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IN CASE YOU MISSED THIS ON CNN (I discovered that I did as I began researching this tragedy)–Here is Anderson Cooper’s interview with Stella Carlson, the “pink coat lady”, who captured the shooting of Alex Pretti by DHS agents on her phone. As a caution, the beginning of this interview does contain verbal descriptions which may cause unease.
NEVER FORGET
Contributed by Patty Reid
Renee and Alex
Never forget
Lives cut short
Grieving hearts
Lies abound
Truth surrounds
Never forget
Renee and Alex
TURNING GRIEF INTO ACTION
What can you do? How to resist? Click on the link below to learn how, with help from Substack’s Leona Waller. I know the tendency is to avoid links, for some reason, but our newsletter space is limited, so please, please check out her post below:
"If Every American Did 3 of These" - Open this link for list of corporations to boycott and explanations for "why?"
leonawaller.substack.com/p/if-every-american-did-3-of-these
Looking Out for Each Other
Contributed by Kirk Pate
Minnesotans across races and origins, faiths and genders, are demonstrating that the brave among us stand with and for each other. But this cowardly Trump/MAGA regime has escalated its attacks, assaulting families in the streets, invading homes, kidnapping children, and now killing Alex Pretti and Renee Good as they were looking out for their neighbors. Their end game is clear: they want to control and silence us, even demanding voting rolls, yes, Texas's voting rolls, so they can remain in power by "nationalizing elections", no matter the will of the people. Through it all, ordinary Minnesotans are showing how we free America by organizing mutual aid for families forced into hiding, standing guard on streets, and turning out in the thousands until all masked militia are removed from our communities and we make ours a government of, by, and for the people.
FCDP UPCOMING EVENTS
Americans for Democracy Rally - Every Saturday in February (2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28) from 9 - 10am on the Town Square in La Grange, Texas. Check our FCDP website for any change or cancellation due to weather. fayettetxdemocrats.org Meet on the SW corner of the Town Square. Park on the square or surrounding streets. Bring friends, signs, water and be respectful.
DEMOCRATIC PARTY NEIGHBORS LUNCHEON - Thursday, February 19th, 11:30 - 1pm at La Marina Mexican Restaurant, 1502 St Hwy 71, La Grange. Whether you are new to the area or a longtime resident, this is a wonderful chance to get to know your community better. Why not bring a friend or neighbor along with you, too.
NO KINGS MARCH- Enough is enough! We must save our Democracy by peacefully calling out authoritarian overreach and resisting dictatorship! Join us along with others nationwide for the NO Thrones, No Crowns, NO KINGS PROTEST - March 28th, 9 -10 am at the La Grange Town Square.
GET READY TO VOTE!
Texas Primary Elections Are Just Around the Corner on March 3rd
Early Voting Starts on February 17 thru 27
EARLY VOTING - Where & When: Voting Room, 275 S. Ellinger Road, La Grange, TX
- Tuesday, Feb 17th through Friday, Feb 20th from 8 am to 5 pm
- Saturday, Feb 21th from 7 am to 7 pm
- Sunday, February 22nd from 10 am to 4 pm
- Monday, Feb 23rd through Friday, Feb 27th from 7 am to 7 pm
PRIMARY ELECTION DAY – MARCH 3rd – 7 am to 7pm
The Fayette County Elections Office website (link below) includes Sample Ballots to help you research candidates. Then visit the candidate's websites in your preferred browser to learn more. Fayette Co, Tx Elections Office
Did you know there is a Democrat running in every State race in Texas? Read the good news here: Texas Democrats Fill Every Seat On the 2026 Ballot!
DEMOCRATS! LET'S KEEP WORKING AND VOTING TO TURN TEXAS BLUE!
DURING THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY, WE CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Black History Month marks a time to celebrate the accomplishments of the Black community and also to remind us that the fight for fairness and opportunity is not over. It is a time to honor the past, but also to remember the challenges still remaining today, even here in Fayette County. We refuse to forget these past and current struggles, even as the Trump administration works to erase them.
Please, take a moment to remember…pbs.org/articles/topic/black-history-month
FCDP IN OUR COMMUNITY
"RELAY FOR LIFE"
HELPS FIGHT CANCER
Contributed by Becky Snyder
I have said “representation matters” to the school board many times as it relates to characters, authors, and stories. It matters in our community, too. We do great work promoting the Democratic Party in Fayette County, not just at party events but at Trick or Treat on the Square and Smeckenfest. Our neighbors who are apolitical or GOP need to see that we are vested members of our community and want to work for the good of everyone. Two years ago, Annette stepped up to head a Relay for Life team for the party. I was team captain last year. This event raises funds and promotes awareness about cancer causes and treatment. It was nice to have so many members of our party support with donations or as team members. I think all involved that evening would agree that it is a worthwhile event. Plus, we were there representing our party. The more others see us as their neighbors who share many of the same hopes and fears, the easier it is to find common ground in this crazy world.
While I can’t be the captain this year, I will be available to give support to someone taking on the role. This year’s event will be on April 18th. If you are interested, I can send you more details as well. (beckysnyder.tx@gmail.com)
Cancer has touched each of our lives. Gathering with others who have been on similar journeys has helped me so much over the years. I hope you will consider taking on this role and allowing our FCDP group to continue to represent at this important event.