Thank you for visiting the Jefferson County Democrats of Washington.

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 and across the state. 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 - with a primary focus on local issues, closely followed by state and national issues. 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 unwinde and recharge than with a room full of like-minded friends. Also, 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.

If you are a Jefferson County Democrat and would like to join the JCD as a member, please click the “Join / Renew” button in the upper right corner above. Or if you’d like to sign up for our newsletter, please click HERE!.

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

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MAKE YOUR FOIA REQUEST TO DOGE TODAY!

A message from the Washington State Democratic Party:

Our national allies are asking every U.S. citizen to file a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to formally demand any personal data that has been obtained by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and Elon Musk. You can find a fillable form HERE. Please note that you will need to print out and mail the form to the address on the form. This crucial action will help create transparency and oversight of DOGE.

Let’s make them accountable!

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Protect Your Personal Social Security and Medicare Records

If Elon Musk's digital terrorists delete your Social Security and/or Medicare records, you will want your own copies to show what you have paid in and what benefits you have earned. You should obtain your own records whether you are collecting these benefits now or if you have contributed and plan to collect in the future.

If you have a "mysocialsecurity" account, you can sign in and download two documents. One is called "Your Social Security Statement." This lists all of your lifetime earnings that have been taxed for Social Security and Medicare benefits. The second document is your "Benefit Verification Letter" which shows what you should be getting now each month.

If you have contributed but are not yet collecting benefits you can still obtain "Your Social Security Statement" to demonstrate your contributions to date.

If you do not have a copy of your Social Security card, it is a good idea to get one from the same site.

If you do not have a "mysocialsecurity" account you can go on line to http://www.ssa.gov and create your personal account.

If you do not have internet access you can contact a Social Security office, although their staff and hours are being cut back by the Musk/Trump wrecking crews. The closest office is in Port Angeles and you must have an appointment before you go. The local number for Port Angeles is 1-877-309-1113 and the national number for Social Security is 1-800-772-1213.