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What is the ADTC?
The Amherst Democratic Town Committee (ADTC) is the local arm of the Democratic Party. Our job is to represent the values and priorities of Amherst's registered Democrats. Members work with the Democratic State Committee and Democratic National Committee to advocate for and support Democratic Party values and candidates.
What does the ADTC do?
All events are open to all interested Amherst residents.
- Mailing List: the ADTC maintains an email mailing list for people who wish to be informed about the activities of the ADTC. To subscribe send email to adtc-subscribe@bierfaristo.com.
- Caucus: the ADTC organizes local Democratic Party Caucuses to select Delegates to the annual Democratic State Convention. Only registered Democrats in the Town of Amherst may vote in the caucuses.
- Monthly Meetings: the ADTC normally meets every ?3rd? Thursday of the month at Fort River School from 7:30-9pm. We discuss political issues, hear updates about the state and national committees, and plan events for Democrats in Amherst.
- Suppers at the Harp: Join us for a Sunday Supper at the Harp once a month. These events are designed create community among Democratics and progressives. Supper is served and each event includes a guest speaker to discuss a current and important political issue (perhaps we should ask for input from Mary about this part?)
- Campaign Support: During campaign seasons, the ADTC aids Democratic candidates by remaining very active in all campaign activities. ADTC members work in the campaign offices, hold signs, march in parades, and provide information about the candidates.
- Democratic State Convention: The annual Democratic State Convention is run jointly by the State Committee and local committees. In 2004, the State Convention was hosted by our own Amherst Committee! Each year, we organize and run the local caucus to elect Amherst delegates to the convention. Any Democrat who votes in Amherst is encouraged to run.
Who can join ADTC?
- The 35 official members of the committee are elected through the Amherst town ballot during presidential Democratic primaries. Members are elected to four-year terms. Elected members are expected to attend regular monthly meetings throughout the year, and volunteer at special events. Annual member dues are $35??
- Everyone is welcome to attend meetings. Regular attendees may petition to become ''Associate Members," who can vote on all issues except motions to spend Committee funds.
How can I participate?
To learn more about the ADTC, find out event times, or become a member of our email listserv, please contact...
ELECTED OFFICIALS
The ADTC is proud of our local elected officials and the work they do to represent us:
State Senator Stanley Rosenberg: Senator Rosenberg has held many leadership positions in the State Senatel. He is presently President Pro Tempore and chair of the Senate Ways and Means Committee. He is a particularly strong advocate of public higher education in Massachusetts (what else to write?)
State Representative Ellen Story: Representative Story is currently serving her sixth term in the Masschusetts State Legislature. She sits on the Steering Policy and Scheduling committee, the Homeland Security and Federal Affairs Committee, Mental Health, and Arts and Tourism. She works tirelesssly for the interests and values of her Amherst/Granby district. Her office may be reached at ###
Governor's Council Member Peter Vickery: