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There’s More to the Okaloosa Democrats

Than Meets the Eye

Okaloosa Democrats have a lot more going on than voter registration and getting out the vote! Behind the scenes there’s a small army of spirited Democrats working on multiple issues and strategies. Below is a list of our committees. We welcome your participation! Please contact our chair, Tracey Tapp, at Chair@okaloosademocraticparty.com if you’re interested in getting involved.

Campaign Committee
Purpose: Oversees get out the vote (GOTV) activities via voter registration, canvassing, and phone banking. Secures and supports candidates for local office.
Chair: Davey Jones

Communications Committee
Purpose: Oversees Facebook page, Twitter feed, website, newsletter, postcards to newly registered Democrats, holiday cards, and promotional literature.
Chair: Tracey Tapp

Diversity and Inclusion Committee  
Purpose: Works in concert with the Florida Democratic Party Diversity & Inclusion Committee on commons goals and initiatives.
Chair: Jill Lewis-Daggs

Finance Committee
Purpose: Develops and presents annual budget proposal; oversees fundraising, income, and expenditures.
Chair: Terry Bozarth

Government Affairs Committee
Purpose: Engages in local government by attending Council/Commission meetings and taking action on issues important to our membership.
Chair: Michelle Hickerson

Young Democrats
Purpose: Works in concert with the Florida Democratic Party Young Democrats Caucus and local high school and college Democratic clubs to encourage youth involvement in Democratic activities.
Chair: Open

We need all hands on deck as we move into the 2020 election cycle. There are so many ways to contribute, whether you have a little time or a lot. We hope to hear from you!

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Okaloosa Democrats Form

'Letters to the Editor' Team

We realize the political climate in the Panhandle is often contrary to our Democratic values. The good news is, being vocal and visible can shift the narrative and begin to change the culture. This won't happen overnight, but it won't happen at all if we don't make our voices heard.

We want to have this effort going strong by the time we move into the 2020 election season. If you are willing to help by writing occasional letters to the editor (LTE), please join us at the first meeting of our LTE Team:

Date: Tuesday May 14
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Okaloosa Democrats Office, 1270 Eglin Pkwy, Ste C-10, Shalimar

If you'd like to help but this day/time doesn't work for you, please email our Chair, Tracey Tapp, at Chair@okaloosademocraticparty.com. We look forward to hearing from you!