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THE VOICE
Volume 27 . Issue 9 . September 2025
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WHITNEY WHITE
President
Before the election last year when I was considering whether I would take on becoming president of BAD, people said, "It's a non-election year - there won't be much to it." But the 2024 election result shocked us all and the work of BAD is more important now than ever. Likewise, your support of BAD is more important now than ever, including your membership dues.
In addition to candidate and local organization donations, your dues help cover BAD's operating costs including the following:
- Monthly office rent
- BAD annual $1,500 scholarship
- Publicity in local newspapers and Boerne Newcomers guide
- Website hosting for webpage and domain name
- Online volunteer registration/sig-up program
- Web-based newsletter
Like so many things, these costs continue to rise, making your ongoing support essential to the work of BAD. With the 2026 mid-terms fast approaching, candidate support both locally and nationally will be extremely important. Please continue to Speak Up, Stand Up and Show Up, and pay your BAD membership dues.
Thank you!
(Be sure to scroll all the way to the bottom of this newsletter to see the great news about the parade float!)
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Make plans to attend the
BAD meeting on
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11
28 Songs Brewhouse & Kitchen
110 Market Street, Boerne
6:00 p.m.
Note the start time;
This is our quarterly evening meeting.
Our speakers will be Eric Lane and Rev. Paul Ziese,
from Americans United for Separation of Church and State.
The meeting will begin promptly at 6:00 p.m. If you plan to order food and eat during the meeting, please arrive by 5:30 p.m.
The October BAD meeting will be on Thursday, October 9, at 12:00 p.m. at 28 Songs Kitchen & Brewery.
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UPDATE FROM THE CENTER FOR REFUGEE SERVICES
Save the Date for the Big Give!
The Center for Refugee Services will participate in the 12th annual Big Give San Antonio. This year's Big Give will be on September 17 and 18.
As recipients of Najim Charitable Foundation funding, CRS is eligible to participate in the "Match Minutes" on 9/17 from 11:12-11:17AM.
Impact of H.R.1 on Our Clients
Many people have questions about how H.R.1, the "one big, beautiful bill," will affect our clients. Welcome.US has published on their website an explanation on how this new law will affect refugees, along with information about when these changes will take effect.
In short, the new law means that legally resettled refugees and lawfully present immigrants will have significantly reduced access to health care and public assistance, face steep new fees for asylum and protection, and are subject to heightened immigration enforcement infrastructure and policies.
As a result, communities already in resettlement programs may see diminished support, increased financial hardship, and greater vulnerability—even though they arrived legally and fled dire circumstances. For more detailed information and analysis, please visit the Welcome.US website.
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LAURA BRAY
Kendall County Democratic Party Chair
NOTES FROM THE CHAIR
Last week, the President stated that his “most likely next targets” for sending troops into cities to “fight crime” were Chicago and New York. In response, on Monday, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker gave a blistering speech at a press conference in Chicago condemning the action. His words were so eloquent and so right-on-the-mark that I wanted to share the full speech. The video is definitely worth 15 minutes of your time. [link: #
September 9 is the first day precinct chairs can file for the 2026–2028 term. If you’ve ever considered becoming a Precinct Chair, now’s your chance! I’m happy to answer any questions you have about the job. Sitting Precinct Chairs: you will need to fill out the application and get it notarized (the Boerne Library has a free notary service). There is no filing fee. I will need your completed application by December 8.
We also need a range of other volunteers. Click here to see the opportunities. I’m beginning to take a step back from my County Chair duties to focus on other projects, and I and really need to find someone to “shadow” me for the next few months so that someone can take over. I’m happy to discuss the details; just call or email.
Keep dialing/emailing your representatives!
RESIST!
