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WSDCC – May 30, 2025

Posted on May 30, 2025

MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR

Happy Friday, Washington Democrats!

Happy early Pride Month! We’ll have more next week about how we plan to celebrate Washington’s vibrant LGBTQIA+ community!

Working for Washington

Chair Conrad at the Clinton Presidential Library in Little Rock, Arkansas

This past week, I attended the Association of State Democratic Committees meeting in Little Rock to share our best practices and receive training alongside other state parties. Everyone had an inspiring story to share from their state (even the deep red ones!) of the incredible passion and energy that Democrats are marshalling to take back our government in elections this year and next.

L to R: Vice Chair John Thompson, Chair Conrad, Executive Director Scott Forbes

As we visited the Little Rock 9 site, I was overcome by the history of these young students who stood up for justice against an unjust government. For those who are unfamiliar, in 1957, nine Black students went to high school to leave behind more than half a century of segregated education to embark on a new era of equality. They paid a personal price for their beliefs in equality, yet their sacrifice enabled others to achieve a more just future. As John Lewis, former Freedom Rider and U.S. Representative said, “If not us, then who? If not now, then when?”

Washington State Legislature Readout
Last week we also got the full look at everything our Democrats were able to accomplish in the 2025 Washington state legislative session. Here’s a quick look at some of the many victories we secured thanks to Democratic leadership in our state:

Rent Stabilization – Renters in Washington will now have clarity on how much their landlords can increase rent at the end of a lease. This legislation capped rent increases for existing tenants at 7% plus inflation or 10%, whichever is lower. Rent increases for manufactured homes are limited to 5%. Other housing bills allow for disabled veterans to qualify for property tax relief, created additional insurance options for condos, required cities to adopt rules for converting existing buildings into housing in commercial and mixed-use zones, limited the number of parking spaces cities and counties require for housing projects, reduced housing permit timelines, and expanded tax incentives to support affordable housing.

Right to Repair – Consumers can now get their phones and other devices repaired through small businesses, increasing competition and increasing affordability.

Permit-to-Purchase – The purchase, transfer, and possession of firearms now requires gun owners to obtain a state-issued permit. The permit requires gun safety training, expanded background checks, and other safety measures to promote responsible gun ownership.

Special Education Expansion – Students with disabilities that require special education can now access these services until the end of the school year in which they turn 22 years old. 

Recycling Reform Act – Washington is joining Canada and many European countries in “shifting the responsibility of managing how packaging gets recycled from consumers to brands and producers.” The new program will eventually decrease the cost of recycling for Washingtonians by 90%, boost recycling of materials covered by the bill by 66%, and expand recycling services to about 500,000 households by 2032!

Unemployment for Striking Workers – Unionized workers engaging in strike actions may now qualify for unemployment benefits.

Expand Veteran Services – Washington will hire more specialists to help veterans obtain the benefits they earned through their service.

Maritime Career Training – Increased opportunities for students to receive career training and education for jobs in Washington’s crucial maritime economy.

Medical Debt Protections – Increased protections for consumers by removing barriers created by medical debt.

Washington State Budget – Additional $1 billion to fund K-12 education, $15.5 billion transportation budget to maintain roads and vital infrastructure, $6.5 billion to protect Apple Health beneficiaries, additional $95 million for behavioral and mental health services, $1 billion for environmental protection and climate mitigation programs, $165 million in public safety funding.

Democrats Fighting Back

Our U.S. Senators Patty Murray and Maria Cantwell joined health care providers and advocates to sound the alarm that at least 274,000 Washingtonians are at risk of losing their health insurance thanks to the Republican reconciliation legislation. That includes approximately 194,000 Apple Health (Washington’s version of Medicaid) enrollees and approximately 79,000 Washingtonians who will lose their Affordable Care Act coverage. In fact, thanks to the Republicans inclusion of work requirements, 620,000 Washingtonians are at risk of losing their health care coverage or having it delayed because of a wall of new paperwork. The whole press conference is worth a watch – you can do so here.

