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Events
16th LD General Meeting
July 23rd, 2026
5:30 – 6:30 PM
on Zoom
Agenda
Consider Endorsements for Derek Sarley and Kyle Palmer, candidates in LD 16
State Convention Retrospective
Good of the Order
Thank you to each of you for the work you are doing in community and on behalf of our party.
Best regards,
Jeff Strickler
Benton County Democratic Central Committee
General Meeting
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Round Table Pizza
3300 W Clearwater Ave
Kennewick
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6:30 PM
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ADDICTION not only disrupts lives but also has significant social and economic impacts for the larger community. Opening of the Columbia Valley Center for Recovery represents a major advancement in the regional services needed to help address addiction challenges.
In recognition of the opening of the Center for Recovery, the August 5 Badger Club Forum will feature an important conversation about causes, prevention and treatment of addiction. Two experts will consider what addiction is; the gap between what we know and what we do; what the community is and can be doing; what families need to know; and substance abuse prevention and looking to the future. redict the future for Eastern Washington rivers?
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6:30 – 8pm PDT
This past week, ICE murdered two more people in broad daylight: Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Texas and Joan Sebastian Guerrero in Maine. Their communities are grieving, and across the country, people are demanding justice and accountability for all of the innocent people killed by ICE agents.
For those of us who care about stopping the violence, one of the most effective things we can do right now is put candidates in Congress who will end funding to DHS and ICE. Right now, SURJ is focusing on two candidates who will do just that: Will Lawrence in Michigan and Kaela Berg in Minnesota. Can you join us to call voters to make sure we put people in office who will end funding for this racist violence?
Will Lawrence (MI-07) is an organizer, coalition-builder, and co-founder of the Sunrise Movement running to represent Michigan’s Congressional District 7 in Lansing on a platform of affordable housing, healthcare for all, taxing the billionaire class, and ending US support for war overseas. Will is currently leading in nearly every poll, despite hundreds of thousands of dollars in attack ads from mainstream liberal super PACs. Primary date: August 4th.
Kaela Berg (MN-02) is an organizer, flight attendant, union leader with AFA/CWA, and a Minnesota State Representative. She has worked up to three jobs, bought groceries from the dollar store to feed her family, and lived without health insurance during a global pandemic and she is now running to represent Minnesota’s 2nd Congressional District to fight for working class people like her. Primary date: August 11th.
You don’t need to be an expert on any issue, or have any phonebank experience– just show up and connect with voters like you across the country as we fight for every lever of power we can grab.
Can you join our next phone bank this Thursday, 7/16 on Zoom? Training and support always included.
Can’t make it Thursday? Click here for other shift times!
In solidarity,
SURJ
Showing Up for Racial Justice
PO Box 1376
Buffalo, NY 14205
United States
🗓️Here are some ways you can take action.
- Mon, Jul 20 @ 4pm
Field Director Bootcamp: Win The Ground › - Thu, Jul 23 @ 10am
Ready to Run? Start with NDTC! › - Mon, Jul 27 @ 10am
Tech Time: Setting Up a Virtual Phone Bank › - Tue, Jul 28 @ 10am
Tech Time: Cutting Turf in VoteBuilder › - Thu, Jul 30 @ 10am
Building Equity-Centered Volunteer Teams › - Sat, Aug 8 @ 8am
GOTV Bootcamp: Maximize Turnout Tactics for the Home Stretch ›
All times Pacific
Here are some ways you can take action.
- Tue, Jul 19 @ 12pm
Block by Block – RETURNER PHONE BANKS! (Win Primaries for Progressive Champions in MI & MN!) › - Wed, Jul 22 @ 5pm
Block by Block: Campaign Calls › - Thu, Jul 25 @ 3pm
Block by Block – Phone Bank with SURJ! (Win Primaries for Progressive Champions in ME & MI!) › - Wed, Jul 29 @ 5pm
SURJ Action Hour: Welcome or Reconnect ›
All times Pacific
Families across the country are feeling the squeeze. From rising gas prices to higher grocery bills and the growing cost of everyday essentials, many are wondering how to make ends meet, and what we can do together to create change.
Join us TONIGHT for an inspiring and informative MomsRising Community Meeting, featuring federal updates, special guests, and YOU! RSVP here!
We’re thrilled to welcome Rashad Robinson, author of From Presence to Power, who will share practical inspiration for leading with purpose, building community, and finding hope even in challenging times.
We’ll also check in on the latest affordability challenges facing families, hear a federal advocacy update on what’s happening in Washington, and preview our exciting national August activation with plenty of ways for you to get involved.
Here are the details:
📌WHAT: MomsRising Community Meeting: July 2026
💻WHERE: Online: RSVP here
📆WHEN: TODAY (Thursday, July 23, 2026) at 8:30 pm ET / 5:30 pm PT
🧍WHO: MomsRising, Movement Leaders, and YOU! (Bring your friends too!)
See you there,
The MomsRising Team
Here are some ways you can take action.
