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Emerge – October 30, 2025

Posted on October 30, 2025

Are you gearing up to run for office? We’re here to help. 

Apply for the Virtual National Signature Training Program

This is the only virtual, 70-hour in-depth training that inspires democratic women candidates to run and provides the tools, skills, and network to win. This is a unique opportunity for those planning to run for public office in the next  2 – 5 years (through 2030).

The Signature Program runs from February through June 2026, tuition is $750. Payment plans, fundraising your tution, and scholarships are available as payment methods. 

For more details, click here to review the schedule & curriculum. The deadline to apply is Saturday, Nov. 15.

If you have questions about our National Virtual training programs, please contact Jamie Lynn Maniscalco, Deputy National Training Director, Jamie@EmergeAmerica.org.


The Emerge training centers women of the New American Majority – Black, Brown, and Indigenous women, women of color, LGBTQ+, young, and unmarried women. In building a reflective democracy, we know the value of developing leaders who have the passion and skills to bring their community’s voice to the decision-making table.

Today, we have more than 1,200 Emerge alums serving in elected office throughout the country, and over 6,500 women trained.
Our alums have a 71% win rate, and Emerge alums are nearly six times more likely to win.

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    Party Calendar

    September 2026

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    1
    • BADGER FORUM: Laliik: Sacred Mountain in Bureaucratic Quagmire

      BADGER FORUM: Laliik: Sacred Mountain in Bureaucratic Quagmire

      September 1, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
      https://badgers.clubexpress.com/content.aspx?page_id=722&club_id=392306&emtid=3209205288255

      Our iconic Rattlesnake Mountain is known as Laliik to Native Americans, for whom the mountain has been sacred for millennia.  The oft repeated and dubious local claim that it's the tallest treeless mountain neglects the true significance of its geology and ecology.  Its incorporation into the Hanford Site in 1943 initiated a complex history of federal involvement, culminating in its current and persistent off-limits status.   

      This forum will describe the mountain's history, geology, ecology, and cultural significance and seek to understand perspectives on possible futures for one of the region's treasures.

      See more details

    • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

      Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

      September 1, 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/

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    • Richland City Council

      Richland City Council

      September 1, 2026  7:30 PM - 8:30 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

      September 3, 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

    • Duresky Live YouTube District-Wide Townhall, Thursday, Sept 3rd 7-8:00 PM

      Duresky Live YouTube District-Wide Townhall, Thursday, Sept 3rd 7-8:00 PM

      September 3, 2026  7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
      https://www.johnduresky4congress.com/events/youtube-live-townhall-district-wide

      Join John Duresky for Live YouTube District-Wide Townhall, Thursday, September 3rd, 7:00-8:00PM.

      Save this link to attend! https://youtube.com/live/pNofS0fkITM?feature=share

      Text questions to: 509-492-2205

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    • Indivisible-Tri-Cities First Friday Happy Hour

      Indivisible-Tri-Cities First Friday Happy Hour

      September 4, 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!

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    • No One Is Above the Law: Monthly Hermiston Visibility Rally

      No One Is Above the Law: Monthly Hermiston Visibility Rally

      September 5, 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

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    • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

      Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

      September 8, 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

      September 8, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

      See more details

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    • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

      Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

      September 10, 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

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    • Tri-City Democrats - Friday, September 11, 6:00 PM

      Tri-City Democrats - Friday, September 11, 6:00 PM

      September 11, 2026  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
      Round Table Pizza, 3201 W Court St, Pasco, WA 99301, USA

      It's September, and time for our monthly gathering. We'll meet on September 11 at 6pm.  We are inviting candidates who have made it through the primary to come visit with us. We will also have 'Hate Has no Home Here' and 'Vote Blue' signs available.

      We are hoping that the weather will cooperate for a picnic at the farm - 4501 W Lattin Ct, West Richland, WA. If it's hot, we have plenty of shade and misters and sprinklers to take the edge off the heat. If it's cool, we have firepits and patio heaters to take the edge off the chill. We have the Pasco Round Table reserved in the event that the weather does not cooperate, and we'll make a final announcement on Wednesday the 9th. Come gather with like-minded folks and share some fellowship, food and beverages. If we are picnicking, bring a dish to share, and Tri-City Democrats will provide utensils and plates, and napkins. If we're at the pizza location, TCD will purchase an assortment of pizzas to share. You're on your own for salad bar and beverages, though there are usually pitchers of beer provided by fellow members. We'll have the donation box available for those who care to financially support the group.

      https://www.meetup.com/tri-city-democrats/events/315969142/

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    • Benton County Executive Board

      Benton County Executive Board

      September 14, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
      Meeting details will be provided over email from the Benton County Democrats Chair.

