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“What Does It Mean to Be Democrat?” will be the topic of a

Santa Monica Democratic Club meeting on Wednesday, August 26.

Is “Democrat”  a label we put on to be part of a group, or is there an obligation that comes with the title?

Leigh Brumberg will lead the discussion.

In addition,  Frank Gruber will talk about his new book, “Urban Worrier: Making Politics Personal .” He was   involved in the development of the original Civic Center Specific Plan and a member of the late Ocean Park Community Organization,  the  Housing and Planning Commissions, and School District’s Prop. X Oversight Committee. Since 2000, he has written a weekly column in Surf  Santa Monica.

This week’s column is devoted to his frequently stated belief that Santa Monica is not a beach town.

The meeting will be held at  7 p.m.at  St. Anne’s Church, 2017 Colorado Avenue, at 20th Street. Free and open  to the public. Refreshments. Free parking.