Storybanking–Send Us Your Stories

WA Dems Director of Communications, Stephen Reed, gave a quick explainer on the impact of Trump’s tariffs on consumers this week. Click the image above or go here to watch!

Please send your stories about the impacts of Trump’s policies on your life and community. These stories put a human face on the policy implications of the lawless president and his enablers.

The best way to persuade people about the horrible impacts of Trump’s chaos is to share real stories from real people in their communities. Please consider sharing your own story of the direct impacts of Trump 2.0 on your life, by sending an email to press@wa-democrats.org that includes your name, contact information, which Washington community you reside in, the story you would like to share, and permission to share your story with the public. 

Our Communications team will be in touch within a few business days after you have reached out to help collect your story.

Call to Action

  • Help Our Neighbors in Kentucky and Missouri – Washington Democrats mourn the lives lost in Kentucky and Missouri from the recent deadly tornadoes. We urge everyone in a position to help our neighbors in these states to consider supporting the following organizations which are helping survivors on the ground.
    • Team Kentucky
    • Red Cross
    • City of St. Louis Tornado Response Fund
    • Gateway180 – Missouri’s largest emergency family shelter set up this Amazon Wishlist to provide essentials for families.
    • Center for Animal Rescue & Enrichment of St. Louis 
  • Support Rep. Jayapal’s College for All Act – Rep. Jayapal and Sen. Sanders are introducing their College for All Act this week and are asking for help to build support.
    • Download this letter for your U.S. Representative, sign it and send it via email to their staff. Follow up with a phone call to their Capitol Hill office through the switchboard at 202-224-3121.
    • Download this letter for your U.S. Senators, sign it and send it via email to their staff. Follow up with a phone call to their Capitol Hill office (phone numbers available here).
  • Rally, Protest, and Gather
    • Saturday, June 14 – NO KINGS Seattle Mass Protect from NOON-3PM. Location TBA. Sign up here.
    • Every Friday – Refuse Fascism Fridays in Everett at the Social Security Administration Office from 5PM-6:30PM. Sign up here.
    • Every Saturday  – Say It Saturday at B.A. Clark Park in Spokane. 3PM-5PM. Sign up here.
    • Every Monday – Mikey Mondays in Spokane outside the office of U.S. Representative Michael Baumgartner. Sign up here.
    • Every Tuesday – Tesla Tuesday in Liberty Lake from 4:30PM-5:30PM. Sign up here.
    • Every Wednesday – Musk or Us Protest in Redmond from 4PM-5PM. Sign up here.
  • 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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Republicans Behaving Badly

What Medicaid cuts passed by U.S. House could mean for WA,
Washington State Standard
At least 200,000 Washingtonians are at risk of losing their Apple Health coverage and our state could lose billions in federal funding thanks to Congressional Republicans’ disastrous budget. Only nine other states would see an even bigger loss in Medicaid coverage than Washington. If this GOP Budget becomes law, Washington hospitals will close, nursing homes will close, and prices for groceries, utilities and healthcare will go up.

Baumgartner, Newhouse help House pass Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ after GOP state lawmakers warn of Medicaid cuts,
The Spokesman-Review
70% of Rep. Newhouse’s constituents under 18 years old rely on Medicaid and more than half of Rep. Baumgartner’s do as well. Yet both of those Republican House Members voted for a bill that would cut at least 200,000 Washingtonians off Medicaid and result in hospitals closing. They have betrayed their constituents in order to appease Trump and their mega-millionaire donors with tax cuts.

Washington state GOP megadonor planning new round of initiatives on taxes, parents’ rights,
OPB
He’s baaaaack! Republican mega-donor and hedge fund manager Brian Heywood is planning a new slate of initiatives that would discriminate against trans students, wreck our state budget, and force cuts for services that help low-income families obtain healthcare and put food on the table. If you see any signature gatherers for Let’s Go Washington in your community, make sure people know they should not sign!

