WA Institute for a Democratic Future

More big news!! Katy Crabtree is joining our team as District Director! Katy has deep ties to the region, and served as Rep. Kilmer’s Deputy District Director and as a district representative and military liaison during his tenure in Congress. Most recently, she was Community Outreach Manager for Navy Region Northwest, following a post as Public Affairs Officer at Naval Base Kitsap. Katy holds a Master of Public Policy and Administration and a Bachelor of Arts from California Lutheran University. “I’ve had the privilege of working with Congresswoman-elect Randall over the last several years in different capacities. She’s a fierce advocate for her constituents in our state legislature and will be a powerful advocate for the residents of Washington’s 6th Congressional District as she represents us in Washington, DC,” said Katy Crabtree. “I am thrilled and honored to be a part of her team and look forward to supporting her. Her willingness to work across the aisle and determination to find solutions will consistently benefit our constituency.”

🚨🚨 Our application to join the WA Institute for a Democratic Future (WAIDF) Class of 2025 is now OPEN and due by Tuesday, November 12! https://lnkd.in/gsSG6XdA 🚨🚨 WAIDF is a six-month fellowship that covers the nuts and bolts of campaigns and elections, geographic issues from around the state, and leadership skills with our fellows. Each year WAIDF graduates a “farm team” of progressive leaders who go out into the world and make a difference within campaigns, policy jobs, nonprofits, and in their communities. Check out the story of Francis Choe, a Class of 2024 alum, to learn more about how WAIDF has impacted his work with the Port of Seattle Commission! 👀⚓️⬇️ Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gsSG6XdA Graphics credit: Kelsey Hamlin 🌟 #democracy #democratic #politics #political #policy #publicpolicy #campaigns #nonprofits -- Alt text: Slide 1 - Alumni Spotlight: Francis Choe He recently moved and wanted to get involved in his home state. Before the end of the program, WAIDF helped him return to public service. Blue and red background with a black graphic of a plane flying from Hawai'i to Washington state. Slide 2 - Quote from Francis with a picture of the WAIDF Class of 2024 visiting the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. "My 2024 class visited the Seattle-Tacoma Airport where Port alumni shared their stories. They're making a difference and it reminded me of the power that government has to enact positive change, especially through economic development in the region." Slide 3 - A picture of Francis working with Port of Seattle Commissioner Toshiko Hasegawa and his quote. "Not long after that visit, I saw the position for Strategic Advisor posted at the Port and decided to apply. I went through the application, interviews, and was overjoyed when I got the offer." Slide 4 - A picture of the WAIDF Class of 2024 on a tour and a quote from Francis. "The program is not just for aspiring elected officials but also those who want to learn more about government, the electoral process, and what's happening throughout Washington. You can impact change in many ways." Red bubble with text: Apply for the Class of '25!

Last year, I was asked “do you believe the Democratic Party should continue to be a big tent or has the tent gotten too big?” This was an interview question to join the WA Institute for a Democratic Future’s class of 2023, and a question I continue to ponder today. I was excited to join this cohort of professionals across Washington State where we grappled with this question together. We traveled the State and the other Washington, meeting a broad range of people, from farm workers in Yakima to the (newly elected) Democratic Mayor Lisa Brown of Spokane, we visited the Wind Facility in Columbia County and talked to elected tribal leaders and representatives from every level of government. I’ve learned a lot from my experience and would encourage others interested in learning more about our State’s political landscape to apply too. Here’s the link below! ▶️ https://lnkd.in/gz7bkhqv

🌟 RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gfeyjHiH 🌟 Happy #ElectionDay! Join WA Institute for a Democratic Future and the 37th LD Democrats on Thursday, November 14, at 6:30 pm for an insightful conversation analyzing the 2024 election results with some of our state's most influential voices: Washington State Democratic Party Chair Shasti Conrad as well as seasoned political consultants Crystal Nicole Fincher, Sandeep Kaushik, and Colleen Echohawk. They'll share their reflections and key takeaways from this year’s election with our moderator, former King County Council Member Jeanne Kohl-Welles. 🗳️ We can't wait to see you there! Find more details in the event below and RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gfeyjHiH 🎉 #waelex #democracy #democratic #politics #political #campaigns #elections

We're heading back up north to find future members of the WA Institute for a Democratic Future Class of 2025! Join us in Everett next Wednesday, October 30, at 6:00 PM to meet other applicants and alumni. 💫 More information is available in the event below and you can RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gWUSqGZK #democracy #democratic #politics #policy #publicpolicy #campaigns #recruiting #event

Our Class of 2025 recruitment cycle is continuing with another event next Tuesday, October 29, at 6:00 PM in Olympia! Come learn more about WA Institute for a Democratic Future alongside other potential applicants and alumni. 👀🎉 More information is available in the event below and you can RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/grR-XXnX #democracy #democratic #politics #policy #publicpolicy #campaigns #recruiting #event