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What is the Democratic Central Committee?
The Howard County Democratic Central Committee (HCDCC) is the county branch of the Maryland Democratic Party. Twelve Central Committee members are elected to a four year term by Democratic voters in the Gubernatorial Primary election.
The HCDCC exists to facilitate the election of DEMOCRATS.These elected members are not managers, board directors, or policy makers. They are elected to work directly in the trenches on behalf of the Party and to organize an ongoing presence in the county. They are the people who do the actual tasks of helping get Democrats elected. HCDCC members are election workers and help train volunteers and do party building activities in the county. They encourage the participation of activists, volunteers and financial contributors.
HCDCC members have the official reponsibility to fill vacancies in certain offices due to the death or resignation of elected officials, and fill vacancies when no Democratic Candidate has filed for nomination. They also recommend to the Governor appointment of the members and substitute members of the local Board of Elections and sometimes make recommendations for other state and county boards.
HCDCC members must bring a strong commitment to the Democratic Party and all it stands for. They must support all Democratic candidates in the General Election. They should have active and recent experience in various political activities, have actively worked for candidates, or have managed campaigns.
Central Committee members should understand that there is a commitment of finances and time associated with being a member. For additional information, please contact the Chair at 410-290-9792.
MEMBERS:
Michael C.A. McPherson, Chair, mmcpherson@howardcountydems.com
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