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** Chair's Corner
Summer has officially kicked off; the kids are out of school and active across the county, including serving as interns at the Fairfax Headquarters. Please stop by to say hi!
The field operations team to re-elect Senator Warner and a Democratic Congressional slate is up and running - stay tuned for details about ways to get involved across our Magisterial Districts and "Beyond Fairfax" - in targeted Virginia Congressional races.
And please mark your calendar for the new date of the July Membership meeting, Thursday, July 23. We'll have important votes to support the three freedom amendments: enshrining marriage rights, abortion rights, and the restoration of voting rights. We'll also consider an endorsement request from Democratic candidates in the Town of Herndon. Fairfax Dems are energized and ready to turn out the vote!
Onward — always together.
Debbie Linick
Chair, Fairfax County Democratic Committee
** Juneteenth with the FCDC Black Caucus at Gum Springs
Juneteenth reminds us that freedom delayed has never stopped our pursuit of freedom. As we celebrate the day enslaved Black Americans in Galveston, Texas, finally learned they were free, we also recognize that the struggle for equality and opportunity continues. Our ancestors passed down resilience, community, and joy. We honor their legacy by protecting all three. Today, we celebrate our history, our culture, and our enduring hope for a more just future.
Happy Juneteenth. ❤️🖤💚✊🏾 - FCDC Black Caucus Facebook post [[link removed]]
** Be a Dem GEM! Give Every Month (or annually) to Support FCDC
Become an FCDC Dem GEM and – in addition to knowing you’ll be empowering FCDC to plan ahead, dream bigger, and depend on your support all year long – you will be invited to the exclusive Dem GEMs Sustainer Brunch. You will also receive a Dem GEMs commemorative pin and a ribbon displaying your commitment to the Democratic Party on your nametag at the annual Blue Fairfax Dinner.
Join (or rejoin) now to receive an invitation to this year’s Dem GEMs Sustainer Brunch, scheduled for Sunday, July 19!
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** Pull Up a Chair, Your Voice Belongs Here: Community Conversation with Democratic Candidates in Virginia's 8th District
* Register Today! [[link removed]]
For more information about the voting opportunities for the August 4th 8th Congressional District Democratic Primary, visit fairfaxvotes.org [[link removed]] . Early voting is in progress at three Fairfax County Voting Centers.
FCDC does not endorse during primary campaigns.
Pull Up a Chair, Your Voice Belongs Here: Community Conversation with Democratic Candidates in Virginia's 8th District [[link removed]]
Sun., June 28th @ 3 PM
Franconia Governmental Center [[link removed]] (new facility co-located with the Kingstowne Regional Library at 7130 Silver Lake Blvd, Alexandria [[link removed]] )
Register for a listening session with [NEED LINK TO FCDC CANDIDATE PAGE] candidates seeking the Democratic nomination for Virginia's 8th Congressional District, sponsored by the FCDC Diversity and Outreach Team.
* Rep. Don Beyer
* Lorena Thorne Bruner
* Mike Duffin
* Adam Dunigan
* Mo Seifeldein
Check out our 8th Congressional District Democratic Primary Candidates [[link removed]] page.
** War Powers Controversies in the Trump Era Policy Brief hosted by the FCDC National Affairs Committee
Tues., June 30th @ 7 PM
Zoom
Register Today! [[link removed]]
The topics to be covered include:
* The Constitution's balance of war powers;
* The War Powers Resolution — why it was enacted, what it does, how it has been implemented, and how executive branch lawyers have degraded its constraining power;
* The present moment (i.e., the Iran War and hostilities across Latin America) and the War Powers Resolution; and,
* The war powers reform agenda.
** Virginia Women’s Caucus 20th Anniversary Annual Breakfast
Buy Ticket(s) Today! [[link removed]]
Virginia Women’s Caucus 20th Anniversary Annual Breakfast [[link removed]]
Sat., June 27th @ 8 AM
Richmond Marriott [[link removed]]
For two decades, the Virginia Women’s Caucus has been a force for leadership, progress, and collective strength. This 20‑year milestone honors a legacy built by women who stood shoulder to shoulder, raised their voices, and moved Virginia forward—often against the odds.
** Blue Commonwealth Gala 2026 – Democratic Party of Virginia
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Blue Commonwealth Gala 2026 – Democratic Party of Virginia [[link removed]]
Sat., June 27th @ 6 PM
Richmond Marriott [[link removed]]
The 2026 Blue Commonwealth Gala is Virginia’s premier gathering of elected officials, candidates, community activists, and Democratic Party leaders.
** Virginia Young Democrats After Dark
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VAYD After Dark (Virginia Young Democrats) [[link removed]]
Sat., June 27th @ 9 PM
Big Bamboo Kitchen & Bar [[link removed]]
Keep the party going after the Democratic Party of Virginia’s 2026 Blue Commonwealth Gala!
The Virginia Young Democrats invite you to dance off your dinner with us at After Dark with special guests and exciting sponsorship opportunities!
** The Week Ahead
FCDC's newsletter arrives in your inbox every Monday morning—check for your next edition on June 29th.
* Monday: Precinct Operations Committee Meeting [[link removed]] ; Environmental Committee Meeting [[link removed]]
* Thursday: Latino Caucus Meeting [[link removed]]
These meetings are hosted on Zoom, unless otherwise noted. Visit www.fairfaxdemocrats.org/calendar [[link removed]] for details.

Debbie Linick, Chair

Fairfax County Democratic Committee
8500 Executive Park Ave
Fairfax, VA 22031
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