Here are links to local and state resources for accurate information: La guía Voting 101 escrita por el Supervisor de Elecciones (SOE) contiene detalles sobre diferentes aspectos de la votación. Consulte esa y otras partes del sitio web de SOE para obtener información completa. A continuación se enumeran los principales puntos a considerar: Para verificar el estado del registro de votantes: Los votantes anteriores deben verificar su estado de registro de votantes antes de las elecciones, solo para asegurarse de que todo esté bien. Ven aquí: https://registration.elections.myflorida.com/CheckVoterStatus Es una buena práctica hacer esto varias semanas antes de una elección para que tenga tiempo de hacer correcciones. Para actualizar la información de registro de votantes: Si necesita actualizar su información de registro de votante (cambio de nombre o dirección, cambio de firma, etc.), vaya aquí para hacerlo en línea: https://registertovoteflorida.gov/home Para registrarse para votar: Vaya en línea aquí para registrarse: https://registertovoteflorida.gov/home También puede ir al Centro de Elecciones, el Departamento de Vehículos Motorizados o las oficinas del Recaudador de Impuestos para registrarse en persona. Para registrarse, debe ser ciudadano de EE. UU., Residente de Florida, 18 años o más (puede preinscribirse a los 16), no ser un delincuente convicto o sus derechos civiles han sido restaurados, no declarados mentalmente incompetentes Puede solicitar registrarse para votar en cualquier momento, pero debe hacerlo al menos 29 días antes de una elección para poder votar en esa elección. Para solicitar una boleta por correo: Vaya en línea aquí para solicitar una boleta de votación por correo: https://www.martinvotes.com/ballot-by-mail-request/ Las boletas de votación por correo se envían por correo aproximadamente 30 días antes de cada elección. No se pueden reenviar. Para verificar su lugar de votación (precinto): Vaya en línea aquí para verificar la ubicación de su recinto: https://www.martinvotes.com/election-information/precinct-locations/#Search Consulte con el DEC para averiguar si hay un capitán de distrito para su distrito. Para convertirse en trabajador electoral (trabajador electoral) de la Oficina del Supervisor de Elecciones: Vaya en línea aquí para ser voluntario como trabajador electoral (secretario, secretario auxiliar, inspector, técnico y diputado electoral): https://www.martinvotes.com/election-information/become-an-election-worker/ ¡Siempre es prudente que los demócratas participen como trabajadores electorales! Para obtener una descripción general completa de las normas de votación, consulte la guía Voting 101 escrita por el Supervisor de Elecciones. Be sure you are registered

Florida legislative session 2022 bills Call to Action on 2026 Bills What should you do? TAKE ACTION......DON'T JUST SIT AND FUME . We should all be aware of what legislation is pending and provide input: Contact your local representatives and let them know whether you support or disapprove of pending bills and urge them to vote accordingly Contact the bill's sponsor and let them know you support or disapprove of their bill and why. Contact members of the committee where the bill lies and urge them to approve or not approve the bill Write a Letter to the Editor letting the public know about some of the good or troubling bills. Let your family and friends know about bills that are especially troublesome and encourage them to contact legislators and write letters to the editor. Spread the word on social media about the harmful bills being considered (or conversely, loudly support bills that you feel address issues appropriately). The bottom line: The more legislators hear from the public, the better. It's the way democracy works.

