As the summer of our discontent veers toward the fall elections, it’s time to kick up our activism. Distractions abound. Beachcombing, picnics, lounging poolside, relaxing time with family and friends, all provide a necessary antidote to the toxicity that threatens to envelope us, but one thing is for sure – burying our heads in the sand will not make “IT” go away.
More, with the student volunteers soon heading back to school, there will be a void in the campaigns that needs to be filled. From the increasingly palpable impacts of climate change on the environment to the outright horror of toddlers and children separated from their parents and imprisoned to what can only be called “Traitorgate”, we must take a stand now.
CALL TO ACTION*
Wherever you live, now’s the time to organize your neighbors and community. Go on out and knock on doors, invite friends and neighbors over for a fundraiser or meet and greet, be it a coffee klatch or a cocktail party. We need to get together and WIN!
PA candidates running for election that can turn PA blue include:
Helen Tai for State Rep in the 178th Assembly District
Steve Santarsiero for State Senator in the 10th Senatorial District
Scott Wallace for Congress in the 1st Congressional District
Bob Casey for US Senator
John Fetterman for Lt. Governor
Tom Wolf for Governor
PA Upcoming Events, Activities & Fundraisers*:
August 5th, Sun., 2-4pm – Meet & Greet with Meredith Buck Down on the Farm at Three Fawn Farm, 77 Walter Rd, Chalfont.Activities for Kids!$25 for admission (kids under 15 -free!)
For more info please email Mary Chalich
Aug. 15th, Wed., 6-8pm – Helen TaiHosted by Steve & Sue Saddlemire and Colin Unsworth & Sparky MorrisonAddress given upon RSVP
Please RSVP to Rachel at 215-908-1792 or rachel@helentai.com or click HERE
September 15, Sat., 6-8pm – Helen Tai Hosted by Judy and Jim Finn, Jason and Allison Glickman, and Elissa and Jeffrey DatzAddress provided upon RSVP
RSVP to Rachel at 215-908-1792 or rachel@helentai.com
Click HERE to purchase your tickets in advance
For more information click HERE
If you can’t make any of the events or volunteer, but would still like to contribute: Donate to the Bucks County Democratic Committee
*Resources and calendar of events will be updated monthly. If you are planning events or activities, or want to get involved, please contact LisaBergson0@gmail.com
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For more information, additional resources, and ways to get involved*:
Bucks County Blue: Great source for info on all races and candidates in Bucks, including upcoming events and voter registration.
Warwick First: Site for this fledgling group in an entrenched red community. Can we flip it? Ride the Blue Wave!
Buckingham Voices: “Concerned citizens, empowered and in motion.” Smart, active team committed to educating and empowering folks in our area. buckinghamvoices@gmail.com
Newtown Democrats: Newly energized by their victories in November, this organization is working to widen its reach.
Solebury Democrats: Lively, up-to-date site, with excellent content.
Indivisible: Provides a wealth of information and ready-made materials, ranging from Elections 101, Voting Rights, and Voting Suppression, Voter Registration, Endorsement Guides, and more.
SwingLeft: Nationwide organization dedicated to flipping Congressional districts like ours.
Flippable: Mounting a Blue Wave Tsunami across the states.