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CD 21 and CD 22 Update

Jennifer Halsing, Mary Trounstine

Track: Regional Races

CD 21 and CD 22, two potential red-to-blue congressional districts in the San Joaquin Valley south of San Jose and surrounding (but not including) Fresno, are ripe for a Democratic victory, but only if we work hard. This panel discussion will focus on the issues important to voters in the districts, the groups working to win a blue victory, and what you can do as a volunteer! Come with your questions; we expect a lively Q&A.

Deep Canvassing Parts 1 and 2

Brandyn Keating

Track: Captains

Abstract: We’ll close this series of trainings (Value-Based Organizing, Effective Listening, Deep Canvassing) by reviewing proven techniques to hear shared values rather than ideological differences, thereby leading to common ground. We find these techniques particularly helpful when talking to our neighbors who are not actively involved in politics. This training will concentrate on best techniques in talking to voters - on their doorstep or on the phone - when encountering someone who does not agree with your point of view. These two sessions will include practicing Knowing Your Personal “Why” and your Effective Listening skills and prepare you for “hitting the doors” to canvass to win in 2018!

Digital Organizing with Mobilize America #

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Track: Tech, Leaders

District Status Reports and Coalition Planning Workshop for Targeted Districts

Linda Herman, Kook Huber, Andrew Kim, Steve Pierson

Track: Coalition

Abstract: This session will open with a report from the field on the status, electoral activity, and best practices in Congressional Districts 1, 4, 7, 10, 21. The session then will transition to breakout groups that engage all participants in the development of action plans to support each district.

Introduction to Canvassing

Judith Bolker, Fran Schreiberg

Track: Volunteers

Abstract: What really works to build the Resistance and win elections? Face to Face Canvassing! Whether you are promoting a candidate, identifying voters and issues or canvassing in support of an issue, a respectful conversation at the door is the best way to engage voters. This training will cover the basics: 1. Know your candidate and know your issues; 2. Be prepared for the walk (what to wear and what to bring with you); 3. Understand the data tools (apps and maps); 4. Understand the types of canvassing and the conversations you'll have at the door. We'll talk about both classical canvassing and the metrics-driven, constantly evaluated approach used by Working America, the developers of the Deep Canvassing Technique to increase voter turnout. At the end of this session you'll feel comfortable with your first time knocking on doors to make a difference!

Leading Canvassing and Travel Coordination

Mara Baron

Track: Captains, Leaders

Abstract: Advanced training in handling canvassing, volunteer recruitment, management, and retention. Managing a travel program, including travel arrangements and handling common issues with volunteers and voters.

Overcoming Voter Disenfranchisement

Drew Ellsworth, Theresa Kolish

Track: Issues, Captains, Leaders

Abstract: The discussion will educate the audience on multiple voting suppression tactics such as gerrymandering, voter identification rules, and changes to voter registration rules in key states, and the effects these tactics have had on elections across the country. We will also highlight the tools we need to brandish to ensure voters have access to the polls going forward.

Workshop on Coalition Decision-Making

Steve Barber

Track: Coalition

Abstract: Participants are asked to bring decisions they face in working cross-organizationally to win elections. The first part of the session will be an overview of the Interest-Based Approach to Decision Making. The majority of the session will give participants an opportunity to practice applying the methodology to their upcoming decisions.

A helpful PREREQUISITE would be the morning session: Working Session: Determining The Coalition’s Shared Values OR attendance at LEADERSHIP LAB 3/17/2018.