Chair's Corner

Happy Monday, Fairfax Dems!

 

We’re heading into an important stretch for Fairfax Democrats. On February 24, members will gather for a special meeting to support the redistricting resolution overwhelmingly passed by Steering — part of our broader work alongside the Vote YES campaign as we prepare voters for the upcoming referendum.

We’re also celebrating the communities that make this work possible. This past week, Fairfax Dems joined our Asian American neighbors to celebrate Lunar New Year (see photos below), and we’ll honor Black History Month at an event sponsored by the FCDC Black Caucus this Saturday, February 21.

There’s much more happening across the county — opportunities to connect, organize, and build momentum together. Take a look below and find your place in the work ahead.

 

Onward — together.

Debbie Linick

Chair, Fairfax County Democratic Committee

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The Chair's Corner continues each 1st Friday and 3rd Sunday from 4 to 5pm. Join us next on Sunday, February 15th. Check the FCDC calendar for the Zoom registration page.

"Vote YES" Virginians for Fair Elections Campaigns

“It’s a question of whether people want to move forward that’s responsive to the redistricting that we’ve seen in other states. Certainly the General Assembly was clear with the amendment process they put forward, and now it’s up to voters.” Governor Abigail Spanberger

 

“We have a president that’s run amok. So we have no choice but to respond and try to do everything in our power to level the playing field.” Virginia House Speaker Don Scott 

Watch New Ad from Virginians for Fair Elections: “It’s Happening” — GOP Politicians Redrawing Maps to Rig the Midterm Elections

Redistricting in the News

• Supreme Court of Virginia greenlights redistricting referendum (Virginia Mercury, Feb. 13)
• 2026 Congressional Redistricting - Includes a "See how the proposed maps would impact you" address look-up app.
   (VPAP, Undated) 

Get involved with Virginians for Fair Elections, the campaign to level the playing field — vote yes for fair elections

Below is a carousel of the five proposed congressional maps that are part of Fairfax County. Visit projects.statenavigate.com/25-26/states/va/new_house_map.html to drill down to the precincts affected.

Virginia Leaders In The News

Honoring Black History: AG Jay Jones honored to serve as Virginia’s first Black Attorney General.

Attorney General Jay Jones joins multistate lawsuit challenging Trump’s changes to loan forgiveness rules. 
Attorney General Jay Jones is fighting back against cuts to the public service loan forgiveness program by joining a multistate lawsuit on Thursday. (WRIC, Feb. 12)

How DOGE and Trump Damaged Federal Workers, Public Services, and How We Fix It with Rep. Beyer, Vindman, Subramanyam, and Walkinshaw

Rep. Don Beyer: House Votes To End Trump’s Tariffs On Canada. Congressman Don Beyer, who serves on the House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Trade, today hailed the passage of a House measure to end President Trump’s tariffs on Canada, America’s neighbor and close ally to the north, which has been significantly alienated over the past year by Trump’s tariffs, tantrums, bullying and threats. (Press release, Feb. 11)

Elections Alert - check your voter registration at the Citizen Portal

We have two upcoming special elections in Fairfax County: 

• Tuesday, March 3: Braddock District School Board Member Special Election: Support Tom Dannan, our Democratic endorsee. Early voting continues through Saturday, February 28. The Burke Centre Library early voting location opens Saturday, February 21.
• Tuesday, April 21: Special Election for the Redistricting Constitutional Amendment. Early voting will start Friday, March 6th. Details to follow.

FCDC Members Active This Week

The Lunar New Year Celebration at Luther Jackson Middle School brought together hundreds of neighbors.  Fairfax Dems were on hand and joined by Network Nova to welcome them.  With elected officials joining us, we greeted visitors, gathered ballot-access signatures, and talked with voters about the upcoming redistricting referendum.

The Week Ahead

FCDC's newsletter arrives in your inbox every Monday morning—check for your next edition on February 23rd. 

• Monday: Election Law & Voter Protection 
• Tuesday: Mount Vernon District Monthly Meeting - In-Person; Mason District Monthly Meeting; Providence District Bi-Monthly Meeting 
• Wednesday: Braddock District Monthly Meeting 
• Thursday: National Affairs Committee Reorganization Meeting; Dranesville District Monthly Meeting 
• Saturday: Youth Caucus Reorganization Meeting 

These meetings are hosted on Zoom, unless otherwise noted. Visit www.fairfaxdemocrats.org/calendar for details.

 

Other upcoming FCDC events on the calendar include: 

• Saturday: Using VAN for Volunteer Management; Diversity and Outreach Saturday Strategy; Black History Month Reception hosted by the FCDC Black Caucus 
• Ongoing through February 28: Show Sully (Dems) Some Love fundraising drive.

Braddock Soupfest 

Braddock Democrats 2026 Soupfest

Saturday, February 28 | 4 PM to 7 PM

Address provided upon RSVP​

Join Braddock Dems for their annual Soupfest Fundraiser. They will have soups, stews, chili and lots of desserts. Elected officials have been invited.

2026 Democracy Savings Time

2026 Democracy Savings Time

Sunday, March 8 | 5 PM to 7 PM

Bunnyman Brewing (Chantilly)​

Join FCDC for a fun Democracy Savings Time event planned for you! Grab a drink, some food, and sing along to protest songs brought to you by So Much & So Little Band! Mingle with others all while helping us move us forward, one step at a time.

Mount Vernon Democrats 18th Annual Mardi Gras Celebration!

Mount Vernon Democrats 18th Annual Mardi Gras

Saturday, March 21 | 6:30 to 9:30 PM 

Meeting House of Mount Vernon Unitarian Church (Chantilly)​

Join the Mount Vernon Democrats for music, dancing, food and fun! Straw Poll, Candidate Speeches, Mardi Gras Music, Cajun & Creole Food, and Lots of Friendly Democrats! 

Debbie Linick, Chair

[email protected]

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