West Des Moines Democrats
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For our December monthly meeting, let’s come together to celebrate friendship and our shared achievements with a potluck and program. Join us on Saturday, December 13, 6-8pm. We'll provide the main course and drinks and hope you'll join us. Sign up here today! www.signupgenius.com/go/9040D4AAA...
December 3, 2025 at 5:42 AM
For our December monthly meeting, let’s come together to celebrate friendship and our shared achievements with a potluck and program. Join us on Saturday, December 13, 6-8pm. We'll provide the main course and drinks and hope you'll join us. Sign up here today! www.signupgenius.com/go/9040D4AAA...
Let’s get Renee elected!
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November 28, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Let’s get Renee elected!
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Our November monthly: Wednesday Oct. 19 6:30pm at Gilroy’s in WDM.
Please bring a new, unwrapped toy or gift for kids and teens. We'll donate all to WDM Human Services. Or if you prefer, click here to make a donation we'll do the shopping for you! secure.actblue.com/donate/suppo...
Please bring a new, unwrapped toy or gift for kids and teens. We'll donate all to WDM Human Services. Or if you prefer, click here to make a donation we'll do the shopping for you! secure.actblue.com/donate/suppo...
November 14, 2025 at 3:11 AM
Our November monthly: Wednesday Oct. 19 6:30pm at Gilroy’s in WDM.
Please bring a new, unwrapped toy or gift for kids and teens. We'll donate all to WDM Human Services. Or if you prefer, click here to make a donation we'll do the shopping for you! secure.actblue.com/donate/suppo...
Please bring a new, unwrapped toy or gift for kids and teens. We'll donate all to WDM Human Services. Or if you prefer, click here to make a donation we'll do the shopping for you! secure.actblue.com/donate/suppo...
Now is the time to GOTV
(Get out the VOTE)
Tomorrow (Saturday) Nov. 1
10:00 to Noon
WDM Library, Community Room
Join us as we send texts to WDM Dems who haven’t voted early or didn’t request an Absentee Ballot!
(Get out the VOTE)
Tomorrow (Saturday) Nov. 1
10:00 to Noon
WDM Library, Community Room
Join us as we send texts to WDM Dems who haven’t voted early or didn’t request an Absentee Ballot!
October 31, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Now is the time to GOTV
(Get out the VOTE)
Tomorrow (Saturday) Nov. 1
10:00 to Noon
WDM Library, Community Room
Join us as we send texts to WDM Dems who haven’t voted early or didn’t request an Absentee Ballot!
(Get out the VOTE)
Tomorrow (Saturday) Nov. 1
10:00 to Noon
WDM Library, Community Room
Join us as we send texts to WDM Dems who haven’t voted early or didn’t request an Absentee Ballot!
Tomorrow for West Des Moines voters!
October 26, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Tomorrow for West Des Moines voters!
A memorial service for friends and family to honor State Senator Claire Celsi will take place on Saturday, Oct. 25, 1-4pm, at Valley High School, 3650 Woodland, Ave, WDM.
October 11, 2025 at 12:50 AM
A memorial service for friends and family to honor State Senator Claire Celsi will take place on Saturday, Oct. 25, 1-4pm, at Valley High School, 3650 Woodland, Ave, WDM.
If you’re scared, confused or fed up and don’t know what to do about the current political climate, come to the WDM Democrat’s next meeting on Oct. 15, 6:30pm at Gilroy’s on 8th St., WDM.
October 2, 2025 at 10:11 PM
If you’re scared, confused or fed up and don’t know what to do about the current political climate, come to the WDM Democrat’s next meeting on Oct. 15, 6:30pm at Gilroy’s on 8th St., WDM.
Join us Saturday for the "Taking Risks" workshop presented by the 3rd District's Democratic Central Committee! Held in beautiful Pammel State Park, we'll hear from leaders about taking bold, strategic risks and get updates on important issues.
September 25, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Join us Saturday for the "Taking Risks" workshop presented by the 3rd District's Democratic Central Committee! Held in beautiful Pammel State Park, we'll hear from leaders about taking bold, strategic risks and get updates on important issues.
We had a great time at the IDP’s Regional Hall of Fame on Sept. 7 in Dallas County. Thank you to everyone who came out to join us!
Congratulations to our WDM Democrats award recipients: Rising Star Lexi Koenig, and Outstanding Leadership awardee Kay Mackey!
Congratulations to our WDM Democrats award recipients: Rising Star Lexi Koenig, and Outstanding Leadership awardee Kay Mackey!
September 17, 2025 at 7:14 PM
We had a great time at the IDP’s Regional Hall of Fame on Sept. 7 in Dallas County. Thank you to everyone who came out to join us!
