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From caucuses and conventions to the annual Acton-Boxborough Democratic Picnic, there are a number of events we hold throughout the year.
Recent News
11/18/2024
We are excited to welcome Kimia Kahalzadeh as our newest associate member of the Acton Democratic Town Committee!!
11/17/2024
A Resolution to Condemn Anti-LGBTQ Rhetoric
Transgender children, like all children, deserve love and support to grow, thrive, and participate fully in life—not to be scapegoated by politicians who offer no evidence that their inclusion causes harm, but plenty of distraction from real issues. We need to better address real issues that matter to all Americans, and that includes those who suffer discrimination and persecution.
Read the full text HERE.
11/6/2024
A message from the Acton Democratic Town Committee Chair Sahana Purohit:
As we reflect on the difficult results of this Presidential Election, I want to remind each of you how much our work matters. Even in challenging times, we have built a community grounded in kindness, generosity, and a deep commitment to one another. We are a collective of uncommonly good people who look out for those in need, and together we make great things happen—simply because of who we are.
The road ahead may not be easy, but it’s precisely in times like these that our dedication to each other and our shared values shines the brightest. Our work is far from over, and I am hopeful because I know the strength, resilience, and compassion that we embody. Let’s continue to lift each other up, stay united, and keep pushing forward. Together, we can create lasting change, no matter the obstacles.
10/18/2024
It’s been a busy month, and there is plenty more to do.
We were extremely proud to assist in organizing the "Pathways to Equality" forum alongside Senator Jamie Eldridge on . Please read more about the forum HERE.
Early in-person voting starts in Acton on October 19 at Town Hall. Check HERE for sample ballots and voting info.
⏳ We are now less than three weeks away from the final day for votes to be cast in the November election. #dosomething
Remember: Every call you make, every door you knock, every conversation you have is a ripple that turns into a wave of change.
☎️ Join a phone bank: https://allinforharris.org/what-you-can-do
👋 Join or support canvassing efforts in a swing state: https://www.mobilize.us/volunteerblue/event/656064/
👉 Canvass in NH: https://www.mobilize.us/massdems/event/636785/
👍 Find an action: https://turnpurple2blue.org/
09/18/2024
Thank you to all who could attend the 37th Annual Acton Boxborough Democratic Town Committees Picnic!
Please enjoy photos from the event here shared by many of our guests!
08/23/2024
With great excitement, we announce that Kamala Harris and Tim Walz have been elected as the Democratic nominees for President and Vice President!
Now the real work begins. Victory is not assurered.
Join us and see how you can help elect Democrats up and down the ballot!
08/6/2024 - Harris/Walz 2024!
A message from our Vice Chair Sam Sullivan-Fieldman:
”The race is still very tight with the best pollsters like Nate Silver and 538 having it at basically a toss up at the electoral college. That's MUCH better than where we were a month ago where it looked like a near certain Trump victory. But now is not the time for complacency. Harris/Walz needs to win Pennsylvania, Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and New Hampshire. She has a realistic shot at several additional states, but those additional states are all constituted such that if she wins enough of them to hit 270, she'll have already won the ones I listed. So that's her blue wall.
Our role is to make sure that blue wall holds, unlike 2016. We're talking to people in New Hampshire about canvassing out there. We also need to be making calls and helping in the other blue wall states. The record of the Biden administration and Walz on labor is excellent and that is going to be the most important factor in drawing out the voters we need. There are some signs of trouble in the economy, which will make things more challenging. But the Biden/Harris administration and Walz have good records on helping people through tough times, while the Republicans killed the child tax credit and other measures that lift people out of poverty. Meanwhile, inflation is being caused by corporate greed, even according to the Wall Street Journal, not by Biden's policies. Lina Kahn has helped tackle that problem, but it is a long fight. Harris has refused to capitulate to demands from her big donors to fire Kahn and the party has forced that big donor to back down from that demand and support Harris regardless. And now picking Walz is a signal that she is taking those challenges seriously, as his record there is excellent.
This is a very good sign for the future, but it is now our job to turn that possible future into the real present. Let's GO!"
Let’s win this!!
