Sept. 25 — War Game Film Screening With Q&A Moderated by Gov. Shapiro; Streaming Available Starting Sept. 27

Community, Events

IF YOU MISSED THIS FREE SCREENING — Digital streaming of the film will be available starting SEPTEMBER 27. More information on their website.

SEPTEMBER 25, 6 pm, Emmaus Theatre, 19 South Fourth Street Emmaus, PA 18049
FREE SCREENING: New film “WAR GAME,” w/ Q&A moderated by Gov. Shapiro
RSVPs are required. Register for the event here

FREE and open to the public screening of the film on Wednesday, will be followed by a discussion panel moderated by Governor Josh Shapiro with game participants and members of the film team.

The new documentary feature WAR GAME,  follows a bipartisan group of U.S. defense, intelligence, and elected policymakers participating in an unscripted role-play exercise exploring how a Presidential administration may confront a political coup backed by rogue members of the US military in the wake of a contested 2024 presidential election. The film is a timely, powerful portrait of how de-escalate situations like the one depicted in the simulation without inciting reactions and has been playing to sellout crowds nationwide.

FILM TEAM:

  • Executive Producer Jonathan E. Steinberg
  • Co-Director Tony Gerber
  • Maj. Gen. (ret.) Linda Singh
  • Jack Tomarchio, Principal Dep. U/Sec. for Intelligence, DHS
  • Janessa Goldbeck, Marine Veteran/Vet Voice Foundation

Emmaus High School Class of 2004’s Mark DiCristofaro, one of the film’s producers, will introduce the film, and the event is co-presented with the EHS Young Democrats Club.

MORE ABOUT WAR GAME:

War Game sweeps audiences into an elaborate future-set simulation that dramatically escalates the threat posed by the January 6, 2021 insurrection. The film follows a bipartisan group of U.S. defense, intelligence, and elected policymakers spanning five presidential administrations as they participate in an unscripted role-play exercise. Portraying a fictional President of the United States and his advisors, they confront a political coup backed by rogue members of the U.S. military in the wake of a contested 2024 presidential election. Like actors in a thriller, but with profound real-world stakes, the players have only six hours to save American democracy.

DISCLAIMER: War Game is not affiliated with any political party. Portrayals of military officials in this film, use of rank, job title, and uniform do not imply the endorsement or participation of the Department of the Army or Department of Defense.

Project 2025 Deminar from PA State Committee via Zoom

Events, Issues, Lehigh County Dem Committee

July 15 at 6:30. Please join Lehigh County Democratic Committee on Zoom to hear a Deminar from PA State Committee on Project 2025. Project 2025 is Trump’s manifest for his takeover of the constitution and game plan for his 2nd term administration.

It was put together by the Heritage Foundation and over 100 other conservative groups as well as his operatives such as Steve Miller, Steve Bannon and his many other felons.

It is the most frightening document ever conceived and should put the fear of losing our American Freedoms, Rights and Democracy to a dictatorship!!! 

Please register HERE for the zoom link
(You will receive the link to the Deminar via email closer to the session)

Additional Articles and Videos about Project 2025

PA House passes bill to give counties more time to count mail ballots

Election, Issues, Uncategorized

“A House bill [HB 847] passed Wednesday in a party line vote would allow counties up to seven days before election day to open ballot envelopes and run ballots through scanning machines, though results would still be tabulated on the day of the election. Currently, counties cannot begin processing mail ballots until the morning of the election, which means counties with large numbers of mail ballots may need additional days to finish counting and report complete results.”

Read the full article in Spotlight, PA

This practical solution, that is in place in other states with mail ballot voting, makes election day less hectic for election workers. The sudden shift in totals, when mail ballots are added into the total results from the polling locations, creates the illusion that something peculiar is happening — helping to fuel election conspiracy rhetoric. Being able to pre-canvass would eliminate that perception.

