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Democratic National Committee

Since 1848, the Democratic National Committee has been the home of the Democratic Party, the oldest continuing party in the United States. Today, we are millions of supporters strong, leading with our values, fighting for progress, and helping elect Democrats in every state, city, and ZIP code from the local office to the Oval Office.

Our party is strong because it is built on advancing our Democratic platform and forging positive solutions that include everyone. As the Democratic National Committee, we work together to build a bright future for everyone. We are fighting for the soul of our country, for the heart of our democracy, and for America's place.

For more information about the Democratic National Committee, visit democrats.org.

Democratic Party of Georgia

The Democratic Party of Georgia is dedicated to improving all Georgians' lives, as reflected in our guiding principles and party platforms.

Our state party works year-round to elect Georgia Democrats, sharing our values of a strong middle class, integrity in government, and equality and justice for all Georgians.

For more information about the Democratic Party of Georgia, visit georgiademocrat.org.

Our Guiding Principles

Georgia Democrats believe . . .

• that the American Dream of opportunity for all should guide government policies at all levels.
• that good decisions by our government promote economic security for all Georgians.
• that the creation of good jobs for all Georgians is our top priority.
• all students should have access to a high-quality public education.
• access to quality, affordable healthcare is a basic, human right.
• it is our responsibility to leave our children and grandchildren an earth that is safe and livable for future generations.
• all our citizens have the right to safety and security.
• a fundamental role of government is to provide for national security.
• in and uphold every citizen's right to equal and impartial justice under the law.
• that it is a privilege to serve in elected office, and all who serve should be held to the highest ethical standards.

Democratic Party of Chatham County (DPCC)

All registered voters with residence in Chatham County completing a Democratic Party of Chatham County declaration shall, upon voter verification, be recognized as a member of the Democratic Party of Chatham County.

Members of the Democratic Party of Chatham County shall advise the Chatham County Democratic Committee through their elected District representatives.

In addition, members also serve as the electorate for Chatham County Democratic Committee membership.

Chatham County Democratic Committee (CCDC)

The Chatham County Democratic Committee, located in Savannah, is one of 159 County Committees and the only chartered Committee in Chatham County by the Democratic Party of Georgia. We are composed of 64 elected members, with eight District Post Seats representing their members of the Democratic Party of Chatham County.

We are the primary contact between the Democratic Electorate and the State Democratic Party and often the entry point for Democratic activists and candidates.

Our all-volunteer Committee works to elect State Committee Members, promote Party development, recruit qualified candidates for public office, support Democratic nominees, qualify Democratic candidates for county office, and perform such primary and election functions as are required by law at the County level. In addition to the chartered duties, we engage in activities that best suit the needs of Chatham County, as determined by the officers and membership.

Committee Membership

Committee membership is limited to 64. The 64 members are comprised of 8 elected from each district as delineated the same as the eight Chatham County Commissioner Districts. The 64 members serve as the voting body for Committee business.

Committee members start as declared Democrats and members of the Democratic Party of Chatham County, whereas the Democratic Party of Chatham County is the electorate.

Committee Membership is limited to 64, 8 members per County District, making up the voting body of the Committee.

Any Democratic Party of Chatham County member may serve as a candidate for a Post Seat or an elector. However, serving as a Post Seat for your District is more than something in name only or volunteering when called.

Elected to a Post Seat empowers you to represent your District to:

• vote on important business administered at the monthly Business Meetings to help guide and lead the Committee to help advance our Democratic Principles,
• vote in Committee elections, and
• serve the Committee in a leadership position, including but not limited to being a member of the Executive Committee.