Web Log – Page 148 – Benton County Democrats

Move On – February 8, 2025

Posted on February 8, 2025

Sign the petition to demand members of Congress STOP “President” Elon Musk’s control of the White House! Dear MoveOn member, Nobody elected Elon Musk. And yet, in just a few weeks, he has…

Women’s March – February 8, 2025

Posted on February 8, 2025

The Broligarchy’s pick to lead the Department of Transportation is Sean Duffy, who some of us may recognize from his time on the Real World/Road Rules on MTV. This should not be…

Alliance for Gun Responsibility – February 7, 2025

Posted on February 7, 2025

We are excited to share that our very own Renee Hopkins recently appeared on The Commute with Carlson to discuss the Alliance’s ongoing work to address gun violence in Washington and across the country….

March For Our Lives – February 7, 2025

Posted on February 7, 2025

Republicans in states like Florida and North Carolina are pushing new laws to allow people to carry a firearm WITHOUT a permit. This dangerous, irresponsible legislation cannot slip under the radar. Requiring a permit…

WSDCC – February 7, 2025

Posted on February 7, 2025

MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR It’s Friday, Washington Democrats! Celebrating Black History Month Every February we not only celebrate the history of Black people and their enormous contributions to our state and nation,…

ACLU – February 7, 2025

Posted on February 7, 2025

We’re taking the Trump administration to court again – this time to challenge his order blocking trans and intersex people from getting passports that accurately reflect their gender. Already, the State Department…

Move On – February 7, 2025

Posted on February 7, 2025

Tell Congress: DO NOT cut Medicaid! Dear MoveOn member, Republicans are signaling they are likely to gut Medicaid to the tune of $2.3 trillion, all so that they can give tax cuts…

WA Immigrant Solidarity Network – February 7, 2025

Posted on February 7, 2025

[Español Abajo] Now more than ever, we need everyone in Washington to step up for immigrant justice. Migration has shaped my family for generations: my parents and grandparents left their hometowns in…

National Democratic Training – February 6, 2025

Posted on February 6, 2025

🗓️Here are some ways you can take action. All times PST Connect with us on social media!

Move On – February 6, 2025

Posted on February 6, 2025

Target is rolling back inclusivity programs—sign the petition to tell Target’s leadership to uphold its commitment to DEI! Dear MoveOn member, For years, Target has been a leader in corporate responsibility, championing…

	
						
			
						
				
				
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		VOTE John Duresky for Congress!You got that right, Rep. Newhouse. The Trump-Vance admin. and their Republican cronies have done nothing but deliver fear and chaos to our front door. It’s time for real change. It’s time for Dems to control Congress. 			
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		Come on Benton and Franklin counties, we can do better than 14%!Just 14% have voted on crucial Tri-Cities school measures. Only days left 			
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		❗Richland, Kennewick and Grandview ❗February 10th (that is ONE WEEK from today) is the special election deadline, don’t forget to vote!!			
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				Port of Benton fires CFO weeks after executive director placed on leave
			
