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Weekend Joe: Gaza, et al
The news from Washington has been coming at an unprecedented clip over the past week. At first, it might seem somewhat disjointed, but there is actually quite a measure of connectedness. FBI and CIA Trump has been salivating at the prospect of wreaking vengeance on the FBI. In Trump World, any attempts by the FBI to hold him accountable for his extensive crime spree during his first term are seen as “deep state” persecution. Trump and Musk’s Narcissistic Personality Disorders
Feb 8, 20253 min read


North Carolina’s Voting Rights: A History of Progress & Challenges
Voting is the foundation of democracy, yet access to the ballot has been a contested issue throughout U.S. history. In North Carolina,...
Feb 6, 20252 min read


Join Senior Dems for a Lunch 'n Learn!
📅 Date: February 19 🕛 Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM 📍 Location: HCDP Headquarters Enjoy a great discussion and connect with fellow...
Feb 6, 20251 min read


Public School Strong’s 2nd In-Person Training & General Meeting!
Public School Strong (PSS) is excited to invite you to our second in-person training and first in-person general meeting! 📅 Date:...
Feb 4, 20251 min read


🚨 Young Dems of Henderson County are Heading to Brevard! 🚨
This month, instead of our usual meeting, the Young Democrats of Henderson County are taking a road trip to join the Young Progressives...
Feb 2, 20251 min read


Love & Trivia: A Valentine’s Night Out with Dems and Friends 💕🧠
Looking for a fun and unique way to celebrate Valentine’s Day? Whether you’re spending it with your special someone or a group of...
Feb 2, 20251 min read


10 Things You Can Do to Defend Democracy
From The Democracy Docket : “My advice is to take the first step, start with something small and see what works for you. Here are ten...
Feb 2, 20251 min read


Voices of Resilience: Madison Griffith's Journey of Advocacy and Authenticity
From Ohio to Henderson County: Finding a New Home The Henderson County Democratic Party (HCDP) is proud to share the story of Madison Kassandra Griffith , a trans woman whose journey reflects resilience, advocacy, and the power of living authentically . Madison’s story begins in Ohio , where both personal challenges and the political climate led her to seek a fresh start. Encouraged by a friend, she moved to North Carolina , settling in Hendersonville . “Ohio was a depressin
Feb 2, 20254 min read


Weekend Joe: The Big Lie
Our Three Voices in Raleigh Are Failing Henderson County Our three voices at the North Carolina General Assembly— Senator Tim Moffitt and Representatives Jennifer Balkcom and Jake Johnson —all voted for SB 382 , twice . In fact, Mr. Johnson was one of three sponsors of the bill. Described as “disguised as disaster relief” by a Hendersonville Lightning editorial, SB 382 has significantly weakened local zoning control , making it harder for cities and counties to protect fa
Feb 2, 20253 min read


🎉 Senior Democrats - Next Meeting Alert!
The Henderson County Senior Democrats are gearing up for their next meeting, and you won’t want to miss it! This gathering will be an opportunity to connect, discuss key issues, and hear from insightful speakers who are making a difference in our community. Meeting Details: 📅 Date: February 19 🕒 Time: 1:00 PM 📍 Location: HCDP Headquarters Why Attend? Engage with Like-Minded Individuals – Meet fellow Democrats who are passionate about shaping the future of Henderson Cou
Jan 31, 20251 min read


Protecting Your Vote: Update on the NC Supreme Court Race
Thank you to everyone who joined the NC Democratic Party’s urgent virtual briefing on the state of the NC Supreme Court race. If you missed it, you can watch the recording here . If Your Vote Was Challenged If you are one of the voters on Griffin’s list , we’re sorry he thinks your vote is something to be trifled with! You didn’t do anything wrong. Your vote has been counted, and we are fighting to make sure it stays counted. There’s no action required from you right now, th
Jan 27, 20252 min read


Weekend Joe: Henderson County Public School Issues
Our Henderson County Public Schools are under attack. Leadership We have seven members on our HCPS School Board. All are registered Republicans. Three of the members, including the Board Chair, are reasonable. The other four have an agenda that includes: Introducing some form of Bible instruction during the school day. Eliminating “woke” instruction (and presumably “woke” teachers). Guarding against instruction using Critical Race Theory. Banning books deemed inappropriate (t
Jan 26, 20253 min read


Help Us Build a Stronger Future for Henderson County!
The Henderson County Democratic Party is excited to announce the formation of a Building Fund Committee , and we’re seeking volunteers to help shape the future of our organization! This committee will play a critical role in helping us identify and establish a physical space that meets our party’s needs for the years to come. If you have skills, passion, and experience in areas like real estate, budgeting, project planning, fundraising, or community development, we’d love to
Jan 25, 20251 min read


February Breakfast
Kick off the New Year by joining us for our monthly breakfast! Connect with friends, discuss the path ahead, and enjoy a delicious meal...
Jan 23, 20251 min read


Precinct officers are key to the resistance
Throughout the U.S, both Democrats and Republicans report that organized precincts turn out significantly more voters than precincts that...
Jan 23, 20254 min read


Have a Voice in Local Government: Serve on the Hendersonville Board of Adjustment!
(Position is for Hendersonville City Residents only ) Are you a Hendersonville City resident? Are you looking for a way to make a...
Jan 21, 20251 min read


Make Your Voice Heard at the Henderson County Commissioner’s Meeting on February 3rd!
This is your opportunity to advocate for the issues that matter most to you. The Henderson County Commissioner’s Meeting is on February...
Jan 21, 20251 min read


We Have to Start ‘Consuming’ Media Again
I over-consumed media before the election. I was glued to my phone all day and late into the night, reading everything and diving into endless rabbit holes. What was I looking for? A glimmer of hope that the outcome would be something I could live with. My spouse called me neurotic. I muttered under my breath, "You won’t think I’m neurotic when everything I’m afraid of comes true." Yep, that sounds neurotic. After the election, like many others, I went on a media-free diet. C
Jan 18, 20252 min read


Protecting Your Vote: Update on the NC Supreme Court Race
Thank you to everyone who joined the NC Democratic Party’s urgent virtual briefing on the state of the NC Supreme Court race. If you missed it, you can watch the recording here . If Your Vote Was Challenged If you are one of the voters on Griffin’s list , we’re sorry he thinks your vote is something to be trifled with! You didn’t do anything wrong. Your vote has been counted, and we are fighting to make sure it stays counted. There’s no action required from you right now, th
Jan 13, 20252 min read


Virtual Briefing: State of the Race
🚨 Join Us for an Urgent Virtual Briefing! 🚨 🗓 When: Sunday💻 Where: Online (link below) The North Carolina Supreme Court race has...
Jan 11, 20251 min read
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