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NHYD Weekly Newsletter: Back to School Edition We can't underscore enough the power of the student vote here in New Hampshire! The student vote has carried candidates up and down the ballot to victory by slim field margins-- (think the size of your freshman class or a gen. ed. lecture hall, etc.) -- and there's no doubt that could happen again in 2020. Every vote counts, and the student vote can single-handedly swing NH. Keep reading for student events and opportunities, and check out our latest blog post on college students voting in New Hampshire!
64 Days to Victory What will you do this week to build bridges & break barriers to elect Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, and Democrats up and down the ticket? |
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Rest in power to the heroic Chadwick Boseman (1976-2020) |
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Thank you for your humble heroism and life's work contributing to and empowering the black community, and inspiring hope across the globe for a more just world. |
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Monday, August 31st |
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Student-to-Student Textbank Mondays! 6:00 - 7:00 PM |
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Motivation Monday: Even if you or a friend don't think politics impacts you directly, politics undoubtedly impacts a person you love. Reflect on what impacts you and the people you love, and sign up to volunteer to elect leaders who will protect your rights and needs.
Student-to-Student Textbanking with OrganizeNH:
Can't make it on Mondays? There are additional textbanking opportunities on Wednesdays and Thursdays, too! |
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Tuesday, September 1st |
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Turn up your phone volume Tuesday & phonebank! 6:00 - 8:00 PM |
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Tomorrow: Student Phonebank with OrganizeNH Upgrade from the textbank warm-up to calling voters and talking with them, live over the phone! There's nothing like a good, organic conversation with a fellow voter; you never know what stories or opinions you'll hear from folks around the state. This is a great opportunity to share with a fellow voter what is motivating you to vote blue this year, and hear their concerns, questions, and experiences they may have to share. Phonebanking helps us connect with our neighbors, and connect with our community. |
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Conversation on Voting w/ NH High School Dems 6:30 -7:30 PM (RSVP) |
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Join the NH High School Dems for an interactive conversation on voting in 2020! We'll be covering everything from the power of your vote and how to request an absentee ballot, to voter suppression and ways to support the USPS!
We'll end with action items you can take to help the Postal Service (#savewithstamps) and make sure your vote is counted! Don't forget to bring a pen, paper, and stamp to write to your representative! |
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Thursday, September 3rd |
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Young Folks for Biden: New Hampshire Virtual Bus Tour w/ Senator Kirsten Gillibrand! 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (RSVP) |
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Join students and other young voters from New Hampshire for a virtual Bus Tour stop in Durham with special guest, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand! Senator Gillibrand will take questions from students about all things current events and national and local politics - ask her anything! Senator Gillibrand is a true champion for women's rights and reproductive health. In the wake of Sununu's veto of HB 685 this year, which restricts women's access to healthcare, consider asking Senator Gillibrand how we can continue to ensure that NH women have the autonomy and choice when it comes to their personal healthcare decisions. Once you sign up, you'll receive the question submission form for the Q+A with the Senator and other special guests. |
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More energized NH Young Dems have stepped up to run for state and county offices in 2020 than ever before! From college freshmen to moms of three, these inspiring young candidates are committed to building a more inclusive, prosperous, and equitable Granite State for all of us- but to make their visions like paid family leave and commuter rail a reality, they need your help!
Sign-up to help us call voters to talk about Young Dem candidates running for office this year, and to remind them to request their absentee ballots and vote blue!
Tri-City Phonebank for YD Candidates: Thursday, 9/3 at 5:30pm
Greater Nashua Phonebank for YD Candidates: Thursday, 9/3 at 6pm
Phonebank for YD Candidates Statewide (anytime) (We'll meet you where you are - virtually!) |
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BLM Action of the Week: BLM Seacoast Rally Saturday 9/5 at 2pm, Exeter |
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"On August 23rd, Jacob Blake was shot seven times in the back by a police officer. Jacob walked away after stopping a fight. His children watched while he was being shot. He is now critical condition and paralyzed.
America has a history of murdering black people. All lives will not matter until Black Lives Matter.
The excessive use of force by the police department needs to be changed and we need to stand up and demand justice for Black Lives!
We ask you to join us at this protest to stand up against injustice. Please share this event page, and stay tune for more details.
Everyone is require to social distance and wear a mask." - BLM Seacoast, Facebook event page (link below)
Find more details & share this event via Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/2731310377139251 |
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Meet your organizer: Gabi Finlayson - Organize NH Youth Vote Director! |
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Gabrielle Finlayson was recently the campus organizer at the University of Iowa for the Buttigieg campaign. In 2019, Gabi worked on the Salt Lake City mayoral race and in 2018, on Ben McAdam's campaign in Utah's 4th Congressional District. She is super excited to be here in NH working primarily with college students and College Dems groups for the election of our lifetime -- the 2020 Presidential election. |
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If you have questions about absentee voting or voter registration, visit the recently-revamped www.voteinnh.org OR contact the Voter Assistance Hotline at 603-GO-N-VOTE (603-466-8683).
The Voter Protection Team will be answering calls Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturday from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
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Since 2016, the New Hampshire Young Democrats have helped close to 200 young Granite Staters run for office and elected nearly 100 young Democrats to state, local, and county offices. In 2020, we have more emerging leaders running for state and county offices than ever before- but we can't elect them without your help!
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