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DUTIES: The Democratic Central Committee is responsible for leading and organizing the day-to-day operations of the local Democratic Party. The Committee recommends candidates to the Governor to fill vacancies in state and local offices when a member of the party resigns or dies in office. County Central Committees work with the State Central Committee, which in turn works with the national party.TERM: Four years, no term limit.SALARY: None.HOW ELECTED: Democratic Central Committee members are elected­­­ countywide by registered party members in the Primary Election. Voters may vote for up to 10 candidates. The winners will be determined by the greatest number of votes, while taking into consideration that those elected will be as equally divided by gender as possible. WEBSITE: Maryland Democratic Party

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    Amanda C. Fry (Female)
    (Dem)

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    Edward Gallo (Male)
    (Dem)

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    Erik T. Gulbrandsen (Male)
    (Dem)

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    Piers Heriz-Smith (Male)
    (Dem)

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    Ashley A. Jensen (Female)
    (Dem)

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    Regina C. Oliver (Female)
    (Dem)

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    Melvin S. Rapelyea (Male)
    (Dem)

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    Pamela L. White (Female)
    (Dem)

Biographical Information

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Campaign Phone (443)480-8080
Campaign Email mander.fry@gmail.com
Campaign Mailing Address 25476 Howell Point RD
Betterton, MD 21610
I am a 17 year resident of Kent County and am a registered Democrat. I have been consistent in attending and participating in required meetings and additional gatherings and events. I participate in and am connected to many organizations and groups that serve diverse communities and I am committed to working for the benefit of Kent County citizens.
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I have served on the Kent County Democratic Central Committee for over fifteen years. I bring experience in working with voters, volunteers, and elected officials, as well as campaign management and fundraising. I look forward to serving another term.
Campaign Phone (410)441-4417
Campaign Mailing Address 382 Cypress St
Millington, MD 21651-1160
My name is Piers Heriz-Smith and I am asking for your vote for Democratic Central Committee.

I am a retired veteran and naturalized citizen. I am married to my high-school sweetheart, Rebecca. We have two children: Arthur, 15 and Cannon, 18.

I believe civic involvement and sensible, moral governance keeps America aligned with our stated values of Liberty, Equality, and Justice.

Thank you.
Campaign Phone (410)708-1423
Campaign Email ashalexjensen@gmail.com
Campaign Mailing Address 209 N. Queen St
Chestertown, MD 21620
A lifelong Kent County resident, I have been a proud Democrat since casting my first vote. I am deeply passionate about supporting local Democratic candidates and have hands-on experience ensuring free and fair elections. Organized, hardworking, and dedicated, I am committed to cultivating effective Democratic leaders who reflect our community’s values. Kent County is my home — investing in its future is my purpose.
Campaign Phone (410)371-0323
Campaign Email regina.c.oliver@gmail.com
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Campaign Phone 4434808944
Campaign Email melrapelyea@gmail.com
Campaign Mailing Address 17 Bayside Blvd
Betterton, MD 21610
I am a lifelong Democrat and have been registered and have voted for Democrats since moving to Maryland in 2018. I’ve enjoyed meeting and working with other Democrats since then and therefore joined the Kent County Democratic Club and Central Committee. I ran for Central Committee Chair, to continually invite more Democrats to share and be vocal among others in the county. The committee has been able to assemble regularly, encourage and support candidates and educate fellow county Democrats.
Campaign Phone (301)802-2071
Campaign Email pwhite@kentdems.com
I am a lifetime long Democrat interested in local affairs and have served on the Kent County Democratic Central Committee for ten years. Central Committees serve as the local voice and arm of the national parties, able to address concerns unique to immediate areas.