Morgan County needs engaged citizens like you! Whether you’re ready to roll up your sleeves or still want to learn more about local progressive efforts, there are plenty of way to get involved.
First things first, are you registered to vote?
Connect with Local Progressive Groups
Be part of the movement for a vibrant, stronger, progressive Morgan County. Learn more about these organizations:
- Morgan County Democratic Executive Committee – We are your Democratic Party representatives in Morgan County, organizing voter outreach, candidate support, and policy advocacy.
- Morgan County Indivisible – A local grassroots movement focused on direct political engagement, advocacy, and resistance against harmful policies.
Not sure where to start? Attend a meeting or contact us—we’ll help you find the best way to get involved! We meet on the 3rd Thursday of every month at the Morgan County Courthouse.
Contact Your Representatives
Your elected representatives need to hear from you! Calling their offices is the BEST way to share you opinion. Not sure what to call about? Visit 5calls.org to read up on issues and find helpful scripts.
We recommending contacting federal, state, and local officials on the following issues:
Stop the Tariff Madness
What’s Happening: President Trump has plunged the global economy into chaos, issuing bizarre tariffs under legally dubious “emergency authority.” These tariffs destroy America’s economic leadership and will raise prices for everyone.
What We Can Do: Congress must take back its constitutional authority. Call Capito, Justice, and Moore and tell them to support the Trade Review Act, a bipartisan bill requiring Congress to approve new tariffs so the President can’t crash our economy at his whim.
- Sen. Shelly Moore Capito – (202) 224-6472
- Sen Jim Justice – (202) 224-3954
- Rep. Riley Moore – (202) 225-2711
Protect Women’s Voting Rights
| What’s Happening: The U.S. House has passed H.R. 22, the SAVE Act, requiring voters to provide a birth certificate, U.S. passport, or other paperwork before registering to vote. Experts warn this will disenfranchise millions, particularly married women who’s legal name no longer matches their birth certificate.
What We Can Do: While the bill has already passed the House, we can stop it in the Senate. Call Senator Justice and Senator Capito and tell them you oppose H.R. 22, The SAVE Act and any legislation that disenfranchises legal voters!
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Federal: Defend Public Education
As called for in Project 2025, Donald Trump is closing down the U.S. Department of Education. That could result in a loss of $4 million dollars to the Morgan County schools. Because of this uncertainly, local schools are already cutting critical staff positions.
Call our representatives in Washington and tell them to defend teachers and students in Morgan County!
- Sen. Shelly Moore Capito – (202) 224-6472
- Sen Jim Justice – (202) 224-3954
- Rep. Riley Moore – (202) 225-2711
Federal: Defending Veterans’ Health Care
In another move straight out of Project 2025, Donald Trump and Elon Musk are preparing to fire 80,000 VA employees and further privatize VA services. If they succeed, veterans will struggle to find limited health care appointments already hard to come by in rural communities like ours.
Call our representatives in Washington and tell them to defend VA services for the 1600 veterans that call Morgan County home!
- Sen. Shelly Moore Capito – (202) 224-6472
- Sen Jim Justice – (202) 224-3954
- Rep. Riley Moore – (202) 225-2711
Volunteer and Take Action
Our movement runs on volunteers taking individual and collective action. Whether you want to be a visible champion of progress or prefer to work behind-the-scenes, you can start making local changes that reverberate across the state and country.
How do you want to get involved? What topics excite you? Our greatest resources are the diverse interests, experiences, and expertise of our neighbors, so tell us your ideas for action in Morgan County!
While you’re thinking about it, here are some activities we suggest:
- Donate to Local Democrats – Help sustain the Democratic cause here in Morgan County.
- Canvass for Candidates – Spread the word about leaders who share our values.
- Write Letters to the Editor – Amplify progressive perspectives in the Morgan Messenger.
- Become a Policy Champion– Communicate ideas for economic development, education, and environmental protection.
- Help Plan a Fundraiser – Invite friends and neighbors to discuss key issues and grow the movement.
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