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AUGUST 2026
Help us get the vote out for the Primary before the Tuesday, August 11th election by knocking on doors and making phone calls! Saturday, August 8- 9-12pm, 12-3pm, 3p-6pm Sunday, August 9- 12-3pm, 3-6pm Monday, August 10 - 4pm-6pm, 6pm-8pm Tuesday, August 11 - 4pm-6pm, 6pm-8pm
RESOURCES FOR VOTERS Wisconsin Public Radio's Voter Guide 2026 - Governor candidates and US House of Representatives, District 3. LINK
August 15, Saturday, 2026 Huntington's Team Hope Walk and 5K - EC Dems have formed a team. Donate or Join HERE - Info below
August 15, Saturday, Multi-County Meet-Up/Potluck - 11am-1pm, Menomonie - More Here or below
August 20, 5pm-9pm, DEMS ANNUAL PICNIC. Registration Now Open! (See below)Sept. 12, 8am-4pm, ECCD Thrift Sale (details here or below)
Every Thurs, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, Coffee Klatch, All are welcome!
Each Saturday -Canvassing. Come out and Canvass about Reps. J. Emerson, C. Phelps and Sen. J. Smith. 9am-11:30am, 12pm-2pm Here
Saturdays, Canvass with Sen. J. Smith. 9am-2pm - HereSundays, Issues Canvassing, Share info on Sen. J. Smith, Reps. J. Emerson, C. Phelps 12-3pm, 2-5pm - Sign up Here
Neighborhood Canvasses w/Rep. C. Phelps Wednesdays, 4-7pm, Learn More3rd CD Young Democrats meet virtually- 2nd Thursday/monthly, 6:30pm.
AUGUST 11 - Partisan Primary - Get Out the Vote - Sat. Aug. 8-Tues. Aug.11 Volunteers needed to knock doors, make phone calls, support with food! More info here or below
Kelda Roys Town Hall, Sunday, Aug. 9, 11am, DRC, Eau Claire More info here or below
Fundraiser for Francesca Hong for Governor, Sun. Aug. 9, 6pm. RSVP here and location will be shared.
Rally Forward, Friday, August 14, 3pm-5pm Location TBD. Join the Gov. Candidate and Lt. Gov. S. Godlewski, Learn More
Sen. Jeff Smith Fundraiser, Friday, August 14, 5:30pm-7pm. Primary election review, Nov. election strategy discussion. Info here or below.Election Watch Parties
Berge Campaign, Public Watch Party-The Plus, starts 8pm. Details here or below
Cooke Primary Night Party, Mogie's Pub, 7:30pm-10pm. Details here or below
Friday, August 14, 12pm-1pm, Stand Up to Make Social Security Solvent, Details hereor below Thursday, August 20, 5:45pm-pm, Book Discussion, Animal Farm by George Orwell, Dragon Tale Books, Menomonie. More info
PROTESTS:
Wed, Aug. 12, We Can't Afford MAGA Extremists Rally,Downtown Eau Claire - People's Protest, 4:00 - 5:30 pm. Click Here or below
Every Monday, 7:30am-8:30am, Bridge Brigade Protest, (Details)
I don't put an article in this newsletter every month, but know that there always is a ton of good progressive news every month for all to read about.
For August, I would like to share a few of my thoughts:
First. Thank you everyone. Especially, thankyou to all of the volunteers who make the Eau Claire Democratic Party one of the best in Wisconsin (my opinion of course).
Second. There is an election next Tuesday, August 11!Be sure you VOTE! The Eau Claire County Democratic Party aims to inform voters about boththe candidates and the issues. We have provided information with our newsletters, Coffee Klatch weekly meetings, forums, meet and greets, monthly meetings, Pub nights, and so many more ways.
Third. I would like each of you reading this message to do one more very important thing. After the votes are counted on August 11, we all must support the Democratic winners so that we will be victorious on November 3. The only way the Republican candidates can win on Nov. 3 is if we don't vote for our Democratic candidates.
Pick up YARD SIGNS! Below are who has provided signs at the DRC. Governor candidates:
Joel Brennen
David Crowley
Francesca Hong
Kelda Roys 3rd CD candidates:
Emily Berge
Rebecca Cooke State Treasurer: Dylan Helmenstine
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Annual Fall Thrift Sale - Sat. Sept. 12. Volunteers Needed to be on the team! If you want to help with that, please let Linda Norton know: 920-350-5201 or lnorton08@gmail.com.
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2026 HUNTINGTON’S TEAM HOPE WALK & 5K
SATURDAY, AUGUST 15, 2026
PINE PAVILION, CARSON PARK, EAU CLAIRE, WI
CHECK-IN 9 AM/ WALK BEGINS 10 AM
Join the Eau Claire County Democrats Team in the Team Hope Walk to fund crucial support services, support research for more
treatments, and, eventually, find a cure for Huntington's Disease.
Donors—be sure to credit your donations to the team (Eau Claire County Democrats) or to a team member. (Look for team members’ names at that team page.)
