Democratic Party of Walworth County
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Amid the swirl of news, here is something you can do to encourage the news media to do better, to “(1) cover elections like they matter more than sports;” (2) make clear the ongoing threats to democracy; and “(3) protect Americans from disinformation.” These are the messages that the Media and Democracy project is asking all of us to share with our local, state, and national media.
Clearly, if the news organizations that you follow are doing a good job, tell them you appreciate their practices, such as making headlines accurate and informative, not clickbait; avoiding speculative predictions; exposing candidates who foment division and political violence, prominently cover attacks on election legitimacy, don’t give a platform to liars, and build public trust my explaining newsroom decisions.
But to those media outlets that are failing on these measures, let them know how they need to do better.
Learn more about the standards for media from Media and Democracy Project and add your name to the open letter on that same website.
As the website says, “Our democracy’s survival requires a newroom reset.” This is about urging media organizations to support democracy, not Democrats.
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More Upcoming Events
Walworth County Dems Caucuses
April 28 at 1 pm (mark your calendar)
Highway Cleanup, April 27 from 11am - 2pm
Meet at Foley’s parking lot on Hwy 50 at Chapin Road.
Wear long pants and sturdy shoes and bring gloves. We have some pickers but bring your own if you have one. We’ll provide safety vests and bags and will have water available.
Kids are welcome if they are old enough to be safe on the side of the highway.
Here is the Mobilize Registration Link
Register to Volunteer for the Highway Cleanup Here
WisDems are Hiring Canvassers
Walworth County Dems would love some local residents to land some of these jobs.
Learn more about the position and apply online.
Upcoming—A Lot and Important
Come to the Caucuses
April 28 in Elkhorn
May 19 in Lake Geneva
Help our candidate, Bob Cole, become a candidate at the national convention.
It's quite simple: show up to become a voting delegate on April 28 and then vote for him at the May 19 CD - 1 Caucus at Badger HS in Lake Geneva. We are entitled to have as many as 34 delegates so we need you to join us.
NOTE: You must be elected at the Walworth County caucus in order vote for delegates at the Lake Geneva caucus. The CD - 1 caucus in Lake Geneva will send delegates to the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, August 19, 2024 through Thursday, August 22, 2024.
The DNC Walworth County Caucus April 28th in Elkhorn. 1:00 PM. You must register by 2 pm. LOCATION: Walworth County Dems office, 21 E. Walworth St., Elkhorn
DNC CD1 Caucus on May 19th at Badger High School, 1:00 PM. Again, you must register by 2 pm. LOCATION: Badger High School, 220 E South St, Lake Geneva
More Ways to Get Involved
Voter Registration Event
Big Foot High School in Walworth on Thursday, May 9, from 8:45 a.m.-10:15 a.m. Five (5) volunteers are needed. If you have taken the training and want to volunteer, please use this Sign Up Link to volunteer.
Show our Walworth Dem colors at Cinco de Mayo
May 3-5 in Delavan’s Phoenix Park
Volunteer for the Tent and/or Join the Parade
This year's Cinco de Mayo festival in Delavan promises to be the best yet, featuring carnival rides, games, live music and a parade.
Help us promote voter registration and support our candidates: President Biden, Vice President Harris, Senator Baldwin, CD1 and State Assembly.
Work the tent at the Delavan’s 3-day Cinco de Mayo Festival located in Phoenix Park, Delavan. Help us promote voter registration, candidates for Assembly, Congressional candidates, as well as U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin. We will have specific with candidate specific materials available. Shifts will be 3.5 hours in length. Please sign up for one or a few shifts.
Friday, May 3rd Sign-up Link One shift available: 5 pm - 8:30
Saturday, May 4th Sign-up Link 3 shifts available: 10 am - 1:30 pm, 1:30 - 5, and 5 - 8:30
Sunday, May 5th, Sign-up Link 2 shifts available: 10 am - 1:30 pm and 1:30 - 5
Walk the Parade! Sunday, May 5th, Parade Sign-up Link
Parade participants can check in at the Phoenix Park Bandshell and move to 5th Street, where the parade will start. Please arrive by 11:30 to walk in the parade. The parade will travel through Historic Downtown Delavan and finish at the bandshell. Parade marchers will hand out candy and greet parade goers with friendly Democratic smiles and waves. We will also have some limited seating on the float for those who would like to join the festivities but cannot walk the entire parade route. Dress for the weather, wear good walking shoes. Parade walkers are encouraged to wear Walworth County Democratic Party or "I Stand with Immigrants" logo t-shirts. This is a fun, family event so bring your family and enjoy the festivities before and after your shift/walk.