- Fri, Jul 24 @ 4:30pm
Unite and Ignite Fridays › - Sun, Jul 26 @ 3:30pm
REEL Civic Sundays › - Tue, Jul 28 @ 11am
Cup of Joe Organizing Briefing › - Tue, Jul 28 @ 5pm
Changemakers Organizing Lab › - Sat, Aug 1 @ 11am
What’s in My Toolkit? ›
All times Pacific
Have you ever had a conversation about racism or politics where you looked back and thought, “I wish I had kept my cool and dealt with that differently”? As a SURJ person, you know that navigating these conversations, staying grounded, and treating your loved one with dignity while agitating them towards a more just view of the world is a skill that you can learn.
Next week on Tuesday, July 28 at 8 pm ET, we’re hosting a webinar training, “How to organize your people: a training for white people on how to have hard conversations” to go deeper. Many of you have been with us in these types of conversations for a long time– but now is a great time to brush up. Or you might have a white friend who is looking to learn more– invite them!
We know that the stakes are much higher than simply changing one person’s mind. Lives are on the line, and it’s white people’s role to step towards our communities– not away from them– and lean into these difficult conversations to stop the cycle of racism and bring more white people into movements for justice.
In this training, we’ll go over the basics of how to stay grounded, conversation tips for difficult topics, and why these conversations are so important right now.
This moment is so much bigger than one-on-one conversations with our relatives. Tens of thousands of us need to be having hundreds of conversations with our neighbors to reach millions of white people collectively.
And one conversation is the best place to start. Can you join us?
SURJ
Showing Up for Racial Justice
PO Box 1376
Buffalo, NY 14205
United States
A Message from the DNC National Training Team
Hello Democrats,
The DNC National Training Team and our partner organizations are running both in-person and virtual trainings around the country to prepare Democratic candidates, current and aspiring staff, and volunteers to win up and down the ballot in 2026.
We are excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for the fourth and FINAL NextWave Regional Bootcamp in 2026 for the Midwest Region, which will be held in Chicago, IL, August 26 – August 28! Continue reading to learn more about our NextWave Regional Bootcamps and how you can take advantage of this free program.
DNC Training Announcements and Opportunities 📣
NextWave Midwestern Regional Bootcamp: Chicago, IL 🏙️ 🐄
The DNC is seeking campaign professionals in the Midwest to participate in the NextWave Midwestern Regional Bootcamp in Chicago, IL, Wednesday, August 26 – Friday, August 28.
This three-day, in-person intensive training program will prepare the next generation of campaign and state party professionals for the 2026 cycle and beyond. This program will give participants specialized training based on their campaign experience level and connect them with other campaign talent and professionals in their region.
This program is FREE to attend, and will provide NextWave graduates with invaluable professional development opportunities both during and after the program.
Participants will be placed in one of two tracks based on their experience with professional campaign work:
Campaigns 101: for current or aspiring field organizers, fellows, and campaign associates with less than two cycles of experience who are looking to strengthen their skills and get exposure to new aspects of campaign and state party work. No previous experience with campaign work is required!
Management Track: for mid-level and senior campaign and state party professionals who understand the technical aspects of campaign work but are looking to expand their skills as managers and leaders in the Democratic ecosystem.
Learn More and Apply to the DNC NextWave Midwestern Regional Bootcamp Here. Spots for the program are limited. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, and early applications are encouraged. The application will be open until Monday, August 3, at 11:59 p.m. ET.
Join the DNC’s Virtual When We Count Organizer Bootcamp!
Thursday, July 30 — Friday, July 31
The DNC is now accepting applications for the virtual When We Count Organizer Bootcamp, a two-day training program designed specifically for graduating college seniors and aspiring young professionals (18-29) who want to jumpstart a career in political organizing and are seeking full-time employment between now and November 2026.
The second virtual bootcamp is scheduled for July 30 and 31 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET. Applicants from across the country are encouraged to apply at https://win.dnc.org/organizerbootcamp.
Upon the completion of each bootcamp, the DNC will directly share attendees’ resumes with battleground campaigns staffing up for critical roles in the midterms.
Want to learn more and see if this training program is right for you? We will host a virtual information session to answer questions about the Organizer Bootcamps on July 22 at 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT. Register on Zoom for the information session to learn more.
DNC Interfaith Council: Know Your Rights Training for Muslim Communities
Thursday, July 23 || 8:00 p.m. ET
The DNC and the DNC Interfaith Council invite you to our Know Your Rights Training for Muslim Communities. As the Trump administration continues to threaten our fundamental voting and constitutional rights, we invite you to come together and learn how we can best protect ourselves against these attacks.
Upcoming Partner Trainings ✏️
Arena
Stop Posting Scared: Prepping to Meet the Digital Moment Before it Hits
Tuesday, July 28 || 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. ET
This is a hands-on workshop for campaign staffers and movement workers in the Arena community who run social media accounts, manage content calendars, or make the call on what gets posted.
If you’ve ever frozen up wondering whether a big moment is “yours” to comment on, or watched a strong message get watered down into something forgettable, this session’s for you. Learn more and register here.
Google AI For Civics Demo + Office Hours
Thursday, July 30 || 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET
Join Arena Sponsor Google for a demo of their AI tools, including Gemini. They’ll cover Google’s approach to AI and how tools like Gemini AI can be used to support your work. After the 30-minute demo, stick around for office hours with Team Arena, where we’ll dive deep into specific AI use cases for campaigns. Learn more and register here.
