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#CallToAction * OUR WEEKEND AHEAD! Dear California Desert community members and **Saturday, January 24th, 2:00 – 4:00 pm, Embassy Suites Palm Desert**

**Saturday, January 24th, 2pm - 4pm, Embassy Suites Palm Desert**

MEETING OF DEMOCRATS OF THE DESERT, California Democratic Council Affiliate

Join us for an engaging program featuring “DISRUPT,” a high-impact national organization mobilizing young voters for electoral success. DISRUPT’s founder and leader, Carlos Calzadilla, will be joining us from Brooklyn, NY to share their insights and connect with our community. There is no cost to attend. 
Please register in advance using this link:  Registration Form | DemocratsoftheDesert 

 

**Sunday, January 25th, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, Indio**
"LET’S BRING ON 2026!" It's a grassroots fundraiser and friend raiser reception with California's 25th District Congressman Raul Ruiz, MD.

Come together to support Congressman Raul Ruiz’s re-election effort for CA-25, which will soon include Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and La Quinta. Your contribution of $35, $100, $250, or another amount will help ensure continued progress for our desert region. The event location will be shared with registered attendees. Please consider contributing even if you're unable to attend.
Register at: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/110225ruiz

 

 

**Sundays, 9:00 – 10:00 am, Weekly Sidewalk Protests in Palm Desert**

On the four corners of Hwy 111 and Monterey, join us in standing up for our values—whether it’s opposing the Trump agenda, supporting healthcare, or defending Social Security and constitutional freedoms. Pick your cause, bring your sign, and help amplify our collective voice. No registration required—just show up and participate! *And, when you're there on Sunday, ask DOD Actions & Advocacy Chair Christine about our #SignsOfFascism protests too.

 

By attending and engaging in these events, we build a stronger, more inclusive community. These gatherings are a great opportunity to connect, learn, and make an impact together. Thank you for standing with us and contributing your energy to our shared mission to elect Democrats, make progress on our Democratic values, and defend democracy against the Trump agenda.

 

We hope to see you at these events! For updates and opportunities, please visit our website, follow our Facebook and Instagram pages, attend our meetings, and more.

 

With appreciation and solidarity, 
Democrats of the Desert, a California Democratic Council affiliate

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