Tenley O'Hara · [email protected]

April 14, 2021 at 8:56 PM

LAST DAY to register for VAYD Convention!

Register by by 11:59 tonight, April 14th!   TONIGHT, APRIL 14th at 11:59 pm is the deadline to register for VAYD's 2021 Virtual Convention!! Please go to vayd.org/convention for more details. VAYD Convention Registration Questions? Em…

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  Tenley O'Hara · [email protected]

April 13, 2021 at 1:00 PM

VAYD Convention registration deadline extended!

Register by April 14th! Hey John -   Ramadan Mubarak! Wishing all those who celebrate a safe, peaceful, and enjoyable Ramadan. Sadly, we are taking another moment to recognize recent instances of police brutality and gun violence across our nation…

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  Matt Royer · [email protected]

April 9, 2021 at 9:26 PM

AYD Friday Fireside Chat: Virginia is the New South

Elections matter. I think those are two words that ring true everywhere in the country. We here in Virginia can consider ourselves lucky with the results of our elections. Thanks to hard work from all of you over the past few years, we have taken the majority in both the House and Senate …

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  Tenley O'Hara · [email protected]

April 6, 2021 at 12:06 AM

VAYD 2021 Convention Approaches!

Register by April 10th! Hey John -   Happy belated Easter to all who celebrate. The Virginia Young Democrats Convention is fast approaching, so don’t forget to register by April 10th! Also, our deadline to raise $250 for our AYD Period Poverty Dri…

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  Tenley O'Hara · [email protected]

March 29, 2021 at 8:56 PM

What’s happening this April for AYD?

Check out our upcoming events! Hey John - Happy belated Passover to all who celebrate. Special thanks to everyone who joined us for our Women’s Leadership Forum last week. It was incredible to hear the varying experiences and advice from Jamie Lockhart, Executive Director of Planned Pa…

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  Matt Royer · [email protected]

March 26, 2021 at 8:54 PM

AYD Friday Fireside Chat: Women's History Month

These past weeks have been exhausting for many I am sure. Physically, mentally, emotionally. I know that after the events in Atlanta, GA, and Boulder, CO it is extremely difficult and triggering for some to broach the topics of gun violence, sexual violence, race-related hate crimes, and …

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  Tenley O'Hara · [email protected]

March 23, 2021 at 12:56 PM

Join us for our AYD Women’s Leadership Forum

Come out tonight, March 23rd at 7pm! Hey John - Thank you to everyone who joined us for our E-Board Town Hall last week. It was great to hear from you and to answer your questions as we look ahead towards the rest of the year.  We’d like to take another moment to remember those who los…

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  Matt Royer, President · [email protected]

March 18, 2021 at 2:50 AM

Arlington Young Democrats Condemn AAPI Targeted Hate Speech and Domestic Terrorism

AAPI Targeted Hate Speech and Domestic Terrorism The Arlington Young Democrats strongly condemn recent violent attacks against members of the Asian Americans and Pacific Islander     Arlington Young Democrats Condemn  AAPI Targeted Hate Speech an…

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  Tenley O'Hara · [email protected]

March 15, 2021 at 8:56 PM

Join us for our AYD E-Board Town Hall!

Meet our 2021 E-Board this Tuesday, March 16th at 7pm! Hey John - Make sure to join us this Tuesday, March 16th at 7 pm via Zoom for our AYD Executive Board Town Hall! Meet the 2021 AYD E-Board, ask them questions, and let them know how AYD can best serve you. We'll start with quick in…

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  Matt Royer · [email protected]

March 12, 2021 at 10:36 PM

AYD Friday Fireside Chat: Women's History Month

Happy Women’s History Month! Obviously, March should not be the only time we celebrate, but it is a great time to uplift the women around us for the truly powerful impacts they have on the world.   My fellow Young Democrats -    Happy Women’s Hi…

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  Matt Royer · [email protected]

February 26, 2021 at 9:49 PM

AYD Friday Fireside Chat: What Solidarity Means to Me

As we near the end of Black History Month, I want to highlight a word for you: “Intersectionality.” For too long, activists and advocates have worked in the thought that many of our issues operate in their own silos. However, many of the problems that we face today can be solved while loo…

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  Shivani Saboo & Navneet Sandhu · [email protected]

February 24, 2021 at 2:04 PM

AYD stands in solidarity with the Farmers’ Protest in India

AYD stands in solidarity with the Farmers’ Protest in India. Since September 2020, millions of farmers across India began to protest against three agricultural acts passed by India's Parliament. As a community, we cannot, in good consciousness, justify the promotion of democratic values w…

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  Tenley O'Hara · [email protected]

February 22, 2021 at 9:56 PM

Join us for our Black Legacy Forum!

