The Progressive Democrats of Benicia (PDB) will host a candidate forum TOMORROW, Wednesday, September 4, at 7pm via Zoom (sign-in details are below and on our website).   This virtual event, which is free and open to all regardless of city of residence or political party, will feature interviews with Democratic candidates vying for local office.  (Find out more about our guests below.)

This is YOUR opportunity to engage with local Democratic candidates and gain insights into their positions on key issues affecting Benicia and to learn about the important measures on this fall’s ballot.  We ask that you share this notice to your family, friends and network.  Everyone is welcome.

Endorsement Interviews

At our meeting, we will be interviewing Kashanna Harmon-Lee (left), one of the candidates for the Benicia Unified School District Board of Education – Area 3, which is generally between 780, Rose Drive and west of Grove Circle.  For details, see the pink area on this map:  BeniciaUSD_Trustee_Areas_Scenario1.pdf.  We will also interview and endorse Shannon Frisinger and Rosemary Thurston (Incumbent) for the Solano Community College District that includes Benicia.

The November election will have some important local tax measures on the ballot; we will vote whether or not to endorse these as well. Measure G (Charter City) and Measure H (Real Estate Property Tax). Maggie Kolk will talk about the Citizens’ Initiative to Save our Streets, Measure F.  David Lindsay will speak about CA Prop. 5 that would lower the electoral hurdle for housing bond issues from 67% to 55%.

Zoom Details

The link and sign-in information for most PDB membership meetings in 2024 is below. 

Topic: PDB General Meeting
Time: September 4, 2024 07:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

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Meeting ID: 862 7382 1941
Passcode: 528756

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Why Endorse?

Democratic club endorsements like these matter in local elections because they provide the candidates and causes we believe in most with crucial grassroots support. Clubs like PDB often promote their endorsed candidates and help them build name recognition, connect to important volunteer and professional networks, and access Party resources that can elevate campaigns to the next level. Additionally, voters often use club endorsements to help them select candidates.

An endorsement from a PDB is a strategic asset for any Democratic candidate–led campaign, even if the candidate doesn’t identify as progressive. Ours is a big tent – all registered Democrats are invited and welcome to seek endorsement from the club. Our Club may only endorse Democratic candidates, per our by-laws.

Have You Checked Your Voter Registration?

While we have your attention, don’t wait until the last minute to find out there are issues with your voter registration! If you haven’t voted in a long time, if you moved and want to make sure your registration is exactly as it should be, or if you’re just double-checking, you can check your registration at the Secretary of State’s website. This website also gives you helpful information like your polling location, language preference and more.

Check Your Voter Registration! (CA)