Donate to help us get out the Voter Guide!
So – you don’t have to risk a confrontation with angry MAGA followers, you don’t have to persuade anyone to change sides. All you have to do is make sure our allies vote – in droves. Share MIvoter.org with everyone you know, and let the gratitude pour in. Check out – and share! – this fantastic new video from our all-volunteer MIvoter.org marketing team.
It’s like having that one “voting friend” who ensures you’re always in the know and confident in making informed choices.
MIvoter.org – everything you need to vote.
Tell your friends about MIvoter.org! You can pull down social media assets to share from mivoter.smugmug.com anytime!
And be sure to follow us: X/Twitter: @mivoter_org • Instagram: mivoter.org5 • TikTok: mivoter.org • Facebook: Mivoter.org
Printed Voter Guides are here!
Distributing the Voter Guide is WCDP’s largest and most important get-out-the-vote effort!
We need a whole lot of volunteers to walk “turfs” – that’s a list of addresses. Each turf takes about 2 hours, depending on the size. You won’t be knocking on doors, and the addresses are for Democratic-leaning voters.
Sign up today! https://www.mobilize.us/washtenawdems/event/643579/
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One Campaign: Winning Up & Down the Ballot!
WCDP Get-Out-the-Vote Events: https://www.mobilize.us/washtenawdems/
Sign up for one, or two, or more get-out-the-vote activities including:
- Student Voter Outreach at EMU, WCC, and UM campuses
- 2024 Voter Guide Distribution across Washtenaw County
Washtenaw
- Weekend Canvasses, Saturdays, 10am, Sundays, 1pm, sign up here for Ann Arbor, here for Ypsilanti, and here for Western Washtenaw
- Ann Arbor Office Greeter, Daily, 10am, 1pm, 4pm, 6pm, sign up here
- Ann Arbor Turf Prep + Yard Sign Assembly, Fridays, 4pm, sign up here
- Ypsilanti Office Greeter, Daily, 10am, 1pm, 4pm, 6pm, sign up here
- Ypsilanti Turf Prep + Yard Sign Assembly, Fridays, 4pm, sign up here
Statewide
- Virtual Phonebanking, Mondays/Thursdays 5pm, Saturdays/Sundays 2pm, sign up here
- Using Your Digital Voice, Tuesdays, 5pm, Mobilize link here
- Deconstructing Project 2025 and Inspiring Voters to Fight for their Freedoms, Sundays 4pm, Tuesdays 6:30pm, Mobilize link here
Shop WCDP Merch!
Shop new merch now – in our online store, at the office, and at visibility events. This is just a sampling of the amazing original button and yard sign designs from volunteer Lisa Murphy!
ICYMI – Dem Wins for Michigan
Michigan Battery Production Poised to Power the Country’s Future
Michigan’s innovative battery industry powered by dedicated workers is getting an upgrade thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that Senators Gary Peters and Debbie Stabenow helped enact in 2021. With $355 million in federal investment, the state will boost production of advanced batteries and battery materials. Michigan’s battery manufacturing sector is vital to strengthening the country’s electrical grid, while also ensuring American homes and businesses have the power they need to thrive.
“The Michigan ethos is embedded in America’s industrial fabric, and the Biden-Harris Administration is deepening that proud manufacturing legacy,” said U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Granholm (a former Michigan governor). “Thanks to the Investing in America agenda, Michigan is poised to see over $1 billion more in public-private investment creating hundreds of new jobs for workers across the state who are essential to ensuring our national energy security.”
Thanks to our Democratic Senators for creating good-paying jobs and making sure Michigan leads the way to a clean energy future.
Michigan House Democrats Deliver for Kids
Supporting public education is a strong Democratic value, and Michigan legislators are delivering for our kids! Michigan House Democrats passed House Bill 5503, which provides resources for school safety and mental health, as part of a suite of education-focused legislation enacted by Democrats. The bills also include provisions for school meals and enhanced teacher retirement funding.
