76 days until election day!

Fellow Young Democrat,

Every month in 2020 has seemed longer than the last and August was no different. Joe Biden announced Kamala Harris as his Vice Presidential running mate, we have seen unprecedented attacks on the postal service coming from the Oval Office, and the Indiana Attorney General challenged the mask mandate of Governor Holcomb. Young Democrats all across the state are hosting meet-n-greet events, phonebanks, and digital discussions to go out and elect Hoosier Democrats and build a better future.

We have just 76 days until the election of our lifetimes and just last night we nominated the Democratic nominee for President of the United States. Indiana cast 1 vote for Bernie Sanders of Vermont and 81 votes for the next President of these United States, Joe Biden! Last night making the announcement from South Bend were Mayor Pete Buttigieg, flanked by Indiana Democratic Party Vice Chair Cordelia Lewis Burks, Indiana Democratic Party Chair John Zody, and Indiana Young Democrats President and former Pete For America Indiana Chair Arielle Brandy.
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In honor of John Lewis' legacy, we are again calling on our elected leaders in Washington D.C., those that worked side-by-side with Congressman John Lewis, to enact HR4 as the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. If you have five minutes this week, make sure to call your representatives and ask them to enact HR4. While you're there, remind them to fully fund the Postal Service.

The bill is currently in the Senate. You can locate your Senator's contact information at:
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The phone number for Mike Braun's office is: (202) 224-4814
The phone number for Todd Young's office is: (202) 224-5623
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Are you a Young Democrat running for office in Indiana? Let us know what you're running for and we will follow up about the endorsement process!

Redistricting is next year, so if we want to end Republican gerrymandering, we must elect just ONE MORE State Representative candidate to break the Republican's Supermajority. A Supermajority for Republicans mean they can convene meetings of the Legislature WITHOUT DEMOCRATS PRESENT. Republicans can draw districts and choose their voters without a single word on the matter coming from Democrats. That's wrong, and Young Democrats around the state are stepping up and leading the way in some of the most competitive races across Indiana.
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Not running? There's 76 days left until election day. Can you chip in to support young Democrats across the state?
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** UPCOMING EVENTS
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There are a TON of events coming up in the next few weeks where Young Democrats in Indiana can engage with campaigns, learn about local offices, and volunteer to elect great Democrats around the state. Check out the full list and see what iis happening online or in your neighborhood!
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Join the Marion County Young Democrats (MCYD), Thursday, August 20th for a socially distanced watch party as Vice President Joe Biden accepts his nomination. For the health and safety of all, masks will be required and hand sanitizing stations will be available. Anyone not wearing a mask or respecting social distancing guidelines will be asked to leave. MCYD will also announce its lineup of endorsements for 2020.
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You're invited to a virtual fireside chat featuring young Hoosier Democrats leading the way!

Join Pete for America Campaign Manager Mike Schmuhl; Evansville City Council President Alex Burton; and candidate for State Senate District 36 Ashley Eason as they discuss their journeys, where they see the Party heading, and how young Hoosier Democrats can continue to lead in our state.

Grab your virtual ticket today and reserve your spot at the early bird rate ([link removed]) . Tickets are just $15, and audience members will be able to join the discussion and ask questions!
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This month the Biden Victory Fund has a few events with options specifically for Young Professionals!

First is Virtual Conversation with Climate Leaders on an Equitable Energy Future! Rep. Kathy Castor and Lisa Jackson will join Rose McKinney-James for the virtual event. Rep. Kathy Castor is the Chair of the House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis, Lisa Jackson is a former EPA Administrator and Rose McKinney-James is a once-in-a-generation leader at the intersection between small businesses and climate change who has received recognition in more capacities than we have space to list!
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Next we have a Virtual Conversation on the Value of Women Voters and Leaders! Congresswomen Abby Finkenauer, Lucy McBath, and Debbie Mucarsel-Powell will talk about the importance of women in leadership as we work to elect the first female Vice President in American history. The conversation will be moderated by Debra Messing and Erin McCormack!
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Andy Ruff (IN-09) was a progressive Bloomington City Councilmember for twenty years--let's give back to a candidate who has done so much for our community, and in doing so bring progressive values to Congress!

Join the Indiana Young Dems-9th District, Monroe County Young Dems, IU College Dems, BHSN Dems, and BHSS Dems for a day of action for the 9th Democratic Congressional candidate Andy Ruff!

Usually, a day of action would mean getting together and going canvassing: while that isn't possible with COVID this year,
we can still help our candidates! This day of action will include three easy ways to help from your own house:
* Phone bank
* Text Bank
* Donate

Here's how it works:
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2. Andy's campaign will give you the info you need to do phone banking or text banking
3. Training on both phone banking and text banking will be available
4. If you want to or can contribute, you can do so ([link removed]) here! ([link removed]) Suggested donations are $36! Why $36? That's the young age Andy was when he first took elected office! "Stop by" the Zoom anytime between 5-8 pm Eastern on September 1st to pitch in and do your part to get Andy elected to Congress!

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Pablo Hurtado (HD85) will be having a town hall alongside Chip Coldiron (IN-03), on Saturday, August 22 at 2 pm Eastern. The town hall will be held over Zoom and is free to attend! Make sure to register at the link below, Zoom information will be sent to everyone who registers for the event in advance!
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Kyle Miller (HD81) will be having a Virtual Fundraiser on August 27 at 7:30 pm Eastern. Make sure to register at the link below, Zoom information will be sent to everyone who registers for the event in advance!
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Join Candidate for Governor, Dr. Woody Myers, and Founder of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, Shannon Watts, as they sit down to discuss gun violence in Indiana.
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Join candidate for Indiana State Senate Ashley Eason (SD36) this Thursday for a #WomenINPolitics event spotlighting Arielle Brandy, President of Indiana Young Democrats ([link removed]) !

Arielle is a proud Afro-Latina voting rights advocate and community organizer. She is passionate about empowering Hoosier women and youth through leadership and mentoring. She has become her community’s go-to on policies impacting the Black & Brown communities, voting rights, voter registration, and voter education. She is also the co-founder of
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Since 2011, Arielle has been an Executive Board Member for Indiana Young Democrats. She was most recently elected as President of IYD. Previously, she served as IYD's National Committeewoman, working to elect Young Democrats and candidates that represent IYD values elected into office, while also getting young people engaged in the political process.
In 2019, Arielle was appointed to serve on the Young Democrats of America National Convention planning committee, overseeing the convention’s training, speakers and panel discussions that brought over 1,000 Young Democrats, Presidential candidates and national trainers from all over the country to Indianapolis, IN.

You won't want to miss this!
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Next month join Hamilton County Young Democrats as they help keep our community and our environment clean! A little bit of community service goes a long way. The Community Clean-Up will take place around the Ruoff Music Center on an adopted street. Parking will be south of 146th and west of Olio in a small business parking lot. Let's keep Hamilton County clean!
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Meet Matt Soliday, candidate for Judge in Porter County, with local musical legends Chad Clifford and Michael Moore of Digital Hair at the Rotary Shelter in Forest Park. The Cookout will take place on Saturday, August 30th from 1 to 4 pm. The event is both family and pet friendly! All are welcome. Plenty of open space and there is a playground. Donations of any amount welcome but the event is free to attend! Matt looks forward to seeing you on Sunday, August 30th at Forest Park!
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Democratically yours,
Indiana Young Democrats
www.indianayoungdem.org

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