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📢 Join Democrats of Greater Riverside for our July General Membership Meeting! 🗓 Wednesday, July 15🕖 7:00 PM📍 In person in Riverside & on Zoom We’re excited to welcome two outstanding guest speakers for an evening of discussion, organizing, and community. 🎤 Joy Silver – Chair, Riverside County Democratic Party Hear the latest on what’s happening across Riverside County and beyond:✅ The inside scoop on what’s next for local Democrats✅ How grassroots organizing is shaping

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Join us at our next meeting. We’re honored to welcome Riverside Mayor Patricia Lock Dawson, who will share updates on economic development, housing, transportation, and her vision for Riverside’s future.We’ll also review the results of the June 2 Primary Election, discuss what they mean for Democrats locally and statewide, and begin talking about the November General Election.Whether you’re a longtime member or just getting involved, this is a great opportunity to stay informed, ask questions,

Big things are moving fast — and our May meeting is where it all comes together. Join Democrats of Greater Riverside on Wednesday, May 20 for a timely and action-focused evening as we head into the final stretch before the June 2 Primary Election. Special Guest: Lisa Ramirez for Congress (CA-40) We’re excited to welcome Lisa Ramirez, CA-40 candidate and attorney, who is stepping forward to bring strong, effective leadership to Washington. This is your

Big thank you to Congressman Mark Takano for taking the time to be with us ahead of our Riverside-area canvassing kickoff! It meant a lot to hear directly from him and to kick things off with that kind of energy and purpose. We’re also grateful for our strong partnership with Michelle Singleton and the Riverside County Democratic Party—working together makes these efforts stronger and more impactful.We’re out there having real conversations, building connections, and doing the

We’re building momentum—and April’s DGR meeting is where it all comes together. Happening on APRIL 15th at 7PM.  (details here) Join us as we welcome Clarissa Cervantes, a Riverside native and current City Councilmember who is now running for State Assembly. She’ll share insights from City Hall, talk about the issues impacting our community, and discuss what it will take to win in 2026. But this meeting is about more than just hearing from a

New for 2026! Your extra donation of $10 a month for 10 months gives DGR the sustained support we need to organize, reach voters, and win big in 2026. Boost our grassroots effort and help keep Riverside blue. Donate Here!

The Riverside County Democratic Party, together with the Democratic Party of Orange County and the San Diego County Democratic Party, is pleased to announce our Congressional Candidate Forum for California’s 40th and 48th Congressional Districts. To register and RSVP, click here: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ca40-ca48-forum… When: Saturday, December 20th at 11:00AM Where: IBEW Local 47 Union Hall, 1405 Spruce St, Riverside, CA 92507(Map Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/8LaeKfoUexoFtMdt8) Who: Candidates scheduled include:  

From Rep. Mark Takano (Riverside):  “Immigration enforcement, spurred by racial profiling, has led to dozens of instances in our community where ICE and DHS agents have violated our neighbors’ civil rights, right to privacy, and right to live their lives out of fear of persecution. I urge all residents in the Inland Empire and across the state of California to use this new portal launched by the California Department of Justice to report any misconduct

Explore our 2025 DGR Annual Report highlighting events, wins, outreach, and plans to build power in Riverside. [Download print-friendly version (PDF)] Special Guests & Candidates DGR members benefit from direct access to our elected leaders. We welcomed Riverside Mayor Patricia Locke-Dawson, Congressman Mark Takano, Supervisor José Medina, and more, giving members the chance to engage and ask questions. And in September, Congresswoman Katie Porter drew a crowd for an inspiring grassroots rally. Guest Speakers Adam Schiff, US Senator (virtual message) Alicia Ramirez,

Riverside and California showed up, stood strong, and protected our democracy. Thank you… to every voter, volunteer, canvasser, phone banker, postcard writer, and yard-sign warrior. People power wins.

Great #YesOn50 canvass today! 💪 Democrats of Greater Riverside teamed up with Planned Parenthood Action Fund of the Pacific Southwest to knock doors and talk to voters about protecting fair representation. Special thanks to Congressman Mark Takano and Rep. Pete Aguilar for kicking off the event and inspiring everyone to get out the vote! https://youtu.be/j95oqsui5q4