Democratic Club
by Jane Brittingham
LW contributor
On Saturday, Oct. 17,at 10 a.m. in front of the LW globe, the Democratic Club and Seniors for Peace Club will join the national Indivisible Day of Action by hosting a major local demonstration in support of voter rights and engagement. As a nonpartisan event focused on voter readiness and accessibility, the goal is to ensure all eligible voters feel inspired to cast their ballot as early as possible. Residents are invited to stand with their community and help raise their voices for an active electorate. For more information, email swageg8@gmail.com.
The LW Democratic Club will host a special event featuring Congressman Robert Garcia on Wednesday, Oct. 28, at 1:30 p.m. in Clubhouse 4. Representing California’s 42nd District, Garcia brings a long track record of dedicated public service to the region. In Congress, Rep. Garcia has focused on key issues impacting working families and seniors, including protecting healthcare and public safety and government accountability.
Canvassers are knocking on doors of Democratic and no party preference voters to provide residents with the candidate names and propositions supported by the Democratic Party. For more information, email Janebrittingham51@gmail.com or Kmoran97@yahoo.com.
As voting begins in Leisure World, the club recommends using the Official Ballot Drop Box located by the Amphitheater to cast a ballot. This is a safe, secure location where ballots are collected daily (except Sundays). Voters who choose to vote by mail are advised to vote early. An official voting center is available at the fire station on North Gate Road.
The Hospitality Booth is open every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Volunteers can help people register to vote, update an address, or change party affiliation. For more information, email Rachael Lehmberg at rlehmberg815@gmail.com.
People are encouraged to sign up for the club’s email newsletter by emailing Gail Winkles at swageg8@gmail.com.
The Lunch Bunch meets on the first Wednesday of each month at Hof ’s Hut off Seal Beach Boulevard at 11:30 a.m. The next meet up will be Nov. 4, contact Debbie Wrathall at Debbiewrathall@mac.com, for more information.
