We further progressive and democratic ideals

 

The mission of the Cornell Democrats shall be to actively represent and promote the Democratic Party’s interests and ideals within the Cornell community and to foster a community of progressive individuals on the Cornell Campus. The Cornell Democrats shall actively support principles of social, political, and economic justice.

 

General Body meetings are every Wednesday 5:30pm at McGraw 165

As the Cornell Democrats (Cornell Dems), we are the Cornell chapter of the College Democrats of America, and a chapter of the College Democrats of New York. We seek to educate about, lead discussions of, and participate in the political issues of the day. Our focus in on campus, local, national, and international. One of our organization's purposes is to get Democrats elected at the local, state and national level. We meet at least once a week and in these meetings we learn about and discuss politics, host political speakers, organize social action and campaign activities, and participate in the political process. Our meetings are open to anyone whether you are a news junkie or someone just starting to learn about politics.

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It's #MidtermMonday again! This week, we're highlighting Jennifer Wexton, who is running for Congress in Virginia! Special thanks to @alexadamekk for the info!
It's #MidtermMonday again! This week, we're highlighting Jennifer Wexton, who is running for Congress in Virginia! Special thanks to @alexadamekk for the info!
Introducing #MidtermMonday! Every Monday, we'll give a shout-out to one of the many amazing Democrats running in this year's midterm elections!
Introducing #MidtermMonday! Every Monday, we'll give a shout-out to one of the many amazing Democrats running in this year's midterm elections!
Such a wonderful gala on Saturday! Thank you to everyone who joined in supporting the Prisoners’ Legal Services of New York!
Such a wonderful gala on Saturday! Thank you to everyone who joined in supporting the Prisoners’ Legal Services of New York!
A fantastic weekend at @collegedemsny 2018 convention at NYU! Congrats to Jack, Emma, and Jaia for being elected to the new CDNY eboard! #backtoblue
A fantastic weekend at @collegedemsny 2018 convention at NYU! Congrats to Jack, Emma, and Jaia for being elected to the new CDNY eboard! #backtoblue
Yesterday we said #ENOUGH to gun violence but we will continue to fight until we see meaningful action to pass gun control legislation. Stay engaged, stay motivated! #neveragain
Yesterday we said #ENOUGH to gun violence but we will continue to fight until we see meaningful action to pass gun control legislation. Stay engaged, stay motivated! #neveragain
Great to have the six Democratic candidates for NY23 come discuss their platforms yesterday! Our event was featured on the front page of the Cornell Daily Sun! Thank you to Linda Andrei, @eddiesundquist, @goldenforcongress, Max Della Pia, @rickforny23, @mitranoforny23 for a fantastic panel. #dethronetomreed
Great to have the six Democratic candidates for NY23 come discuss their platforms yesterday! Our event was featured on the front page of the Cornell Daily Sun! Thank you to Linda Andrei, @eddiesundquist, @goldenforcongress, Max Della Pia, @rickforny23, @mitranoforny23 for a fantastic panel. #dethronetomreed
Still haven’t stopped by WSH to get your political meme for Valentine’s Day? Tomorrow, 11am-3pm, is the last day of our philanthropic event with @cornellrepublicans. Remember all the proceeds go to Doctors Without Borders!
Still haven’t stopped by WSH to get your political meme for Valentine’s Day? Tomorrow, 11am-3pm, is the last day of our philanthropic event with @cornellrepublicans. Remember all the proceeds go to Doctors Without Borders!
Excited to be cosponsoring the NY-23 Congressional Straw Poll happening now! #DethroneTomReed #voterregistration
Excited to be cosponsoring the NY-23 Congressional Straw Poll happening now! #DethroneTomReed #voterregistration
And there are a lot of boys in Congress who need to be held accountable. Time to vote them out! #WomensMarch2018 #PowerToThePolls #RegisterToVote
And there are a lot of boys in Congress who need to be held accountable. Time to vote them out! #WomensMarch2018 #PowerToThePolls #RegisterToVote
A successful fall debate against the Cornell Republicans!
A successful fall debate against the Cornell Republicans!
A fantastic discussion with Basil Smikle Jr! Thank you for inspiring us to continue this fight and sharing your reflections as the former Exec Director of NYS Democratic Party.
A fantastic discussion with Basil Smikle Jr! Thank you for inspiring us to continue this fight and sharing your reflections as the former Exec Director of NYS Democratic Party.
Learned today that this administration is definitely not NORMal. Honored to host Norman Siegel, former NYCLU director, as he kicks off his Declaration 17 Speaking Tour!
Learned today that this administration is definitely not NORMal. Honored to host Norman Siegel, former NYCLU director, as he kicks off his Declaration 17 Speaking Tour!
Successful #nationalvoterregistrationday yesterday with SUNY Cortland and Indivisible on Campus. S/O to our new member, Jack, for helping out!
Successful #nationalvoterregistrationday yesterday with SUNY Cortland and Indivisible on Campus. S/O to our new member, Jack, for helping out!
Thanks for coming out to our first meeting! Hope to see you next Wednesday!
Thanks for coming out to our first meeting! Hope to see you next Wednesday!
