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  • What is the purpose of HCDFA?
    The purpose of HCDFA is to serve as a positive and proactive organization to support democratic and progressive goals and positions in the local, state and federal government.


  • What does the organization actually do?
    HCDFA sponsors activites and events that provide opportunities for members to express their support of progressive and democratic ideals and to educate the public on a variety of important subjects.


  • What events and activities have been held?
    In March 2005, HCDFA sponsored a public vigil at the Harrison County Courthouse to honor the American soldiers who are serving and have served in Iraq. Prior to the June 2005 city elections, we held a candidate forum involving all 10 candidates. In late June we co-sponsored a public Social Security forum. We have also sponsored a new Harrison County chapter of the WV Young Democrats. On July 4, we joined several hundred otherr West Virginian's to protest another trip by George Bush to the Mountain State. We have held public forums to raise awareness regarding the disastrous plan to privatize Social Security. in October we held a panel discussion with state and local elected officials and in November we sponsored a program to educate the public on the Monongahela National Forest plan.


  • When and where are meetings held?
    HCDFA regular meetings are held on the first Wednesday of every month at 6:00pm, however meeting dates and locations may change due to special programs or availability. Please check upcoming meeting announcements on this website.


  • How can I join HCDFA?
    Membership in the HCDFA is open to anyone that agrees with and supports its mission and by-laws. Anyone who wishes to join the group may do so at a regular meeting by registering and paying the $10.00 annual dues.


  • Is HCDFA a PAC?
    Yes. PAC stands for political action committee, which is defined by WV State Code as a "committee organized by one or more individuals . . . for the purpose of advocating or opposing the nomination or election of one or more candidates or the passage or defeat of one or more ballot issues."


  • Is HCDFA a "527"?
    Yes. According to the IRS, "Apolitical organization subject to 527 is a party, committee, or other association organized and operated primarily for the purpose of accepting contributions and/or making expeditures to influence or attempt to influence the selection, nomination, election or appointment of an individual to a federal, state, or local publice office or office in a political organization.



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War in Iraq - The Toll

US Deaths                  4,400
Iraqi Deaths     +1,139,602 (estimated)

War in Afghanistan
US Deaths                 1086
  

Source:  http://icasualties.org/                 

Perspective:
Saddam Hussein convicted of killing - 148
Killed in 9/11 attacks:  2,750