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Resolution to Defend Democracy and Resist Authoritarianism

WHEREAS, the current Administration and its allies are pursuing illegal, immoral and unethical actions at an alarming pace, and WHEREAS, the foundations of our democracy, namely the rule of law, the separation of powers, and most importantly our sense of decency and respect for fellow citizens are under attack, and WHEREAS, the people of the United States are begging for leadership to defend democracy, protect civil liberties and restore trust in government, now THEREFORE, the Sonoma County Democratic Party resolves to call upon all Democrats to take bold, effective action to counter this assault on good governance that imperils the [...]

March 11, 2025|

Resolution in Support of Sustainable, Regenerative, and Organic Farming

WHEREAS, for more than 60 consecutive years, California has been the number one agricultural state in the nation, producing more than 400 food items and accounting for approximately 50 percent of the nation’s supply of fruits, vegetables, and nuts, California is also the nation’s leader in global exports, and California’s farms and ranches support millions of jobs, drive economic opportunities in rural communities, and position the state as a leader in contributing to a more secure and climate-resilient food system worldwide; and WHEREAS, sustainable, regenerative, and organic farming practices protect California’s natural resources by improving soil health, enhancing water retention, [...]

March 11, 2025|

Hail to the Chiefs

Sonoma County Chiefs Association Attn: Chief John Cregan 965 Sonoma Ave Santa Rosa, CA 95404 February 13, 2025 Dear Members of the Sonoma County Law Enforcement Chiefs Association, On behalf of the Sonoma County Democratic Party (SCDP), I am writing to express our gratitude for your recent policy declaration. Your commitment to serving and protecting our communities with fairness and integrity does not go unnoticed, and we deeply appreciate the leadership you demonstrate in addressing critical issues within our county. We acknowledge and commend your efforts, and want to express our heartfelt appreciation for your work. Your declaration represents an [...]

February 13, 2025|

2024 Endorsements

Endorsed Measures State Propositions: Yes on Prop 2 - Public Education Facilities Bond Measure (2024) Yes on Prop 3 - Right to Marry and Repeal Proposition 8 Amendment (2024) Yes on Prop 4 - Parks, Environment, Energy, and Water Bond Measures (2024) Yes on Prop 5 - Lower Supermajority Requirement to 55% for Local Bond Measures to Fund Housing and Public Infrastructure Amendment (2024) Yes on Prop 6 - Remove Involuntary Servitude as Punishment for Crime Amendment (2024) Yes on Prop 32 - $18 Minimum Wage Initiative (2024) Yes on Prop 33 - Prohibit State Limitations on Local Rent Control [...]

September 15, 2024|

Sonoma County Democrats Rally Behind Measure I 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sonoma County Democrats Rally Behind Measure I  Santa Rosa, CA – Sonoma County Democrats are urging residents to vote YES on Measure I, a vital initiative that proposes a quarter-cent tax on personal property sales to strengthen early childhood education, mental health services, and childcare throughout our community. The Sonoma Democratic Party is committed to supporting our local families, children, and childcare service providers.  Sonoma County’s childcare centers and families are confronting an early education crisis: “I would say it was magnified and elevated in the community after the Tubbs Fire in 2017 where we lost 500 [...]

August 27, 2024|

Statement supporting President Joe Biden

The Sonoma County Democratic Party is grateful to President Biden for his phenomenal leadership and accomplishments for our country. He has been one of the best Presidents in our nation's history, bringing us back from the failings of the previous administration, and we thank him for continuing to act with dignity and grace even as he decides to not seek a second term. We are supporting his endorsement to VP Harris. We are ready to fight to keep the White House, with Kamala Harris, and to put in the work to save our democracy.

July 21, 2024|

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Resolution in Support of ESG Principles

March 18, 2023|

Whereas, increasing corporate commitments to meeting Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) goals has helped to support sustainable economic development, and informed investors, customers, regulators and other key stakeholders that their interests are being respected [...]

Resolution Urging the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors to Support the Purchase of Approximately 390 Acres of Forestland near Guerneville through the Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District

January 11, 2023|

WHEREAS a proposal to log 224 acres of older growth Redwoods and Douglas Fir on steep hillsides near Guerneville has recently been approved by Cal Fire (Silver Estates THP I-20-0084SON) despite significant public and agency [...]

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