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Long Beach Latino Democratic Club
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The Long Beach Latino Democratic Club works to organize our community, address issues relevant to our lived experiences and uplift leaders within Long Beach.

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It's almost time for our bimonthly general membership meeting. Join us 11/19 to celebrate the passage of Prop 50, discuss what's next with veteran consultant Mario Solis-Marich, and shifting towards voter turnout in the 2026 elections.

#LongBeachCA #Latino #DemocraticParty #Democrats #SoCal
A graphic that reads: "Long Beach Latino Democratic Club - ¡Para la gente! Meeting, Wednesday, November 19, 2025 from 6:30-8 pm. Roxanne's Bar and Restaurant, 1115 E. Wardlow Road, Long Beach, CA 90807."
November 13, 2025 at 3:50 AM
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Happy Veterans Day to all those who have served and sacrificed! An extra special congratulations to Long Beach Latino Democratic Club Executive Board member Gus Orozco on being named the Grand Marshal of the City of Long Beach Veterans Day Celebration!
#LongBeach #LatinoVeterans #VeteransDay
November 8, 2025 at 5:17 PM
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Thank you to all the volunteers who've gone out knocking on doors to support Prop 50!

There's still time to get out there and volunteer. And make sure to submit your ballot no later than 8 pm Tuesday!

#YesonProp50 #Proposition50 #California #GOTV #Mobilize
Prop 50 volunteers hear from Council Member Tunua Thrash-Ntuk Members of the Long Beach Latino Democratic Club gearing up for Prop 50 GOTV.
November 1, 2025 at 10:24 PM
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🎉The LB Latino Democratic Club proudly celebrates our President, Kiki Lizárraga, for being recognized by Negocios Now as a trailblazing changemaker in the first-ever Los Angeles cohort of Latinos 40 Under 40!

Read more about this inspiring list of #Latino leaders: negociosnow.com/los-angeles-...
October 31, 2025 at 1:17 AM
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We are LESS THAN ONE MONTH until Election Day, Nov 4th, and we have our work cut out for us. Come canvass for YES on Prop 50!

Links to sign up for our upcoming canvassing and GOTV opportunities in partnership with the LB Young Dems below!

We NEED your help, and we hope to see you there!
A graphic that reads: "Canvass Yes on Prop 50 with the Long Beach Young Democrats and the Long Beach Latino Democratic Club. Saturday, October 18, 2025 - 12 pm - 4 pm. Trademark Brewing, 233 E Anaheim Street, Long Beach, CA 90813. Register at bit.ly/4q88c1y. Sat. November 1, 2025 and Sun, November 2-Tuesday November 4, 2025. Long Beach Firefighters Association Local 372. 2201 Cherry Avenue, Signal Hill, CA 90755. Register at bit.ly/3HKCB4K. Sponsored by Long Beach Young Democrats and the Long Beach Latino Democratic Club." A graphic that reads: "Help win Prop 50! Join our canvass! October 18th at 9 am - 1 pm. 2201 Cherry Avenue, Signal Hill, CA 90755. bit.ly/LAANEAFPROP50. Join us in engaging Long Beach voters at the doors. Sponsored by the Long Beach Young Democrats, the Los Angeles County Democratic Party, the California Democratic Party, LAANE Action Fund, the Long Beach Latino Democratic Club. Ad paid for by California Calls Action Fund." A graphic that reads: "Get out the vote kickoff! 10 am - 1 pm, Saturday, November 1, 2025. Long Beach Professional Firefighters Association Local 372. 2201 Cherry Avenue, Signal Hill, CA 90755. Register at bit.ly/3HKCB4K. Sponsored by the Long Beach Young Democrats, the Long Beach Democratic Club, the Latino Democratic Club, the Democratic Women's Study Club of Long Beach, Stonewall Young Democrats, Long Beach Indivisible and the Greater Long Beach Black Democratic Club."
October 10, 2025 at 12:55 AM
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Looking for something to do this weekend? We have plenty of weekend activations to choose from! Check out this thread below! 🧵

#LongBeachCA #Democrats #DemocraticParty #Latino #GOTV #mobilize #CADem #southerncalifornia
A graphic that reads: "Wrigley Neighbors United Clean Up with Los Caballeros. Free snacks & refreshments to volunteers. Saturday, September 27th, 7:30 - 9:30 am. DeForest Avenue & Spring Street. Una gráfica que dice "Vecinos Unidos de Wrigley Limpieza con los Caballeros. Gratis refrescos y snacks para nuestros voluntarios. Sabado 27 de Septiembre, 7:30 - 9:30 am. DeForest Ave & Spring Street." A graphic that reads: "California Strong: Hold the Line." A graphic that reads: "Canvas Prop 50 with LBYD & Long Beach Latino Democratic Club. October 28, 2025 12-4 pm. Trademark Brewing, 233 E. Anaheim Street, Long Beach, CA. Register bit.ly/42pocCb
September 25, 2025 at 4:11 AM
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Thanks to everyone who attended our Sept meeting - it was great hearing from @nilzaserrano.bsky.social , @mariosolismarich.bsky.social & @corynlb.bsky.social.

