Democratic Party of Clackamas County

Christine Drazan has been appointed to SD26, including part of Clackamas County (buff.ly/Gmk9Azd).

Drazan claims she will "give [her] absolute all". However, she seems to have a split focus, running for Gov again *as a senator.* We deserve politicians dedicated to Oregonians not to politicking.

The Resistance Lab looks at how non-violent movements around the world have responded to rising authoritarianism. Understand this moment, incorporate interactive conversation, create community, build the resistance.

The Resistance Lab with Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal
Sunday Nov 16th & Dec 14th
11:00 AM–1:00 PM PST

Learn how nonviolent movements fight authoritarian leaders—and turn frustration into action at home.

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Giving Gratitude to Our Generous Sponsors — Clackamas Democrats The success of our November 1 Unite & Rise Dinner & Auction owes so much to the generosity of the Sponsors below. Their support and the confidence they have in us gives us the drive and determination...

Giving gratitude to our generous sponsors:

US is sending an aircraft carrier to Latin America in major escalation of military buildup President Donald Trump's defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, announced Friday the U.S. military is deploying an aircraft carrier to the waters off South America.

buff.ly/YlZB9gf Killing 43+ people in strikes, most if not all of whom are probably NOT drug smugglers...is simply murder by another name. This weakens all human rights. We should must this illegal escalation in Colombia, Venezuela, Trinidad, etc.

DPCC is firmly for peace and diplomacy.

Oregon Food Bank At Oregon Food Bank, we believe that food and health are basic human rights for all. We know that hunger is not just an individual...

Thanks to OR Dems who take needed action when the state, national GOP won't: "Senate Democrats Applaud Governors Action, Community Responses to Federal Failure to Issue Food Assistance" buff.ly/LB5gHP0 You can take action too...donate to: www.oregonfoodbank.org

Washington County Democrats (@washcodems.bsky.social) This happened in a shopping center near the Hillsboro Airport TODAY. Three fed agents confront two teenage girls and pepper spray them.

Despicable activity from Fed agents in Hillsboro today.

Thousands of federal workers in Oregon brace for first missed paycheck The economic impact could be felt most powerfully in the state’s rural counties, where a higher share of the workforce is employed by a federal agency.

buff.ly/VE5Fy3j Federal workers and contractors forced to work without pay and mistreated. Instead, there's money to destroy the White House's East Wing.

True Shutdown Fairness Act -- supported by Sen Merkley -- would limit mistreatment and ensure people get paid for their work. It's only right.

Her Clackamas County constituents know full well what a disaster she would be as governor.

OPB (@opb.org) One in six Oregonians receive SNAP benefits. If the government shutdown continues, many are unsure how they’ll get by.…

buff.ly/Gh1qnnm Govt shutdown is a smokescreen for attacks on SNAP, a key lifeline for 750,000 Oregonians.

Benefits are running out after Oct, thinning out meals.

House Democrats are calling on USDA to fund SNAP with contingency reserves during shutdown. During this, please support food pantries.

Coming to protest can be tough because of medical conditions, or valid fears about antagonistic law enforcement.

A few other ways to help:
1) Volunteer with us: buff.ly/KKbO2cp
2) Contact your Oregon legislator - State: buff.ly/7bMDUNb; Federal: buff.ly/uJuQpob
3) Engage the people around you

A peaceful day of No Kings protests across Oregon ends with a show of force in Portland Tens of thousands of people participated in peaceful No Kings events across the state on Saturday. A smaller group of protesters at Portland’s ICE facility were met with heavy force from federal…

No Kings 2.0, on Oct 18, is one step to stave off the siege on democracy. Protests stretched nationwide, with ~7 million people, and countywide from Oregon City to Damascus to Clackamas.

However, physical protest can demand a lot. Here's a few other ways to support the cause.
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What Department of Education Cuts Mean For Special Education : 1A The Trump administration has decimated the Department of Education with staffing cuts.Now, the latest round of layoffs all but wipes out the Office of Special Education Programs. So, what does that…

buff.ly/NGNjVeZ Students with disabilities enrich their educational settings. Yet they often get denied needed special education support.