You still have time to find us at club fest! We're here until 4pm so check us out, learn how to get involved, and take a picture with Obama.
You still have time to find us at club fest! We're here until 4pm so check us out, learn how to get involved, and take a picture with Obama.
Thanks to everyone who came out to the Bipartisan BBQ. If you didn't see our quarter card, our first meeting is THIS Wednesday.
Thanks to everyone who came out to the Bipartisan BBQ. If you didn't see our quarter card, our first meeting is THIS Wednesday.
We had such a wonderful time tonight meeting NYS Comptroller DiNapoli and speaking with local Dems like Leslie Danks Burke and Irene Stein!
We had such a wonderful time tonight meeting NYS Comptroller DiNapoli and speaking with local Dems like Leslie Danks Burke and Irene Stein!
New year, same McGraw. Happy first day of class and get ready for Cornell Dems meetings starting in a few weeks!
New year, same McGraw. Happy first day of class and get ready for Cornell Dems meetings starting in a few weeks!
|Summer Spotlights| Sophie Smith, Vice President of Cornell Dems, was the communications intern at New York Disaster Interfaith Services. She contributed and edited the e-newsletter NYDISnet and developed their social media channels.
|Summer Spotlights| Sophie Smith, Vice President of Cornell Dems, was the communications intern at New York Disaster Interfaith Services. She contributed and edited the e-newsletter NYDISnet and developed their social media channels.
|Summer Spotlights| Jaia Clingham-David, Communications Director of Cornell Dems, was an intern at the NYC Comptroller's Press Office this summer. Her work included drafting social media posts, composing fact sheets, and writing talking points and memos. She also took photos and videos at numerous events and press conferences with the Comptroller.
|Summer Spotlights| Jaia Clingham-David, Communications Director of Cornell Dems, was an intern at the NYC Comptroller's Press Office this summer. Her work included drafting social media posts, composing fact sheets, and writing talking points and memos. She also took photos and videos at numerous events and press conferences with the Comptroller.
It's #MidtermMonday again! This week, we're highlighting Jennifer Wexton, who is running for Congress in Virginia! Special thanks to @alexadamekk for the info! Introducing #MidtermMonday! Every Monday, we'll give a shout-out to one of the many amazing Democrats running in this year's midterm elections! Such a wonderful gala on Saturday! Thank you to everyone who joined in supporting the Prisoners’ Legal Services of New York! A fantastic weekend at @collegedemsny 2018 convention at NYU! Congrats to Jack, Emma, and Jaia for being elected to the new CDNY eboard! #backtoblue Yesterday we said #ENOUGH to gun violence but we will continue to fight until we see meaningful action to pass gun control legislation. Stay engaged, stay motivated! #neveragain Great to have the six Democratic candidates for NY23 come discuss their platforms yesterday! Our event was featured on the front page of the Cornell Daily Sun! Thank you to Linda Andrei, @eddiesundquist, @goldenforcongress, Max Della Pia, @rickforny23, @mitranoforny23 for a fantastic panel. #dethronetomreed Still haven’t stopped by WSH to get your political meme for Valentine’s Day? Tomorrow, 11am-3pm, is the last day of our philanthropic event with @cornellrepublicans. Remember all the proceeds go to Doctors Without Borders! Excited to be cosponsoring the NY-23 Congressional Straw Poll happening now! #DethroneTomReed #voterregistration And there are a lot of boys in Congress who need to be held accountable. Time to vote them out! #WomensMarch2018 #PowerToThePolls #RegisterToVote A successful fall debate against the Cornell Republicans! A fantastic discussion with Basil Smikle Jr! Thank you for inspiring us to continue this fight and sharing your reflections as the former Exec Director of NYS Democratic Party. Learned today that this administration is definitely not NORMal. Honored to host Norman Siegel, former NYCLU director, as he kicks off his Declaration 17 Speaking Tour! Successful #nationalvoterregistrationday yesterday with SUNY Cortland and Indivisible on Campus. S/O to our new member, Jack, for helping out! Thanks for coming out to our first meeting! Hope to see you next Wednesday! You still have time to find us at club fest! We're here until 4pm so check us out, learn how to get involved, and take a picture with Obama. Thanks to everyone who came out to the Bipartisan BBQ. If you didn't see our quarter card, our first meeting is THIS Wednesday. We had such a wonderful time tonight meeting NYS Comptroller DiNapoli and speaking with local Dems like Leslie Danks Burke and Irene Stein! New year, same McGraw. Happy first day of class and get ready for Cornell Dems meetings starting in a few weeks! |Summer Spotlights| Sophie Smith, Vice President of Cornell Dems, was the communications intern at New York Disaster Interfaith Services. She contributed and edited the e-newsletter NYDISnet and developed their social media channels. |Summer Spotlights| Jaia Clingham-David, Communications Director of Cornell Dems, was an intern at the NYC Comptroller's Press Office this summer. Her work included drafting social media posts, composing fact sheets, and writing talking points and memos. She also took photos and videos at numerous events and press conferences with the Comptroller.

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