Richland County Democratic Party

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Richland County Democratic Party, SC

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The mission of the Richland County Democratic Party is to elect Democratic candidates and to encourage participation in the political process by people of all backgrounds who support Democratic principles. Funds raised by the RCDP will be used to help elect Democratic candidates and to support Democ

<h3>RCDP Mission</h3><h3>The mission of the Richland County Democratic Party is to elect Democratic candidates and to encourage participation in the political process by people of all backgrounds who support Democratic principles. Funds raised by the RCDP will be used to help elect Democratic candidates and to support Democratic programs.</h3>

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<h3>Fighting for Our Community</h3>These are some of the top issues our campaign is focused on. Learn more about our issues <a href="/issues" target="" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">here</a>.

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RCDP can help provide resources and training to help organize your local areas. <a href="https://www.richlandscdems.com/volunteer" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Sign up to learn more!</a>

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True Blue Newsletter Jan 2024

Richland County State House Representatives

Democrat - District 74 Minority Leader

Representative J. Todd Rutherford

Democrat - District 75

Representative Heather Bauer

Democrat - District 78

Representative Beth E. Bernstein

Democrat - District 77

Representative Kambrell H. Garvin

Democrat - District 73

Representative Christopher "Chris" Hart

Democrat - District 76

Representative Leon Howard

Democrat - District 52

Representative Jermaine L. Johnson, Sr.

Democrat - District 41

Representative Annie E. McDaniel

Democrat - District 72

Representative Seth Rose

Democrat - District 79

Representative Hamilton Grant

Republican - District 71

Representative Nathan Ballentine

Democrat - District 70

Representative Robert Reese

Representative Ivory Torrey Thigpen

<h3>SAVE THE DATE! RCDP 2025 Convention </h3><h3>March 22, 10am - 1pm Senate’s End "The Hall" 300 Senate Street, Columbia, SC</h3><h5>Lunch will be provided</h5>

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Richland County Elected Offices

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Paul Brawley

Clerk of Court

Jeanette McBride

Coroner

Naida Rutherford

Probate Judge

Amy McCulloch

Sheriff

Leon Lott

Solicitor

Byron E. Gipson

TreasurER

Kendra L. Dove

<img src="https://run.imgix.net/3f13fcb4-b342-470f-973d-721701325898/e1c46c76-7c79-4608-b0a0-fcfc39985afe/e1c46c76-7c79-4608-b0a0-fcfc39985afe.jpeg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C157%2C697%2C383&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="" align="left" alignwidth="40" tiltdirection="left" variant="framed">The 2024 RCDP Convention activities kicked off with a special celebration on February 27th at the “Mansion on Blanding”. Special guest Anderson Clayton (D-NC), the youngest state party chair in the nation shared her enthusiastic message and a charge to take action, getting the crowd fired up in the process. A great time was had by all: good food, good music, dancing and Democrats! We raised money to fund both the convention and the new ”Fund a Bold Future” campaign. Hat tips to Bre Spaulding, Sam Johnson, Fannie Lott and Sherron Williams for making it happen!The RCDP Convention convened on the morning of March 2nd at Brookland Baptist Church in West Columbia. The accommodations were spacious, with comfortable chairs, good acoustics and other amenities to support the over 200 participants.Convention volunteers, led by Della Coulter, did an excellent job of planning and setting up the check-in and credentialing process. Voting credentials were assigned to registered Richland County voters who had not voted in the Republican primary and who signed a statement saying that they considered themselves to be Democrats.Prior to the start of the program, a light breakfast was served and informational tables provided everyone with an opportunity to interact with regional groups and other Democratic organizations.The Blythewood High School Junior ROTC presented the colors in the opening ceremony. Chairwoman Valerie Moore gave a brief review of the activities of the RCDP over the past eight months, including activities surrounding the Senate District 19 Special Election, the First in the Nation Presidential Primary and other initiatives. She reiterated Anderson Clayton’s call to action and warning that “no one is coming to rescue us”, making the case that taking action now is imperative, but also an important part of building a strategic and lasting infrastructure for Democrats in SC.The convention was then turned over to be chaired by the Honorable Tina Herbert who serves on the Columbia City Council. Christale Spain, SCDP Chair, outlined initiatives like Project Roadmap and recapped many of the state level actions taking place.Throughout the program, many members of Richland County’s elected delegation and Democratic candidates for public office were given 3 minutes each to share their messages and/or platforms. Rep. Leon Howard brought greetings from Congressman Clyburn and was followed throughout the morning by more than 20 speakers.A standing vote was conducted for the RCDP Chair and the three Vice Chairs who will serve a one-year term. Beginning in March, 2025, county conventions will return to a two year cycle occurring in odd years (not presidential or midterm years!). The only contested officer’s race was for 3rd Vice Chair with two very qualified candidates, Myles Taste (incumbent) and Mckenzie Watson, who shared their visions for the role of young leadership via this office. Myles prevailed in a close vote.RCDP Officers, March 2024-March 2025 Valerie Moore, Chair Sam Johnson, 1st Vice Chair Maryann Wright, 2nd Vice Chair Myles Taste, 3rd Vice ChairExisting Officers finishing the second year of their three-year terms: Margaret Sumpter, Executive Committeewoman Marcurius Byrd, Executive Committeeman Sherron Williams, Alternate Executive Committeewoman Mike McCauley, Alternate Executive CommitteemanPer the RCDP By-laws, the positions of Treasurer and Secretary will be approved to serve a one-year term at the next Executive Committee meeting.Mini Precinct ReorganizationAnother highlight of the convention was the inclusion of a mini "precinct reorganization". New SCDP by-laws this year removed the requirement to hold precinct organizing meetings prior to county conventions. In order to encourage and determine leaders for each of the 149 precincts in the county, signs were posted throughout the assembly room so attendees could gather with neighbors at a designated spot and discuss their precinct’s representative and alternate on the RCDP Executive Committee. As the governing body of the county party, representation from each precinct is important. Precincts with multiple people interested in serving were voted on via electronic ballot. Unopposed precinct leaders will be officially voted on at the April 1st Executive Committee meeting. A robust ninety-two precincts will now be represented, with a continuing goal of finding representatives for the remaining precincts.SCDP DelegatesIn addition to pre-submitted nominations for SCDP Delegates, nominations were accepted from the floor and at check-in. Nominees were divided by congressional district and gender and electronic ballots were emailed to credentialed voters according to their district. Paper ballots were readied, but several names were omitted from the ballot and/or were listed incorrectly. Attendees were notified that a corrected ballot would be emailed and paper ballots delivered before the end of the day. Once corrected, the ballots were successfully distributed via email and returned within 24 hours. Paper ballots were offered, but none were needed. Delegates and alternates were notified once all the ballots were submitted.ResolutionsResolutions don’t always get the attention they deserve, but they are an important step in forming the party’s platform. Resolutions submitted in advance and approved by unanimous voice vote at the convention included: ● A call for a study to identify and promote an effective means of regulating the misuse of artificial intelligence without infringing on our protected First Amendment rights. ● A call for comprehensive campaign finance reform at both the state and federal level. ● A call for a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza and condemnation of the rising antisemitism and anti-Islamic hate in the world. ● A call for humanitarian aid, restoration of UNRWA funding to Palestine and a permanent ceasefire in Gaza ● Support of the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021 at all levels of government. ● A call for abolishment of the death penalty ● Support for President Biden and his administration’s efforts and successes.In summary, the 2024 RCDP Convention was a success in terms of engaging Richland County Democrats in the political process of choosing leadership, developing our value statements, hearing from our delegation and candidates, and for providing avenues for organizing on a very local level.