With rural libraries under attack, a Washington town rallies to defend its own, 
Barn Raiser Media
Republican State Sen. Shelly Short pledged to help fund an expansion of services at the Ferry County Library, until anti-LGBTQIA+ activists launched an effort to remove the Pride flag on display there. Despite the community rallying together and a 6-1 vote from local authorities affirming the library’s right to curate its collection as it wants, Sen. Short still won’t increase support for this vital community institution. This is a great story of how communities can overcome hate and the cowardice of their Republican elected leaders.

Democrats in the News

WA Democrats: GOP Medicaid cuts would gut $2B, threaten coverage for 274K, 
Everett Post

Ferguson warns ‘cruel’ Medicaid cuts would rip health care from 200K WA residents,
The Olympian

WA governor calls U.S. House Medicaid cuts ‘dire,’ vows to fight,
CascadePBS

Washington state governor calls on Reps. Newhouse, Baumgartner to explain ‘dire’ cuts to Medicaid,
The Chronicle

WA Gov. Ferguson signs Right to Repair bill into law,
Fox13

Parties offer varying tax estimates of what families will pay under Washington’s new budget,
The Columbian

Governor Bob Ferguson signs landmark bill to refine sentence reduction program for incarcerate
Hoodline

Wait, not everyone in WA recycles? How a new law may change that,
The Seattle Times

Looks like they made it, or not. Highlights from Washington’s 2025 legislative session,
KUOW

ICYMI: Under DNC Chair Martin’s leadership, Democrats build infrastructure in red states like Utah for the long-term,
DNC

What I’m Reading

Last Week Tonight with John Oliver: Trump & The Press,

HBO 

As institutions like higher education and the press come under relentless authoritarian assaults by the Trump administration, it is more important than ever that we stick together to fight back. In this episode, John highlights a Filipino journalist who stood against her country’s crackdown on a free press. She tells us we have to hold the line today because now is when we are at our most powerful. Harvard University has taken this to heart as they battle in court to preserve their academic freedom from the unlawful interference by the Trump administration. We must work to support all of the colleges and universities that are threatened by the Trump administration like Harvard and our own University of Washington.

Thanks for all you do,

Chair Shasti Conrad
Washington State Democratic Party


In 2024, Washington Democrats led the nation with sweeping electoral victories. Now, we’re fighting to elect a supermajority in Olympia, protect our swing seats in the House, and stand up to MAGA extremism across the country.

WA Dems empowers grassroots organizing and elects Democrats up and down the ballot. Your support fuels our fight to stop Trump and defend our democracy.

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Richland Voters! If you were unaware, Donald Landsman passed away on August 31, 2025. First and foremost, we’d like to send our deepest condolences to the entire Landsman family and we are keeping them in our thoughts during this difficult time.Regarding the upcoming election, you might be wondering what will happen if Donald Landsman wins the Richland City Council Position 4 seat.Under Washington law, Landsman is on the ballot because he won the primary election (on August 5, 2025) and his campaign is active. If he wins the general election, his seat will remain vacant until the Richland City Council appoints a successor. The position will then appear on the 2026 ballot, allowing voters to elect a candidate to complete the remainder of the four-year term.In short, if you vote for Landsman you are not actually voting for him, you are voting for the Richland City Council to pick a temporary successor. If you aren’t comfortable with that then let’s take a closer look at the other candidate running for the Richland City Council Position 4 seat: John Maier.As a young adult, John Maier is motivated to change Richland city codes to facilitate more affordable housing, to represent Richland’s needs with Ben Franklin Transit for longer service hours and more capacity for school trips, and to motivate others, especially young people, to engage in government. Learn more about him in your Voters’ Pamphlet.Do your research, know your candidates, and VOTE! ... See MoreSee Less

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October 2025

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    October 2, 2025  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    https://zoom.us/j/94107976607?pwd=qZeb9jUuH9e3DwVvukrhqxuwrNTWvv.1

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! Zoom link below, let me know if you need the mobile version. These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

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  • TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

    TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

    October 7, 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

    October 7, 2025  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

    October 9, 2025  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    https://zoom.us/j/94107976607?pwd=qZeb9jUuH9e3DwVvukrhqxuwrNTWvv.1

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! Zoom link below, let me know if you need the mobile version. These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

    See more details

  • MiniVan Training: Democrats University

    MiniVan Training: Democrats University

    October 9, 2025  5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
    https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/JAmvKeUER7yEYZtEgU2dBQ#/registration

    Information you provide when registering will be shared with the account owner and host and can be used and shared by them in accordance with their Terms and Privacy Policy.