See you at our monthly meeting this Tuesday at 7pm! Hey John - Make sure to register for our Black Legacy Forum this Tuesday, February 23rd at 7pm, with guest speakers Virginia Black Caucus Executive Director Adele McClure and Arlington County School Board Chair Monique O’Grady. We hop…

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  Matt Royer · [email protected]

February 18, 2021 at 10:54 PM

AYD Calls on George Mason University to Recognize the Unionization of Workers on their Arlington Campus

The Arlington Young Democrats have been made aware of unsafe and unfair working conditions on George Mason University’s Arlington campus located on Fairfax Drive. Several stories have made clear that GMU has been hiring contractors for various operations on their campus that do not have t…

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  Tenley O'Hara · [email protected]

February 15, 2021 at 9:57 PM

Join us in celebrating Black Excellence!

See you at our social hour this Tuesday at 7pm! Hey John - Happy Presidents’ Day! Don’t forget to join us this Tuesday, February 16th at 7pm for a social hour dedicated to celebrating Black excellence where we will be featuring a series of short videos by Jedidah Isler, Franklin Leonar…

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  Matt Royer · [email protected]

February 12, 2021 at 10:07 PM

AYD Friday Fireside Chat:

First and foremost: I want to say that we had an incredible first meeting of the year. We had over 50 people join, including 18 new members who were ready to hit the ground running on our policy goals. Not bad for an off-year. But speaking of policy: we’re in the midst of 2 massively important mom…

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  Tenley O'Hara · [email protected]

February 8, 2021 at 11:21 PM

Meet our New AYD Caucus Chairs!

Join one of our six AYD Caucuses and check out our upcoming events! Hey John - Thank you to everyone who applied for a caucus chair position! It was a tough decision and we had some great applicants. Now, we’d like to introduce you to our new AYD Caucus Chairs and Co-Chairs! Arts, Cult…

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  Tenley O'Hara · [email protected]

February 3, 2021 at 1:57 AM

Celebrating Black History Month!

We hope you join us for several events honoring and celebrating Black excellence this month! Hey John - Happy Black History Month! February is an opportunity to learn about, honor, and celebrate the Black voices that have helped shape our history and future. Join us on February 16th fo…

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  Matt Royer · [email protected]

January 29, 2021 at 9:50 PM

AYD Friday Fireside Chat: Legislation, Filibusters, and Statehoods, oh my

First and foremost: I want to say that we had an incredible first meeting of the year. We had over 50 people join, including 18 new members who were ready to hit the ground running on our policy goals. Not bad for an off-year. But speaking of policy: we’re in the midst of 2 massively important mom…

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  Adam Chaikof · [email protected]

January 27, 2021 at 12:34 PM

AYD Caucus Chair Applications now open!

Hello John,  Arlington Young Dems had a very successful first monthly meeting of 2021! We had over 50 people attend and many members express interest in becoming one of our caucus chairs. As a reminder our caucuses are as follows:  - Arts, Culture, & Entertainment - Civil Rights &…

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  Matt Royer · [email protected]

January 26, 2021 at 2:34 PM

See you all tonight (01/26) @ 7PM!

Hey John -  I just wanted to remind you that we are having our first meeting of the new year tonight at 7PM!  AYD January 2021 Meeting Join us tonight: Tuesday, January 26th at 7pm via Zoom for our first general body meeting of 2021! REGISTER HERE For th…

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  Tenley O'Hara · [email protected]

January 25, 2021 at 2:06 PM

Congratulations Mr. President and Madame Vice President!

Thank you to everyone who celebrated with us on Inauguration Day! Don't forget to join us for our first monthly meeting of 2021! Hey John - Thank you to everyone who joined AYD and Arlington Dems for our virtual gala on Inauguration Day to celebrate the swearing in of President Joe Bid…

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  Tenley O'Hara · [email protected]

January 18, 2021 at 1:54 AM

Remembering and Honoring MLK; Lobby Day; Inauguration 2021

Let us remember and honor the legacy of MLK; How to get involved in MLK Day of Service, Lobby Day, and virtual Inauguration Day events Hey John - This Monday, we celebrate and honor Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s life and legacy as a leader of the civil rights movement. Dr. King ch…

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  Matt Royer · [email protected]

January 15, 2021 at 10:04 PM

Introducing Friday Fireside Chats

In an effort to keep everyone informed this year, I am introducing the President’s Friday Fireside Chats. Much like during the time of FDR, we are facing times of uncertainty and crisis but as I have said before, we are the leaders we are waiting for to help us through them. I want to make sure th…

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  Tenley O'Hara · [email protected]

January 11, 2021 at 1:58 PM

Let’s get work done in 2021

Inauguration Day, Lobby Day, and much more! Hey John - 2021 has just begun and it already feels like we've been tossed in the deep end. The attack on the US Capitol and subsequent fallout revealed once again that there is still much to be done, we as a nation are divided, and that thes…

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  Matt Royer · [email protected]

January 7, 2021 at 12:58 AM

AYD Condemns Insurrection at US Capitol

The Arlington Young Democrats condemn the domestic terrorist insurrection we witnessed at the US Capitol today. This was and continues to be a coup attempt incited by outgoing President Donald Trump. Members of Congress and political leaders who have entertained these radical groups a…

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  Tenley O'Hara · [email protected]

December 29, 2020 at 1:58 AM

Volunteer for Georgia Dems!