Laura Bray
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From Joyce Vance:
In order to resist what Trump is doing in our country, you need to be informed; you need to know what’s at stake. Even in a week like this one, when it’s gut-wrenching to try and take in what the Trump administration is doing, it’s our duty to witness it, to share what we learn with others, to resist, to refuse to give up. We’ll keep doing that. We are not fighting the fight to preserve democracy alone; we are doing it in the company of other patriots—true patriots, not fake ones. Every small step we take counts. Some weeks are going to be difficult and full of bad news, but other weeks, if we persevere, will be ones where we make progress. Don’t give up.
In times like these, knowledge truly is power. Subscribe to Civil Discourse and get clear, reliable insight into the law and politics shaping our future—so you’re not in the dark when it matters the most.
We’re in this together.
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CHECK OUT THESE ARTICLES:
by John Pavlovitz
by Steve Schmidt
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CONTACT YOUR ELECTED OFFICIALS!
TEXAS HOUSE
District 19 – Ellen Troxclair
Phone: 512-463-0490
Email: https://house.texas.gov/members/19
Local Address: 624 N. Main St, Boerne TX 78006
District 122 – Mark Dorazio
Phone: 512-463-0646
Email: https://house.texas.gov/members/122
Local Address: 4634 De Zavala Rd, SA TX 78249
TEXAS SENATE
District 25 – (Dr.) Donna Campbell
Phone: 512-463-0125
Email: https://senate.texas.gov/memberform.php?auth=9fCNAzPuZ3ZVgORwYpMOC%2FydJRQPKU9w0d0Dw3vgCbs6XzpfOi%2BilhrUxx2r0tuuD3VELIChCEs5BtKpV3aq8n7y%2FTNMG2vcOnw6fDrzf4MPuVpyOMVSm1YJebOU&lang=en
District Address: 229 Hunters Village, Ste. 105, New Braunfels TX 78132
U.S. CONGRESS
Senator Ted Cruz
Email: https://www.cruz.senate.gov/contact/write-ted
DC office: 202-224-5922
South/Central TX office: 210-340-2885
District Office: 9901 IH-10W, Ste 950, SA TX 78230
Senator John Cornyn
Email: https://www.cornyn.senate.gov/share-opinion/
DC office: 202-224-2934
San Antonio office: 210-224-7485
District Office: 600 Navarro, Ste 210, SA TX 78205
U. S. REPRESENTATIVES
District 21 – Chip Roy
San Antonio office:
Phone: 210-821-5024
Fax: 771-200-5819
16414 San Pedro Ave, # 817, SA TX 78232
Kerrville Office:
Phone: 830-896-0154
125 Lehmann Dr, # 201, Kerrville TX 78028
DC office: 202-225-4236
Email: https://roy.house.gov/contact
District 23 – Tony Gonzales
San Antonio office:
Phone: 210-806-9920
Fax: 210-927-4903
4372 N. Loop 1604 W, # 205, SA TX 78249 (By Appt Only)
DC office:
Phone: 202-225-4511
Fax: 202-2225-2237
Email: https://gonzales.house.gov/contact
TEXAS STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
District 10 – Tom Maynard
Phone: 12-763-2801
Fax: 512-763-9517
Email: tom@maynardfortexas.com
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Reminder: It's time to pay your
September BAD membership dues!
PLEASE CONSIDER BECOMING A
RECURRING DONOR!
Donations are still critical so that we can continue to support important causes, our scholarship program, and our Democratic office. Please consider becoming a recurring donor! It’s really easy to set up your recurring donation via ActBlue. Simply go to https://secure.actblue.com/ and click on Sign In to enter your information. You can also donate via a credit card, an auto-withdrawal from your bank, or by mailing a check to BAD, P.O. Box 2132, Boerne, TX, 78006.
If you prefer to pay regular dues ($10 for students, $35 for those 60 or over, and $50 for everyone else), you can do so online by clicking here:
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The Comfort AREA DEMOCRATS, INDEPENDENTS, AND OTHERS (CADIO)
monthly meeting is on Tuesday, September 9, at noon at the Comfort Library. Contact layton.peg@gmail.com if you want to attend.