Haga clic en los accesos directos a continuación o desplácese por esta página para ver estos temas: Organización del Partido Demócrata: DNC, FDP, DEC Papel del DEC Equipo de liderazgo de DEC Boletín MC Demócratas Actas de la reunión del DEC Estatutos de DEC Sitio web de FDP Sitio web de DNC Plataforma del Partido Demócrata Our Party El DNC, FDP y DEC: Estas organizaciones son la piedra angular del Partido Demócrata. DNC es el Comité Nacional Demócrata (DNC), que es la organización del partido nacional. Jaime Harrison es el presidente, elegido en enero de 2021. Consulte el sitio web del Partido Nacional Demócrata para obtener detalles de su organización. FDP es el Partido Demócrata de Florida, una de las organizaciones estatales del partido. Manny Díaz es presidente, elegido en enero de 2021. Consulte el sitio web de Florida Democrats para obtener detalles sobre su organización. DEC es el Comité Ejecutivo Demócrata, que es la organización del partido del condado. Cada condado de un estado puede tener su propio DEC. Mary Higgins es nuestra presidenta, elegida en enero de 2021. El DNC, FDP y DEC actúan juntos para apoyar y elegir candidatos demócratas. Alcanzamos ese objetivo juntos honrando los ideales del Partido Demócrata de justicia social, racial, económica, ambiental y política. Volver arriba Responsabilidades de DEC Como brazo oficial del Partido Demócrata de Florida, El DEC del Condado de Martin tiene el objetivo de construir una sólida base demócrata de votantes en la que todos los candidatos del Partido Demócrata puedan apoyarse. DEC está involucrado en el siguiente trabajo: Supervisa el funcionamiento diario del Partido Demócrata en el condado de Martin, organizando voluntarios para realizar gran parte de este trabajo. Promueve programas para aumentar el registro de votantes, el uso de boletas por correo y GOTV (Get Out the Vote) Proporciona capacitación e instalaciones para la banca telefónica y el escrutinio de candidatos. Recauda fondos para los esfuerzos del Partido Demócrata en el condado Recluta candidatos demócratas para cargos locales y brinda orientación y apoyo financiero. Participa en eventos comunitarios para mostrar nuestra fiesta a otros residentes de Martin. Apoya el trabajo de nuestros caucus y clubes Patrocina el sitio web de los demócratas del condado de Martin y varias páginas de Facebook; envía un boletín que destaca los acontecimientos de la fiesta Acoge la reunión mensual del DEC Trabaja con otros grupos DEC de Florida y el FDP para coordinar y elaborar estrategias para las victorias demócratas Membresía DEC El DEC está formado por Martin Demócratas como usted, personas que se preocupan profundamente por nuestro condado, estado y país; personas que creen que los valores democráticos deben utilizarse para guiar a nuestros responsables políticos y al gobierno; personas que quieran ser parte de la solución y estén dispuestas a ofrecer voluntariamente su tiempo y energía para esta búsqueda. Los miembros de DEC generalmente provienen de los siguientes tres grupos: Miembros del distrito electoral: cada distrito electoral del condado de Martin puede tener un miembro del comité y una mujer del comité elegidos como miembros del DEC. Si un precinto tiene más de 1000 demócratas registrados, tiene derecho a un miembro del comité de precinto y una mujer del comité adicionales. Cada uno cumple un mandato de 4 años. (Nota: Hay 28 precintos en el condado de Martin). Miembros automáticos: los funcionarios electos que son demócratas de Martin y los presidentes de clubes y comités demócratas se incluyen como miembros del DEC. Siguen siendo miembros durante la duración de su mandato. Miembros designados: el presidente del DEC puede nombrar a los demócratas Martin para el DEC, sujeto a la aprobación de los miembros del DEC. Estos son puestos anuales. Consulte los Estatutos para obtener más detalles sobre la membresía. Reuniones DEC El DEC se reúne el tercer lunes de cada mes a las 7:00 pm, actualmente a través de Zoom. Tenga en cuenta que las reuniones mensuales del DEC están abiertas a todos los miembros del Partido Demócrata. No es necesario ser miembro de DEC para asistir. Si usted es un demócrata registrado en el condado de Martin y le gustaría asistir a una reunión como invitado, comuníquese con la presidenta del DEC, Mary Higgins, con anticipación. Número de teléfono: 772-519-3820 Correo electrónico: mountunion1978@aol.com Volver arriba Volver arriba Equipo de liderazgo de DEC Silla DEC Vicepresidente de DEC Secretario de DEC Secretario de DEC Secretario de DEC Secretario de DEC Volver arriba Recursos Archivos del boletín informativo demócratas del condado de Martin: Haga clic aqui Actas de la reunión del DEC 2021 del condado de Martin: enero febrero marcha abril Mayo junio julio ago Estatutos DEC del Condado de Martin (adoptados el 19 de octubre de 2020): Haga clic aqui Sitio web del Partido Demócrata de Florida (FDP): Haga clic aqui Sitio web del Partido Nacional Demócrata (DNC): Haga clic aqui Plataforma del Partido Demócrata: Lo que creemos Para obtener información general y aspectos destacados de la plataforma, haga clic aquí Para ver la plataforma completa de 92 páginas, haga clic aquí Volver arriba DEC DEC Leadership Team Newsletter DEC Bylaws