Check out these events organized by the MassDems: https://www.mobilize.us/?q=massdems
Visit our ally Indivisible Acton Area’s website and find the action YOU want to take! https://turnpurple2blue.org
07/24/2024
The Massachusetts Democratic Party unanimously voted to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris as the party's 2024 presidential nominee following President Biden's stunning decision to bow out of the race.
Find out how YOU can take action for #OurFreedomsOurFutures.
Check out these events organized by the MassDems: https://www.mobilize.us/?q=massdems
Visit our ally Indivisible Acton Area’s website and find the action YOU want to take! https://turnpurple2blue.org
Come by and say hello Sundays at the Acton Boxborough Farmers Market for great conversation, local produce and artisanal products!
We’re in this together!
07/15/2024
We are united in our commitment to doing everything possible to re-elect a Democratic president, flip the House, and hold the Senate. And, we aim to elect as many Democrats as possible in state and local races.
06/09/2024
We are excited to welcome Rhonda Belka as our newest associate member of the Acton Democratic Town Committee!!
05/23/2024
The Acton Democratic Town Committee is honored to present the Evelyn Olschewski Scholarship to Acton Boxborough Regional High School (ABRHS) Senior Rahma Garelnabi. She has demonstrated exceptional leadership in the Muslim Student Association, the Black Student Union, and the ABRHS World of Difference peer training program, among other initiatives. Her dedication to promoting understanding and commitment to social justice is evident through her actions.
04/28/2024
The organizational meeting of the Acton Democratic Town Committee took place on April 7 where we elected new officers. Please join us in offering a heartfelt welcome to our newly appointed Chair, Sahana Purohit, and Vice-Chair, Sam Fieldman and our deepest gratitude to retiring Chair Ellen Vallade and Vice-Chair Adrian Hancock for their outstanding leadership.
A statement from newly elected Chair Sahana Purohit:
Dear Acton Democrats,
As we embark on this new chapter for the Acton Democratic Town Committee, it is with deep appreciation that I acknowledge the exceptional leadership of our Chair, Ellen Vallade and Vice Chair, Adrian Hancock. Their dedication and guidance over the years have been instrumental in making the Acton Democratic Town Committee the strong and active group it is today in Massachusetts! Their guidance has been consistently sure, steady, and intelligent. Their humor at our monthly meetings has kept us all engaged and motivated. Their leadership has been a true inspiration, and I, along with many others, will miss their presence at the helm.
However, I'm incredibly grateful that both of them will continue to be a part of our team, as my mentors, and offering their invaluable insights. We will continue to benefit from their experience.
I also want to take a moment to express my sincere appreciation to all of you. I see so many of you each month at our Sunday, monthly meetings, and your dedication truly inspires me. It's this kind of active participation that makes the ADTC such a force for good in our community.
I also want to acknowledge the incredible work of our current executive team, and I'm especially excited to be working alongside Sam Fieldman, Vice Chair!
As we all know, the ADTC plays a vital role - from hosting informative meetings on key issues to organizing impactful volunteer opportunities - this committee makes a real difference!
Building upon the strong foundation laid by our previous leadership, I envision a committee that's even more inclusive and effective in advocating for Democratic values. As your chair, I believe in fostering a collaborative environment where everyone feels welcome to contribute their ideas and energy. Together, I know we can continue to achieve great things for Acton and the Democratic party.
Sincerely,
Sahana Purohit
02/02/2024
Now is the ideal time to check your voter registration status and details. You can do this easily on the Secretary of State’s website HERE . And don’t forget that you can apply to use mail-in ballots HERE. Keep your eyes open for deadlines! For example, for the Presidential Primary on March 5 the Voter Registration Deadline is February 24 and the Vote by Mail Application Deadline is February 27. Check the Town of Acton website for local voting information HERE.
11/20/2023
Thank you to all who attended our November General Meeting. There is no time like the present. As the holiday season begins, take this opportunity to have a conversation! Check out the “Holiday Positive Series” for some great ideas from our allies at Indivisible Acton Area HERE.
Have conversations with your neighbors and friends in the community about what is happening locally. Make sure they have accurate information. This is up to all of us!
