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From Rebecca Solnit, "Some Notes on the City of Angels and the Nature of Violence." This article got the author banned from Facebook. Read on: www.meditationsinanemergency.com/some-notes-o... Some excerpts:

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Thank you to the participants and speakers who attended our Training Committee's "Engage with Local Government 101" workshop on May 31st!

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Busy at the WashCoDems office, folding and stapling Civic Engagement 101 pamphlets to give away at the #NoKings rally in Beaverton this Saturday!

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Viktor Orbán's autocratic rule over Hungary is a model for right wing Americans. It is what they want here. Hungarians are getting tired of the corruption and the heavy-handed control of the nation's institutions. www.npr.org/2025/06/11/n...

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From Oregon Rep. Hai Pham: "Please join us for a Joint Town Hall with myself and Beaverton Mayor Lacey Beaty THIS Saturday, June 14th from 11 am - 12:30 pm at the Elsie Stuhr Center in the Manzanita Room." Learn more:

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From Oregon Rep. Farrah Chaichi: "Happy Pride, HD 35 🌈🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈" content.govdelivery.com/accounts/ORL...

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NO KINGS DAY is coming soon! Get ready for an afternoon of sign waving, inspiring speakers, information and a march! Learn more and RSVP here: washcodems.org/2025/06/07/n...

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Coming to Beaverton City Park TOMORROW AFTERNOON! Join with members of the Direct Action WashCo Dems to make your signs for the June 14th No Kings Washington County rally and march! Supplies provided. Thursday, June 12th from 3 to 6 PM Learn more: buff.ly/vOrEQiZ

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🚨On Saturday, June 14, we’re taking to the streets nationwide. We’re not gathering to feed his ego. We’re building a movement that leaves him behind.🚨 @50501movement.bsky.social @50501portland.bsky.social @indivisible.org @cmunson.bsky.social @washcodems.bsky.social @indivisibleoregon.bsky.social

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✊ Thousands are taking to the streets of Manhattan today, demanding the removal of ICE from NYC and standing in solidarity with pro-immigrant protesters across the country. Together, our voices are powerful! #ImmigrantRights #Solidarity

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Americans are not letting threats from a deranged POTUS scare them into compliance. #NoKings bsky.app/profile/nick...

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Don't miss out on this unique event! "Music In The Garden–Thursday, June 26th!" Enjoy a convivial evening in a lush garden setting while enjoying the music of Laura Cunard. Drinks and hors d’oeuvres will be served. Learn more and buy your tickets: buff.ly/UOjx6sl

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Fear and suspicion are good for selling conservative politics.

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No Kings, No Oligarchy Washington County Rally. March. Protest. We have a democracy to defend and oligarchs to stand up to! Bring your signs, your voices, and your determination to Beaverton City Park on Saturday, June 14th. @washcodems.bsky.social

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URGENT From Indivisible.org: "Attend tomorrow’s “Know Your Rights” training with the @aclu.org to help keep No Kings protests safe and non-violent on Saturday:" 7 pm EDT on June 10th For more information and to RSVP: act.aclu.org/a/2025-kyr-t...

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We have a marching route for the "No Kings Washington County!" event this coming Saturday! You can stay in the park for the music and to browse information booths . . . but we hope you'll join use on our ramble through Beaverton! Learn more about the event: washcodems.org/2025/06/07/n...

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In case you missed it: "Balance The Scales, Dems: Report From A Washington County Commissioners Meeting" by Clayton Callahan, WCD Communications Committee Member A call for Democrats to attend public meetings and make our presence heard! washcodems.org/2025/06/02/b...

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From the Black Advisory Business Council: Washington County is celebrating Juneteenth a few days early! Juneteenth Celebration Saturday, June 14, 2025 12:30 Noon – 4:30 PM Jerry Willey Plaza Learn more: buff.ly/NLF7o0L

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Yes. Protests can include dancing, jeering, and joy. Confident people who know they are in the right are not afraid to show some sass.

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From Congresswoman Andrea Salinas: "Immigrant Heritage Month" Watch on YouTube: www.youtube.com/shorts/nMWDL...

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Coming TONIGHT, Monday, June 9th "Hands off the Safety Net" Join Indivisible Beaverton at 12825 SW Canyon Rd. We will walk to Rep. Bonamici’s office at 4:45 pm to thank her for her support. 4 - 5 pm Learn more: buff.ly/EKjXF1Q

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Coming to Beaverton City Park on Thursday Afternoon: Join with members of the Direct Action WashCo Dems to make your signs for the June 14th No Kings Washington County rally and march! Supplies provided. Thursday, June 12th from 3 to 6 PM Learn more: washcodems.org/2025/06/08/n...

