⚠️ Recognizing the Signs of Fascism. Understanding the warning signs of fascism helps us protect democracy before it’s too late. From attacks on the press and scapegoating minorities to the glorification of one “strongman” leader — these patterns have appeared before.

📰 Letter to the Editor Highlight! Longtime community advocate and retired nurse shared a powerful letter in the Daily Record about what truly helps families thrive here in Ellensburg. 💙
➡️ Read her full letter below and see why she’s supporting Nancy Goodloe for Ellensburg City Council, Position 2.

🎥 The Energy Is Electric! ⚡From cheers to chants, hugs to high-fives, you can feel the love for democracy in every frame. 💙
This community showed up not just with their own reasons to resist, but with heart. Let’s keep that spark alive—because together, we’re building something powerful.

🗳️ Stand Up for Democracy — Saturday, Oct 18 🗳️

Join millions across the Nation this Saturday, October 18, at one of two gatherings in Kittitas County to show our collective resistance to autocratic governance. Whether you’re fired up or just finding your voice, your presence matters.

🗳️ Great question at the Ellensburg Farmers Market! A marketgoer asked how to find out which district she’s in — & it’s such an important question this election.
1️⃣ Go to VoteWA.gov
and log in.
2️⃣ On the left sidebar, click “Your Elected Officials.”
3️⃣ Then select “Voter Guide: What’s on Your Ballot?”

🗳️ “Ready to Vote?”
Washington has been voting by mail since 2011 — no lines, no stress, no excuses! 📬
Make sure you’re vote-ready:
✅ Your registration is up to date
✅ Your mailing address is current
✅ Your signature still matches your ID

Check it here 👉 VoteWA.gov

Join Transportation Choices Coalition at Gallery One to kick off the Yes on Ellensburg Transit campaign to protect and strengthen Central Transit in Ellensburg!

Date: Wednesday, October 8th
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Gallery One (408 N Pearl Street, Ellensburg, Washington 98926)

🚌 Vote YES on Proposition 1 — Keep Ellensburg Moving! ✅
Ellensburg’s Central Transit system is free, accessible, and essential — connecting neighbors to work, school, healthcare, and community life. Proposition 1 does not raise taxes. It simply continues the existing 0.2% transit tax.

Shoutout to the Kittitas County Auditor’s Office! We’re proud to congratulate Bryan Elliott & his team for receiving perfect marks on its 2024 audit from the Washington State Auditor’s Office! This achievement reflects the office’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and excellence.

We’re honored to welcome Congresswoman Kim Schrier (WA-08) as our special guest via Zoom at the General Meeting on Thursday, October 9 at 6:30p at Odd Fellows Lodge, Ellensburg!
Join us to hear directly from our congresswoman — and to show her the energy of Democrats right here in Kittitas County.

If you’re friendly, love chatting with neighbors, and want to spread progressive values while soaking up the market buzz, come hang with us! 🍎🗳️

Click link, drop a comment or DM if you’re in—we’ll save you a spot at the booth. 💙
Volunteer Links
Oct 4- volunteersignup.org/F8CQP

🗳️ Reject Political Violence

Democracy thrives on dialogue—not threats. Political violence erodes our freedoms.

Speak up. Vote. Organize. But always choose peace. Together, we can protect our civic spaces with compassion and courage.

#Nonviolence #RespectAndRights

🍏✨ Miner's Rally and CiderFest is coming — and so are we! The Kittitas County Democrats are setting up a booth, & we’re looking for fun, energetic volunteers to help us keep things lively. Think less “boring politics” and more “festival vibes with a side of democracy.” 🎶🌳✌️
🎉 Volunteer for a shift

🔫 Gun Violence Is Preventable. Gun violence is the leading cause of death for youth in the U.S. 💔 Knowledge saves lives—and prevention is possible through both community programs and policy reform.

Together, we can create neighborhoods that are safe, supportive, and free from fear.

📣 Exciting News, Kittitas County Democrats! 📣 We’re honored to welcome Congresswoman Kim Schrier (WA-08) as our special guest via Zoom on Thursday, October 9🕕 6:30 pm at Odd Fellows Lodge - General Meeting. Let’s pack the room & show Rep. Schrier how much we appreciate her leadership! Zoom link tba

🧡 This Tuesday, September 30th, we observe the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation—also known as Orange Shirt Day. It’s a time to honor the survivors of Indian residential schools and remember the children who never came home.
Now is the perfect moment to set aside your orange shirt for Tuesday.

🛑 Preventing Domestic Violence. Domestic violence is the largest category of violence in the U.S. — affecting millions of people every year. 💜 But it is also preventable.

Together, we can build homes that are safe, supportive, and free from fear.

🌍 What Is Nonviolence?
October 2 is the International Day of Nonviolence. We’re starting the conversation, because building a culture of nonviolence takes practice every day—not just once a year.
Nonviolence isn’t just the absence of conflict—it’s the belief that most violence is 100% preventable.

Beautiful farmers market day today. Thank you to all who stopped by the Democrats Booth to say hello. Drop a comment if you want signs for either of the Nancy’s or for Medicaid and we will make sure they get out to you this week

🚒 Fire Commissioners Protect Us All
When emergencies strike, fire commissioners ensure they are ready. These nonpartisan roles are about safety, not politics. Let’s elect commissioners who prioritize preparedness, transparency, & community trust.
🔥 Equipment 🚑 Staffing 🏠 Response times 🌲Fire Wising

🌟 A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by the Kittitas County Democrats booth at Bite of the Burg on Tuesday! Your smiles lit up our day and your pins lit up our map 🗺️
We asked where you're from and you answered with pride:
📍 40 pins across Washington
🌍 30 pins from across the U.S. and the globe

📚 School Board = Student Success
School board members decide how our children learn, what resources they get, and how schools serve every family. These decisions affect every student and every taxpayer. School board races are nonpartisan, but the impact is deeply personal. Let’s show up for kids.

YouTube video by Kittitas County Democrats Committee Fire Commissioner candidate Andy Polak

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🔥 Meet Andy Polak – Candidate Kittitas Valley Fire RescueCommissioner! 🔥
At Kittitas County Democrats General Meeting on September 25, Mr. Polak will share his vision for fire safety, community resilience, and leadership in our county. Come hear directly from the candidate and bring your questions!

📣 Why Local Elections Matter
🗳️ The 2025 local elections are around the corner—and they matter more than you think. From city council to school board to fire commissioner, these nonpartisan roles shape the daily lives of everyone in Kittitas County.
✅ Mark date🗓️ Get informed 🗳️ Vote in local elections

🎉 As Constitution Week ends, remember:
📜 Democracy is not a spectator sport.
🗳️ Register.
🙌 Volunteer.
📢 Speak out.
Let’s honor the Constitution by making our voices heard—every day.
#WeThePeople #VoteReady

Today, we recognize and celebrate the enduring cultures, wisdom, and resilience of Native American communities across our nation—and especially the Yakama Nation here in Kittitas County. From language preservation to environmental stewardship,

🕺 Democracy tastes better at Bite of the ’Burg. Please stop by and say hi!

📰 Have you seen it?
The Sept. 17 edition of the Northern Kittitas County Tribune featured a Letter to the Editor from one of our volunteers, sparked by our Bean Poll at the Ellensburg Farmers Market.

It’s a powerful reminder: where we get our news matters. 📢

🌎 “We the People” means ALL the people.
The Constitution evolves as we fight for a more
inclusive democracy—one that reflects every voice in
our community.

💬 Tag someone who inspires you to stay engaged.
#RepresentationMatters #ConstitutionWeek