Shout out to Councilmembers Mary Zendejas, @cwmegankerr.bsky.social, Suely Saro and Dr. Joni Ricks-Oddie for joining us, plus Tracy Colunga!
Long Beach Latino Democratic Club President Kiki Lizagarra introducing our panelists, Cory Allen, Nilza Serrano and Mario Solis-Marich. Councilmember Mary Zendejas listens as Mario Solis-Marich responds to a question. Councilmember Mary Zendejas speaks to the audience. The Executive Board of the Long Beach Latino Democratic Club take a group picture with the panelists and Councilmembers Megan Kerr, Suely Saro, Mary Zendejas and Dr. Joni Ricks-Oddie.
September 22, 2025 at 4:18 AM
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Our statement, continued. 2/2
This court ruling, however, is a threat to all Americans. Decisions like this will only serve to embolden the Trump Administration, which has actively sought to stifle dissent and enact a cruel, regressive agenda. Our message to the Supreme Court’s Republican majority is clear: you have betrayed the Constitution and undermined the very protections that safeguard us all. We are not pawns to make an example of — we are citizens, taxpayers, parents, neighbors, students, workers, and community leaders. We will mobilize in the streets and in the courtroom. We will protest, litigate, organize, and demand our dignity. We will not be silenced. Long Beach Latino Democratic Club - ¡Para la gente! Meeting, Wednesday, September 17, 2025 from 6:30-8 PM. Teamsters Local 848 Long Beach Office, 3888 Cherry Avenue #100, Long Beach, CA 90807.
September 10, 2025 at 1:19 AM
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Please see our statement regarding the U.S. Supreme Court's recent decision to allow ICE to continue using racial, linguistic and occupational profiling for raids and arrests.

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#LongBeachCA #Democrats #DemocraticParty #Latino #GOTV #mobilize #CADem #southerncalifornia
Statement by the Long Beach Latino Democratic Club on U.S. Supreme Court Ruling. The Long Beach Latino Democratic Club condemns in the strongest possible terms yesterday’s devastating United States Supreme Court ruling in Vasquez Perdomo v. Noem. The 6-3 Republican court majority has, in essence, given Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) permission to engage in racial, linguistic and occupational profiling. Though this is not the final ruling, the Supreme Court's action and recent history strongly suggests in will further erode constitutional protections. This decision puts all Latino families - citizens, permanent residents, and undocumented alike, at risk for ICE harassment, detention, or deportation. We are under threat not for any wrongdoing, but for the color of our skin, our language and for who we are.
September 10, 2025 at 1:19 AM
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Join us September 17th at 6:30 PM for our next meeting! We will be discussing how to engage Latino voters in the upcoming election.

NOTE: due expected high attendance, we will be meeting at Teamsters Local 848 Hall at 3888 Cherry Avenue #100, Long Beach, CA 90807.

#LongBeachCA #Democrats #Latinos
A graphic that reads: "Long Beach Latino Democratic Club - ¡Para la gente!" Meeting, Wednesday, September 17, 2025 from 6:30-8:00 PM. Teamsters Local 848 Long Beach Office - 3888 Cherry Avenue #100, Long Beach, CA 90807."
September 9, 2025 at 1:41 AM
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🌟Long Beach Latino Democratic Club in Action!🌟

From celebrating local leadership to support strengthening the Long Beach Values Act to helping DREAMER students!

Thank you to ALL our members and friends, especially those who donated to show our Dreamers that Long Beach stands with them.
LBLDC President Kiki Lizarraga speaking in support of strengthening the Long Beach Values Act. LBLDC Member Herlinda Chico writing letters for Dreamer care packages. LBLDC members preparing care packages for Dreamer students. LBLDC President Kiki Lizagarra and Vice President of Programming Danny de la Cruz with LA County Sheriff Robert Luna.
August 14, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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📢 Rapid Response virtual training TOMORROW from 6-7 pm. bit.ly/YDRapidResponse

💌The LB Young Democrats along with other Young Democrat organizations and ÓRALE invite you to attend this community training!

✍🏽 Attendance at this meeting will count as an activation event for LB Latino Dem Club members
July 21, 2025 at 12:14 AM
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TONIGHT at 6:30 pm - join us as we discuss the state of higher education for dreamers and undocumented students. We'll be joined by Dr. Mike Muñoz, Superintendent-President of Long Beach Community College.

