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​CONGRATULATIONS!!!

Joe Biden & Kamala Harris

President & Vice President Elect

Build Back Better

Thank you Voters; 
making the right choice for our nation!


Join us on Zoom January 21st for a Post Inauguration Celebration. Links will be sent to members. If you are not aleady on the mailing list, call 336-501-4755 for more info.
As "Neighbors Who Care", Rockingham County Democrats participated in the 2021 Inauguration Day of Service by contributing masks to Hospice of Rockingham County and food for 80 families to the Reidsville Outreach Center Food Bank.  Thanks to everyone who made this MLK Day event possible.
January 7, 2021

"This President has betrayed our country and is therefore unfit to lead it. He should resign or be removed from office" - NC Gov. Roy Cooper

“This is a sad, dark day for our democracy. Today’s terrorist violence and attempted coup was sparked by President Trump, who for four years has attacked our democratic institutions, incited attacks against other Americans, and sowed hate and division for his own political gain. But it was also encouraged by North Carolina Republicans, including Representatives Madison Cawthorn, David Rouzer, Greg Murphy, Ted Budd, Dan Bishop, Richard Hudson, and Virginia Fox, who entertained and stoked his dangerous and unfounded claims, and spineless Senators like Senator Thom Tillis, who repeatedly and cowardly refused to stand up for our state and our nation. Every single Republican elected official who would not speak out and stand up as this president marched our country down this path is to blame.
“Today is a dark day, but one we can – and must – overcome as a nation. Despite Republicans’ dangerous and baseless conspiracy theories, our institutions will hold, our democracy will survive, and President-elect Biden will soon begin the necessary work of healing the soul of our nation.” - Wayne Goodwin, NCDP Chair
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                                 DECEMBER 17, 2020 

The Rockingham County Democratic Party vehemently denounces the recent action of four members of the Rockingham County Board of Education regarding the termination of the contract of Dr. Rodney Shotwell, Superintendent.
 
After a closed session during the December 14 Board of Education meeting, a motion to terminate Dr. Shotwell's contract in 90 days was made by board member Doug Isley and seconded by Brent Huss. Newly sworn in Vicky Alston joined Brent Huss, Doug Isley and Bob Wyatt in voting for


​ the motion, which passed by a vote of 4 to 3. Board members Kimberly McMichael, Paula Rakestraw, and new member Vickie McKinney, voted against the motion. We believe there are several points which need to be addressed by the assenting members, primary among which is why?
 
The financial implications for Rockingham County taxpayers of a contract buyout that could exceed $300,000, in addition to a new hire salary are significant. From where will this money come, considering there is already concern about the school district's funding?
 
Educators, parents and other stakeholders across the county have expressed dismay about the possible repercussions of this decision for students. With our county, state, and country in the midst of a pandemic, is this the appropriate time to dismiss the knowledge and expertise of Superintendent Shotwell, who has led our district admirably during this time of instability?
 
Our future is dependent upon an educated populace. As new businesses look to Rockingham County for expansion, it is imperative that our schools be capable of fulfilling the need for quality education. This is highly unlikely when elected officials choose to undermine our public education system and economic future in such a cavalier manner.
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FOLLOW UP                                                                                                                         January 8, 2021

The January Board of Education Meeting will be held on 1-11-21 at the Reidsville High School Auditorium. Seating is limited to 100 attendees and Masks are required. In person sign up for Public Comments will be available on the premises in advance of the meeting. To sign up in advance of the meeting date contact Renee Everhart at 336-627-6200 or reverhart@rock.k12.nc.us by 8:30am on 1-11-21.

The non-partisan group "Supporting Dr. Shotwell" asks citizens to show up early with signs and to wear black, blue, or a combination of the two to show solidarity in support for the reinstatement of Superintendent Shotwell. Public Comments can be made virtually via Zoom by emailing: RCSPublicComments@rock.k12.nc.us RCENO live stream: https://www.rceno.com/RCENO/rockingham-county-board-or-education-meeting-live-stream/
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​Democrats promise to invest in our teachers, to keep our kids safe, and to protect the health of NC families.
We're fighting for the future of our state. ​


If you're a Democrat Registered in Rockingham County
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call: 336-501-4755
Calendar of Events
Please submit dates of interest to rmgriffin.rcdp@outlook.com or RCDP, PO Box 753, Reidsville NC 27323

Due to Covid-19
​All RCDP physical meetings are
cancelled until further notice.

Virtual meetings will be set up as telephone conferences and/or webinars. So, keep your 4th Thursdays of the month on your calendar. Members will receive notices via e-blast, as for normal meetings.

01-01-21
HAPPY NEW YEAR!

01-04-21
"Supporting Dr. Shotwell"
Press Conference
1pm
Belmont House
1700 Richardson Dr
Reidsville NC

01-11-21
6pm
Board of Education Meeting
Zoom & Location TBA

01-21-21
7pm
RCDP Virtual Inauguration Celebration
Zoom Platform 
Links sent via Eblast, or
​call 336-501-4755
rcdp.nc@gmail.com • PO Box 753, Reidsville, NC 27323

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