A Day with Jim Moir, Indian Riverkeeper The Martin County DEC is pleased to offer this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to spend the day with Jim Moir, Indian Riverkeeper. This is how he explains the day tour: Join the Indian Riverkeeper for a Day on the Water. Jim Moir will take you and up to 4 friends (total of 5) on a data collection excursion. I will take you on a tour of the winding Southfork and C-44 up to the S-80 locks and over to the North Fork of the St Lucie River. We will collect samples and talk about habitat health, water management, and water quality issues. We will then take a tour of the Southern Indian River Lagoon. We’ll talk about issues that affect the whole 156 miles of the Indian River lagoon and what both the Indian Riverkeeper and you can do to advocate for a clean river. Our journey will utilize our recently donated Grady White 28’ Sailfish boat. We’ll have some snacks, a light lunch, and cool water. The Indian Riverkeeper is part scientist, teacher and legal advocate with firsthand knowledge of 4 jurisdictional waterways and an unwavering commitment to the rights of community and the rule of law. Whether on the water, classroom or courtroom, waterkeepers speak for the waters they defend with the backing of the community and the collective strength of the Waterkeepers Alliance and Waterkeepers Florida. Come have some fun, learn a little, and enjoy the beauty of our unique ecosystem, the real treasure of the Treasure Coast. Make memories that will last a lifetime. Whether you purchase this for your own family or go in with friends to pool money together, this will be an unforgettable experience for anyone.

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Martin County Democrats celebrate Black History Month! This year's theme is Black Resistance, a topic that seems especially relevant with DeSantis's recent attack on AP African American Studies. Click here for an overview of Black History Month. Click here to sign a letter to the DeSantis Administration condemning their decision to deny the AP African American studies course from being offered in Florida.

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Sample Ballots - Primary (Local) Election - August 18, 2026 Ballots are put together for the three specific areas listed here: Sample Ballot for Democratic Voters in Stuart Sample Ballot for Democratic Voters in Indiantown Sample Ballot for Martin County Democratic Voters not living in Stuart or Indiantown Ballots are in .pdf form and can be downloaded and printed. Back to 2026 Midterms

We're doing something different this year at Docktails. We're having a LIVE AUCTION ! What you should do to prepare for the auction: Read up on the live auction items below. Click on each item to get more info, pictures, etc. See which ones interest you. Get prepared to place a bid. If one of the exciting water items interests you (a day with the Indian Riverkeeper out on the St Lucie, a kayaking tour, or a sunset cruise), talk to friends and family to see if you all can go in together, pool your money, and have someone at Docktails to place a bid. You could also do this for the Monarch Country Club group of 4 golfing package or the culinary tours. This can be a fun part of the Docktails program. Don't sit on the sidelines. Decide which items you want to bid on now, and then be prepared to bid individually or as a group on the items at Docktails. Check or credit card accepted. If you cannot make it to Docktails, find a friend who is going and tell them to make a bid for you. A big THANK YOU to all the businesses that contributed to this auction. Without your generosity, there would be no auction. And a big THANK YOU to Allen Bornstein from Legends Radio 100.3 WLML-FM for being our emcee and auctioneer. Be a part of the winning team: All proceeds from the live auction go to the Martin County Democratic Party to help us win in 2026! **PLEASE CLICK ON THE WORDED TITLE OF EACH AUCTION ITEM BELOW TO SEE MORE DESCRIPTION AND PICTURES** Sunset Cruise to Bird Island for up to 8 people Estate Planning Package Culinary Tour of Martin County #2 Lunch with Bob Crandall Culinary Tour of Martin County - #1 Pinder's Nursery Extravaganza An Afternoon wtih Doug Stewart, Handyman Round of Golf for 4 at Monarch Kayak or Paddleboard Tour on St Lucie Inlet for up to 4 people A Day with Jim Moir, the Indian Riverkeeper...Good for up to 5 people Wine & Cheese Gift Basket

