Odds and Ends

If, for reasons passing all possible understanding, you are not registered to vote, and/or if you are not registered as a Democrat and you want to vote in the Democratic Party primary on September 13, then your deadline to do so is this Saturday, August 20.

There is simply no excuse. You can do it online here..

Also, the Sussex County Democratic Jamboree will be taking place after the primary this year, on September 18, and it will serve as a good unity function.

The Sussex County Democratic Committee will kick off the Fall campaign at its annual Jamboree on Sunday, September 18, 2016 at Cape Henlopen State Park. Voters can meet the winners of the September 13th primary and all the statewide and Sussex County Democratic candidates at this long-running event.
Governor Markell, US Senators Carper and Coons, and Congressman John Carney have all confirmed. Last year’s Jamboree was graced by the appearance of Vice President Joe Biden, who is credited with helping launch this Sussex tradition over 40 years ago.

Jamboree activities begin at 2:00 p.m. and will include a barbecue (provided by the award winning Emings) and speeches by the candidates in and around the Main Pavilion. Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 at the door. Mail checks, payable to “SCDC”, to party chair Mitch Crane,32859 Inlet Way, Lewes, DE 19958.

Speakers at the Jamboree will be Governor Jack Markell, Senator Tom Carper, Senator Chris Coons, Representative John Carney (candidate for Governor), as well as the Democratic candidates for US Congress, Lt. Governor and Insurance Commissioner. Sussex Democratic candidates for State Senate, State House, County Council and Clerk of the Peace will all be showcased.

The theme of this year’s Jamboree is “Rally the Vote” and is an excellent opportunity for residents to meet candidates and elected officials from Sussex County and the rest of the state. Proceeds from the event will help elect candidates on the ballot in Sussex County.

The host of this year’s Jamboree is the 14th Representative District Democratic Committee. Email the Committee chairman, Dick Byrne at rawbyrne@verizon.com or the County Democratic Party chairman, Mitch Crane at judgemitch@aol.com for additional information.