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Democrats Abroad Mexico - Costa Banderas Chapter
The official organization of the Democratic Party in Mexico
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Democrats Abroad Mexico is the official organization of the Democratic Party in Mexico. Mexico has six chapters: Lake Chapala, Mexico City, San Miguel de Allende, Mazatlan, Baja North, and Costa Banderas.
With country committees and local chapters in over 80 countries around the world, Democrats Abroad is the official Democratic Party organization for the millions of Americans living outside the United States.
Democrats Abroad:
• Keeps Americans abroad informed on political issues and developments, through regular meetings, educational programs, special events, and newsletters;
• Lobbies the White House, Congress, and state governments on issues of concern to Americans residing abroad, including national and international issues;
• Motivates and registers voters, provides absentee ballot assistance, and organizes primary voting for Americans abroad;
• Elects and sends a voting delegation to the Democratic National Convention;
• Elects eight members to the Democratic National Committee, the Democratic Party's governing body in Washington, DC.
First organized in November 2007, the Costa Banderas Chapter of Mexico Democrats Abroad now counts more than 200 members. The chapter represents US citizens residing in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, as well as in the emerging, new gringo "colonies" located just to the north of the well-known tourist resort in the state of Nayarit.
Democrats Abroad is a non-profit association. For more information, or to become a member of the Costa Banderas Chapter, please visit DemocratsAbroad.org or or send an email to cb.democratsabroad(at)gmail.com.
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Watch the September 12 Debate with Democrats Abroad
 Mike Lyman
After two rounds of back-to-back debate nights over the summer, the next Democratic presidential debate will be a one-night affair, on Sept. 12. If you're in Puerto Vallarta and plan to watch, the Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad invites you to join them at Incanto from 7-10 pm.
La Dolce Vita to Host Democrats Abroad September Social
 Mike Lyman
Join the Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad for our September Summer Social, set to take place on September 18 at La Dolce Vita on Basilio Badillo. If you haven't yet visited this sleek new bistro in the heart of the Romantic Zone, come enjoy Happy Hour with us from 5-7 pm.
Democrats Abroad Summer Social at Pal’Mar, August 14
 Mike Lyman
Join the Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad for our August Summer Social, set to take place at Pal’Mar on Wednesday, August 14. If you haven't visited this hip new bistro on the south side of Puerto Vallarta, come enjoy Happy Hour with us from 5:00 to 7:00 pm.
Democrats Abroad Vallarta Botanical Garden Tour, Aug. 4
 Marie Callan
The Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas Summer Socials just keep getting better and better! Next month's get-together, set for at 10:00 am on Sunday, August 4th, will be an exclusive private tour of the Vallarta Botanical Garden, led by none other than its Founder, Bob Price!
Democrats Abroad 4th of July Party at Daiquiri Dick's
 Marie Callan
If you plan to be in Puerto Vallarta on the USA's Independence Day, head over to Daiquiri Dick's on Los Muertos Beach for an All-American 4th of July celebration hosted by the Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad Mexico. This event always sells out, so get your tickets TODAY!
Democrats Abroad Summer Social at Florio's, June 19
 Mike Lyman
Join the Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad at Florio's in downtown Puerto Vallarta on Wednesday, June 19 for our second Summer Social of 2019. This swanky cocktail lounge is a great place to chill out, thanks to handcrafted cocktails and air conditioning.
Democrats Abroad Presents 'Knock Down the House'
 Mike Lyman
The Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad Mexico will present the Sundance Film Festival award-winning documentary, 'Knock Down the House,' on Thursday, May 23 at 3:00 pm, in air-conditioned comfort at Incanto on the south side of Puerto Vallarta.
Democrats Abroad Summer Social at Langostinos, May 15
Mike Lyman
Join the Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad Mexico at Langostinos on Playa Los Muertos on Wednesday, May 15 from 5-7 pm for our first Summer Social of 2019. With Semana Santa behind us, it's a little calmer in Vallarta now, making it a great time to have some fun!
Democrats Abroad Oscar-Winning Film Series Extended
 Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas
Due to popular demand, Democrats Abroad's Oscar-Winning Films Series has been extended once again, with Puerto Vallarta audience favorites 'The Favourite' and 'Green Book' screening at Incanto this Tuesday, March 26 and Thursday, March 28 at 3:00 pm.
Democrats Abroad's Film Series Continues This Week
 Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas
The Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad's 2019 Academy Award and Documentary Film Series has been extended once again by popular demand, with Puerto Vallarta audience favorites playing on Incanto's big screen at 3:00 pm most every day this week, through March 22.
DA Wednesday Film Celebrates Women's History Month
 Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas
In recognition of Women's History Month, the documentary 'Dolores' will be shown at 6:00 pm on March 20 at Nacho Daddy Restaurant on the south side of Puerto Vallarta. This docudrama replaces the previously scheduled Democrats Abroad Wednesday film, 'Active Measures.'
Democrats Abroad Voter Forum: The Electoral College
 Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas
Local Electoral College expert and new member to the Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas Board of Directors, Dr. Samuel Thorn Crockett, will present a lecture and slide show on the historical, social and political context in which it was created, on March 27 at Incanto Vallarta.
