Web Log – Page 8 – Benton County Democrats

March For Our Lives – April 29, 2026

Posted on April 29, 2026

A gun lobby group, Firearms Policy Coalition, recently launched a fundraising campaign in opposition to…my birthday. Their email told supporters they could give me “the middle finger” by donating to them. They even offered…

Moms Rising – April 29, 2026

Posted on April 29, 2026

Dear Friend, Something is happening that we all need to pay attention to. Across the country women continue to lose the ability to make decisions about their own bodies in increasingly horrific…

Indivisible Tri-Cities Do Something – April 29, 2026

Posted on April 29, 2026

Click here to see the full Do Something 2026-04-29 This week please join an Indivisible event!! Also, please find and like us on our new Facebook page LINK Look forward to seeing…

Northwest Immigrant Rights Project – April 28, 2026

Posted on April 28, 2026

These are difficult times for immigrant communities, with harmful policies and practices continuing to shape people’s lives in profound ways. And in this moment, Northwest Immigrant Rights Project (NWIRP) is working to…

WSDCC – April 28, 2026

Posted on April 28, 2026

Hi there, This Friday, May 1, is International Workers’ Day. And across Washington and the country, people are coming together to take action. After the momentum of the recent No Kings Day mobilizations,…

Showing Up for Racial Justice – April 28, 2026

Posted on April 28, 2026

There are now over 3,000 May Day actions in all 50 states. School districts across the country are shutting down on May 1 because teachers and students are planning walk outs. Actions…

WA Immigrant Solidarity Network – April 28, 2026

Posted on April 28, 2026

[Español Abajo] WAISN’s Deportation Defense Hotline and Rapid Response Teams receive reports related to immigration enforcement activity across Washington, including calls for post-detention support, sightings of immigration enforcement, and urgent alerts about…

