Run for Office!
Garrett County Democrats seeking to run for local, state, or federal office… You do NOT have to go it alone!
The following support may be available to you!
Candidate Filing: we have experienced candidates who can help you navigate the state filing system.
Organization: we have an organization structure in place on which you can build your campaign.
Volunteers: we have a way to reach out to potential volunteers here in Garrett County.
Website: we may be able to get you started with website space on which to host your campaign site.
Platform Development: we have solid information on the issues that are important to voters in our county.
Training: resources are available to train you, the candidate, and your campaign staff on conducting an effective campaign.
Possible Financial Support: depending on several factors, we may be able to offer funds to get you started on your campaign.
WHAT POSITIONS ARE OPEN AND WHAT DO ELECTEDS IN EACH POSITION DO?
Click here to see information sheet on RUNNING FOR OFFICE IN GARRETT COUNTY IN 2026.
WHY SHOULD DEMOCRATS RUN FOR OFFICE IN GARRETT COUNTY?
Some answers can be found in this Letter to the Editor submitted by Judy A. Carbone, Chair of the GC Democratic Central Committee and published in The Republican News on 7/10/2025. Click here.
RESOURCE LINKS:
MARYLAND CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS: https://elections.maryland.gov/candidacy/requirements.html
MARYLAND CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS: https://elections.maryland.gov/candidacy/qualifications.html
NATIONAL DEMOCRATIC TRAINING INSTITUTE: https://traindemocrats.org/