FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the difference between the Escambia County Democratic Party and the Escambia County Democratic Executive Committee?

While the Escambia County Democratic Party consists of every registered Democrat in the county, the DEC is the decision-making body that sets the party's overall direction.

What does a Democratic Executive Committee do?

The Escambia County Democratic Executive Committee (DEC) is the official representative body of registered Democrats in Escambia County. It has supervisory power and jurisdiction over Democratic Party affairs in Escambia County, and its members serve as the "Democratic voice" of their constituency in the precinct they represent. The Escambia County DEC is responsible for turning out the vote in Escambia County, supporting our candidates, and promoting the Democratic principles that we all care about.

What are the priorities of the Escambia County Democratic Party and the Escambia DEC?

Our top priority will be to mobilize Escambia County Democrats for the 2010 elections. We must do our part to help Democrats win our local, state and national elections. Increasing Democratic representation in our local government is essential to our future.

What types of things would be required from me as a DEC member?

Each DEC member is required to attend our monthly meetings, which currently take place at 6:30 pm every third Tuesday of the month. Our meetings usually take place at the Hancock Bank (940 Creighton Road, Pensacola), but please check with us to confirm the location for particular dates.

The main responsibility for DEC members is to reach out to voters and promote the Democratic principles that we all care about. Of course, different people like to do different things, and so our DEC is organized in a way that encourages members to work on the things they like. Some examples of our activities:

  • Event planning (annual fundraising dinners, rallies, etc.)
  • Phone calls to registered Democrats and Independents
  • Walking neighborhoods and visiting voters door-to-door
  • Managing teams
  • Communicating our message (writing letters to the editor, calling into radio programs, etc.)
  • DEC Membership development
  • Developing and presenting training
  • Recruiting new members and/or volunteers
  • Registering voters
  • Participating in community development
  • Serving as liaisons to other local interest groups
  • Writing articles and designing layouts for our DEC newsletters

 
Is there a membership fee?

No, there is no membership fee for joining the DEC.  However, contributions are appreciated.
 
I happen to know that my precinct already has a DEC member. Does that mean I cannot join the DEC?

Even if your precinct already has a DEC member, there are many other ways to become involved in the DEC. Please contact us for more information.
 
What are the rules of the Escambia County DEC?

The Escambia County DEC abides by its Constitution and Bylaws as well as the Florida Democratic Party Charter and Bylaws.
 
Whom should I contact if I have more questions?

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