Hey John -
Last Tuesday did not pan out the way we wanted it to at the state level. There are many lessons to take away from this election and hopefully this will serve as a wake up call to help prepare us for midterms next year. However, it is important to acknowledge the hard work that went on this election season. AYDs collectively made about 3,800 voter contacts, Arlington successfully re-elected Takis Karantonis to the County Board, Mary Kadera was elected to School Board, Elizabeth Bennett-Parker was newly elected to the Virginia House of Delegates, and Alfonso Lopez, Rip Sullivan, and Patrick Hope all kept their seats in the Virginia House of Delegates.
There is still more work to be done, but for now it is important to take time to rest, re-energize, and reorganize.
Speaking of reorganizing, it is time once again for AYD Executive Board Elections! Come out tonight at 7pm to Highline RxR over in Crystal City to learn more about who’s running for an elected position or even about running yourself! The actual election will take place on Wednesday, November 17th at 7pm at the Gables Pointe 14 apartment building over in Courthouse. Remember that you must be a dues paying member in order to run for a position and to vote in the election. You can pay your dues here.
If you have any questions about dues, please email AYD Membership Director Annie Styles at [email protected].
Check out upcoming events below:
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Upcoming Events
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AYD Pre-Election Happy Hour | November 9th, 7pm
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AYD Executive Board Elections | November 17th, 7pm
- AYD Wreath Laying at Arlington Cemetery | December 18th, 8:45am
- AYD Holiday Brunch | December 18th, 1pm
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Want to know more about who's running in our re-org? Thinking about running for a position yourself? Want to just come and hang out with your fellow YDs?
Then come out to the Highline RxR in Crystal City on Tuesday, November 9th at 7pm to mix and mingle with your fellow AYDs and candidates alike!
If you have any questions, please reach out to Matt Royer at [email protected].
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Join us Wednesday, November 17th at 7pm for the AYD Executive Board Elections!
All candidate statements must be submitted by 11:59 PM on November 16th and applicants must be verified as dues-paying members.
You can submit your application here.
Also, to vote in the upcoming elections, you must be a dues paying member of Arlington Young Dems. Renew your membership dues here.
Before elections we will also be voting on the Comprehensive Sex-Ed Resolution put forth by the Health & Education Caucus that has passed both the Resolutions Committee and the Executive Board. You can view it here.
Questions? Need to vote absentee? Email AYD President Matt Royer at [email protected].
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AYD Arlington National Cemetery Wreath Laying
On December 18th, hundreds of people will gather to lay wreaths at Arlington National Cemetery. AYD will be participating in this effort.
If you’ve never attended, it is a beautiful event to honor those who served our country.
We will meet at 8:45 AM at the North Gate of the Arlington National Cemetery. Afterward, please consider joining us later that day for our annual Holiday Brunch at 1pm. Location TBD and tickets should be available soon.
This year, online registration is required for the wreath laying, so please fill out this google form so we can register everyone at the same time in order to ensure we all have the same time slot of 9 am. Day of, remember to bring the registration form that will be emailed to you as well as a photo ID.
Please fill this form out before December 4th in order to participate.
Questions? Email AYD President Matt Royer at [email protected].
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Let's Get Vaccinated, Virginia!
Everyone in Virginia Age 5 or older is eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine now! Here’s how to get your 1st, 2nd, or 3rd dose.
Certain groups are now eligible for a COVID-19 booster. For individuals who received the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine and if it’s been 6 months or more since their last shot.
We recommend these groups receive a booster this fall:
- Ages 65 and older
- Residents in a long-term care setting
- Ages 50-64 with an underlying medical condition.
In addition, these groups may also benefit from a booster this fall:
- Ages 18-49 with an underlying medical condition
- Ages 18-64 with an increased risk COVID-19 because of where they work or live.
For individuals who received a Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine, booster shots are recommended for those who are 18 and older and who were vaccinated two or more months ago.
Eligible individuals may choose which vaccine they receive as a booster dose. Some people may have a preference for the vaccine type that they originally received and others may prefer to get a different booster.
Talk with your health care provider to see if a booster is right for you.
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Arlington Young Democrats
Arlington Young Dems
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Arlington, VA 22202
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