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Volunteer needed! The WashCoDems will be hosting a booth at the Washington County celebration of Juneteenth on Saturday, June 14th Learn more and sign up here: buff.ly/eSYmgco

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NO KINGS DAY Rally & March Hosted by the Washington County Democrats and Beaverton Indivisible Saturday, June 14, 2:30 – 4:30 pm In the park by the Beaverton Library, 12375 SW 5th St With speakers, music, & a march by City Hall! Learn more and RSVP: buff.ly/htUOcKh

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Coming TOMORROW, Monday, June 9th "Hands off the Safety Net" Join Indivisible Beaverton at 12825 SW Canyon Rd. We will walk to Rep. Bonamici’s office at 4:45 pm to thank her for her support. 4 - 5 pm Learn more: buff.ly/EKjXF1Q

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1) Quoting Nemik's Manifesto! 🙂

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On YouTube: "How Hong Kong’s Protesters Evade Police and Keep the Demonstrations Alive" #LosAngeles #NoKings #ICEProtests youtu.be/V0iytr0qM90?...

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Our information page on the June 14th No Kings Washington County event is up! Please, tell your friends and neighbors. We need as many people as possible to stand up, show up, and peacefully protest the administration's oligarchic agenda. Read all about it: washcodems.org/2025/06/07/n...

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Notice from Oregon Representative Nathan Sosa: "HD 30: Heat Advisory 10 AM SUNDAY-10 PM MONDAY" Take of yourself . . . help out at-risk neighbors! Read on:: content.govdelivery.com/accounts/ORL...

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NO KINGS DAY Rally & March Hosted by the Washington County Democrats & Beaverton Indivisible Saturday, June 14, 2:30–4:30 pm In the park by the Beaverton Library, 12375 SW 5th St With speakers, music by Woodlander, & a march by City Hall! Learn more and RSVP: www.mobilize.us/nokings/even...

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We have a unique new event coming later this month. "Music In The Garden–Thursday, June 26th!" Enjoy a convivial evening in a lush garden setting while enjoying the music of Laura Cunard. Drinks and hors d’oeuvres will be served. Learn more and buy your tickets: washcodems.org/2025/06/06/m...

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Read the lastest from Representative Susan McLain of House District 29: "Update on the Transportation Plan & Celebrating Pride" Read on: content.govdelivery.com/accounts/ORL... NOTE: Corrections to Transportation Reinvestment Committee times: content.govdelivery.com/accounts/ORL...

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Happy Eid al-Adha from the Washington Country Democrats!

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Americans are not going to stand by silently. We've learned from history. We're not trapped in a historical analogy. Stand up, speak out.

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Oregon Senator Janeen Sollman: "6/6/25 Senate District 15 Newsletter" Plus: "Join me online, Wednesday, June 18th from 6:30-7:30PM, for a virtual Community Conversation." Read on and register: content.govdelivery.com/accounts/ORL...

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NO KINGS DAY Rally & March Hosted by the Washington County Democrats & Beaverton Indivisible Saturday, June 14, 2:30 – 4:30 pm In the park by the Beaverton Library, 12375 SW 5th St With speakers, music by Woodlander, & a march by City Hall! Learn more and RSVP: www.mobilize.us/nokings/even...

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From Senator Courtney Neron Misslin: "Please Join my Coffee Hour 6/14" Saturday, June 14th 1:00PM - 2:00PM Symposium Coffee 12345 SW Main St., Tigard

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From the ACLU: "Know Your Rights Training Whether you're marching, rallying, or supporting from the sidelines, you'll learn how to protect yourself, your community, & stand up for your rights." Tues. June 10th at 7 PM ET Learn more and RSVP: buff.ly/WChyYIL

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From the Washington County Chamber of Commerce: Vendors and sponsors sought for the June 22nd Latino Cultural Festival: www.washingtoncountychamberor.com/lcf/

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Coming TOMORROW, Saturday, June 7th: Hillsboro Pride Party 12 to 5 pm in Shute Park, 750 SE 8th Ave Hillsboro, Oregon 97123 Learn More: buff.ly/Mf3kbRb

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The WashCo Dems will have a booth at the Hillsboro Pride Party TOMORROW, Saturday, June 7th! We will be registering voters, selling WashCo Dems swag, and talking to community members about how they can defend democracy. Read more: buff.ly/lDVsl9i

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From Indivisible Beaverton: "HANDS OFF SOCIAL SECURITY! Let's encourage the Senate to oppose cuts to Medicaid, Snap, Social Security, & Medicare. Social Security Office, 11975 SW 2nd St #100, Beaverton, OR 97005 4 pm - 5:30 pm Learn more and sign up: buff.ly/6yaguqk

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What a day. We are used to unpleasant surprises. We should celebrate every time the surprises are positive.

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@royaweso.me @bunsenburner91.bsky.social Two Bluesky "Starter Packs" with people associated with Oregon politics: bsky.app/starter-pack... bsky.app/starter-pack... The first one was assembled by Bonamici.

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Volunteer needed! The WashCoDems will be hosting a booth at the Washington County celebration of Juneteenth on Saturday, June 14th Learn more and sign up here: washcodems.org/2025/06/03/j...

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