PAC
Durham PA-PAC
A PAC, is a “Political Action Committee.” It’s a technical way of saying a “special interest” group, usually organized around a specific goal or ideology.
Tobacco lobbyists have a PAC. Chemical polluters have a PAC. Mega real estate developers have a PAC.
And, through the People’s Alliance, the citizens of Durham have a PAC. The People’s PAC. But our PAC is different from theirs. We don’t fight for a narrow special interest, we put our time (and money) towards a broad progressive vision for our city.
While the People’s Alliance can be described loosely as a “political” organization, it functions more generally as a public interest group.
The PA-PAC is separate, but related, and deals with the nitty gritty of electoral politics. By endorsing the candidates we believe in, and then working to get them elected, at the local, state, and even national level, we get progressives into office.
From Barack Obama, all the way down to People’s Alliance members elected to City Council and County Commissioners, votes can be our voice.
The People’s PAC operates on separate donations from the People’s Alliance. Your donations can help us in 2011, 2012, and beyond.
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PAC News
To Our Wonderful People’s Alliance Activists: Though it is true that the state of North Carolina voted for bigotry and discrimination, we are thrilled that our love for Durham remains well founded – with a whopping 70% of our friends and neighbors voting AGAINST the amendment. (continue reading)
posted: May 10, 2012
posted in: Action Center, PAC
We need all hands on deck! Please help us fill the gaps in our PA poll work coverage. Many people coming to vote are very appreciative of our materials! Help educate voters on candidates and about the Amendment. YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE! Email Lorisa to sign up for one (OR MORE!) shifts today!!
posted: April 25, 2012
posted in: Action Center, PAC
751 South Developers have formed a Super PAC in an attempt to BUY County Commissioners who will support their development. Thankfully, we have our People’s Alliance PAC. Through hundreds of small donations from progressive community members, like you, we are able to fight for clean water, clean air, and other important progressive issues.
posted: April 18, 2012
posted in: 751 Development, Campaigns, PAC, Zoning and Planning
Our April Newsletter Features our 2012 endorsements and write-ups, amendment updates and events, and a tribute to Lynice Williams.
posted: April 18, 2012
posted in: PAC
Over 100 members attended our March 29th endorsement meeting. Continue reading for our 2012 endorsed candidates.
posted: March 26, 2012
posted in: PAC
We have just concluded a stellar year for PA-PAC. Thanks to a fortuitous series of events, we succeeded in electing progressive council members, and assisting in the re-election of Mayor Bill Bell. We want to thank Mayor Bell and council members Diane Catotti, Steve Schewel, and Eugene Brown for their willingness to serve the citizens Read More
posted: December 20, 2011
posted in: PAC
Click Here to sign up for a shift passing out our endorsement cards at the polls for Early Vote. (Please note the three tabs on the bottom of the spreadsheet with sign-ups for the three different polling locations). Check back soon for November 8th Sign Ups!
posted: October 18, 2011
posted in: PAC
Click here to view our endorsement card. Mayor Bill Bell has provided steady political leadership for the City of Durham, and has presided over a period of growth and economic revitalization. His approach is sensible and effective. Even in a period of economic downturn, Durham’s transformation while Bill has been mayor has been nothing short Read More
posted: October 17, 2011
posted in: PAC
Be sure to vote in the 2011 Primary! Early Voting begins September 22nd and closes on October 8th. Election Day is October 11th. Be sure to vote for all three council candidates. Check out our attractive Primary Endorsement Card. We raised funds to print and distribute this to over 5,000 likely voting households for the Read More
posted: September 19, 2011
posted in: PAC, Uncategorized
At a spirited endorsement meeting attended by over 80 members, the Durham People’s Alliance PAC has endorsed incumbent Mayor William V. “Bill” Bell for Mayor, and Steve Schewel, Diane Catotti, and Eugene Brown for City Council at-large. We have endorsed Mayor Bell in every mayoral election in which he has run, beginning in 2001. Read More
posted: August 23, 2011
posted in: PAC
