January Cass Dems Meeting
Despite everything, we must continue to show up and speak out. The way we challenge Republicans at every level, county, state, and national, is by stepping up and running for office. We're under the thumb of Republican supermajorities at the county, state, and national levels, and saying that it's not going well is a real understatement!
Join us on Thursday, January 22nd, at 6:00 PM at the North Cass Resource Center in Belton for our regular meeting. We’ll begin promptly at 6:00 PM, and once we move through our brief business items, we’re excited to welcome Jordan Herrera.
Jordan is one of four candidates currently vying to unseat Mark Alford. He has a unique story and looks forward to sharing his vision and plans for our district, as well as listening to our concerns.
Holiday Party December 5th
Let’s celebrate the season—and each other!
(no meeting in Nov. or Dec.)
Join us on Friday, December 5th at 6:30 PM at the Ives Celebration Center (609 Minnie Ave, Belton, MO).
Please bring an appetizer or dessert to share; we’ll take care of the main meal. And if you’re feeling adventurous, get a white elephant gift for our gift exchange—last year’s was a blast!
We're also collecting items from the Hope Haven Wish List. Please feel free to help spread some holiday cheer!
What Can You Do Now? Run for Office!
Run for office!
Municipal Elections are coming up on April 7, 2026, and filing opens December 9–30 — that’s next month!
These races may be officially non-partisan, but we all know our values shape our communities. That’s why it’s essential to have Democrats at every table — city councils, school boards, county boards — every seat matters. With current and future funding cuts on the horizon, our kids and our communities need courageous people who are ready to lead, advocate, and protect what matters most - the people!
If running for office speaks to you even a little, now is the time to explore it. And if it’s not your path, share this with someone who would make a great candidate!
Let’s step up, support each other, and build the future we deserve.
More Petition Signing Opportunities
Want to resist government overreach? Here’s your chance!
People NOT Politicians is fighting to stop the unfair redistricting in Missouri and let the people — not politicians decide if we want new maps.
The Respect MO Voters campaign aims to end the Missouri legislature overturning our votes, protect our petition process, and eliminate misleading ballot language.
Add your signature to these petitions and help put power back where it belongs: with the people of Missouri.
Sign the Petitions!
There will be an opportunity to sign both the Respect MO Voters and People NOT Politicians petitions in Raymore on Saturday, October 25th.
Respect Missouri Voters
- Stop politicians from overturning voter decisions
- Protect our right to citizen initiatives
- End misleading ballot language
People NOT Politicians- Missouri Senate Republicans passed an illegal gerrymander
- 106K+ signatures
- Fair maps. Fair votes.
Oct Cass Dems Meeting
Join us on Thursday, October 23rd!
Following a brief committee meeting, there will be important updates on our upcoming petition-signing event and opportunities for running for office.
Filing opens in December for municipal races (school board, council, alderman, county boards) and in February for county and statewide offices. Electing Democrats is how we can change the course of our county and state, and it starts with us!
We’re especially excited to welcome our guest speaker, Missouri State Representative Kemp Strickler!
Kemp was born in Harrisonville, grew up in Kansas City, and has lived in Lee's Summit for the last four decades. After a long career at Hallmark Cards, Kemp ran for office in 2022 and flipped the red 34th District House seat blue by 42 votes. His success shows us that when neighbors talk to neighbors and show up for one another, we can flip any district and Cass County, too!
September Cass Dems Meeting
NOTE - WE WILL BE AT THE IVES CELEBRATION CENTER, 609 Minnie Ave. in Belton - not the library this month!
We'll treat you to the award-winning chili, prepared by our Cass Dems!
Please feel free to bring something that goes with chili - cinnamon rolls, bread, crackers, desserts, cinnamon rolls (one must always have cinnamon rolls with chili!)
We'll have exciting candidate info and both petitions for you to sign!
See you Thursday night (Sept. 25th)
Cass Dems August Meeting – Join Us Aug 28th
Join us on Thursday, August 28th.
At 6:00pm, the Central Committee Meeting (CCDCC) meets. Don’t worry, this month’s meeting will be quick - we’ve got too many exciting things to share!
Topics to include:
Our brand-new organizing app (finally, politics meets “there’s an app for that”).
Updates on the Respect Missouri Voters initiative petition. This is where we begin to put a stop to the Republicans in Jeff City overturning our votes!
Candidate recruitment for April & November 2026, over 100 offices on the ballot! Where do YOU want to jump into the fight?
Coffee chats & Zoom sessions starting in September - covering everything from “So you wanna run for office?” to a fun crash course on who actually makes up "The Democrats"
Volunteer opportunities at Belton Fall Festival & Log Cabin Days
Big news on the 4th District picnic on Oct. 5th, we'll be announcing a special guest you won’t want to miss!
See you Thursday, August 28th, at the Belton Library. Democracy doesn’t defend itself - so let’s do it together!
July 2025 Meeting
URGENT UPDATE - Due to the storms in North Cass tonight, the Central Committee will NOT be meeting. The Western MO Rural Democrats will still be meeting at 6:00pm at the Harrisonville Library. Please join them if you'd like, and be safe.
