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We recruit and support Democratic candidates for local office, connect neighbors with resources to vote, and keep our community engaged between elections. By raising funds, training volunteers, and organizing events, we make sure Democrats win – up and down the ballot. Together, we can build a more just and inclusive Dubuque County.

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Hall of Fame Celebration 2026

Our biggest and most energizing nights in years!

On May 9, neighbors from across Dubuque County came together to celebrate local leaders, hear from inspiring voices, and invest in the future of our community — and thanks to supporters like you, the evening was a tremendous success!

We sold out the event, raised more money from grassroots supporter than we have in years, and filled the room with optimism, energy, and determination for what comes next.

Guests heard from incredible honorees and Democratic leaders, including special remarks from former Senator Tom Harkin.

Most of all, the night was a reminder that this movement is powered by people — people who care deeply about Dubuque County and believe in building a stronger future together.

Dubuque County Convention 2026

Saturday, March 21, 2026 | Keystone Area Education Agency

The Dubuque County Democratic Convention is where local Democrats come together to elect party leaders, adopt platform priorities, and choose delegates to represent our county at the district and state conventions.

If you participated in your precinct caucus or simply want to be part of the process – this is your next step.

All Democrats are welcome to attend. Whether you’re a first-time participant or a longtime volunteer, the convention is your opportunity to help shape the future of our party here at home.

Upcoming Elections

Elections are right around the corner – with the primary on June 2 and the midterm election on November 3, every vote has the power to shape our schools, wages, and future. Local Democrats are working hard to make sure every voice is heard and every ballot is counted – because when Dubuque shows up, we create a blue wave from Dubuque to D.C.

Primary Election

Early Voting Begins: May 13
Election Day: June 2

Midterm Election

Early Voting Begins: October 14
Election Day: November 3

Polls are open 7 AM – 8 PM on Election Day.

Official information, hours, and updates are available through the Dubuque County Elections Office.

