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SEPT. 9 & NOV. 4 ELECTIONS
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Ghazala Hashmi speaks out [[link removed]]: Hashmi has extensive experience in education, working with students, teachers and parents. Her Republican opponent, John Reid, is a longtime conservative radio talk show host who has declared that Virginia’s public schools are “a disaster.” For Democrats, the No. 1 priority in our budget is education, so that every child has the opportunity to develop their own passions—whether it’s in STEM fields or the performing arts. This November it is more important than ever to elect candidates who will protect public school funding—especially with Trump’s plan [[link removed]] to close the US Department of Education. Source: Dogwood [[link removed]]
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FCDC BREAKOUT EVENTS:
** Sully Dems International Shindig [[link removed]] - Sun., Sept. 7 @ 2 PM; Centreville address provided upon RSVP. Bring your good cheer and share it with everyone by donating food and/or beverages! Barbecue will be provided by the Sully Dems and we will need you to help complete the menu. Event organizers need volunteers to bring a dish, [[link removed]] as well as bar and service volunteers. [[link removed]]
** FCDC Defend Democracy BBQ [[link removed]] - Sun., Sept. 7 @ 3 PM; Burke Lake Park, Shelter A [[link removed]] . Bring the kids to enjoy BBQ and friendly Democratic company as we prepare for the November Elections! Tickets are only $25; kids under 12 are FREE! James Walkinshaw will join us in the final days before the historic special election for the 11th Congressional District. Fairfax Commonwealth Attorney Steve Descano is our grillmaster-in-chief.
** Jammin' For Justice: Dranesville Dems Fall Fundraiser [[link removed]] - Sat., Sept. 13 @ 5 PM; "Jazz Shack" - Arlington address provided upon RSVP. The Dranesville District Democratic Committee, in collaboration with the Arlington County Democratic Committee, presents JAMMIN’ FOR JUSTICE, Dranesville Dems' Annual Fundraiser to Get Out the Vote and Keep Fairfax Blue. The “Jazz Shack” is a local basement music venue in Arlington. Music by The Shacksters (Jazz Shack House Band),​ Nobody's Business [[link removed]], and Veronneau [[link removed]] . Event organizers need help with set-up, clean-up, and other tasks: Volunteer Sign-up [[link removed]].
** 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.
September 9 Special Election (11th Congressional District)
Voting In-Progress at two Early Voting Centers [[link removed]]! Voting at nine additional satellite locations within the 11th Congressional District starts Friday, August 29. All locations are closed for Labor Day.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Editor's Note: Canvasses, fundraisers, meet & greets, etc., associated with the probable Braddock District Supervisor nomination contest are organized in the FCDC calendar under this tag: #BraddockFirehousePrimary [[link removed]]. FCDC does not endorse during primary campaigns or nomination contests. Any Democratic candidate or candidate’s committee may add their Fairfax County events to the FCDC website calendar [[link removed]].
** Friday Power Lunch: Turn Fury into Fuel Revving Up for Virginia Elections
Friday, August 22 @ 12:00 PM
Zoom
This week’s Friday Power Lunch channels outrage into action. With women’s rights, healthcare, and democracy under attack through the Comstock Act, the SAVE Act, and even threats to repeal the 19th Amendment, fury alone won’t save Virginia—winning will.
As Women’s Equality Day (Aug 26) approaches, the program highlights how women have always powered movements forward. Guests will share how to plug in—from postcards to campus organizing, canvassing to coalition-building—so together, Virginians can deliver the blow to MAGA in November 2025.
Register Here! [[link removed]]
** James Walkinshaw Meet-and-Greet & Bubble Tea Social
Sunday, August 24 @ 3:00 PM
Gong Cha, Springfield [[link removed]]
Join supporters for a casual afternoon of bubble tea and community connection 🧋 Meet fellow Taiwanese Americans in the DMV area and hear from James Walkinshaw , candidate for Virginia’s 11th Congressional District in the Sept 9 special election.
Register 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]]
** Roadmap to 2025: A Fireside Chat with DNC Vice Chair Shasti Conrad
Thursday, August 28 @ 6:00 PM
Fairfax County Government Center, Conference Rooms 2 & 3 [[link removed]]
Join a Fireside Chat with DNC Vice Chair Shasti Conrad and AAPI Leaders in Virginia
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]]
** Flip 22 Blue! A Fundraiser for Elizabeth Guzman for Delegate
Sunday, August 31 @ 3:30 PM
Lake Barcroft address provided upon RSVP
Join Congressman Don Beyer, Delegate Marcus Simon, and the Network NOVA crew for a special summer fundraiser in support of Elizabeth Guzman for Delegate.
RSVP Here! [[link removed]]
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