DONACIÓN ÚNICA ¡SÍ! Ayudaré a apoyar la democracia haciendo un DONACIÓN ÚNICA al Partido Demócrata del Condado de Martin ¡Haga clic aquí para donar hoy! If you prefer to pay by check, make check payble to Martin County DEC and mail to PO Box 1497, Stuart, FL 34995 Donate

Voter Guide 2022 Vote for Your Democratic Candidates US Senate Val Demings US House District 21 Corinna Balderramos Robinson Governor/Lt Governor Charlie Crist & Karla Hernandez-Mats Attorney General Aramis Ayala Chief Financial Officer Adam Hattersley Commissioner of Agriculture Naomi Esther Blemur State House District 85 Curtis Tucker District 86 Raymond Denzel Go to the Martin County Supervisor of Elections website to view your sample ballot.. Go here to fill in your name and birthdate and the app will display your personalized sample ballot so you can get acquainted with the categories and layout. Print it out so you have a copy. Dates and times to remember: Oct 11: Voter registration deadline Oct 30: Vote-by-Mail request deadline Oct 26 - Nov 5: Early in-person voting, 8am - 5pm daily Nov 8: Vote-by-Mail ballots must be received in the SOE office by 7pm Nov 8 : ELECTION DAY! Polls open 7am - 7pm Still have questions? Call the Martin County Democrats office at 772-221-0405 Do you want to print out a copy of this guide? Click here for a printable copy of this page. Florida Supreme Court Justices: Should they be retained? Short answer: Either vote NO for all the justices, or vote NO for all justices except Justice Labarga, who is considered less conservative than the others. Some detail: Justices are initially appointed by governors but face a retention vote on the first general election more than one year after their appointment. If elected, they serve six-year terms . Currently all justices on the ballot were appointed by Republican governors. Out of the 5 justices up for retention, Justice Jorge Labarga seems to be the most moderate. While some Democrats advocate NO for all the justice retentions, others believe they should vote YES for Justice Labarga and NO for all the others. The Palm Beach Editorial Board recommends a YES for Labarga and a NO for all the others. Click here to view their discussion. If you'd like to research the justices further, here are some sites to consider: https://www.floridabar.org/public/faircts/votes010/2020-merit-retention-biographies/ https://www.votingforjustice.com/candidates/florida-supreme-court https://ballotpedia.org/Florida_Supreme_Court_elections,_2022 4th District Court of Appeals Judges: Should they be retained? Short answer: Either vote NO for all the judges, or vote NO for all the judges except Justice Gross, who was appointed by a Democratic governor. Some detail: Similar election process as Supreme Court judges. All were appointed by Republican governors except for Justice Gross, who was appointed by Lawton Chiles. Check out these websites to learn about the 7 judges up for retention. https://www.4dca.org/Judges https://ballotpedia.org/Florida_Fourth_District_Court_of_Appeal Amendments : There are 3 constitutional amendments on the ballot. Short answer: Vote NO on all amendments. Some detail: Note that all of these were brought about by the Legislature, not the public, which requires us to look at these amendments closely. Many Democrats are voting NO for all 3 amendments. In fact, the Palm Beach Post Editorial Board recently recommended a NO vote for all amendments: Click here to view their analysis . Here is our own breakdown of the amendments: Amendent #1: Effective January 1, 2023 this amendment authorizes the Legislature to prevent flood resistance improvements made to a home (such as putting on stilts) from being considered when determining a property's assessed value for property taxes. Analysis: Some would argue this is good because it provides an incentive to homeowners to make their buildings more resilient to storms. Others argue this would reduce the ad valorem taxes available for local government, that this would primarly benefit the wealthy, and that the state should not be amending the constitution for such purposes. Amendment #2: This amendment would abolish the