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We are the Democratic Party of Washington County, Oregon. Website: https://washcodems.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DemocraticPartyWashingtonCounty/

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Washington County Democrats @washcodems.bsky.social · Nov 9

🇺🇸 We Believe in the Constitution

⭐️ We Believe in Separation of Powers

🇺🇸 We Believe WE choose our leaders

⭐️ We believe in Checks & Balances

Help us defend them with your volunteer efforts: washcodems.org/how-can-i-he...

Help us reach out with a donation: washcodems.org/donate/

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Washington County Democrats @washcodems.bsky.social · 10h

Indivisible and other groups are offering de-escalation training sessions for those who will be hosting protests.

Here is a good video summarizing the techniques.

Watch "6 Key Strategies for De-escalating at Protests and Beyond " on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=XsRQ...

6 Key Strategies for De-escalating at Protests and Beyond

Please follow me on Blue Sky, my handle is [email protected] For more info: ResistanceBootcamp.us Six D's of De-escalation Direct…

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Washington County Democrats @washcodems.bsky.social · 10h

IMPORTANT! A FEW DAYS LEFT TO COMMENT!

Stephen Miller's right-wing America First Legal Foundaton is trying to make changes that will make registering to vote more difficult.

Background: buff.ly/LtydXiu

Comment submission: buff.ly/eCvR59T

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Washington County Democrats @washcodems.bsky.social · 15h

We have a new book review on our blog!

"Resistance Book Reviews:
Saving Democracy by David Pepper"
By Clayton Callahan, Washington County Democrats Communications Committee Member

Read on: washcodems.org/2025/10/13/r...

Resistance Book Review: Saving Democracy - Washington County Democrats

Resistance Book Reviews: Saving Democracy by David Pepper By Clayton Callahan, Washington County Democrats Communications Committee Member Ever feel helpless when reading the national news? Yep, me…

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Washington County Democrats @washcodems.bsky.social · 15h

We have a new Op-Ed on our blog:

"Op-Ed: For The Love of Libraries"
by Charla Grenz Solheim, WashCo Dems Communications Committee Member

Read on: buff.ly/GeeMWdj

Washington County Democrats @washcodems.bsky.social · 15h

The Washington County Democrats have voted to ENDORSE BALLOT MEASURE 34-345, "The Replacement Levy to Support Countywide Library Service"

Learn more about the levy: www.wccls.org/levy

Washington County Democrats @washcodems.bsky.social · 15h

IMPORTANT

Today, Tuesday October 14th, is the LAST DAY you can register to vote in time for the November 4th 2025 election.

Read our election resource page for link to register and more information: washcodems.org/2025-washing...

November 2025 Washington County Elections - Washington County Democrats

Washington County November 2025 Election Information Voting in local county and city races is the heartbeat of democracy. There is a November 4th Election! Voters of Washington County will vote on…

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Washington County Democrats @washcodems.bsky.social · 16h

From the Portland Mercury:

"Meet the Groups Helping Immigrants Impacted by ICE:

A statewide rapid response network is coordinating to alert communities about immigration enforcement and provide legal resources."

Read on: www.portlandmercury.com/news/2025/10...

Meet the Groups Helping Immigrants Impacted by ICE

If people in the Portland area think they’ve spotted ICE, there’s a number that many organizations, such as the ACLU, suggest they call: the Portland Immigrant Rights Coalition hotline. The Portland…

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Portland Mercury @portlandmercury.com · 21h

The Portland Immigrant Rights Coalition is connected to a network of rapid response organizations across the state who have trained people on how to verify the veracity of reported ICE activity, support people who are being detained, connect with legal support, and provide legal observation.

Meet the Groups Helping Immigrants Impacted by ICE

www.portlandmercury.com

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Washington County Democrats @washcodems.bsky.social · 21h

The president thinks that the CDC is a "Democrat" agency, and therefore a prime target for elimination.

As though Republicans are immune from disease.

