The DC Latino Caucus encourages all interested members to run to represent Latino interests before the DC Democratic Party (also known as DCDSC) in Washington DC. (Backgound information: DCSDC Constitution Constitution.pdf)
Online election is May 1, 2021.
To run for an Ex-Officio seat, you must meet the following requirements:
· Be a member of the DC Latino Caucus PAC for at least 30 days prior to election. (Join or renew here: www.dclc.org/membership) Deadline to renew or become a member is April 1, 2021. (Remember that those who will vote for you must also renew or join DCLC.)
· Be registered to vote in Washington DC.
· Be a registered Democrat in Washington DC.
· Actively reside in Washington DC and be a US Citizen of Latino background.
How to apply:
Make your candidacy known no later than April 17, 2021. Send the following materials to information@dclc.org. On email subject write “Ex Officio Candidacy.”
A short biography including background and experience relevant to the position (maximum 500 words).
A paragraph (max. 500 words) stating why you want to be elected to serve as the Latino representative to the DC Democratic State Committee if elected. Note: Elected Ex Officio Representatives also serve on the DCLC board of directors [see our bylaws: DCLC Bylaws Revised January 2020 approved.pdf ]
Your resume (maximum 3 pages) with home address and contact information.
A head shot with clear resolution of 380x380 px for use on the DCLC website.
Provide a copy of voter registration card or a printout from the DC Board of Elections (https://www.dcboe.org/Voters/Register-To-Vote/Check-Voter-Registration-Status)
Note: You must be a member 30 days prior to the election to be eligible to vote or to be elected.