… "What's stopped us is the failure of leadership, the smallness of our politics -- the ease with which we're distracted by the petty and trivial, our chronic avoidance of tough decisions, our preference for scoring cheap political points instead of rolling up our sleeves and building a working consensus to tackle big problems

Democracy for America emerged from Gov. Howard Dean's presidential campaign in 2004, and has organized grass-roots activists to support socially progressive, fiscally responsible candidates. DFMC is Democracy for Montgomery County, a local DFA-inspired organization which is not directly or legally affiliated with DFA. DFMC has organized events and meetings; and endorsed and organized volunteers for several candidates. DFMC is currently seeking additional steering committee members. Please contac …

Welcome to the online home of the DC/MD/Northern VA Local of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA)! The DSA is the largest socialist organization in the United States, and the principal U.S. affiliate of the Socialist International. DSA's members are building progressive movements for social change while establishing an openly socialist presence in American communities and politics. Prominent DSA members and officers include Noam Chomsky, Barbara Ehrenreich, Gloria Steinem, and Cornel Wes …

… People join AYD for a variety of reasons including: to get involved in politics and political campaigns; to become active in the community; and, to get involved in a social environment with other young Democratic citizens. Our members currently serve as campaign managers, campaign volunteers and community leaders. AYD members also make up at least 25% of the Arlington County Democratic Committee Steering Committee.

  The Chamber of Progress is a non-profit, grass roots organization dedicated to education, public outreach, and social action. We advance progress and help We the People unite to create a balance between commerce and progress. We’re building local and regional organizations to promote non-commercial values and interests. Businesses have their Chambers of Commerce, associations which help them coordinate pro-corporate messages and actions. The Chamber of Progress adv …

The Christian Party of America (www.christianpartyonline.com) is a new, national third-party of Christian voters, dedicated to proclaiming that Jesus is Lord in the political arena. Our purpose is to bring our country back to being an unabashedly Christian nation, by offering and electing competent candidates who share and promote our vision. Please join us in our goal of uniting believers under the banner of Jesus Christ to bring constitutional freedom to all people of the United States. We bel …

… Examples of topical discussions: Education, Black male and female relations, current events (politics , sports & pop culture)

From Capitol Hill to far outside the Beltway, DISTRICTLY SPEAKING rounds up the most talked about political and social issues and brings them to you during our monthly town halls. If you live and/or work in the DC Metro area and value intelligent conversation, you should come check out our monthly town halls!

"There are other Republicans in Alexandria??" Yes!! And there has never been a more important time to be a Republican -- to stand up to this overtly liberal Congress and Administration and work to take back our country. The AYRs are dedicated to turning back the tide of liberal opportunism that seeks to erode our nation's foundation. Comprised of Republicans between the ages of 18 and 40 (but lots of associate members stick around after 40), we are the largest YR organization in the Common …

We Are Change DC is committed to immediately returning the political process to the people by challenging the dominant narrative formed by an elite that shapes Americans' worldview to the detriment of her foundational ideal; that all people, by virtue of their being human, have the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.   Click here for how we plan to go about doing this!

Like minded individuals who enjoy day trips, hand dancing, old school music, picnics, movies, and political discussions.

Meet other locals from the Washington, D.C. area interested in running for public offices and working on political campaigns. Join us to network and discuss the unique perspective that belongs to future elected officials and campaign professionals like you and importantly to organize ourselves. The group is opened to every interested person who would like to join. However, minorities are highly encouraged to join to foster increase minority participation and voice in public offices.

Marylanders for Immigrant Rights is a Meetup for people who are tired of anti-immigrant scapegoating, who care about human rights regardless of immigration status, and who want to become active with others in defending the rights of immigrants to health care, education, and a better life. We work with the ANSWER Coalition (Act Now to Stop War and End Racism), and other civil rights organizations. One focus for the next six months until the General Election will be defending the Maryland Dream Ac …

… We meet for happy hours, dinners, discussions and local political events.   We have a great time doing it.  Our members are informed and great conversationalists.  We have a number of members who are in local leadership positions of grass roots organizations and local politics who help keep us informed and active.  Our members also include professionals, students, seniors, parents and singles.  We meet in different central locations around Montgomery County, like Rockville, Gaithersburg, Bethesd …

Organizing for America's Ward 2 group is up and running and would love to have you join! We're working in DC and Northern VA to register voters, get out the vote, help people fulfill the new voter ID requirements, and get President Obama re-elected! A great group of people working together for America.

As the Congressional super committee meets to develop a bipartisan deficit reduction package, it's more important than ever to make our voices heard!  Please join me if you are interested in exploring fact-based, bipartisan, balanced approaches to deficit reduction in a constructive, civil manner. The group will not endorse any one approach, but instead will serve as a forum for grassroots debate about the best way to reduce the deficit while staying true to our values and laying the groundwork …