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Democratic National Committee, September 5, 2025

Posted on September 5, 2025

A Message from the DNC National Training Team

****If you have not yet subscribed to the Training Newsletter, sign up HERE****

Hello Democrats,

It’s almost National Voter Registration Day! The DNC is hosting a National Voter Registration Day Week of Action! Join the DNC Organizing Team on National Voter Registration Day for a virtual Voter Reg-a-thon! At this event, you will be trained on how to become a Vote Captain and leverage your personal relationships to register new voters and ensure your network’s registration is up to date.


Plus, hear from key speakers on the importance of voter registration and the DNC’s plan to register more voters across the country.

RSVP FOR THE VOTER REGISTRATION TRAINING!

Host a Voter Registration Event in Your Community!📋 

👉Participate in National Voter Registration Week of Action (9/15-9/22)
VR Drive Trainings start September 8th
The DNC is launching a national voter registration week of action the week of 9/15

  • Sign up to host a VR Drive in your community!
  • Sign up for a training on how to host a VR Drive!
    • Monday Sept 8
    • Thursday Sept 11
  • Sign up for our virtual Voter Reg-a-Thon!

      Don’t forget to also help your friends and family stay in the loop about the DNC National Training Team’s upcoming events by encouraging them to sign up for our email list and the DNC Victory Vault to access a google drive of past training and resource guides. Thank you for doing your part to win elections up and down the ballot for Democrats!

      As always, please reach out to training@dnc.org if you have any questions or training needs.

      Onward,

      Morgan Hine

      DNC National Training Director


      Upcoming Trainings in the Democratic Ecosystem

      This month, the National Training Team is highlighting training opportunities from our partner organizations. Here are some upcoming events from our Sister Committees and partners that you can share with your networks and other Democrats in your state!

      National Democratic Training Committee

      • Run for Elected Office – 5 part online course
      • Rural Canvassing, September 18th
      • Bootcamp with NDTC and Washoe Dems, September 13 in Reno, NV
      • Find other trainings from the NDTC Team HERE.

      LGBTQ+ Victory Institute

      • Time2Run Webinar, October 27th on Zoom.
      • Candidate and Campaign 101 Training, December 4th in Washington, DC.
      • Find other trainings from the LGBTQ+ Victory Institute Team HERE.

      Emerge America

      • Signature Program, an in-depth 6-month, 70-hour, training program that inspires candidates to run and gives them the tools to win.
      • Emerge Bootcamp, the next National Virtual Boot Camp will be held on Zoom from Thursday, January 22 – Sunday, February 1, 2026 for 2026 candidates.

      Democratic Municipal Officials

      • DMO Summit from September 18-20 in Durham, NC.

      ARENA

      • Apply to the next Arena Academy Training.

      Happy training to all the amazing Democrats stepping up to run for local office, and those who are continuously working to support their campaigns!

      DNC Victory Vault

      The DNC Victory Vault contains on-demand training resources — tailored toward volunteers, community organizers, activists, and campaigns — covering a variety of grassroots organizing skills. The DNC Victory Vault continues to grow, with new additions added periodically as resources become available. New members are added each Wednesday, and you must use a Gmail account to register in order to access the Victory Vault Google Drive folder. Check out our Victory Vault instructions if you have trouble accessing the DNC Victory Vault once you receive your email invitation.

      The DNC Victory Vault resources are meant for educational purposes only. DNC Victory Vault materials are not downloadable or shareable. Any individual interested in viewing the DNC Victory Vault resources must complete the application in order to request access. We reserve the right to remove individuals from any and all DNC training resources in the event of inappropriate use.

      Join the Victory Vault!

      JOB OPPORTUNITIES

      DNC Talent Bank

      The DNC Talent Bank is a resource to help state parties and campaigns find the best applicants for a wide range of positions, from field organizers to digital directors to communications staff and more.

      If you are interested in pursuing a campaign position, please sign up for the DNC Talent Bank to receive information on available positions and other career opportunities. All levels of experience and fields of interest are encouraged to apply.

      Jobs in the states through state parties:

      Many of our state parties are hiring new staff! Check out the DNC State Party Jobs page to apply.

      Check out other Job Pages from our Sister Committees:

      DLCC:

      • https://dlcc.org/careers/

      DSCC:

      • https://www.dscc.org/about-us/jobs/

      DCCC:

      • https://dccc.org/jobs/
      • DCCC Talent Bank

      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!

