Meet the Democrats

Meet The Democrats for February 12, 2007 DNC Winter Meeting - Presidential Hopefuls	Host(s): Stephen Handwerk Guest(s): Senator John Edwards
This week we take a first look at the Democratic Candidates who have declared their candidacy for President. I was able to hear from them first had at the DNC Meeting this past week in Washington DC and I was able to meet a few of them. But first, as always – Progressive News and Commentary by Stephen Handwerk

Meet The Democrats for February 5, 2007
Planning and Zoning Chairman Fred Prejean

Host(s): Stephen Handwerk
Guest(s): Fred Prejean, Planning and Zoning Chairman

This week we sit down with the newly elected Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Commission, Fred Prejean. Fred has served on the Planning and Zoning Commission for over 10 years and has served as Chairman of this commission before. Fred has some significant work to do, and he talks about the work that will be done under his leadership. But first, as always – Progressive News and Commentary by Stephen Handwerk

Meet The Democrats for January 29, 2007 Blue Mondays - State of the Union and Democratic Response	Host(s): Stephen Handwerk Guest(s): Senator Jim Webb
We start off with our NEWS and Comentary then we take a look at the State of the Union and the Democratic Response ... (more)

Meet The Democrats for January 22, 2007 Blue Mondays - News and a new look at Vincent and Brian	Host(s): Stephen Handwerk Vincent Trombatore Guest(s): Vincent Trobatore Alderman Brian Thomas
Your Progressive News for January 22nd, 2007. This week we take on the Republicans who are fighting Nancy Pelosi's "First 100 hours" plan and look into several other news stories that are effecting us. And many have asked that we should re-broadcast the interview with Alderman Brian Thomas and Vincent Trombatore

Meet The Democrats for January 15, 2007
Blue Mondays - Urban Planning

Host(s): Stephen Handwerk Dr. Barbara Conner
Guest(s): Dr. Thomas Sammons, UL

This week we have a great interview with Thomas Sammons Director of the Community Design Workshop School of Architecture and Design where he discusses with Barbara Conner the projects and teams he is working on to improve the overall design of our cities, neighborhoods and really our state through concepts such as smart growth and others. This is definitely an outstanding interview that you won’t want to miss. But first, as always – Progressive News and Commentary by Stephen Handwerk

Meet The Democrats for January 8, 2007 Check it Out! The Lafayette Public Library System	Host(s): Stephen Handwerk Ruth Yeager Guest(s): Susan Hamilton
This week we have a great interview with Susan Hamilton of the Lafayette Parish Library Board of Controls where she discusses with Ruth Yeager the plans for the coming years – two new locations and one major renovation. You will definitely want to “check this out.” But first, as always – Progressive News and Commentary by Stephen Handwerk

Meet The Democrats for December 18, 2006 Welcome Vincent and an interview with Alderman Brian Thomas	Host(s): Stephen Handwerk Vincent Trombatore Guest(s): Brian Thomas, Alderman in Opelousas
Our Last "NEW" show of the year we are joined by our newest member of the team, Vincent Trombatore. Stephen sits down to talk with Vincent and then Vincent has the first interview with Alderman Brian Thomas after his windfall victory in Opelousas.

Meet The Democrats for November 27, 2006 Dr. Suddith on Iraq Intel Report from the Senate part 2	Host(s): Stephen Handwerk Dr. Barbara Conner Guest(s): Dr. Richard Suddith
This week we have the second half of Barbara Conner’s interview with Dr. Richard Sudduth on the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence Report on the Lead up to the Iraq war. You won’t want to miss these conclusions.

Meet The Democrats for November 20, 2006 Dr. Suddith on Iraq Intel Report from the Senate part 1	Host(s): Stephen Handwerk Dr. Barbara Conner Guest(s): Dr. Richard Suddith
This week we are joined in the Studio by Dr. Richard Sudduth and Dr. Barbara Conner to discuss the recent findings of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence on IRAQ. There are some very important items revealed in this report and this is the first segment of their interview

Meet The Democrats for November 13, 2006 Local Election Returns	Host(s): Stephen Handwerk Guest(s): Anthony Fazzio; Attorney and Politico Tommy Guilbeau; Attorney and Politico
This week we discuss the results of last week's election and what it says for our future here in Lafayette with two community leaders. Tommy Guilbeau and Anthony Fazzio.

Meet The Democrats for November 6, 2006
The Race for the 7th Congressional District

Host(s): Stephen Handwerk Ruth Yeager
Guest(s): John St. Julien Mike Stagg, Candidate for US Congress

This week we are joined in the Studio by John St. Julien who has joined full force behind the Mike Stagg for Congress. John talks with Ruth Yeager to discuss why he has gotten involved in this important campaign and what issues are most important to him. Then Ruth Yeager sits down for an update with Mike Stagg. Stagg as you know is running for the 7th Congressional District here in Louisiana. Ruth and Mike discuss the items most important to the district and what Stagg plans on doing about them if we send him to congress.

