Dear Neighbors, Friends & Fellow Democrats,
While we are disturbed by the number of Americans who decided to cast their votes for President-elect Donald Trump over Vice President Kamala Harris this year, we remain encouraged by the enthusiasm and hard work performed by dedicated volunteers within our Malibu community and across the nation to help elect Democrats. The fight continues onward, and we are prepared to do our part to defend the inhabitants, institutions, and interests of the United States and our allies abroad.
This election cycle, over one hundred volunteers from Malibu hand-wrote over ten thousand postcards, called hundreds of thousands of voters, canvassed across neighboring battleground congressional districts and swing states to knock on many additional thousands of doors, and helped raise over one million dollars for Democratic candidates. Additionally, Malibu Democrats spent hundreds of hours speaking directly with voters and distributing voter registration forms and election information on Sundays at the Malibu Farmers Market.
Congratulations to Malibu’s U.S. Representative Brad Sherman (CA-32), California State Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin (AD-42), our newly-elected U.S. Senator Adam Schiff, Congressmember-elect George Whitesides (CA-27), and all other victorious candidates who voters entrusted with the great responsibility of representing our shared values and accomplishing our common goals. We look forward to continuing to work with Sen. Schiff, Rep. Sherman, Asm. Irwin, and our other elected officials to address ongoing local issues such as improving PCH and public safety, strengthening fire prevention and response, and protecting our environment and open spaces.
Locally, while county election officials will continue to count votes until the end of the month, Bruce Silverstein, Steve Uhring, and Haylynn Conrad currently lead the field of Malibu City Council candidates. We thank each of the candidates who participated in our Malibu Democratic Club forum in October, congratulate the to-be-certified winners, and trust that they will each do their best to serve Malibu. We also congratulate the committee supporting our local school facilities bond, Measure MM, which appears to have passed.
We extend our gratitude to President Joe Biden, California’s own Vice President Kamala Harris, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, and all of the Democratic candidates and grassroots volunteers across the country for their service and commitment to defending democracy. Faced against candidates promoting hate, division, and falsehoods, history will remember that Democrats stood on the side of justice, unity, and truth.
We especially thank our partners at Grassroots Democrats HQ and Westside Democratic HQ for all of the incredible work that they do, and for consistently supporting our volunteer efforts in Malibu.
If you are feeling afraid or vulnerable in the aftermath of this election for any reason, please know that we at the Malibu Democratic Club are here to foster community, support those at risk and in need, and provide information on other helpful resources and organizations.
We will continue to host monthly Board meetings and organize regular events throughout non-election years, and invite you to join the club or renew your annual membership to support our ongoing efforts to be of service while fighting to protect our democracy, our rights, and our freedoms. We will soon resume our monthly hikes and gatherings to more closely unite our Malibu Democratic community, and continue to send out periodic email updates highlighting upcoming events and other useful information.
We wish you joy over the final months of 2024 and during whichever holidays you choose to observe and celebrate.
In solidarity & with gratitude,
Gina Muscatel, Co-President, Malibu Democratic Club
Hap Henry, Co-President, Malibu Democratic Club
Marilyn Green, Volunteer Chair, Malibu Democratic Club
Meet the Candidate
The 4th in our “Meet the Candidate” Series will feature Presidential Candidate, Washington State Governor Jay Inslee. Gov. Inslee will come to the Palisades to meet the community and answer your questions. The “Meet the Candidate” events are designed to provide you the opportunity to meet the Democratic Presidential candidates in person. We believe there is a qualitative difference between meeting a candidate in person and getting an impression on television.
Hosts: Malibu Democratic Club, Pacific Palisades Democratic Club, Santa Monica Democratic Club & West LA Democratic Club
When: Monday, July 22. Doors Open at 4:30 pm. Program begins at 5:00 pm.
Where: Pacific Palisades Woman’s Club, 901 Haverford Ave., Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Cost: Free, but rsvp required.
Parking: Plenty of free Parking is available along Temescal Canyon Road, near the Woman’s Club.
Light refreshments provided.
