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The Whidbey Island Democratic Club promotes democratic values and brings Democrats and like-minded people together for social and educational events.

WIDC was formed in 2003 to build social connections and educational opportunities for Democrats on Whidbey Island.

WIDC is not a Political Action Committee, but a club that invites Democrats and like-minded people to participate in our political process.

Our colleagues at INDIVISIBLE wanted to share the message below:

NOW is the time to SPEAK UP!

Let our Senators and Representatives know business as usual isn't acceptable. Urge your friends and relatives in other states to contact their members of Congress. Here are some suggested scripts. With our senators, let’s urge them to #FreezeTheSenate while the power grab continues – using blanket opposition, quorum calls and objecting to unanimous consent. You can find details and talking points from Indivisible here, and toolkits for organizing group visits to senators’ local offices here.

Other tips from a Senate staffer on what works:

1) The best thing to be heard is face-to-face time e.g., go to their town halls. Visit their local offices. Ask questions. 

2) But, since in-person events don't happen every day, the most important thing that people should be doing is calling your senators and your Representative.

3) Online contact isn't as effective . . .Calls are what congress people pay attention to. Each day, Senior Staff and the Senator get a report of the 3 most-called-about topics for that day. (Note: It's said that Republican callers generally outnumber Democrat callers 4-1.)

When you call:

1) Pick 1-2 specific things to focus on.  Even if there's not a vote coming up in the next week, call anyway. It's important that they just keep getting calls.

2) Be clear on what you want — "I'm disappointed that the Senator..." or "I want to thank the Senator for their vote on... " etc.

  • Meet our team here.

  • Read up on important issues here.

  • Find out more about our events here.

Democracy is not a spectator sport - it requires action

So what is Whidbey Island Democratic Club about, anyway?

  1. Diversity and Equity: We promote diversity, social justice, and equity, striving for inclusivity and fairness in all our endeavors.

  2. Justice and Rule of Law: We are committed to upholding justice, protecting the Bill of Rights, our republic, and the rule of law as fundamental pillars of our democracy.

  3. Informed Democracy: We believe in the power of an informed democracy, providing vital information to our community about local, state, and federal elections, candidates, and issues.

  4. Democratic Priorities: We advocate for democracy with a focus on specific issues including a woman's right to choose, freedom from gun violence, urgent climate action, and election integrity.

  5. Social, Labor, and Environmental Justice: We are dedicated to advancing social, labor, and environmental justice, recognizing their interconnectedness and importance for a thriving society.

  6. Truth and Respect: We uphold truth, dignity, and respect for others' democratic viewpoints, fostering understanding and constructive dialogue within our community.

  7. Education and Advocacy: We respect one another, foster understanding of democratic priorities, and educate the public about important issues, empowering individuals to engage meaningfully in our democratic processes.

These values serve as the foundation of our club, guiding our actions as we work towards a more just, equitable, and democratic society