      CONNECT WITH US

      • Text “Training” to 43367 to stay updated on DNC training opportunities and other insider DNC news! (By texting 43367, you are consenting to receive recurring and/or automated text messages and calls from the DNC. Text STOP to stop, HELP for Help. For SMS, msg & data rates may apply. Democrats.org/privacy-policy)
      • Want to be part of an online community of Democrats, get involved at the local level, and stay up to date on events happening in your state? Click HERE to volunteer.

      HAPPY TRAINING!

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      Today is the LAST DAY TO VOTE!You have until 8:00pm to drop off your ballot. ---- Ballot Drop Box Locations ----📍Kennewick- Benton County Campus, 7122 W. Okanogan Place (Drive up)- Benton County Elections, 7122 W. Okanogan Place Bldg. F- Finley Middle School, 37208 S. Finley Road- Kennewick City Hall, 524 S. Auburn Street (Drive up)📍Richland- Badger Mountain Community Park, Keene Road (Drive up)- Jefferson Park, Symons Street- WSU Tri-Cities, 2770 Crimson Way (Drive up)📍West Richland- West Richland City Hall, 3100 Belmont Blvd. (Drive up)- West Richland Library, 3803 W. Van Giesen Street (Drive up)📍Benton City- City Hall, 1009 Dale Avenue📍Prosser- Prosser Courthouse, 620 Market Street ... See MoreSee Less

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      FYI - It’s too late to mail your ballot!You will need to drop it off at an official drop box by November 4th at 8 PM.You can check that your ballot was received, find drop box locations, and get all your last-minute voting info in the Indivisible Tri-Cities WA Voter Toolbox:👉 linktr.ee/IndivisibleTriCitiesVoterTools🗳️ Tri-Cities! It’s too late to mail your ballot.✅ Instead, drop it off at an official drop box by November 4th at 8 PM.You can check that your ballot was received, find drop box locations, and get all your last-minute voting info in our Voter Toolbox:👉 linktr.ee/IndivisibleTriCitiesVoterToolsEvery vote matters. Let’s finish strong! 💪#GetOutTheVote #IndivisibleTriCitiesWA ... See MoreSee Less

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      Your voice matters. The decisions shaping our neighborhoods, schools, housing, transit, and quality of life are made right here.VOTE NOW!You have ONE WEEK left to fill out your ballot! Election Day is on November 4th. ... See MoreSee Less

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      There has been a lot of conversation and questions regarding the City of Richland Charter Amendment Measure No. 1 (aka Richland Districting). Background:Since Richland was incorporated, 67 years ago, its population has more than doubled (from 24,000 to over 60,000) and its land area has significantly expanded (from 8 square miles to 35 square miles). In a nutshell:The current at-large system, which was adopted in 1958, means that everyone in Richland votes for all 7 City Council positions. Many citizens of Richland have felt under represented and argue that the city has outgrown its current at-large system. ✅ Voting YES on Measure No. 1 supports changing the City Council election structure so that five of the seven council members are elected by geographic district. This is intended to improve accountability and achieve more even representation across the city.❌ Voting No on Measure No. 1 supports keeping the City Council election structure the way that it is.Richland voters, the choice is yours. Do you feel fairly represented by the current system? Or would you rather have council members serve both their district and the city? -------------- Need more details? Here are some common questions:❓ Question: How were the districts created?Answer: The districts were created by following Washington State law using 2020 census population data and GIS precinct data layers. The district boundaries are contiguous, and are equal in population. Council members serve both their district and the city as a whole, preserving teamwork while preventing lockstep conformity. - A Better Richland (ABR) used the state law (RCW 29A.76.010) and guidance from the Municipal Research and Services Center to draw the districts.- The state law requires 1) each district be as close as possible in population, 2) that the districts be composed of whole precincts, and 3) the precincts in a district be contiguous.- Each proposed district has almost exactly 12,000 residents per 2020 census data. The population of each Richland precinct (a geographical area defined by the state for electoral purposes) varies from 361 to 2,219 people. The whole, contiguous precincts for each district are listed in the proposed charter amendment.❓ Question: What is going on with the Proposed District 2?This proposed district takes that particular shape due to the population density in that area and the guidelines listed above (continuous districts with approximately 12,000 residents).❓ Question: Is this politically motivated? Is this gerrymandering?Answer: The proposal is a non-partisan effort supported by Richland voters across the political spectrum. Claims that districts are politically motivated or gerrymandered are completely unfounded. Check out the proposed district boundaries at abetterrichland.com and decide for yourself: experience.arcgis.com/experience/40eb8af4aef640b5a5cba2ef523b1bc2/page/Page?org=s-d-gSources:app.leg.wa.gov/rcw/default.aspx?cite=29A.76.010mrsc.org/explore-topics/elections/basics/district-based-elections?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZB...www.abetterrichland.com/charter-amendment-1 www.sos.wa.gov/elections/data-research/reports-data-and-statistics/precinct-shapefiles?fbclid=IwZ... ... See MoreSee Less

