AZ LD9 Democrats

04/28/2026

Mesa MMIP Day of Action — Saturday, May 2 from 1–3 pm at Brick Road Coffee

LD9 Democrats invite you to a community conversation focused on creating a safer Mesa for our historically marginalized communities. Together, we’ll look at the factors that contribute to Indigenous American, Black, Immigrant, Disabled, and LGBTQ+ people going missing and murdered at disproportionately high rates — and how we can strengthen the networks that keep our communities safe.

We’ll also share updates on policies that have passed and what’s currently moving through the Arizona Legislature.

This is a space for learning, connection, and collective action.
We hope you’ll join us.

📍 Brick Road Coffee, 1337 S Gilbert Rd UNIT 120, Mesa
🕐 Saturday, May 2, 1–3 pm
🔗 RSVP here:

The LD9 Democrats invite you to join in creating a safer Mesa for our historically marginalized communities. We will examine the different contributing factors for why Indigenous American, Black, Immigrant, Disabled, and LGBTQ+ people go missing and murdered at a higher rate and how we as a Mesa com...

04/12/2026

The April LD9 newsletter just landed in inboxes!
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04/04/2026

We want to hear from YOU!
Our LD9 community is full of powerful stories, meaningful updates, and thoughtful reflections and we’re gathering them for our upcoming newsletter.

Have something to share?
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Let’s tell our story together.
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03/16/2026

The March LD9 Newsletter is out!
This month’s edition is packed with updates, upcoming events, and ways to stay connected and involved across the district.

Check your inbox and feel free to share it with neighbors who’d like to stay in the loop.

Didn't get the email? Reach out to be added to our list and check out our newsletter archive at https://mailchi.mp/azld9dems/march26newsletter

03/11/2026

At our last meeting, we heard from Sonia Almaraz, who has been leading the fight for justice for her partner, Arbella Rodríguez Marquez, known as Yari.

Yari, a legal resident, suffers from chronic lymphocytic leukemia and was detained by ICE just over a year ago. She has been held at Eloy since, and her health is rapidly deteriorating. Despite ongoing efforts by Sonia and advocates like Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari, Trans Q***r Pueblo, and others, Yari has been denied treatment for the last year.

Just last week, Emmanuel Damas was killed by medical neglect, dying of a preventable tooth infection in ICE captivity.

The 8th amendment of the constitution of the United States protects against cruel and unusual punishment. The supreme court has consistently upheld that deliberate indifference to medical needs violates this important constitutional right.

How you can help:

1) Visit Trans Q***r Pueblo's site, tqpueblo.org , and sign the petition for Yari’s release sponsored by Mass Liberation AZ (masslibaz.org)

2) Consider donating to Sonia to assist in legal expenses while she battles for Yari’s release. Please include “Donation for Yari” in the comments.

Cashapp: $Salmaraz78
Venmo:
Zelle: DM us for her number

Please join us in affirming those principles laid out in the constitution, and help advocate for Yari’s release.

📷credit: Alyssa Lamontagne-Owens

03/08/2026

🌼 March updates, events, and stories: send them our way! 🍀
We’re putting together the next LD9 newsletter and would love to feature what’s happening in your corner of the district.

📅 Deadline: March 14
📩 Submit using the link below or message us for more info:
https://tinyurl.com/mar26submissions

We’re putting together the March newsletter, and your input helps keep neighbors connected and informed.
Send us:
- Upcoming events
- News and local updates
- Opinion pieces that spark conversation
- Community experiences like rallies, protests, or volunteer work

03/04/2026

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🤝 Build connections with others who share your values and vision.
💬 Exchange ideas and experiences that inspire action.
🗳️ Organize for impact on the issues that matter most to our community.
🌍 Foster unity and cohesiveness to strengthen our shared goals.

02/26/2026

✨ LD9 meets tonight at 6:30 pm!
We’re excited to welcome special guest Sonia Almaraz to our February monthly meeting. Whether you join us in person or on Zoom, this is a great chance to stay connected, get updates, and plug into what’s happening across Mesa and East Tempe.

📍 Need the location or Zoom link?
Sign up on Mobilize: https://www.mobilize.us/ld9democrats/event/877691/
or send us a message and we’ll get you connected.

💙 See you tonight, LD9!

02/24/2026

02/23/2026

📬 The February LD9 Newsletter is out!

This month’s edition is full of ways to stay connected and take action from petition signing and recurring events to our monthly meeting and a new progressive business directory you can help grow.

Check it out, share it with your neighbors, and let’s keep the momentum going 💪

Check your inbox, or message us for the link or to sign up for updates.