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Augusta County Democrats @augustacountydems.bsky.social · 5d

Our local democrats have been busy! Barn signs are up around the county reminding our neighbors of our candidates and their reasons for voting blue.

#localpolitics #democracyinaction

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Augusta County Democrats @augustacountydems.bsky.social · 8d

Save the date! Join your neighbors to celebrate Pride on Saturday, October 11th, at the Gypsy Hill Park Bandstand.

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Augusta County Democrats @augustacountydems.bsky.social · 9d

It's time to make your voice heard! EARLY VOTING is available NOW through November 1st at the Augusta County Government Center.

Every Mon - Fri: 8 am - 5 pm through Fri., Oct 31
TWO Sat: 9:00 am - 5 pm on Oct 25 & Nov. 1

#makeaplan #castyourvote

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Augusta County Democrats @augustacountydems.bsky.social · 9d

With just a few weeks left until election day, join us to hear from our local campaigns and learn how we can get our candidates across the finish line!

🗓️ Tuesday, October 7
🕧 6 PM
📍 Augusta County Government Center, 2nd floor cafeteria

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Augusta County Democrats @augustacountydems.bsky.social · 10d

Dust off your signs! It's time to hit the streets again!

🗓️ Saturday, October 18th
🕞 12:30 - 2 PM
📍 Augusta County Courthouse, Johnson Street, Staunton

#nokings #localpolitics #democracyinaction

No Kings Nationwide Protest information on blue background

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Augusta County Democrats @augustacountydems.bsky.social · Aug 15

It's almost September, and that means it's nearly time for the annual Buena Vista Democratic Labor Day Breakfast! Don't miss out on this chance to hear from our fantastic Democratic candidates and to connect with other local Democrats in the community.

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Augusta County Democrats @augustacountydems.bsky.social · Aug 13

There are fewer than 100 days until election day, and we need you! Sign up with Blue Wave America to knock doors and make calls to support our local candidates, Makayla Venable and Jena Crisler!

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Augusta County Democrats @augustacountydems.bsky.social · Aug 11

Calling all Augusta County Dems, we need you this Friday for the Stuarts Draft Fireman's Parade. Line up is at 4 pm, and the parade starts at 5 pm. Come support our local candidates and have some fun!

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Augusta County Democrats @augustacountydems.bsky.social · Jul 30

Keep those signs out for 2 upcoming rallies!

First, join the Waynesboro Dems this Sat, Aug 2, from 9-11 am, at the Main Street Bridge near Constitution Park.

Then, support our schools with the Augusta Co Dems on Thurs, Aug 7, from 4:30-6:15 pm, at the corner of Rt 11 and Dick Huff Ln.

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Augusta County Democrats @augustacountydems.bsky.social · Jul 27

Thank you to everyone for a great Augusta County Fair week! Over 300 ballots were cast in our Best Farm Animal Election. Galloping away with the win was the horse with 111 votes! We appreciate all the kiddos who voted to make their voice heard in our election!

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Augusta County Democrats @augustacountydems.bsky.social · Jul 23

It's one of the best weeks of the year! The Augusta County Fair is happening now at the Expo. Stop by our booth and tell us what you love about where you live, vote for your favorite farm animal, and meet some of YOUR local candidates.

Thanks to Chris and the @staunton-democrats.org for the photo!

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Augusta County Democrats @augustacountydems.bsky.social · Jul 6

The joint Augusta County, Staunton, and Waynesboro Democratic Planning Committee is working towards the next day of nationwide protest - July 17th. More details will be coming soon, but please save the date!

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Augusta County Democrats @augustacountydems.bsky.social · Jul 1

Join our Fall 2025 House of Delegates' candidates for a Meet and Greet Fundraiser! Get to know your future representatives - Andrew Payton (HD34), Jena Crisler (HD35), Makayla Venable (HD36), and Sharron Burgess (HD37).

🗓️ Sunday, July 13, 2025
🕧 4 - 6 PM
📍 Rockbridge Winery & Vineyards, Raphine, VA

Augusta County Democrats @augustacountydems.bsky.social · Jun 30

Join the Staunton, Augusta County, and Waynesboro Democratic Committees and the Blue Ridge Young Democrats as we showcase the America we love in the Staunton Fourth of July parade!

🗓️ Friday, July 4th
🕞 Line up at 9:15 am, Parade begins at 10 am
📍 Line up: Thornrose Avenue, Parade: Gypsy Hill Park

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Augusta County Democrats @augustacountydems.bsky.social · Jun 25

🎆 Join the Staunton, Augusta County, and Waynesboro Democratic Committees as we show the America we love during the July 4th Parade!

🗓️ Friday, July 4th
📍 Gypsy Hill Park, Staunton, VA
🕞 9:15 am - 12 noon

Sign up at the link in bio!

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Augusta County Democrats @augustacountydems.bsky.social · Jun 24

We have our Democratic candidates, now it's time to get to work!

Links in bio to all the candidate websites. Sign up to volunteer, phone bank, donate, and help us elect more progressive candidates this November!

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Augusta County Democrats @augustacountydems.bsky.social · Jun 19

Commemorating #Juneteenth as we honor the past and reflect on what freedom means today.

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Augusta County Democrats @augustacountydems.bsky.social · Jun 9

Folks in VA House District 35, we have a House of Delegates candidate! Dr. Jena Crisler is running against Chris Runion in November and needs our help!

Sign up to knock doors or phone bank through Blue Wave (link in bio) and start spreading the news!

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Augusta County Democrats @augustacountydems.bsky.social · Jun 2

Mark your calendars and bring your friends! 🗓️

Celebrate Juneteenth with our local communities. Let’s honor the past and build the future. #JuneteenthCelebration

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Augusta County Democrats @augustacountydems.bsky.social · Jun 2

❌ No Kings!
🗓️ Saturday, June 14
🕧 2 PM - 4 PM
📍 Augusta County Courthouse, 1 E. Johnson Street, Staunton

We're standing together against the abuses of power, cruelty, and corruption. Bring your signs and your passion for democracy to remind Trump and his enablers: America has no king!

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Augusta County Democrats @augustacountydems.bsky.social · May 30

Join Rockingham-Augusta Indivisible this Saturday, May 31st, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm at the Verona Community Center as we hold a town hall, with or without Ben Cline.

www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve...

Town Hall for VA06's Missing MoC · Mobilize

Town Hall with or without Ben Cline. Either he can address his constituents of Virginia's Sixth District or Rockingham-Augusta Indivisible will. And he won't like what we have to say about his actions...

www.mobilize.us

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Augusta County Democrats @augustacountydems.bsky.social · May 29

When the news gets overwhelming, we like to turn to local organizations doing the work in our local communities.

Renewing Homes of Greater Augusta makes homes safe, warm, dry, and accessible, providing critical home repairs to 135 residents last year. That's what we call being a #neighborinaction

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Augusta County Democrats @augustacountydems.bsky.social · May 28

🗓️ Save the Date!

Our June Monthly Meeting is coming up!
🗓️ Tuesday, June 3
🕞 6:00 pm
📍 Staunton Public Library, 2nd Floor

#localpoliticsinaction #neighborsinaction

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Augusta County Democrats @augustacountydems.bsky.social · May 26

On this Memorial Day, we take a moment to remember and honor those who have served our country and defended democracy both at home and abroad.

#memorialday #rememberandhonor

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Augusta County Democrats @augustacountydems.bsky.social · May 22

Did you know your membership funds directly support our efforts to elect progressive candidates throughout Augusta County? Become a member today and help us send Ben Cline and his friends packing.