Welcome

Welcome to Duke Democrats. Whether you're an old dog or a new hand, we hope you'll be able to find something of interest in our organization. Check out the [projects] to read about ways teams of Duke Dems are helping leaders function in the community. Check the [blog] to read what members are thinking and talking about-- see for yourself which issues are at the heart of the youth of the party and contribute your thoughts! [become a member] has information about how you can get on our e-mail listserv, run by the College Democrats of America, and how to sign up to post on the blog. Once you've joined, check out the [calendar] for information about ongoing events. Finally check out the [links] to other resources for Democrats and activists both on and off Duke's campus, and please feel free to [contact us] with any questions or comments you have.

Thanks for checking out the site, and keep in mind: the future of the party is now, and we're here to push it forward.

With love and respect,
Vijay Brihmadesam and Benjamin Abram
Co-Presidents, Duke Democrats

Elections April 11th

Email Hillary Caron (hrc6@duke.edu) if you are interested in running. Intentions must be in by April 1st along with an optional paragraph on why you are running. The list of elected positions are in the constitution below!

 

The Constitution

Preamble

As the student wing of the Democratic Party, we, the Duke Democrats, hereby dedicate ourselves to organizing college students from across the nation in order to inspire and assist the participation of Duke students into the political process and the Democratic Party. We strive to better our country and to promote the principles of equality, opportunity, social justice, and freedom within a just and strong society. As college students, we dedicate ourselves to representing the interests of students and youth within the political process.

As Democrats, we aim to promote the principles of our party. As part of our mission, we call for full participation without regard to sex, race ethnic origin, religion, physical handicap, socioeconomic status, or sexual orientation. For these ends and upon these principles, we, Democratic college students, do hereby associate ourselves and adopt this Constitution as Duke Democrats.

Click here to view the entire constitution (.doc file).