Arena Careers Fair
Thursday, August 6 and Wednesday, September 2 || 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. ET
Join Team Arena for a virtual careers fair designed to connect you directly with employers and recruiters in the political space.
You’ll hear about open roles from hiring teams across the movement, then move into breakout rooms where you can ask questions, learn more about the work, and make real connections. Learn more and register here.
Social Media for GOTV
Thursday, August 20 || 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. ET
Join Area for a workshop on crafting effective organic social media content that drives voter turnout. They will discuss GOTV Social Media narratives, real examples of content that worked, plus hands-on practice drafting and creating content; touching on strategies for coordinating across platforms and departments to keep your entire team aligned and moving. Learn more and register here
LinkedIn Live
Wednesday, September 16 || 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. ET
LinkedIn Live is a networking event for people working in — or breaking into — campaigns and progressive politics. We’ll split into small breakout rooms based on your skills and experience, so you can connect with the right people whether you’re a seasoned organizer or just getting started. Come ready to build the relationships that move the work forward. Learn more and register here.
Train with the National Democratic Training Committee (NDTC)
- Rural Canvassing || Monday, August 10 || 1 p.m. ET
- Tech Time: Setting Up a Virtual Phone Bank || Monday, July 27 || 1 p.m. ET
- Building Equity-Centered Volunteer Teams || Thursday, July 30 || 1 p.m. ET
- GOTV Bootcamp: Maximize Turnout Tactics for the Home Stretch || Saturday, August 8 || 11 a.m. ET
GAIN Power August Virtual Career Fair
August 27 || 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET
The GAIN Power Virtual Career Fair easily connects you – in real-time – with employers from the comfort of your home or office via desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone. This is a great way for progressive professionals seeking new career opportunities, students who are ready to begin their careers in progressive politics, and professionals from other sectors who are interested in opportunities impacting democracy, elections, and advocacy to connect with progressive employers seeking top talent. Are you looking to hire or are you a career counselor? Learn more and sign up here.
Jobs in the Ecosystem 💼
DNC Fall 2026 General Internship
As an intern with the DNC, you will participate in department-specific substantive and administrative work. In addition, you will have opportunities to participate in grassroots organizing, assist at DNC functions, receive personal development training, and network with DNC leadership and staff.
Apply by July 31, 2026.
DNC Talent Bank
Are you interested in working on a coordinated campaign or for a state party this year?
Submit your resume to the DNC Talent Bank if you are looking for employment opportunities in the Democratic ecosystem for the 2026 election cycle. Upload your resume and preferences now, and the DNC will share your resume with campaigns looking for dedicated staff.
Browse State Job Opportunities
Browse Committee Job Opportunities:
- Democratic National Committee (DNC)
- Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee (DSCC)
- Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC)
- Democratic Governors Association (DGA)
- Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee (DLCC)
- Democratic Attorneys General Association (DAGA)
- Democratic Association of Secretaries of State (DASS)
For more jobs in the Democratic space, please visit GAIN Power and Arena Careers to browse postings across the country.
Please reach out to the DNC National Training Team (training@dnc.org) with any questions or training needs.
Onward,
Morgan, Taylor, and Cassie
The DNC National Training Team
training@dnc.org
ABOUT THE DNC NATIONAL TRAINING DEPARTMENT
The DNC National Training Department delivers training to operatives in the field, activists and volunteers, state party leaders and staff, students and youth organizers, candidates and campaign staff, constituency caucus members and community leaders, and so many more!
Training topics range from field organizing to digital mobilization, data to finance, communications to compliance, and leadership development to movement building, just to name a few.
Through this vast expansion of training programs, the new DNC National Training Department is building and strengthening the Democratic Party infrastructure to ensure success for years to come!
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This is just a reminder that the Washington State organization of the League of Women Voters has some excellent resources on becoming involved in your democracy.
Benton County
Meetings are the 4th Thursday of every month
- 6:30 pm – Benton County Democratic Central Committee
Meetings held in-person at various locations and on Zoom. Subscribe to Benton County Democrats to get on the email list for meeting links.
8th LD Meetings
Meetings every 4th Wednesday of the month online on Zoom. Subscribe at https://www.ld8wastate.org/subscribe to get on the email list.
Franklin County Democrats
Meetings every 3rd Thursday of the month at various locations. Subscribe to :::::: to get on the email list.
- Social time 5:30
- Business Meeting 6:00
Tri-Cities Young Democrats
Currently no meetings are being scheduled
Location changes so please check their Facebook Page for details
Tri-City Democrats Potluck
Meetings are every 2nd Friday of each month, 6 pm – 8 pm
Meetings held in-person and on Zoom. Subscribe to Benton County Democrats to get on the email list for meeting links.
Please check the Facebook Page for details.
Register to Vote Online
www.myvote.wa.gov
New voters may register online or by mail no later than the Monday four weeks before Election Day, or in person until the Monday one week before Election Day. For the General Election, ballots will be mailed October 14th. Have questions? 1-800-448-4881