The Democratic Volunteer Center is Silicon Valley’s permanent volunteer community and campaign center dedicated to electing Democrats and promoting government at its best. We foster unity across the Democratic political spectrum, and use our resources to amplify the voices of local volunteers across the state and the nation.
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VolunteerThe DVC raises its own funds separate from the Democratic Party and relies on donations to fund phone-banking, events, facilities, and utilities. It is run entirely by volunteers, with no paid staff.
Special Event: Vigil to Support Dr. Blasey Ford this Sunday at 8pm
Featured Events
These are just some of the events coming up at the DVC. See Full CalendarPostcard Party for Andrew Janz
Let’s boot Devin Nunes and elect Andrew Janz! Please RSVP here: https://tinyurl.com/sept-postcard-partiesBlue Wave Calling: Phone Banking
Join our weekday afternoon Phone Bank events to get out the vote for critical Congressional races. We provide the equipment and training to help take back Congress this November.Calls for Anna Eshoo
We will be making calls into San Jose to find voters interested in displaying a yard sign for Anna Eshoo. In the noise of the elections, it is always important to support our local congresswoman....Blue Wave Calling: Phone Banking
Join our Thursday Phone Bank events from 2-7pm to get out the vote for critical Congressional races. We provide the equipment and training to help take back Congress this November.Texting Time
Textbanking is a fun, efficient, and effective way to connect with large numbers of voters and potential voters. It is being used by many Democratic campaigns as part of their voter outreach...Peninsula Young Democrats with Titus Lin
Peninsula Young Democrats will be hosting Titus Lin, the Bay Area Organizing Director for the California Democratic Party, who will give us the landscape of these upcoming midterm elections and the...DVC Movie Night: All The President’s Men
As our free press continues to come under attack by the thin-skinned Trump administration, it is vital to celebrate its crucial role in maintaining our vibrant democracy. In this spirit, we'll be...Blue Wave Calling: Phone Banking
Join our Saturday Phone Bank events to get out the vote for critical Congressional races. We provide the equipment and training to help take back Congress this November.Phone banking for Kristin Seale
This phone bank is organized by Sister District South Bay for Kristen Seale, who is running for Pennsylvania’s 168th State House District. She hopes to be the first woman to represent the...Fundraiser for Josh Harder
Come out and support Josh Harder, a Central Valley native running for California’s 10th Congressional District. Polls show Josh neck and neck with incumbent Jeff Denham, and every bit of effort...Postcard Party
We’ll be writing postcards to get out the vote for TJ Cox or other candidates, to be determined as events develop.A Message from Anna Eshoo
"The DVC distinguishes itself from other organizations, because... we not only have all the traditional organizations of Democrats, but we also have all the new organizations that were born the day after the election."
— Congresswoman Anna EshooA Message from a DVC Volunteer
"It's really rewarding to talk to voters... plus the people here are great, and there's a lot of comaraderie."
— DVC Volunteer LindaAugust 7th primary and special election results
The analysis is clear: the results of the August 7th primary and special elections in Ohio, Washington, and other states should encourage Democrats across the country. While the possibility of a big blue wave looks strong, we must not be complacent. As the razor-thin margin in OH-12 shows, every single vote is going to matter this November.
- Tuesday Night Is a Bad Sign for GOP Chances in the House (RealClear Politics)
- O-H-I-No: Ohio’s special election is the canary in the GOP coal mine (Washington Examiner)
- Washington state’s primary results paint a grim picture for GOP (CNN)
Analysis of California’s (and more) June primary results
Events at the DVC
The DVC provides space to Democratic and progressive people, organizations, clubs, candidates, and officials to connect with each other.
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