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RCDP County Party Officers

Valerie Moore

Chair

Sam Johnson

1st Vice Chair

Maryann wright

2nd Vice Chair

myles taste

3rd Vice Chair

marcurius byrd

SCDP Executive Committeeman

margaret sumpter

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sherron Williams

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True Blue Newsletter May/Jun 2024

<h2>RCDP NEWS!</h2><h2>Our new address is 1929 Gadsden St, Columbia, SC </h2>Volunteers are invited to join us during our regular Monday – Thursday office hours. Bring your lunch on Mondays from 12pm – 1:30pm for conversation and community.

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<h2>Jan 27, 2025</h2>During the months following the election, the RCDP team of volunteers and friends have been actively listening, reflecting and planning next steps. Intense emotions, anxieties and concerns have been hallmarks of one-on-one conversations and group listening sessions during this significant shift in the leadership of our nation.The loss of so many notable and dedicated leaders in recent months has intensified concerns for the future. We’ve mourned the recent losses of remarkable leaders like <a href="https://www.cartercenter.org/about/experts/jimmy_carter.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">President Jimmy Carter,</a> <a href="https://scdp.org/scdp-news/press-releases/honoring-the-life-and-legacy-of-congressman-john-spratt/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Congressman John Spratt</a> and <a href="https://scdp.org/scdp-news/press-releases/south-carolina-democrats-mourn-the-loss-of-former-state-senator-kay-patterson/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Senator Kay Patterson</a>, who, as elected leaders, fought for the democratic values we hold so dear. More losses came with the passing of <a href="https://sc.edu/uofsc/posts/2024/12/james-solomon-jr-legacy.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener">James L. Solomon, Jr.</a>, <a href="https://scafricanamerican.com/dr-lonnie-randolph/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dr. Lonnie B. Randolph</a> and <a href="https://www.justiceforallsc.org/profile/thomas-gaither/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Thomas Gaither</a> who led on a local level. but had an impact reaching far beyond our state’s borders.Now, as we move into uncertain and challenging times, we must hold onto the values of justice and equality that so many of those who came before us devoted their lives to. The Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., set expectations that remain true to this day. In his words, “Change does not roll in on the wheels of inevitability, but comes through continuous struggle. And so we must straighten our backs and work for our freedom.”It may not be possible for us to see all the results of our efforts for justice and peace now, but we must carry on in our determination to realize these ideals for future generations.I invite you to join with others who care at the Richland County Democratic Party as we continue in this work together. You can find opportunities at <a href="http://richlandscdems.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">richlandscdems.com</a> for listening sessions, surveys, social and educational opportunities, candidate workshops, actions to prepare for upcoming elections and more.

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