		
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		If you haven't listeneBruce Springsteensteen's new song or watched this music video we highly recommend you doing so.			
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	February 2026
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1	2 Posters for Progress! Posters for Progress! February 2, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Hermiston First United Methodist Church 191 E Gladys Ave Hermiston, OR 97838 Join local community organizers for Signs of Progress — a relaxed evening of creativity, connection, and collective action! There will be sign making, postcard writing, and conversation about the issues that matter most to us. Whether you’re passionate about local causes or just love good company and community spirit, there’s a place for you at the table. See more details •	3 Tri-cities Protest Tuesday Tri-cities Protest Tuesday February 3, 2026 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day. If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank. https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/ See more details Richland City Council Richland City Council February 3, 2026 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA See more details • •	4 Whistle Wednesdays - Pasco Whistle Wednesdays - Pasco February 4, 2026 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Pasco Library 1320 W. Hopkins St. Pasco, WA Join together and help to put together whistle kits to be handed out in the community. We would love to see you there! See more details •	5 Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs February 5, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter. This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter. Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends. See more details •	6 Indivisible-Tri-Cities First Friday Happy Hour Indivisible-Tri-Cities First Friday Happy Hour February 6, 2026 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Moonshot Brewery 8804 West Victoria Ave Kennewick Join us for socializing and having some fun! See more details •	7 No One Is Above the Law: Monthly Hermiston Visibility Rally No One Is Above the Law: Monthly Hermiston Visibility Rally February 7, 2026 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM East Highland Avenue & South Highway 395 Hermiston, OR 97838 Join local community members in Hermiston for our No One Is Above the Law visibility action! On the first Saturday of each month join folks in fighting for accountability, democracy, and justice — reminding our neighbors that the rule of law applies to everyone. Bring your signs, your voice, and your energy for an hour of peaceful sign-waving and community visibility. 📅 When: 1st Saturday of every month at 11:00 AM \| 📍 Where: Corner of Hwy 395 & Highland (by Safeway), Hermiston, OR See more details Sunnyside Protest I.C.E. and Rally for Peace Sunnyside Protest I.C.E. and Rally for Peace February 7, 2026 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM East Lincoln Avenue & Yakima Valley Highway Sunnyside, WA 98944 This a local Indivisible event hosted by Central Washington Resistance! Saturday, February 7th, there will be a protest from 12pm-2pm! We will meet on the sidewalk on the corner of East Lincoln Ave & Yakima Valley Hwy. In Sunnyside! Community, bring your 'No ICE' signs, your flags, and your voices! We are tired of I.C.E. bringing violence to our communities and this administration spreading fear here and in other countries! Please share… See you there See more details • •
8	9 Posters for Progress! Posters for Progress! February 9, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Hermiston First United Methodist Church 191 E Gladys Ave Hermiston, OR 97838 Join local community organizers for Signs of Progress — a relaxed evening of creativity, connection, and collective action! There will be sign making, postcard writing, and conversation about the issues that matter most to us. Whether you’re passionate about local causes or just love good company and community spirit, there’s a place for you at the table. See more details Benton County Executive Board Benton County Executive Board February 9, 2026 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Meeting details will be provided over email from the Benton County Democrats Chair. See more details • •	10 Tri-cities Protest Tuesday Tri-cities Protest Tuesday February 10, 2026 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day. If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank. https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/ See more details Kennewick City Council Workshop Kennewick City Council Workshop February 10, 2026 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM See more details • •	11 Whistle Wednesdays - Kennewick Whistle Wednesdays - Kennewick February 11, 2026 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Mid-Columbia Library - Union Street 1620 S. Union Street Kennewick, WA 99338 Join together and help to put together whistle kits to be handed out in the community. We would love to see you there! See more details •	12 Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs February 12, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter. This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter. Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends. See more details •	13 Tri-City Democrats - Friday, February 13, 6:00 PM Tri-City Democrats - Friday, February 13, 6:00 PM February 13, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Round Table Pizza3201 W Court St, Pasco This month we'll meet at the round Table Pizza on Court Street in Pasco. February 13 at 6pm. Come gather with like-minded folks and share some fellowship, food and beverages. As is our normal practice, Tri-City Democrats will order several pizzas to share. We'll have the donation box available for those who care to financially support the group. Some of our generous members are likely to purchase pitchers of beer to share. If you want the salad bar or soft drinks, you are on your own for those items. At this writing, we do not have a planned program, but we will have 'Hate Has no Home Here' signs available. We will also briefly discuss our budget for 2026. For full details, including the address, and to RSVP see: https://www.meetup.com/tri-city-democrats/events/313259935/ See more details •	14
15	16 Posters for Progress! Posters for Progress! February 16, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Hermiston First United Methodist Church 191 E Gladys Ave Hermiston, OR 97838 Join local community organizers for Signs of Progress — a relaxed evening of creativity, connection, and collective action! There will be sign making, postcard writing, and conversation about the issues that matter most to us. Whether you’re passionate about local causes or just love good company and community spirit, there’s a place for you at the table. See more details •	17 Tri-cities Protest Tuesday Tri-cities Protest Tuesday February 17, 2026 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day. If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank. https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/ See more details Richland City Council Richland City Council February 17, 2026 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA See more details • •	18 Whistle Wednesdays - Pasco Whistle Wednesdays - Pasco February 18, 2026 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Pasco Library 1320 W. Hopkins St. Pasco, WA Join together and help to put together whistle kits to be handed out in the community. We would love to see you there! See more details •	19 Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs February 19, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter. This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter. Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends. See more details Franklin County Democratic Central Committee (FCDCC) Full Membership Meeting Franklin County Democratic Central Committee (FCDCC) Full Membership Meeting February 19, 2026 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM Location: Library, 1320 W Hopkins Street, Pasco Virtual Option (Zoom): https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9144488289?pwd=OENYNWRxR1VtQkVFT1RsMU13RlZLUT09 We’re excited to invite you to our February General Meeting on Thursday, February 19th! As always, we’ll kick things off with our community potluck at 5:30 PM, followed by the meeting at 6:00 PM. You can join us in person at the Pasco MCL Branch Library (1320 W. Hopkins) or on Zoom. We’d love to see you in whichever way works best for you. See more details • •	20	21
22	23 Posters for Progress! Posters for Progress! February 23, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Hermiston First United Methodist Church 191 E Gladys Ave Hermiston, OR 97838 Join local community organizers for Signs of Progress — a relaxed evening of creativity, connection, and collective action! There will be sign making, postcard writing, and conversation about the issues that matter most to us. Whether you’re passionate about local causes or just love good company and community spirit, there’s a place for you at the table. See more details •	24 Tri-cities Protest Tuesday Tri-cities Protest Tuesday February 24, 2026 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day. If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank. https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/ See more details Richland City Council Workshop Richland City Council Workshop February 24, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA See more details • •	25 Whistle Wednesdays - Kennewick Whistle Wednesdays - Kennewick February 25, 2026 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Mid-Columbia Library - Union Street 1620 S. Union Street Kennewick, WA 99338 Join together and help to put together whistle kits to be handed out in the community. We would love to see you there! See more details •	26 Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs February 26, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter. This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter. Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends. See more details BCDCC General Public Meeting BCDCC General Public Meeting February 26, 2026 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Meeting details will be provided over email from the Benton County Democrats Chair. See more details • •	27	28 Stitch & Story Circle with Indivisible Tri-Cities Stitch & Story Circle with Indivisible Tri-Cities February 28, 2026 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Richland Public Library Conference Room B 955 Northgate Richland, WA You’re invited to our next Stitch & Story Circle with Indivisible Tri-Cities! Join us for a cozy, welcoming morning of book discussion, community conversation, and knitting or crafting if you’d like. See more details •