Congratulations to our WDM Democrats award recipients: Rising Star Lexi Koenig, and Outstanding Leadership awardee Kay Mackey!
Congratulations to our WDM Democrats award recipients: Rising Star Lexi Koenig, and Outstanding Leadership awardee Kay Mackey!
Every Monday, join a group of concerned citizens for a peaceful protest for democracy.
Gather on the sidewalk at 1963 Grand Ave., WDM from 4:30 to 5:30 pm (next to Walgreens & across the street from Hy-Vee).
Bring a sign and a chair if you like and but mostly bring your passion for real change!
Gather on the sidewalk at 1963 Grand Ave., WDM from 4:30 to 5:30 pm (next to Walgreens & across the street from Hy-Vee).
Bring a sign and a chair if you like and but mostly bring your passion for real change!
September 17, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Every Monday, join a group of concerned citizens for a peaceful protest for democracy.
Gather on the sidewalk at 1963 Grand Ave., WDM from 4:30 to 5:30 pm (next to Walgreens & across the street from Hy-Vee).
Bring a sign and a chair if you like and but mostly bring your passion for real change!
Gather on the sidewalk at 1963 Grand Ave., WDM from 4:30 to 5:30 pm (next to Walgreens & across the street from Hy-Vee).
Bring a sign and a chair if you like and but mostly bring your passion for real change!
Please join us Thursday, Sept. 18, for our monthly meeting at Gilroy's, 6:30pm. Our speaker will be WDM School Superintendent Dr. Matt Adams who will discuss the $135 million bond issue that will be on the Nov. 4 ballot.
September 17, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Please join us Thursday, Sept. 18, for our monthly meeting at Gilroy's, 6:30pm. Our speaker will be WDM School Superintendent Dr. Matt Adams who will discuss the $135 million bond issue that will be on the Nov. 4 ballot.
This is what democracy looks like! A group of concerned citizens gather each Monday 4:30–5:30 pm (no protest on Labor Day, Sept. 1) for a peaceful protest in support of democracy.
Location: Sidewalk at 1963 Grand Ave., West Des Moines (next to Walgreens and across from Hy-Vee).
Location: Sidewalk at 1963 Grand Ave., West Des Moines (next to Walgreens and across from Hy-Vee).
August 21, 2025 at 2:23 AM
This is what democracy looks like! A group of concerned citizens gather each Monday 4:30–5:30 pm (no protest on Labor Day, Sept. 1) for a peaceful protest in support of democracy.
Location: Sidewalk at 1963 Grand Ave., West Des Moines (next to Walgreens and across from Hy-Vee).
Location: Sidewalk at 1963 Grand Ave., West Des Moines (next to Walgreens and across from Hy-Vee).
WDM Democrats are making a difference in our community! We adopted Westridge Trail and gather every quarter to pick up trash at this beautiful spot.
We met last Saturday and walked the scenic trail and tidied up. Bonus: Sally Ortgies named all the wildflpwers we saw!
We met last Saturday and walked the scenic trail and tidied up. Bonus: Sally Ortgies named all the wildflpwers we saw!
August 18, 2025 at 11:55 AM
WDM Democrats are making a difference in our community! We adopted Westridge Trail and gather every quarter to pick up trash at this beautiful spot.
We met last Saturday and walked the scenic trail and tidied up. Bonus: Sally Ortgies named all the wildflpwers we saw!
We met last Saturday and walked the scenic trail and tidied up. Bonus: Sally Ortgies named all the wildflpwers we saw!
Join other concerned citizens for a peaceful protest for democracy on Monday, Aug 18. People will gather on the sidewalk at 1963 Grand Ave., WDM from 4:30 to 5:30 pm. This is next to Walgreens and across the street from Hy-Vee. Bring a sign and a chair if you like and your passion for real change!
August 17, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Join other concerned citizens for a peaceful protest for democracy on Monday, Aug 18. People will gather on the sidewalk at 1963 Grand Ave., WDM from 4:30 to 5:30 pm. This is next to Walgreens and across the street from Hy-Vee. Bring a sign and a chair if you like and your passion for real change!
