Straw Poll
The Straw Poll, implemented by the DC Democrats, was held on Saturday, March 23, 2024, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at Ryland Epworth United Methodist Church.
A total of 347 Ward 7 residents participated.
Results
Click on the candidate images below to see their responses to our questionnaire.
Voters indicated 181 to 121 that they would prefer the Ward 7 Democrats make an endorsement with the straw poll results.
Endorsement
WASHINGTON, DC----In the spirit of democracy and following an inspiring demonstration of civic engagement, the Ward 7 Democrats are honored to extend our official endorsement to Mr. Wendell Felder for the Ward 7 Councilmember position.
On March 23, 2024, despite the inclement weather, nearly 350 Ward 7 Democrats convened for our Ward 7 Council forum and straw poll. This event not only showcased the vibrant democratic spirit of our community but also allowed our voices to be directly heard regarding the future leadership of our ward. Over half of these engaged residents expressed a strong desire for the results of this straw poll to guide our endorsement decision. Adhering to this directive, and with a majority of 181 individuals voting in favor of using the straw poll for our endorsement process, Mr. Felder was the definitive choice, garnering an impressive 126 votes.
Mr. Felder's commitment to our community is unparalleled. His dedication to addressing the unique challenges and opportunities within Ward 7 and his proven track record of effective leadership and advocacy make him the ideal candidate to represent our interests. Mr. Felder's vision resonates deeply with our values and objectives as an organization, and we are confident in his ability to enact meaningful changes that will benefit our community as a whole.
We stand firmly behind Mr. Wendell Felder, inspired by his passion and commitment to serving Ward 7. As we move forward, the Ward 7 Democrats fully support his campaign. We believe in Mr. Felder's ability to lead with integrity, champion our collective needs, and work tirelessly to improve our ward.
DEMOCRACY IN ACTION: YOUR VOICE, OUR MISSION
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