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October events around the 26th LD

Debate Night – October 14 – The Roxy, Bremerton
Endorsed candidates Jeff Coughlin for Bremerton Mayor and Deb Krishnadasan for State Senate debate their opponents on important issues. Learn more and RSVP.

Candidate Canvassing

Get out the vote for Deb Krishnadasan, learn more at debkforsenate.com or by following on Instagram @debkforsenate.

Opportunities to support Emily Stone in her race for Gig Harbor City Council.

Kitsap County Democrats — Union & Labor Morning Solidarity
Every Wednesday, 6:30–7:30 AM
Join Kitsap County Democrats at the Burwell Gate to stand with our union and labor folks as we hand out literature, GOTV materials, muffins, and coffee.

Indivisible Gig Harbor will be canvassing for local candidates, and hosting an event on October 25. Time and location TBA—details will be posted on our socials and emails to our members. Learn more at https://indivisiblegigharbor.org

Community Events

Indivisible Gig Harbor is organizing a No Kings Sign waving event on October 18 from Noon-2PM, at the corners of Pt. Fosdick and Olympic Drive.

Keep Pierce Blue happening at Washington State History Museum on October 19, 2025 at 5:00 PM. The event will have speakers included elected officials and local leaders, an auction, catered dinner, and more. The 26th LD Democrats will have a table as well. Learn more and get tickets.

Oct 28 – Drag Civics – Roxy Theater in Bremerton
✨ Civics is a Drag brings the community together for an unforgettable evening of entertainment and education. Hosted at the historic Roxy Theatre, this free, all-ages event uses the art of drag to break down barriers, spark conversation, and make civic engagement fabulous, fun, and accessible to all. Registration help, ballot planning, and community Q&A. Learn more and get tickets.

Nov 5 – The Social Soiree‘s Coastal Cascade Sneaker Gala will be honoring the Kitsap Black Student Union as Nonprofit of the Year! Gala is November 5 at 7PM at Kiana Lodge in Poulsbo. Learn more about sponsoring and getting tickets.
General Meeting, Thursday October 2, 2025
Our final general meeting before Election day is Thursday, October 2nd in Bremerton

With the November General Election just weeks away, now is the time to come together and build momentum for change in the 26th LD. Our focus is clear: electing our endorsed candidates and strengthening our communities through grassroots action.

We’re excited to welcome State Senator Deb Krishnadasan and her campaign manager, to share campaign updates and how we can support their victories this fall. We’ll also hear from State Representative Adison Richards, with news on preparation for the 2026 legislative session.

This month’s agenda will also include discussion of a resolution urging Kitsap County Commissioners to place the proposal to establish a Public Health District on the ballot to LET THE VOTERS DECIDE whether to invest in health infrastructure (Learn more).

General Membership Meeting

Thursday, October 2 | Time: 6:00 PM – Dinner and 6:30 PM – meeting start
Location: Moments, 330 N Callow Ave, Bremerton, WA 98312, USA
Reminder: Parking available in the back of the building! This will be a hybrid meeting, you can join via Zoom Meeting

Agenda

6:30 – 6:40 PM: Opening
1. Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, and Land acknowledgement – Chair
2. Introduction of elected officials – Chair
3. Self introduction of new guests
6:40 – 7:10 PM: Program Speakers
- State Senator Deb Krishnadasan & Campaign Manager
- State Representative Adison Richards
7:10 PM to close: Business Meeting
1. Adoption of the minutes (September 2025 Minutes)
2. Treasurer‘s Report
3. Kitsap Democrats report: Tom Slyter
4. Pierce Democrats report: Marrianna Hyke
5. Chair‘s Report
6. PCO Chair‘s Report
7. Old Business
8. New Business
  - Kitsap Public Health District Resolution (Read the resolution)
  - Resolution Regarding US Senator Votes on Arming Israel in Conflict with Palestinians (Read the Resolution)
  - Pierce County Blue Dinner | 26th Democrats Table
9. Good of the Order (90 seconds)
10. Announcements
11. Events by Indivisible Gig Harbor and other partner organizations
For consideration: Resolution to support a Public Health District in Kitsap County

At our next General Meeting on October 2nd, we will discuss a resolution written by the Alliance for Equitable Healthcare to encourage Kitsap County Commissioners to place the creation of a Public Health District on the November ballot.

Read the resolution:

2025.08.25 KCDP Resolution Supporting Equitable Healthcarefinalversion Download

PHD Fact infographic Handout final Download

1 Empowering Communities – final 10-28-24 Download