New Jersey Democrats (pictured above) lent their presence to the Democratic National Committee on Saturday as their party elected Ken Martin to fill the vacancy of DNC chair.
Martin prevailed at the Democrats’ convention in the National Harbor in Maryland, clinching a majority of the voting members on the first ballot, more than 100 votes above the second-place finisher, Wisconsin Democratic Party chair Ben Wikler.
A longtime tactician and Minnesota state party leader, Martin served as a vice chair of the Harris-Walz campaign.
Martin had been the front-runner from the beginning of the race, leveraging his relationships with the more than 400 voting members of the DNC that he forged over more than a decade of work inside the institutional Democratic Party.
“We have one team, the Democratic Party, and we have one fight. The fight’s not in here, it’s out there,” he said in his victory speech.
“The fight right now is against Donald Trump and the billionaires who bought this country.”
Democrats also picked veteran Somerset County Democratic Committee Chair Peg Schaffer to serve as ASDC Eastern Caucus Representative to the DNC executive committee.
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New Jersey Democrats are celebrating the recent victory of Martin as the new Chairman of the Democratic National Committee (DNC). Martin, a seasoned political strategist and longtime party member, was elected to the position in a closely contested race that saw him emerge as the frontrunner.
The election of Martin as DNC Chairman is seen as a significant win for New Jersey Democrats, as it not only elevates a member of their own party to a position of national prominence but also signals a shift towards a more progressive and inclusive agenda within the DNC.
Martin’s victory is particularly meaningful for New Jersey Democrats, who have long been at the forefront of pushing for progressive policies and social justice issues. With Martin at the helm of the DNC, many believe that the party will be better positioned to advance these priorities on a national level.
In his acceptance speech, Martin emphasized the importance of unity within the Democratic Party and pledged to work tirelessly to ensure that all voices are heard and represented. He also highlighted the need for the party to focus on grassroots organizing and community engagement in order to build a strong and sustainable movement for change.
New Jersey Democrats are hopeful that Martin’s leadership will bring about a new era of success for the party, both in terms of electoral victories and policy achievements. With his experience and dedication to progressive values, many believe that Martin is the right person to lead the DNC into the future.
Overall, the election of Martin as DNC Chairman is a cause for celebration among New Jersey Democrats, who see it as a positive step towards a more inclusive and effective Democratic Party. As they look towards the future, they are confident that under Martin’s leadership, the party will be able to make significant strides in advancing their shared values and priorities.
