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Every election is a chance to shape the future, and sometimes a powerful reminder arrives unexpectedly. This week, the cast of Hamilton released a special video, "2026: Time for the Midterms," in partnership with When We All Vote and in recognition of National Voter Registration Day. The message is simple but important: our voices matter, and voting is one of the most meaningful ways we can make them heard. At DWCNV, we believe civic engagement begins long before Election Day

This is what you will find on your November 3, 2026, ballot in Virginia: U.S. Senate seat U.S. House of Representatives seats House of Delegates District 20 Special Election Local Offices (General and Special Elections) Proposed Constitutional Amendment #1 Vote YES for Reproductive Freedom Proposed Constitutional Amendment #2 Vote YES for Marriage Equality Proposed Constitutional Amendment #3 Vote YES for Restoration of Voting Want to see what’s on your ballot? Use this Ballo

Perhaps now is the time for history to, if not repeat itself, begin to rhyme. Rise Up! The History of Labor Day: New unions proliferated and established unions expanded in a wave of activism during the early 1880s as the U.S. arose from the economic depression of 1873. While workers turned to unions to improve working conditions and challenge the growing power of capitalists, independent labor parties also grew across the political landscape. Two workers’ holidays, Labor Day

How to Vote Early in VA Virginia offers no-excuse early in-person voting — no reason is required. Any registered voter may vote early. Early in-person voting runs Friday, September 18, 2026, through Saturday, October 31, 2026 (the Saturday before Election Day). Early voting locations are open during regular business hours. Voter registration offices will also be open for early voting on Sunday, October 18; Saturday, October 24; Sunday, October 25; and Saturday, October 31, 20

Every once in a while, you read something that stops you in your tracks. This CBS News feature did that for me. In a world where many of us take education, opportunity, and the freedom to dream for granted, 21 Afghan girls shared handwritten letters that reveal what life looks like when even the most basic aspirations are denied. These young women are continuing to study in secret, defying Taliban restrictions that have effectively erased educational opportunities for countle

I beg your indulgence, please, on this Labor Day. I want to share some thoughts on Hubris and Invincibility. In the last few weeks, I have learned a lot about what Rudyard Kipling (in the spirit of his famous “If” poem) would likely have called these two “imposters”. In early August, I was deeply honored by the Litigation Counsel of America, of which I am a member, with the “Order of Centurions” for LCA lawyers with 100 jury trials. The LCA itself represents the top 0.5 perce

CAT Community Conversation: 3 VA Constitutional Amendments This November, Virginia has the chance to amend our constitution and make our rights permanent. Join us in conversation about why these referendums will have such an impact. https://redwineblue.controlshift.app/events/cat-conversation-3-va-constitutional-amendments

Beyond Fairfax - Flip the Four! Help Us Take Back Congress! Fairfax Dems is working to turn 4 Congressional Districts south of us from Red to Blue. The candidates and their districts are Shannon Taylor (1st CD), Elaine Luria (2nd CD), Tom Perriello (5th CD), and Beth Macy (6th CD). Do you want to get engaged in the bigger picture and elect Dems in other districts to position a stronger Dems “team” in Washington? Watch this important message from the Fairfax Democrats to fin

8 SEP, TUE 7 – 8:30 pm Community Support Circle for Activists and Allies (Virtual) 7 – 8 pm Eastern Fairfax Town Hall with Senator Stella Pekarsky & Delegate Gretchen Bulova 10 SEP, THU 7 – 8:30pm Makers Roundtable (Virtual) · Craftivism Conversations 12 SEP, SAT 11am – 12:30pm Virginia Elections: "No More Fear" Role Play - Poll Greeter / Voter Registration Training · NOVA West 2:30 – 4:30 pm Postcard Party! 14 SEP, MON 6:30 – 8:30pm Education Series · Election Myths Pre-Bunk