“As a teacher-turned-legislator, I saw firsthand the effects of years of under-funding in the classroom,” said state Rep. Matt Koleszar (D-Plymouth), chair of the House Education Committee. “Our fiscal 2025 education budget freed up hundreds of millions of dollars that schools can put back into the classroom. Today, we’re making that change permanent.”
This year’s budget gave Michigan schools an average of $400 more per pupil than last year. Thanks to all the Michigan House Democrats who keep Michigan schools going strong!
Barns for Harris/Walz!
Do you have a barn, or know of one we could paint on?
Back in 2008, there was an unofficial “Barns for Obama” thing going on. How about “Barns for Harris” this year? The paintable space needs to be on the lower part of the barn that’s visible from the road.
If you don’t have a barn, how about a good location for a really big sign?
A good location might be on a county road between, say, Dexter and Chelsea, or between Chelsea and Manchester, or on main roads into Ypsilanti or Ann Arbor. We’ll make 10 double-sided Harris signs, 4’x6′. With stands and hardware they cost $32 to produce — but we’ll give them away too.
Let me know — Cynthia Lempert, clempert@umich.edu
Seeking Social Media Volunteers using TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X/Twitter!
We’re looking for volunteers to help us promote MIvoter.org, your one-stop shop for personalized voting, candidate, and Dem endorsement info statewide. Check out a working version at MIvoter.org using a Washtenaw County address. We need:
- Volunteers who can help maintain MIvoter.org accounts on FB, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. A volunteer will get on the accounts twice a day, maybe a total of an hour, to do the basics: post, like, follow, reply, and purge (trolls and the like). Experience posting on these platforms is important, experience using a social media management platform like HootSuite or Buffer a plus. Hope to have a group of several volunteers doing this.
- We’re also looking for volunteers to help us identify pro-democracy social media influencers (individuals and organizations) with lots of followers who can help us reach voters throughout Michigan.
Please contact our volunteer coordinator at volunteer@washtenawdems.org
A Crucial Discussion on Voting
Monday, 10/14, 7 – 8pm, on Zoom
Hosted by:
- WeROC
- Ann Arbor Bethel AME Social Action Committee
- Sigma Rho Graduate Chapter Omega Psi Phi Fraternity
- New Beginnings Community Church of Washtenaw County
- Palm Leaf Club of Ypsilanti
Topic: Decisions that affect our daily lives are at the bottom of the ticket, yet many voters do not vote the whole ballot. Let’s discuss why it is vital to vote down ballot.
Speakers:
- Rena Basch, Ann Arbor Township Clerk, and Washtenaw County Election Director
- Ricky Jefferson, Former County Commissioner, and Ypsi City Councilman
They will help us understand what is at stake and how to make informed voting decisions.
Register Here: Zoom Registration
WCDP Black Caucus Endorsement Meeting
Tuesday, October 15, 2024, via Zoom at 6 PM
MEETING REGISTRATION LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUlfuisrDIsHNFtbOhsMuDEsVYFYiOeh7Xv
All members must have their 2024 dues paid to vote.
NOTE: The only accepted payment forms are Check, Cash, or PayPal.
2024 MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL
To remain an active member of the WCDP Black Caucus, a member must:
- Be an active member of the Michigan Democratic Party (MDP). Click HERE for more information on how to join the MDP.
- Complete the WCDP Black Caucus Membership Application.
- Click HERE to pay your WCDP Black Caucus dues.
The WCDP Black Caucus membership period is from January 1st to December 31st.
Membership Fees – Effective
General Membership: $25 /per year
Seniors (Ages 55+): $15 /per year
Youth (up to age 17): $10 /per yearPlease feel free to email us at wcdpblackcaucus@gmail.com with questions or reach out to any member of the Executive Committee.
Asian & African American 2024 Annual Unity Picnic
Sunday, October 20, 1 – 5 PM
This year with all the dissension and hate across our county (and country), it is particularly important that we come together at this event which is all about building understanding, connections, and community. All are welcome!
