Want the Democratic Party to Change?

[MineralMan]

10. Are you talking about Congressional representatives?

I haven't found that to be the case at all. Even Senatorial candidates need the convention's endorsement or selection. I'm not as involved in the state party, since it's usually difficult for me to get away for two days for the convention. Most of what I do is at the district level, up to the Congressional District.

Our congresswoman is there at the district convention and she's more than willing to listen to any delegate who wants some time with her. She also shows up at other events and conventions. She pays attention, too. She needs our endorsement and works to earn it.

It may be different where you are. I don't know. In Minnesota, party politics at the Congressional district and below are very important to the candidates. They work hard for that endorsement. And then they follow through, because they have to get it again before too long.