MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR - MAY EDITION
By Kim Savage
Summer is coming and the next election seems to be far off
in the distance, so it might seem natural to check out for a few months and
take a break from politics. While it is true that the pace might be a little
slower, the work must continue to ensure success in 2020.
The last two national election cycles have confirmed that
we cannot rely on only strong Democratic voters to elect Democrats locally. We
must expand our outreach to sporadic voters, especially those who have bought
into the myth that DuPage County is solidly Republican. We need to continue to
educate people that every vote matters. We need to encourage people to be among
the many voices that stand up for community, for social justice, and for
equality. We must be ready to welcome more people to the cause.
Are you new to the world of Democratic politics? Do you
know people who have blindly voted Republican, or haven’t voted, who should be
voting with the party of the people? If so, please invite them to join you at a
social event or one of our monthly meetings. If you have been on the sidelines
looking in, you are welcome to help build the future. While we do want to
welcome people who genuinely support Democratic values, we must be cognizant
that there are people who will jump onto the Blue Wave to bolster their
agendas, boost their egos, or disrupt the positive flow that continues to swell
for our causes.
We have our work cut out for us from the Presidency down to
the County Board. Find your place in the movement and help your friends find
theirs. Together we can accomplish great things! Be the change you want to see!