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    • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

      Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

      September 15, 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

      September 15, 2026  7:30 PM - 8:30 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

      September 17, 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 General Meeting

      Franklin County General Meeting

      September 17, 2026  5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
      Teamsters Local Union 839, 1103 W Sylvester St #1, Pasco, WA 99301, USA

      📍Location: Teamsters Local 839, 1103 W Sylvester Street, Pasco

      ⌚️5:30 p.m. (Potluck /Social) - 6:00 p.m. (Meeting begins)
      Or join us via Zoom Here

      Hello Democrats,

      Please note that for the next 3 meetings we will have our monthly meetings at LOCAL TEAMSTERS 839. We are grateful for their hospitality. Please save those dates:

      September, 17th
      October, 15th
      November 12th (Special meeting date) 

      This month we will have a presentation on the NO I-645 ballot initiative and will vote to endorse. 

      Also we are asking all voters to check their registration AND to NOT mail your ballots, instead, drop them off at your nearest drop box location and check that your ballot was accepted. Here is the link to check your voting registration 

      Franklin County Democrats, let’s support our endorsed candidates! Have you checked out our new website? Please consider contributing to our party; you can do so on our website or come talk to us during the meeting or give me a call/txt or email. Here is the link  to our website. 

      Democratically yours,

      Ana Ruiz Kennedy, Chair & Franklin Democrats Executive Board

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    • Duresky Canvassing Event

      Duresky Canvassing Event

      September 19, 2026  9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
      CSA Building - 713 Jadwin Ave, Richland

      Ballots will be arriving to voters next month and the conversations we have with our neighbors will make a difference.

      Whether you've knocked thousands of doors or this would be your very first time, we'd love to have you on the team. Training, materials, and turf in both Franklin and Benton Counties will be provided.

      See more details

    • Indivisible - Tri-Cities Working Meeting

      Indivisible - Tri-Cities Working Meeting

      September 19, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
      Mid-Columbia Library (Union) 1620 S. Union Street Kennewick, WA 99338

      Our monthly Indivisible Tri-Cities meetings are all about taking action in our community.📆

      💬We’ll be talking about what’s happening, how our community organizations are stepping up, and how we can help. We’ll also start planning for upcoming events.

      🗣️We want to hear from you! Your ideas and input matter.

      ✊This is how we build power together. Come connect, learn, and take action with us. See you there!

      If you're able, please bring a non-perishable food item for donation. We strive to collect these resources at every Indivisible Tri-Cities event, on behalf of our community partners.

      See more details

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    • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

      Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

      September 22, 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

      September 22, 2026  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
      Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

      See more details

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    • 8th Legislative District Democrats: General Meeting

      8th Legislative District Democrats: General Meeting

      September 23, 2026  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
      https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84548458341

      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.

       

      Proposed Agenda:

      Call to Order 

      Delegates Discussion

      Visibility Events and Volunteers

      Candidates and Future Goals

      Good of the Order - Thoughts, Concerns, Achievements, Comments, Questions

      Adjourn

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    24
    • BADGER FORUM: Extraordinary Foundations: The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution

      BADGER FORUM: Extraordinary Foundations: The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution

      September 24, 2026  12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
      https://badgers.clubexpress.com/content.aspx?page_id=722&club_id=392306&emtid=3227443100568

      As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, this forum will detail how remarkable it and the Constitution were. Professors Jamie Mayerfeld (UW) and Johann Neem (WWU) will explain how Jefferson, Hamilton, Madison, and others, based on principles gleaned from the ancient history of the Greeks and Romans, along with contemporary ideas of the Enlightenment, forged an unprecedented synthesis, resulting in a paradigm shift in governance from monarchy to self-determination.

      It wasn’t easy.

      In this hybrid program these professors will explain the context, the struggles, and the underlying principles anchored in these two founding documents to help us gain a deeper appreciation of how our country brought forth a new age of liberty and governance, one determined by “We the People….”

      See more details

    • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

      Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

      September 24, 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

      September 24, 2026  5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
      Richland Public Library, 955 Northgate Dr, Richland, WA 99352, USA

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    • BCDCC General Public Meeting

      BCDCC General Public Meeting

      September 24, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
      Locations are at various venues around the county. Please subscribe to the BCDCC mailing list to receive a notification.

      Zoom Link

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    • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

      Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

      September 29, 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/

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