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  • Tri-City Democrats - Friday, October 10, 6:00 PM

    Tri-City Democrats - Friday, October 10, 6:00 PM

    October 10, 2025  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    4501 W Lattin Ct, West Richland

    Greetings fellow Democrats!

    This will be our last picnic of the season! We'll have a potluck picnic at the ranch (4501 W Lattin Ct, West Richland) at 6pm on October 10. There will be a firepit and patio heaters if it gets chilly. Many of the candidates that we're supporting will bring their campaign materials for us to prep and take home for distribution. Come gather with like-minded folks and share some fellowship, food and beverages.

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  • Benton County Executive Board

    Benton County Executive Board

    October 13, 2025  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Meeting details will be provided over email from the Benton County Democrats Chair.

    See more details

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  • TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

    TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

    October 14, 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

    October 14, 2025  6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    October 16, 2025  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    https://zoom.us/j/94107976607?pwd=qZeb9jUuH9e3DwVvukrhqxuwrNTWvv.1

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! Zoom link below, let me know if you need the mobile version. 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

    October 16, 2025  5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Location: Library, 1320 W Hopkins Street, Pasco Virtual Option (Zoom): https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9144488289?pwd=OENYNWRxR1VtQkVFT1RsMU13RlZLUT09

    Please join us for our October general meeting happening this Thursday the 16th. We will have our usual potluck at 5:30pm and with the meeting starting at 6pm. Our meeting will be both in person at the Pasco MCL Branch Library (1320 W. Hopkins) and on zoom

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  • NO KINGS Zillah Washington

    NO KINGS Zillah Washington

    October 18, 2025  10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    1st Avenue & Vintage Valley Parkway Zillah, WA 98953

    **In Zillah, we don’t put up with would-be kings. Come out and let your neighbors know they aren’t alone.

    Our peaceful movement is only getting bigger and stronger. “NO KINGS” is more than just a slogan—it’s the foundation our nation was built upon. Born in the streets, carried by millions in chants and on posters, it echoes from city blocks to rural town squares, uniting people across this country to fight dictatorship together.

    The president thinks his rule is absolute. But in America, we don’t have kings, and we won’t back down against chaos, corruption, and cruelty. Grow our movement and join us.

    A core principle behind all No Kings events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values and to act lawfully at these events. Weapons of any kind, including those legally permitted, should not be brought to events.

    See more details

  • NO KINGS Tri-Cities WA

    NO KINGS Tri-Cities WA

    October 18, 2025  11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    Columbia Center Blvd 1321 N Columbia Center Blvd Kennewick, WA 99336

    Keep your eye out for the perfect costume because this year’s HAIRraisin’ FUNraiser will take place on Saturday, October 25, at 6pm at the Pasco Red Lion Hotel and Conference Center. Costumes are encouraged at this Halloween Bash celebrating the amazing work that B5 does.

    Guests will hear an update from Executive Director Theresa Roosendaal, and hear two stories of B5 students who are thriving here in the Tri-Cities. There will be auctions, games, a costume contest, and an opportunity to win a two-year lease for a 2025 Cadillac CT4 generously donated by McCurley Cadillac! 

    You can purchase tickets at here or contact Larissa at 509-551-1643 or at larissa.knopp@thriveatb5.org.

    See more details

  • NO KINGS Hermiston OR

    NO KINGS Hermiston OR

    October 18, 2025  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    Safeway & Old Rite Aid on eith side of the sidewalk by the light. East Highland Avenue & South Highway 395 Hermiston, OR 97838

    In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings.