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				1	2 Iowa 2nd District Democratic Convention Iowa 2nd District Democratic Convention Starts: 10:00 AM Ends: May 2, 2026 - 4:00 PM Location: Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 125 Union Hall, 5001 J Street SW, Cedar Rapids, IA Description: The Iowa 2nd District Democratic Convention will be held on May 2, 2026 at Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 125 Union Hall, 5001J Street SW, Cedar Rapids, IA. Regular Registration is from 9 to 10am with a call to order at 10am. Late arriving registration is at 10am. District Convention Delegates and Alternates are also Delegates and Alternates to the State Convention, which will be held at a location in the Des Moines area on June 13, 2026. More details... •	3 Lindsay James for Congress Sowing the Seeds Tour Lindsay James for Congress Sowing the Seeds Tour Starts: 3:00 PM Ends: May 3, 2026 - 5:00 PM Location: Lacy Mansion, 1640 Main Street, Dubuque, IA Description: Come meet the Lindsay James and hear how she's planting the seeds to flip this seat on her Sowing the Seeds Tour! Iowans know the importance of planting seeds today for a better harvest tomorrow. That’s what the Sowing the Seeds Tour is all about — bringing neighbors together, listening to our communities, and growing the grassroots movement that will move Iowa forward. RSVP https://secure.ngpvan.com/6a3r9rL4jUKjJPa-uSN3EA2?fbclid=IwY2xjawREgrZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFmZjQ4eHNJdldPM0dLOUZrc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHvAD02p90DrJttCqI4IKtIZQyyC1zmwToQel9-OqI79itkxgqyrPu3RKv5kr_aem_D51ALMJhxoicch4VUemT6g More details... •
4	5	6	7	8	9 DCD Hall of Fame DCD Hall of Fame Starts: 6:00 PM Ends: May 9, 2026 - 9:00 PM Location: Diamond Jo Casino, 301 Bell Street, Dubuque Description: Doors open at 6:00 PM, with time to connect, grab a drink, and enjoy theatmosphere before the program begins at 7:00 PM. Tom Harkin Award for Freedom, Justice and Equality: Linda & Nicholas Lucy, Bill & Kyle Stumpf Volunteer of the Year: Katherine Tully Ann Michalski Distinguished Service Award: Lindsay James 2026 Hall of Fame Inductees: Dianne Seelman Gibson, Danny Sprank Keynote Speaker: Former U.S. Senator Tom Harkin (by video). Doors open at 6:00 PM, with time to connect, grab a drink, and enjoy theatmosphere before the program begins at 7:00 PM. You will also be able to hear from these additional speakers: Josh Turek, Candidate for US Senate Zach Wahls, Candidate for US Senate John Norwood, Candidate for State Treasurer Ryan Peterman, Candidate for Secretary of State Chris Jones, Candidate for Secretary of Agriculture Kathy Dolter, Candidate for U.S. Congressional District 2 Lindsay James, Candidate for U.S. Congressional District 2 Clint Twedt-Ball, Candidate for U.S. Congressional District 2 State Senator Tom Townsend Carolyn Wiezorek, Candidate for Iowa House District 65 Sam Wooden, Candidate for Iowa House District 71 Eli Licht, Candidate for Iowa House District 72 Matt Robinson, Candidate for Iowa District 72 Steve Drahozal, Candidate for County Attorney Rick Dickinson, Candidate for County Supervisor Kristin Dietzel, Candidate for County Supervisor The event is now sold, but you can still donate and find information at: https://dbqdems.org/events/22nd-annual-hall-of-fame-celebration or through Act Blue at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/dbqdemshof26 or mail a check to Dubuque County Democrats P.O. Box 686, Dubuque, IA 52004-0686. More details... •	10
11	12 Pre-Central Committee Meal Pre-Central Committee Meal Starts: 6:00 PM Ends: May 12, 2026 - 7:00 PM Location: United Automobile Workers Local 94, 3450 Central Ave, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA Description: 6:00pm Pre-meeting meal 7:00pm Central Committee Meeting More details... DBQ Central Committee Meeting DBQ Central Committee Meeting Starts: 7:00 PM Ends: May 12, 2026 - 8:00 PM Location: UAW Local 94, 3450 Central Avenue, Dubuque, IA 52001 Description: Dubuque County Democratic Party meets the second Tuesday of each month. Additional events at DBQDemocrats.org. If you're a candidate wishing to speak to the central committee, please contact dbqdemchair@gmail.com or info@dbqdems.org to be added to the agenda. More details... • •	13	14 LWV Dubuque County Candidate Forum LWV Dubuque County Candidate Forum Starts: 6:00 PM Ends: May 14, 2026 - 7:30 PM Location: City Council chamber, Historic Federal Building Description: Dubuque County voters have a chance to hear from candidates running for two seats on the Dubuque County Board of Supervisors. All five candidates, Wayne Kenniker, Daryl Klein, Jason Davis, Kristin Dietzel, and Rick Dickinson, have been invited. Questions may be written and submitted that evening, mailed to League of Women Voters at P.O. Box 123, Dubuque, IA 52004, or sent to lwvdbq@gmail.com : The forum may also be viewed at facebook.com/cityofdubuque, as well as CityChannel Dubuque (Mediacom cable channel 8 or digital 117.2 ImOn Channel 5) and cityofdubuque.org/livestream. Following the event, the forum will be available for replay on the city's Facebook page, youtube.com/CityofDubuqueGovernment and at cityofdubuque.org/media. More details... •	15 Rick Dickinson for Dubuque County Supervisor Rick Dickinson for Dubuque County Supervisor Starts: 5:00 PM Ends: May 15, 2026 - 7:00 PM Location: Voices Studio, 1585 Central Avenue, Dubuque Description: Let’s celebrate community and moving forward together. Come join us! Can’t come, but want to contribute? Go to https://rick4dbqsupervisor.com/ and hit the DONATE button at the bottom of the home page. More details... •	16 Eli Licht for Iowa Volunteer Days of Action Eli Licht for Iowa Volunteer Days of Action Starts: 10:00 AM Ends: May 16, 2026 - 1:00 PM Location: 17586 Eli Drive, Dubuque Description: No experience is needed at all, as training will be provided, lunch will be provided, and good times will definitely be had! There are plenty of ways to help, including: door knocking, literature dropping, phone banking. and postcard mailings. RSVP: https://forms.gle/Qsef5zwqJGDXpF2y6 More details... •	17
18	19 Historic Preservation Awards given by the City and County Dubuque Historic Preservation Commissions Historic Preservation Awards given by the City and County Dubuque Historic Preservation Commissions Starts: 5:30 PM Ends: May 19, 2026 - 7:30 PM Location: Carnegie-Stout Public Library, 360 W. 11th St., Dubuque Description: This event is free and open to the public. The tour of the rotunda is optional prior to the presentations in the 3rd floor auditorium. More details... DCD Data & Analytics Committee Meeting DCD Data & Analytics Committee Meeting Starts: 6:00 PM Ends: May 19, 2026 - 7:30 PM Location: Virtual Description: Are you passionate about uncovering the truth, shifting perspectives with compelling data, or helping others speak up through powerful letters to the editor? We need your voice. We need your insight. We need you.Whether you love research, storytelling, organizing, or just want to support our community’s fight for a better future—there’s a place for you here. Let’s rise to the occasion, just as those before us did when their moment came. The time is now. Our families, our neighbors, and our future are worth organizing for. Join us. Let’s build a stronger coalition—together. Sign up below and join us if you are able. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSds2oDdgKWsroax_mLgWNCjl9T8YBOl8rWJe6dhq6p4b_NtEg/viewform?pli=1 More details... • •	20	21 IDP Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee IDP Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee Starts: 6:30 PM Ends: May 21, 2026 - 8:00 PM Description: The speaker will be Nate Willems, Candidate for State Attorney General. Here is the link for the monthly DEI meeting. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81394561988?pwd=CPb6L1efJbNbaEiqZee0da4yOjqO73.1 Meeting ID: 81394561988 Passcode: 1920 The April 16 DEI meeting was attended by Taylor Wettach, Candidate for State Auditor. You can watch that recording here: Shareable link: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/iOyFDpCXPAXdNWqHwU45d8Cx6UkMMxN-WBEwpVvf0sDZpB8BbQ7i1GBQqeqOsQ8.y2GQuiv7hUs-Iqm1 Passcode: Y2*yh%C3 More details... •	22	23 Matt Robinson for Iowa Canvassing Weekend of Action Matt Robinson for Iowa Canvassing Weekend of Action Starts: 10:00 AM Ends: May 23, 2026 - 1:00 PM Location: Carpenters Local 678, 1638 Central Avenue, Dubuque Description: Looking for canvassers and drivers to get the word out about Matt's campaign for Iowa House District 72. All levels of experience are welcome. There will be a brief training before we head out. Let Shari Flatt know by text or phone call if you are coming at 563-590-6206. More details... •	24
25	26	27	28	29	30	31 Eli Licht for Iowa Volunteer Days of Action Eli Licht for Iowa Volunteer Days of Action Starts: 10:00 AM Ends: May 31, 2026 - 1:00 PM Location: 7586 Eli Drive, Dubuque Description: No experience is needed at all, as training will be provided, lunch will be provided, and good times will definitely be had! There are plenty of ways to help, including: door knocking, literature dropping, phone banking. and postcard mailings. RSVP: https://forms.gle/Qsef5zwqJGDXpF2y6 More details... •