Swing Left East Bay engages in grassroots organizing to elect representatives who support democracy and policies that move our country forward, not backward. We organize activities in the San Francisco East Bay with the goal of electing Democrats across the nation.

We were instrumental in flipping and holding vital seats in California, Arizona and Georgia in past elections. Join us today! To learn more about us, CLICK HERE.

 
 

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In-Person: Mary Peltola Visits the East Bay!

Alaska’s Senate race may decide the balance of power in 2026. Multiple polls show Democratic Congresswoman Mary Peltola, the most popular elected official in Alaska, regardless of party, as the strongest candidate to defeat Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan. In a state Trump carried by 13 points in 2024, Mary outperformed Kamala Harris by 11 points, demonstrating broad, cross-party appeal in one of the toughest political environments in the country.Mary is the first Alaska Native ever elected to Congress, a proud Yup’ik leader and the mother of seven. Join Swing Left East Bay for a rare opportunity to hear directly from Mary about her work in Congress, her vision for Alaska, and why this Senate race is so pivotal.

If Democrats are going to reclaim control, races like this are where it happens. The stakes could not be higher, and your support will make the difference.

  • WHEN: Sunday, March 15, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. General Admission, with Host Committee Pre-Reception 3:30-4:00 p.m.

  • WHERE: A lovely private home in Berkeley

  • RSVP: Reserve your spot here!

  • HOW TO DONATE: If you are unable to join us on March 15, please help elect Mary with a generous, early donation at this ActBlue link.

The Road to the House Runs Through Fresno

Canvass: Swing Left East Bay is going all in on Congressional District 22 for 2026. Of the five districts reshaped by Prop 50, this one will be the toughest to flip, and that’s exactly why it matters. SLEB will lead monthly weekend trips to Fresno during the weekends of Mar 21/22, Apr 25/26 and May 30/31. The plan: carpool down Saturday morning, canvass in the afternoon, enjoy a group dinner, canvass again Sunday, and head home Sunday afternoon. We’ll help coordinate rides and lodging. Until a candidate is selected in the June primary, we’ll focus on deep conversations with voters to learn about what matters to them most. No experience is required. We’ll provide training and everything you need.

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Donate: If canvassing isn't an option for you, please consider donating to this race. The winning candidate will emerge from the primary with little to nothing in the bank compared to $1.8 million cash on hand already raised by the Republican incumbent. All donations will be held in an account that will be disbursed to the Democratic candidate following the primary.

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Phone Banking

Swing Left National will be hosting phone banks on Sundays and Wednesdays using their innovative new Ground Truth approach. The Bay Area Coalition is offering more traditional phone banks on Thursdays.

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