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NOV. 4 ELECTION
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CONGRATULATIONS CONGRESSMAN JAMES WALKINSHAW (SWORN IN YESTERDAY AT 4:40 PM)!
It's time to take the fight against right-wing extremism directly to the GOP House leadership. Please continue to support James's work [[link removed]] so he can keep Trump’s agenda out of Northern VA.
Watch the two YouTube videos below and read the Blue Virginia article [[link removed]] about his swearing in.
* Rep.-elect James Walkinshaw (D-VA11) Sworn In to US House (9/10/25) [[link removed]]
* Rep. James Walkinshaw (D-VA11) First Speech to US House (9/10/25) [[link removed]]
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FCDC BREAKOUT EVENTS
** H.R. 1 Community Forum (The One Big, Beautiful Bill Act (Public Law 119-21)) Co-Sponsored by the FCDC Black Caucus - Sat., Sept. 12 @ 9 AM - First Baptist Church of Vienna [[link removed]] . Join Delegate David Bulova, Sam Shirazi, Federal Fallout, and Bobby Kogan, Center for American Progress, for an open forum on the political, economic, and social impacts on Virginians of H.R. 1, The One Big, Beautiful Bill Act (Public Law 119-21). No registration required.
** Jammin' For Justice: Dranesville Dems Fall Fundraiser [[link removed]] - Sat., Sept. 13 @ 5 PM; "Jazz Shack" - Arlington address provided upon RSVP. The Dranesville District Democratic Committee, in collaboration with the Arlington County Democratic Committee, presents JAMMIN’ FOR JUSTICE, Dranesville Dems' Annual Fundraiser to Get Out the Vote and Keep Fairfax Blue. Music by The Shacksters (Jazz Shack House Band), Nobody's Business [[link removed]] , and Veronneau [[link removed]] . Suzanne Le Menestrel needs help with set up, clean up, and other tasks, as well as food and beverages. Please sign up for potluck drink and food [[link removed]] and volunteer slots [[link removed]] .
** Mason Dems Rage for Change Fundraiser [[link removed]] - Sat., Sept. 13 @ 7 PM; Address provided upon RSVP. Join Mason Dems for a high-energy night of music, laughter, and creative activism to support our local Democratic Party. Channel your frustration with attacks on immigrants, women, federal workers, and public education into safe, fun “rage” activities—like smashing policy piñatas, bubble-wrap stomping, and creating a community mural.
** Mount Vernon District Dems 48th Annual Ice Cream Social [[link removed]] - Sun., Sept. 14 @ 2 PM; Laurel Hill Park Central Green, 8780 Lorton Rd, Lorton [[link removed]] . Join Mount Vernon District Democrats for our yearly celebration with speakers, ice cream, soft drinks, and other food. The park has a paved and covered picnic area, adjacent playground and restrooms. Tickets are free, but sponsor if you can.
** How We Win The Information War: A National Affairs Committee Policy Forum [[link removed]] - Thurs., Oct. 9 @ 7 PM; Zoom webinar. This in-depth policy forum of experts from across media fields will explore strategies to tackle and overcome the left's media deficit and urgently build media ecosystems, infrastructure, and capacity that fight mis- and disinformation and support democracy.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Editor's Note: Canvasses, fundraisers, meet & greets, etc., associated with the probable Braddock District Supervisor nomination contest are organized in the FCDC calendar under this tag: #BraddockFirehousePrimary [[link removed]] . FCDC does not endorse during primary campaigns or nomination contests. Any Democratic candidate or candidate’s committee may add their Fairfax County events to the FCDC website calendar [[link removed]] .
** Fundraiser with Congressman Eugene Vindman & Delegate Dan Helmer [[link removed]] - Thurs., Sept. 11 @ 6 PM; Address provided upon RSVP. Please join Congressman Eugene Vindman and Delegate Dan Helmer to learn more about the stakes in Virginia this year.
** Friday Power Lunch: YOUR VOTE MATTERS – “Decoding the Vote: Data Insights and Strategies [[link removed]] - Fri., Sept. 12 @ 12 PM; Zoom. This week’s show takes a deep look at how data, digital tools, and storytelling can shape the outcome of Virginia’s pivotal 2025 elections.
** Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano’s Annual Constitution Day Event [[link removed]] - Sat., Sept. 13 @ 2 PM; Address provided upon RSVP. Join supporters for Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano’s Annual Constitution Day event!
** Oktoberfest with Jeff McKay [[link removed]] - Sat., Sept. 13 @ 3 PM; Settle Down Easy Brewing Co. [[link removed]] (Oakton). Join Chairman Jeff McKay for his annual Oktoberfest event with special guest Congressman James Walkinshaw .
** Almost Autumn – Fundraiser for Sully Supervisor Kathy Smith [[link removed]] - Sun., Sept. 14 @ 2 PM; 3507 Armfield Farm Drive, Chantilly [[link removed]] . Come join Sully District Supervisor Kathy Smith and special guest, Congressman James Walkinshaw , and supporters for her annual Almost Autumn fundraiser. Support Kathy Smith in her challenging job of being a Fairfax County Supervisor representing the good people of Sully and Vice Chair of the Board of Supervisors.
** Del. Irene Shin's 2025 Build Your Own Bill Workshop [[link removed]] - Mon., Sept. 15 @ 6:30 PM; Herndon address provided upon RSVP. Back by popular demand, please join Del. Irene Shin for her 4th annual “Build Your Own Bill” workshop! This is a two part series where constituents and community members from the 8th District and beyond are invited to learn more about the legislative process.
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