Author Archives: Wayne Tahjae

16 Dec
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Updates From our Candidate Committee

Federal and State and County elections are coming up in 2026. Running for office is a meaningful way to impact your community. If you’re interested in running, contact us to set up an info session or one-on-one meeting. Getting on ...

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24 Nov
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From our Local Democratic Party Chair

CALLS TO ACTION ON PUBLIX OPEN CARRY AND HB 133 (HOUSE BILL TO ALLOW 18-YEAR-OLDS TO OWN FIREARMS IN FLORIDA) Several months ago, two things happened that caused me concern. The Florida appellate court struck down the gun control law ...

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24 Nov
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Call to Action: Feed Indian River County

FOOD DRIVE   An economic crisis is in our midst while the Trump administration moves forward with the one of the largest upward transfers of wealth in American history. Local food pantries have been emptied at alarming rates as our neighbors ...

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24 Nov
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DON’T MISS OUT: Democratic Club Town Hall

The Democratic Club of Indian River County invites you to a town hall meeting at the Riverhouse, 305 Acacia Road, Vero Beach Some issues to be discussed; How did the elections on 11/4 make you feel? Did it restore your faith in our democracy and ...

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24 Nov
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Holiday Dollars and Democratic Values

This Thanksgiving through Cyber Monday, we urge you to vote with your wallets. Corporations like Target, Home Depot, and Amazon are profiting from Trump’s attacks on DEI, ICE raids, and policies that harm working families. An organization called “We Ain’t ...

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24 Nov
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FLORIDA MUST REPEAL SCHOOLS OF HOPE

Florida’s “Schools of Hope” program has shifted from helping struggling schools to enabling corporate charter takeovers. A new rule forces districts to hand over “underused” facilities rent-free, cover operating costs, and appeal only to state-appointed magistrates. Click HERE to learn ...

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24 Nov
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HELP SHAPE INDIAN RIVER’S FUTURE: JOIN A LOCAL BOARD

Not all local positions require running for office, in fact you could be appointed to a county board this year! If you have experience relevant to any of these positions, we urge you to put in your application as soon ...

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06 Nov
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OUR NEIGHBORS ARE GOING HUNGRY: HERES WHAT YOU CAN DO

More than 15,000 people in Indian River County rely on SNAP and WIC benefits, and they’re being directly impacted by the ongoing government shutdown. To help ease the burden, we’re collecting non-perishable food items like rice, beans, canned vegetables, cereal, ...

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06 Nov
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ACTION ALERT: HB 133 PUTS OUR KIDS AT RISK

In March, a U.S. appeals court upheld Florida’s ban on long gun purchases by anyone under 21—a law passed after the Parkland tragedy that claimed 17 lives. Now, Florida House Majority Leader Tyler Sirois wants to roll that back with ...

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06 Nov
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NOVEMBER 4TH ELECTIONS (WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW)

There are two municipal elections happening tomorrow: one in the city of Vero Beach, and the other in Fellsmere. To vote in these elections, you must reside in the city boundaries. Sebastian is not holding an election as Terry McGinn ...

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