Welcome to Green Valley Democrats!
We are a community organization that stimulates and promotes democratic values, by offering educational and action opportunities. Please join us!
Upcoming Events
Bob Karp, Kirsten Engel, and Gregg Frostrom at GVD’s Meet and Greet, September 4, 2024
Watch this debate between Kirsten Engel and Juan Ciscomani.
What does the Pima County Treasurer do? Learn more about the position in this talk by Brian Johnson, Democratic candidate.
Check out this recording of Vanessa Bechtol at the Board of Supervisors Position 4 Candidates Forum, sponsored by the League of Women Voters, August 17, 2024.
Action Alert!
Summary: Vote YES on PROP 139 (Arizona for Abortion Access) and on PROP 410 (Continental School District) and on PROP 481 (Pima Community College). Vote NO on all others (the other statewide propositions).
Here are some resources for more information on candidates and issues:
Our website: https://greenvalleydemocrats.org/election/
Ballot Watch website.
https://www.arizonasenatedemocrats.com/2024-election/ballot-watch
Blue Voter Guide: https://bluevoterguide.org/
Civic Engagement Beyond Voting
Headquarters
Yard Signs, Tee Shirts, and more at Headquarters
Yard signs for most candidates are for sale at Headquarters. Yard signs can go up now and don’t have to be taken down until 15 days after the General Election which is November 5th. Cash, check, and credit cards are accepted. Buy a Harris/Walz sign and get a FREE local candidate sign!
We have Childless Cat Lady tee shirts and other merchandise, also!
WE CARE Campaign in September:
Voices from the Border and the Samaritans
Voices from the Border provides direct services to migrants, including:
Medical care–coordinates and provides free medical care and necessary transportation to those who would otherwise not have access.
Support–housing, food, clothing, and daily necessities primarily for women and children in Nogales, Sonora awaiting their CBP One appointments to request asylum into the US.
Resources–For those asylum seekers who are allowed entry into the US and with whom we’ve established relationships in Nogales, Sonora, Voices helps provide and locate resources necessary for survival.
The Samaritans also assist with emergency support to these asylum seekers.
The greatest needs are:
Underwear and socks, all children’s sizes and small men’s and women’s.
Travel size toiletries including shampoo, soap, deodorant, razors, shaving cream and other everyday products.
Please bring your donations to HQ and put them in the blue wagon. You may also bring your contributions to any program meeting.
Join or Renew Your Membership
Now Accepting Membership Dues for 2024
Dues are $30 per person. Dues may be paid on-line at ActBlue. in-person at Headquarters, or by printing out and mailing in this form to:
Green Valley Democrats
PO Box 131
Green Valley, AZ 85622
Please note on your check that it is for “Membership 2024.”
Democracy Needs You!
State Politics Matter!
Keep Informed and Voice Your Opinions.
Subscribe to Civic Engagement Beyond Voting (https://www.cebv.us/) to keep up with state legislative issues. Their website and weekly emails provide critical information on proposed legislation and how to voice your opinions using Request to Speak. Subscribe now!
Request to Speak (RTS) is an easy and effective way to voice your opinions on pending state legislation. Learn more about it and get an account HERE. Once you have an account, watch this video for step by step instructions on how to use Request to Speak.
Legislative District 19 Democrats website: https://ld19arizonademocrats.org/
Legislative District 21 Democrats Facebook:
https://facebook.com/azld21democrats/
Not sure which is your legislative district? Check it out HERE.
Green Valley and Sahuarita State Legislators
District 19
Senator David Gowan (R) District 19
State Capitol Complex Room 300
17000 W. Washington
Phoenix AZ 85007-2890
(602) 926-5154
dgowan@azleg.gov
Representative Lupe Diaz (R) District 19
State Capitol Complex, Room 302
17000 W. Washington
Phoenix AZ 85007-2890
(602) 926-4852
ldiaz@azleg.gov
Representative Gail Griffin (R) District 19
State Capitol Complex, Room 225
17000 W. Washington
Phoenix, AZ 85007-2890
(602) 926-5895
ggriffin@azleg.gov
District 21
Senator Rosanna Gabaldón (D) District 21
State Capitol Complex, Room 303B
17000 W. Washington
Phoenix AZ 85007-2890
(602)-926-3424
rbabaldon@azleg.gov
Representative Consuelo Hernandez (D) District 21
State Capitol Complex, Room 117
17000 W. Washington
Phoenix AZ 85007-2890
(602) 926-3523
chernandez@azleg.gov
Representative Stephanie Stahl Hamilton (D) District 21
State Capitol Complex, Room 333
17000 W. Washington
Phoenix AZ 85007-2890
(602) 926-3279
sstahlhamilton@azleg.gov