John, As you’re reading this, I’m just now unpacking my bags from Roanaoke (don’t judge me). Arlington showed UP for convention, speaking up at discussions, getting elected, and rocking the karaoke mic - you made me proud to be AYD (check below for more).
But we can’t rest yet! The School Board Forum debate is TONIGHT at the Arlington Mill Community Center - We’re teaming up with the ArlDems to let you see where the candidates for our school board endorsement stand on the issues that matter most to you!
And there’s more! (Does it feel like election season yet?) - this Saturday, the 20th is Blue Victory Dinner (And the AYD-hosted BV After Dark). Dust off your dancing shoes and help guide us to victory in November - Democracy is On the Ballot, so I hope to see you there!
Hopefully Thursday is for napping. ~Samantha
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AYD at Roanoke - Thank you!
Over the weekend, AYD was at the Hotel Roanoke for this year’s VAYD convention, and we couldn’t have done it without your help! It was great to see Arlington represented in caucus leadership, resolution discussion, winning elections and awards, and bringing the house down at karaoke afterparties! The VA YD’s did great work and have a rockstar leadership team lined up to bring home the wins in 2024. And a special shout out to Sam Jane, who not only was elected to the executive board as our National Committee Representative, but they took home the Young Democrat of the Year award for their tireless work in 2023. You’re making a difference, and you’re making us proud!
One final thank you to all the sponsors that made this trip possible, and everyone who pitched in: Trailblazer Larry Fishtahler
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Paul Holland Advocate Julie Farnam (Candidate for Arlington County Board) Susan Tatum Anne Deleon
Mary Detweiler Sherry Liebes Steve Baker Friend
Matt de Ferranti, Arlington County Board Member At-Large Laura Saul Edwards Elizabeth Tober Lyon Sarah Flourance
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AYD/Arlington Democrats School Board Endorsement Votes (RSVP) The candidates for Arlington School Board will be participating in a debate moderated by Arlington Young Dems and the Arlington County Democratic Committee. This is a great chance to hear where each candidate stands on the issues facing our students and our community before we head to the endorsement vote polls next month! Date: Tuesday, April 16th, 2024 Time: 7:00 - 8:30 PM Location: Arlington Mill Community Center
909 S Dinwiddie St |
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Blue Victory Dinner (and Blue Victory Dinner After Dark) (Tickets, Facebook)
The Blue Victory Dinner is the biggest event of the year for Arlington Democrats! Our 2024 theme -- "Democracy is on the Ballot" -- emphasizes the critical importance of this year's presidential election in ensuring the integrity of our political system now and for years to come. Join us to hear from inspiring Democratic leaders, connect with old friends, and make new ones. We will also honor our Volunteers of the Year and renew our commitment to making Arlington and Virginia a more just and prosperous place for all. Your support of the Blue Victory Dinner will help ensure we have the financial resources to lead Democrats to victory in November and take back the Virginia House of Delegates.
Then, Join the Arlington Young Democrats after the Arlington Dems' Blue Victory Dinner for our annual Blue Victory After Dark celebration on April 20th from 9pm-11pm at the Hilton Arlington in Ballston!
Dress to the nines, have fun in our photo booth, hang out with fellow Dems, and get two free drinks per BVAD ticket! Buy your tickets TODAY.
Speaker Announcement: The BVD committee is excited to announce that Simon Rosenberg, the founder of the Hopium, will join us for an energizing speech on grassroots politics and the future of the Democratic party.
More speakers to come! Date: Tuesday, April 20th, 2024 Time: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM (Blue Victory Dinner), 9:00 PM - 12:00 AM (After Dark)
Location: Hilton Arlington 950 N Stafford St |
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Arlington Democrats School Board Endorsement Vote This year, there will be two open seats for the Arlington County School Board.
The Arlington Democrats will hold a vote of Democratic community members to endorse two candidates for the November General Election ballot. This endorsement vote process is in lieu of a primary because School Board candidates are not listed by Party on the ballot in Arlington.
There are four candidates campaigning for the party’s endorsement this year. Arlington Democrats will tally the winners of the endorsement vote by Ranked Choice Voting.
More information about the School Board Endorsement Vote, and how to participate, can be found at www.arlingtondemocrats.org/sbev2024. |
It's time to select our Delegates!
Now that the 2024 Democratic Primaries are over for Virginia, it is time to select delegates to represent Democrats at various conventions. Calls have been set out for those who wish to be a delegate at the district, state, and national levels.
Per the 2024 DPVA Delegate Selection Plan, Arlington can send up to 69 delegates to the 8th Congressional District Convention, with 8 going to the DNC in Chicago from the 8th District.
Additional at-large level delegates will be selected at the DPVA Convention, located in Richmond, in June.
More information about the delegate selection process can be found at: vademocrats.org/delegateselection .
If you have any additional questions, please email Duncan Barron, Democratic Party Representative, at [email protected]. |
It's never too early to get started for November! Arlington Democrats Beyond Arlington initiative is in full swing with their first stop making calls for key races for our neighbors to the south in North Carolina, if you’d like to get involved in phone banking opportunities, please visit their opportunities page here . |
Postcards to the Future - Arlington 2050 (Form)
Imagine you live, work, and/or play in Arlington in the year 2050—and you love it! What makes it great? What's new? What's the same? What does the ideal Arlington look like to you?
Arlington County wants to hear from you! Please submit your comments via this form or by emailing the county board at [email protected].
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