📍Roxanne's - 1115 E Wardlow Road, Long Beach, CA 90806

#LongBeachCA #Democrats #highered
A graphic that reads: "LB Latino Democratic Club - join us! Guest speaker: Dr. Mike Muñoz, Superintendent-President, Long Beach Community College. Topic: The State of Higher Education for Dreamers. Roxanne's - 1115 E Wardlow Road, Long Beach, CA 90807."
July 16, 2025 at 5:19 PM
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We're less than a week away until our July meeting! As a sneak peak, we’ll be joined by Dr. Mike Muñoz, President of Long Beach Community College* and discuss the state of DREAMERS + undocumented students.

RSVP here: calendar.app.google/xseJWriuSCyN...

*Title for identification purposes only
A graphic that reads: "Long Beach Latino Democratic Club - ¡Para la gente!. Meeting - July 16, 2025 at Roxanne's Bar & Restaurant. 1115 E. Wardlow Road, Long Beach, CA 90807."
July 11, 2025 at 12:50 AM
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It's hard to believe we're just 10 days away from our second meeting! We can't wait to continue building our momentum.

We hope to see you there on July 16th at 6:30 pm at Roxanne's.

#LongBeachCA #Democrats #DemocraticParty #SouthernCalifornia #GOTV #Mobilize #Latino #sísepuede
July 6, 2025 at 11:27 PM
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The Democratic clubs of Long Beach are joining forces to raise funds for four major immigrants rights-focused organizations: ÓRALE, Centro CHA, United Cambodian Community of Long Beach, and the Filipino Migrant Center.

Join us July 1st at 6 pm virtually. RSVP at bit.ly/UnitedAgains...
A graphic that reads: "United Democrats of Long Beach - United Against Fear: A Fundraiser benefiting ÓRALE, Centro CHA, the Filipino Migrant Center and the United Cambodian Community Long Beach. Tuesday, July 1st at 6:00 pm. Virtual - register at bit.ly/UnitedAgainstFearLB. Suggested donation: $50.
June 28, 2025 at 10:43 PM
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Congratulations to Congressman Robert Garcia on his historic appointment as the new Ranking Member of the House Oversight Committee. ¡Estamos orgullosos de ti, Congressman!

www.politico.com/live-updates...

#LongBeach #CA42 #RobertGarcia #DefendDemocracy #LatinosInCongress #DemocratsLead
June 24, 2025 at 6:31 PM
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At our very first meeting in May, our members voted to support the Staffed Stores are Safe Stores initiative, which aims to prioritize customers and staff at grocery and drug retail stores. We’ll be providing public comment tonight at the Long Beach City Council meeting.
June 17, 2025 at 9:16 PM
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We are ONE MONTH away from our next meeting on Wed, July 16th from 6:30-8pm @ Roxanne’s in Long Beach!

See you there! (1115 E. Wardlow Rd, Long Beach, CA 90807)

#LongBeach #LongBeachCA #Democrats #DemocraticParty #Latino #GOTV #Mobilize #CAdem #SoCal #NoKings
June 16, 2025 at 10:38 PM
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A beautiful day for Long Beach to show up and speak out at No Kings! Great to see community standing up to Trump.

#LongBeachCA #NoKings #LAprotest #mobilize
June 14, 2025 at 6:57 PM
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We implore you to know your rights. We honor David Huerta, SEIU President, for standing with peaceful protesters even at the cost of his own liberty.

Finally, we support those choosing to stay home to minimize exposure during this time. Collective action comes in many forms.
The Tagalog description of the Long Beach Values Act. For more information visit https://longbeach.gov/globalassets/health/media-library/documents/healthy-living/office-of-equity/tagalog--lb-values-act-resource-guide A graphic that reads:"Know your rights: Right to remain silent: You do not have to talk about your immigration or citizenship status with police, immigration agents or other officials. Immigration papers: You have the right to remain silent or ask to speak with a lawyer before answering any questions. Search rights: Say NO if an immigration agent asks if they can search you. Search and arrest warrant: Ask for a search and arrest warrant. Carrying papers: If you are 18 or older, carry your immigration papers with you at all times. If you do not have them, you can tell the officer that you want to remain silent or speak with a lawyer." Graphic that reads: "Join Long Beach Democratic Clubs No Kings National Day of Defiance Rally. Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 9 - 11 am. RSVP at https://tinyurl.com/nokingslbc Sponsored by Long Beach Young Democrats, Long Beach Democratic Club, the Democratic Women Study Club of Long Beach, the Long Beach Latino Democratic Club and the Yes We Can Democratic Club. A graphic that reads Long Beach Latino Democratic Club Meeting - Wednesday, July 16, 2025 from 6:30-8 PM. Roxanne's Bar & Restaurant - 1115 E. Wardlow Road, Long Beach, CA.
June 8, 2025 at 10:29 PM
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Donald Trump is using us – both as Latinos and as Californians, to further his cruel and divisive agenda.

