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PCDP recognizes the good work that other local groups do in order to engage voters in ways that align with our platform. Clicking on the listing of an organization listed below will take you to their website for further investigation. If not based in Tucson, these groups have active branches in Pima County.
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Caucuses
We are the Arizona Democratic Party Latinx Caucus.Somos el Caucus Latinx del Partido Demócrata de Arizona. An ADP Caucus is a subgroup of the State Committee membership that represents, acts on behalf of, or advocates for a specific constituency group and the issues that impact it. We work to combat anti-LGBTQ policy and law both statewide and nationally. We support LGBTQ or strong ally Democratic candidates. An ADP Caucus is a subgroup of the State Committee membership that represents, acts on behalf of, or advocates for a specific constituency group and the issues that impact it. We want to activate Native American Dems in AZ and encourage civic engagement on every level of government: tribal, local, city, county, state and federal. An ADP Caucus is a subgroup of the State Committee membership that represents, acts on behalf of, or advocates for a specific constituency group and the issues that impact it. Enhancing the leadership role of African Americans within the Democratic Party. Serving as an advocacy vehicle for Political, Educational, Socio-Economic, Health and Welfare issues affecting African Americans. An ADP Caucus is a subgroup of the State Committee membership that represents, acts on behalf of, or advocates for a specific constituency group and the issues that impact it. please contact Celeste Pettijohn at liberalvoice@cox.net to learn more. Our vision is that the Arizona AAPI community is engaged and empowered in the political process and that we exercise our responsibility to vote, fulfill our commitment to public service and raise political and civic consciousness about AAPI issues. An ADP Caucus is a subgroup of the State Committee membership that represents, acts on behalf of, or advocates for a specific constituency group and the issues that impact it. Caucus | Latinx
Caucus | LGBTQ
Caucus | Native American
Caucus | African American
Caucus | Disability
Caucus | Asian American, Pacific Islander
Clubs
The mission of the Democrats for Picture Rocks club is to elect progressive Democrats. We are a committed group of Democrats in a rural area northwest of Tucson who work in a number of ways towards that goal and to serving our community. We work on voter registration, campaigns, petition initiatives and educating voters in Picture Rocks. Every meeting has speakers addressing subjects of political interest. Frequently, especially during campaign season, Democratic candidates announce their candidacies and present their platforms at DGT meetings. The Democratic Club in Sun City Oro Valley was organized to promote the ideals, principles, and policies of the Democratic Party and to help ensure an informed electorate. To meet those goals, we attempt to address local, state and national issues through a series of speakers. These can vary from elder abuse, to water conservation, to immigration. The Catalina Democrats Club is a group of Democrats committed to giving $1000 per year to the Pima County Democratic Party. These contributions make it possible for the Pima County Party to have an outstanding get-out-the-vote (GOTV) effort. The Catalina Democrats meet at least quarterly with prominent Democrats in members’ homes and other fine settings. TVVDC provides the opportunity to join forces with other committed citizens in our community to promote the values of the Democratic Party and support candidates whose values are consistent with those of the Party. The University of Arizona Young Democrats (UAYD) is a chartered member of Young Democrats of America (YDA), the largest youth-led, national, partisan political organization. Democrats of Oro Valley (DOV) is a force for progressive leadership. We support enthusiastic participation in the democratic process and encourage our fellow citizens to join us in preserving our unique and historic Arizona environment. The Pima County Young Democrats is an official chapter of the Young Democrats of Arizona. We provide a gathering place for young individuals in Pima County who share an interest in building a vibrant Democratic Party and electing Democrats to local, state, and national office. A community organization that stimulates and promotes democratic values, by offering educational and action opportunities. Democrats for Picture Rocks
Club | Democrats of Greater Tucson
Club | SUN CITY/ORO VALLEY DEMOCRATS
Club | Progressive Democrats of Southern AZ
PDA Tucson is a chapter affiliate with Progressive Democrats of America. We believe our task is to help organize the mass people’s movement, defeat Trumpism, and elect Progressives as we build the Sanders-inspired Political Revolution for real change. Club | Catalina Democrats
Club | Tanque Verde Democrats
Club | UA Democrats
Club | Democrats of Oro Valley
Club | Pima County Young Dems
Club | Green Valley Deomocrats
Causes