Oscar Winning & Documentary Films Series Continues
Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas
The Democrats Abroad 2019 Academy Award Movie Series Encore continues in Puerto Vallarta through March 18th, with Oscar-winning film screenings scheduled for March 14th & 15th, and political documentaries back by popular demand on March 17th & 18th.
Democrats Abroad Extends Academy Award Film Series
 Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas
The Puerto Vallarta Chapter of Democrats Abroad Mexico's recently concluded 2019 Academy Award Movie Series at Incanto proved to be so very popular (many people had to be turned away at the door) that they have decided to show some of the most popular films again.
No Way José! to Host Democrats Abroad Annual Meeting
Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas
Knowing how important the next U.S. election is, Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas Chapter invites every member, and U.S. citizen interested in membership, to attend their Annual Meeting on Thursday, February 28 from 5-7 pm at No Way José! on the south side of Puerto Vallarta.
DA Film Series: Academy Awards Best Picture Nominees
Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas
From February 3-23, Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas will present 'Academy Award Month,' featuring 8 of 2018's best films - all of which have been nominated for Best Picture Oscars - followed by an Oscar Party on the 24th! The venue will be Incanto in downtown Puerto Vallarta.
See the Movie Everyone in Vallarta is Talking About!
 Costa Banderas Democrats Abroad
If you missed the Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas Chapter's first three showings of 'Active Measures' at Incanto, you can still see the sold-out movie everyone in Puerto Vallarta is talking about! A fourth screening & discussion of the film is scheduled for January 29 at 3 pm.
Puerto Vallarta Can't Get Enough of 'Active Measures'
Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas
If you missed the Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas Chapter's first two showings of 'Active Measures' at Incanto, you can still see the sold-out movie everyone in Puerto Vallarta is talking about! A third screening & discussion of the film is scheduled for January 22 at 6 pm.
Democrats Abroad Present 'Active Measures' Encore
Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas
If you missed the Jan. 7 screening of the documentary 'Active Measures,' you can still see the sold-out movie everyone is talking about! Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas will present a second screening & discussion of the film on Jan. 14 from 3-6 pm at Incanto in downtown Vallarta.
First Democrats Abroad Forum of the Season, January 7
 Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas
If you're wondering what U.S. Special Investigator Robert Mueller is apt to report, the documentary 'Active Measures' is a preview of what's to come. Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas invites you to view & discuss the film on Jan. 7 at Incanto in downtown Puerto Vallarta.
Democrats Abroad Conducting 2018 Overseas Voter Survey
 Costa Banderas Democrats Abroad
Now that the U.S. midterm elections are over, Democrats Abroad is conducting an overseas voter survey. Understanding your 2018 voting experience will help us ensure everything to make it easier for you to vote in future elections is done no matter from where, or for whom, you vote.
Democrats Abroad Weekly Film Series Resumes Dec. 5
 BanderasNews.com
The Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad Mexico is launching its 10th Annual Film Series on December 5. The popular series features first-run films, shown upstairs at Nacho Daddy Restaurant on the south side of Puerto Vallarta, on Wednesday nights at 6:00 pm through March 27, 2019.
U.S. Voters in Mexico: It is Down to The Wire Now!
 Costa Banderas Democrats Abroad
Voting is a way to make your preferences known. If you don't vote in the upcoming U.S. mid-terms, you have no one to blame for results you don't like but yourself. Since the General Election on Nov. 6 is less than two weeks away, overseas voters should vote their ballot NOW!
Gathering to Watch U.S. Mid-Term Election Results
 Heather Wilson
Democrats Abroad is sponsoring an election night event November 6 at Roberto Castellon's new eatery and bar, located above his signature restaurant, Roberto's, at 283 Basilio Badillo on the south side of Vallarta. The event begins at 7:00 pm and lasts as long as people want to stay.
FVAP: Your Vote is Your Voice in the 2018 Mid-Terms
 Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas
With Vote from Abroad volunteers offering free local assistance yet again on Wednesday, Oct. 24, US citizens in Vallarta have no excuse for not voting. Volunteers have been working hard to help you make your voice heard in the 2018 mid-terms, but the buck stops with you, the voter.
Vallarta Volunteers Still Working to Get Out The Vote
 Costa Banderas Democrats Abroad
Attention U.S. citizens! Time is running out to cast your vote in the November 6 midterm elections. If you are in Puerto Vallarta, Vote from Abroad volunteers will be at Daiquiri Dick's on Wednesday, October 17 from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm, to help you get your ballot back in time to be counted.
Last Chance to Get Your Vote to Count in U.S. Mid-Terms
Costa Banderas Democrats Abroad
Though the General Election is still a month away, it's time for U.S. overseas voters to return their absentee ballots so they arrive by state deadlines. Here in Vallarta, VoteFromAbroad volunteers will be at Daiquiri Dick's on Oct. 10 to provide information on getting your ballots back in time.
Democrats Abroad October Social at Roberto's Restaurant
 Costa Banderas Democrats Abroad
The Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad Mexico invites you to join us for our October Social in the air conditioned comfort of Roberto's Seafood Restaurant, located at Basilio Badillo 283 on the south side of Puerto Vallarta, on Wednesday, October 17, 2018 from 5-7 pm.
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