Help out in the Warnock and Ossoff runoffs! Hey John - We hope you all are enjoying the holiday season and if you have any time these next few days, consider volunteering for the races down in Georgia! Both runoffs are January 5th and every bit of effort counts. Volunteer for Geo…

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  Tenley O'Hara · [email protected]

December 23, 2020 at 2:00 AM

Happy Holidays from AYD!

Donate, volunteer, and spread some cheer this holiday season! Hey John - Happy holidays from the Arlington Young Dems! Thank you to everyone who came out to our annual AYD Holiday Brunch. We'd like to give special thanks to our guest speakers Del. Jennifer Carroll Foy, Del. Elizabeth …

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  Tenley O'Hara · [email protected]

December 19, 2020 at 1:48 AM

Help out in the Georgia runoffs!

Check out opportunities to contact voters between now and January 5th! Hey John - Looking for ways to help out in the Senate runoffs for Rev. Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff down in Georgia? Check out this opportunity after our Holiday Brunch this Saturday, December 19th, starting at…

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  Tenley O'Hara · [email protected]

December 14, 2020 at 5:14 PM

Meet the AYD 2021 E-Board! Last chance to vote for EOY Awards!

Cast your vote, RSVP for our Holiday Brunch, and volunteer for Georgia Dems! Hey John - Congratulations again to our 2021 AYD Executive Board! We now have all of our elected and appointed positions filled and are excited to work together and take on whatever this year throws our way. …

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  Arlington Young Democrats · [email protected]

December 9, 2020 at 8:07 PM

Welcome Our Appointed Board Members! Vote for EOY Awards!

Vote for our annual awards before Dec 14! Hello John! We want to first send a big congratulations to our newly appointed members of the board! Finance Director: Henry Watkins Publicity Director: Joshua Griset Programming Director: Colleen Moore Digital Director: Jessica Du Bois Recru…

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  Tenley O'Hara · [email protected]

December 7, 2020 at 2:04 AM

RSVP for AYD's Holiday Brunch!

Nominations for our annual awards are due Dec. 7th! Hello John! Join us Saturday, December 19th at 11am via Zoom for our annual AYD Holiday Brunch! While we are unable to meet for brunch at one of Arlington's local establishments this year, we encourage all of those who choose to att…

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  Matt Royer, President - Elect · [email protected]

December 3, 2020 at 8:47 PM

REMINDER: Apps for Appointments due 12/04 by EOD!

You have until tomorrow night at 11:59PM to apply to be on the AYD Board! Hey John! Just a friendly reminder that we are accepting applications for the appointed positions before tomorrow, 12/04 at 11:59 PM! These positions are appointed to the Executive Board by the President, Vice …

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  Matt Royer, President - Elect · [email protected]

November 30, 2020 at 12:36 AM

Apply for our 2021 E-Board Appointments and our Holiday Brunch!

We are in a transition period now at Arlington Young Democrats as we have just recently elected a new executive board. Congratulations once again to our E-Board - elects! Hello John! We are in a transition period now at Arlington Young Democrats as we have just recently elected a new…

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  Dan Matthews · [email protected]

November 26, 2020 at 2:00 AM

Congratulations to the 2020 Executive Board!

  Congratulations to the 2021 Executive Board! The new AYD Executive Board is: President: Matt Royer Vice President: Sacha Brenac Secretary: Tenley O'Hara Treasurer: Phil Kattato  Campaigns Director: Navneet K Sandhu Membership Director: Annie Styles Diversity and Inclusion Director…

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  Dan Matthews · [email protected]

November 23, 2020 at 12:25 AM

Your 2021 AYD Executive Board Candidates

Hey John -  Thank you to all who submitted candidate statements for the 2021 Executive Board. This organization is great due to its wonderful members as well as its dedicated leadership. We look forward to seeing what the next Executive Board and membership will bring.    Below are…

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  Maya Jones · [email protected]

November 16, 2020 at 1:57 AM

Time for AYD Executive Board Elections!

Hey John - AYD Elections are almost upon us! Join us for a pre-election social hour this Wednesday at 7 pm to learn more about the various positions and to see who’s running! Check out our upcoming events below: Upcoming AYD Events  Pre-AYD Election Social Hour | November 18th…

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  Maya Jones · [email protected]

November 9, 2020 at 1:53 AM

Congrats, President-elect Biden and VP-elect Harris!

