Riverside County Democratic Party
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To celebrate this historic achievement and the hard work that made it possible, we’re extending Early Bird ticket prices for the 2025 JFK Awards until Veterans Day — Tuesday, November 11!
We did it! 🎉 Proposition 50 has passed — a tremendous victory for democracy and for the people of Riverside County.
Together, we fought back against Trump and his allies’ attacks on our rights, our freedoms, and our democracy. This win proves what happens when Democrats organize, show up, and lead with courage — because as President John F. Kennedy reminded us, “If not us, who? If not now, when?”
To celebrate this historic achievement and the hard work that made it possible, we’re extending Early Bird ticket prices for the 2025 JFK Awards until Veterans Day — Tuesday, November 11!
At the Riverside County Democratic Party (RCDP), every dollar you give powers real impact:
✅ Supporting Democratic candidates across the county
✅ Launching and growing our media venture, the United America Network (UAN)
✅ Running large-scale calling, texting, and voter registration drives
✅ Building the infrastructure needed to win in 2026
With over 500,000 registered Democrats in Riverside County, we have the people — now we need the resources to fuel the movement.
The battle isn’t over. Saving America starts right here in Riverside County. We must win in every district, support Democratic candidates countywide, and take back Congress in 2026 — and we need YOU to make it happen.
🎟️ Get your Early Bird tickets today:
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💙 Together, we’ve proven what’s possible. Now let’s finish the job — because we will fight together, and we will win in 2026.
In solidarity,
Marsha Rudak and Anyse Smith
Co-Chairs, Fundraising Committee
Riverside County Democratic Party
Last night we saw what we can do when we are unified and working together.
We Riverside County Dems showed our strength – and by our effort and our vote said
Yes-On Prop 50 Tore the Roof Off! Thank you to every voter and all of us who worked tirelessly to get out the vote!
Elatedly yours,
Joy Silver, RCDP Chair
Riverside County, CA – Joy Silver, Chair of the Riverside County Democratic Party, today announced her strong support for Governor Gavin Newsom’s proposal to place a statewide ballot measure before California voters in November, 2025, allowing mid-decade redistricting if other states change their congressional maps before the next scheduled redistricting in 2030.
“This is about fairness, accountability, and protecting our democracy from partisan power grabs,” said Silver. “Our country desperately needs a check on Donald Trump’s power. If Texas and other Republican-held states try to rig the rules to send more MAGA extremists to Washington next year, California has a duty to the country to stand up and act.”
Silver emphasized that the proposal is not a partisan gerrymander but a safeguard against one-sided manipulation of congressional representation. “California’s process will still be in the hands of the independent citizens commission, not politicians. But we will not stand by while Republicans in other states rewrite the rules mid-game to keep control of Congress,” she added.
The Governor’s proposed ballot measure will go to voters statewide in a Special Election on November 4, 2025. If approved, the measure would authorize the independent redistricting commission to revise California’s maps mid-decade if other states change theirs, ensuring that Californians’ representation in Congress remains fair and proportional.
“Trump and his allies have made it clear they will do whatever it takes to cling to power,” said Silver. “California must be ready to respond, and vote, in November if we want to keep our democracy.”
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About the Riverside County Democratic Party:
The Riverside County Democratic Party works to elect Democrats, promote transparency in local government, and ensure all communities have a voice in shaping public policy.
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, CA 92501. Residents are encouraged to attend in person, call in, or submit public comment online ahead of the meeting.
“We applaud Supervisor Medina’s leadership and stand firmly behind his motion for civilian oversight,” said Anyse Smith, Chair of the Assembly District 47 Caucus, Riverside County Democratic Party. “There is no justification for continuing to allow a law enforcement agency to operate without basic transparency. The numbers are staggering, and the time for excuses has long passed.”
The data speaks for itself:
These are not just statistics. They represent real lives lost under a system with no meaningful oversight.
This vote presents a critical opportunity for the Board of Supervisors to restore public trust. The residents of Riverside County are watching closely.
“We expect our Supervisors to take this vote seriously,” said Lou La Monte, Communications Chair of the Riverside County Democratic Party. “Their decision will send a clear message about their priorities. And we believe the public will remember who chose courage over complacency.”
