Folsom Area Democratic Club

06/24/2026

Check out Democrat recent wins!! And don’t forget to get into Good Trouble.

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Winning Wednesday

DHS announced it is giving up on its plan to turn a warehouse in Social Circle, GA into a 10,000 bed ICE detention facility. And this is a very red town!

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The European Union’s 27 member countries voted in favor of opening the first cluster of accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova. This, after Hungary, under new leadership, dropped its longtime opposition.

Also in Ukraine news, Zelensky met with G7 leaders and has secured massive new support in his war with Russia.

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In Texas, Democrats saw record turnout in the primary and outvoted Republicans by 100,000 votes. In TEXAS!! And nearly a third of those who voted for John Cornyn, who lost in the primary, have said that they will vote for Democrat nominee Talarico in the general election.

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A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from obtaining the California hospital records of transgender minors who have undergone treatment.

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The National Park Service must restore censored exhibits on slavery, civil rights, Indigenous history, and climate science.

Also, federal judge in Massachusetts has ordered the Trump administration to restore all signs that were changed or removed at national parks across the country as part of Trump’s directive against “woke signage” last year.

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The first quarter of 2026 produced the most blocked and delayed data center projects on record, according to a new study. Great news!

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As always, please join us to the 4th Wednesday of each month at the Folsom Area Democratic Club to get involved, save our democracy, and meet like-minded people.
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06/24/2026

Another awesome Drinks and Democracy in the books!
Thanks to our star member Josie, we hosted a Fourth of July quiz and gave out some prizes to the top 3 winners. Congratulations to our winners and thanks to everyone who came out!💙🇺🇸🥂

06/20/2026

Reminder!
♠ Democratic Poker Night is back!

Friday, July 17 · Welcome at 6 pm, cards fly at 6:30. $20 buy-in. Dealer’s choice, no wild cards, max bet $1, max raise 3 times per round. Bring your preferred drink and a snack to share — chips, cards, and setup are covered.

Only 14 spots — RSVP early to [email protected]

06/19/2026

Meet the Candidate!

Join us for an exciting opportunity
to connect with Jag Nagendra
SUNDAY
JUNE 28, 2026
TIME
3:30-6:00PM

Come learn about Jag’s background, vision, and priorities, and more importantly, bring your ideas, concerns, and hopes for our community.

Your voice matters, and this campaign is built on listening first.

Share what matters most to you about Folsom’s future.

Click to register:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/meet-and-greet-with-jag-nagendra-candidate-for-folsom-city-council-tickets-1991291837490?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios&sg=c9963036905a9b53868d7868be623d46fd57ab37e8cba2b6e8493c87c29ae91d86ef9eebb5488928f02123901f739b592dcf037723cd6b3eee372cde1d6d218f86baa334cb9afd5310608676b1

Bring a friend and let’s build a stronger community together!
Enjoy light snacks and beverages as you listen.

Come learn about Jag’s background, vision, and priorities, and more importantly, bring your ideas, concerns, and hopes for our community.

06/19/2026

https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/974511/

It's the Dark Heart of Summer so join us! Join us in Citrus Heights as we kick off the General Election and raise the funds to flip Senate District 6! RSVP and get a free drink on us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/darkheartofsummer

06/19/2026

Reminder👉Join the FADC monthly meetings. Get involved, Get connected.
Next meeting on Wednesday, June 24 at 6:00PM

Register at
https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/872524/

06/19/2026

🙌Today reminds us how far we have come and how much work we still have to do for true equity. Juneteenth isn't just a day off; it’s a reminder that we need to actively listen to Black leaders and challenge racism in our own circles.

In honor of Juneteenth, let's make sure we are actively supporting Black-owned businesses and creators today, and going forward.

**Join Folsom Area Democratic Club at the Juneteenth celebration
Black Miners Bar Juneteenth Festival
Saturday, June 27, 2026
11:00am – 7:00pm
*Black Miners Bar, Folsom Lake State Recreation Area on Folsom Lake
9698 Greenback Lane, Folsom, CA

https://juneteenthfolsom.org/

06/18/2026

Visit FADC at the 5th Annual Black Miners Bar Juneteenth Festival! Join us Saturday, June 27th (11am–7pm) at 9698 Greenback Lane to celebrate freedom on the lake where one of California’s earliest Black communities took root.

Bring your family and friends to enjoy horseback riding, a lakeside concert, petting zoo, beer garden, water sports, food & shopping, and raffle prizes. Parking is $10/car.

Can’t wait to see you there! 🇺🇸⭐️