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  • Minority Rule

    How Our Constitution Imperils Our Democracy. We will look at what scholars of democracy say about how our constitution enables minority rule, allowing partisan minorities to consistently thwart & even rule over popular majorities. And what can be done to address this. To see the PDF containing the slides of the event, click on this…

  • Hear Jamie Arroyo, Democratic candidate for mayor of Lancaster City

    Our guest speaker will be Jamie Arroyo, Democratic candidate for mayor of Lancaster City. While we don't live within the boundaries of the City, its governance definitely impacts our way of life. Come join us and hear this effective speaker. To see the PDF containing the slides of the event, click on this link: Dems…

  • Hear about Braver Angels

    Braver Angels is a non-profit that offers workshops, events and online conversations to help Americans across the political spectrum bridge their differences and find common ground.  Presented by Ted Borek and Terry Webb. Everyone is welcome. Dems Club General Meeting Slides 2025 April Braver Angels Presentation Dems General Meeting Minutes 2025-04-29

  • Funding for Local School Districts

    Cultural Center Education Room

    Susan Spica (Education Voters PA) and Erin Small (candidate for Hempfield School Board) will update us about what is happening with federal and state education funding for local school districts. Pennsylvania's state funding system for education was declared unconstitutional in 2023. Learn what steps have been taken to remedy this situation and what you can do to…

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  • Hear Chris Baxter from SpotLightPA

    You have to hear Chris Baxter talk about the evolution of the publishing industry and its impact locally.  As CEO of Spotlight PA, Chris knows everything that's going on in Pennsylvania.  Come join the Democratic Club of Willow Valley at its monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 27 at 1 pm.  Everyone is welcome. Click on…

  • Billionaires Win! Families Lose!

    Cultural Center Education Room

    We will look at the Reconciliation Bill that just passed the US House of Representatives.   Click on this hotlink to see the slides used in this presentation: UoD Billionaires Win

  • Political Advocacy as Friendly Persuasion

    Friends Committee on National Legislation (FCNL) is the oldest faith-based lobbying group in Washington. For decades it has been a successful vehicle in advocacy for causes Quakers hold dear: peace and justice. The FCNL lobbying approach uses a format that emphasizes interactive dialogue, seeking common ground, and building long-term working relationships with legislators. During the…

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