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In 2024, over 150 million Americans voted in the presidential election. Surprisingly, almost 90 million people did not vote. Imagine if more people understood how important their vote is. All people 16 years of age and older can register to vote in Florida by visiting Iwillvote.com . If they register as Democrats, they can vote in the Democratic primaries. There are other ways to help people register. Learn how by attending online Voter Registration Training organized by the Florida Democratic Party. Classes are ongoing. Click below.

Posted on: April 17, 2025 Apply for Town Council Vacancy The Jupiter Town Council invites interested residents of the Town of Jupiter to submit information to be considered for a vacant District 1 Town Council seat. The Town Council will consider appointing a new member to the seat at their regular meeting  on Tuesday, May 20 . Additional appointment deliberation may occur at the Tuesday, June 3 meeting if necessary. The individual selected to fill this open seat will serve through the end of the current term, which expires March 2026. To be considered, interested residents must be: A registered voter in Palm Beach County. Be a resident in District 1 (to see the Town’s residency district map click here ).

Our country, our democracy is being tested. We may draw inward, seeking protection from the fallout of a system that benefits the most privileged, at the expense of the most vulnerable. If you find yourself less able to watch the news, less able to imagine something better; if you’re doom scrolling into the night and cutting off certain friends and family for the sake of your own sanity - here’s one thing you can do: the opposite. Our family, social circle, and work colleagues form the foundation of our lives - our bubble. What about those on the outside? When our foundations begin to crack, maybe it's time to reach outside the bubble. Different times call for different actions.  If we feel helpless to change what is out of our control, perhaps it's time to change our perspective. There is a certain magic in that - as we change, so does the world around us. Below are a few personal steps that could help engineer positive change. This journey takes patience, self love and forgiveness. Change is never easy, but often necessary. In embodying these traits for ourselves, we can begin to project them outwards, and begin shifting the current paradigm. Questioning our privilege. What privileges do we enjoy and how have they influenced our worldview? As we see people being denied their rights to due process, do we believe that our privilege protects us from our own rights being violated? Is anyone really immune? Question our fear of “the other.” Do we feel threatened by someone of a different race, religion or sexuality than our own? Can we learn to see each other as human beings seeking the same goals of safety and happiness, before categorizing each other according to whatever (false) constructs society has dictated?  Question our beliefs around individualism vs. collectivism. While we are immersed in an individualistic culture, how can we incorporate collectivist approaches to the well being of the whole? Do we see education, housing or health care as basic rights or privileges? What influences our views on this?     Question our susceptibility to propaganda. We are a propagandized society and as we seek comfort in like minded circles, we tend to limit our interactions to outlets that reinforce our beliefs. Independent media outlets are springing up as a counter to the mainstream media’s normalization of political events that, not too long ago, would cause outrage. Expand your diet of media beyond the mainstream to outlets not beholden to corporate sponsors. Listen to as many independent voices as possible, including ones that voice beliefs different to yours. With the information gained, engage in critical thinking to extract what makes sense from the noise.  Use our voices for the change we want to see. Arguing with friends and family who hold opposing viewpoints is pointless. Just as they haven’t changed our minds, we are unlikely to change theirs. We can speak calmly. We can ask questions. We can listen. Seek out good news. According to neuropsychologist Dr Rick Hanson, our brains are “evolutionarily hardwired with an internal negativity bias.” While bad news sticks to our brains like velcro, good news slides right off our brains like teflon. Check out this excellent source of good news which can help to lift us out of the doom and gloom and to appreciate the good happening in the world. We could all do with a good dopamine release in our brains, with the resulting uplift in our mood and motivation.  When we feel defeated, we are at our weakest. But it is there we can find strength. By changing how we interact with the world, we can change the impact we have on the world.  When a force causes harm, remember where our strength comes from. In times of crisis, people naturally come together to help those most affected. Regardless of race, social bracket or political affiliation, we unify in the shared focus of rebuilding.  Like other catastophes before, this too, shall pass. And until it does, feel secure in knowing that many others, like you, are working toward a common goal - a better world for all.  By Spooky N, a ghost writer and guest content contributor

