About us
We are the Madrid chapter of Democrats Abroad, the official arm of the Democratic Party for Americans living outside the U.S. With the 2026 midterm elections on the horizon, our work to protect democracy and progressive values is more important than ever.
### Our Mission is Simple:
✅ Help U.S. citizens abroad register to vote and request their absentee ballots
✅ Mobilize the overseas vote to defend democracy and elect Democrats
✅ Build a vibrant community of engaged Americans in Madrid
Whether you've been here for years or just arrived, you have a role to play. Your vote from abroad can be the margin of victory in critical races across the U.S. and we’re here to make sure it counts. Please sign-up here to join us as a member!
### Get Involved
We organize monthly events, including community meetups, political discussions, and more. You can find all upcoming events posted here.
Want to do more? Join our growing team of volunteers! We’re looking for people to help with voter outreach and assistance, event planning, social media, and more. A full list of opportunities can be found here! No matter your skills or availability, there’s a place for you in our movement. Please send us an e-mail to get involved.
Please be sure to check out our merchandise store for Democrats Abroad gear - all proceeds support DA Spain's efforts to get out the vote!
### Stay Connected
📱 Follow us for updates, events, and calls to action:
- Instagram: @democratsabroadmadrid
- Facebook: Democrats Abroad Madrid
- We also have a Signal group for DA Madrid members - please send us an e-mail for the link to join!
📧 Have questions or want to get involved? Contact us anytime at info-es-madrid@democratsabroad.org
Upcoming events
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What Happened in Hungary?
Madrid Comedy Lab, Calle del Amor de Dios, 13, Madrid, ES## What Happened in Hungary? Lessons from the Rise, Consolidation, and Fall of Viktor Orbán
📍 Location: Madrid Comedy Lab — Calle del Amor de Dios, 13 (Metro: Antón Martín)
🕢 Time: 19:30–21:30 (doors open at 19:30 for socializing and drinks, talk begins at 20:00)
🎟️ Entrance: €12, paid at the venue — includes an open bar (draft beer, house wine, vermouth, and soft drinks throughout the event)Join Democrats Abroad Madrid for an engaging evening of political analysis, community, and conversation as Jason Xidias examines what happened in Hungary—tracing the rise, consolidation of power, and fall of Viktor Orbán.
Using Hungary as a case study, the talk explores how democratic systems can be reshaped from within—through legal changes, growing control over institutions and media, and the concentration of political power—and how these dynamics were ultimately challenged. It highlights broader patterns of democratic backsliding and resistance, and what the Hungarian case reveals about similar pressures in other democracies today.
The Madrid Comedy Lab has opened its doors exclusively for this event, creating the perfect setting to pair a thoughtful discussion with a welcoming atmosphere. Spots are limited, so don’t miss your chance to be part of this important conversation.Speaker
Jason Xidias is a Lecturer in Political Science and International Relations at New York University Madrid and the Universidad Pontificia de Comillas–ICADE. He holds a Ph.D. in European Politics from King’s College London and has also worked as an international politics journalist. His research focuses on American, Spanish, and European politics, with an emphasis on the far right and democratic erosion.2 attendees
Past events
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