The Annapolis Democratic Central Committee is building a strong and viable Democratic Party in the City of Annapolis. To accomplish this, we are organizing activities, running voter registration campaigns, promoting the election of the Democratic nominees, and encouraging participation in all activities of the Democratic Party.
Your Annapolis, District 30 and Anne Arundel County Democrats continue to be active in building a strong and energetic Democratic Party. Now, more than ever, we need to be visible, active and make our voices heard. You can make a difference by getting involved at the "grass roots" level.
A Note from Chairman Nick Berry
We have emerged from the 2008 election with great victories, for Democrats, Maryland, and the United States. Members and friends of the ADCC held house parties, made hundreds of phone calls, canvassed long hours, contributed funds, drove voters to the polls, and rallied for candidates Obama, Sarbanes, and Kratovil. In cooperation with their campaigns and in partnership with county Dems and the District 30 Democratic Club (under the superb leadership of President Sarah Flynn), we made history. Once again, we and the voters proved that democracy can set a nation on the right path. Challenges, of course, remain. But we did our job and will continue to support our elected officials in their efforts to bring good government. Our task now is to keep our organizational vitality for what will be very competitive races for city government in 2009.
2009 City Elections
The mayor and aldermen for all eight wards will be up for election November 3. The filing deadline is July 27 and the primary is September 15. Democrats who have announced to run for mayor include Trudy McFall, Sam Shropshire, Gilbert Renaut, Wayne Taylor, and others are expected to announce soon. Democratic incumbent alderman Dick Israel (Ward 1), Classie Hoyle (Ward 3), and Ross Arnett (Ward 8) have announced for re-election. Incumbent Sheila Finlayson (Ward 4) has not announced yet her intention. No Democratic candidate has announced to run against Republican Fred Paone (Ward 2) and there are open seats (no incumbents) for Wards 5, 6, and 7 (Ward 7 alderman Shropshire is running for mayor). If you are interested in running for any of these offices, or if you have any questions, please contact ADCC chair Nick Berry at jandnberry@msn.com or 410 263-1139.
Annapolis Democratic Central Committee Openings
The ADCC meets once a month at the Eastport Democratic Club. There is one member and an alternate for each ward and one member and alternate at-large. The members are elected on Primary day (filing deadline July 27) and vacancies are appointed by the existing members. Currently, opening for members exist for Wards 4 and 6. We encourage your interest in these openings and again ask you to contact ADCC chair Nick Berry at jandnberry@msn.com or 410 263-1139. The ADCC plays a crucial role in helping to elect Democrats at city, county, state, and national levels.
Become a friend and partner with the ADCC. Let us hear from you.
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