STATEMENT FROM THE RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY DEMOCRATIC COMMITTEE

by | Nov 7, 2024 | Democratic Party, Issues, RCDC business | 1 comment

As we process what seemed like an inconceivable outcome, we should first celebrate the work we did. Tim Kaine is going back to the Senate for a third term! Suhas Subramanyan will represent us in the CD10. Those of us who canvassed in Culpeper and Madison helped Eugene Vindman fill Abigail Spanberger’s shoes in CD7! They are ready to fight in Washington for our Democratic values—for democracy itself.
The Rapp Dems are stronger and bigger than ever. Last night’s election party at New Iberia attests to our unity and joy. We can and will come back stronger.
As Margaret Mead said: “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.”
Let’s rest up and meet again this Saturday, November 9th for our next general meeting at the Washington Town Hall. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. for coffee and conversation, meeting starts at 10:00 a.m. See you there!
We’ve got elections to focus on next year too, including sending Abigail to Richmond next year and supporting a new candidate against Mike Webert. 2026 will be here before we know it, so let’s come together, reflect and strategize on how we shape the future!
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Join the Rapp Dems!

by | Oct 17, 2024 | Gun Safety, Issues, Rappahannock County, RCDC business, reproductive rights, Virginia, Volunteering/Activism | 3 comments

The Rapp Dems welcome you! Democrats believe we can and should make life better for families across our nation, through fairness, justice, and equality for all. From workers’ rights to protecting the environment, from equal pay to fighting the special interests, and defending a person’s right to choose what happens to her or his body—we stand up for all Americans and those struggling to get there.

Click HERE to fill out the online application to officially become a member of the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee!

Click HERE to download and print a membership form to email or mail back to us.

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Updates from Voter Protection & the Poll Observer Program

by | Sep 25, 2024 | Democratic Party, Elections, RCDC business | 2 comments


FROM THE DPVA

 

  • We are running an inside and an outside poll observer program for both early vote and election day. As well as absentee ballot observation and post-election canvass observation.
  • Training: We have 10 live combined training options available here: bit.ly/potraining24. The first 20 minutes is the outside observer training and the last 40 minutes is the inside observer training. We will also be rolling out a recorded outside observer training to be viewed anytime.
  • Assignment: We are assigning inside poll observers but not outside observers, if the outside observers are already being assigned by their local committee. There is an option in our required post-training form for outside observers to say “my local committee is assigning me” and we won’t assign the outside observers.
  • Information sharing: We know local committees are doing an outstanding job already with staffing these outside observers and don’t want to step on your toes — but please share your outside observer assignments to Kristin Clarens, Deputy Voter Protection Director: kclarens@2024victory.com.
  • Escalation: If outside observers see a potential issue they are trained to call our voter protection hotline: 1-844-482-8683. Whereas inside observers are trained and equipped to report issues on our voter protection software: LBJ.voting.
  • You can find a flyer with QR code to sign folks up to be Poll Observers here; and you can find a guide on Voter Intimidation here.

If you are interested contact RCDC Chair, Sean Harrigan.

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LAST CALL: Sign up to be a Rapp Delegate

by | May 7, 2024 | Democratic Party, RCDC business, Virginia | 0 comments

There remains one spot open to attend the CD-10 and State conventions on behalf of Rappahannock County. Fill out this form by 11:59 pm ET on Thursday, May 9, to be considered.
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At the District Convention, Delegates will elect six people to represent VA-10 at the National Convention in Chicago and one Elector to cast our Electoral Vote when President Biden and Vice President Harris win in November, and vote on a Resolutions Package. In addition, some of the VA-10 candidates may speak at this event. At the State Convention in Richmond, Delegates will elect 20-30 additional people to represent Virginia at the National Convention, 2 more Electors, and 5 DNC Members, as well as possibly vote on a state-wide Resolutions Package.

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The CD-10 Convention will be held on Saturday, May 11 (doors will open at 11:00 a.m. for credential verification, prior to the start of the convention at 12:00 p.m.) at the Marshall Community Center, 4133-A Rectortown Rd, Marshall, VA 20115. The State Convention will be held Saturday, June 22, at 10:00 a.m., at the Greater Richmond Convention Center, 403 N. Third St. in Richmond.
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Rappahannock County Democratic Committee Reorganization, January 13, 2024. A Call to Caucus.

by | Jan 11, 2024 | Caucuses, Democratic Party, Elections, Rappahannock County, RCDC business, RCDC Special Meetings | 2 comments

2024 is going to be an election year for the record books—and we need all Dems on deck! It’s time to re-commit to the Democratic Party and the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee!

We welcome all Democrats who are registered to vote in Rappahannock County to attend our reorganization meeting at the Little Washington Winery, 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington VA, on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at 1 pm.

Doors open at 12:30 p.m. for member registration, coffee, sandwiches, and conversation. Click the link for the official Call to Caucus.  We invite you to renew your RCDC membership — or join for the first time! Please download the RCDC Membership Form and email it, mail it, or bring it in person along with the suggested annual dues payment of $25. 

Our reorganization meeting will include the election of new officers (Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer) for the 2024-2025 period. Our current Chair, Vice Chair and Treasurer will not be seeking another term. If you are interested in running for an office, please complete the Officer Filing Form and submit it no later than 5:00 p.m. Friday, January 12, 2024. If you have questions, please email Chair@RappDems.org. A short business meeting will follow after the elections.

Any further questions, contact Chair@RappDems.org or call 540/987-8912
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