How to vote by mail
How To Vote By Mail
HOW YOUR VOTE BY MAIL BALLOT WORKS
To register to vote, the person must be age 18 or older 15 days before Election Day. Your registration must be postmarked or submitted electronically no later than October 21, 2024.
- Receive your ballot in the mail.
- Use the CADEM Look-Up Tool To Find Your Democratic Party Candidates based on your address so you know the Democrats running in your district – stay informed or call 1-877-321-VOTE (8683) to get help from the CADEM Voter Protection Team!
- Complete ALL required information on the back of the return envelope, including your signature and the date.
- Return your ballot by mail, ensuring the envelope is postmarked or courier-stamped on or before November 5, 2024 and received by your county elections office no later than November 12, 2024.
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Overview
Overview
The Riverside County Democratic Party is dedicated to fighting for a brighter, more equitable future by rolling up our sleeves and organizing in every corner of Riverside County. Our mission is to build a better California for all, ensuring that every voice is heard and represented. By focusing on the unique needs and challenges of our diverse communities, we strive to create meaningful change and foster a more inclusive, just society.
Our Mission
The Riverside County Democratic Party will develop and support progressive Democratic candidates for office, increase Democratic voter registration and turnout, while maximizing fund-raising efforts for these purposes.
Voter Registration
Throughout the year, in every community of Riverside County, we are diligently registering new Democrats to vote. Voter registration is a crucial first step in increasing political engagement and ensuring that every voice is heard. By signing up new voters, we empower individuals to participate in the democratic process, influence policy decisions, and shape the future of our community. Thanks to our dedicated efforts in recent years, Democrats now outnumber Republicans in the county, reflecting our commitment to expanding and energizing our voter base.
Precinct Organizing
The RCDP has established the Neighborhood Dems program to enlist passionate Democrats as Neighborhood Leaders. In this volunteer role, they serve as trusted advisors and mobilizers within their communities. This position empowers them to connect with fellow Democrats, encourage civic engagement, and boost voter turnout.
Neighborhood Dem Leaders work closely with the Riverside County Democratic Party’s Political Action Committee, spearheading organizing activities within their assigned precincts. By becoming Neighborhood Dem Leaders, they foster a stronger sense of community and drive positive change at the grassroots level.
Candidate support
We have a comprehensive plan to recruit, train, and support strong Democratic candidates at all levels, including local offices like city councils, school boards, and special districts. Additionally, we work closely with local, regional, and state Democratic groups to support existing campaigns. This dual approach ensures that we are not only building a robust bench of future leaders but also providing crucial support to current Democratic candidates to help them succeed.
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The RCDP is engaged in a long-term strategic plan to increase voter turnout. This perennial effort will outlast the current campaign cycle and will focus on building a stronger, more engaged voter base.
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Our Members
Our Members
Membership in the Riverside County Democratic Party is determined by the by-laws of the RCDP and is composed of elected, appointed and ex-officio members.
Elected Members
There are seven (6) members who are elected from each Assembly District of Riverside County during presidential primary elections.
Appointed Members
Elected Members who are appointed to fill a vacancy to one of the seven elected seats in an Assembly District voted by the Membership of that Assembly District.
Ex-Officio Members
Those who serve on RCDP by the virtue of holding a city or statewide office if registered as a Democrat in Riverside County.
Associate Members
A Democratic Club chartered by RCDP may designate an Associate Member, if you are a club president looking to designate an associate member, please fill out the application.
The RCDP Chair may also nominate Associate Members. The designations/nominations are subject to ratification of the RCDP Committee. They are non-voting members.
Alternate Members
Any Regular Member in good standing (Elected, Appointed, or Ex-Officio) may appoint an Alternate Member, subject to the approval of the RCDP, who serve at the member’s pleasure.
- An Alternate Member for an Elected or Appointed Member must reside in the same Assembly District.
- An Alternate Member for an Ex-Officio Member must reside in that political subdivision of Riverside County which the appointing member represents.
- An Alternate Member has right of voice and motion at meetings of This Committee even if the appointing member is present but may vote only in the absence of that member.