Woo-hoo!! 🎉 The final all-out push by grassroots volunteers, including many of our wonderful IndiMarin volunteers, led to a late surge of votes for Rudy Salas in California District 22.! This surge brought his vote tally to just 800 shy of the Republican incumbent and helped avoid the worrisome possibility of a Dem shutout in that very competitive district. Now, Dems are in excellent shape to build on this strong support and help Rudy win in November, adding a crucial additional seat to the Dems (hopeful) House majority!
California is crucial to taking back the House this year with five winnable races, IF we do the work! Another benefit of our work in CA-22 is that as it became a nationally watched race, we made the Republicans nervous, showing we could get out infrequent voters in the primary and underscoring for the country that California is a battleground state for the House.
A HUGE THANK YOU to the many of you who made calls, knocked on doors, texted, and wrote postcards for Rudy! Thank you also to all of you who did the same for Adam Gray in CA-13! That district is another very competitive race where we hope to gain another seat in November. The early work you did is invaluable toward that ultimate goal.
Also a HUGE SHOUT OUT to our wonderful canvassing partner, the Bay Area Coalition! The BAC has a fabulous "concierge" program to help all canvassers, including those from IndiMarin, with a range of support including assistance with carpools, lodging, on-site training and more.
Now both Central Valley candidates are well-positioned, not only with voters, but also with crucial large donors! Much to celebrate!
HOW TO CONTINUE TO HELP OR JUMP IN IF YOU'VE BEEN ON THE SIDELINES!
GAME ON from now till November 5th. It's pedal to the metal, folks!
Face-to-face interactions with voters are widely considered THE most impactful way to influence an election. Here are two great events to get you rolling with the work, or infuse your existing efforts with additional energy. If you are a postcarder, please consider adding either phonebanking or canvassing to your menu of actions. Both are very gratifying experiences!
THIS THURSDAY, 3/21, 5:30 PM PT/8:30 PM ET - Via Zoom - Walk Team Happy Hour
IndiMarin, together with our canvassing partner, the Bay Area Coalition, has developed a smart, focused approach that maximizes impact as well as offers a gratifying volunteer experience. Join IndiMarin's Walk Team Leaders for an informal group conversation about canvassing in the Central Valley to help win back the House! Participants who have already canvassed will share their experiences, and those considering signing up can ask questions to learn more. We hope you'll join us! SIGN UP HERE.
Wednesday, March 27, 5:30pm PT/8:30pm ET - Via Zoom - Introduction to Phonebanking
Conversations with voters are critical, and phonebanking is the most impactful form of voter outreach after canvassing, which is not feasible in many areas. IndiMarin's phonebanking team has been working in major elections for six years and has created a welcoming and supportive community for volunteers of all experience levels.
Have you phonebanked before but are unsure how to get started this year? Or, perhaps, phonebanking is something you've thought about but have never felt comfortable taking that first step. Most people are surprised at how easy it is and quickly discover they enjoy having meaningful conversations with voters. Join us for this introduction to phonebanking with our experienced phonebank leaders - and learn how you can be a part of one of the most effective forms of voter outreach. SIGN UP HERE.
Or if you are experienced in either tactic, you can jump right in!
For Canvassing - Visit our Canvassing webpage for upcoming canvassing dates. They have already started post-primary!
For Phonebanking - We will restart our Saturday Phonebanks in mid-April and will make calls to voter for Rudy Salas in CA-22. We will also be offering the option to call for Biden Harris and key Senate races later in the cycle. To stay in touch with all things phonebanking, SIGN UP HERE.
We are looking forward to the journey with all of you! Let's WIN IT ALL IN NOVEMBER - the House, the Senate and the Presidency!
~ The IndiMarin Steering Committee - Laurie, Nanda, Joy, Betsy, Betty, Andie and Susan
WHO WE ARE
Indivisible Marin is a community of over 4,300 volunteers committed to taking action to create a more just, caring and inclusive America. Many of our events and actions are virtual and we welcome volunteers from all locations! In election years, we focus on helping elect Democrats to both chambers of Congress, as well as the White House. In off-election years, we focus on advocacy with elected officials and other influential leaders to promote a government that functions by and for the people. At IndiMarin, we are committed to offering personalized support to both new and experienced volunteers and to building a fun spirit of community.
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