This Month at a Glance
- Canvass Postponed – August 9 event delayed due to heat
- Upcoming Events – Tracy Connects + Mexican Independence Day
- Must-Reads – Gerrymandering, ICE raids, and Ross Bogen's blog
- Senator Schiff's Message – A powerful call to protect democracy
President's Corner: A Moment to Recharge
August is shaping up to be a quieter month — a welcome opportunity for us to rest, reflect, and recharge. After a whirlwind of successful events, including the Bake Back Better Cupcake Fundraiser, May Day, No Kings, and Good Trouble Lives On rallies, it's time to pause and take stock.
Did our activities accomplish what we set out to do? Where should we focus our energy next? These are the questions we'll be considering as we plan for the busy fall season.
In September, we're excited to participate in Tracy Connects on September 6th and celebrate Mexican Independence Day on September 14th, with more events on the horizon. Behind the scenes, we'll also be reviewing our Club's business structure to better position ourselves for long-term success and manage expenses more effectively.
One important change: we will be closing our office space at Workvine 209 Suites. However, we will continue to hold our monthly Club meetings there in their Training Room. I'll be reaching out for volunteers to help pack up and store our items — your help is greatly appreciated.
A special thank you to everyone who helped make our Bake Back Better fundraiser such a tremendous success. We are thrilled to continue our collaboration with this fantastic organization next year. Their support helps us meet key financial goals — and we're not stopping there. Stay tuned for details about our upcoming fall fundraisers.
We're putting FUN into fundraising!
Enjoy the rest of your summer and thank you for all you do.
In solidarity, Cheryl Hays — President, Democratic Club of Greater Tracy
Canvass Postponed – August 9
Important Update: Due to extreme heat forecasted this weekend, the canvass scheduled for August 9 has been postponed. We'll follow up with a rescheduled date soon. Stay safe and hydrated, everyone!
Watch: Senator Adam Schiff's Message
Senator Adam Schiff delivers a powerful reminder about the future of our democracy. A must-watch.
ICE Crackdowns Hit California's Economy
Since June, aggressive immigration enforcement is having real economic consequences:
- Private work attendance dropped by 3.1%
- Noncitizen women work attendance down 8.6%
- Industries impacted: construction, hospitality, agriculture
- Estimated economic fallout: $278 billion
Undocumented workers support up to 9% of CA's GDP. Without them, we risk long-term damage.
Should Democrats Gerrymander Too?
As red states redraw the rules, should California fight back in kind?
Let us know what you think.
Club Voices: Ross Bogen on the Party's Path Forward
Is the Democratic Party losing its edge — or just finding its footing? In this member blog, Ross Bogen digs into where we stand and what's next.
Updated Club Code of Conduct
As we grow and evolve, it's important to reaffirm the values that guide us. The Democratic Club of Greater Tracy has updated its Code of Conduct to reflect our continued commitment to respect, equity, and accountability, both in meetings and in public-facing work.
Read the updated Code of Conduct
We're Listening
Have thoughts to share? Ideas for upcoming events? We want to hear from you. Your voice helps shape our next moves.
Email: president@greatertracydems.org
Message us: facebook.com/greatertracydems
Let's build the next chapter — together.