Note: Date changed to October 20, 2024, due to U of M Football Homecoming. Park Pavilion has heat and closures if bad weather.
Food, Fun, Activities for Kids, Music, New Friends & Old!
At Montibeller Park, 4305 Ellsworth Road, Ann Arbor, 48108
Special Thanks and Appreciation to: Host: Pittsfield Township, Supervisor Mandy Grewal, & the Board of Trustees!
We are encouraging you to be a sponsor (names on publicity), donate, volunteer and/or bring a dish to share. Food also provided.
Contact or questions: Kathy Wyatt (Katherineawyatt@gmail.com or 734-678-8623) Mary Hall-Thiam (mhallthiamaka@gmail.com), Ayesha Ghazi Edwin (ayesha.ghazi@gmail.com).
Checks written/sent to Ann Arbor/Hikone Sister City Foundation, c/o Mary Hall Thiam 2755 Arrowwood Trail, Ann Arbor MI 48105.
WCDP Black Caucus October General Meeting
Saturday, October 26, from 10 a.m. to noon, hybrid
All members must have their 2024 dues paid to vote.
NOTE: The only accepted payment forms are Check, Cash, or PayPal.
2024 MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL
To remain an active member of the WCDP Black Caucus, a member must:
- Be an active member of the Michigan Democratic Party (MDP). Click HERE for more information on how to join the MDP.
- Complete the WCDP Black Caucus Membership Application.
- Click HERE to pay your WCDP Black Caucus dues.
The WCDP Black Caucus membership period is from January 1st to December 31st.
Membership Fees – Effective
General Membership: $25 /per year
Seniors (Ages 55+): $15 /per year
Youth (up to age 17): $10 /per yearPlease feel free to email us at wcdpblackcaucus@gmail.com with questions or reach out to any member of the Executive Committee.
 MDP Veterans and Military Families Caucus Is Mobilizing Members for Harris-Walz!  Veterans Tailgating Voter Outreach – Two Events!Food, drink and esprit de corps with fellow Democratic VeteransWorking the crowds, handing out literature and making small talk about the election with diverse football-loving Michigander electorate ACTION: Fill out this form if you might attend! Saturday, October 26, Ann Arbor, Wolverines v. Spartans Ann Arbor Golf Course next to the Big House Sunday, October 27, Detroit, Lions v. Titans Urban Garden in Downtown Detroit AND Veterans’ Voices: Op-Eds, Letters to the Editor, Press Releases When: Between now and election day Where: Anywhere Use your voice and your identity between now and election day to make a difference. As Veterans who are parents, siblings, and members of the community, YOU have a unique superpower – people will listen when you identify yourself and speak – and these people include undecided voters.The Vets Caucus is working with the MDP and the DNC VMFC to get your voice out there. The team will help you craft your message and get it published. ACTION: Please fill out this form and we will be in touch. |
ICYMI – Video from our October Monthly Meeting – Organize for the final push!
Please note we have no meeting November 2, but do mark your calendars for our Volunteer Appreciation Celebration Saturday, December 7, 9:30 – noon!
Official Notice: Fall County ConventionThe WCDP’s Fall County Convention will be held on Saturday, November 16, 2024 from 1:00 – 2:30, via Zoom only.
You must have been a member of WCDP for 30 days – no later than October 17, 2024 – in order to participate. Registration is required. Please register here at your earliest convenience to enable WCDP’s Membership Co-Chairs to check your membership status during this extremely busy season.
The purpose of the Fall County Convention is to elect members to the County Committee. The number of members to be elected to the County Committee from each of our 15 regions is determined by the number of votes for president in the latest election cast in each region.If you are interested in serving on the County Committee please contact info@washtenawdems.org for further information.
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WCDP Mission and Values
The WCDP’s mission is to grow a broad representative base of committed voters, volunteers, and leaders who work together across Washtenaw County to elect Democrats who champion policies that reflect our values. We commit to living these values in our work together and to being a resource for Democratic allies.
