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# Dripping Area Democrats-DAD

Promoting Democracy

## Sitemaps

- [XML Sitemap](https://dadtx.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website.

## Posts

- [Reflections on protesting in Drippings Springs every Saturday morning](https://dadtx.org/reflections-on-protesting-in-drippings-springs-ever-saturday-morning/) - For fourteen months, the Downtown Dripping Democracy Defenders have been holding protests signs every Saturday morning for two hours, weather permitting, at the stop-light intersection of US Highway 290 and State Highway 12 in downtown Dripping Springs. The number of protesters vary from 15 on many Saturdays to many hundreds on No Kings Days. Drivers
- [Using resist.bot to Speak Out](https://dadtx.org/using-resist-bot-to-speak-out/) - Since February, I have reached out to our elected officials on most days. You may ask, does reaching out make a difference? Individually, a single voice will not be heard and does not matter. If our voices join together, we create a loud chorus that is harder to ignore. And the recent special elections show
- [How We the People Will Prevail](https://dadtx.org/how-we-the-people-will-prevail/) - from the pen of Jan Wesson. Fear is what this current administration wants us to be feeling. While there are over 330 million people in the United States, there are only a few thugs by comparison. Years ago I read a book, Power vs Force. It measured the likelihood of success based on your emotions.

## Pages

- [Dripping Area Democrats](https://dadtx.org/) - The Dripping Area Democrats (DAD) is a Democratic Political Action Committee (PAC) located in Dripping Springs, Texas. Our mission is to promote the well-being of everyone and to protect our constitutional democracy. The Dripping Area Democrats (DAD) are located in Dripping Springs, Texas. Our mission is to promote the well-being of everyone and to protect our constitutional democracy. We Take Action and make our voices heard through protests, by reaching out to our elected officials, by participating in community events and by reaching out to our neighbors.
- [About](https://dadtx.org/about/) - The Dripping Area Democrats (DAD) is a Political Action Committee located in Dripping Springs, Texas, and is registered with the Texas Ethics Commission. Our Mission DAD Members believe in the ideals and values of the Democratic Party. We believe that democracy works best when people are allowed to participate, regardless of race, sex, gender identification,
- [Additional ways to become a member](https://dadtx.org/additional-ways-to-become-a-member/) - If you would prefer to make a Membership donation using an approach other than ActBlue, you may donate via check, credit card or cash. An annual Membership donation is $25. To meet Texas Ethics Commission donation reporting requirements, which DAD has to file twice a year because DAD is a Texas Political Action Committee, we
- [Join](https://dadtx.org/join/) - Join arms with Dripping Area Democrats (DAD) as we work to protect our constitutional democracy. All are welcome to stand alongside us; you don’t have to be a DAD member. Attend our Events. Add your voice to ours. And you may also become a voting member and help to define our activities. Become a voting
- [Endorsements](https://dadtx.org/endorsements/) - Endorsements The endorsement of a candidate by DAD for the March 2026 Primary Election required 60% of voting members to approve the endorsement of that candidate.
- [Resources](https://dadtx.org/resources/) - Helpful External Blogs Chop Wood, Carry Water This weekday newsletter gives you easy, effective political actions to take to stave off despair, effect positive change and elect more true public servants. By Jess Craven Letters from an American I'm a history professor interested in the contrast between image and reality in American politics. I believe
- [Recent Posts](https://dadtx.org/recent-blogs/)
- [Past Events 2025](https://dadtx.org/fun-photos-and-videos/) - April 2025 - Founders Day DAD had a booth on Mercer Street and registered 36 new voters. Thank you, Lucinda, for all you did to make this happen! June 2025 - No Kings Day DAD members energetically participated in the demonstration organized by the non-partisan Downtown Dripping Democracy Defenders (DDDD). 200 concerned voters showed up
- [Contact](https://dadtx.org/contact/) - We would like to hear from you. Please share a question or comment, and let us know if you would like to be added to the DAD email list. To become a DAD member, please select the "Join DAD" button below. Join DAD
- [Take Action!](https://dadtx.org/make-your-voice-heard/) - You are not alone. Be part of the chorus of voices demanding action. We will not be cowed! Every Saturday morning at 9 AM, DAD members join the Downtown Dripping Democracy Defenders (DDDD) at the intersection of Hwy.290 and R.R.12. Please join us! We are invigorated by the positive responses by many drivers, and we
- [Events](https://dadtx.org/events/) - All are welcome to attend our events. You don't need to be a DAD member. Come and check out DAD! [tribe_events]

