Franklin County Young Democrats

10/01/2025

Make no mistake!

This. Is. A. Republican. Shutdown.👏

https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/government-shutdown-begins-trump-congress-no-deal-rcna234678?fbclid=IwRlRTSANKgdxleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHv7XTOIU7eaIaZDRoDrVZXNdR0xjEyPVhyOigYHvRGpMW96pJ1UwDJN_xz8U_aem_HiEaayqggXA0UgiTzdh3pw

It's unclear how long the shutdown will last, with the parties nowhere near an agreement. Democrats want health care money, while Republicans insist they won't be held "hostage.”

08/19/2025

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik time and time again, has failed to properly address and show up for her constituents. Voting to cut rural healthcare, voting to cut public assistance, promoting failed Trump policies, and attacking members of her own party to get her way. Tsk tsk, Elise.

In NY-21, we have OPTIONS in 2026. For years we’ve lacked true representation in Congress. When they tell us hospitals are closing, they’re talking about ours. When they say healthcare is getting cut, they’re talking about ours. We are rural America- the first on the chopping block, and the last on their minds. We mustn’t forget the actors who played their part in this tragedy, and we must hold them accountable for their actions.

And she wants to run for Governor? 👀

I’ll wait 🤨💅

07/18/2025

The Big Ugly Bill looks to target communities like ours. Stripping away our rural hospitals, our healthcare, and means of survival. North Country residents rely on Medicaid, they rely on SNAP and other programs to survive. Donald Trump, Elise Stefanik, and Republicans in Congress have no regard for communities like ours.

Rural America is the backbone of this nation, and time and time again- we’re the first on the chopping block.

Elise Stefanik was elected to represent our interests in Washington. She was elected to be at the table that we as Americans have built, and she has failed. No town halls, no visits, no care.

This Sunday- Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Congressman Paul Tonko, will be arthe Strand Theater to host a townhall. Showing up for the people of NY-21.

Register and have the opportunity to have a conversation!

NY-21, you deserve so much more than a representative that will sell out your healthcare for their own career ambitions and the billionaires that pay them. RSVP to join Reps. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Paul Tonko on Sunday, July 20th in Plattsburgh!

04/27/2025

As we see continuous attacks on our rights, liberties, and freedoms we have learned now more than ever why it’s important to get involved and protect ourselves and those around us!

In these trying times we understand how scary and intimidating getting involved has been made to be. President Trump and Republicans have pushed outladish rhetoric to hinder our ability to push back on the Trump administration and its dangerous policies.

If you’re between the ages of 16-36, live in Franklin County, are a registered Democrat, and mad as hell. Join the Franklin County Young Democrats! A group dedicated to fighting the good fight, and bringing young people to the table.

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04/25/2025

As thousands in NY-21 brace for potential life threatening cuts to their healthcare, our member of Congress is gallivanting at a gala to honor her for always being “America First.” Majortiy of us seem to be under the impression that putting America first would be standing up to this administrations ludicrous proposals, guess Republicans have changed that definition.

As Congresswoman Stefanik prepares to potentially launch a gubernatorial bid, which would have disastrous implications for NYers. She has yet to come home to explain why she supports an administration who impedes on the everyday lives of the people of NY-21.

Make it make sense, Elise 🤗

Congresswoman Offers Blueprint For Challenging Hochul, But Has Not Yet Committed To A 2026 Run For Governor New York Congresswoman Elise Stefanik garnered strong support from Republican leadership at the 2025 New York Republican Gala, where she received the first ever “America First” award amids...

04/17/2025

Someones in an awful hurry to get out of representing the people of NY-21🤔

The congresswoman is a close ally of President Trump.

04/17/2025

Local events in our county to make your voices heard this weekend!

01/28/2025

There are no words to describe the detrimental impact this will have on everyday people struggling to survive in this country.

President Donald Trump's order to pause all federal grants and loans sowed widespread confusion on Tuesday over its impact on far-reaching programs such as Medicaid, sending nonprofits and government agencies scrambling to understand its scope and prompting immediate legal challenges.

01/24/2025

As we continue to maneuver through these new uncertain times, we must remember who we are and the power that we hold!

We are living in a reality in which we all thought would never come to fruition, but here we are. Now more than ever it is important that we get involved. More importantly, we must remember that we are a community built on the foundation of togetherness, and we all understand that our individual differences make us stronger as a whole.

Talk to one another. Know where and when your local political committees meet. Go to local & county meetings to get involved. Change starts at the local level!

For those who don’t know where to go or how to go about getting involved, send us a message here or email us; [email protected]

Your voice matters💙

11/08/2024

As young people, we are feeling a sense of hopelessness. Not knowing what comes next for our nation and not knowing what the next steps that we take are.

We have to naturally greive the loss of this election that we’ve all put time and energy into. Organizing doesn’t start during a midterm year, nor does it start during a Presidential election. Attending our local county/town Democratic committee meetings. Investing in local politics and building a network and coalition that builds a better foundation for our party on a national stage. We ask that you attend those meetings and give input into what you want to see changed.

As Kamala Harris said, we concede this election but we do not concede the fight for our freedoms. So don’t give up, invest!