LYNN — Registered Democrats in the city will hold a caucus on Wednesday, July 14 at 7 p.m. for the purpose of electing delegates and alternates to the 2021 Massachusetts State Convention.
The caucus will take place virtually, and Democrats who wish to participate virtually may register at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAsceutqj8uHNRgAYSklUc2SFjTL-
The Caucus is open to all registered and pre-registered Democrats in Lynn. Pre-registered Democrats who are 16 years old by June 15 will be allowed to participate and run as a delegate or alternate.
The number of delegates eligible for election includes seven in Ward 1, six in Ward 2, seven in Ward 3, six in Ward 4, six in Ward 5, six in Ward 6 and seven in Ward 7.
Four alternates in each ward will also be elected. Candidates for delegate and alternate must be present at the virtual caucus and consent to nomination.
People of color, youth, those with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals who are not elected as a delegate or alternate may apply to be an add-on delegate at the caucus or at
www.massdems.org by Aug. 6.
This year’s state convention will be held on Sept. 25 in Lowell at the Tsongas Arena.
Democrats from across the state will gather to adopt a party platform, discuss party business and celebrate successes as upcoming elections approach.
The event will occur in line with all federal, state and local health guidelines and will include a virtual option for participation.
For information on the caucus, or to become involved with the Lynn Democratic City
Committee (LDCC), please contact Chair Agnes Ricko at 781-599-9347.
