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Another Dem Family Member Gone into the Night– Doug Kelley Has Passed Away

STATEMENT FROM WCDP CHAIR CHRIS SAVAGE ON THE PASSING OF DOUG KELLEY It is with a heavy heart that I write to share the news that long-time Washtenaw County Democratic Party (WCDP) leader Doug Kelley has passed away. Doug passed in his own bed in Glacier Hills Senior...

Virtual Valentine Concert with Renowned Pianist Louis Nagel

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Louis Nagel returns for a virtual Valentine Concert to benefit the Washtenaw County Democratic Party! Join us February 13, 2022 for an evening of music and celebration. Details on the time and program to follow in January. See the Featured Events page.

STATEMENT FROM WASHTENAW COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY CHAIR CHRIS SAVAGE ON THE PASSING OF PATRICIA HARRIS

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On behalf of the entire Washtenaw County Democratic Party (WCDP) Executive Board, I want to express our deep sorrow and shock at the sudden passing of Michigan Democratic Party Project 83 organizer Patricia Harris in a car accident. Patricia was our Project 83...

Democracy Endgame? Not If We Join Together: an Evening with Prof. Ian Haney López

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Have you seen the news about all the improvements in people’s lives brought about by the new Democratic administration? Do you see the media celebrating the decrease in child poverty or the eviction prevention measures of the Cares Act? What about the Justice...

Sorrow and Shock at School Shooting

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This has to stop. We have to fight this. Democratic lawmakers are pushing for more stringent screenings on the sale of weapons to people with criminal records, mental illnesses and past abusive behavior. Approximately 2 in 3 Americans surveyed this year said that they...

Run to Win Academy- Training Candidates, Staffers of Color

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WCDP Black Caucus, with other WCDP groups, is organizing training for people of color who are interested in getting involved in political campaigns whether it be as a Candidate, Treasurer, Campaign Manager, Volunteer or any other campaign staff member. Training will...

Dems Care Tutoring Program Seeks Volunteers, Donations

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Our Literacy program has been bringing huge benefits to the children of Ypsilanti’s Erickson Elementary for several years, and it is needed more than ever after the year of learning largely lost to the pandemic. An hour or two a week will bring joy to you and to...

Join Rep. Felicia Brabec and Guests for a Stop on her Mental Health Listening Tour

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State Rep. Felicia Brabec (D-Pittsfield Township) is holding a statewide Listening Tour on the state of Mental Health resources. She will be at the Washtenaw County Learning Resource Center on Nov. 15, 5-6:30 p.m., with special guests House Democratic Leader Donna...

Anishinaabek Caucus Town Halls– A Push for Inclusive Democracy

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The MDP’s Anishinaabek Caucus advocates for issues important to the members of the Odawa, Ojibwe and Bodawadmi tribes– the Three fires Confederacy. It has been instrumental in nominating tribal members to boards and commissions and in growing participation in...

Fighting Republicans’ Voter Suppression Efforts: Let’s End This Theft of Democracy

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Republicans know they’re a radical minority.They know they can only win elections by suppressing the votes of those who disagree with them. Don’t let them. How can you fight back? DO NOT SIGN the “Secure MI Vote” initiative. Find more info and social media tools here....

WCDP Endorses in Chelsea, Saline City Races

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WCDP members voted to endorse the following candidates: Chelsea City Council: Tony Iannelli, Christine Mehuron, Bill Ruddock Chelsea City Mayor: Jane Pacheco Saline City Council: James Martin Dell’Orco WCDP endorsements are at the request of...

Resolution In Support of Proposal A, Ann Arbor November Election

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WCDP members have endorsed Ann Arbor’s proposal A, which will require the City to award contracts for supplies, materials, or public improvements, to the bidder that is deemed the best value to the City. Executive Board Member Robert Joerg presented this...

Another Dem Family Member Gone into the Night– Doug Kelley Has Passed Away

Virtual Valentine Concert with Renowned Pianist Louis Nagel

STATEMENT FROM WASHTENAW COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY CHAIR CHRIS SAVAGE ON THE PASSING OF PATRICIA HARRIS

Democracy Endgame? Not If We Join Together: an Evening with Prof. Ian Haney López

Sorrow and Shock at School Shooting

Run to Win Academy- Training Candidates, Staffers of Color

Dems Care Tutoring Program Seeks Volunteers, Donations

Join Rep. Felicia Brabec and Guests for a Stop on her Mental Health Listening Tour

Anishinaabek Caucus Town Halls– A Push for Inclusive Democracy

Fighting Republicans’ Voter Suppression Efforts: Let’s End This Theft of Democracy

WCDP Endorses in Chelsea, Saline City Races

Resolution In Support of Proposal A, Ann Arbor November Election

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