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Dear Brian Gunn,
You're INVITED to our 2022 Summer Picnic! RSVP here.
We will not have a general meeting this month. Instead, on Sunday, August 14, 2022, the 31st LD Democrats will host a Canvass and Summer Picnic event at Marion Grange Hall (27725 Sumner-Buckley Hwy, Buckley 98321).
Dr. Kim Schrier will join us to kick off the canvass at 12:15pm, we'll knock on doors from 1pm-3pm, and then everyone's invited back to the Grange Hall for hot dogs and hamburgers at 4:00pm. Folks are welcome to join us for the canvass, the picnic, or both.
The event will kick off the all-important second half of the 2022 mid-term campaign season as we get the results of the August Primary and prepare for the November General Election.
Early results from the primary show just how crucial votes from the eastern parts of Pierce and King county are going to be in the general. While Dr. Schrier as so far garnered just over 48% of the votes overall in the 8th Congressional District, her numbers in Pierce County were only 35%. To get to 50% + 1, we're going to need Democrats to turn out all across the district, including rural areas such as Buckley and Enumclaw. Our canvass will reach out to those voters, and we'll encourage folks to start now to make a plan to vote in November.
Our basic freedoms such as the right to vote, the right to make choices in our personal lives, and the right to access affordable health care are all at stake in this election.
We will also be encouraging voters to support our candidates for 31st LD State Representative. Holly Stanton is currently leading in the votes for Pos. 1 against two Republicans. The primary may also contain a surprise in the form of Carrie Wilbur, our candidate for Pos. 2, who ran as a write-in against an unopposed R candidate. At the moment, her race is leading the state in write-in votes, and while we won't know the names until the election is certified, the high number of write-in votes is encouraging. If she gets just 1% of the total votes, and is the 2nd highest vote-getter, her statement will appear in the voter pamphlet, her name will be printed on the ballots that will be mailed to voters in October, and we will have been successful in getting out the message that there is an alternative to electing a Republican in the 31st LD.
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Get Involved! Build our Bench!
Pierce County, like most governments, depends on the active civic participation of citizens. As several boards and commissions have vacancies, please consider lending your voice to these decision-making bodies. Many of the policy recommendations and laws considered by these groups impact our everyday lives from property valuation, parks & recreation, planning for children, elderly and veterans, and even setting the salary for elected officials. That is why it is important to have balanced representation.
By getting involved and participating in your community, you can be an example for your families and neighbors. You can choose your level of involvement and time commitment. Most of these boards meet monthly - some quarterly. Please review the information found on the Pierce County Boards and Commissions website.
Volunteering can have long-term impacts. People often ask you “how did you get involved”? PTA turns into school board member. Volunteer firefighter turns into a fire chief. Board and commission member elected as County Executive!! |
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JOIN US TODAY!
Are you a member of the 31st?
Annual dues are $31 per calendar year, and are a significant portion of our operating budget. While our general meetings are open to all, only dues-paying members have voting privileges. Reduced dues are available in limited income situations that include, but aren’t limited to veteran, senior and/or student status, with a minimum of $5 that ensures full rights and privileges.
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DONATE for MAXIMUM IMPACT!
While dues have historically made up the majority of our budget, we are stepping up our fight to make the 31st District a truly inclusive, equitable, and welcoming place to live. Please consider helping us achieve our goals by contributing today!
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** If you know of any events that should be included in our next newsletter, please let Vicki Bates know!! ** ____________________________
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Important Links
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Young Democrats of Washington: Seeking to "empower young people through voter registration, campaign activities, petitions, and grass-roots lobbying efforts."
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Washington State Democrats: The official web resource for the Washington State Democratic party. Browse for events, elected officials, platform positions, news, and more! ______________________________
Pierce County Democrats: The 31st Legislative District is interesting in that it spans two counties! For those of you residing in Pierce, here is your county party’s official web resource.
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King County Democrats: The 31st Legislative District is interesting in that it spans two counties! For those of you residing in King, here is your county party’s official web resource.
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Our Facebook page: a great source for local info, local events, local discussion, and local calls to action, updated frequently by members of our community. ______________________________
Our Twitter account: a great source of upcoming events and information! |
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Call for comments: How do you like the new Newsletter format? Is there any content you'd like to see in upcoming issues?
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