June is lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender (LGBTQ) Pride month to honor the 1969 Stonewall riots and works to achieve equal justice and equal opportunity for LGBTQ community. In June of 1969, patrons and supporters of the Stonewall Inn in New York City staged an uprising to resist the police harassment and persecution to which LGBT Americans were commonly subjected. This uprising marks the beginning of a movement to outlaw discriminatory laws and practices against LGBT Americans. 2019 marks the 50th anniversary of the June 1969 Stonewall Riots.

To show our support, the Wiesbaden-Mainz Chapter plans to walk in the CSD Parade in Frankfurt. To gear up for walking in the parade we would like to organize a poster making get-together.

Further details will follow. Please RSVP to the event if you’re interested in attending.

Another popular regular monthly meeting with Jean-Pierre LaRochelle at the helm.  Political updates, discussion and food and drink if you'd like.

Join us for the July gathering of the Democrats Abroad book club! We'll discuss The Edible Woman, a novel by Margaret Atwood, author of The Handmaid's Tale and Alias Grace.

The goal is to provide a shared reading experience and relaxed discussion space for Democrats Abroad members.

The Edible Woman by Margaret Atwood

"Marian is determined to be ordinary. She lays her head gently on the shoulder of her serious fiancee and quietly awaits marriage. But she didn't count on an inner rebellion that would rock her stable routine, and her digestion. Marriage a la mode, Marian discovers, is something she literally can't stomach ... The Edible Woman is a funny, engaging novel about emotional cannibalism, men and women, and desire to be consumed." 354 pages.

Please share this event with your American friends and acquaintances in Berlin! As always, we welcome new faces, even if you've never attended a meeting or an event before.

RSVP

It's not required, but RSVP here so we have a rough idea of how many people to expect.

Other upcoming Democrats Abroad events:

Fri. June 14th, 2019
Summer Picnic w/ Chair of Democrats Abroad Germany
https://www.democratsabroad.org/144934/summer_picnic_w_chair_of_democrats_abroad_germany

Sun. June 16th, 2019
Traveplatz Playdate in Friedrichshain
https://www.democratsabroad.org/polexa/traveplatz_playdate_in_friedrichshain

Wed. June 19th, 2019
BRLO - June Political Pub Night
https://www.democratsabroad.org/144934/june_political_pub_night_at_brlo

Thu. June 27th, 2019
Book Club - Becoming by Michelle Obama
https://www.democratsabroad.org/polexa/book_club_becoming_by_michelle_obama

You are invited to Democrats Abroad (DA) Philippines (DAPh) Candidate Education Potluck social event on Saturday July 27, 2019 from 6-9pm at 24D Real Street, Urdaneta Village, Makati City. Thanks DAPh Members Julia and Frank Holz for hosting! 

Please RSVP by email to da-ph@democratsabroad.org or call 0917.892.2989, and indicate what dish you will be bringing. Kindly bring food and/or drink for a minimum of at least 10 people.

For those who wish to participate in the Candidate Education section of the potluck, please come prepared to give a three-minute presentation on the salient issues, platform and/or reasons to vote for the candidate you choose to present on toward others learning more about the different candidates. And also indicate in your RSVP, along with the dish you will be bringing, the name of the candidate you will be 'mock primarying.'

IMPORTANT: Please note and remember "It has long been the policy of Democrats Abroad that we do not endorse or offer preferential treatment to any Democratic candidate when they are running against other Democrats--that includes all Democratic primary races, including presidential primaries. We are proud to support the democratic process, and the full breadth of candidates in the running for the 2020 Democratic Party presidential nomination. As such, we reaffirm our commitment to supporting a fair and free impartial election, including before, during and after the Democrats Abroad Global Presidential Primary." Full statement, here.

And here's an article from National Public Radio on "Keeping It Civil: How To Talk Politics Without Letting Things Turn Ugly."

This is one of DA-Stuttgart's favorite events, and we'd love for you to join us! We're marching to celebrate our LGBTQ+ family and to continue demanding equal rights and protections for the LGBTQ+ community in the U.S. and worldwide.

Some important details:

• The line-up begins at Erwin-Schöttle Platz, and the parade ends at Schlossplatz. You can view the parade route here: https://www.csd-stuttgart.de/index.php/demonstrieren/demo-strecke
• We will meet at 3:00 p.m. for the line-up. The parade's official start time is 3:30. Once we have our line-up number, this event page will be updated with that information.
• We have a wagon to carry our flyers, posters, extra sunscreen, and a cooler for storing ice and water. Please consider bringing your own reusable water bottle so we can reduce the amount of bottled water needed.
• The chapter has a supply of biodegradable cosmetic glitter to bedazzle any marchers who want to sparkle responsibly. Be sure to show up early if you want to get glittery before the parade starts.
• We will have our own flags, banners, and signs, but you're welcome to make your own.
• Bring your kids, partners, friends, dogs, whoever. This is a the-more-the-merrier-sort of event.
• Please remember that while the music will be loud, outfits will be outrageous, and people will be weaving in and out of the parade groups, we are guests at this joyful event. When it comes to LGBTQ+ rights, we mean business, but this event is supposed to be loose and free and fun.

This event really is a blast, and we can't wait to see you there!
#stayproud and #voteblue

Please send any questions to stuttgart@democratsabroad.org.

March with Democrats Abroad Sweden in the Stockholm Pride Parade!

This year, we are marching in support of passing the Equality Act. Bring signs and flags, and dress in pride colors, or red, white, and blue!

This is always one of the funnest events of the year. Friends and family are welcome!

The parade starts at 13:00, so we will meet to assemble our group at 12:30. The route takes about 2 hours to walk, and it can be very warm this time of the year, so bring comfortable shoes and plenty of extra water.

PLEASE RSVP. Sign up on this page so that we know who is coming. We'll send you information on exactly where to meet once we get our parade number from the organizers. 

For more information on the Stockholm Pride Parade: https://www.stockholmpride.org/prideparade/ 

DA's monthly meetup in The Hague. Join us every first Sunday of the month, at Bar-Resturant Pavlov (across from The Hague City Hall) for lunch and/or drinks with DA's Secretary -and an occasional guest or speaker-. Learn the recent news of DA and just have a chat with the local Dems. For more info click here.

Been wanting to get a Wickelfisch? Wondering what Rhine swimming is all about? Rhine-swimming newbies and experts, join DACH Basel to swim for democracy at our second annual Rhine Swim and picnic! 

We're meeting in the Paul Sacher Anlage AKA Solitude Park (next to Roche & the Tinguely Museum) for a picnic, followed by a Rhine Swim for those who want to. DA will provide the grills, please bring your own picnic, utensils, beverages and an appetizer or dessert to share. All are welcome! Meet your fellow Democrats in Basel and learn the ins and outs of swimming in the Rhine! Don't forget your swimsuit and Wickelfish! Canceled in case of rain.