CADIO is participating in the Wreaths Across America program and is inviting citizens across the country to join in waving their flags on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, between 10-11am (CST) in remembrance of those lost on 9/11/01.
In addition to local efforts, a national event will be hosted LIVE on WAA’s official Facebook page and broadcast over Wreaths Across America Radio and with real time interviews and stories from veterans, volunteers, Gold Star families, and first responders.
Everyone is invited to join CADIO in this remembrance event.
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BOOK CLUB IS BACK!
Book Club will meet on Wednesday, September 17, at 5:30 p.m. at the Democratic Headquarters.
The book selection is Abundance, by Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson.
Contact Janice Bloodworth at lfjan74@gmail.com for more information.
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COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS & ACTION EVENING
Saturday, September 27
4-6 p.m.
Democratic Headquarters, 216 E. Blanco
Invite your like-minded friends to attend a social/open house and enjoy good company. RSVP here: https://www.mobilize.us/kendalltxdems/event/836141/
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It's that time again!
We need volunteers for
MARKET DAYS
October 11-12, 2026
You can sign up here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508094DA9AE29A2F94-58255693-october
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Trump is ramping up his attacks on our rights and democracy, but we’re not backing down. On October 18, we’re taking to the streets in more cities and in larger numbers to remind Trump, his cronies, and those on the sidelines looking for hope: America has no kings.
The No Kings Coalition is calling for another nationwide day of action
next month, part of a growing movement that has already drawn
millions into the streets.
SAVE THE DATE:
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18
More information to follow soon!
A core principle behind all No Kings events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values and to act lawfully at these events. Weapons of any kind, including those legally permitted, should not be brought to events.
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Our August 14 BAD meeting featured Clayton Tucker, candidate for Texas Agriculture Commissioner. We had a full house and gained two new members!
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WINE DOWN WEDNESDAY
These die-hard Dems braved the heat and came out on August 27 to enjoy a hot summer evening among friends!
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WOOHOO!
THE KENDALL COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY & the BOERNE AREA DEMOCRATS float won 2nd place in the KCFA Parade on August 30!!!
A huge shout out to Norbert and Monika Schulze and Jim Kilgore for their time an effort in building and decorating the float. Andy many thanks to the hardy crew that showed up on a very hot Saturday morning to ride the float and walk in the parade. As we proceeded down Main Street, we got tons of thumbs up, lots of clapping and waving, and big smiles and cheers as we drove by. Shows that There Are More Of Us Than You Think!
CONGRATULATIONS!
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NEW T-SHIRTS NOW AVAILABLE!
Get your latest Democratic t-shirt now! They are $20 each and are available at the Democratic office and at our BAD meetings.
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GET INVOLVED IN YOUR COMMUNITY!
Let your voices be heard by attending these community meetings.
Click on any of the icons for more information.
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Boerne City Council meets at 6:00 p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, 447 N. Main Street, Boerne.
The Planning and Zoning Commission meetings are held on the first Monday of each month in the Ronald C. Bowman Council Chambers at City Hall, 447 N. Main Street, Boerne.
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The Boerne ISD Board of Trustees meets on the 4th Monday of each month at 5:00 p.m. in the Administrative Offices, 235 Johns Road.
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The Cow Creek Groundwater Conservation District meets on the 2nd Monday of the month at 6:00 p.m. at 9 Topperwein Road, Boerne.
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BOERNE AREA DEMOCRATS BOARD
President: Whitney White
Vice President: Rachel Kilgore
Secretary: Robin Prescott
Treasurer: Michele Smith
Membership: Shawn Bonner
Publicity: Corrine Castillo
Webmaster: Andy Wine
Past President: Susan Dollar
Ex Officio member: Laura Bray, KCDP
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Connect with us!
JOIN THE BOERNE AREA DEMOCRATS
Membership Form
Email: BAD@boerne-area-democrats.com
Web: boerne-area-democrats.org
Facebook: facebook.com/boerne.area.democrats
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