Welcome to our November 2024 Sister District DC Metro Area Newsletter!

With over 70,000 volunteers across the nation, Sister District is one of the largest and most effective progressive grassroots organizations in the country. 

Sister District DC Metro Area Newsletter
November 2024

In this newsletter, we will cover:

  • Election Results
  • Thanks to Our Volunteers!
  • Still Time to Do More
  • Post-Election Thank-You Parties
  • We're Taking a Break!

You Already Know This...

But here is the latest election update:

We know everyone is anxious about Woodson Bradley's race. As you no doubt know by now, unfortunately, Anna Thomas lost her race.

 

The status of Woodson's race has not yet been resolved, but here is what we know right now:

 

  • Woodson is up by 181 votes.
  • There is no automatic recount in NC. A candidate can call for a recount if the difference is 1% or less.
  • The deadline by which a candidate can request a recount is 5 pm on November 18.
  • If a recount is requested, the county board is required to wait at least 48 hours before beginning the recount. 
 

THANK YOU
FOR AN INCREDIBLE YEAR!

We are extremely proud of what Sister District has accomplished this year, and it's all because of your efforts!  In 2024, Sister District raised over $1.4 million in grassroots donations and our chapter blew past its $40K goal! 

 

Our work is urgent and our efforts make a difference!  We can't win every election, but our contributions are meaningful and effective.  Jonathan Alter's November 8 New York Times column lays it out:  Read it here 

 

Here are some of your AMAZING 😮 stats for 2024:

 

Fundraising 

  • Approximately $47,000 raised

  • Breakdown:

    • Candidate Fundraising: $42,347.20

    • State Bridges: $2,273.92

    • HQ Fundraising: $2,279.63

    • HQ Matching Dollars: $12,000

  • Comparison to past years 

    • Total raised in 2023: $40,636.26 (+ 15%)

    • Total raised in 2022: $21,333.00 (+ 120%)

    • Total raised in 2020: $30,923.22 (+ 52%)

 

Direct Voter Outreach

  • Over 2200 postcards sent

  • Phonebanking 

    • Total dials made: 57,979

    • Total undecided voters found: 301

    • Total local volunteers recruited: 43

    • Total vote plans made: 135

    • Comparison to past years:

      • Total dials 2023: 13,725 (+ 322%)

      • Total dials 2022: 8,066 (+ 619%)

      • Total dials 2020: 23,288 (+ 149%)

 

There are still ways you can help with THIS election!

The Pennsylvania Senate race is likely in recount status because of the efforts of volunteers helping voters to cure their ballots after the election. The margins for the House are also very close, and we still need help with uncalled races in California.

Time and resources are welcome! Ballot curing involves helping voters who want to vote cast their votes. It often requires correcting a very small administrative issue. It is also a normal, legal process. We are only calling Democratic voters to help them have their vote counted.

 

If you have any questions about the process or want more information, text Krishni at 202-681-7608. Deadlines vary by state and district, but many deadlines are about a week away.


Take action here: https://volunteer.dccc.org/

 

Don't Miss the Party!

We hope you will join Sister District DC Metro Area, the Woman's National Democratic Club, and Diversity Matters as we celebrate our volunteers! We are extremely proud of what you have accomplished this year, and now it's time to thank you! 

Please join us on Friday, November 22, 2024, 5:30-7:30 pm at the Woman's National Democratic Club in DuPont Circle to recognize our amazing volunteers.  We'll have snacks, drinks, good stories, great company and AWARDS!

Do you know someone who went above and beyond in phonebanking, postcarding, fundraising, canvassing, or made other significant contributions?  LET US KNOW! We want to recognize them!  🏆🏅

Send your nominations to Karen at [email protected] no later than Tuesday, November 19.

 

Don't miss the 2024 Sister District Volunteer Appreciation Party December 12, 8 pm ET!

Count me in!

 

And We Are Outta Here!

Time for Our End-of-Year Break

Sister District DC Metro Area's newsletter and general meetings will take a break for the months of December and January.

 

Please look for our next meetings and communications in 2025.  And Happy New Year to all!

 
 

Your Sister District DC Metro Area Leaders

Sarah, Karen, Jennie, Alan, Jim, Mary, Jeff, Sheri, Allison, and Lynn

 

Paid for by Sister District Project. Authorized by Friends of Anna Thomas (HD 137).