Whats Up WofA Week of 09.14.25
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Early Voting Poll Greeting – Arlington Dems
Early Voting Poll Greeting is a critical aspect of our voter outreach and Early Voting in Virginia is a full six weeks! We can use all the help we can get to ensure every early voter in Arlington has an opportunity to take a sample Democratic ballot.
We are trying to staff every early voting shift this year, Shifts are 2 hours each and are a great way for new volunteers to help out! We’ll start with Courthouse on September 19, and starting October 21, there will be expanded hours and two more early voting locations at Walter Reed and Madison Community Centers.
Sign up for a shift at:
- Courthouse Plaza(Sept 19–Nov 1) **PRIORITY**,
- Walter Reed Community Center(Oct 21–Nov 1), and
- Madison Community Center(Oct 21–Nov 1).
Friday, September 19th, 8 a.m.
Early Voting Begins!
First Day of Voting Rally w/ Mark Warner and Arlington Democrats – Join us at Courthouse Plaza before casting your ballot. More info and RSVP here
Find out where/when to Vote Early In-Person HERE
Saturday, September 20th, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Postcards in the Parlor
We’ll be meeting in the White Parlor at Clarendon Presbyterian Church, writing cards to Blacksburg voters to encourage them to vote early for Lily Franklin. It’s BYOB & perhaps something to share. Please come to the lower door off the church parking lot & text the number posted there to be let in.
September 19th & 20th
Weekend of Action for Donna Littlepage, HD 40 and Lily Franklin, HD 41
We will first meet up with Donna Littlepage who is the candidate for the moment, on Friday, September 19 at 2:00pm in Roanoke (Hidden Valley Country Club) for refreshments and postcarding. This will be followed by a canvass at 4:00pm – Lovely time to walk around and talk to people. 🦋
Saturday September 20, 9:00am brings us to the HQ of our beloved Lily Franklin. We will have coffee/tea and breakfast sandwiches. We will do our mix and mingle and get out the door before 10am. No fooling around, except for those who may stay with the postcarding group.
Sunday, September 21st, 7:00pm
National Postcard Parties for Virginia #3
At these parties, the candidates will be the guests of honor and the focus of each program. Each party will feature 4-6 candidates who will be there to discuss their campaigns, share their observations and insights from their districts, and, most importantly, engage in conversation with you. During the parties, you can write for the candidate/s of your choice. Featured Candidates for September 21st:
HD34 -Andrew Payton
HD40 – Donna Littlepage
HD62 – Sara Ratcliff
HD83 – Mary Person
HD66 – Nicole Cole
September 22nd
NAACP – Arlington Branch
The 60th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act & How to Help with a Mental Health Crisis
Friday, September 26th, 12:00pm
Power Lunch
Saturday, September 27th – 9:30am – 12:30pm – Spotsylvania
Canvass for WofA Adopt a Candidate Nicole Cole
Join WofA and friends as we canvass for one of incredible adopt a candidates in Spotsylvania. The race may come down to the wire – we need to get Nicole Cole’s name and face recognized by the local community. Anyone that has met Nicole, knows she is a stellar candidate! RSVP HERE If you are interested in carpooling, please fill out Google Form HERE
Thursday, September 30th 5:00pm-8:00pm
Voices of Virginia: Power, Policy, and the People
Virginia’s future is on the ballot. Join leaders & neighbors Sept 30 in NOVA to discuss the issues shaping our democracy. Tickets HERE
Thursday, September 30th, 7:00pm
National Postcard Parties for Virginia #4
This is the final party in our series of 4 National Postcard Parties for Virginia. At these parties, the candidates will be the guests of honor and the focus of each program. Each party will feature 4-6 candidates who will be there to tell you about their campaigns, talk about what they are seeing and hearing in their districts, and most importantly, be in conversation with you. During the parties, you can write for the candidate/s of your choice. This is the final party of the series and will feature School Board candidates.
Thursday, September 30th, 7:00pm
Franconia’s Monthly: How We Win Back Democracy
Join us to discuss: 1) Franconia Heroes stepping up everywhere: Franconia Indivisible, the Joyous Bridge Brigade, Postcards Here and Beyond and more, 2) The Unified Ticket and 100 Delegates – How we’re going to win with State Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell & House Majority Caucus Chair Kathy Tran, and 3) AI and Emerging Technologies – What You Need to Know about the threats and opportunities of big data
Tuesday, September 30th – Courthaus Social, Arlington
WofA’s Ballots & Beers – Voting & Vino Early Voting Social
WOFA, let’s meet at 4:30 at 2100 Clarendon Blvd. on the front steps for Early Voting and then stroll over to Courthaus Social Patio (2300 Clarendon Blvd.)
for a social hour! Bring a friend!
