A day before democrats elect new party chair
You're referring to the upcoming Democratic National Committee (DNC) election to choose a new chairperson!
As of today, January 24th, the DNC is set to hold its winter meeting on January 24-26, where party members will gather to elect a new chairperson to succeed Tom Perez, who has been serving as the chair since 2017.
The election is expected to be a significant event, as the new chair will play a crucial role in shaping the party's strategy and direction ahead of the 2024 presidential election.
Several candidates have announced their bids for the chairmanship, including:
- Jaime Harrison, a former South Carolina Democratic Party chairman and a former aide to Senator Dick Durbin.
- Maya Wiley, a former counsel to Mayor Bill de Blasio and a former member of the New York City Council.
- Nina Turner, a former Ohio state senator and a former national chair of the Bernie Sanders presidential campaign.
- Rep. James Clyburn (D-SC), the House Majority Whip and a longtime Democratic leader.
- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY), the House Democratic Caucus Chairman and a rising star in the party.
The election is expected to be a close contest, with each candidate vying for the support of the 447 DNC members who will cast ballots. The winner will serve a two-year term as chairperson, with the possibility of re-election in 2025.
Stay tuned for updates on the election and the candidates' campaigns!