PICNIC REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! Click hereto let us know you plan to attend!
Gather with fellow Democrats and progressives for the Annual Picnic! Families and Walk Ins are Welcome!!
5pm Social Hour 6pm Picnic Dinner 7pm Program to follow
Free Meal includes: Bratwurst and Vegetarian Options, Beans, Cole Slaw Beverages: Water, Soda, Wine, Hard Selzer, Beer
We anticipate a large turnout, so bring a lawn chair! Cash donations are not required but gratefully accepted at the picnic to help defray the food costs, estimated to be $10.00 per person.
The Coffee Klatch’s main purpose is to engage all citizens in meaningful discussion about political values and policies. The most important component of a functional democracy is an informed electorate. Join others for interesting conversation about current events or pressing issues.
Time: Thurs 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. Location: Live @ the DRC, 440 Broadway St., Eau Claire or on ZOOM August 20 - Jordan Hauser, Owner of River Flow Fillery
To make this year’s sale more manageable, we have decided that the following types of items WILL be accepted:
jewelry
artwork and supplies
garden tools, including outdoor furniture and camping, fishing equipment
tools in general
kitchenware
sports items
backpacks
kids’ clothes, toys, furniture, books
plants
lamps
furniture, lightweight and movable
vinyl records, CDs, DVDs
craft items.
Items NOT accepted: adult clothes, holiday items, adult books ( manuals, reference books, etc), shoes, odds and ends of glassware, dishes, etc. Items must be gently used ( or new). More details on drop-off times and other procedures for the sale will be posted in future Enews and Newsletter. And of course, a schedule of volunteers before and during the event will be needed. If you have any questions or want to volunteer , please contact Linda Norton, 920-350-5201 or lnorton08@gmail.com. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
Click herefor the roster of all statewide and 3rd CD candidates.
ALL ARE WELCOME TO THIS PUBLIC WATCH PARTY!
STATE FAIR VOTING RESULTS
People voted on Issues they care about with marbles.
Visitors to the Northern Wisconsin State Fair in Chippewa Falls and to Farm Technology Days near Stratford, WI, voted with marbles on the issues most important to them. Click Here to see the results!
You are cordially invited to the inaugural 2026 Chippewa Valley Multi-County Meet-Up and Potluck, hosted by the Dunn County Democrats!
Join us for a meet-and-greet and strategy session to help us come together to support our shared candidates. Food is potluck style - bring a dish to share, if you'd like!
When: Saturday, August 15, 11am - 1pm Where: Lakeside Park in Menomonie, WI
Some topics we'll be discussing: * Using technology to coordinate our efforts
* Cross-county canvassing opportunities
* Pooling our resources for shared events
* Finding ways to reach our rural voters
An agenda will follow in the coming days. A Mobilize link is available here.
Party leadership and any eager members and volunteers are all welcome to attend! Any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out. We hope to see you all there!
Heather Seburn, Co-Secretary, Dunn County Democrats, 818-294-3705
Social Security will have its 91st Anniversary on Friday August 14, 2026. To celebrate the visionary leadership of Frances Perkins, Secretary of Labor and F.D. Roosevelt, President who signed the social security act into law on August 14, 1935; the Wisconsin Alliance of Retired Americans (WIARA) is hosting a rally. Wisconsin is one of 40 states who is chartered with the National Alliance for Retired Americans. WIARA stands up for issues such as: Medicare, pensions, Social Security, scam prevention, prescription drugs to mention a few. They also monitor voting records of Federal senators/representatives. Check the website: retiredamericans.org
What: Stand up to make Social Security Solvent - Educate who is eligible -
Date: Friday August 14, 2026
Location: 4120 Oakwood Hills Parkway - Eau Claire, WI 54701
Find Committeemeetings on our website calendar. To obtain zoom links to any meeting, please send email request at least 48 hours prior to meeting date to: ecdems@eauclairedemocrats.com.
Standing Meetings Executive Team, First Wednesday, each month, 6:30 pm, DRC/Zoom Management Team, every Wednesday, 10 am, Zoom
Dem. Party of Chippewa County- CCD Office,103 N. Bridge St, Ste 310, Chippewa Falls.WebsiteTo attend virtually, email: chippewademocrats@gmail.com
Dunn County Democrats- DCD Office, 1315 N. Broadway St., MenomonieWebsite
All Memberships Are $10.00 Per Person. Want to Join Online? CLICK HERE For all new or renewing members, receive 5% off estate planning, trusts or wills through Banchy Law Center, LLC.
CLICK HERE to Learn More About How to Get Involved with the Eau Claire County Democrats. LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS: Website Updates & Socials * Write or post for ECCD Blog * Membership Committee * Volunteer Outreach *!
We offer internships and service learning in Operations Assistant, Grassroots Organizing - Email: ecdems@eauclairedemocrats.com Social Media Management, and Website Maintenance Email:eccountydems@gmail.com
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