Let’s Do This Together!
By Sue Wolinsky
There are lots of nationwide government actions to protest against… Trump’s attack on Iran… ICE raids… military called to quell protests… the outrageous budget bill with so many hidden swords to democracy. It’s hard to navigate through the instability of conflicting messages from the President, and the fear of what he’s trying to take away from us. There’s even a need to get involved locally — we need to (re-)elect local officials to protect democracy in our own local governments.
I saw a post where one frustrated protestor advised us to take anti-war-with-Iran posters to any protest we attend. I’ve been looking for announcements of specific local anti-war protests (oh, no; not again! I did this 50 years ago!) but haven’t found any. So I think I’ll make an anti-war-with Iran poster and take it to one of the area’s weekly events. Join me in doing so.
Let’s take refuge together.
Protest together.
Write postcards together.
Get ballot petition signatures for local city candidates together.
This Sunday, let’s come together to learn how we can help our immigrant neighbors in ABQ. Our WSD meeting will feature local immigrant advocacy organizations. Talk with them. Help them help our immigrant neighbors.
Together, we can make a difference.
CALLS TO ACTION
LOCAL/STATE
Republicans are pushing a dangerous agenda—and we’re pushing back. Join the Democratic Party of Bernalillo County to call voters across the country, share what’s at stake, and demand action from elected officials.
- Where: DPNM Office (4013 Silver Ave SE) or join via Zoom
- When: Every Wednesday, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
- Who: Everyone Ready to “Do Something”
TESLA PROTESTS IN BERNALILLO – weekly Saturdays 10 am–noon. Info at
Weekly speak-out about Trump, Oligarchs, & Project 2025 in Santa Fe.
Every Thursday
New Mexico Grassroots Bulletin Board
NATIONAL CALLS TO ACTION
VOTEVETS.org is urging Congress to pass a War Powers Resolution to stop this war before it starts. We need to be loud. We need to be firm. We cannot let up and I am asking you to add your voice to help us get the job done. Sign here
Tell Congress to protect our courts. Protect Our Courts | American Civil Liberties Union
“NO KINGS” PROTEST ORGANIZERS announce July events.
What Comes Next for the ‘No Kings’ Protest Movement? GOOD TROUBLE
Map of events already announced Good Trouble Lives On
NEWS FROM CANDIDATES
Local Democratic candidates in races on the West Side are invited to submit candidate events to WSD at
by 8 pm Sunday.
CANDIDATES NEED YOUR HELP!
Local candidates still need your help to get enough petition signatures to get on the ballot in November.
- Mayoral candidates – deadline was June 21.
- Local city council candidates – deadline is July 7.
These candidates have submitted their information to WSD this week.
Daniel Leiva is running for ABQ City Council District 1. More info here
Join Stefanie Telles, ABQ City Council District 1 candidate, door knocking on Wednesdays.
Sign Chris Sedillo’s ballot petition here
Join others to gather petitions for Athenea Allen.
Scan Ahren Griego’s QR code below and donate $5 to get him on the November ballot.
Members of West Side Dems are welcome to come to our executive committee meetings. We meet the first Sunday of the month. For more information about when and where contact info@westsidedems.org.
So you can’t make a meeting? You can zoom the meeting by accessing info@westsidedems.org and requesting a zoom link. A recording will also be available at westsidedems.org
West Side Dems Immigration Info Hub
“If the rights of one person are denied, the rights of all of us are denied. This concept of mass deportation is very frightening. So West Side Dems will develop a hub of information about immigration and mass deportation.”
— Dorothy Wilkinson
Read Dorothy’s editorial on why immigration is so important.
Click here to see our new IMMIGRATION PAGE, with ways to get involved.
“If the rights of one person are denied, the rights of all of us are denied. This concept of mass deportation is very frightening. So West Side Dems will develop a hub of information about immigration and mass deportation.”
— Dorothy Wilkinson
Read Dorothy’s editorial on why immigration is so important.
Click here to see our new IMMIGRATION PAGE, with ways to get involved.
Your Party Needs You
In May, we will elect precinct and ward chairs. These are important positions because these chairs communicate with voters and work to get out the vote. If you have never thought of running for precinct or ward chair consider that as your contribution to our continued Blue West Side, Blue Bernalillo County and Blue New Mexico. It is very important right now that we all do what we can to make sure our party is strong and can withstand attacks from the Republicans.
Precinct and ward chairs communicate with their neighbors and provide communication between the voters and the state and local party. They recruit volunteers to knock on doors, make phone calls, text and write postcards.
Precinct and ward elections will be held in March and April before the state convention is held April 26 in person and online. State officers and committee members will be elected at that time.
Stay tuned for the call for your precinct and ward elections. Seriously think about becoming a precinct or ward chair. Now is the time we must all be involved.
You are Invited to Attend Executive Committee Meetings
When: the first Sunday of each month
Time:
- Lunch 12:00
- Business meeting: 1:00 to 2:30
Where: Cottonwood Ranch Apartments, 10001 Coors Bypass NW
We will gather at the patio between the office and swimming pool when the weather is nice. If the weather is uncomfortable, we will meet in apartment 1518.
We chosen Sundays, so that people who are working can attend.
All members are welcome. If you are not an elected officer, you will have a voice but no vote.
If you plan on coming to the lunch or the meeting, please RSVP to chair@westsidedems.org.
Our Mission
To Serve the 88,000 Democrats
Living on the West Side
Democrats Care!
We encourage and support candidates who will work for the good of everyone in our community. We believe in a government that is truly “of the people, by the people, and for the people”…not just for corporations, Wall Street, or the rich.
United By A Common Goal…
Social justice and human rights are more important than corporate profits. We seek to improve the quality of life for all of our residents through grass-roots support of candidates who listen and work to implement liberal programs and legislation.
Get Involved…
Your candidates can’t win without your help. Canvassing, phone banking, word-of-mouth, volunteering, and donating are all ways to work together to achieve our common goals.