Inslee served 7 terms in the US Congress, before being elected Governor of Washington in 2012. Inslee has long supported policies that would reverse climate change and create a strong, green economy. This will be his top priority if elected President. Inslee believes Washington State shows the economic power of progressive action. During Inslee’s tenure as Governor, Washington state has become first in job, wage, and GDP growth. It is the only state to rank as both the best place to work, and the best place to do business. As Governor, he has signed laws that (1) invest in public education, (2) significantly increased the state minimum wage, (3) provide sick leave for all workers, (4) provide 12 weeks of family leave for new parents, (5) invest in green infrastructure and jobs; (6) change the protocols for use of deadly force by the police, (7) implement a buy-back program from bum-stocks, (8) implement a suite of clean energy laws, and (9) improve mental health care, among other things. In the US House of Representatives, Inslee voted for the Federal Assault Weapons Ban in 1994 and against the war in Iraq in 2002.
For more info visit: www.JayInslee.com.
***Arrive early as this event WILL reach capacity.***Overflow seating will be available at Barnum Hall.
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The Westside Democratic HQ invites you to the
Second Presidential Debate Watch Parties!
Two nights, July 30 & 31!This is the info for July 30!
CNN Moderators: Dana Bash, Don Lemon and Jake Tapper
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First Night Debaters: Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, Pete Buttigieg, Beto O’Rourke, Amy Klobuchar, Marianne Williamson, John Delaney, John Hickenlooper, Tim Ryan, Steve Bullock.
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Rusty’s
256 Santa Monica Pier
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Doors open 4:00 PM
Debate 5:00-7:00 PM Pacific Time
A landmark on Santa Monica Pier, at the west end of the historic Route 66, Rusty’s Surf Ranch was selected “Most Loved Pier Business” two years in a row. Rusty’s (and The Albright) are part of the historical fabric of our community activism. The Save the Pier! movement at Al’s Kitchen (now The Albright) was ground zero for our progressive values that helped shape our city and the nation.
Please join us at 4:00 for Happy Hour drinks and classic American food and a welcome from Rusty Hicks, chair of the California Democratic Party and Mark Gonzalez, Chair of Los Angeles California Democratic Party as well as some surprise guests!
Free admission. Pier parking lots, Ocean Avenue meters, Parking structure 1 at SM Place and Metro Expo line a short walk to Pier.
Hosted by Westside Democratic HQ:
Heart of LA, Pacific Palisades, Santa Monica, Stonewall, West LA and Westchester-Playa Democratic Clubs! Open to All!
Please RSVPfor Night 1
PLEASE JOIN US!!
(For Night 2 of this round of Presidential debates,
see calendar entry for July 31. )
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The Westside Democratic HQ invites you to the
Second Presidential Debate Watch Parties!
The Second Night, July 31, 2019!
CNN Moderators: Dana Bash, Don Lemon and Jake Tapper
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VICTORY IN NOVEMBER BEGINS TODAY!
WE’RE NOT THROWIN’ AWAY OUR SHOT.
The Westside Democratic Headquarters.
Elizabeth Warren Is Coming to Los Angeles, Next Wed., August 21.
Los Angeles Town Hall with Elizabeth Warren
Wednesday, August 21, 2019
Shrine Expo Hall
665 W. Jefferson Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90007
Doors Open at 4:00 PM. Event begins at 6:00 PM
Tickets are not required but you need to RSVP with the campaign at this link: RSVP/Register Here.
Public Transport:
The Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall is easily accessible via the LA Metro “Expo” Line off the Jefferson/USC exit. For more info visit metro.net
Parking:
(1) – Shrine West Lot: 715 W. Jefferson Blvd
(2) – North Parking Structure: 714 W. 32nd Street
(3) – USC Shrine Structure: 686 W. 32nd Street
(4) – Royal Street Structure: South side of Jefferson Blvd at Royal St. Intersection
*Parking lot availability may vary per event.
VICTORY IN NOVEMBER BEGINS TODAY!
WE’RE NOT THROWIN’ AWAY OUR SHOT.
The Westside Democratic Headquarters.
VICTORY IN NOVEMBER BEGINS TODAY!
WE’RE NOT THROWIN’ AWAY OUR SHOT.
The Westside Democratic Headquarters.
SAVE THE DATE
PACIFIC PALISADES DEMOCRATIC CLUB
ANNUAL GARDEN PARTY
SUNDAY, SEPT. 8, 2019
Mingle one-on-one with your elected officials.
More Information Will Be Posted as It Becomes Available.
VICTORY IN NOVEMBER BEGINS TODAY!
WE’RE NOT THROWIN’ AWAY OUR SHOT.
The Westside Democratic Headquarters.