Thirty-nine states and the Virgin Islands permit election officials to begin processing absentee/mail ballots prior to the election. Eight states and Washington, D.C., permit election officials to begin processing absentee/mail ballots on Election Day, but prior to the closing of the polls. Alabama, District of Columbia, Michigan, Mississippi, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, West Virginia and Wisconsin. Source: National Conference of State Legislatures

CONTACT YOUR STATE LEGISLATORS! Let them know you think this bill is important!
PA Senators
Nick Miller, PA Senate 14 Let him know you think this bill is important and should be passed, without amendments, before the November election.

Jarrett Coleman, PA Senate 16 Let him know you think this bill is important and should be passed, without amendments, before the November election.

PA Representatives
Zachary Mako, PA House 183 (Voted No on HB 847 ) Ask him why he voted no on a simple one-issue bill that would enable county officials to process ballots more efficiently and help eliminate doubts about election integrity.

Ryan E. Mackenzie, PA House 187 (Voted No on HB 847 ) Ask him why he voted no on a simple one-issue bill that would enable county officials to process ballots more efficiently and help eliminate doubts about election integrity.

Michael H. Schlossberg, PA House 132 (Voted Yes on HB 847 ) Thank him for voting yes on this sensible bill.

2024 Primary Election Results

Election

You can find the results on the revamped Department of State returns website – electionreturns.pa.gov. You will be able to switch between statewide and county-level results. Unofficial totals may not be known by the end of the night, because of mail-in ballot counts and write-in votes.
Details in this article from Armchair Lehigh Valley.

Lehigh County Results by Precinct Select the “Precincts Reporting” tab at the top of the page

Additional Articles on the Primary Election Results:
Morning Call Primary Election Results Includes ballot referendums for Heidelberg & Whitehall (PASSED)
Morning Call Bob Casey and David McCormick to face off in high-stakes Pennsylvania Senate race
Morning Call Democrat Eugene DePasquale, Republican Dave Sunday to face off for attorney general in November
Morning Call Erin McClelland wins Democratic race for state treasurer
Morning Call Lehigh County Controller Mark Pinsley loses Democratic primary for PA auditor general
Morning Call How was voter turnout in the Lehigh Valley
Armchair Lehigh Valley Voter turnout in Lehigh Valley lighter than past primaries
Armchair Lehigh Valley Mackenzie wins GOP primary in 7th Congressional District
Morning Call Incumbent Zachary Mako wins GOP race for state House in 183rd

Delegates to the Democratic National Convention (Elected in the Primary)
Aidan Levinson, Captain
Anne Wakabayashi
Lori McFarland, Captain
Leslie M Altieri
Carmen A Bell
Baron Vanderburg
Julian Guridy
◇ Delegate Profiles ◇ The Democratic National Convention
◇ Pennsylvania Democratic Party Delegate Selection Plan ◇ PA Democratic State Committee

HEIDELBERG TOWNSHIP REFERENDUM (Appeared on the BACK of Ballots in Heidelberg Township)
Do you favor the imposition, by Heidelberg Township, of an additional Earned Income Tax at the rate of 0.175% on an annual basis, for a TEN (10) year period beginning January 1, 2025, to be used for financing the acquisition, preservation, and conservation of open space; for the purpose of acquiring agricultural conservation and forest easements; and for the purpose of paying the attendant costs associated with such actions? YES or NO (See plain English explanation HERE) PASSED

The 2024 Election page has been updated with the November 5 ballot list of Democratic Candidates

June1 — ULDC Yard Sale

Events, ULDC, Uncategorized


🌸 Second Annual Fabulous ULDC Yard Sale! 🌸
Saturday, June 1, 9 am – 3 pm
Near Covered Bridge Park in South Whitehall Township
2530 Wehr Mill Rd, Allentown, PA 18104
Find Treasures at Bargain Prices AND Defend Democracy
HUGE SELECTION OF ITEMS!

Click map to enlarge

THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO DONATED OR VOLUNTEERED!
This is a really BIG SALE!

