The next Sun Lakes Democratic Club meeting is scheduled for Monday, Jan. 10. This will be a virtual meeting via Zoom. Social is at 6:30 p.m., and the meeting begins at 7 p.m. If you would like to attend, please email Weldon at [email protected] to request the Zoom link. Please include your name, email address, and phone number.

Speakers:

Marco Lopez, Democratic candidate for Governor

Mr. Lopez is running for the 2022 Democratic nomination for Governor. Mr. Lopez is a former Mayor of Nogales, a U of A graduate, a small business owner, and a former Director of AZ Department of Commerce. As the former Chief of Staff at the Customs and Border Protection Agency, Mr. Lopez understands border issues. He will outline his reasons to seek the Governorship.

Adrian Fontes, Democratic candidate for Secretary of State

Mr. Fontes, the former Maricopa County Recorder, will discuss his candidacy for the AZ Secretary of State race in the 2022 election. Mr. Fontes is the former County Recorder. Mr. Fontes ran the 2020 election for Maricopa County successfully and brings his expertise to this state office.

Jennifer Pawlik, AZ House Representative, LD 17

Rep. Pawlik will speak about the 2022 Legislative session that begins on Jan. 10. She will also address her campaign for re-election in 2022.

AJ Kurdoglu, Candidate for AZ Senate, LD 17

Mr. Kurdoglu will address his candidacy for the AZ Senate race for LD 17.

Support Matthew’s Crossing Food Bank. Donations can be made online at matthewscrossing.org or mailed/dropped off at 1368 N. Arizona Avenue, Unit 112, in Chandler. You will receive a receipt for the dollar-for-dollar, tax deductible donation.

If you have any questions, please text Dolly Loftin at 480-200-3322 or email [email protected].