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On July 26, SEIU 2015 and other local unions hit the streets of Riverside for the Families First March—calling for better healthcare, fair treatment, and a government that puts people first. Caregivers, immigrants, and working families came together to say loud and clear: ripping healthcare away from millions is not okay.  DGR members were proud to join the crowd and show support. From powerful chants to passionate signs, the message was simple—our communities matter, and

RIVERSIDE COUNTY, CA – The Riverside County Democratic Party (RCDP) strongly supports Supervisor Medina’s motion to establish civilian oversight of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, which will be brought before the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, July 29. This is a long-overdue step toward transparency, accountability, and public trust. The vote will take place during the Riverside County Board of Supervisors meeting at 9:30 AM at the County Administrative Building, 4080 Lemon St, 1st Floor, Riverside,

Our July meeting was packed with energy, powerful updates, and one clear call to action: We need all hands on deck for the August 2 Day of Action to elect Chris Shoults in Assembly District 63. CALL TO ACTION: Day of Action — Saturday, August 2 From 11 AM to 3 PM, we’re teaming up with Riverside County Young Democrats, IE Dems for Equality, and Democrats of Southwest Riverside County to knock doors, phone bank,

Want to speak up at City Council but not sure where to start? This hands-on tour is your chance to get familiar with the process—no pressure, no politics, just real tools for real people. Whether you’re fired up to make change or just curious how things work behind the scenes, this is your chance to learn, explore, and build the confidence to speak out. Who should attend? First-timers who want to understand how public meetings work Anyone

A new voice is entering the race for California’s 41st Congressional District. This Saturday, community leader, entrepreneur, and family man Abel Chávez is officially launching his campaign for Congress. His platform centers on making government more accessible and responsive to everyday people—prioritizing issues like affordable healthcare, quality education, and housing that working families can actually afford. According to his campaign, Chávez is focused on delivering practical solutions that help families thrive, not just survive. 📍

We’re gearing up for a powerful and inspiring evening at the Democrats of Greater Riverside’s July 16th meeting — and you won’t want to miss it. We’re honored to welcome Mayor Patricia Lock Dawson, Riverside’s top leader, as our featured guest speaker. The Mayor will share her vision for building a safer, stronger, and more sustainable Riverside — and how everyday residents can be part of the solution. Her remarks will touch on some of

Last night’s special election AD-63 results delivered a clear message to Riverside County — the political landscape is shifting, and the old playbook no longer applies. In November 2024, Republicans dominated Riverside County by over 30,000 votes: Republican: 122,968 Democrat (Chris Shoults): 91,708 But in last night’s AD-63 special election, that margin collapsed: Republican: 26,609 Democrat (Chris Shoults): 25,392 A difference of just 1,217 votes. These results signal a growing wave of Democratic momentum across Riverside

On June 21st, over 20 Democratic leaders from across Riverside County came together for the Riverside County Democratic Party Council of Clubs Communications Workshop. Facilitated by the Democrats of Greater Riverside (DGR) alongside RCDP’s Social Media leader, the workshop brought together Club Presidents, Communications Team members, and RCDP’s own Communications leadership. The goal? Strengthen connections, share best practices, and lay the groundwork for stronger collaboration across our Democratic clubs. From websites to social media to

At this month’s DGR membership meeting, our primary focus was one of the most urgent civil rights issues facing Riverside County: Sheriff accountability. We were honored to welcome former Assemblymember and current Riverside County Supervisor Jose Medina, who led a powerful discussion on the growing demand for civilian oversight of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department. Medina highlighted the importance of transparency, especially in light of the department’s alarming track record: Over 40 in-custody deaths in

Thousands Flood Downtown Riverside Streets As Part Of Nationwide ‘No Kings’ Protests  COURTESY OF THE RIVERSIDE RECORD:   https://riversiderecord.org/thousands-flood-downtown-riverside-streets-as-part-of-nationwide-no-kings-protests/ A protest that was supposed to last two hours went late into the night as more than a thousand Inland Empire residents flocked to downtown Riverside Saturday to protest against President Donald Trump and his administration’s policies as part of the nationwide “No Kings” movement. Maria Castillo, an attendee, said she showed up to protest against

Last week, the federal government took a dangerous and deeply regressive step with Executive Order 14168, a sweeping attack on transgender rights and gender equality masquerading as “defending women.” Let’s be clear: this order isn’t about protecting anyone. It’s about erasing people. Under the false guise of “restoring biological truth,” EO 14168 bans federal agencies from recognizing gender identity, revokes protections for transgender people, eliminates inclusive language, and strips funding for gender-affirming care. It even

Our next Democrats of Greater Riverside meeting is shaping up to be an important one—and we hope to see you there. Next Wednesday at 7PM!  Details below. We’re honored to welcome Supervisor Jose Medina as our guest speaker. He’ll be diving into a topic that’s long overdue for public attention: Sheriff accountability in Riverside County. With rising concerns about unchecked power, civil rights violations, and political extremism within the Sheriff’s Department, this conversation couldn’t come at a more urgent time. Supervisor