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Support Democratic candidates in Special Elections in Virginia being held on January 10, 2017 December 15th, 2016
Support Democratic candidates in Special Elections in Virginia being held on January 10, 2017
Phone banking to voters planned from Arlington Democratic HQ, on Dec. 13 and 20 and Jan. 3, 5 and 9
On Wednesday December 7th, Arlington Democrats approved the Rules for the 2017 School Board Endorsement for one candidate for Arlington County School Board in the November 7, 2017 election. An unassembled caucus will be held on Thursday, May 11 (7 p.m. to 9 p.m.) at Drew Model School and Saturday, May 13 (11 a.m. to 7 p.m.) at Washington-Lee High School. In order to be eligible for endorsement by the participants in the unassembled Caucus, candidates for Arlington County School Board must file a letter of intent to seek the Democratic endorsement with the Chair of the Arlington County Democratic Committee, or his/her designated representative, after January 1, 2017, and before 7:30 p.m. on Monday, February 27, 2017.
Click here to read the Rules for the 2017 School Board Endorsement.
The Arlington County Democratic Committee unanimously pass a resolution on December 7, 2016 that stated:
Click here to read the full resolution.
Thank you for pouring your heart into the 2016 campaign. Because of you, we turned Virginia blue for the third Presidential election in a row. The work youve done will help us continue the fight to elect Democrats who share our values. Our successes this year include contributing toward:
Its been a rough election for all of us, but in recent days the Arlington County Democratic Committee has received an influx of people asking what they can do to help and get involved. Thats a good thing because we need you now more than ever.
The Arlington County Democratic Committee is here all year long, and we continue to organize, advocate and grow. Visit ourContact Us pageto get in touch with us and to volunteer.Visit our Calendarregularly to find Democratic and progressive events or to add your own event. You are welcome to join us at our Holiday PartyGeneral MeetingonWednesday, December 7 at the Walter Reed Community Center (2909 16th St S. Arlington, VA 22204).
If you want to take action against President-Elect Trumps ideas for a Muslim registry you can read a statement from the DNC here, his threats to action on climate change from Congressman Beyer here, and a letter signed by 169 House Democrats against White Nationalist Steve Bannons appointment here. Then you can write a letter or call the district offices of our US Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine.
One of the next big things coming up in January is the Virginia legislative session in Richmond. Already, state Senators and Delegates are filing legislation. You can visitthis siteto read the bills and see which ones you might want to support or oppose.
2017 is critical. We will have elections next November for Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General and all 100 members of the House of Delegates. But first, well be nominating our candidates by primary, caucus or convention. When information becomes available about supporting or becoming a candidate, well post it on our website. A number of candidates have already declared. While we dont endorse candidates in primaries, we do like to make information available and provide equal assistance to any Democrat who is running for office. Candidates/Offices for 2017 (not all have announced):
Thanks and feel free to contact us if you have any questions or suggestions.
Its time! Time to get to the polls and cast your vote for the Democratic ticket!
Do you have a plan to vote on Tuesday? If not, were here to help.
Step 1: Find your polling location. Click here to look it up.
Step 2: Read about our Democratic candidates and then download the Arlington Dems Sample Ballot (print it out and take it with you!).
Step 3: Make sure you have a photo ID. Need more info on what constitutes a valid ID? Check out VA Dems guidelines here.
Step 4: Go Vote!
Need a ride to the polls on Tuesday? Weve got you covered. Give us a call at 703-528-8588.
And its never too late to volunteer to get out the vote! Check here for volunteer shifts and locations, or send us an email at volunteer@arlingtondemocrats.org.
Canvassing (Nov 5, 6, and 7) shifts at 9am, noon, 3pm, & 6pm. Please RSVP to an organizer. November 8: 8am, 11am, 2pm and 5pm.
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Canvassing Days of Action (10-22, 10-23; Nov 5, 6, 7, & 8) shifts at 9am, noon, 3pm, and 6pm Please RSVP to the organizer nearest you.
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We are thrilled to announce that our special guest speaker for the 2016 Golden Gala will be Amanda Renteria, National Political Director of the Hillary for America campaign!
The first Latina chief of staff for a U.S. senator, Ms. Renteria is now working to ensure another first: the election of our first woman President, Hillary Clinton! She will share insights from the campaign trail and the strategy for ensuring success in these last few weeks before Election Day. The Golden Gala also will feature live music, tantalizing hors doeuvres, and a generous bar. This is an evening definitely not to be missed! Continue reading
Arlington Democrats are happy to offer Clinton-Kaine-Beyer yard signs for a suggested donation of $5-$10 af the following farmers markets:
Join ACDC this Monday for our 29th annual Chili Cook-Off!
Mike Murtha wins Samuel Gompers award at the 2015 Chili Cook-Off
Mike Murtha, 76, walking up to accept his chili award, the Samuel Gompers Award, on September 7, 2015. Murtha has been making chili for the Arlington County Democratic Committee for 28 years.
Arlington Democrats gather for food and speeches every Labor Day to officially kick off the Fall campaign. The chili cook-off was introduced in 1987.
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