East County Rising Gala Celebrates Six Years

East County Rising Gala

Don’t miss the 6th Anniversary East County Rising Gala! This event is not just a celebration, but also a chance for us to come together as a community, honor the incredible work we’ve done, and look ahead to the future. Luz Reyna is our MC with Eddy Morales, Earl Blumenauer and Esperanza K. Tervalon as…

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What happened in Chicago…

DPO at DNC Convention

Last week, in an exciting celebratory Roll Call, the delegates from each state & US territory cast their votes declaring Vice President Kamala Harris the official Presidential candidate for the Democratic Party. On Wednesday night, Governor Walz humbly accepted the nomination in an emotional, family-focused message. And on Thursday night, the ticket was united on stage, as VP Harris gave her powerful acceptance speech. Enjoy this look back at the spectacular, joy-filled event.

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Let’s Go Neighborhood Leaders!

Banner ad for neighborhood leader signup, white text with blue and green colors and stars in background

The May 21 primary ballot includes some really important votes: US Congress in both the 3rd and 5th districts, Oregon state races including Secretary of State, as well as every County Commission District. It’s spring! The weather is warming up a (little) bit, And we’re getting outside talking voting with our neighbors. Starting now- Before the Voter Registration…

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Let’s vote! Special District Election on May 16

School Board jobs

Democrats in Multnomah County must vote in the May 16, 2023 special district election, particularly in in races where the extreme right (aka MAGA Republicans) is trying to infiltrate, especially with east county school board and MESD contests.

Dannelle D. Stevens explores the some stats about local voting in off-season elections. ow voter turnout means that even small efforts can make a big difference in the outcomes! It also means these districts are very vulnerable to being taken over by negative forces as we have seen in school districts across the US.

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