Honoring Steve Tharinger 2026
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Honoring Steve Tharinger 2026 ~
TICKETS FOR THE JCD 2026 SUMMER BBQ NOW ON SALE!
This year’s theme:
HONORING REPRESENTATIVE STEVE THARINGER
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EARLY BIRD DEADLINE JUNE 19
Steve Tharinger has devoted 16 years as an LD24 Representative in the Washington State House, in addition to his many years of public service before that. It has been an honor having Steve as our representative, our neighbor, and our friend. As Steve heads into retirement, join us in celebrating his great work.
This event will be held at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds. Doors open at 3:00. A full BBQ spread will be catered by Port Townsend’s Mo Chili BBQ. As always, served up by your local representatives! New this year, a dessert bar! Grab a drink from our cash bar and enjoy live music while you mix and mingle.
With election season upon us, you’ll also have the opportunity to meet with local candidates running in 2026 Primary and General Election races. This event is a great opportunity to learn more about your candidates up close and personal.
And this event wouldn’t be complete without a who’s who of special guest speakers. Who’s in the lineup?
State Attorney General, Nick Brown
State Treasurer, Mike Pelliciotti
LD24 State Senator Mike Chapman
LD24 Representative Adam Bernbaum
And…? Watch your newsletter for updates!
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Check out our “Endorsements” page for the JCD May 29 endorsements!
Also on tap…
Join us at 6pm on June 18 at the Tri-Area Community Center for two candidate forums featuring candidates for both the LD24 House seat (Position 1) and the District 3 Commissioner seat.
And, on August 27, join us again at the same place and time for endorsement votes in both of the races.
Please note: Zoom links for both events will be provided via Newsletter and will be listed in the JCD calendar (below). Endorsement voting is in-person only. To be eligible to vote on August 27, membership must be current as of July 31. Memberships lapsed within the preceding one year period can be renewed anytime prior to Call to Order on August 27.
Thank you for visiting the Jefferson County Democrats of Washington State!
Here at the JCD, our signature goal is supporting and electing great Democrats up and down the ballot. Especially within Jefferson County! But, being the true blues that we are, we also care about elections in our sister counties, across the state, and across this country. From school boards to public utility boards, every race matters and, ultimately, every race is local.
In addition to lifting up Democratic candidates, we do so much more! Monthly membership meetings that include informative and sometimes downright fascinating speakers, on topics that matter to our communities. Meetings are hybrid, with in-person and Zoom attendance. And because we all need a break now and then: social events! What better way to unwind and recharge than with a room full of like-minded friends. We also participate in local events such as the not-to-be-missed annual Rhody Parade. And, since you can’t run an organization or get candidates elected without money: Fundraisers that are actually FUN!
If you are looking for ways to keep track of various aspects of the political chaos, or for media alternatives, or for ways that YOU can get involved, check out our Take Action! page.
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The political climate is volatile. There is more political uncertainty than ever. But one thing remains unchanged: The Jefferson County Democrats stand strong for the Democratic Party and for our local communities. And since our membership is our strength, we would love to have you join us!
Thank you again for visiting,
Lora De La Portilla, Chair
Left to right: WADEMS Chair Shasti Conrad, State Treasurer Mike Pellicciotti, Governor Bob Ferguson,
JCD Chair Lora De La Portilla, House Rep. Steve Tharinger, U.S. Congresswoman Emily Randall,
House Rep. Adam Bernbaum, State Senator Mike Chapman
See photo gallery below for additional pictures from the 2025 Solute to Democracy summer fundraiser.
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JCD 2026 MEETING SCHEDULE
Dates subject to change. See JCD website calendar below for meeting details.
~ MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS ~
January 22
February 26
March 26
April 23
May 28
June 26
Summer Event - July 12
August 27
September 24
October 22
November - Holiday Potluck TBD
December 6
~ BOARD MEETINGS ~
January 8
February 12
March 12
April 9
May 14
June 11
July 9
August 13
September 10
October 8
November 12
December 10
Scam Reminder…
Do NOT respond to any email request for gift cards or other financial assistance from any member of the Jefferson County Democratic Party (or others) without first speaking with that person directly. If you receive an email requesting money or gift cards, the email address could indicate it’s a fake. But even if you feel confident you recognize the email sender, reach out to that person and speak to them personally. Don’t let your generosity be exploited by a scammer. And never share any personal or financial information or arrange to provide funds or gift cards to anyone via email channels without personally speaking with them first.
Take care & stay vigilant!
Lora De La Portilla, Chair
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