Meet The Democrats for October 30, 2006 US Senator Mary Landrieu	Host(s): Stephen Handwerk Guest(s): Senator Mary Landrieu Mike Stagg, Candidate for US Congress
This week we are joined in the Studio by US Senator Mary Landrieu. Senator Landrieu was recently in Lafayette to Thank Acadian Ambulance for a job well done in last year’s hurricanes. The Senator also gives us a full briefing on the status of Louisiana receiving it’s fair share of the Off Shore Oil revenues.

Meet The Democrats for October 23, 2006 On the Trail with Mike Stagg	Host(s): Stephen Handwerk Guest(s): Mike Stagg, Candidate for LA 7th Ruth Yeager and others
On the Campaign Trail with Mike Stagg as he campaigns for the 7th Congressional District. But first up, Lafayette Makes NATIONAL NEWS on PBS's Moyer's on America.

Meet The Democrats for October 16, 2006 Congressman Charlie Melancon	Host(s): Stephen Handwerk Guest(s): Congressman Charlie Melancon
ON this week's show we have a full hour with Congressman Charlie Melancon from Louisiana's 3rd Congressional District.

Meet The Democrats for October 9, 2006 Blue Mondays - Michael McHale	Host(s): Stephen Handwerk Guest(s): Michael McHale - Chairman Calcasieu Dems
This week we sit down with Michael McHale of Calcasieu Parish. Michael serves as the Parish Democratic Chairman. Michael is not one to pull punches and we talk about how South West Louisiana is recovering from the aftermath of RITA and ofcourse his view on the job performance of Congressman Charles Boustany. We begin the show with Progressive News that you likely missed.

Meet The Democrats for October 2, 2006 Blue Mondays - in a News from the Underground Exclusive	Host(s): Stephen Handwerk Dr. Barbara Conner Guest(s): Jonathan Carmouche
On this weeks show we have an indepth interview in a News From The Underground segment with Barbara Conner. Barbara sits down in the studio with Mr. Jonthan Carmouche of the Lafayette Housing Authority. Many false rumours fly about this incredible resource in this community and we are here to educate the community on exactly what the Housing Authority is all about.

Meet The Democrats for September 25, 2006
New Voting Machines

Host(s): Stephen Handwerk Richard Warren
Guest(s): Louis Perret, Clerk of Courts Frank Flynn

It’s another Blue Mondays, this week we take a look at the new Voting Machines with Clerk of Court for Lafayette Parrish Louis Perret and then Richard Warren and I take a look at “On The Ballot” where we will go over your choices for voting this Saturday September 30th in both Candidates but also all the Constitutional Amendments we have to decide on, but first – as always – This week in the News

Meet The Democrats for September 18, 2006
Blue Mondays

Host(s): Stephen Handwerk Dr. Barbara Conner
Guest(s): State Senator Heitmeier, Can. for Sec. of State

This week we bring you a special episode of Blue Mondays, in a News from the Underground Segment Dr Barbara Conner sits down with Senator Francis Heitmeier where they discuss the job of the Secretary of State and why he is seeking that position, then we bring you another episode of the ACLU’s Freedom Files where we look at Dissent and our eroding freedoms, but first – as always – This week in the News

Meet The Democrats for September 11, 2006 Our Candidates	Host(s): Stephen Handwerk Guest(s): Albert Karre - Candidate School Board #6 Mary Morrison-Candidate School Bd #1
This week we look towards “ON THE BALLOT” for another set of interviews for Democratic Candidates seeking YOUR support on Election Day and we sit down with Lafayette Parish Democratic Executive Committee Chairman Frank “Art” Flynn.

Meet The Democrats for August 28, 2006
On the Ballot and On the Trail with Stagg

Host(s): Stephen Handwerk
Guest(s): State Senator Heitmeier, Can. for Sec. of State Mike Stagg, Candidate for US Congress

This week we take a look at the Secretary of State race that is heating up here in Louisiana. State Senator Heitmeier is the only Democrat in the race and is the clear choice if you want to insure that YOUR VOTE will be protected and that it will COUNT! Then we see Mike Stagg in a local appearance at Concerned Citizens for Good Government. Drop us a note and let us know how we did and what you would like to see on future shows – e-mail meetthedems@lafayettedemocrats.org

Meet The Democrats for August 14, 2006
The Annual JJ Dinner and On the Ballot

Host(s): Stephen Handwerk
Guest(s): The JJ Dinner Bobby Guidry

This week we go behind the scenes at the 2006 Jefferson Jackson Dinner. We get interviews with many of the movers and shakers inside the LA Democratic Party. Also, in the first in our series – “ON the Ballot” – we will talk with Bobby Guidry – candidate for Mayor in Scott. And as always, Stephen starts off the show with hard hitting Democratic News. Drop us a note and let us know how we did and what you would like to see on future shows – e-mail meetthedems@lafayettedemocrats.org

Meet The Democrats for July 24, 2006
Derriel McCorvey and Ruth Yeager for Mike Stagg

Host(s): Stephen Handwerk Richard Warren
Guest(s): Derriel McCorvey, Attorney Ruth Yeager, Volunteers for Mike Stagg