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      Still not sure who or what to vote for?Here are two great nonpartisan resources:✅ TriCitiesVote.com is a nonpartisan, community-driven website that provides key information—including candidates' views, donors, and endorsements—to help you make informed decisions.✅ Indivisible Tri-Cities Voter Tool (linktr.ee/IndivisibleTriCitiesVoterTools) is a one-stop guide for local voters. From Essential Voting Links to Get To Know Your Candidates, everything you need is in one convenient place!And don’t forget to VOTE! ... See MoreSee Less

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      Party Calendar

      November 2025

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      • TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

        TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

        November 4, 2025  3:45 PM - 5:45 PM
        John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

        "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:45pm to 5:45PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
        https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

        See more details

      • Richland City Council

        Richland City Council

        November 4, 2025  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
        Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

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      • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

        Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

        November 6, 2025  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

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      • Benton County Executive Board

        Benton County Executive Board

        November 10, 2025  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
        Meeting details will be provided over email from the Benton County Democrats Chair.

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      • TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

        TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

        November 11, 2025  3:45 PM - 5:45 PM
        John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

        "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:45pm to 5:45PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
        https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

        See more details

      • Kennewick City Council Workshop

        Kennewick City Council Workshop

        November 11, 2025  6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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      • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

        Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

        November 13, 2025  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

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      • Tri-City Democrats - Friday, November 14, 6:00 PM

        Tri-City Democrats - Friday, November 14, 6:00 PM

        November 14, 2025  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
        Round Table Pizza 3201 W Court St, Pasco

        Greetings fellow Democrats!

        It's getting cold out, so we're going to move indoors for our winter gatherings. This month we'll meet at the round Table Pizza on Court Street in Pasco. November 14 at 6pm Pacific. 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 are also in the process of proposing some minor alterations to our bylaws, which we may discuss briefly and possibly vote on.

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      • TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

        TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

        November 18, 2025  3:45 PM - 5:45 PM
        John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

        "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:45pm to 5:45PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
        https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

        See more details

      • Richland City Council

        Richland City Council

        November 18, 2025  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
        Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

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      • NDTC PCO Training - What is a Democratic Precinct Chair?

        NDTC PCO Training - What is a Democratic Precinct Chair?

        November 19, 2025  10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
        Richland Public Library Conference Room B

        It is recognized this time is not convenient for working people. It is likely the National Democratic Training Committee will record this training and make it available at a future date.

        If you are able to attend we look forward to seeing you there.

        Karen and Ken Buxton

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      • BADGER FORUM: Transgender Athletes Participation in School Sports

        BADGER FORUM: Transgender Athletes Participation in School Sports

        November 20, 2025  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
        https://badgers.clubexpress.com/content.aspx?page_id=4091&club_id=392306

        The Columbia Basin Badger Club invites you to join a thoughtful and respectful discussion on transgender athlete participation in school sports. This timely program explores the complex intersection of athletics, identity, fairness, and inclusion.

        As communities and schools navigate evolving policies and perspectives, our goal is to promote understanding through civil discourse and informed dialogue.

        See more details

      • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

        Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

        November 20, 2025  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.

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      • Indivisible Book and Knitting Club

        Indivisible Book and Knitting Club

        November 22, 2025  11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
        Richland Public Library, Conference Rm B

        Book this month:

        Dreaming of Home: How We Turn Fear Into Pride, Power, and Real Change
        By: Christina Jiménez

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      • TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

        TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

        November 25, 2025  3:45 PM - 5:45 PM
        John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

        "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:45pm to 5:45PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
        https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

        See more details

      • Richland City Council Workshop

        Richland City Council Workshop

        November 25, 2025  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
        Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

        See more details

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      • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

        Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

        November 27, 2025  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

        November 27, 2025  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
        Meeting details will be provided over email from the Benton County Democrats Chair.

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