Virginia Grassroots Continue to "Get It Done"
10th Annual Women's Summit, August 21-23, 2026
Join the Virginia Grassroots at our next coalition meeting, May 17, 6:00pm to debrief and discuss lessons learned from our recent Vote Yes campaign. On the legal challenges and pushback, the best response is simple, “Virginia voters have spoken.” Do not let debates about each lawsuit bog you down. We are focusing on preparing voters for the primaries and the new districts.
The Virginia Grassroots as they have for 10 years are focusing on preparing voters not only for the primaries, yet for November by showing up at Network NOVA’s Big Ten Women’s Summit, August 21-23, 2026. Early bird tickets.
For a decade the Women’s Summit has been the place where grassroots activists from Virginia and across the county have Powered Up, Fought Back, and Showed Up. We have the victories to prove it! Now it’s time to celebrate our victories, lift each other up and get fired up for the next fight: we are going ALL IN to WIN the midterms! See you there. It’s gonna be legendary.
Take these Calls to Action
Last week the General Assembly held a special session to review bills Governor Spanberger amended. Rather than accept changes they felt weakened the original language, legislators “passed by” key bills — sending them back to the Governor in their original form. She now has 30 days to sign or veto. Please take the calls to action below. We need her signature on these bills as written.
On the budget, significant disagreement remains between the House and Senate. Expect another special session in May — the deadline is June 30.
Protected Spaces - Urge Governor Spanberger to protect people from unjust arrest in courthouses, schools, hospitals, and polling places. Take Action Here
Unmask ICE; Display ID - Urge Governor Spanberger to stop on-duty law enforcement from concealing their identity and require them to display identification. Take Action Here
Protecting Immigrants at Workplaces - Urge the Governor to sign this bill. Take Action Here
Clean Up Dirty Data Centers - Urge your state legislators to pass data center reforms in the state budget. Take Action Here
This Friday is May Day, a national day of action demanding workers over billionaires. No school, no work, no shopping.
Through the legal fights, legislative battles, budget negotiations, and primaries ahead, the Friday Power Lunch is where we make sense of it all together, every week
Friday Power Lunch - May Day Mayday: No Business As Usual - Power, Pressure, and the Fight to Disrupt the Status Quo
This week’s Friday Power Lunch explores how power is built, challenged, and sustained in moments of disruption. Register HERE
Framed by the spirit of May Day, the episode examines the role of economic pressure, digital storytelling, and data-driven strategy in confronting the status quo - and what it means to step outside “business as usual” to demand change.
Professor Robert M. McNab grounds the conversation in the history and real-world impact of economic disruption, asking what makes collective action effective and lasting.
Nick Knudsen, DemcastUSA with the creators of Eleven Films, Jim and Tiffany Drastic, discuss the power of narrative and grassroots digital organizing through their new project, The Dangerous Ones, which highlights how storytelling can inform, connect, and mobilize.
Tom Bonier brings insight into voter data, campaign efficiency, and how to ensure outreach efforts translate into real impact.
Across every segment, the throughline is clear: power is not passive, it is built through pressure, strategy, and connection. RSVP HERE
Thursday, April 30, 8 pm - Virtual Rapid Response Call: Louisiana v Callais Decision Update
Join the No Kings Coalition as we break down the ins and outs of the Callais decision on redistricting and the Voting Rights Act, what this means for you, and the future. You will hear from leaders from LDF, ACLU, and more. RSVP HERE
Friday, May 1 - May Day 2026
“Workers Over Billionaires” national day of action. Workers, students, and families will be marching, rallying, training, walking out and taking action together to make 3 demands. Take the pledge & find local events here
Tax the rich so our families, not their fortunes, come first;
No ICE. No war. No private army serving authoritarian power;
Expand democracy. Hands off our vote!
Friday - Sunday, May 1 - 3, 2026: DPVA Rural Retreat - Wintergreen Resort
Join the DPVA Rural Caucus for a jam packed weekend with Rural Democrats where we will learn, hear, speak and share with each other innovative strategies on how to work and win in rural areas. We will be joined by a host of Democratic speakers, organizations, and candidates from across the Commonwealth! Register Here
Monday, May 4, 5 pm - PA: Key to Winning the Midterms
Pennsylvania holds the key to winning the midterms. Join NOPE to learn how to help Dems win 3 toss-up PA races. Scranton Mayor and US House Candidate Paige Cognetti shares her insider view of the battle for House control. PA House Speaker Joanna McClinton discusses expanding the Democratic majority for free and fair elections. Make the Road Action PA Co-director Diana Robinson shares strategies for mobilizing underrepresented voters. RSVP HERE
Thursday, May 7, 5:00 pm - Fundraiser for Amy Acton and David Pepper Downtown DC
Meet Dr. Amy Acton, the Democratic candidate for Governor of Ohio, and David Pepper, candidate for Lt. Governor. Dr. Acton is energizing folks across Ohio in ways we haven’t seen in decades. Recent polling shows Amy’s high job approval rating (+18) and Ramaswamy struggling, the Democratic ticket has pulled into a slight lead - and continue to see a strong lead with independents. Join our event in DC and help spread the word to local folks. RSVP HERE
Thursday - Sunday, May 7 - 10 Lowes Island Vigil at Trump National Golf Club
The LIV (“fifty-four”) Golf is a series of tournaments owned by the Saudi Government. We will use the tournament to celebrate the life and mourn the death of Jamal Khashoggi, a journalist who was murdered by the Saudi government in 2018; he was our neighbor in Northern Virginia. Think ‘Tesla Takedown’ - but golf carts. More HERE
Saturday, May 9, 10 am - 1 pm - Save Democracy Summer at the Woman’s National Democratic Club
Summer is coming and we’ll head out across the country to events with friends and family - a great opportunity to talk about our crucial upcoming elections. Join us for energy-filled, information-packed sessions: how to inform and mobilize friends and family members, protect elections, reach rural voters, elect outstanding women, and more. Register HERE
Saturday, May 16, Noon - Richmond, VA Virginians for Reproductive Freedom Constitutional Amendment Kick Off Rally & March
This November, reproductive freedom is on the ballot - and Virginians for Reproductive Freedom (VRF) is officially kicking off our campaign! Join us in Richmond for powerful speakers, special guests, and opportunities to take action supporting the work ahead. The event will end with a short march, so bring your best homemade sign! Transportation available! RSVP for more details.
Wednesday, May 20, 10:30 am - ICE Out For Good Vigil, Fairfax County Circuit Court
Join Defend Democracy Indivisible NOVA to honor victims of ICE-related deaths and urge Fairfax officials to end cooperation with ICE. Monthly, on the 4th Wednesday. RSVP HERE
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