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Gearing up for 2026 - Swing Left is organizing and Clallam Dems will be too!
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Declaration of Independence & History of Local Liberty BellExplore the local history and enduring legacy of freedom in this special presentation. This video features a fascinating lecture on the history of Port Angeles' own Liberty Bell, followed by a powerful reading of the United States Declaration of Independence.
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PUD Commissioner Candidate Forum 2026Head to our YouTube channel to watch the candidate forum and hear directly from the individuals running for a crucial six-year term on the public utility board. With current PUD District 2 incumbent John Purvis stepping down, this year's race brings new perspectives to the table.
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LD24 Pos 1 Candidate Forum 2026Watch the full 2026 WA Legislative District 24 (Position 1) Candidate Forum to get informed ahead of the primary election. This debate features incumbent Representative Adam Bernbaum (D), and Republican challengers Aiden Hamilton and Eric Pratt.
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Let's Talk! OMC: A Path ForwardIn the latest session of our Let's Talk series, Laurie Force, ARNP, and Dr. Carleen Bensen, OMC Board Member, talk about the Olympic Medical Center's present and future.
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LD24 Pos 2 Candidate Forum 2026With longtime Representative Steve Tharinger retiring, the race for Washington State House Legislative District 24, Position 2 is completely wide open. Did you miss the candidate forum hosted at our office on Wednesday, June 17? You can now watch the full event on our YouTube channel.
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Candidates respond to forum questions
There were some questions that we didn't have time to ask during the candidate forums. The candidates agreed to respond and return them. Read the answers from Marcia Kelbon (.pdf) (LD24 Pos 2), Bradley Nemo Callaway (.pdf) (LD24 Pos 2), Jake Seegers (.pdf) (Board of County Commissioners), Adam Bernbaum (.pdf) (LD24 Pos 1), Rick Paschall (.pdf) (PUD Commissioner Dist. 2), and John W “Jack” Smith (.pdf) (PUD Commissioner Dist. 2).
County Commissioner Forum: Mike French & Jake SeegersThe Clallam County Commissioner District 3 candidate forum hosted at our office on Monday, June 15, is now available to stream. Watch the full video on our YouTube channel to see Mike French and Jake Seegers debate their visions for the county's future. Click through to watch, like, and subscribe for more community updates.
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Profile in Leadership: County Commissioner Mike FrenchIn a relaxed conversation with writer Paul Pickett, Mike French reflects on his family’s history in the community, how being a member of various community boards, a local business owner, and a City Council member helped teach him to work with people with different viewpoints to accomplish good things for our community — and why he believes Democrats need to return to their working class roots.
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County Commissioners celebrate 2025 accomplishmentsDemocratic County Commissioners Mike French and Mark Ozias shared with Clallam Democrats Rising some of the accomplishments they consider most significant in 2025— “wins” that were achieved despite the challenges of inflation and funding shortfalls.
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Let's Talk! Sen. Chapman and Rep. BernbaumOn Wednesday, March 25, Senator Chapman and Representative Bernbaum joined us to discuss the legislative session and the state of Clallam County & Legislative District 24. Watch this and all other Let's Talk! sessions on our YouTube channel.
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Standing with Venezuela: How You Can Help Earthquake Relief Efforts
Families are facing devastating losses after recent earthquakes, and they need our solidarity. Read our Chair's statement and discover verified organizations where you can safely donate to help communities rebuild.
We are proud to represent Clallam County
Clallam County Democrats are committed to promoting wise
environmental stewardship, social justice, economic prosperity for working families, and
vital social programs by electing principled public servants
who will pursue these goals at the county, state, and federal level.
Clallam County Democrats are committed to promoting wise
environmental stewardship, social justice, economic prosperity for working families, and
vital social programs by electing principled public servants
who will pursue these goals at the county, state, and federal level.
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