    Our peaceful movement is only getting bigger and stronger. “NO KINGS” is more than just a slogan—it’s the foundation our nation was built upon. Born in the streets, carried by millions in chants and on posters, it echoes from city blocks to rural town squares, uniting people across this country to fight dictatorship together.

    See more details

  • NO KINGS Pendleton, Oregon

    NO KINGS Pendleton, Oregon

    October 18, 2025  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    Location Change to Goad Road Overpass 500 SW Dorion Ave Pendleton, OR 97801

    In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings.

    Our peaceful movement is only getting bigger and stronger. “NO KINGS” is more than just a slogan—it’s the foundation our nation was built upon. Born in the streets, carried by millions in chants and on posters, it echoes from city blocks to rural town squares, uniting people across this country to fight dictatorship together.

    See more details

  • NO KINGS Walla Walla

    NO KINGS Walla Walla

    October 18, 2025  12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    Walla Walla County Superior 315 W Main St Walla Walla, WA 99362

    In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings.

    Our peaceful movement is only getting bigger and stronger. “NO KINGS” is more than just a slogan—it’s the foundation our nation was built upon. Born in the streets, carried by millions in chants and on posters, it echoes from city blocks to rural town squares, uniting people across this country to fight dictatorship together.

    The president thinks his rule is absolute. But in America, we don’t have kings, and we won’t back down against chaos, corruption, and cruelty. Grow our movement and join us.

    A core principle behind all No Kings events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values and to act lawfully at these events. Weapons of any kind, including those legally permitted, should not be brought to events.

    See more details

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  • TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

    TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

    October 21, 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

    October 21, 2025  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    See more details

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  • BADGER FORUM: Homeless: More Need, Fewer Resources

    BADGER FORUM: Homeless: More Need, Fewer Resources

    October 22, 2025  12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    https://badgers.clubexpress.com/content.aspx?page_id=722&club_id=392306&emtid=292796115095

    Across Benton and Franklin Counties, the need is growing—but the resources aren’t. Government agencies and nonprofit organizations work tirelessly to provide shelter, food, addiction recovery, and mental health support. Yet even their combined efforts fall short of meeting the full scope of the crisis.

    So, what happens when the system can’t reach everyone? What do we do when the need shows up not in a spreadsheet, but on the corner holding a cardboard sign? We'll consider that question and more at our WEDNESDAY, October 22 Forum.

    See more details

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    October 23, 2025  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    https://zoom.us/j/94107976607?pwd=qZeb9jUuH9e3DwVvukrhqxuwrNTWvv.1

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! Zoom link below, let me know if you need the mobile version. These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

    See more details

  • BCDCC General Public Meeting

    BCDCC General Public Meeting

    October 23, 2025  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Meeting details will be provided over email from the Benton County Democrats Chair.

    See more details

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  • HAIRraisin’ FUNraiser

    HAIRraisin’ FUNraiser

    October 25, 2025  6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Red Lion Hotel Pasco Airport & Conference Center 2525 N 20th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301

    Keep your eye out for the perfect costume because this year’s HAIRraisin’ FUNraiser will take place on Saturday, October 25, at 6pm at the Pasco Red Lion Hotel and Conference Center. Costumes are encouraged at this Halloween Bash celebrating the amazing work that B5 does.

    Guests will hear an update from Executive Director Theresa Roosendaal, and hear two stories of B5 students who are thriving here in the Tri-Cities. There will be auctions, games, a costume contest, and an opportunity to win a two-year lease for a 2025 Cadillac CT4 generously donated by McCurley Cadillac! 

    You can purchase tickets at here or contact Larissa at 509-551-1643 or at larissa.knopp@thriveatb5.org.

    See more details

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  • TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

    TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

    October 28, 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

    October 28, 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

    October 30, 2025  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    https://zoom.us/j/94107976607?pwd=qZeb9jUuH9e3DwVvukrhqxuwrNTWvv.1

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! Zoom link below, let me know if you need the mobile version. These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

    See more details

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