California ballots are officially in the mail which meant it is just about time to vote. Here are a few things you should do to get ready:1) Check your mailbox for the SMDC Mailer and your Official Ballot this week. Our Club endorsements are also listed below.2) Make a Voting Plan for yourself. When will… Read More →
Board Letter on Sheriff Villanueva
The Executive Board of the Santa Monica Democratic Club voted to send the following letter to Supervisor Sheila Kuehl with regard to recent developments pertaining to Sheriff Alex Villanueva and the LA County Sheriff’s Department: Dear Supervisor Kuehl: Over the past two years, we have watched as one story after the… Read More →
In Memoriam: Dolores Press
We note with sorrow the passing of Santa Monica progressive stalwart Dolores Press, former SMDC President, who served on the Board of this Club until 2014 and was a major figure in the Club’s leadership for decades. A member of the City Council from 1981-1984 and the first full-term chair of the SM Rent Control… Read More →
First Presidential Debate Afterparty
We had such a fun time going live after each night of the Democratic National Convention, we’re going to do another live show next Tuesday night after Joe Biden takes Donald Trump to town at the first Presidential Debate. This time, we are partnering with the Westside Democratic HQ to bring in all our friends from neighboring clubs and… Read More →
Westside GOTV Unity Rally
Our friends at the Los Angeles County Democratic Party have invited all Santa Monica Democrats to the Westside Unity Rally on October 4 at 10:30am. https://www.mobilize.us/cadems/event/326914/ Featuring guest speakers: Karen BassSydney Kamlager-DoveMiguel SantiagoMark Ridley-ThomasHerb WessonGeorge Gascón…and more, including some of our endorsed Santa Monica candidates!