While the CNY and National GOP want to only blame Trump for their losses (while they run to embrace Stefanik for Governor) they overlook the hard work of the candidates that put themselves in position to win. Many of these candidates in Onondaga County were first time candidates who were motivated by the state of the county and nation at the end of 2024, They went out there and worked hard, raised money, knocked doors, and most of all, believed.
There is a legitimate criticism that Onondaga County Democratic Committee in hindsight left many races blank. I share in that criticism, but they also had many areas with fuller slates than before, and won. And because of the even year law (legislation by NY Democrats and defended by local democrats) in town and County Legislature seats we get another chance next year.
Most towns need committee members, even if those committee members aren’t interested in running for office. The City of Syracuse can be hard to get involved in and towns like Manlius and Dewitt may be currently filled but always find a way to get people involved. However if you live outside those areas but specially in Camillus, Clay, Cicero, Lysander, Salina, Onondaga, Marcellus, Skaneateles, & Van Buren there are openings in committees that are active and will have seats up NEXT year.
Committee people chose the next candidates and help get them on the ballot. You may not run but there is someone in your network that might want to and being involved can help take advantage of this moment. Attached is a list of all Town Chairs on the OCDC website. Their work starts today, so does yours. Get involved, and if you are having an issue, reach out to me and I will help.
https://www.ocdemocrats.com/town-chairs-1
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Dustin M. Czarny 