Mission

We envision a Philadelphia led by responsive and representative government, with elected officials driven by a passion for equity and justice. We expect our leaders to uphold high ethical standards and to advance progressive policies. The members of the 2nd Ward’s Democratic Executive Committee aim to realize this vision by increasing voter turnout, encouraging robust debate, and galvanizing engagement with the political process. We seek to keep voters informed about elections and issues, to give careful consideration to our candidate endorsements, and to push for better governance citywide. Our priorities are to support the Democratic Party and to serve the interests of our 2nd Ward constituents and all Philadelphians, particularly those whose voices might not otherwise be heard.

2nd Ward Leadership

Ward Leader: Will Gross

Chair: Rhea Powell

1st Vice Chair: Laura Boyce

2nd Vice Chair: Keri Salerno

3rd Vice Chair: Gwendolyn Toler

Secretary: Theodore Schmiechen

Asst Secretary: Mara Blake-Ward

Treasurer: Keith Doughty

Asst Treasurer: Michelle Perry

Committee Chairs

GOTV Committee:
Duncan Gromko

Endorsements Committee:
Gloria Gilman
Jordan Konell

Election Day Committee:
Julia Tackett

Fundraising Committee:
Vacancy

Communications Committee:
Mara Blake-Ward
Kamolika Das

Bylaws Committee:
Vacancy

Upcoming Meetings

Executive Committee:

(Meetings are only open to committeepeople, associates, and invited guests. We meet the 4th Wednesday of every month.)

Fundraiser:
TBD

Executive Committee discussion:
TBD

GOTV Committee:
TBD

Endorsements Committee:
TBD

Election Day Committee:
TBD

Fundraising Committee:
TBD

Communications Committee:
TBD

Bylaws Committee:
TBD