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Monday, December 9, 2024

First, grassroots donors helped power Democrats to historic victories in the states.

Then, Democrats faced setbacks at the federal level on Election Day – raising the stakes for state-level races in 2025.

But now, we have opportunities to defend and grow our power in key states like Virginia through upcoming special elections.

Can you rush an urgent donation of $7 to help power Democrats to victory in upcoming elections? Our next special election is just one month away, so there’s no time to waste.

If you've stored your payment information with ActBlue Express, your donation will process immediately.

Thank you,

DLCC Special Election Team

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TAKE THE QUIZ

Yesterday, we remembered a dark day in American history and commemorated the sacrifice of more than 2,000 service members. On December 7, 1941, Japanese planes launched a surprise aerial attack on Pearl Harbor and killed over 2,000 service members, leading our nation into WWII.

The tragedy of that Sunday morning in Hawaii back in 1941 provides a solemn reminder of the risk and sacrifice our service members make — even when we're not at war.

To remember our heroes in uniform who served at Pearl Harbor and in WWII, we have created a quiz to give you a chance to learn more about this pivotal moment in history. Will you take our quiz now to test your knowledge of Pearl Harbor?

TAKE THE QUIZ

How many U.S. ships did the Japanese destroy or
significantly damage during the attack on Pearl Harbor?

Options: 3 ships, 9 ships, 17 ships, or 21 ships

TAKE THE QUIZ

Thanks for taking time to learn more about this important day — and for all you do to support our heroes in uniform.

—The USO

1️⃣ Georgia: DLCC makes key gains for the 5th consecutive cycle
Democrats have officially gained enough seats in the Georgia House to bring the chamber to its closest margin in two decades. This win marks the 5th consecutive election cycle of gains for the DLCC. Read more about power building in Georgia →

2️⃣ Reproductive Freedoms:Republican Lawmakers seek to undermine protections
Ballot measures protecting abortion access prevailed in many states across the country, but Republican state legislators are already scheming to undermine them. Learn more about their plans here →

3️⃣ Making History: Record number of women will take legislative seats
A record number of women will take seats in state legislatures next year, and in many states, those legislatures will be gaveled into session by women leaders. Check out the specific stats here →

🎧 Listen: DLCC President Heather Williams discusses our path forward
On Fast Politics, DLCC President Heather Willams debriefs the 2024 cycle and details our strategy for years ahead to reclaim a majority. Her segment starts around minute 28 – listen here →

🫏 Join the fight: Become an Official DLCC Member
If you’re looking for a way to take back your agency against the GOP power surge and help chart the path forward, we hope you’ll join our team by becoming a DLCC member. Join our team today →

🗳️ Looking to upcoming races: Democrats work to build progressive power
State Democrats are facing nearly a dozen special elections in the coming months.With the stakes higher than ever for state legislatures, we’re calling on grassroots Dems to invest in our movement and help power our candidates to victory →

Next month, we’ll face our first challenges of 2025 – three special elections for seats in the Virginia House and Senate.

State	Chamber	District
Virginia	House	HD-26
Virginia	Senate	SD-10
Virginia	Senate	SD-32

Democrats hold the Virginia Senate by an ultra-thin margin. Holding our ground in these special elections is crucial to defending control of the chamber against a Republican power grab.

Will you make a donation today to help Democrats win special elections in places like Virginia and beyond?

If you've stored your payment information with ActBlue Express, your donation will process immediately.

These special elections will be one of the first opportunities to regain momentum after the setbacks to our movement on Election Day. And with the Virginia House and governorship at stake in 2025, we need to lay the groundwork for Democratic victories now.

With Republicans gaining power at the federal level, protecting state-level Democratic majorities is vital to protecting abortion access, voting rights, and gun safety against the MAGA agenda.

Will you chip in $7 today to help Democrats build power in statehouses in Virginia and nationwide? It’ll take the full strength of this grassroots team to fuel this fight →

Thank you,

Team DLCC

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128,000. That’s how many grassroots Democrats have committed to defending our democracy against Republican voter suppression.

128,000 Democrats have taken a meaningful step to elect leaders who will protect abortion access in our statehouses.

128,000 Democrats have joined a movement larger than themselves to fight against Republican extremism.

Grassroots supporters from every state in the country have donated to our movement to elect state Dems. But you still haven’t joined them.

With Republicans gaining power at the federal level, protecting state-level Democratic majorities is vital to protecting abortion access, voting rights, and gun safety against the MAGA agenda. If we fall behind in our fundraising, we won’t be able to compete against Republican spending in upcoming special elections.

That’s why we’re counting on you to join the 128,000 Democrats who have already chipped in and rush $7 today. Will you own a piece of this fight and invest in our movement right now?

If you've stored your payment information with ActBlue Express, your donation will process immediately.

Thanks for stepping up.

Team DLCC

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FDIC – Christian Children’s Dance Festival celebrates presentation at Teatro Grande Otelo in Osasco-SP

On December 6th, the Teatro Grande Otelo in Osasco hosted the 1st Children's Dance Festival (FTD), promoted by the FDIC - Christian Children's Dance Festival, under the theme "Soul and Body". The event was a true spectacle, where little dancers from the Miguel Costa Community shone brightly on stage, demonstrating that talent, dedication and faith have the power to transform lives.

The FDIC was not limited to just an artistic presentation; it was a moment of evangelism and celebration, where art joined with the Word of God to impact children, families and the entire community. This project was born with the mission of bringing hope, dignity and love to others, showing that, with God, everything is possible.

The creator of the FDIC, dance teacher and artistic producer Elaine Catti, created this project based on her experience with children from the Irma Institute in Osasco. By witnessing the traumas and challenges faced by these children, many of which are the result of their parents’ absence due to difficult circumstances, Elaine felt a divine calling to make a difference. Thus, FDIC Alma e Corpo was conceived as a safe space for these children to learn dance and Christian values, promoting a significant change in their lives.

The festival was a milestone of unity and hope, and is an invitation to all who believe in the power of dance and transformation through faith. FDIC Alma e Corpo is a movement that seeks to plant seeds of the Kingdom and inspire new generations through art. We invite everyone to join us on this journey of social transformation, where dance becomes a powerful tool for evangelism and change.

Through this excellently organized show, FDIC Alma e Corpo raises funds that are directly reverted to the families of these children. All ticket sales go to support those most in need, creating a network of sustainable social impact. More than just raising funds, FDIC Soul and Body teaches children that art, guided by faith, can bring dignity, purpose and prosperity to their lives.

“FDIC Soul and Body: A Project of Transformation Through Art and Faith”” is more than a motto; it is a call to all of us who wish to see a better world, where art and spirituality walk hand in hand, bringing light and hope to those who need it most.