Grand Democrats
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Because Protecting Democracy Takes all of Us
Welcome to Grand Democrats
APRIL GENERAL MEETING
Focus on Arizona Education
CANDIDATE SPOTLIGHT
Dr. Teresa Ruiz
Candidate for Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction
Dr. Ruiz will deliver a presentation on her vision for Arizona's public schools, followed by a Q&A session open to all attendees.
GUEST SPEAKER
Francesca Martin
Keep Arizona Blue Student Coalition
Francesca will be speaking to us about their latest initiatives with the young voter population which includes a new intern program which we hope to sponsor.
Wednesday, April 22nd​​​
Doors Open 5:30PM · Meeting 6:15PM-7:30PM
Cimarron Center, Agua Fria Room 17100 W Clearview Blvd
Surprise, AZ 85387
Seats are filling fast—RSVP now!
Grand Democrats Holiday Party
Monday, December 15th at Angela's Kitchen
5:00pm - 7:00pm
You're invited to a fun evening of laughter and good cheer at the Grand Democrats Holiday Party.
Thanks to all who RSVP'd. See you there!
Honoring Dr. King’s Legacy
Today, the Grand Democrats celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. King reminded us that progress is never inevitable; it comes through the tireless efforts of dedicated people.
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We don't just celebrate a holiday—we recommit to the unfinished work of democracy. Join us in standing up for voting rights, truth, and equality right here in our community.
President - On The Record
November 2025
Dear Grand Dems & Friends, As I end my two-year term as Grand Dems President, I am reminded of how old I am, 80, and what I have witnessed during my lifetime.
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My family got our first TV in 1951, and I had the opportunity as a 7-year-old to watch the 1952 convention electing Adlie E Stevenson, Democrat of Illinois, as the Presidential Democratic Candidate. Of course, he ran two unsuccessful campaigns against the popular Dwight D Eisenhower (R). The popular “We Like Ike” theme won the day twice. And as a kid, glued to the radio, I was fine with that.
Living Our Democratic Values
The Grand Democrats work to help elect candidates by:
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Meeting and listening to invited Democratic candidates and elected officials. We invite them to speak at our general membership meetings and other events. Be sure to check out our calendar to keep up do date on all of our upcoming events.
Organizing candidate rallies to help inform voters by hearing candidates present their ideas and views.