	May 2026
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					1 Students Rise Up on May Day: Whitman College Students Rise Up on May Day: Whitman College May 1, 2026 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Whitman College 345 Boyer Ave Walla Walla, WA 99362 https://www.mobilize.us/surj/event/941779/ We’ve watched as college gets more expensive, ICE kidnaps our friends, politicians go to war on our dime, good jobs disappear, and our futures get more uncertain. Billionaires want to rig the system, but we’re rising up on May Day because the system can’t function without us! All are welcome - students, workers, alumni, and community members! We'll be meeting at 12pm for a rally to demand affordability, freedom, and safety at our school. Bring your own signs! See more details [Sunnyside, WA] May Day 2026: Workers Over Billionaires [Sunnyside, WA] May Day 2026: Workers Over Billionaires May 1, 2026 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM https://www.mobilize.us/surj/event/946236/ Because when the billionaires break every rule, it’s going to take more than a rally to stop them. Our Demands for May 1st - Tax the rich so our families, not their fortunes, come first. - No ICE. No war. No private army serving unchecked federal power. - Expand democracy, not corporate power. Hands off our vote. Together we will be flexing our collective muscle in a tremendous day of power - showing our unity through a day of marches, rallies, and actions including No Work No School No Shopping in many cities. See more details Indivisible-Tri-Cities First Friday Happy Hour Indivisible-Tri-Cities First Friday Happy Hour May 1, 2026 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Moonshot Brewing, 8804 W Victoria Ave # 140, Kennewick, WA 99336, USA Join us for socializing and having some fun! See more details Zillah May Day Strong, May Day 2026: Workers Over Billionaires Zillah May Day Strong, May Day 2026: Workers Over Billionaires May 1, 2026 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM 1st Ave 1st Ave and Vintage Valley Parkway Zillah, WA 98953 https://www.mobilize.us/surj/event/940532/ We are going to stand on Zillah’s busiest intersection with signs expressing our dissatisfaction with our elected government officials. Because when the billionaires break every rule, it’s going to take more than a rally to stop them. Our Demands for May 1st - Tax the rich so our families, not their fortunes, come first. - No ICE. No war. No private army serving unchecked federal power. - Expand democracy, not corporate power. Hands off our vote. Together we will be flexing our collective muscle in a tremendous day of power - showing our unity through a day of marches, rallies, and actions including No Work No School No Shopping in many cities. See more details • • • •	2 Cinco de Mayo Parade and Festival Cinco de Mayo Parade and Festival May 2, 2026 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM https://www.pasco-wa.gov/1521/Cinco-de-Mayo As we come together as nuestra familia de corazon, the Cinco de Mayo Parade & Festival is more than just an event; it's a celebration of what makes our community unique and vibrant. Don't miss out on the opportunity to be part of this transformative experience. Gather your friends and family, and make plans to attend. We look forward to celebrating with you! See more details No One Is Above the Law: Monthly Hermiston Visibility Rally No One Is Above the Law: Monthly Hermiston Visibility Rally May 2, 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 • •
3 PCO Recognition lunch PCO Recognition lunch May 3, 2026 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Tri-Cities Food Co-op, 1420 Jadwin Ave, Richland, WA 99354, USA Benton County Precinct Committee Officers are invited to attend a hosted lunch and bring one person to attend with you. This is an opportunity to visit with other PCOs and share ideas and strategies for the upcoming primary and general elections. See more details •	4 Time To File For Benton County Democratic Precinct Committee Officer Time To File For Benton County Democratic Precinct Committee Officer May 4, 2026 - May 8, 2026 Link available after 8 AM on May 4th until 5 PM May 8th https://voter.votewa.gov/candidatefiling/candidatelogin.aspx?kiosk=1 See more details •	5 Time To File For Benton County Democratic Precinct Committee Officer Time To File For Benton County Democratic Precinct Committee Officer May 4, 2026 - May 8, 2026 Link available after 8 AM on May 4th until 5 PM May 8th https://voter.votewa.gov/candidatefiling/candidatelogin.aspx?kiosk=1 See more details Tri-cities Protest Tuesday Tri-cities Protest Tuesday May 5, 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 May 5, 2026 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA See more details • • •	6 Time To File For Benton County Democratic Precinct Committee Officer Time To File For Benton County Democratic Precinct Committee Officer May 4, 2026 - May 8, 2026 Link available after 8 AM on May 4th until 5 PM May 8th https://voter.votewa.gov/candidatefiling/candidatelogin.aspx?kiosk=1 See more details •	7 Time To File For Benton County Democratic Precinct Committee Officer Time To File For Benton County Democratic Precinct Committee Officer May 4, 2026 - May 8, 2026 Link available after 8 AM on May 4th until 5 PM May 8th https://voter.votewa.gov/candidatefiling/candidatelogin.aspx?kiosk=1 See more details Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs May 7, 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 • •	8 Time To File For Benton County Democratic Precinct Committee Officer Time To File For Benton County Democratic Precinct Committee Officer May 4, 2026 - May 8, 2026 Link available after 8 AM on May 4th until 5 PM May 8th https://voter.votewa.gov/candidatefiling/candidatelogin.aspx?kiosk=1 See more details Last Day To File For Precinct Committee Officers Last Day To File For Precinct Committee Officers May 8, 2026 See more details Tri-City Democrats - Friday, May 8, 6:00 PM Tri-City Democrats - Friday, May 8, 6:00 PM May 8, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM 4501 W Lattin Ct, West Richland, WA 99353, USA The weather is fine, so let's have a picnic at the farm for our May event. Friday, May 8, 6pm at 4501 W Lattin Ct, West Richland, WA. There's some chance it will be cool, but we'll have a fire pit and patio heaters and blankets to take the edge off. Bring a hoody! Come gather with like-minded folks and share some fellowship, food and beverages. Bring a dish to share, and Tri-City Democrats will provide utensils and plates, and napkins. We'll have the donation box available for those who care to financially support the group. For full details, including the address, and to RSVP see: https://www.meetup.com/tri-city-democrats/events/314619216/ See more details • • •	9
