TONIGHT! AI in Political Messaging - Franconia Dems | Fairfax County Democratic Committee | Your Democratic Party in Fairfax County
SEPT. 9 & NOV. 4 ELECTIONS
* Candidates' Social Media Accts. [[link removed]]
* Candidates' Values & Issues [[link removed]]
September 9 Special Election (11th Congressional District)
Voting In-Progress at two Early Voting Centers [[link removed]]!
James Walkinshaw: Repeal the "big beautiful" bill that is going to explode the deficit $4,000,000,000,000.00. [[link removed]]
FCDC BREAKOUT EVENTS:
* TONIGHT! SPECIAL PROGRAMMING: Franconia District Committee Monthly Meeting [[link removed]] - Thurs., Aug. 7 @ 7 PM; Zoom. Franconia Dems will host two AI experts to discuss the growth of AI in political messaging and its challenges and potential. Join the 15-minute informal Pre-Chat at 6:45 PM and stay for the After-Hours Schmooze from 8:45 to 9:00 PM.
* SAVE THE DATE: Sully Dems Summer Shindig - Sun., Sept. 7 @ 2 PM
* SAVE THE DATE: FCDC Defend Democracy BBQ - Sun., Sept. 7 @ 3 PM
* SAVE THE DATE: Dranesville Dems Fall Fundraiser - Sat., Sept. 13 @ 5 PM
* Mount Vernon District Dems 48th Annual Ice Cream Social [[link removed]] - Sun., Sept. 14 @ 2 PM; Laurel Hill Park Central Green, 8780 Lorton Rd, Lorton [[link removed]] . Join Mount Vernon District Democrats for our yearly celebration with speakers, ice cream, soft drinks, and other food. The park has a paved and covered picnic area, adjacent playground and restrooms. Tickets are free, but sponsor if you can.
UPCOMING EVENTS
** Friday Power Lunch: GRASSROOTS DELIVER: BOLD IDEAS, SMART STRATEGIES & TARGETED ACTIONS
Friday, August 8 @ 12:00 PM
Zoom
On Friday, we will continue featuring the Virginia 2025 PowerPacks with the candidates from the Central Virginia PowerPack:
* HD-52 - Risë Marie Hayes - www.risehayesdelegate.com/ [[link removed]]
* HD-56 - Angela Chainer - www.angelachainer.com/ [[link removed]]
* HD-57 - May Nivar - www.maynivar.com/ [[link removed]]
* HD-72 - Randolph Critzer - randolphcritzer.com/ [[link removed]]
* Andrea Miller, President of the National Women’s Political Caucus-VA and founding member of the Center for Common Ground will discuss what's up her sleeve for our candidates and demonstrate the tools for all of us to win.
Register Here! [[link removed]]
** Net Zero House Fundraiser in Vienna for our Democratic Nominee for Lieutenant Governor, Sen. Ghazala Hashmi
Sunday, August 10 @ 6:00 PM
Vienna address provided upon RSVP
Join Sen. Ghazala Hashmi , Democratic nominee for Lieutenant Governor, for an evening in a net zero home to discuss sustainability, climate action, and the 2025 election.
RSVP Here! [[link removed]]
** Falcon for Fairfax Dog Days of Summer BBQ
Saturday, August 16 @ 12:00 PM
Mason District Park, Shelter B [[link removed]]
Join Chris Falcon, Clerk of the Fairfax Circuit Court , for a family-friendly afternoon of good food, fun, games and fellowship at Mason District Park! Kids are free. Dogs are welcome but must be kept on leash (unless you are in the dog park). Special guest lineup coming soon!
RSVP Here! [[link removed]]
** DemBiz Welcomes: Fairfax Supervisor James Walkinshaw, Candidate, 11th Congressional District
Thursday, August 21 @ 11:00 AM
Valo Park, McLean [[link removed]]
DemBiz is proud to welcome Fairfax Supervisor Jame Walkinshaw to Refraction (8th floor of Valo Park). Please join members and guests for an engaging meet and greet.
RSVP Here! [[link removed]]
** Dulles Area Democrats (DAD) Monthly Breakfast – Supervisor James Walkinshaw, 11th Congressional District Democratic Nominee
Monday, August 25 @ 7:30 AM
Jimmy's Old Town Tavern, Herndon [[link removed]]
Join DAD in welcoming James Walkinshaw in the final days of the special election campaign to replace the late Rep. Gerry Connolly .
Submit breakfast questions to: [email protected] [[email protected]] .
* 7:30 AM: network
* 8:00 AM: breakfast and speaker
RSVP Here! [[link removed]]
** Spanberger Grassroots Coalition Suburban Social, with Special Guest CD11 Nominee James Walkinshaw!
Wednesday, August 27 @ 5:30 PM
Settle Down Easy Brewing in Falls Church [[link removed]]
Are you new to political volunteering and want to get to know others who are helping to elect Abigail Spanberger as our next governor in Virginia? Are you someone who always volunteers and loves seeing new energy on the political scene? Then we have the midsummer suburban social for you! Please join our CD11 nominee, James Walkinshaw, as our special guest. This free event will also feature other elected officials, including Senator Saddam Salim, Delegate Marcus Simon, and Clerk of the Fairfax Circuit Court Chris Falcon!
DISCLAIMER: The Spanberger for Governor Grassroots Coalition (SGGC) is independent from the official Abigail Spanberger for Governor campaign. Abigail will not be attending this SGGC Abigail-themed social event.
NOTE: Attendees are responsible for paying for their own food and beverages.
Register Here! [[link removed]]
** Abigail Spanberger for Governor Fundraiser
Sunday, August 31 @ 1:00 PM
Clifton address provided upon RSVP
Delegate Dan Helmer | Stair Calhoun | Jerry & Sandi Croan | Mitch Dupler | Kevin Green | Jon & Gaby Greenwald | Hon. David Ramadan, Ed.D. | Senator Saddam Azlan Salim | Craig Staresinich & Nita Amar invite you to a fundraising reception in support of Abigail Spanberger for Governor .
RSVP Here! [[link removed]]
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