Welcome to the Haywood Democrats

2021 County Convention – Sat April 10

Haywood County Democrats will meet via Zoom at 10:00 am Saturday, April 10 to elect party leaders for the next two years during the annual County Convention.

Canton Mayor Zeb Smathers will discuss the importance of the 2021 municipal and the 2022 mid term elections during a keynote address.  

Agenda items will include the recognition of new precinct officers,  remarks from 2021/2022 candidates, the election of county (Party) officers, delegates to the 11th Congressional District Convention and delegates to the NC Democratic Party State Executive Committee.

Any registered Democrat is welcome to participate in the convention, but voting power is limited to party members who were designated as delegates during the annual precinct meeting held on March 15, 2021.

To ensure security, participants MUST pre-register no later Wednesday, April 7 by using the following link:  https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYuf-CsqzwvH9UQrwtf0USiea0USUsxs9Ot

After registering, and upon approval, you will receive a confirmation email containing information to join the meeting.

New Office Hours

We are now open Monday though Friday, 10 am to 2 pm.

Don’t miss the big sale!

Orders are being taken for these T-shirts:  blue with gold lettering. Ball caps can also be ordered. $15 each for the shirts; caps are $12. Call 828-452-9607 or come by Democrat HQ to place your order.

What We Stand For

Democrats from across the state are united by shared values that define who we are and what we stand for. That means fighting to ensure all North Carolinians have a fair shot at a good life, regardless of their background, where they came from, what they’re worth, or who they love.

Economy

Education

Environment

Fair Representation

Healthcare

Inclusion & Diversity

Events

Regular Monthly Meetings

Democratic Women – 3rd Thursday of the month – 6:30pm – Meetings currently Canceled. Email Myrna Campbell for details. myrna233@gmail.com

Senior Democrats –  last Tuesday of every month – 1:00pm .
Currently meeting on ZOOM. – Contact Juanita Dixon for an invitation: sjdixon28716@yahoo.com

Democratic Men – 4th Thursday of the month – 6:00pm – Captain’s Bay, Russ Ave, Waynesville CANCELED

Executive Meeting – 3rd Monday of each month – 6:30pm –  currently meeting via Zoom. Email us for details. haywooddemocrats@gmail.com

Auxiliary Groups

Democratic Women

The objectives of the Haywood County Democratic Women’s Club are to support the principles of the Democratic Party; to encourage able Democratic women to seek public office; and to participate in Democratic Party activities. The HCDWC also works to elect Democratic Party candidates and lends support to Democratic elected officials. Come join us at our Zoom meetings! Email Natasha to receive an invitation to join Zoom. Natasha Bright, President, natbright77@gmail.com

Senior Democrats

The Haywood Senior Democrats welcome all Democrats over 50 to join us. We encourage senior Democrats to have an active interest in governmental affairs and to support the issues and candidates that promote democratic ideals. We strive to promote equal justice, and the welfare and happiness of the people of our county, state, and country.–  Meeting the last Tuesday of every month – 1:00 pm. Currently meeting via Zoom. Please email Juanita in order to be invited to the Zoom meetings.
Juanita Dixon, President, sjdixon28716@yahoo.com

Democratic Men

The purpose of the Haywood County Democratic Men’s Club is to promote the interests of the Democratic Party and to help get Democratic candidates elected to all levels of government. In addition, the club provides financial assistance and counsel to the Haywood Democratic Party. Join us the 4th Thursday of the month – Not currently meeting
Steve Ellis, President, ellis849@bellsouth.net

Young Democrats

Jesse Ross is working to reorganize the Haywood County Young Democrats. Any registered Democrat under the age of 36 interested in joining should contact us. Email us at: youngdemshaywoodnc@gmail.com. Or contact Jesse directly (828) 246-5702. Please send a text or leave a message to introduce yourself so his phone doesn’t register your calls as spam.

Any group of 5 or more young Democrats can organize within their county as an official chapter of Young Democrats of North Carolina (YDNC). By promoting the values of freedom, fairness, equality and social justice, the Young Democrats organization provides the youth of North Carolina a vehicle for progressive change.