How to Become a California Delegate to the Democratic National Convention

The Democratic National Convention will be held August 25-28, 2008 in Denver, Colorado (Pepsi Center). At present, there are 4,367 delegate slots nationally (this number will change). Each state must have a Delegation which is 50% female, 50% male or within one, and must have a Delegate Selection Plan that includes Affirmative Action Goals (quotas are prohibited).

If you would like to run to be one of California’s District-Level Delegates here are the simple steps to take to get started:

You must be a registered Democrat and know your congressional district.

Beginning on January 15, 2008, the District-level delegate candidate declaration form, known as “Form A,” will be available on the California Democratic Party website: Click here for more information about how to run to be a delegate..

You must file Form A in order to be run. When completing your form you must pledge your support for one presidential candidate. Should your chosen candidate drop out of the presidential race prior to the Form A filing deadline of April 2, 2008, you have the option to file a new Form A and pledge your support to one of the remaining candidates.

Additional information about how to run to be a delegate is available on the CDP website.

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