Saturday, October 4th, 9:00 am – Save the Date!
Canvass for Josh Cole and Abigail Spanberger
Join WofA along with our friends from Arlington Blue Families as we canvass for our incredible adopt-a-candidate Josh Cole! We plan on meeting up for lunch after our canvass – Details to follow! RSVP HERE
October 3rd-5th in Virginia Beach
Weekend of Action with COVA
- If you are part of an organization and want to collaborate and table with us, please fill out this Interest Form – https://forms.gle/8u2BUYdfBtoMxL7s7
- Individual Volunteers, please sign up here so we can get a headcount of how many people to expect, who needs a ride, supporter housing, etc. – https://forms.gle/Hxd6V4T5kj5AHPvx5
- Interested in helping plan this event? Please email us at in…@covacoalition.org
Friday, October 3rd, 6:00pm
Elect Stacey Carroll to the Virginia House of Delegates HD-64!
Join Dining for Delegates and Beyond Arlington for an evening in support of Stacey Carroll’s campaign to flip Virginia’s House District 64 blue. HD-64 is the last Republican-held seat in Northern Virginia, is the fastest growing district in Northern Virginia, and is rapidly shifting in favor of Democrats– Harris lost this region by just 2 points in November and voters supported Tim Kaine in 2024, making this one of the easiest pickup seats for Democrats to retain and expand their majority!
Tuesday, October 7th, 7:00pm
Poll Observer Info Session
Poll observers are the eyes and ears of the Democratic Party of Virginia Coordinated Campaign’s Voter Protection team on the ground at polling places across the state on Election Day. They identify potential issues at the polls and work with us and election officials to protect voters. We need to recruit poll observers across the state. You can be an inside poll observer if you are a registered Virginia voter, and an outside poll observer with no restrictions. Thinking about volunteering, but want to know more? Learn the roles of the inside and outside poll observers; how they interact with the poll greeter, boiler room, and hotline; how they get assigned to a particular precinct; whether they can do a half-day shift, and more.
Thursday, October 9th, 7:00pm
How We Win The Information War: A National Affairs Committee Policy Forum
This in-depth policy forum of experts from across media fields will explore strategies to tackle and overcome the left’s media deficit and urgently build media ecosystems, infrastructure, and capacity that fight mis- and disinformation and support democracy. Speakers include:
- Milo Vassallo, Executive Director, The Media and Democracy Project
- Kevin Dreyfuss, Managing Director & Executive Producer at Courier Newsroom/National
- Joan Donovan, Founder of The Critical Internet Studies Institute, Assistant Professor of Journalism and Emerging Media Studies, Boston University
- Mackenzie Warren, Interim Executive Director, Local News Initiative, Medill School of Journalism, Northwestern University
- Liz Kelly Nelson, Founder, Project C | Creator-model Journalism & Media Consumption
Saturday, October 4th 7:00 pm
NAACP Arlington Branch Glow Unapologetically – Embracing Black Brilliance Freedom Fund Banquet
NAACP Arlington Branch is excited to host Glow Unapologetically: Embracing Black Brilliance, the 78th Annual NAACP Arlington Branch Freedom Fund Banquet. NAACP Arlington Branch is excited to host a vibrant evening honoring those who have embraced, shared and utilized their power, brilliance and heritage. October 4th will be an energetic and exceptional celebration of Black excellence, brilliance, and unapologetic pride. Tickets must be purchased in advance, HERE
Now – September 30th 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
Poll Observer Training for VA Dems – Tuesdays/Thursdays
The Democratic Party of Virginia Coordinated Campaign’s Voter Protection team is working to ensure that every voter has access to the polls and that every vote is counted. To accomplish this, we need your help! Please join us for one of our trainings to be a poll observer for Early Vote and Election Day. Sign up HERE
Poll Observer Training – On Demand – Virtual
The Democratic Party of Virginia Coordinated Campaign’s Voter Protection team is working to ensure that every voter has access to the polls and that every vote is counted. To accomplish this, we need your help! Please join us for one of our trainings to be a poll observer for Early Vote and Election Day. Register HERE
Saturdays, Now – September 27th
VA Dems Need Voter Hotline Staff
The Virginia Dems are beginning the process to staff the Voter Hotline. The Hotline helps voters who have a question or problem about voting. You don’t need to be an expert on election law. You will be trained and have access to written materials and experienced leaders at all times. The first training is Saturday, Sept 6 at Noon and will be repeated on each of the next 3 Saturdays. The Hotline starts operating on SEPTEMBER 9. Early voting starts September 19. Sign up for training for the Virginia hotline on Mobilize HERE
Tuesday, October 7th 7:00 pm – 8pm
Poll Observer Information Session