Congrats to all the Democrats that won this past week! Hey John - Congratulations to President-elect Joseph R. Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala D. Harris. It’s been a long week but this is a significant step towards progessive change we can make in this country and we hope you to…

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  Maya Jones · [email protected]

November 2, 2020 at 1:53 AM

TWO days until Election Day!

Get out there and VOTE on Tuesday, November 3rd! Hey John - Only 2 days until Election Day. Make sure you and all of your friends and family have voted. Let’s make sure we do everything possible to get Biden elected and Trump out of office. You can also sign up to be a poll greeter fo…

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  Tenley O'Hara · [email protected]

October 26, 2020 at 12:57 PM

Just over ONE WEEK until Election Day!

Get involved NOW to help democracy! Hey John - REMINDER: Only 8 days until Election Day. This Saturday, October 31st is the last day to vote absentee in-person. Do your part and sign up to volunteer to get out the vote TODAY! JOIN OUR CAMPAIGN VOLUNTEER TEAM   …

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  Maya Jones · [email protected]

October 19, 2020 at 12:49 AM

Just over TWO WEEKS until Election Day!

Get involved NOW for a Blue victory in November! Hey John - REMINDER: Only 16 days until Election Day. October 23rd is the last day to request an absentee ballot. Sign up to volunteer to get out the vote TODAY! JOIN OUR CAMPAIGN VOLUNTEER TEAM   You can also si…

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  AYD Campaigns Team · [email protected]

October 15, 2020 at 7:57 PM

John , can you join us tonight?

We are getting ready to phonebank TONIGHT for Sara Gideon. Make sure you join us at 7PM and sign up here. Hey John -  We are getting ready to phonebank TONIGHT for Virginia Democrats. Make sure you join us at 7PM and sign up here.  If you have already been volunteering this year, plea…

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  Maya Jones · [email protected]

October 12, 2020 at 1:57 AM

Voter Registration Deadline in VA is October 13th!

Register NOW before it is too late! Hey John - The deadline to register to vote/update your registration in Virginia is Tuesday, October 13th! Make sure and all your friends are registered or have updated your registration if necessary! REMINDER: Only 23 days until Election Day. Sign …

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  Tenley O'Hara · [email protected]

October 6, 2020 at 12:59 AM

Less than ONE MONTH until Election Day!

Sign up to phone bank TODAY! Hey John - November 3rd, 2020 is less than one month away so let’s give it our all and help elect Democrats up and down the ballot! Sign up to volunteer to get out the vote TODAY!  JOIN OUR CAMPAIGN VOLUNTEER TEAM   You can also sig…

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  Dan Matthews · [email protected]

October 2, 2020 at 4:30 PM

Buy Your Tickets For Saturday's Gold Quiz!

Hey John -  We are just 32 days away from the most important election of our lifetimes! What we do between now and November 3rd will make the difference between winning or losing this election. But these are strange and difficult times, and we need to take care of ourselves. That is w…

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  Maya Jones · [email protected]

September 27, 2020 at 9:25 PM

hey John, can you hop on the phone with us?

Sign up to phone bank TODAY! Hey John - Early voting has started in Virginia! No excuse is needed to vote early in Virginia, so check out all the voting options available to you TODAY. Vote by Mail Request a ballot by October 23rd at 5pm: elections.virginia.gov/absentee Return by m…

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  AYD Campaigns Team · [email protected]

September 24, 2020 at 4:49 PM

Early voting has started and we need you!

We're starting to reach outside of Virginia with a key swing state, North Carolina! Join us on Saturday at noon to make calls! Hey John -  We're going back to VA-2 to help Elaine Luria! She is up against her old opponent from 2018 and we need to do everything we can to re-elect her! Jo…

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  Maya Jones · [email protected]

September 21, 2020 at 12:57 PM

Early Voting has Begun! Help us get out the VOTE!

Sign up to phone bank TODAY! Hey John - Early voting has started in Virginia! No excuse is needed to vote early in Virginia, so check out all the voting options available to you TODAY. Vote by Mail Request a ballot by October 23rd at 5pm: elections.virginia.gov/absentee Return by m…

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  Arlington Young Democrats · [email protected]

September 20, 2020 at 8:47 PM

AYD Remembers Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Let's take action to honor RBG. John-  We are heartbroken over the devastating loss of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. She paved the way for many women and ensured that people would not be discriminated against on the basis of sex in our country. Justice Ginsburg overcame numerous barrie…

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  Tenley O'Hara · [email protected]

September 13, 2020 at 4:59 PM

We need YOU to help get out the VOTE!

Sign up to phone bank TODAY! Hey John -  Early in-person voting starts this Friday, September 18th! Check out your voting options here.  A big thank you to everyone who came out to our first phone bank this past week! We made over 250 calls and are currently in first place in the VAYD …

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