Cal Berkeley Democrats

Bringing On the Crazy

Normally I don’t do partisan red meat, but today it seems Republicans are going out of their way to violate the First Law of Tropic Thunder. Let’s start with Conservative candidate Doug Hoffman in NY-23. Today he un-conceded his race, claiming that “ACORN and labor unions” committed voter fraud. I really can’t do this justice, [...]

Great Debate Photos

Photos from the Great Debate are up! If you have any I haven’t included, please send them to me at nik@caldems.com.

The Great Debate 2009

The Individual Mandate

One of the biggest points of contention in our debate versus the Berkeley College Republicans was the so-called “individual mandate”. Under this provision, individuals would be required to either have insurance or pay a fine. The individual mandate wasn’t always controversial. It’s supported by a broad range of wonks and policy experts. In fact, until [...]

Public Option is Key to Reform

Cal Dems has a new op-ed in the Daily Cal! Titled, “Public Option is Key to Reform”, it explains the importance of the public option and the stakes of its fate in the Senate. To read our op-ed, click here. To see more of what Cal Dems has done for health care reform, visit our [...]

The Great Debate 2009: National Health Care Reform

Last Thursday, Cal Dems participated in its annual Great Debate versus the Berkeley College Republicans! The topic was national health reform, and it was a blast for all involved. The event could not have happened without the hard work of many other individuals and organizations. First, thanks to the Undergraduate Political Science Association, which put [...]

Post-Debate Thoughts

Last Thursday, Robbie and I participated in our annual Great Debate versus the Berkeley College Republicans. I’d like to thank both BCR debaters, Katelyn and Andrew, for appearing alongside us. Unfortunately, due to time constraints, Robbie and I did not get a chance to address some of Katelyn and Andrew’s policy proposals. Specifically, I’d like [...]

Health Care Action Center

To help you lobby your representatives and advocate for health reform, Cal Dems has launched a Health Care Action Center! Visit it at calberkeleydemocrats.com/healthcare to: Get the facts with our Health Care Fact Sheet Watch our video, “Expectations in Care” Read our op-ed, “Health Reform and Young People” Sign our petition for a public option [...]

Phone Bank for Equality!

Stand up and defend equality! This may be Equality Month, but the LGBT community is still under attack. For example, in Maine’s election on November 3,  Question 1 will ask voters  to eliminate marriage rights for same-sex couples. This contest will come down to the wire,  and it’s one we can’t afford to lose. Thankfully, [...]

Nightly News Scan, 10/10/09

Sen. Lindsay Graham signs on to climate bill — Politico Medical malpractice reform savings would be small, report says — LAT As Pressure Grows, Obama Addresses Gay Rights Group — WaPo A Dogged Taliban Chief Rebounds, Vexing U.S. — NYT Clinton uses diplomatic muscle in Turkey-Armenia row — Reuters Small Banks Fail at Growing Rate, [...]