Interested in being a poll observer? Learn the roles of the inside and outside poll observers; how they interact with the poll greeter, boiler room and hotline; how they get assigned to a particular precinct; whether they can do a half day shift, and more. More information HERE
IMPORTANT VOTER & VOTING DEADLINES AND INFORMATION
September 16th – National Voter Registration Day HOW TO HERE
Now – Check Your Voter Registration HERE
September 19th – 1st Day of In-Person Early Voting
Early Voting and Locations HERE
Now – October 24th Register to Vote Register HERE
NEW . URGENT . ONGOING
Thru September 30th – Tuesdays/Thursdays
Poll Observer Training for VA Dems
The Democratic Party of Virginia Coordinated Campaign’s Voter Protection team is working to ensure that every voter has access to the polls and that every vote is counted. To accomplish this, we need your help! Please join us for one of our trainings to be a poll observer for Early Vote and Election Day. Sign up Here
Thru September 30th
Poll Observer Training – On Demand – Virtual
The Democratic Party of Virginia Coordinated Campaign’s Voter Protection team is working to ensure that every voter has access to the polls and that every vote is counted. To accomplish this, we need your help! Please join us for one of our trainings to be a poll observer for Early Vote and Election Day. Register HERE
Saturdays, Now – September 27th
VA Dems Need Voter Hotline Staff
The Virginia Dems are beginning the process to staff the Voter Hotline. The Hotline helps voters who have a question or problem about voting. You don’t need to be an expert on election law. You will be trained and have access to written materials and experienced leaders at all times. The first training is Saturday, Sept 6 at Noon and will be repeated on each of the next 3 Saturdays. The Hotline starts operating on SEPTEMBER 9. Early voting starts September 19. Sign up for training for the Virginia hotline on Mobilize HERE
October 13 6:45 p.m.-7:45 p.m.
We of Action Monthly Membership Meeting at Clarendon Presbyterian Church.
The meeting will take place in “The Sanctuary” (main/upper level) – enter through the rainbow ramp door off of the parking lot (N. Irving St) . Clarendon Metro (.3 miles – 7 minute walk). You can park in the lot (GPS address next door to 1308 North Irving Street Arlington VA 22201) or on the street Reservations MandatoryMembers are invited to O’Sullivan’s Pub after the meeting to catch up with others and continue the discussion about actions we can and must take!
All attendees must RSVP, bags may be searched, and no cameras or videography are allowed.
Please sign up HERE
Saturday, October 18th
NO KINGS 2- SAVE THE DATE! Washington, D.C., is the anchor city for the event, so we will be marching over the Memorial Bridge to meet up at the Washington Monument. Sign up here
Urgent – Unmask Ice (Sign the Petition)
The law should require that people enforcing immigration law display their agency and name or badge during all enforcement actions. They should be forbidden from covering their faces with masks or balaclavas to obscure their identity (with exceptions for medical needs, environmental hazards or covert operations). Personal credentials and arrest authorization must be provided upon request. Sign the Petition Here
Early Voting Poll Greeting – Arlington Dems
Courthouse (Starts September 19th – Lots of shifts to fill!)
WofA Merchandise Shop Is Now Open!
WofA Gear for Good Trouble Now Available!
We have added long-sleeve shirts and sweatshirts for all your canvassing needs! Your purchase helps support our organization!
Find the latest in WofA Resistance Gear and Accessories HERE
ONGOING
Center for Common Ground calling Black Voters in VA (HoD Races)
Tuesdays, 6:00pm – 8:00pm (thru October 30th)
We are calling Black voters in Virginia, encouraging them to vote and providing resources that make it easier to check where they are registered and find the voting information they need. Please Sign Up HERE
National Women’s Political Caucus calling for VA HoD Candidates
Wednesdays, 6:00pm – 8:00 pm (thru October 30th)
National Women’s Political Caucus in conjunction with the Bay Area Coalition, is hosting phone banks for NWPC-VA endorsed candidates every Wednesday from 6pm to 8pm. We have added a dialer that allows us to leave messages, so calling is much more efficient without people feeling like they are on a runaway horse. Since our dialer leaves messages, a single person can effectively use it and make calls; it takes about 25 seconds to get a connection, even if you are the only caller. Our Mobilize link is HERE
PFLAG Connects Monthly Meetings
Every month, our PFLAG Connects: Communities meet for safe, moderated, virtual meetings to seek guidance, ask questions, and learn from others who have been through similar experiences. Our current community offerings gather people of Latino, Black/African American, AANHPI (Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander) backgrounds, as well as military families, families with gender-diverse loved ones, dads, and grandparents!
Check out the August PFLAG Connects: Communities meeting times at pflag.org/connects-communities.
