SAVE THE DATE: March 28th is the next No Kings Mass Mobilization! More info here: indivisible.org

How we feel about ICE in Franconia...

Trump Could Interfere With the Midterm Elections. Here’s How to Help: 🗳️ Work the polls. 👀 Watch the polls. 🦹‍♂️ Don’t spread dubious information. 💳 You can also support organizations that are helping to protect election officials and safeguard the process.

Our forever President and First Lady 🩵

"You are somebody that I don't know But you're taking shots at me like it's Patrón And I'm just like "Damn, it's 7:00 a.m." Say it in the street, that's a knock-out But you say it in a tweet, that's a cop-out And I'm just like, "Hey, are you okay?" bluevirginia.us/2026/01/not-...

TONIGHT! Join our monthly Franconia Dems Meeting to hear from Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano who will discuss the federal government’s actions in Minneapolis and other American cities. RSVP: buff.ly/BjMblDY

Celebrate the Lunar New Year this Sat. Feb. 7th with an afternoon of cultural performances, activities, & family-friendly experiences. This FREE programming is open to all & reflects Lunar New Year traditions observed across multiple Asian cultures. More info: buff.ly/rH2boZl

Are you interested in helping lead @fairfaxdemocrats.bsky.social State and Local Affairs Standing Committee or finding other ways to volunteer with us? If so, check-out the link below!

🍲 Join our friends in Braddock this weekend for a fun Soupfest! They'll have soups and stews to keep you warm in this tundra. RSVP: buff.ly/EdTLiHT

Join Eyes on ICE: Document & Record this Thurs. Feb. 5th. They will cover the latest updates on ICE and CBP's out-of-control & dangerous operations. They will talk through rights when documenting & recording law enforcement encounters, & how you can continue to take action. RSVP below:

Bad Bunny used his history-making Grammy win last night to say ICE out. "We're not savages. We're not animals. We're not aliens. We are human, and we are Americans."

February is Black History Month. Let's make it clear so that you don't misunderstand: Black history is American history!

Congratulations to Debbie Linick, the new Chair of @fairfaxdemocrats.bsky.social! Debbie was previously chair of Franconia Dems and we are extremely proud of her and ready for her leadership! A huge thank you to Aaron Yohai for the incredible work he has done as chair the last few years.

Franconia Dems are out in the cold at the polls for Garrett McGuire for HD-17. Polls close at 7:00 PM! Get out and vote. Find your polling information at fairfaxvotes.org/hd17

It's Election Day in HD-17! Polls are open from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM at your regular polling place. Let's send Garrett McGuire to the House of Delegates to help our Democratic majority stand strong! If you need help finding your polling location visit fairfaxvotes.com/hd17

Today we celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. who fearlessly fought for civil rights. May his legacy teach us that America's greatness is in our potential to work towards progress and equality for all.

🗳️ Special Election Day is Tuesday January 20th for House District 17! Please come out and vote for Garrett McGuire who will make life more affordable and fully fund public education, so every family has the opportunity to succeed. Visit fairfaxvotes.org/hd17/ to make your plan to vote on Tuesday!

Franconia Dems were present for history today in Richmond to see our incredible slate of Democratic leaders be inaugurated. Congratulations Abigail Spanberger, Ghazala Hashmi, and Jay Jones! 🎊🍾🎉 Always good celebrating with our VA-11 Congressman @jameswalkinshaw.bsky.social!

❄️🔥It might be icy cold outside, but Franconia Dems are fired up for Garrett McGuire and here to greet you at the polls! You can still early vote until tomorrow Jan. 17th or vote in-person on Election Day Tuesday Jan. 20th! Learn more at fairfaxvotes.org

Franconia volunteers have been out in rain or shine getting the word out about our incredible HD-17 candidate Garrett McGuire! You can still early vote until Saturday January 17th or on Election Day on January 20th! Make your plan to vote at Fairfaxvotes.org!

Today marks the start of the 2026 General Assembly session — and it’s shaping up to be one of the most consequential yet. Check out the bold and practical Affordability Agenda unveiled by Democratic state legislators that will tackle Virginia’s rising cost of living head-on.

This weekend Franconia Dems joined a protest to stand against ICE hosted by Indivisible Franconia. We will not stand for the danger that ICE poses to our communities in Franconia.

This weekend Franconia Democrats got together to celebrate HD-17 Democratic Nominee Garrett McGuire, joined by many leaders our community! Early voting is already in full force so make your plan to vote early now through January 17th or on Election Day on January 20th by visiting fairfaxvotes.org!

Ready to celebrate our 75th Governor-Elect @abigailspanberger.com? Check out her Inauguration merch store!

New Year, same amazing Franconia Dems! Join us for our first meeting of the New Year on Thursday January 8th to plan, strategize, and do it with joy and empathy! Register here: buff.ly/ohYMNJd

They attacked the Capitol. They beat police officers. They tried to subvert democracy. All because they believed Trump’s lies about the 2020 election and heeded his call for violence.   January 6, 2021 can never be forgotten.