Wanted: Postcard Party Hosts Gather a few friends, neighbors, family members, or fellow volunteers and turn postcard writing into your own fun get-together. You provide the enthusiasm and the place—we can help with the postcards, supplies, recruiting writers, and information you need to get started. It can be a small gathering around your kitchen table or a larger group event. The more postcard-writing parties we have, the more voters we can reach! If you’re interested in hos

Early Voting Opening Day Rally at Government Center, Friday, September 18th, 10:30-11:30 AM. Sponsored by Defend Democracy Indivisible, Turning Tables Indivisible, Red Wine & Blue Community Action Team of Herndon and Fairfax Dems. Fairfax County Government Center, meet in the middle area in front of the building, across the street from the flagpoles. Singing, talking, meeting, and greeting. March together into the polls to cast your ballot together (no signs in the voting are

Everyone can help to get the vote out. Vote in Person! Take your friends and family with you. If you are on social media, post your voting outing, brag about voting, get Voting trending. Talk about it in your circles. Also, stay informed about the ballot; you won’t change everyone’s mind, but you might change one person's mind, and that's enough. We need every vote. *** For those who usually vote absentee by mail, this year, keep in mind that the United States Postal Service

With no Democratic Primary for Senate and no challenger to Rep. James Walkinshaw in CD11, Franconia Democrats are focusing on the August 4 primary in CD8. Rep. Don Beyer faces four challengers in the August 4 primary: Lorena Thorne Bruner, Michael Christian Duffin, Adam M. Dunnigan and Mo Seifeldein. Early voting runs from July 25 to August 1 at the NEW Franconia Governmental Center, 7130 Silver Lake Boulevard, Alexandria 22315. Can you help? Sign up here to volunteer as a

The JOYFUL BRIDGE BRIGADE is a friendly group of like-minded souls protesting the current regime and its heartless and un-American policies. Through messaging we post on the overpass, we give voice to our concerns and express our displeasure while building community and solidarity. Come join us, make new friends, and stand up for a better future. You don’t need anything but your waving arm; we will have everything that is needed. You can always find more information about our

Sign up for events through Indivisible (rallies, phone banks, meetings, training, and community events) here: https://indivisible.org/get-involved/attend-an-event/ Sign up for events through Mobilize here: https://www.mobilize.us/indivisible/

The League of Women Voters Fairfax Area website has current information about the upcoming elections, a district look-up tool, absentee ballot information, and more. A big part of what LWV does is voter registration. They also offer training videos on registering voters. Why not add an extra skill to your repertoire so you're ready to go should the need arise? League of Women Voters Fairfax Area LWV Voter Registration Training

Network NOVA connects people across Virginia to promote democratic values of equality, justice, and human rights through civic engagement, leadership development, coalition building, and grassroots organizing. Join Network NOVA's weekly live program featuring conversations on politics, elections, culture, public policy, and the grassroots leaders making change across Virginia. Learn more here.

Virginia Democrats are launching Freedom Summer VA 2.0, a statewide effort to educate, register, and mobilize voters, particularly in congressional districts 1, 2, 5, and 6, including a substantial effort to register voters for this year's midterms and the presidential election in 2028. Interested in helping with this effort? The Virginia Department of Elections is offering one-hour classes to become a certified voter registration volunteer. Learn more here.

Sign up here https://www.signupgenius.Protect the Vote CD8 Primary to act as an inside poll observer (Authorized Representative under Virginia Law) on the August 4th CD-8 Primary Election Day. For experienced poll observers, there is also an option to sign up as a "Rover," which would require you to go to different precincts based on some need or just to ensure that things are proceeding smoothly. There are five Rover slots. Legal experience is preferred but not required to

The U.S. Department of Justice has submitted a request to monitor Fairfax and Prince William polls during the August 4 Primary. Fairfax County Democratic Committee (FCDC) views this as part of a multi-state Trump/DOJ effort to intimidate Democrats and Democratic voters. "Virginia is fortunate to have elected strong Democratic leadership, and the same is true for Fairfax County and for the team we work with in FCDC. Along with Precinct Ops and our statewide campaign leaders, t