Tyler King @tyleraking.com · 21h

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Romeo Galang, MD, MPH in • 2nd
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My Job Will End. The Mission Won't. - On October 10, 2025, I was effectively laid off from CDC as part of the Reduction in Force. I am on admin leave until early December, when my position is scheduled for termination - though there is still a chance for that decision to be reversed. It's a strange and heavy place to stand: not yet gone, not yet safe — still committed, still hopeful for our nation's future.
I'm reminded that leadership doesn't end when your name is on a list. It continues in what you choose to protect: the mission, the knowledge, the people, and the conviction that public health is not a budget line item. It's a responsibility — to act, to prevent harm, and to serve the greater good.
Whether this chapter closes or changes course, my focus remains the same: to uphold the principles that guided my work at CDC - readiness in emergencies, leadership through uncertainty, and turning data into action when lives depend on it.
The responsibility to serve when the public needs us most cannot be reduced, reorganized, or replaced. We adapt and endure. Because this work — our work — has never been about titles or positions. It's about people.
To my colleagues, both inside and out: hold fast. The story isn't over yet.

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Washington County Democrats @washcodems.bsky.social · 21h

Great thread by @gregpak.net on the importance of protests.

(And again, here's the link to our Beaverton rally and march: www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve...)

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Tina Kotek @tinakotek.bsky.social · 1d

Federal cuts to SNAP are simply wrong. No Oregon family should go hungry, so we’re working to make sure every impacted Oregonian knows where to turn for help.

More than 300,000 Oregonians may lose or see cuts to SNAP benefits starting Nov. 1

Oregon says more than 300,000 people could lose or see reduced SNAP benefits starting Nov. 1 under new federal rules following passage of the "One Big Beautiful Bill."

www.centraloregondaily.com

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Washington County Democrats @washcodems.bsky.social · 1d

I usually do! The Buffer tool we use to schedule posts across social media platforms sometimes gets away from me, before I can copy and paste in the alt-text.

Washington County Democrats @washcodems.bsky.social · 1d

Ahhhh.

Now I understand the tariff on IKEA goods.

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John Rogers @johnrogers.bsky.social · 1d

“No Kings” is great , but we really don't get a functioning democracy back until we internalize, bone deep, the instinctive response to this and every other statement like it: “I don’t care what that rich guy thinks.”

Make it your morning affirmation. Say it ten times at the top of every hour.

The Independent @the-independent.com · 1d

Elon Musk calls for US troops to be sent to San Francisco for war on drugs: ‘It’s the only solution’

Musk demands US troops be sent to San Francisco for war on drugs

www.independent.co.uk

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Washington County Democrats @washcodems.bsky.social · 1d

A montage of sights from Saturday's Neuberger Gala!

Thank you to everyone who attended!

Washington County Democrats @washcodems.bsky.social · 1d

Just two weeks until the FIVE GUYS VOTE live music event.

Sunday, October 26th, 3 - 6 pm in Forest Grove.

Learn more and buy your tickets: buff.ly/7epppWU

Washington County Democrats @washcodems.bsky.social · 1d

Want to make a sign for Saturday's NO KINGS rally?

Direct Action Washington County will host a sign making party on Thursday, October 16th, from 4-6 pm at the Beaverton City Library.

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Washington County Democrats @washcodems.bsky.social · 1d

A new documentary on No Kings and other protests:

"WE THE PEOPLE: Citizens Resisting Trump"

Watch on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=c7Ew...

WE THE PEOPLE: Citizens Resisting Trump

On Oct. 18 citizens’ groups across the country are planning a massive anti-Trump rally. For a look at how ordinary citizens have been responding to Trump this year in Michigan, here is a documentary.

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Washington County Democrats @washcodems.bsky.social · 1d

Direct Action Washington County, Third Act Oregon, and Beaverton Indivisible host:

"Beaverton says NO Kings"

Beaverton City Park
October 18th, 2 pm - 4 pm

Learn more and optional RSVP: www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve...

#NoKings

Washington County Democrats @washcodems.bsky.social · 1d

We can displace and shame the haters by simply showing up. Fill our public spaces with those who love diversity, decency and democracy,

#NoKings

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Washington County Democrats @washcodems.bsky.social · 1d

Please join the Washington County Democrats in recognizing Indigenous Peoples' Day!

Learn about Indigenous Peoples' Day: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indigen...