For 45 years, Democrats Abroad has been a home-away-from-home for the voices and votes of the millions of U.S. citizens living overseas. From humble beginnings in London and Paris, we’ve grown into a truly global organization — with members in more than 150 countries, voting in every state in the union. Join Democrats Abroad around the world — from Sao Paulo to Hong Kong — to celebrate 45 years of going the distance for our Democratic Party.

Why contribute to Democrats Abroad?

Because Democrats Abroad increases our worldwide presence, membership and influence in Washington.

The 2008 elections changed the landscape of electoral politics and Democrats Abroad played a significant role. We made the difference in close races across the country:

Senator Al Franken (D-MN),

Senator Mark Begich (D-AK),

the margin of victory in President Obama’s win in North Carolina,

and Representative Scott Murphy (NY-20) in 2009

But there is more to do and we must continue to show members of Congress and the Obama Administration that Democrats Abroad can deliver victories on election night.

Only twice since Lincoln has the Party in control of the White House maintained a majority in the mid-term elections. In 2010, there are 83 frontline Democratic Congressional incumbents up for reelection and Democratic Senators who face tough reelections in 2010 as well. What is more, there are Democratic pickup opportunities in the Senate. We can make the difference in these races.

To make the difference and deliver votes in 2010, Democrats Abroad will:

Democrats Abroad's 45th Anniversary

Democrats Abroad Sweden
cocktail mingle Sunday, October 4, 2009 4-7 p.m.
Scandic Hotel Anglais
Humlegårdsgatan 23, Stockholm

Host Committee

The Executive Committee of Democrats Abroad Sweden

&

Robbin Battison,
Bill Borden,
Brad DeLange, and
Cyndee Peters

Come celebrate 45 years of Democrats Abroad with Democrats Abroad Sweden on Sunday, October 4, between 4 and 7 p.m., in the downstairs lounge of the Scandic Hotel Anglais. It is a chance to meet other members and guests, with live music, two complimentary drinks (wine/beer or soft drinks) or one cocktail, and light food.

Tickets cost $75 each and may be purchased by U.S. citizens here. (When making your donation, please select “Sweden 45th Celebration Event” from the drop down menu titled “Is this donation payment for a specific event?”) Americans may purchase tickets for non-American guests. Proceeds go to Democrats Abroad and its global voter registration efforts and overall mission to advance the principles of the Party.

Please purchase your tickets soon to confirm your attendance.

We look forward to seeing you and your guests there to celebrate this historic event.

democratsabroad.org • votefromabroad.org

For 45 years, Democrats Abroad has been a home-away-from-home for the voices and votes of the millions of U.S. citizens living overseas.

From humble beginnings in London and Paris, we’ve grown into a truly global organization — with members in more than 150 countries, voting in every state in the union.

Join Democrats Abroad around the world — from Sao Paulo to Hong Kong — to celebrate 45 years of going the distance for our Democratic Party.

Democrats Abroad Sweden
cocktail mingle
Sunday, October 4, 2009 4-7 p.m.
Scandic Hotel Anglais
Humlegårdsgatan 23, Stockholm

Host Committee
The Executive Committee of Democrats Abroad Sweden

and

Robbin Battison
Bill Borden
Brad DeLange
Cyndee Peters

Come celebrate 45 years of Democrats Abroad with Democrats Abroad Sweden on Sunday, October 4, between 4 and 7 p.m., in the downstairs lounge of the Scandic Hotel Anglais. It is a chance to meet other members and guests, with live music, two complimentary drinks (wine/beer or soft drinks) or one cocktail, and light food.

Tickets cost $75:- each and may be purchased by U.S. citizens at: https://www.democratsabroad.org/contribute/. (When making your donation, please select “Sweden 45th Celebration Event” from the drop down menu titled “Is this donation payment for a specific event?”)

*Americans may purchase tickets for non-American guests. Proceeds will go to Democrats Abroad and its global voter registration efforts and overall mission to advance the principles of the Party.*

Please purchase your tickets soon to confirm your attendance.

