Douglas County Democrats

(Littleton, CO February 25, 2010) - Flerlage for Congress is announcing the campaign has gained the full support of the Douglas County Democratic Party. The endorsement is key to winning the 6th Congressional District race. Douglas County leaders believe John Flerlage has the momentum to win in 2010, and the vision and experience to lead in Congress.

"Families in Douglas County and the 6th District are concerned about the economy," says Sarah Mann, Douglas County Democratic Party Chair. "John has specific plans to create jobs and help small businesses. He also knows that Congress needs to take the lead in balancing the budget."

As a candidate, John Flerlage has traveled throughout the 6th District, talking not only with city and county leaders, but also with families. He is listening to everyone; Democrats, Republicans and unaffiliated voters, and they all have the same message.

"What I'm hearing is that folks want not only someone who listens, but someone who is not afraid to stand up and do something," says Flerlage. "For too long, we've been represented by politicians who are more worried about winning the next election, and not about doing what's right for the District and for Colorado."

Flerlage believes the future is all about investment: in people, new energy and trade. Investing in people means investing in education and training for the new economy. Investing in new energy means investing in solar and wind power and other alternative energy. And, investing in trade means bringing businesses to the District that in turn, create jobs and prosperity.

"John Flerlage will work for my family, and all the families in the 6th District," says Mann. "He deserves our support."

About John Flerlage:

John Flerlage served 22 years in the Marine Corps before retiring from the Marine Reserve as a Lieutenant Colonel. As a reservist, he answered the call for duty, flying volunteer air support missions in Bosnia as an F/A-18 Hornet pilot. He also served in various Squadron and Group level leadership and staff positions at the Marine aviation advanced tactics school at Marine Corps Air Station -Yuma. Flerlage instructed young Marines in classes on world affairs, strategic commitments, and the operation of fighters and other tactical aircraft.

John is now a commercial airline pilot, flying international routes for the world's largest airline, and is a member of the Air Line Pilots Association. He lives with his wife Helena and children in Littleton, and is active in his community.

Contact:
Leah Whitten, Flerlage for Congress
303-261-2697
Leah@FlerlageforCongress.com

Mark your calendar for the 2010 Caucus

Tuesday March 16 is the big day, the Colorado caucus. In Colorado, the first step in selecting our Democratic nominee for US Senate and for other elective offices, is to elect delegates to represent them in the nomination process. There is only one way to do this, by attending your neighborhood caucus. Please mark your calendar:

Colorado Democratic Caucus
Tuesday, March 16, 2010, 7:00pm-9:00pm
15 locations across Douglas County

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Questions? Call the Douglas County Clerk and Recorder Elections Office at 303-660-7444. Thank you for doing your part to make our democracy work!

Help with 2010 Caucus expenses

The caucus is the first step in deciding the Democratic nominee for US Senate, Governor, and all other elective offices. The local political parties organize the caucuses and bear all the expenses. There is no reimbursement from the state or national parties, or any government body. You can help us make the caucus a success. Please click the button below to donate.

Castle Rock Dems start the new year

The Castle Rock Democrats meet on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 7pm at the Philip S. Miller Library on 100 South Wilcox Street in Castle Rock. We invite you to come and join our monthly meetings and get involved with likeminded people. In 2010, we are committed to supporting candidates and issues that will be on the November ballot. We hope that our efforts will help to promote a progressive agenda and make a difference in the Castle Rock District.

Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, January 26. Our special guest speaker will be John Flerlage, who is running for the US House of Representatives against Republican incumbent Mike Coffman in the Sixth Congressional District. Please bring your questions and comments for John to the meeting. I look forward to seeing you there!

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