Voting Activists Needed! NAACP – Arlington Branch Now – September
Please help the NAACP provide voting information/services at community events and at affordable housing properties. Sign Up HERE
Join Virginia’s largest nonpartisan voter protection effort as a volunteer
Voter Registration Drive Training – VA Department of Elections
Join WofA’s Visibility Brigade – Wednesdays and Sundays
Join the Rush Hour Resistance! Come join us WEDs 5:00-6:30 and SUNs 5:00-6:30 on an overpass near you to assemble oversized letters made of foam board to create inspiring messages for the passing motorists below. Visibility Brigades is part of a nationwide movement to show everyday people that they are not alone in these unprecedented times. Please email Maria to join the fun at [email protected]
Tesla Tuesday! Arlington, VA
Tuesdays 4:00pm – 6:00pm 2710 S Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA
What’s the Plan – Indivisible – Thursdays 3:00pm
Join Indivisible co-founders Leah Greenberg and Ezra Levin each week, as we carve out an hour to discuss what’s happening and – more importantly – what’s the plan. RSVP HERE
Lobby Days with Senator Warner’s Office (Monthly Zoom)
RSVP HERE
ELECTIONS SECTION
All Things Virginia Elections: From Primaries thru November 4th Election!
Virginia Deadlines, Voter Registration and Updating; In Person Early Voting; and more can be found HERE
Follow WofA’s Power Pack – find more about these candidates and their districts HERE
Canvass for Abigail Spanberger and Stacey Carroll
Canvass for Delegate Josh Cole and Abigail Spanberger
Canvass for Nicole and the Democratic Ticket in Spotsy!
Canvass for Nicole and the Democratic Ticket in Caroline!
PROTESTS, RALLIES, EVENTS and MORE
Spreadsheet of Current and Future Local Actions
Indivisible’s website has specific messages for you to communicate with your Senators and Representatives offices, and includes scripts and a form that will automatically connect your phone with their offices.
CALLS TO ACTION
Choose your Action at: 5Calls.org
ICYMI
SUPPORT PROTESTERS’ RIGHTS – Sign on Letter and Digital Toolkit
Protesters’ rights are being violated in Virginia by the Republican administration. VDOT put up misleading signs and the Virginia state police have been enforcing the signs’ claims that “assembly” is not allowed. The actual state code doesn’t use the word assembly which the public has the constitutional right to exercise. Read more from this Roanoke Times articleclick here for link to text of article. This is a developing story. Over $2100 has been raised to get a billboard up in Shenandoah County where the arrests happened. We need to raise $ fast in rural areas where signs and visibility are important. Please encourage your members to make a donation. Please check out the Constitution Day digital toolkit for social media fundraising posts, sample media releases and easy ways to celebrate it and get that precious earned media!
Please sign your organization to these letters to be sent to AG Miyares, the Virginia State Police Superintendent and the VDOT commissioners demanding that the charges be dropped, the signs taken down and an investigation launched on the aggressive officer who arrested the woman at Exit 269. Use this form to sign on or email Freeda Cathcart at [email protected]
TELL YOUR LEGISLATORS TO VOTE NO ON THE HOUSE VERSION OF THE APPROPRIATIONS BILL
A House bill, which passed out of committee last week, makes deep cuts in Title I and zeroes out Title II professional development grants, English-language acquisition programs, and other essential support for students—overall, a 15% cut in education funding. Please write your federal legislatorsand let them know they must vote NO on the House version of the appropriations bill.
Related News:
- Education Funding and Budget
- More findings about school vouchers and test scores, and they are still negative
- The Fairfax County Public School Board has filed an appeal with the United States Court of Appeals after the School Board’s request for a preliminary injunction on the US DOE placing unlawful conditions for funding was dismissed. The court claimed it did not have jurisdictional authority to rule on how the government allocates funds.9/13/2025
A CALL TO ACTION ON CAMPAIGN FINANCE:
Do your elected officials represent democracy, or the donors who fund them?
Join us in calling on the elected local officials in your jurisdiction to put people before corporations and wealthy donors. Across Virginia, activists are urging local councils and boards to pass resolutions supporting stronger campaign finance laws. Right now, Virginia has some of the weakest campaign finance rules in the country—but communities are speaking up. Leesburg and Blacksburg have already passed resolutions unanimously. Your community could be next—if you raise your voice. Click below if you live in these jurisdictions.
Arlington County, Fairfax County, Loudoun County, Franklin County, Frederick County, Clarke County, Henrico County, Chesterfield County, Orange County, Prince William County, City of Winchester, Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Portsmouth, Richmond, Roanoke, Charlottesville, Williamsburg.
Sign Crew – Join Happy Wheels Arlington!
Arlington is a great place to ride a bike, with safe, comfortable routes reaching most of the County. But many of these routes wind through neighborhood streets and trails, with turns that aren’t obvious or marked. Enter the Happy Wheels Network! Learn More HERE