▷ We will be selling gently-used or new household items,
in good condition and working order.
▷ All proceeds from the sale will go directly to raising much-needed funds
for the club’s GOTV efforts in this important election year.
▷ Proceeds will help fund supplies, printing costs and literature mailings.

All unsold items will be donated to charity by ULDC



Annual Application for Mail-In Ballot Reminder

Election

All Voters Who Want to Vote by Mail Must Submit an Application Every Year,
Even If You Received Mail-in Ballots Last Year.

Apply Now For This Safe, Secure and Easy Way to Vote

Are You an “ANNUAL MAIL-IN or ABSENTEE VOTER” ?

Check Your Status for Current Year’s Elections HERE
After entering the requested information, you will see your Voter Status Record, which includes Voter Record Details and the question, “Are you an annual mail-in or absentee voter?”

If you are an Annual Mail-In or Absentee Voter, you will see:
YES
Being an annual mail-in or absentee voter means you will be mailed an application. You still need to complete and return that application or complete the application online to receive a mail ballot for all elections in which you are eligible to vote by mail during that calendar year.

If You Are Not an “ANNUAL MAIL-IN or ABSENTEE VOTER”
If you are not listed as an Annual Mail-In or Absentee Voter You Can Apply Several Ways:
▸Fill out the application on-line.
▸Go to Vote.pa.gov to download and print a paper application Mail-in ballot request form
▸Direct links to forms in: English | Spanish | Vietnamese | Chinese Simplified | Chinese Traditional
▸Submit an online request to have a form mailed to you
▸Call the Department of State at: 1-877-VOTES-PA (1-877-868-3772) and request a form be mailed to you
▸Print an Application Form from the Lehigh County Government Website
▸Contact or visit the Lehigh County Voter Registration Office for assistance
▸Lehigh County Voter Registration Office
▸Lehigh County Government Center
▸17 South Seventh St., Allentown, PA 18101-2400
▸Phone 610-782-3194
▸Business Hours: 8:00 a.m. — 4:00 p.m.   Monday — Friday

IMPORTANT DETAILS

For All Applicants:
Include Your Email Address on the application if you want to receive ballot status updates from the voter registration office.

Check the appropriate box if you would like to apply to receive mail-in ballots for the remainder of this year and if you would like to automatically receive an annual application for mail-in ballots each year.

For Voters on the Annual Voter List:
The Lehigh County Voter Registration Office has mailed you an annual application that you will need to complete and return, or fill out an on-line application, in order to continue automatically receiving either a mail-in or absentee ballot for each election in 2024.

► You must submit an application, either on line or complete and return the paper application, to affirm you want your county to send you a mail-in ballot for all 2024 elections in which you are eligible to vote.

► On-line application forms are available HERE

► You will receive the ballot application every year unless you return it and specify that you no longer want to receive it.

► If you would like to be removed from the annual list and no longer automatically receive an application, submit the Lehigh County Voter Registration Office’s Permanent Status Cancellation Form, to cancel your annual status.

Additional information PA Department of State Mail-In Voting and ULDC FAQ Mail-in Voting

Video: Spotlight PA, TRUSTING ELECTIONS: A live panel with PA’s top election official

Election

Video Now Available — April 2 Zoom Event. Al Schmidt, head of the Pennsylvania Department of State, joined Spotlight PA to discuss how his agency is working to create trust in our election system and combat misinformation. Schmidt will take audience questions. The event will also include a Q&A with a University of Pittsburgh researcher on how to spot election misinformation. Additional information about this event and the video are in the article linked below.

You can sign up for this Zoom via the link in Spotlight PA’s post:
Video Now Available Q&A with top Pa. elections official Al Schmidt

March 25 – April 25 Plant Sale Fundraiser

Events, ULDC

Shop for Plants & Help Preserve Our Democracy!
Just in time for that special Mother’s Day gift!

