Important Dates - Ballots Drop June 24th!

Come Join Us for a 4th of July Fundraiser and Support Our Golden Ticket Ballot Guide Project!

Thanks to one of our amazing LD2 Democratic supporters, we have the opportunity to put on a celebratory July 4th event with BBQ offerings, tasty accompaniments, beer, wine and other nonalcoholic beverages, for an exciting evening that includes spectacular fireworks from our host's lovely hilltop home.

You can stay local and avoid the crowds with a beautiful patio view of North Phoenix's light display.

The event kicks off at 6:30 and will run until the fireworks are over (around 10 pm).

All inclusive tickets are available here, with details provided by email receipt.

PC Spotlight

This month we are celebrating Maxwell Ulin, LD2's Vice Chair of Precinct Committee Recruitment. He has worked tirelessly to increase by nearly 50% the number of elected PCs who will take office on October 1st. That's Democratic engagement in action!

When not networking with fellow Democrats, Max is actively involved in labor contract negotiations for UNITE HERE Local 11 and serves on LD2's executive board, working also with the Maricopa County Democratic Party leadership.

Thank you for all you do, Max, to ensure LD2 is making a difference!

GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!

Clean Election Debate Schedule!

U.S. Reps. Andy Biggs and David Schweikert, will be debating this Wednesday, June 17, at 6:00 pm, along with lesser-known candidates, Scott Neely and Ken Miceli.

The debate will be carried by various TV and radio stations and will stream on the Tucson Sentinel and the Clean Elections YouTube channel. Submit questions here.

Additional Upcoming Debates: For a complete schedule, see the Clean Elections calendar of events, as well as details on how to submit questions. The PBS broadcast schedule provides additional scheduling information.

In The News

The Aftermath of Budget Week

The Arizona Legislature has finally adjourned sine die (a term meaning they've gone home until next January), but not without doing a lot of damage on their way out the door. Settle back with a beverage and digest the details as our work is cut out for us. More

Loading Up the Ballot

This year, lawmakers waited until the final day of the legislative session to handle Republican ballot referrals. Before adjourning last week, they sent seven questions to voters’ November ballots — adding to three questions they teed up for this year’s election during the 2025 session. But wait… even then, that’s (maybe) not all of the questions you’ll see on your ballot. More

Speak Now on Ballot Measures!

The Arizona Secretary of State’s Office is accepting pro and con arguments for the various ballot measures. They will be printed in a publicity pamphlet that will be mailed to all households with voters before they cast their votes. More

Upcoming Events & Petition Drives

LD2 Monthly Meeting

Please join us, meet our candidates and get important updates on issues impacting LD2.

This month's guest speakers include Congressional candidates for CD1 and CD8, plus State House and Senate candidates, and more!

📆 Thursday, June 18th

🕙 6:30 PM - 8 PM

RSVP NOW!

MCDP Summer Convention

Join us on June 20th for Maricopa County Democratic Party's 2026 Summer Convention where we hear from Precinct Committee people and conduct the business of the party. Register below for details.

📆 Saturday, June 20th

🕙 1 - 4 PM

LD2 Coffee Talk

Join fellow Democrats for a fun get together at our local LD2 coffee shop!

📆 Saturday, June 20th

🕙 Noon - 2 PM

RSVP NOW!

Petition Signing

Come sign the Protect the Vote AZ and Protect Education petitions to get these initiatives on the ballot in 2026! Notaries will be available on 6/21, at this location.

📆 Saturday, June 20th

🕙 8 AM - 11 AM

Voter Registration Training 101

Virtual Training by MCDP

📆 Monday, June 29th

🕙 6 PM - 7 PM

LD2 Canvass with Rep. Simacek

📆 Saturdays

🕙 9 AM - 11 AM

RSVP NOW!

Rush Hour Resistance

Join the Rush Hour Resisters every Wednesday, gathering at 7th Street & Coral Gables (Serafina Coffee). Grab a beverage and your sign! Additional valley locations can be found here. No sign up required.

📆 Every Wednesday morning

🕙 7:30 AM

LD2 Happy Hour

Join your fellow Democrats for a fun happy hour at one of our local pubs. Appetizers are on us!

📆 Thursday, July 30th

🕙 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

RSVP NOW!

🌱 Lookout Mountain Stewardship

Lookout Mountain trail stewards participate in activities such as physical trail maintenance, providing guidance to hikers and asking people to keep their pets on leash.

It’s a fun and rewarding outdoor activity right here in LD2! A brief training is required and available via the link below. Assignments are on the weekend. Volunteer while spots are still available!

Trail maintenance
Trash cleanup
Providing helpful information to hikers and visitors

Click on the blue "sign up" button on the City of Phoenix volunteer page at the link below!

Enter Your Volunteer Time!

$$$ Help us make money by submitting your Volunteer Hours! $$$

LD2 has received a Contest Every Race (CER) grant, but will only receive dollars if we report our specific voter engagement hours performed by our PCs and volunteers!

Simply enter your time (by the 25th of each month) using the form below!

Categories of qualified activities include:

Canvassing / Phone Banking
Community Volunteering (Food Banks, Shelters,, etc.)
Fundraising
Gatherings, Social Events, Demonstrations, etc.
Letter Writing / Postcards
PC or Candidate Recruitment
Social Media / Newsletters
Tech Support / Data Research
Voter Registration

ENTER YOUR TIME!

🏆 Invest in Victory: Give $26 in '26🏆

Arizona’s future is on the line, and every dollar fuels the fight for democracy, justice, and progress. We’re gearing up to elect strong Democratic leaders who will protect our rights, invest in our communities, and stand up to extremist attacks on our freedoms.

💙 Chip in $26 today and help us build the movement that wins in 2026!💙

DONATE NOW!

Get Involved: Dems Give Back!

Our Vice Chair of Dems Give Back, Chris Gehlker, is leading the efforts to provide opportunities for us to make a difference, connect with fellow Democrats, and show that our party isn’t just about politics—we’re about building stronger communities.

Volunteer Opportunities

🌿 Park Stewardships

In partnership with the City of Phoenix, please see the link above to become a volunteer at our own Lookout Mountain Park.

🥫Community Food Drives

Fight hunger in our community by helping with:

Distributing fliers to homes asking for food donations
Returning the following week to collect food for those in need
Covering a range of neighborhoods, including some Republican areas—so if confrontation isn’t your thing, keep that in mind!

Interested? Have Questions?

📩 Email Chris at canyonrat@icloud.com with your name and the project(s) you're interested in.

This is what real community leadership looks like!

💙 Let's step up, show up, and give back! 💙