What Fundamental FREEDOMS Do We Support?
The SaddleBrooke Democratic Club (SBDC) is an organization within our 55+ community below Southern Arizona’s beautiful Santa Catalina Mountain range just outside of Tucson.
Our organization is open to anyone who supports the fundamental freedoms due to all Arizona residents. We strive to educate voters and elect candidates who stand up for freedom through our monthly meetings, bi-annual social events, and ongoing activities.
Welcome to the SaddleBrooke, Arizona Democratic Club
Cactus Wire *
We had a great turnout for our April club meeting! We had a virtual Zoom event with Jesse Piper, an influencer from a ruby Red county in Missouri. One nugget of information we learned from her is that U.S. Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson, has NEVER faced a Democratic opponent in the history of his elections in his Louisiana district. And this is not unusual in the South. Jesse gave several suggestions about how to run against Republicans in Red districts (our CD6 is Red, but not bright Red.)
Cick HERE to get the best site to get the latest protest schedule for the Tucson area. It's a great site with lots of resources.
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[NEW] You read it here! Is Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker running for president? Many hope so. The fiery governor of spoke in (where else?) Manchester, New Hampshire this weekend.,,, He said, “Never before in my life have I called for mass protests, for mobilization, for disruption, but I am now. These Republicans cannot know a moment of peace.”.... In the fight over the future of the Democratic Party, Mr. Pritzker has emerged as a leader of an insurgent faction calling for a full-throated, unflinching barrage of attacks on Mr. Trump, his Republican allies and their right-wing agenda.... Mr. Pritzker wears a triple crown in Democratic politics, simultaneously one of the party’s most prominent elected officials, most generous donors and most talked about 2028 presidential prospects.... Source: NYT (NOT fake news).
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[NEW] Our CD6 Rep. Ciscomani has already received $400,000 from PACs through March. This race of ours is on its way to become perhaps the most expense in the country! Support Democrats!
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[NEW] We are discontinuing protest updates on this page because there is an excellent website that lists protests and trainings, etc. for your viewing and planning pleasure HERE (Take Action Tucson)
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[NEW] AOC raised $9.5 million during the first quarter of 2025, a personal record, entering the second quarter with $8.2 million cash on hand.
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[WARNING! AND STILL WAITING] April 20th was when Homeland Security or the Dept. of Defense were to give their report about using the Insurrection Act to Trump (!).
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[UPDATE] If you have any issues with getting your Social Security checks or are unable to talk to a human to address a problem, Arizona Democratic Attorney General Kris Mayes has created special page to report those issues HERE.
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Carpooling to events is unfortunately something the club can't get involved with for legal reasons*.
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[TIME CHANGE !] You have a Standing Invitation to our "Take Back" Wednesdays - a social gathering of like-minded people who abhor Trumpism. Need a break to talk to like-minded people as an alternative to doom-scrolling through the fire hose of horrible news? Come join us. When? Every Wednesday at 4:00pm. Where? HOA2 Mountain View Bar and Grill. How will you know who is there for the same thing as you? Mingle and you will find us! There may be 12 people or zero people in attendance.... It depends on what mood strikes anti-Trumpists that day. Give it a try! No cover charge. But having at least tea, coffee or soda would be a good idea. No liquor or food is ok, too. If you are there alone, enjoy yourself and try again another day! You don't need to plan ahead, but if you do, or just think you might go, drop an email to Pete Bakke so he can give an approximate count to the staff and they will be sure to have someone who can get keep up with our orders: peter@bakke.com
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Check out Progressive Turnout Project, which focuses their efforts to turn out "inconsistent Democrats." For instance, they have a postcard program anyone can signup for to help Democratic wins in other states holding elections THIS NOVEMBER.
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Join the LD17 Protest list to get email and text updates on local protests. Resist. Stay Strong. More info HERE.
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[NEW] Check out ARIZONA DEMS TAKE ACTION Page. Terrific.
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Check out the CEBV Take Action webpage, it's excellent, located HERE.
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Virtual Meetings: Coffee with the Chair of Pinal County. (Jennifer Hilsbos, who spoke to us at our February meeting.) Every Tuesday at 9am. Click here to register.
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Find Your Community : indivisibletucson.org ; mobilizetucson.org ; takeactiontucson.org
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Call your senator: 202-224-3121 and demand action against Trumpism. Follow the prompts—it takes less than 2 minutes. Call often.
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* Disclaimer: The SaddleBrooke Democratic Club provides information about events and activities as a service to its members and community. Participation in these events is entirely voluntary, and the Club does not arrange or coordinate transportation. Accordingly, the Club assumes no responsibility or liability for any injuries, damages, or losses that may occur during travel to, from, or at any event. Attendees are solely responsible for their own transportation and safety.
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