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Chair’s Message The Kansas legislature temporarily gaveled out on March 27th, giving us a brief respite until the body returns for the veto session on April 9th. Between those two dates, Governor Kelly will decide which bills to sign, veto, or let become law without her signature. This is our last opportunity as constituents to speak with legislators and sway their final votes. Below is a list of bills the Governor may veto, but has yet to do so as of this writing. Please con

We’re excited to welcome Chris Mann, a Democrat for Attorney General. We hope to see you on April 14th, from 6-7 p.m., at the Manhattan Public Library in the Auditorium!

We’re excited to welcome Senator Cindy Holscher, a Democrat for Governor. We hope to see you on March 10th, from 6-7 p.m., at the Manhattan Public Library in the Auditorium!

Kansas Republicans aren’t being transparent. In the state legislature, they’re suspending rules to bypass the points of input by conferees and their Democratic colleagues.

Hello, Riley County Democrats,   This is an urgent message about what’s been happening in the Kansas Legislature. This coming week, February 16-20, is turnaround week–the midpoint in the session when bills that haven’t made it out of their original chamber must be voted on, and if passed, sent to the other chamber for consideration in the second half of the session.   Legislators will spend much of their time in their respective chambers debating, amending, and voting on bi

The 2026 Spring Fundraiser is right around the corner! This is our last major fundraiser before we kick off the primary election campaign in April. Your support is essential for the county party to build the infrastructure and acquire the resources needed to defeat SCR 1611, a constitutional amendment that would lead to the abolishment of many fundamental rights. Thirteen candidates are joining us ! Colin McRoberts, Lauren Reinhold, Rob Voelker, Anne Parelkar, Ethan Corson, C

On January 26th, Senator Brad Starnes introduced SB 381, and it has been referred to the Senate Committee on Education. If you’d like to submit testimony in opposition to this bill, here are some helpful resources and information: read on... SB 381 would mandate instruction that specifically targets communist and socialist ideologies and add a new civics test as a graduation requirement, injecting politics into the classroom and creating an unnecessary barrier for studen

Dear Loved Ones Who Have Voted For President Trump,  I am writing this letter to you because it would be inadequate to address the horrific acts of violence being committed by federal agents across this country without first speaking to what’s continued for far too long in my own home.  Among you are subgroups: Those who have voted for Trump since 2016 and stand by his actions, and those who have regretted their past support of him, but continue to vote for his enablers. What

Because of the inclement weather on January 25th, Rep. Sydney Carlin is rescheduling her fundraising event for February 15, 2026, at the Blue Hills Room located 2315 Tuttle Creek Blvd, Manhattan, KS 66502 (located next to RC McGraws Bar &Grill). If you would like to attend, please RSVP to Rep. Carlin at this number: 785-341-0143

Rep. Sydney Carlin will be hosting her annual Kansas Day event on Sunday, January 25 at the Blue Hills Room

Historians note that the direction of American politics swings back and forth– always reacting to prior electoral results. What’s less emphasized about this phenomenon is the work put into altering the political course. The 2026 election is our opportunity to do just that, if we’re willing to put in the work.

The Riley County Democratic Party is gearing up for a series of events aimed at fostering community engagement. Whether you are a long-time supporter or new to the cause, these events offer a fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and make a difference. 2026 General Meetings The RCDP will meet on the second Tuesday of every month from 6-7 p.m. Venues change as we like to convene in different parts of the county, but we primarily stay in the Manhattan ar

The 2025 general election was a historic feat for the Democratic Party across the country. State assemblyman and mayor-elect, Zohran Mamdani, pulled off a huge upset in New York City; Representative Abigail Spanberger won Virginia’s gubernatorial race by nearly 15 points, and her coattails expanded the Democratic majority in the state house of delegates to its largest in 40 years; and Representative Mikie Sherrill trounced her opponent to become the next governor of New Jerse

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