We Are QCDSA

Quad Cities Democratic Socialists of America (QCDSA) is a chapter of Democratic Socialists of America, the largest socialist political organization in the United States, with tens of thousands of members and chapters in all 50 states. We believe that working people should run both the economy and society democratically to meet the needs of the many, not profits for the few.

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Upcoming Events

  • New Member Onboarding

    March 24, 2026  7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Online via Zoom

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    https://actionnetwork.org/events/new-member-onboarding-20

    Are you a new member to the Quad Cities DSA? An old member who wants a refresher? Or just someone curious about what we are all about? Then this is the meeting for you! Learn the basics of socialism and how our chapters works.


  • Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire

    March 25, 2026


    On this day in 1911, the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory in New York City caught fire, killing 146 workers, mostly Jewish and Italian immigrant women and children who were locked inside the building during working hours to prevent walkouts. The fire led to better fire safety standards and the growth of the labor union ILGWU, now known today as UNITE HERE.

  • Trans Rights Working Group

    March 25, 2026  6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
    Online via Zoom

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    https://actionnetwork.org/events/trans-rights-working-group-9

    Quad Cities Democratic Socialists of America's Trans Rights Working Group is here to fight for trans rights and bodily autonomy through our campaign Trans Sanctuary Davenport. Join us to work on our project to fight the far right!


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What We Do

We are a political and activist organization, not a party; through campus and community-based chapters, DSA members use a variety of tactics, from legislative to direct action, to fight for reforms that empower working people. 

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Our meetings are open to the public and welcome to anyone interested in learning more about democratic socialism. Join us for our next meeting to learn more about what we’re doing in our communities to make a difference. Visit our Events page to come to our meetings and get involved.

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