The Washington County Democratic Party (WCDP) condemns in the strongest possible terms the Supreme Court’s decision to allow Tennessee’s cruel ban on gender-affirming medical care for trans youth to stand. This decision will cause real harm. It will result in suffering. And it will cost lives. WCDP believes that every young person deserves safety, dignity, ... Read more
Today, we celebrate #Juneteenth, a day of liberation, resilience, and the ongoing fight for justice. As we honor the end of slavery in the United States, we recommit ourselves to building a future rooted in equity, dignity, and freedom for all. While Republicans in Tennessee pass laws that silence history, suppress the vote, and harm ... Read more
WCDP proudly celebrates 🏳️🌈 Pride Month 🏳️⚧️ by standing in solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community. Now, more than ever, visibility, acceptance, and equality matter. We affirm that love is love, and everyone deserves to live with dignity, safety, and pride—no exceptions. Together, we continue to fight for a future where all people are free to ... Read more
WCDP Adopts Resolution In Opposition To Under-regulation of Cryptocurrency Mining Facilities in Johnson City
ResolutionsStatementsMay 12, 2025
The Executive Committee of the Washington County Democratic Party (WCDP) adopted the following Resolution on Monday, May 12, in opposition to the under-regulation of cryptocurrency mining facilities in Johnson City, TN. In so doing, WCDP is supporting the efforts of neighbors in South Johnson City who are concerned with the establishment of a Bitcoin mining ... Read more
Tennessee Democratic Party Brings Historic State Executive Committee Meeting to Johnson City
AnnouncementPoliticsMay 1, 2025
The Tennessee Democratic Party (TNDP) and the Washington County Democratic Party (WCDP) proudly announce that the TNDP State Executive Committee (EC) will hold its next meeting in Johnson City, marking the first time this key statewide gathering has been held outside Nashville. The meeting will occur at the DoubleTree Hotel in Johnson City on Saturday, ... Read more
As part of a coalition of 15+ organizations in northeast Tennessee, WCDP encourages Democrats to participate in one of the local Hands Off! protests on Saturday, April 5. Rallies are organized in: Abingdon, VA (11:30 am – at Cummins & Main) RSVP here Kingsport, TN (12 pm – at Broad & Center) RSVP here Greeneville, TN ... Read more
Local Democratic Convention Energizes Base and Elevates Community Voices The Washington County Democratic Party (WCDP) held its Biennial Reorganization Convention on Saturday, March 22, drawing over 100 energized community members in a powerful show of unity, momentum, and commitment to democratic values. The convention marked a significant milestone for the local Party, with more candidates ... Read more
International Women’s Day remains a vital occasion in the United States because the fight for women’s rights is far from over. While we celebrate the achievements of women in politics, business, science, and activism, we must also recognize the relentless attacks on their fundamental rights. The rollback of reproductive freedoms, the widening gender pay gap, ... Read more
Washington County Democratic Party Members Invited to 2025 Reorganization Event at Carver Park The Washington County Democratic Party (WCDP) will hold its 2025 biennial reorganization, as mandated by Tennessee electoral law, in a Convention on Saturday, March 22, starting at 10 am at Carver Park Recreation Center. “Reorganization is a critical moment of local political ... Read more
Statement on the DC Mid-Air Collision
StatementsJanuary 31, 2025
Tragedy has struck in Washington, DC with the horrific mid-air collision of a commercial passenger airliner, American Eagle Flight 5342, and an Army Black Hawk helicopter, on Wednesday. Americans mourn the loss of life as it strikes deeply at our common humanity. The investigation into the collision by the National Transportation Safety Board will hopefully ... Read more