In order to stay happy and healthy during days of uncertainty, it's important to make time for friends, music, good food and fun. That's why The Palm Beach Democratic Executive Committee invites you for an afternoon in the park. Elected officials, business leaders, neighbors and families will be there.  Pre-registration is requested, with a suggested ticket donation at $10 per person and $25 per family of 4.  Sponsorships start at $100.  Of course, we will provide complimentary tickets to those who request it. Throughout the next few seasons we will be gathering at beautiful spaces throughout Palm Beach County. With your help we can continue celebrating long into the future. Please join us as a committee member, sponsor, and/or guest. Sponsors are welcome to table and bring items to sell and information to share. Please forward this to friends. Thank you. Hope to see you soon!

Join an event. Many groups are organizing to publicly show there is strength in numbers. We encourage you to check local ordinances, remain lawful, stay safe, and enjoy the camaraderie. Please register here! 4/19 PGA and Campus Drive No Kings Rally10am-12pm 4/19 Gardens Library - Precinct Organizer Recruit 12:30-1:30 4/19 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd We Won't Go Back Rally 2-5pm 50501 Know Your Rights - ACLU Rallies Everywhere

CD 21 Town Hall on 4/15/25 in Palm Beach, Martin, and St Lucie Counties It was announced on 4/10 that Brian Mast will host a series of town Hall meetings on Tuesday 4/15/25 for people residing in CD 21. Click here to register. Palm Beach County Calvary Church Doors Open at 9:00am  10180 W Indiantown Rd, Jupiter, FL 33478   Martin County Palm City New Hope Doors Open at 12:30pm 3900 Citrus Blvd, Palm City, FL 34990   St. Lucie County Truth Church, Port St. Lucie Doors Open at 4:30pm 6666 US-1, Port St. Lucie, FL 34952 You are encouraged to r eview his voting history here . Brian Masts Facebook page also reveals his stance on many issues. If you were to ask him a question, what would it be?

Amor Fati It's the title of the season finale of America's guiltiest pleasure. It's also how many are coping in these chaotic times. It is Latin for "love of fate" - embracing all aspects of life - joy, pain, loss, gain. Some say it leads to increased resilience through adversity. It involves controlling what is in one's own power, rather than lamenting over what is not. We have the power to live, breathe, laugh, learn, speak out, respond, vote, write letters, rally, and appreciate the world around us. We may be powerless over who takes office, and what they do when they get there. There are so many ways to respond to life's challenges. This is just one.

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As Democrats, NCDC will join our community in shaping a better world. Showing up is the best way to prove our commitment to helping others. So please RSVP below. 8-10am We will clean the beach from Juno Pier to Carlin Park in the iconic Great American Cleanup, the effort to Keep America Beautiful. There will be refreshments, and prizes. 10am -12pm We will support the Indivisibles Hands Off Rally on PGA & Campus Drive 1-3pm Another Rally in West Palm Beach is hosted by the Democratic Women's Club

Mail ballots must be renewed every two years. Please check your status today, and explore the Supervisor of Elections website to ensure you are current. Please share with friends and family.

In the illustrious words of Nelson Mandela, " I never lose. I either win or learn." Today we learned: billionaires can't always buy elections the vote gap in ruby red Florida is narrowing by the day Cory Booker can outlast anyone on the floor brighter days are ahead There are reasons to stay engaged in our work. Think of the alternative. There was a calculated plan to disrupt our lives. For many years we either didn't believe it, or didn't know about it. In order to turn this around, we need to work more and worry less. What are you working on to improve your life? Please share here now and share your experience at our 4/10/25 club meeting. Thank you for everything you do. Brighter Days Are Ahead

Voter remorse is a thing. That's why Florida Democrats have a chance. Gay Valimont in CD1 and Josh Weil in CD 6 are counting on us to get them across the finish line. What can you do?