There are all kinds of ways that you can become involved in local Democratic politics:
Vote. Only half of South Carolinians are registered to vote. And of those, only half vote. That means only about 25 percent of people who can vote are actually participating in free elections for which our ancestors fought and died. As of today, people have been registering in droves, so it’s priority to make sure these people receive their voter registration cards and are on the rolls. If you register, call the Elections Commission to make sure you are on the rolls this November.
Organize your neighborhood. Meet with members of your precinct to build a local Democratic presence. To find out who your precinct leaders are, contact chairman Jamie Sanderson or one of our officers.
Join. Visit with Georgetown-area Democrats at the next Executive Committee meeting
Canvass. Canvass neighborhoods and get people to register to vote.
Give. Contribute money to help the county party push its mainstream message. Mail contributions to P.O. Box 2497, Georgetown, S.C. – 29442.
Write a letter. Write a letter to a local newspaper. Remember to make your letter timely, make your points clearly, support your facts and be concise. Type your letter and include your name, address and phone number. If you need e-mail addresses for newspapers, please e-mail Jamie Sanderson.
Volunteer. You can always volunteer to help the local party or volunteer with a local candidate. Call the County Party, 547-2762 or contact one of our officers.
Phone. Call into wacko talk radio shows when they spread inaccuracies, lies or misinformation. Don’t be shy – Speak Up!
Advertise. Put a campaign yard sign in your yard or a bumper sticker on your car. Call Jamie Sanderson or an officer for information on this.
Monitor. Attend local government meetings and let your leaders know when they’re right and when they’re wrong.