Early Voting opens this Sat. Jan. 10 for the House of Delegates District 17 Special General Election! If Mark Sickles was your delegate, you can vote for the Dem. Candidate Garrett McGuire at the Fairfax County Gov. Center or Franconia Gov. Center until Sat. Jan. 17. Info: fairfaxvotes.org/hd17/

Fairfax Dems are hosting Road to Richmond, a great chance to be "in on the plan" with the General Assembly. Don't miss out on this event on Sunday January 11th! Buy your ticket here: buff.ly/PkzbtPC

Please join for Pizza & Prosecco in support of HD-17 Candidate Garrett McGuire on Sun. Jan. 11, hosted by Debra Linick, Kee Jun, Jacob & Monica Harrer, & Delegate Irene Shin. Let’s come together to look ahead to the work of winning this special election. Get your ticket here:

Happy New Year from the Franconia Dems! We wish you a healthy and joyful 2026 filled with community and empathy.💙

It was great to help Democrats as they picked their candidate for HD-17 today! Everyone agreed that four high quality people stepped up on VERY short notice to run.

The Fairfax County delegation to the General Assembly will hold a hearing regarding the 2026 session on 1/10. Residents who want to sign up in advance to speak at the hearing must register and you can find more info here: buff.ly/z7DUXXt

Congratulations to HD-17 Democratic Nominee Garett McGuire who will advance to the January 20th General Election. A huge thank you to Russell Brooks, Carla Bustillos, & Joy McManus for their dedicated leadership in our community and stepping up to run.

Polls have closed in HD-17! Thanks to the incredible volunteers who powered through their holiday season to make this rapid turnaround possible. Congratulations to each of the campaigns who activated and engaged our community and thank you, Franconia and Mount Vernon voters!

HD-17 voting is underway! We have a great group of volunteers staffing sites. If you live in HD-17, come out & vote TODAY until 5 PM at any of the 3 locations: - Franconia Governmental Center - Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Alexandria - Hotel Belvoir Springfield More info: hd17votes.com

HD-17 Democratic Voters: Polls are now open today Sunday December 28th from 9AM-5PM! You can visit any of the three polling locations to vote. Find information about the candidates and all you need to prepare to vote by visiting hd17votes.com. See you at the polls today!

Polls open TODAY at 9AM in the HD-17 Special Firehouse Primary at 3 locations: ⭐ Franconia Governmental Center ⭐ Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Alexandria ⭐ Hotel Belvoir Springfield Visit HD17Votes.Com to see the candidate statements & videos & prepare to vote in-person today from 9AM-5PM.

The sample ballot for the HD-17 race is here. Take a look and prepare yourself to vote tomorrow (Dec. 28th) from 9AM-5PM at any of the three locations below: - Franconia Governmental Center - Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Alexandria - Hotel Belvoir Springfield More info at hd17votes.com

The Candidate Statements are ready in the HD-17 race. Visit www.hd17votes.com to learn about the 4 candidates in the race and find out how to vote online or in-person tomorrow December 28th. Reminder: Deadline to register to vote online is today at 5:00 PM!

The candidate list is finalized for this Sun. Dec. 28's HD-17 Special Firehouse Primary. The candidates are (as they appear in ballot order): Russell Brooks Garrett McGuire Carla Bustillos Joy McManus We’re working on collecting statements from candidates, which will be posted on HD17votes.com

A firehouse primary is happening this Sun. Dec. 28 to select the Democratic nominee for District 17 in the House of Delegates! Voters in HD-17 may vote online or in-person in three locations, but to vote online you must register by Sat. Dec. 27 at 5:00 PM. Find more info at hd17votes.com

You can vote in-person or online for the HD-17 Firehouse primary! You must sign-up to vote online by tomorrow Sat. Dec. 27 at 5 PM in order to receive your online ballot on Sun. Dec. 28. Register ASAP, so that if you encounter issues we can support. Register here: buff.ly/GmdZ3FA

Franconia's HD-17 Delegate has been appointed as Virginia’s next Secretary of Finance. A firehouse primary will be conducted to select the Democratic nominee this Sun. Dec. 28th. Use this link to find more info about voting online or in-person and the candidates: www.fairfaxdemocrats.org/hd17/

Congratulations to our HD-17 Delegate Mark Sickles on being named Secretary of Finance for Governor-Elect @abigailspanberger.com. A fantastic pick who will bring a wealth of experience and who will be laser-focused on affordability for Virginia families.

Join State Senator Scott Surovell tomorrow for the 14th Annual U.S. 1 Transit Update & General Assembly Preview Business Breakfast! Register below.

Do you want to learn how to be a more effective advocate? Join Northern Virginia Bird Alliance and Loundoun Wildlife Conservancy on December 16th for a virtual program, Effective Advocacy in Virginia, with Franconia's own Delegate @kathykltran.bsky.social. .

A Fairfax post office could be renamed in honor of the late Rep. Connolly under bills introduced in Congress. The legislation, championed by Rep. Walkinshaw & Sens. Warner & Kaine, would designate 10660 Page Avenue as the Congressman Gerald E. ‘Gerry’ Connolly Post Office Building.

Congratulations to Marta Calderon, the new Franconia Dems Chair! We know that you will provide all volunteers and our community with support, leadership, and innovation. A magnificent leader who we are proud to continue working with!

Thank you, Debra Linick, the incredible Chair of Franconia Dems for the last two years. Your dedication, organization, and joyful approach built Franconia into a powerhouse. We are all proud to work with you and are excited for your next steps!

Join Team Rachna Sizemore Heizer & our Democratic State Delegates just 3 days before Election Day this Saturday Dec. 6th! The stakes couldn’t be higher, and we need all hands on deck to make sure every voter in the Braddock District knows what’s at stake in this special election.