The people behind Richmond's Democratic Party
Our committee is run entirely by volunteers — elected officers, ward chairs, and neighbors who believe local politics starts with showing up.
Our values
Everything the committee does — from canvassing to candidate recruitment — is grounded in a few shared commitments.
Democracy that includes everyone
We fight for access to the ballot for every eligible Richmonder, and we organize so that every neighborhood — not just the loudest ones — has a voice in city and state government.
Opportunity, built locally
We back candidates and policies that invest in Richmond's schools, housing, and neighborhoods, because the strongest campaigns start with the strongest communities.
Community over ego
Precincts, not personalities, win elections. We support each other's committee work, celebrate volunteers, and mentor first-time candidates and organizers alike.
Accountability, always
We hold our elected officials — and ourselves — to the values we campaign on, with open GBMs, transparent officer elections, and a standing invitation for every Richmond Democrat.
Candidates we're backing
The committee proudly supports Democrats on the November 3 ballot. Full details live on our Elected Officials & Candidates page.
Also on your ballot: a nonpartisan School Board race in District 6 between Anne Holton and Jackie McDonough, three constitutional amendments, and a Richmond referendum on a sales tax for school construction. Democrats support a YES vote on all three amendments and on the referendum.
Read the ballot questionsOfficers & ward chairs
Officers are elected by committee members and set the direction of RCDC's organizing work. Ward chairs are our neighborhood-level leads, coordinating volunteers and turnout ward by ward.
Officers
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Jerome Legions Jr. | Chair |
| [Name] | 1st Vice Chair |
| [Name] | 2nd Vice Chair |
| [Name] | Secretary |
| [Name] | Treasurer |
Ward chairs
| Ward | Chair |
|---|---|
| Ward 1 | [Name] |
| Ward 2 | [Name] |
| Ward 3 | [Name] |
| Ward 4 | [Name] |
| Ward 5 | [Name] |
| Ward 6 | [Name] |
| Ward 7 | [Name] |
| Ward 8 | [Name] |
| Ward 9 | [Name] |
Sample roster — swap in your current officers and ward chairs when you publish. See the WordPress guide for how to edit this table.
Events & General Body Meetings
General Body Meetings (GBMs) are open to every Richmond Democrat and are where committee business, endorsements, and officer elections happen. We also host canvass kickoffs, socials, and issue briefings throughout the year.
General Body Meeting
Committee updates, guest speakers, and votes on endorsements and resolutions. Open to all Richmond Democrats.
Canvass Kickoffs
Coffee, a turf map, and a training before you head out to knock doors with a team.
Ward Meetings
Smaller, neighborhood-level gatherings hosted by your ward chair.