Democrats who have declared for 2026:
Governor:
Rob Sand
Julie Stauch
Paul Dahl
Secretary of State: Ryan Peterman
Attorney General: Nate Willems
Senate:
Nathan Sage
J.D. Scholten
Zach Wahls
3rd Congressional District:
Sarah Trone Garriott
Jennifer Konfrst
Governor:
Rob Sand
Julie Stauch
Paul Dahl
Secretary of State: Ryan Peterman
Attorney General: Nate Willems
Senate:
Nathan Sage
J.D. Scholten
Zach Wahls
3rd Congressional District:
Sarah Trone Garriott
Jennifer Konfrst
August 10, 2025 at 2:28 PM
Democrats who have declared for 2026:
Governor:
Rob Sand
Julie Stauch
Paul Dahl
Secretary of State: Ryan Peterman
Attorney General: Nate Willems
Senate:
Nathan Sage
J.D. Scholten
Zach Wahls
3rd Congressional District:
Sarah Trone Garriott
Jennifer Konfrst
Governor:
Rob Sand
Julie Stauch
Paul Dahl
Secretary of State: Ryan Peterman
Attorney General: Nate Willems
Senate:
Nathan Sage
J.D. Scholten
Zach Wahls
3rd Congressional District:
Sarah Trone Garriott
Jennifer Konfrst
Democrats showed up with pride, energy and heart to our BBQ on August 2. Thanks to all who came out to connect with friends, hear from candidates and share some great food.
August 8, 2025 at 3:23 AM
Democrats showed up with pride, energy and heart to our BBQ on August 2. Thanks to all who came out to connect with friends, hear from candidates and share some great food.
Join us to help elect Caitlin Drey to the State Senate! www.facebook.com/share/1HhyYM...
August 4, 2025 at 4:49 AM
Join us to help elect Caitlin Drey to the State Senate! www.facebook.com/share/1HhyYM...
It was a beautiful day and a great turnout for our annual BBQ on Saturday!
August 4, 2025 at 4:45 AM
It was a beautiful day and a great turnout for our annual BBQ on Saturday!
Hope to see you Aug. 2nd!
July 25, 2025 at 4:10 AM
Hope to see you Aug. 2nd!
WDM Dem’s BBQ, Aug. 2, 1-3pm at Raccoon River Park at Biddle Shelter.
Join us as we celebrate good food and fellowship and meet candidates for Congress and statewide office. Every dollar raised will help elect Democrats.
Click here to purchase tickets: secure.actblue.com/donate/2025w...
Join us as we celebrate good food and fellowship and meet candidates for Congress and statewide office. Every dollar raised will help elect Democrats.
Click here to purchase tickets: secure.actblue.com/donate/2025w...
July 20, 2025 at 12:01 AM
WDM Dem’s BBQ, Aug. 2, 1-3pm at Raccoon River Park at Biddle Shelter.
Join us as we celebrate good food and fellowship and meet candidates for Congress and statewide office. Every dollar raised will help elect Democrats.
Click here to purchase tickets: secure.actblue.com/donate/2025w...
Join us as we celebrate good food and fellowship and meet candidates for Congress and statewide office. Every dollar raised will help elect Democrats.
Click here to purchase tickets: secure.actblue.com/donate/2025w...
Our speaker will be State Representative Jennifer Konfrst, D-Windsor Heights, former Democratic leader in the House, and currently a candidate for Iowa's 3rd Congressional District.
THURSDAY JULY 17 MEETING at 6:30pm at Gilroy’s, WDM
THURSDAY JULY 17 MEETING at 6:30pm at Gilroy’s, WDM
July 15, 2025 at 9:52 PM
Our speaker will be State Representative Jennifer Konfrst, D-Windsor Heights, former Democratic leader in the House, and currently a candidate for Iowa's 3rd Congressional District.
THURSDAY JULY 17 MEETING at 6:30pm at Gilroy’s, WDM
THURSDAY JULY 17 MEETING at 6:30pm at Gilroy’s, WDM
Calling all Democrats!
Join us July 3rd as we walk in the WDM parade and show our pride in being Democrats! Line up at 5:15pm near Shepherd of the Valley Church 3900 Ashworth Road (close to VHS baseball field).
We need candy and candy bucket donations!
Questions? Contact Ortgies at 515-864-8773
Join us July 3rd as we walk in the WDM parade and show our pride in being Democrats! Line up at 5:15pm near Shepherd of the Valley Church 3900 Ashworth Road (close to VHS baseball field).
We need candy and candy bucket donations!
Questions? Contact Ortgies at 515-864-8773
July 2, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Calling all Democrats!
Join us July 3rd as we walk in the WDM parade and show our pride in being Democrats! Line up at 5:15pm near Shepherd of the Valley Church 3900 Ashworth Road (close to VHS baseball field).
We need candy and candy bucket donations!
Questions? Contact Ortgies at 515-864-8773
Join us July 3rd as we walk in the WDM parade and show our pride in being Democrats! Line up at 5:15pm near Shepherd of the Valley Church 3900 Ashworth Road (close to VHS baseball field).
We need candy and candy bucket donations!
Questions? Contact Ortgies at 515-864-8773
Celebrate the freedom to read with us on Saturday!
June 26, 2025 at 12:13 PM
Celebrate the freedom to read with us on Saturday!