Mi Familia Vota is a national civic engagement organization that unites Latino, immigrant, and allied communities to promote social and economic justice through citizenship workshops, voter registration, and voter participation. Mi Familia Vota has operations in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Nevada, and Texas. Living United for Change in Arizona (LUCHA) is a membership-led, grassroots organization that builds power with Arizona’s working families to advance social, racial and economic justice for all. Through grassroots campaigns, leadership development, advocacy and civic engagement, we work to create an Arizona in which every person enjoys equal rights, opportunities and protections. Arizona List was founded in 2004 by a group of Arizona women determined to make significant change in their communities by electing more pro-choice, Democratic women. Arizona List is a powerful force in statewide politics due to it’s well funded political action committee solely dedicated to electing women in Arizona. Our mission is to encourage active citizenship through neighborhood building and public policy education. Grassroots group concerned with current federal and Arizona legislation primarily impacting the Tohono O’odham Nation. Bring Ranked Choice Voting to Arizona with Voter Choice Arizona We are a non-partisan group operated 100% by volunteers donating their own time and financial support for essential tools. Are you ready to help us get Ranked Choice Voting in Arizona? Sign up to get more information about how to volunteer! The Tucson Second Chance Community Bail Fund (TSCCBF) was established to address the disproportionate impact of the cash bail system on communities of color and vulnerable populations here in Pima County. Through education, community organizing, and bail relief we are fighting to end the criminalization of poverty in Pima County. The mission of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) is to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate race-based discrimination. Moms Demand Action is a grassroots movement of Americans fighting for public safety measures that can protect people from gun violence. We pass stronger gun laws and work to close the loopholes that jeopardize the safety of our families. We also work in our own communities and with business leaders to encourage a culture of responsible gun ownership. We know that gun violence is preventable, and we’re committed to doing what it takes to keep families safe. Our Alliance is committed to an inclusive and diverse country that works for all of its citizens. We work to support progressive candidates and causes at the national, state and local levels. We have formed a community of like-minded individuals to help create “a more perfect union.” With regular contributors from Tucson and metro Phoenix, Blog for Arizona is the state’s most comprehensive news source for political news, commentary, and community events. Blog for Arizona is a truly independent news source. Although the blog has a decidedly progressive viewpoint, we receive no funding from any politicians or political parties. We welcome your support and patronage. Civic Engagement Beyond Voting is a small group of women working to empower Arizona’s citizens to exercise their voices at the state level. The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization, encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy. You are our hero. The Pima Area Labor Federation, or PALF, is one of nearly 500 state and local labor councils of the AFL-CIO and are the heart of the labor movement. We are a democratically elected body dedicated to represent the interests of working people In Arizona and in Pima County. We mobilize our member unions and community partners to advocate for social and economic justice and we strive daily to vanquish oppression and make our communities better for all people—regardless of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, or ethnic or national origin. Get involved in your local school district. Boards need to hear Democratic values, even if you don’t have kids in school. Find current school governing board members and terms here. Below are direct links to meeting details for each district. TUSDMi Familia Vota
Lucha AZ
Arizona List
AZ GroundGame
Indivisible Tohono
Voter Choice Arizona
Voter Choice Arizona aims to improve our elections so that voters have more choice and more voice, for better governance and a better Arizona.Second Chance Community Bail Fund
NAACP – Tucson
Moms Demand Action
Screen reader support enabled.Indivisible Tucson Action Alliance
Blog For Arizona
Civic Engagement Beyond Voting (CEBV)
League of Women Voters
Arizona Education Association
You make impossibly good things happen in our schools every single day.
And when a crisis hits – like Covid-19 – you’re on the front line.
You deserve to have someone fight with and for you.
Right now, we’re fighting to keep you and your students safe this Fall.
We are a professional union with a track record of protecting public education in Arizona by improving working conditions and benefits for school teachers and staff.
We are 20,000 members strong and we are growing.
Join us.Pima Area Labor Federation
School Governing Boards
Amphitheater
Vail
Tanque Verde
Baboquivari
Flowing Wells
Catalina Foothills
Sunnyside
Ajo
Sahuarita
JTED
Marana
Continental
