WSDCC – February 6, 2026

MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR

Happy Friday, Washington Democrats! Just two days until the Hawks play in the Super Bowl!

(Protestors March During the General Strike)

Thank you to everyone who participated in the General Strike last Friday. Thousands of people around our state took to the streets to protest ICE and protect our neighbors. WA Democrats closed our office and halted all fundraising in solidarity with our peers in Minnesota and around the country.

Black History Month

Happy Black History Month! Washington Democrats honor and recognize the deep contributions of Black Americans to our democracy, to our country and to our state. This month honors Black struggles, experiences, and achievements. We commemorate this month to pay our respects with open arms and solidarity in the struggle for justice. As we celebrate the 100th anniversary of the creation of Black History Month, we must remember to celebrate Black History every day, not just during February.

Democrats Fight Back

U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell demanded that the Trump-Vance DOJ give up on its demands to access state voter registration databases. Noting the “apparent ransom” that Attorney General Pam Bondi demands for decreasing ICE presence in Minnesota, the letter is also a response to the lawsuit against Washington state, which has also protected voter privacy from federal overreach. Senator Cantwell also publicly declared, “Democracies don’t grow on trees. They need to be protected, defended, and fought for.” Thank you, Senator Cantwell for fighting for our data privacy and defending the best elections system in the country!

U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal launched the “Monopoly Busters” caucus in Congress this year and held its first field hearing in Seattle last week. Focusing on rising food prices, Congresswoman Jayapal was joined by Governor Bob Ferguson who spoke about his work as Attorney General to block the merger between Albertsons and Kroger. This was not an official Congressional field hearing because Republicans in Congress are too busy carrying water for the Trump-Vance Administration and cutting taxes for billionaires to focus on lowering costs for the working class.

In the state legislature, Senate Bill 5973 is working its way through the halls of Olympia. This legislation would reform the initiative process, ending the exploitative practice of paying signature gatherers “per signature,” which encourages fraud and sharing misinformation. While testimony for SB5973 and its companion in the House (HB2259) are closed, you can still reach out to your legislators to let them know you support these common sense reforms!

Working for Washington

Last Friday, Washington Democrats turned the keys of our social media accounts over to the Washington High School Democrats as they advocated for education funding, environmental protections, and other issues particularly important to young people. I am so proud of these students who are working to represent young voices in our democratic process.

On Monday, Washington State Democratic Committee Members took part in their own advocacy day to support the Millionaire’s Tax, banning masks for law enforcement, funding to meet the needs of low-income children, protecting the right to unionize, opposing the privatization of public schools, and making our tax system less regressive. If you would like to discuss how you can assist the Advocacy Committee, please contact partyaffairs@wa-democrats.org.

With the Big Game on Sunday, Washington Democrats are working with the organization Contra-ICE to ensure we meet this moment and make an impact. I will be down in Santa Clara, working with organizers to build our message that ICE must get OUT of our communities. We are asking everyone to share the above image on your social media networks during the Bad Bunny half time show along with pictures from your Super Bowl parties to show the solidarity we have with our immigrant neighbors, friends, and family members. You can learn more about the efforts here.

When We Count Fellowship
I’m excited to share with you the DNC’s new organizing effort, the When We Count Fellowship. This is a new DNC program to build Democratic voter registration in key states – and you can be part of it. Apply to be a When We Count Fellow and join a national cohort of emerging organizers who will make the difference in upcoming elections. Apply today!

Delegate Election Process for 2026 State Convention
Every two years, Washington Democrats host a state convention for delegates across the state to vote on amendments to the party platform, resolutions, and charter and bylaw amendments. Any self-identified Democrat in Washington state may run to be elected as a delegate to the state convention. I encourage you to run! This year’s Convention will be in Spokane, June 19-21! 

Delegates impact our official positions on today’s biggest policy issues, represent their community’s needs and values, connect with leaders from around the state, and teach and learn more about the Washington Democrats alongside other activists and party members.

Anyone willing to publicly identify as a Democrat may run to be a delegate. There is no age limit, but candidates must reside in the legislative district for which they are running to be a delegate in. 1,171 state delegates will be elected alongside 490 alternates from Washington’s 49 legislative districts. State delegates will be elected by their Legislative District Party Organizations (LPOs) to represent their district at the 2026 Washington State Democratic Convention. The Online Delegate Self-Nomination Portal opens on January 1, 2026 at this link. Those with questions should email partyaffairs@wa-democrats.org.

• Rally, Protest, and Gather
  • Anytime – Sign up to receive ICE Mobilization Alerts for communities in Washington state. Sign up here.
  • Tuesday, February 10 – Millionaires Tax Rally, 11:30AM-1PM, Capitol Steps, Olympia. Sign up here.
  • Tuesday, February 10  – Indivisible Eastside Postcard Writing, 10AM-11:30AM, multiple locations. Details here.
  • Saturday, March 28 – No Kings Rally. Sign up for updates on times and locations.

• Send us details on rallies and protests in your communities 
  • Email details to press@wa-democrats.org

• Donate
  • If you would like to see less Washington D.C. and more Washington state in your community, please DONATE to The Real Washington Fund – our rapid response account to counter MAGA’s chaos with real organizing, real solutions, and real results. We can’t do the work of holding Republicans accountable without your support.

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DEMOCRATS IN THE NEWS

Man detained after lunging at Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar at town hall in Minneapolis,
King5

State receives $1 million in emergency funds to help dislocated workers affected by December’s flooding,
The News Tribune

Millionaires tax legislation officially introduced by Washington state Democrats,
KOMONews

Vancouver residents join voices decrying ICE during Latino Legislative Day at Capitol,
The News Tribune

First woman popularly elected to WA Supreme Court will retire after 33 years,
The Columbian

Trump tried to gut science researching funding. Courts and Congress have rebuffed him.,
NBC News

Washington state lawmakers take on data center costs,
Axios

WHAT I’M WATCHING

Super Bowl LX,

NFL

The Seattle Seahawks will take on the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX on Sunday at 3:30PM. I’ll be down in Santa Clara, working to leverage the largest global audience for a sporting event to spread our message: ICE OUT! I hope you will join our efforts by posting the graphic we shared above and share pictures of your own Super Bowl parties to show our solidarity with immigrant communities.

Thanks for all you do,

Chair Shasti Conrad

Washington State Democratic Party

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We sincerely thank you for your help and support.

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Seattle, WA 98194
United States