The closed office oversaw vital services like the IDEA program. The US govt must reopen it and FULLY fund IDEA, championed by Oregonians like Rep. Janelle Bynum.

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Hands-on training for new or returning phone bankers—no calls required. Learn the tools, tips, and basics to feel confident and ready to take action.

📞 Monthly Phone Bank Training
THIS MONDAY October 27

From Indivisible
Every Last Monday | 2–3 PM PDT
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Hands-on training for new or returning phone bankers—no calls required. Learn the tools, tips, and basics to feel confident and ready to take action.

Red Wine & Blue (redwine.blue) hosts virtual events exploring truth, power, media, & identity—designed to inform, challenge, and inspire.

Red Wine & Blue Hosts
Leaving MAGA: Why We Left and How to Help Others
Thursday, October 23, 2025
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM PDT
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Join us for a candid conversation with 3 people who changed their minds about MAGA, left the movement behind, and are now helping others do the same.

Washington County Democrats (@washcodems.bsky.social) Happy Diwali from the Washington County Democrats! Learn more about Diwali: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diwali

buff.ly/Mpllsul Happy Diwali from the Clackamas County Democrats!

Red Wine and Blue - Standing up to Extremism Join a sisterhood working to change the world together. Make meaningful connections, organize in your community, and have fun along the way.

Red Wine & Blue (redwine.blue) hosts virtual events exploring truth, power, media, & identity—designed to inform, challenge, and inspire.

Red Wine & Blue Hosts
Rally Together to Take Back Power - Virtual
Wednesday, October 22
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM PDT
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The best way to fight the chaos from DC right now is by electing local leaders who share our values and will stand up to federal threats.

Deadline extended! There's still time to get your tickets to Unite and Rise Dinner & Auction, but don't delay!

Find more information and get them here: buff.ly/LtHKCDb

Red Wine & Blue Virtual Classes & Discussions
RW&B hosts virtual events exploring truth, power, media, & identity—designed to inform, challenge, and inspire:

• Why Kids Are Struggling With Their Mental Health
Tuesday, October 21, 2025 | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM PDT
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Clackamas Democrats' newsletter lists a wide variety of opportunities for a wide variety of abilities and interests. Subscribe now: buff.ly/KKbO2cp

NoKings is only one part of making your voice heard.

But if you're feeling overwhelmed by what to do next, rest assured that you are not alone and you don't have to stay that way.

Authoritarianism wants you feeling overwhelmed, and action is the antidote.

It Takes a Village series brings together partners in the work to reduce homelessness and housing insecurity in the Portland metro area. RSVP here: buff.ly/ybxzl7u

James Schroeder (CEO of Cascadia Health) & Sharon Meieran (physician and former Multnomah County commissioner) discuss how Oregon’s mental health system could better serve its homeless population, followed by audience questions and discussion. RSVP here: buff.ly/ybxzl7u

It Takes a Village: Homelessness & Mental Health
Wed, Oct 22 | 6:30 PM
Kells Irish Restaurant & Pub | 112 SW 2nd Ave, Portland

City Club hosts a conversation about how Oregon’s mental health system can better serve people experiencing homelessness.
RSVP here: buff.ly/ybxzl7u

Protect Oregon Every week, we deliver key updates from the organizations coming together to protect our communities and build a better future here in Oregon.

Protect Oregon is "standing up for Oregon values" and against military takeover.
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Pick up a poster to show your support all this week.
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. M-F
525 NE Oregon St, Portland
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Your presence at #NoKings on Saturday, October 18 showed you don't fear authoritarianism on the rise. You reject it.

Find more ways to resist and reject rising authoritarianism at the Clackamas Democrats website. Get involved and make sure YOUR voice is heard today and beyond.

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Keep the momentum going, and join Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal’s Resistance Lab!
Oct 19th, Nov 16th, Dec 14th | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM

Learn how nonviolent movements fight authoritarian leaders—and turn frustration into action at home.

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