## Events

- [Last Day to Apply for Ballot by Mail](https://dadtx.org/event/last-day-to-apply-for-ballot-by-mail/) - Learn more at https://www.hayscountytx.gov/253/Ballot-by-Mail-Absentee-Military-and-Ove
- [Last Day to Register to Vote](https://dadtx.org/event/last-day-to-register-to-vote/) - Go to https://www.hayscountytx.gov/265/Voter-Registration
- [Election Day](https://dadtx.org/event/election-day/) - Vote for all Democratic candidates, from the top of the ballot to the bottom!
- [Early Voting Begins](https://dadtx.org/event/early-voting-begins/) - Vote for all Democratic candidates, from the top of the ballot to the bottom!
- [Early Voting Ends](https://dadtx.org/event/early-voting-ends/) - Vote for all Democratic candidates, from the top of the ballot to the bottom!
- [Downtown Dripping Democracy Defenders (DDDD) protest](https://dadtx.org/event/downtown-dripping-democracy-defenders/) - DAD members participate weekly in the 9-11 a.m. Saturday DDDD demonstrations at the corner of highways 290 and 12. DDDD is an informal, non-partisan gathering that brings together Independents, Republicans, and Democrats who respect our constitutional democracy and who support the checks and balances provided by the three branches of the Federal Government. Signs and
- [DAD Monthly Meeting](https://dadtx.org/event/dad-monthly-meeting/) - All are welcome to attend. You do not need to be a member of DAD. Bring your neighbors and friends. Meet candidates and like-minded Democrats. Hear interesting guest speakers, learn about DAD activities, and join in the discussion about future DAD plans. The in-person meeting starts at 5:30, a time to visit and to have
- [LBJ Birthday Bash](https://dadtx.org/event/lbj-birthday-bash/) - Join 500 energic, like-minded Hays Democrats as we work together to turn Texas BLUE in November. Conveniently happening at Drippings Springs' very own Ranch Park! There is Early Bird pricing on tickets through July 31. Get your tickets now before they sell out! Quoting Sgt. Pepper, "A splendid time is guaranteed for all."
- [DAD has a Booth at the Founders Day Weekend](https://dadtx.org/event/please-help-in-dads-booth-on-founders-day-weekend/) - Dripping Springs Founders Day weekend is April 24-26, Friday through Sunday, DAD has a both on Saturday and Sunday!
- [Primary Run-off Election Day](https://dadtx.org/event/primary-run-off-election-day/) - When: Tuesday, May 26 from 7 am to 7 pm Where: at Patriots Hall, Ranch Park and Precinct 4 Office on Rob Shelton Endorsed by the Dripping Area Democrats: Hays County Court at Law 2 - Thomas Just Hays County Clerk - Cynthia Millonzi Hays County Judge - Ruben Becerra Texas Attorney General - Joe
- [Early Voting - Primary Run off](https://dadtx.org/event/early-voting-primary-run-off/) - When: Monday May 18 to Friday May 22, 7 am to 7 pm Where: at Patriots Hall and Precinct 4 Office on Rob Shelton Endorsed by the Dripping Area Democrats: Hays County Court at Law 2 - Thomas Just Hays County Clerk - Cynthia Millonzi Hays County Judge - Ruben Becerra Texas Attorney General - Joe
- [There will not be a Saturday morning protest at 290 and 12 on April 25th](https://dadtx.org/event/there-is-no-saturday-morning-protests-at-290-and-12-on-april-25th/) - The Dripping Springs Founders Day Celebration will make it difficult for protesters to find a place to park. Enjoy Founder's Day and stop by the DAD booth!
- [May Day 2026](https://dadtx.org/event/may-day-2026/) - On the heels of the March 30th No Kings protest, the next major national action is the Friday, May 1st, "International Workers Day" which is calling for “No Work, No School, No Shopping.” The goal is to shut down the engines of profit that sustain the current administration’s agenda and to demand a government that
- [Hays County Democratic Primary Candidates Forum](https://dadtx.org/event/hays-county-democratic-primary-candidates-forum/) - You won't want to miss this opportunity to listen, see and engage with over 35 Democratic county-wide primary candidates for county, state and federal offices. Tough questions will be asked of the candidates. You will learn valuable information about these candidates. That information will help you decide how to vote! Also, you will see videos
- [There will be no Downtown Dripping Democracy Defenders (DDDD) protest on January 24th](https://dadtx.org/event/there-will-be-no-downtown-dripping-democracy-defenders-dddd-protest-on-january-24th/) - In anticipation of possible unsafe (icy) driving conditions, DDDD will not hold a protest on this Saturday, January 24th. Please join DDDD next Saturday, January 31st, from 9 to 11, at the corner s of 290 and 12 in Dripping Springs.
- [Talarico and Crockett hour-long debate](https://dadtx.org/event/talarico-and-crockett-hour-long-debate/) - You may watch the debate online on the KXAN+ streaming app, which is available on Roku, Apple TV and Amazon Fire. The debate will also be carried live on the KXAN website and mobile app.
- [Education on November election - what is real story about the 14 constitutional amendments?](https://dadtx.org/event/education-on-november-election-what-is-real-story-about-the-14-constitutional-amendments/) - DAD members and friends will provide insightful commentary on the 14 amendments. The amendment ballot language may seem clear, but are there nuisances that voters should understand? Join our zoom call on Tuesday, October 14th at 7 PM central. https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87923118725?pwd=iWAe4AaSXxMHzxHLIRbj18jaWdV7JZ.1
- [No Kings Day Protest](https://dadtx.org/event/no-kings-day-protest/) - This is a major, nation-wide protest. DAD members are encouraged to participate in the local No Kings protest organized by the the Downtown Dripping Democracy Defenders. The event happens on Saturday, October 18 from 9 to 11 AM, at the corner of 290 and 12. This protest happens on the same weekend as the Dripping

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