10/23/2023
Thank you to all who attended our October General Meeting. We are happy to endorse the Local Option for Housing Affordability bill and the Act on Mass Sunlight agenda!!!
It has been a busy month - from wrapping up our table at the Acton Boxborough Farmers Market with our allies at Indivisible Acton-Area to hosting a table to help gather signatures for multiple ballot initiatives at the West Acton Oktoberfest, and joining in the Walk Against Hate with our community.
Our work is not done.
Take the the 14-Month Challenge from our allies at Indivisible Acton Area. Change happens one conversation at a time. Let’s get out in our community and get talking!
09/15/2023
Thank you to all who attended the 36th Annual Acton-Boxborough Picnic! The rain moved us indoors but it did not dampen our spirits.
It was great to hear from Congresswoman Lori Trahan, Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan, State Auditor Diana DiZoglio, Senator Jamie Eldridge, State Representative Dan Sena, State Representative Simon Cataldo, Mass Dems Chair Steve Kerrigan, Mara Dolan for Governor’s Council, Marilyn M. Petitto Devaney-Governor's Council, representatives from IndivisibleActon and Act on Mass, and many distinguished guests!
Today marks the first day of National Hispanic Heritage Month. We acknowledge and commend the impact that Hispanic communities have had on shaping the United States throughout its history and in the contemporary era.
And we would like to wish all who celebrate, L’Shanah Tovah!
07/11/2023
We are excited to welcome Glen Cote as an associate member of the Acton Democratic Town Committee!
ADTC with IAA at the AB Farmers Market
This summer, we have joined our friends at Indivisible Acton Area outside the Acton Boxborough Farmers Market to talk with market visitors about what’s important to them and different ways they can take action for democracy.
Please come by and see us - Sundays 10a-1p!
Speaking of democracy - check out this excellent article from Salon about David Pepper’s new book “Saving Democracy: A User's Manual for Every American".
06/11/2023
We are excited to welcome Keely Fox as an elected member of the Acton Democratic Town Committee and congratulate her on being awarded the Evelyn Olschewski Scholarship!
Thank you to all who joined the Acton Caucus to elect delegates to the Mass Dems state convention in September!
05/07/2023
We are excited to welcome Nancy Jarboe, David Martin, Tom Mason, Leela Ramachandran as elected members to the Acton Democratic Town Committee!
05/04/2023
Warrant Articles covering the School budget, firearms zoning bylaw, ranked choice voting, regulation of fossil fuel infrastructure and lowering the age to vote in Town Elections to 16 were passed at Town Meeting!
4/27/2023
Be prepared for Town Meeting!
You can preview 2023 Warrant Articles HERE.
4/26/2023
Thank you to all the candidates who ran for Town Offices!
Congratulations to Select Board Member Re-elect Jim Snyder Grant, Select Board Member-Elect Alissa Nichol, School Committee-Elect members Tori Campbell, Leela Ramachandran, Yanxin Schmidt, Library Trustee-Elect Eric Schlesinger and Tom LeMire, Water District Commissioner Re-elect Stephen Stuntz, Water District Clerk Re-elect William Stanford and Moderator Re-elect Jo-Ann Berry!
Preliminary results are HERE. There are 15966 registered voters in Acton; 2188 cast ballots in this election. That’s a voter participation rate of 13.7%.
4/25/2023
It’s Election Day in Acton! Polls are open 7a-8p at RJ Grey Junior High, or drop off your mail-in ballot at Town Hall by 8p.
1/7/2023
The 118th Congress opens with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries A to Z Speech. Inspiration!
10/17/2022
Acton Democratic Town Committee endorses the Fair Share Amendment (Ballot Question 1) and Safer Roads (Ballot Question 4)
At last night’s October meeting, we unanimously voted to endorse #YesOn1 and #YesOn4!
Mail-in ballots are arriving at voters’ homes. In-person early voting starts Saturday, October 22. Make sure you have a voting plan then check in with a family member or friend on their voting plan, and pass it on.
Find your way to #TakeAction for the midterms - whether it’s postcards, texting, calling, canvassing or donating. It is up to all of us.
Subscribe to our emails, join with our allies - together let’s get Democrats elected up and down the ballot!