The aggressive raids and deployment of National Guard and US Troops are designed to intimidate our community and provoke conflict for the cameras.

Let us be clear: we are not intimidated.
A statement that reads: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 8, 2025 Contact: Long Beach Latino Democratic Club 📧 lblatinodems@gmail.com Long Beach Latino Democratic Club Condemns Ongoing ICE Raids Across LA County and Demands Full Implementation of Updated Long Beach Values Act LONG BEACH, CA — The Long Beach Latino Democratic Club strongly condemns the ongoing ICE raids currently taking place across the Greater Los Angeles area, which have sparked fear and instability in our immigrant communities. These raids are part of a coordinated escalation of federal immigration enforcement that threatens the very values of justice, dignity, and inclusion that Long Beach claims to uphold. We are particularly alarmed that these actions are occurring in the wake of Long Beach’s January 2025 update to the Long Beach Values Act—an ordinance originally passed in 2018 in response to SB 54, California’s sanctuary state law. While the original act aimed to reduce local collaboration with ICE - loopholes and weak enforcement left many of our residents vulnerable. “The updated Values Act, passed earlier this year, was meant to close the gaps in local cooperation with ICE and ensure stronger protections for immigrant communities,” said Kiki Lizárraga, President of the Long Beach Latino Democratic Club. “But without full transparency and...(continued on next page) (Continuing from previous page)...accountability in implementation, the promise of sanctuary remains unfulfilled.” The January 2025 amendments to the Long Beach Values Act included: ● Prohibiting all city departments from sharing personal information or release dates with ICE without a judicial warrant ● Mandating public reporting of any federal immigration agency requests made to the city ● Creating a Community Oversight Committee to monitor compliance and elevate resident concerns Despite these improvements, reports from community members and local advocacy groups like ÓRALE Long Beach indicate that federal agents continue to conduct operations near homes, workplaces, and schools—creating a chilling effect on civic participation and community trust. Long Beach cannot be a sanctuary in name only. We demand full protection, full implementation, and full accountability. ### For media inquiries, interview requests, or to join our upcoming organizing meetings, contact us at lblatinodems@gmail.com. English description of Long Beach Values Act. For more information, please visit https://www.longbeach.gov/globalassets/health/media-library/documents/healthy-living/office-of-equity/lb-values-act-resource-guide La descripción de la Ley de Valores de Long Beach. Para más información, clic https://longbeach.gov/globalassets/health/media-library/documents/healthy-living/office-of-equity/spanish--lb-values-act-resource-guide
June 8, 2025 at 10:29 PM
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More pictures from last night!
People signing up to join the Long Beach Latino Democratic Club Recognizing Councilmember Megan Kerr Representatives for the Los Angeles Alliance for a New Economy (LAANE) and United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) speak. Jessica Quintana of CentroCHA speaking
May 22, 2025 at 6:07 PM
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So happy that 55 people attend our first ever meeting of the Long Beach Latino Democratic Club last night! Thank you to all of those who attended, and to everyone who has helped us get to this point.

¡Adelante!

#LongBeachCA #Democrats #CADem #DemocraticParty #Latino
Group photo for the first meeting of the Long Beach Latino Democratic Club. People socialize before the club meeting begins. Long Beach Latino Democratic Club Interim President Christine "Kiki" Lizarraga begins the meeting. Herlinda Chico addresses the club.
May 22, 2025 at 6:07 PM
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We're so excited for our first meeting TOMORROW!

Please join us Wednesday at 6:30 pm at Roxanne's as we launch Long Beach's newest Democratic club.

#LongBeachCA #Democrats #DemocraticParty #Latino #GOTV #mobilize #CADem #southerncalifornia
A graphic that reads: "Long Beach Latino Democratic Club - ¡Para La Gente! Meeting - Wednesday, May 21, 2025 from 6:30-8 PM. Roxanne's Bar and Restaurant (1115 E Wardlow Road, Long Beach, CA) A graphic that reads: "The Long Beach Latino Democratic Club works to organize our community, address issues relevant to our lived experiences and uplift leaders within Long Beach." Spanish translation: "El Club Democrático de Long Beach trajaba para organizar a nuestra communidad, abordar temas relevantes para nuestras experiencas y elevar a los líderes dentro de Long Beach."
May 20, 2025 at 11:57 PM