10	11 Last Day To Withdraw Precinct Committee Officers Candidacy Last Day To Withdraw Precinct Committee Officers Candidacy May 11, 2026 See more details Benton County Executive Board Benton County Executive Board May 11, 2026 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Meeting details will be provided over email from the Benton County Democrats Chair. See more details • •	12 Tri-cities Protest Tuesday Tri-cities Protest Tuesday May 12, 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 May 12, 2026 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM See more details • •	13	14 Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs May 14, 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 •	15	16
17	18	19 Tri-cities Protest Tuesday Tri-cities Protest Tuesday May 19, 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 May 19, 2026 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA See more details • •	20	21 Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs May 21, 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 •	22	23
24	25	26 Tri-cities Protest Tuesday Tri-cities Protest Tuesday May 26, 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 May 26, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA See more details • •	27 8th Legislative District Democrats: General Meeting 8th Legislative District Democrats: General Meeting May 27, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8842672252 Meeting Details: This meeting is for all residents of the 8th Legislative District to attend as their time permits. We encourage attendance by our PCOs and anyone who wishes to participate or contribute to the efforts of the 8th LD Democrats, as well as those seeking information on how they can help. 8th General Meetings will be held on the 4th Wednesday of every month unless otherwise stated. Proposed Agenda: Call to Order Adopt Agenda Prior Meeting Minutes Secretary's Report Treasurer's Report Chair's Report Vice-Chair Report Organizing Committee Elections Committee State Committee Members Platform and Resolutions Events & Tri-City Dems Candidates and Future Goals Good of the Order - Thoughts, Concerns, Achievements, Comments, Questions Adjourn See more details •	28 Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs May 28, 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 16th LD Democratic Party Call to Meeting 16th LD Democratic Party Call to Meeting May 28, 2026 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Every month on the Fourth Thu, until Jan 28, 2027, 11occurrence(s) Pleasedownload and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendarsystem. Monthly:https://us05web.zoom.us/meeting/tZUldO6hrzwuGd3-10krfe1QmS1Jo9tXBOs-/ics?icsToken=DJVFuCKh_Z4OoP_SCgAALAAAAFdu_ZAfRNNEgm3YY-r-IQJW5lTWuy29jBlclOVfmw-klIsBeuZV2F2PvUCBHbh0ht8yhdyefiR9fBmqRDAwMDAwMQ&meetingMasterEventId=AnaBeSvNSjeuG9ncdABDuA JoinZoom Meeting https://us05web.zoom.us/j/81837917439?pwd=5kiSQvuTavDmrRe8Vazfbia3G2yvfb.1 MeetingID: 818 3791 7439 Passcode:Dems2026 See more details 16th LD Meeting 16th LD Meeting May 28, 2026 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM https://us05web.zoom.us/j/81837917439?pwd=5kiSQvuTavDmrRe8Vazfbia3G2yvfb.1 Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system. Monthly: https://us05web.zoom.us/meeting/tZUldO6hrzwuGd3-10krfe1QmS1Jo9tXBOs-/ics?icsToken=DJVFuCKh_Z4OoP_SCgAALAAAAFdu_ZAfRNNEgm3YY-r-IQJW5lTWuy29jBlclOVfmw-klIsBeuZV2F2PvUCBHbh0ht8yhdyefiR9fBmqRDAwMDAwMQ&meetingMasterEventId=AnaBeSvNSjeuG9ncdABDuA Join Zoom Meeting https://us05web.zoom.us/j/81837917439?pwd=5kiSQvuTavDmrRe8Vazfbia3G2yvfb.1 Meeting ID: 818 3791 7439 Passcode: Dems2026 See more details BCDCC General Public Meeting BCDCC General Public Meeting May 28, 2026 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Meeting details will be provided over email from the Benton County Democrats Chair. Zoom Link See more details • • • •	29	30 Stitch & Story Circle Stitch & Story Circle May 30, 2026 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Cafe con Arte, 430 W Columbia St Suite A, Pasco, WA 99301, USA Join our Indivisible Tri-Cities book and knitting club every month for a warm and lively meetup. All readers and crafters are welcome! 📖Book choices include both fiction and nonfiction that are relevant to our goals of creating a just, inclusive, and equitable society for all. You do not have to read this month's book to join our meetup. 🧶Bring a craft to work on while we chat, or learn a new one from one of our members. You do not have to be a crafter to join our gathering. 👀There's no need to RSVP for a Stitch & Story Circle. This posting will be updated to indicate the exact day of the meetup and chosen book as soon as it's selected, so stay tuned! 📫To learn more, please email us at: education.indivisibletricities@gmail.com. See more details •
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March For Our Lives – April 29, 2026

Moms Rising – April 29, 2026

Indivisible Tri-Cities Do Something – April 29, 2026

Northwest Immigrant Rights Project – April 28, 2026

WSDCC – April 28, 2026

Showing Up for Racial Justice – April 28, 2026

WA Immigrant Solidarity Network – April 28, 2026

No Hate in Washington State – April 28, 2026

Public Disclosure Commission – April 27, 2026

National Democratic Training Social – April 27, 2026

Benton County WA Democrats

May 2026