Joining your hosts in Studio this week is Derriel C McCorvey. Derriel is a local attorney and activist in this area. Ruth Yeager sits down with us to tell us how to get involved with Mike Stagg for Congress... And as always, Stephen starts off the show with hard hitting Democratic News. Drop us a note and let us know how we did and what you would like to see on future shows – e-mail meetthedems@lafayettedemocrats.org

Meet The Democrats for July 10, 2006
Mike Stagg for Congress

Host(s): Stephen Handwerk
Guest(s): Mike Stagg, Candidate for LA 7th

Joining your host in Studio this week is Mike Stagg. Mike is just getting ready to formally announce his candidacy for US Congress for Louisiana’s 7th Congressional District. Today we will talk about how Mike came to this decision and what he feels he can do for the 7th Congressional District that isn’t being done today. And as always, Stephen starts off the show with hard hitting Democratic News.

Meet The Democrats for June 12, 2006
The Youth Vote

Host(s): Stephen Handwerk
Guest(s): Brian Thomas, Candidate for Alderman in Opelousas

Joining your hosts in Studio this week is Brian Thomas. Brian Thomas is a student here at ULL and is now running for Alderman District “A” in Opelousas. Brian is working hard to engage the youth of our state to have them stand up and make their voices count. And as always, Stephen starts off the show with hard hitting Democratic News. Drop us a note and let us know how we did and what you would like to see on future shows – e-mail meetthedems@lafayettedemocrats.org

Meet The Democrats for May 22, 2006
Tommy Guilbeau & Patrick Hall

Host(s): Stephen Handwerk
Guest(s): Tommy Guilbeau Patrick Hall

Joining your hosts in Studio this week is Patrick Hall. Patrick Hall is the New Communications Director for the Louisiana Democratic Party. Patrick brings a great deal of experience and energy to the party and we talk with him about the direction of the State Party, Races to watch, Katrina Recovery and Renewable Energy sources. But first Stephen speaks with Tommy Guilbeau about current events. And as always, Stephen starts off the show with hard hitting Democratic News.

Meet The Democrats for May 8, 2006 Faces of Democracy	Host(s): Stephen Handwerk Guest(s): Larry DeFratis
Joining your hosts in Studio this week is Larry DeFratis. Larry and Stephen will discuss their organizing efforts as well as the DVD his team produced in Shreveport in our combined efforts to turn Louisian BLUE. And as always, Stephen starts off the show with hard hitting Democratic News.

Meet The Democrats for April 24, 2006
Net Neutrality

Host(s): Stephen Handwerk
Guest(s): John St. Julien

Joining your hosts in Studio this week is John St. Julien. John and Stephen will discuss Net Neutrality and the overall picture of what is at stake both with National proposed legislation as well as legislation that is currently pending in the state legislature. And as always, Stephen starts off the show with hard hitting Democratic News. Drop us a note and let us know how we did and what you would like to see on future shows – e-mail meetthedems@lafayettedemocrats.org

Meet The Democrats for April 10, 2006
Repairing Louisiana

Host(s): Stephen Handwerk
Guest(s): Mark Herbert, Regional Mgr for Senator Landrieu Ruth Yeager, DSCC

Joining your hosts in Studio this week is Mark Herbert. Mark Herbert is a former staffer for Senator John Breaux and currently serves as Regional Manager for US Senator Mary Landrieu. We speak with Mark about his political history as well as the current issues facing Louisiana and how Senator Landrieu is fighting for us! Then we sit down to talk “Deficit” with Ruth Yeager and as always Stephen gives us the Democratic News you may have NOT have heard about.

Meet The Democrats for March 27, 2006
Easy Access Voter Registration and The Corporatizing of America

Host(s): Stephen Handwerk Richard Warren
Guest(s): Gobb Williams Anthony Fazzio

Joining your hosts in Studio this week are Gobb Williams and Anthony Fazzio. Richard Warren speaks with Mr. Williams about his “Easy Access Voter Registration Stations” as well as the importance of voting and Stephen Handwerk sits down with Anthony Fazzio to speak about the Corporatization of our Nation. You won’t want to miss this frank discussion of where Democrats are working to preserve our country! And as always Stephen gives us the Democratic News you may NOT have heard about.

Meet The Democrats for March 13, 2006
Our State Party Leaders

Host(s): Stephen Handwerk Richard Warren
Guest(s): Chris Whittington, Chairman LA Democrats Andrew Koneschusky, Acting Executive Director

New FULL HOUR LONG show launches THIS WEEK! Joining your hosts in Studio this week are Chris Whittington – Newly elected State Party Chairman, and Andrew Koneschusky – Acting State Party Executive Director. We discuss where we find ourselves today as a party and our short and long term goals. You won’t want to miss this frank discussion of where we are taking our party! And as always Stephen gives us the Democratic News you may NOT have heard about. Drop us a note and let us know how we did and what you would like to see on future shows – e-mail meetthedems@lafayettedemocrats.org