We look forward to seeing you and your guests there to celebrate this historic event.

After-Work Get Togethers in Gothenburg

Last Tuesday of each month at Pizza Hut, Kungsgatan, across from Domkyrkan

18:00-20:00

1st AW—29 September

Gather and discuss our ongoing efforts to maintain a majority in Congress or other important topics.
Hang out with other like-minded Americans, eat pizza and drink beer!

Kick-off 2010 in Gothenburg!

Tuesday, November 3

v Guest speaker, Peter Dahlen, Chair, Democrats Abroad Sweden –
“Joe Biden’s former Advisor talks about Democratic Strategy for Midterms 2010″

v Lottery for lots of cool prizes!

v Drinks and food and fun!

v Consider this “Inauguration Lite!”

v Don’t forget: a photo-op with the President!

Time and Place to be announced

Halmstad Pot-luck Dinner to celebrate Democrat Abroad’s 45th Anniversary

You are invited!

On October 3rd Democrats in Halland and their friends will gather in Halmstad to celebrate the 45th Anniversary of Democrats Abroad with a pot-luck dinner at 5pm.

Contact the Halland Chapter Secretary, Daphne Wilding, for full details via email:
dwwilding2004(at)yahoo.com.

Uppsala Baracktoberfest at the Unofficial Headquarters for Uppsala Democrats Abroad
(Otherwise known as Buddy’s Irish Restaurant and Bar)

You are invited to the next annual meeting for Democrats Abroad to be held at Buddy’s Irish Restaurant and Bar in Uppsala.

Address: Dragarbrunnsgatan 53 753 20

Time: 1900

Date: Wednesday October 21st

Why should you come?
- Celebrate 45 Years of Democrats Abroad
- Celebrate the Sotomayor Confirmation
- Play the Democrats Abroad Trivia Game
- Help plan for the 2010 elections

Do you think living in abroad means that you can’t influence US policy….just remember Florida 2000 and that every vote counts! You may have made up your mind and dutifully voted in every election, but not all Americans living abroad vote. If issues such as climate change, economy, healthcare reform, and education in America are important to you then come to the next Democrats Abroad meeting and celebrate.

Sincerely,

Chair, Antonio Mastroianni
Vice Chair, Karin Hagersten
Secretary, Barbara Selvastrand
Treasurer, Barbara Rosborg

The Uppsala chapter of Democrats Abroad Sweden will celebrate Democrats Abroad’s 45th Anniversary on October 21st.

Save the date now and check back for more information.

Save the dates: Celebrate Democrats Abroad’s 45th Anniversary

Dear Democrats Abroad Sweden Member.

Please join us to celebrate the 45th Anniversary of Democrats Abroad:

3 October in Halland with a pot-luck dinner. Final details will be communicated soon.

4 October at Hotel Scandic Anglais, Stockholm, on October 4th, 2009, 4-7 pm. There will be special weekend rates for those of you who live outside of Stockholm. An official invitation where you will be able to R.S.V.P. will be forthcoming.

21 October in Uppsala. Final details will be communicated soon.

Democrats Abroad Volunteers needed!

Would you like to volunteer your valuable skills to help Democrats Abroad Sweden? Take our short survey to see how you can help:
http://www.tigersurvey.com/survey.php?survey=12098

We will continue with the last Saturday series of events which we held in the spring, and on Saturday, September 26th, 11 am to 1 pm, Adrianne George will host an Information Day at Tully’s. You will have the opportunity to mingle and sign up for our committees: Voter Registration, Events, Fundraising, Publicity, Outreach, Platform and Policy, Website, Day(s) of Service, and Web 2.0.

Tully’s is located at Götgatan 42, Stockholm, T-Medborgarplatsen

You have valuable skills and want to help Democrats Abroad Sweden. We need volunteers with valuable skills.

Let’s get together!

Take our short survey to see how you can help.