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The Davis Democratic Club is an official Democratic Party organization in Yolo County. Quite simply, we have everything in place to hit the ground running during critical election years. Welcome to 2026!
Latest News and Events
To be more timely, we will be posting here instead of sending out a monthly newsletter.
Nationwide Shutdown, January 2026
Based on reports from January 2026, a "nationwide shutdown" or "general strike" is planned for Friday, January 23, 2026, primarily focused on protesting the actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the broader policies of the Trump administration.
This action is particularly focused on Minnesota following the killing of a citizen, Renee Good, by an ICE agent on January 7, 2026, and is designed as a "Day of Truth & Freedom" to demand the withdrawal of federal agents.
Key Aspects of the January 23 Action:
General Strike & Economic Blackout: Organizers, including labor unions, faith leaders, and community organizations, are encouraging people to stay home from work, keep children out of school, and refrain from all shopping (including online) to halt economic activity.
Targeted Shutdowns: In the Twin Cities and across Minnesota, many businesses have announced they will close, and there are campaigns to disrupt commerce at major retailers.
Demands:
"ICE Out" of Minnesota: Immediate withdrawal of federal paramilitary forces and ICE agents from the state.
Accountability: Legal action against the federal agent responsible for the death of Renee Good.
No Additional Funding: Opposition to increased federal funding for ICE in the upcoming budget.
Widespread Union Support: Several unions have endorsed the action, including Service Employees Local 26, UNITE HERE Local 17, Communications Workers Local 7250, and various teachers' federations.
Solidarity Actions: While centered in Minnesota, solidarity actions and protests are planned in other cities across the country.
Get Ready for the 2026 California Primary
The last day to register to vote for the June 2, 2026, Primary Election is May 18, 2026.
All California active registered voters will receive a vote-by-mail ballot for the June 2, 2026, Primary Election.
Your county elections office will begin mailing ballots by May 4, 2026.
Ballot drop-off locations open on May 5, 2026.
Vote-by-mail ballots can be returned by mail, at a drop-off location, or your county elections office.
Vote centers open for early in-person voting in all Voter’s Choice Act counties beginning on May 23, 2026.
Vote-by-mail ballots must be postmarked on or before Election Day and received by June 9, 2026.
The Love Your Elders and Electeds event scheduled for February 15 has been cancelled.
Due to the upswing of influenza and COVID-19 infections we have decided to postpone the event until later in the year.
Stephen Souza steps back from club presidency
Stephen Souza steps back from club presidency
Because of circumstances beyond his control, Stephen Souza has to step back from the club and will not be running for a 10th term as president of the Davis Democratic Club. The club has benefited from his leadership for many years and his leadership is only equaled by Arun Sen, who successfully led the club for 12 years. We hope that circumstances improve and Stephen will be able to resume the duties in years to come.
The by-laws state that the DDC elects its officers every two year. The slate of officers is set, although any member may run for any office on the executive board of the Davis Democratic Club. So we are asking for a DDC member to step up to lead the club as President over the next two years. The by-laws state that we need to send a 30 day notice to the club. We currently hold the club election general meeting before the first Tuesday monthly board meeting. We have in the distant past held the election on the 3rd Thursday of the month and even served food at this general meeting event. We have had elections once as late as May, and several times in April due to circumstances, but we would like to hold the election on Tuesday, March 3rd. If you'd like to run, you need to make a decision for a February 1st announcement.
Also, we need a Recording Secretary, because Jan Agee has agreed to remain in that position only until November 2026, the midterm elections. The importance of this office is that minutes record most importantly attendance, committee reports, the state of the treasury by Treasurer, the state of membership by the membership chair, the planning of club newsletter/website communications, event planning and development by the board and the motions and votes of the board.
The offices and officers nominated for 2026 to 2028 are:
President - vacant
Vice President - Rick Gonzales
Membership - Gary Hopkins
Recording Secretary - Jan Agee
Publicity & Corresponding Secretary - Giles Giovanazzi
A note on the Office of President. Any person who takes over the reins of the club just has to familiarize themselves with the by-laws. On the executive board, we have the office of past president, who can help advise or recommend courses of action. Right now, we will still be able to rely on Stephen Souza and Bob Bockwinkel in this advisory role. And, you will also have the board to help you navigate into the future.
You can contact any board member. The easiest to contact are:
G Richard Yamagata at yamagata@dcn.org, 530-848-8634
Stephen Souza at sasouza55@gmail.com, 530-400-2222
Rick Gonzales at 530-758-2331
Davis Democratic Club celebrates 75 years of democracy with Good Food, Good Drinks & Good Company
About 55 people attended the DDC barbeque on Oct. 26 at the Souza residence. Richard Yamagata and Joseph Weisenberg manned the BBQ, cooking burgers, chicken and bockwurst. There were lots of side dishes, delicious cake and other desserts. The Davis College Democrats helped with setup and takedown. We raised $3,600.
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