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Caucuses Are Coming - And Why We Still Have Them
Yes, we still need to hold caucuses even though we have switched to holding primaries to choose candidates. There's several reasons why. First, we need to elect delegates to the State Convention. Second, we need to elect local & municipal leaders. And third, it's a great opportunity to meet up with like-minded folks and remember that there are PLENTY of Democrats in Washington County. Community and connection are especially important right now. We will have TWO locations. Che
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Jan 231 min read


I.C.E. Activity in Maine - What You Should Know
As we continue to monitor ICE activity across the state, we know how important it is to find ways to support our communities. Included in this email is vetted guidance and a comprehensive list of resources that you can use and distribute amongst your networks. Please know that this crisis is top of mind for all of us at MDP and we will continue to share updates and additional resources as they become available. What information should I share on social media? Please do not
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Jan 224 min read


Guest Speakers at Upcoming Meetings
We have scheduled several speakers for our upcoming meetings, all of which will be held via Zoom to ensure accessibility. We invite you to join us to hear their visions and ask questions. Subscribe to our Newsletter for more information in the future. * Dr. Nirav Shah (candidate for Governor) February 1st - 4 pm * Joe Baldacci (candidate for CD2 US Congress) February 2nd - 4 pm * Tucker Favreau (candidate US Senate) March 1st - 4 pm * Paige Loud (candidate for
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Jan 121 min read


Feeling That You Want to Do More
Every single week, you can get together with brave and like-minded folks at any of these "Stand Out" events. Bring your most cleverly-worded signs (no profanity, please...), flags, and enjoy the company of your fellow humans while also showing Washington County that We Are Not Gonna Take It! Remind folks that Republicans happily just voted to take away Medicaid, Medicare, SNAP benefits that feed children, all in order to give tax cuts to the wealthiest Americans and increase
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Jul 1, 20251 min read


Changes at USPS Will Be Trouble Ahead
USPS Drop Box and street Background: Marc Elias who keeps track of these things (1) warns us that “a new development threatens to further undermine voting by mail. A recent rule change at the U.S. Postal Service means that postmarks will no longer reflect the date a piece of mail was deposited at a local post office. Instead, postmarks will be applied at a regional processing facility... Making matters worse, the USPS has scaled back evening mail pickups in vast parts of th
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Jan 72 min read


Democratic Governor's Candidate Forum
Washington County Hosts Governor’s Candidate Forum While the primary election is still over a year away, the excitement is already building for Maine’s 2026 Democratic Governor’s primary. On Sunday, October 12, the Washington County Democratic Committee brought voters face-to-face with the candidates. Washington County Democratic Committee hosts Democratic Candidates for Governor The Governors' Candidate Forum, held at the scenic Cobscook Institute, welcomed a diverse and eng
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Oct 19, 20251 min read


NO on 1 Yard Signs
We have Yard Signs. Thanks to several generous donations from members, we were able to print our own yard signs. If you would like one for your yard or other PRIVATE property, please email us with your name and contact information, and your location so we can organize pick-up/drop-off locations to get them out to you. If you are interested in volunteering for canvassing to distribute signs, please email us, and we will find dates, times, and locations that work for you. If yo
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Oct 15, 20251 min read


Gubernatorial Candidates’ Forum
Please join us for our first candidates’ forum. A great chance to connect in person For those unable to attend in person (though that’s...
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Sep 23, 20251 min read


Join us as we join with "We the People"
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Sep 5, 20251 min read


Your Right to an Accessible, Private Vote May Also Be on the Ballot this November
Photo description: Laying on a blue cloth background, a folded Bangor Daily News op-ed written by Noah T. Carver is entitled, “My right...
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Aug 8, 20253 min read


Get into Some Good Trouble
Good Trouble Lives On is a national day of nonviolent action in response to the attacks on our civil and human rights posed by the Trump...
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Jul 3, 20251 min read


Summer Events - Please Join Us!
Come Join the Fun! We will be marching in THREE PARADES and would love to have you line up with us to show your support for Democratic...
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Jul 1, 20252 min read


Norm Nelson Community Service Award Dinner
Please join us on June 14th, 5:00-7:30 PM for the Norm Nelson Community Service Award Dinner. Rep. Anne Perry WHAT: an Old-Fashioned...
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May 24, 20251 min read


We Have Stuff Going On!
Feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or just plain exhausted by all the chaos? You're not alone — and we've got just the thing to lift your...
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May 14, 20252 min read


Town Hall with Maine Democratic Party Chair, Charles Dingman
We Are Hosting Another Town Hall! Maine Democratic Party Chair, Charles Dingman Chair of the Maine Democratic Party, Charles Dingman, is...
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May 2, 20251 min read


Great Turnout for Troy Jackson's Town Hall
Many thanks to Maine Senator Troy Jackson for putting more miles on his 300,000-mile-van and traveling to East Machias to speak to...
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Apr 27, 20252 min read


TOWN HALL with TROY JACKSON
Do you want to be heard but none of your Representatives are willing to listen? We found someone who DOES want to hear from you. JOIN US...
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Apr 19, 20251 min read


A Gathering
Several organizations including WaCo Dems, Indivisible, and FedUp Women are gathering to try to coordinate our actions. If you're...
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Feb 3, 20251 min read
Maine Democratic Party Elects New Leadership
The Maine Democratic Party (MDP) is proud to announce the election of Charlie Dingman as its new Chair and Imke Schlesser-Jandreau as...
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Jan 27, 20252 min read


When Mainstream Media Fails to be an Independent Free Press
Our free press is burning down... At a time in our history when we need to be MORE informed than ever, too many of our major sources of...
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Jan 25, 20252 min read
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