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Show your support for the blue wave this holiday season

NNK Dems stickers (perfect for cars, trucks, boats, trailers, jet skis, kayaks, canoes) and t-shirts are the perfect last-minute stocking stuffer your family members and friends need!

Both are available from Northumberland County Dems at the final regular meeting of the year, Thursday, December 18, 6p at Northumberland Public Library (7204 Northumberland Hwy/Rte 360, Heathsville).

You’re invited: CD1 candidates meet and greets Nov. 21

On Friday, November 21 at 4:30 pm, you will have the chance to meet one or more of the Democratic primary candidates for the First Congressional District (CD1), the seat currently occupied by Rob Wittman (R).

Thanks to Stacie and Jim Hendrickson (Heathsville), Clair and Richard Salkowski (Heathsville), and Charlotte Hawlings (Lancaster), Salaam Bhatti, Shannon Taylor, and Melvin Tull will be on the Northern Neck to learn more about what you want for the district.

When you RSVP to Jim Hendrickson via email, Jim will tell you the address of the host(s).

The meet and greets cap a NNK-filled day. NCDC president Jim Hendrickson has organized a tour of Northumberland County to help them understand our community better. Candidates will visit Omega Protein for a briefing and plant tour, receive a regional agriculture briefing at Haynie Farms, and will visit the Kilmarnock Free Clinic to learn about healthcare challenges in the area.

We are the ambassadors for our community.

Now is your chance to influence a primary candidate and the 2026 congressional election.

Plan to attend: Nov. 21 Shannon Taylor, primary candidate VA 1st Congressional District, meet and greet



Jim and Stacie Hendrickson are hosting a Shannon Taylor meet and greet Friday, November 21, at their home in Heathsville.  Time and address will follow, stay tuned. . .

Shannon Taylor, longtime Henrico Commonwealth’s Attorney, wants to challenge Rob Wittman (R) in 2026.

You are invited to meet Shannon and let her know what it takes to get your primary vote and your support.  This is your opportunity to influence candidates and ensure your views will be represented.

Oct. 29: Join Abigail Spanberger in Essex County on her Bus Tour

As Election Day nears, Dems are maintaining their GOTV efforts and gubernatorial candidate Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger is leading the charge!

We’re invited to join her Bus Tour stop in Essex County, to remind folks about the election, and to re-energize (if for some reason that is needed!) voters.

Abigail is running for Governor to put Virginia first. In Congress, she built a reputation for delivering results for Virginia. And as our Governor, Abigail will protect our public schools, keep our communities safe, increase opportunity for the next generation, and make our Commonwealth more affordable.

Abigail’s priorities for Virginia will always be guided by those who live and work locally. And she looks forward to seeing you in Essex County on 10/29 to talk about her vision for Virginia!

Learn more and RSVP.

Join the NO KINGS mobilization Sat., Oct. 18

There are no kings in the United States of America. Not now. Not ever.

Turn out for this peaceful NO KINGS event to support each other and show others that we got the memo: America was founded as a “no kings” country.

Saturday, October 18, Noon to 2p, at the Old Northumberland County Courthouse (72 Monument Place, Heathsville).

    

In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings.

Our peaceful movement is only getting bigger and stronger. “NO KINGS” is more than just a slogan—it’s the foundation our nation was built upon. Born in the streets, carried by millions in chants and on posters, it echoes from city blocks to rural town squares, uniting people across this country to fight dictatorship together.

The president thinks his rule is absolute. But in America, we don’t have kings, and we won’t back down against chaos, corruption, and cruelty. Grow our movement and join us.

A core principle behind all No Kings events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values and to act lawfully at these events. Weapons of any kind, including those legally permitted, should not be brought to events.

Date and time: Sat, Oct 18, Noon-2:00pm, Location: 72 Monument Place, In front of the Old Northumberland County Courthouse on Northumberland Hwy Rt 360, Heathsville, VA 22473

Description
In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings.
Our peaceful movement is only getting bigger and stronger. “NO KINGS” is more than just a slogan—it’s the foundation our nation was built upon. Born in the streets, carried by millions in chants and on posters, it echoes from city blocks to rural town squares, uniting people across this country to fight dictatorship together.
The president thinks his rule is absolute. But in America, we don’t have kings, and we won’t back down against chaos, corruption, and cruelty. Grow our movement and join us.
A core principle behind all No Kings events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values and to act lawfully at these events. Weapons of any kind, including those legally permitted, should not be brought to events.
Visibility and Our Approach
Public. Bring your signs. We will stand along the street on Rt 360 in front of the Old Courthouse and across the street. We will not interrupt businesses or cause disruption.  We will not engage with those who may object to our message. Our signs will convey our message to all who drive by that in America we have no kings and we want to protect democracy and the rule of law.

Host(s)
Claire Salkowski • barsalhk@gmail.com (primary)
Richard Bartlett • bartletthongkong@gmail.com

NO KINGS National Day of Mobilization 10/18 /25  BE THERE!