Shop Monday, March 25 — Thursday, April 25
☙ ☙ ☙
Pick Up Plants Saturday, May 4, 10 AM — 2 PM
5535 Kurt Drive, Allentown 18104

    
On Monday, March 25th, the Upper Lehigh Democratic Club will inaugurate a new fundraiser to help elect Democrats up and down the ballot!  We have partnered with Blue Mountain Farms, a local plant nursery.  With their assistance, the Plant Sale Committee has put together a wonderful collection of flowers and plants for your purchase.

Make your purchases at the ULDC/Blue Mountain Farms online Fundraising Shop by clicking on SHOP FOR PLANTS.  The wide variety of choices includes single plants, sets of plants, patio pots and hanging baskets.  Fill your cart and pay online (most credit cards are accepted). Pick up your plant order on Saturday, May 4 between 10 am and 2 pm.

Please tell your family and friends about this sale. Tell them to go to ULDC.ORG and click on the GREEN BUTTON at the top of the page. It’s a fun and easy way to support the important work of ULDC’s voter outreach, education, and get-out-the-vote (GOTV) efforts.

SHOP FOR PLANTS



  

Know Your Rights At The Polls On Primary Day, April 23

Election

The Shapiro Administration has issued a press release outlining voter rights and links to government resources in advance of the April 23 Primary Election. Polls are open from 7 am to 8 pm. You may still vote if you are in line by 8 pm.

Additional information for Upper Lehigh County Voters:
List of Democratic Candidates, with additional information about each candidate
Polling Place Changes
Find Your Polling Place
Mail Ballot Drop Box Locations

Shapiro Administration Urges Voters To Know Their Rights At The Polls On Primary Day, April 23

Polls Will Be Open 7 A.M. To 8 P.M.

Lehigh County Voter Registration Office Extended Hours

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The Lehigh County Voter Registration Office will be open for extended hours
on the following days:

Saturday, April 13, 2024
9 am – 1 pm Office open

Tuesday, April 16, 2024
8 am – 5 pm. Deadline to submit mail in/absentee ballot request; vote early in person

Saturday, April 20, 2024
9 am – 1 pm Office open

Tuesday, Election Day, April 23
Extended Hours 7 am – 8 pm

Regular Business Hours are Monday – Friday, 8 am – 4 pm

Lehigh County Government Center
17 South Seventh Street
Allentown, PA 18101-2400
Phone 610-782-3194

▸These Hours are listed on the Election Calendar, along with important election deadlines.
▸Information at Lehigh County Voter Registration Office

Polling Place Changes for April 23 Primary Election

Election, Uncategorized

Changes approved 3/11/2024 by Lehigh County Elections Board
► NORTH WHITEHALL DISTRICT 5 ◄
Grouse Hall Fish & Game, 3335 Levans Rd, Coplay 18037*

► UPPER MACUNGIE DISTRICT 5 ◄
Islamic Education Center, 6635 Tilghman St., Allentown 18106**

These changes were made in 2022
► UPPER MACUNGIE DISTRICT 1 ◄
ATAS International, Inc., 6612 Snowdrift Rd., Allentown 18106
► UPPER MACUNGIE DISTRICTS 7 & 8 ◄
Bible Baptist Church, 511 Farmington Rd, Breinigsville 18031

You can find your polling place/voting district information at PA VOTER SERVICES.
Your polling place information is listed on your VOTER REGISTRATON STATUS

More information at Find Your Polling Place Location

*Polling location changed due to renovations on the North Whitehall Township building. https://www.lehighvalleynews.com/parkland/north-whitehall-township-building-renovations-get-final-approval

**Polling location changed in order to provide voters with a better voting location.

Referendum on Heidelberg Primary Ballot

Election

Heidelberg Township Voters will be voting Yes or No to a proposed ordinance that would add an additional earned income tax rate of 0.175% for 10 years for the purpose of financing the acquisition, preservation, and conservation of open space; for the purpose of acquiring agricultural conservation and forest easements.

Here is the plain language explanation of the referendum: