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SUMMARY:Clerk of the Superior Court James Giacomino\, and Copper State Victory Regional Director at TVVDC meeting (cancelled)
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nUPDATE from Pat W. : “We were just notified that the room we reserved will be used as an early primary voting location. The room is being set up today. “(July 10).  So TVVDC meeting is cancelled. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClerk of the Superior Court CandidateJames Giacomino & Copper State Victory Regional Director Athena Peters\n\n\n\nSaturday\, July 11\, 2026\, 10:30-11:30amMiller-Golf Links Library(9640 E. Golf Links Road)\n\n\n\n“At our July meeting we will hear from the Democratic candidate for Pima County Clerk of the Superior Court James Giacomino. Athena Peters\, Tucson Regional Organizing Director for Copper State Victory\, will also speak about getting Democrats elected up and down the ballot this election cycle for local and legislative races.” \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPat WiedhopfChair\, Tanque Verde Valley Democratic Club \n\n\n\nThe Tanque Verde Valley Democratic Club presents speakers of interest to Democratic voters on the second Saturday of every month. \n\n\n\nSign up for our mailing list to receive meeting announcements: http://eepurl.com/gpRv1j \n\n\n\nTo join the Tanque Verde Valley Democratic Club please email your name\, address\, telephone number and email address to Beth Isabelle (bethisabelle@gmail.com)” \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note:  James was appointed on April 1\, 2025 to this position and is now running for election.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“James W. Giacomino is the Clerk of the Superior Court in Pima County. Appointed by Governor Katie Hobbs on April 01\, 2025\, to complete the term of retiring Clerk of Superior Court Hon. Gary L. Harrison. James entered the public sector workforce at an early age and has quickly moved through the ranks to become the Clerk of the Court. His office currently oversees an operation of over 180 employees\, at three locations\, and administers an annual budget of over $13 million. \n\n\n\nJames hails from the small mining town of Bisbee\, Arizona. He graduated from Bisbee High School and attended community college. While attending school James found work as an entry-level employee with the Cochise County Clerk of Superior Court. In 2011\, he felt a change was needed and relocated to Tucson\, where he began his career with Pima County. James started his career as a courtroom clerk and quickly promoted to Supervisor\, then Division Director and was appointed Associate Clerk of Court in 2022. James’ quick professional journey shows his commitment to leadership not only to the employees he leads\, but also to the constituents he has the amazing opportunity to represent\, guide and assist\, daily.”https://www.cosc.pima.gov/about/clerk-bio/ \n\n\n\nInfo on Copper State Victory:https://copperstatevictory.com/. \n\n\n\nAthena Peters
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/clerk-of-the-superior-court-james-giacomino-at-tvvdc-meeting/
LOCATION:Miller-Golf Links library\, 9640 E. Golf LInks Rd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85730
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SUMMARY:Rodrigo Guerrero on ADLCC strategies at DGT Strike Back Saturday
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Join us for our third Strike Back Saturday event this Saturday\, July 11\, at 11:15 a.m. at the Murphy-Wilmot Library for a conversation with Rodrigo Guerrero of the Arizona Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee. Strike Back Saturday is a meeting series for dues-paying DGT members to connect with campaign professionals\, labor organizers and other experts to learn how to win elections this year and beyond. \n\n\n\nRodrigo will share insights from the ADLCC’s ongoing efforts to help elect a Democratic state legislative majority and discuss how DGT members can engage\, volunteer and donate more effectively. He’ll bring data on high-profile races and answer your questions in person. Join us this Saturday for a lively\, in-depth\, in-person conversation and networking opportunity. \n\n\n\nJoin DGT today and enjoy exclusive benefits like these: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/dgtdues”
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/rodrigo-guerrero-on-adlcc-strategies-at-dgt-strike-back-saturday/
LOCATION:Wilmot-Murphy library\, 320 S. Wilmot Rd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85711
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SUMMARY:NAACP Criminal Justice webinar
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nWhen\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, July 11\, 2026 | 01:00 PM – 02:30 PM\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n“Please join us for an exciting Webinar on changing the unjust Arizona laws on cash bail and restoring voting rights after felonies. Hear from Speakers with lived experience on these critical issues and learn how you can help advocate for the needed legislative actions. Saturday\, July 11\, 1:00-2:30pm online.” \n\n\n\nVirtual/ Online\, Tucson
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/naacp-criminal-justice-webinar/
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SUMMARY:I.C.E. Out Community Assembly
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNext assembly: https://tucsoncommunityassembly.org/en/\n\n\n\nJuly 11 2:00 PM. First Christian Church. 740 E Speedway Blvd. \n\n\n\n“Together\, we can put an end to the cruelty of immigration enforcement. With this intention\, we organize ourselves to defend our communities and care for each other. \n\n\n\nThis is a participatory meeting with small group discussions to make real plans together. \n\n\n\nAnyone who wants a world free of oppression and exploitation is welcome. Bring your loved ones and your ideas\, big or small. Everyone has something to offer. If you’re not sure\, please come! \n\n\n\nEvery Second Saturday from 2pm-4:30pm. \n\n\n\nSpanish/English interpretation available. Lunch and childcare provided.”
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/i-c-e-out-community-assembly-5/
LOCATION:First Christian Church\, 740 E Speedway Blvd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85719
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