Constitution Revision Commission (CRC). This body meets every 20 years to determine what amendments to the State Constitution are needed and, if approved, the amendment is then put on the ballot. Analysis: Those supporting this amendment say the CRC has put forth unpopular and sometimes confusing amendments and this body is no longer needed. Others say that this is one significant means by which the public can update the state's constitution periodically and should be left in place. Safeguards could be enacted to improve amendment wording and to prevent bundling of issues within the amendments, which has caused confusion in the past. Amendment #3: This amendment would let the Legislature give an additional homestead tax exemption of $50,000 on the assessed value of homestead property owned by classroom teachers, law enforcement officers, corrrectional officers, firefighters, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, child welfare services professionals, active-duty members of the United States Armed Forces, and Florida National Guard members. Analysis: Some would argue this is an appropriate benefit to provide to workers in these fields, while others would argue providing an additional $50k property tax exemption is unwise. They point out that salaries for these professions should be increased and that government should work to provide more affordable housing, not reduce local government money by providing additional tax exemptions. For more discussion on the merits of these amendments, you might check out these sites: https://lwvfl.org/amendments-2022/ (League of Women Voters) https://bit.ly/3M0qNc8 (Florida Tax Watch) https://wusfnews.wusf.usf.edu/politics-issues/2022-09-15/constitutional-amendments-florida-2022-ballot-explanation *********************************************************** *Details on In-Person Early Voting* Oct 26 – Nov 5 8am – 5pm daily Early Voting Locations: STUART Elections Center (SOE Office), 135 SE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd Robert Morgade Library, 5851 SE Community Dr HOBE SOUND Hobe Sound Library, 10595 SE Federal Hwy INDIANTOWN Elisabeth Lahti Library, 15200 SW Adams Ave JENSEN BEACH Hoke Library, 1150 NE Jack Williams Way J PALM CITY Cummings Library, 2551 SW Matheson Ave You are required to provide current and valid photo and signature identification in order to vote in person. Acceptable forms: • Florida driver’s license • Florida Identification Card (ID) issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles • U.S. passport • Debit or credit card • Military identification • Student identification • Retirement center identification • Neighborhood association identification • Public assistance identification • Veteran health identification card issued by the US Dept. Of Veterans Affairs • A license to carry a concealed weapon or firearm • Employee identification card issued by any branch, department, agency or entity of the Federal Government, the state, county or municipality Visit the Martin County Supervisor of Elections website at https://www.martinvotes.gov/ for further details on all matters related to voting. To reach SOE by phone, call 772-288-5637 during office hours 8am – 5pm.

Estate Planning Package for an Individual or Couple Attorney Virginia ("Ginny") Sherlock is generously offering this auction item for this year's fundraiser. She will prepare an estate planning package for an individual or a couple , including: Last Will and Testament Power of Attorney Living Will Designation of Health Care Surrogate Declaration of Pre-Need Guardian Authorization for Access to Digital Assets Have you recently moved here? Recently divorced? Widowed? Just got married? Been married for a while and still don't have a living will set up for yourselves? Protect yourself and your family by having these documents drawn up now. Don't wait. Attorneys' fees for setting up an estate planning package can be costly. If you are at a point in your life where you need to have an estate planning package created for you, take advantage of this auction item and place a bid! Help the Martin County Democratic Party while you help yourself!!!