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Our Next Club Meeting
March 15, 2026 @ 2:30 PM
Mark you calendar for our next club meeting. We will be posting the speakers here when the agenda is finalized.
February Club Meeting Report
Antonio Villaraigosa, a candidate for governor, spoke to the Palos Verdes Democrats about his record and platform. He highlighted his experience as Speaker of the California State Assembly and Mayor of Los Angeles, emphasizing his work on affordable housing, public safety, education, and environmental issues. Villaraigosa addressed concerns about immigration, healthcare, and the high cost of living in California. He promised to take on Donald Trump and fight for working families, while also fixing potholes and improving government services. The audience asked questions about tax protests, winning back middle-of-the-road voters, and healthcare access for undocumented immigrants. Villaraigosa emphasized his commitment to expanding healthcare coverage and addressing the affordability crisis in California.
Dr. Paul D'Anieri, a political science professor at UC Riverside, discussed the origins and current state of the war in Ukraine. He explained that Russia's refusal to accept Ukraine's independence dates back to the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, with Russian leaders consistently seeking to reclaim Ukraine. D'Anieri highlighted that despite Russia's incremental territorial gains in the Donbass region, the war has become a costly stalemate, with both sides enduring significant losses. He noted that peace negotiations are currently far apart, with Ukraine willing to compromise on territory but resistant to Russian demands for neutrality and military limitations. D'Anieri also shared his observations from a recent visit to Kyiv, emphasizing the resilience of Ukrainians despite harsh conditions, and suggested that the U.S. role in the conflict remains ambiguous due to divided political views.
To read our complete meeting report, wait for our March newsletter! We will place a link here. To watch the video from this meeting, visit the Palos Verdes Democrats YouTube channel.
Club News
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Terry Tamminen, ranked #1 by The Guardian on its global list of the “Top 50 People Who Can Save Planet Earth.”
Tamminen is President and CEO of AltaSea, a nonprofit blue economy hub at the Port of Los Angeles. The blue economy advances sustainable growth through oceans, fisheries, coastal resources, and marine technology, complementing the land-based green economy. Together, they address climate change while generating lasting economic opportunity.
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World-Renowned Political Scientist Dr. Robert Pape
At our November meeting, Dr. Pape discussed the rise and danger of political violence in American politics.
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Rob Weiner Addresses Threat to Voting Rights in America
Our October 2025 club meeting featured Robert Weiner, whose distinguished career reflects decades of service at the highest levels of American law and government. Mr. Weiner discussed the current state of voting rights in America, examining both the threats that imperil democratic access and the strategies available to ensure an inclusive and fair electoral system.
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PV Democrats Featured in PV Magazine
A recent article in the Palos Verdes Magazine featured our 2025 Annual Picnic. To see the article, click here.
To our Meeting Report, watch the video, and see photos, click below.
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PV Democrats Board of Directors Votes to Endorse CA Redistricting Proposition
The Board of Directors for the Palos Verdes Democrats joins with the California Democratic Party in endorsing Proposition 50.
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Remembering Teresa Savo
The Palos Verdes Democrats is sad to pass on news of the passing of a dear friend and dedicated Democrat, Teresa Savo.
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Our Favorite Signs from the April 5 2025 Hands Off! Rally
Members of the PV Democrats attended the Hands Off! Rallies on April 5, 2025 in both the Torrance Civic Center and Downtown LA. See some of our favorite signs by clicking the button.