Nat'l Affairs Comm. Book Review: Ours Was the Shining Future
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The Fairfax County Democratic Committee is excited to announce that our 2024 Blue Fairfax Dinner will be on Sunday, June 2, at the Hilton McLean Tysons Corner. Dress up and join us at FCDC's flagship annual fundraiser, the Blue Fairfax Dinner, featuring a VIP Reception, a Silent Auction, FCDC's Award Ceremony, and, for the first time ever, dancing after dinner with DJ Tony Sanchez. The keynote and other speakers will be announced soon after we firm up our program. For more information and to buy tickets, become an individual or table sponsor, advertise in the dinner program, or donate to the Silent Auction, please visit BlueFairfaxDinner.com. Questions? Email us at [email protected]. 
 

FCDC National Affairs Committee (NAC) Book Review & Recommendation: Ours Was the Shining Future by Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times columnist David Leonhardt. Leonhardt "offers an insightful history of the ever-evolving American economic system and how it has shaped our society from the Great Depression to the present day."

FCDC FEATURED EVENTS
Sat., Apr. 20: 2024 Franconia Democrats’ Opening Day

2024 Franconia Democrats’ Opening Day
Saturday, April 20
1:00 to 4:00 PM
Private residence in Springfield (Address provided upon RSVP)

Opening Day is Franconia Dems' flagship event. This annual fundraiser will allow us to carry out our year-round work and support our tremendous slate of candidates in this Presidential Election year. Come join this family-friendly celebration, and mingle with our elected officials and candidates as well as your Democratic neighbors. Learn more about top issues in the upcoming elections and what's going on with Franconia and Fairfax Dems. Ticket purchasers at any price level are entitled to bring one free guest. 

 

Featuring classic ballpark fare, including halal, vegetarian and gluten-free options. 

 

A silent auction will feature collectible Democratic publications and memorabilia, gift baskets, event tickets, and more!

 

Childcare, games, and activities will be available onsite. Children 12 and under attend free.

 
RSVP Here!
 
 

In Gratitude-Rachel Rifkind and Special Guests
Sunday, April 21
4:00 to 6:00 PM
Home of Cindy & George Waters (Address provided upon RSVP)

Please join the Mason Dems for a celebration of the service of Rachel Rifkind, long-time chair of Mason Dems, and also honoring the Service of Supervisor Penny Gross, Senator Dick Saslaw, and Delegate Kaye Kory with remarks by Congressman Gerry Connolly and our own Senator David Marsden - and other special guests. All proceeds will benefit Mason Dems, in Rachel's name, in our ongoing efforts to elect Democrats in this and the coming years!
 
Light appetizers, wine and soft drinks, and a late afternoon cocktail cruise on beautiful Lake Barcroft will be available
RSVP Here!
 

UPCOMING EVENTS

Friday, April 12 @ 12:00 PM
 🔽  Refraction (Valo Park, McLean)  🔽

DemBiz Presents: Two Chiefs – Elizabeth Falcone & Mike Henry

DemBiz is proud to welcome Elizabeth Falcone, Chief of Staff for Senator Mark Warner, and Mike Henry, Chief of Staff for Senator Tim Kaine.
RSVP Here!

Friday, April 12 @ 12:00 PM
 🔽  Zoom  🔽

Friday Power Lunch – Building For the Win

Now is the time to increase our engagement to save democracy. This week on the Friday Power Lunch we will discuss tools, tactics, and current events to best position our work. 
Register Here!

Sunday, April 14 @ 3:00 PM
 🔽  Address provided upon RSVP  🔽

* Support Abigail Spanberger for Governor

Jill Caiazzo, Rebecca Geller & Brad Cheney, Stephen Cobb, Allyson Kitchel, and Melanie Meren invite you to a fundraising reception in support of Abigail Spanberger for Governor.
RSVP Here!

Saturday, April 20 @ 6:00 PM
 🔽  Tandoori Fairfax  🔽

Sen. Salim’s First Annual Eid Celebration Dinner

Join Senator Saddam Salim on April 20th at 6PM at Tandoori Fairfax for his first annual Eid Celebration Dinner! Muslims all over the world observe the holy month of Ramadan, and by its end, they celebrate a special festival called “Eid.” Senator Salim invites you to join him on this special occasion of Eid celebration. It is an occasion of peace and joy. People gather at mosques for Eid prayers, visit relatives, indulge in delicious festive meals, and contribute to charity. Let’s come together as a community to celebrate love, unity, and the blessings of Eid. 
RSVP Here!

Sunday, April 21 @ 5:30 PM
 🔽  Address provided upon RSVP  🔽

Speaker Don Scott - Keep Our Majority Fundraiser

Join former Congressman Jim Moran and the Fairfax House of Delegates Delegation to celebrate Speaker Don Scott and build the foundation for keeping the House of Delegates in 2025.
RSVP Here!

* FCDC does not endorse during primary campaigns. Any Democratic candidate or candidate's committee may add their Fairfax County events to the FCDC website calendar.
 

Aaron Yohai, Chair
Fairfax County Democratic Committee

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The Fairfax County Democratic Committee (FCDC) is the largest local affiliate of the Democratic Party in Virginia. Accounting for 1 in 5 votes for statewide Democratic candidates, Fairfax County is vital to keeping the Commonwealth blue and moving progressive policies forward. FCDC is at the center of the action, made up of over 1000 community leaders and activists working year-round to educate voters, advocate for issues, and get Democrats up and down the ballot elected. Apply to become a member of FCDC today!