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HIGH SCHOOL DEMOCRATS OF AMERICA

2009 Candidate’s List

This is the candidate list for the 2009 High School Democrats of America National Convention.Please contacted@hsdems.orgif you have any questions. A description of the positions is at theend of the guide.

NATIONAL CHAIR

All individuals wishing to become candidates must file by July 2st at 11:59 PM (PST) with the ExecutiveDirector of the High School Democrats of America. To submit your intent to run, please visit:http://tr.im/2009HSDA.

EXECUTIVE VICE CHAIR

All individuals seeking office must currently be enrolled in high school. No elected officer may serve intheir position in any capacity if they have been out of high school for more than three (3) months.

POLITICAL DIRECTOR

Zachary Roach

Murray High School (2010), Utah

I am a viable candidate for Political Director because I have suburb research abilities and a passion forpolitics that is necessary for this position. For the past year I have attended many of the democraticconventions held in Utah. I have created a Young Democrats Murray High School Chapter and am currently inthe process of garnering support for it. I have been on my school's debate team for 2 years participating inmany tournaments all of which required a good amount of research. I am running for this position because Iwant to do the most possible for the democratic party.

DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

Molly Coleman

Central High School (2010), Minnesota

First off, the basics. I am a junior at Central High School in St. Paul, Minnesota, and am running for theDirector of Development for the YDA High School Caucus. Next, the reason why you should care. Director of Development is a role that I view as crucial to the caucus. If we are not working to build up our base andexpand the area in which we have an influence, we can never hope to accomplish any more than we alreadyare. By bringing in new people, new schools, and new chapters, we have the ability to bring about far morechange at a much higher level. The more chapters that we have involved, the more lives we can touch andthe more causes we can advance, which, after all, is what the caucus is all about. Finally, the reason why youshould vote for me (as cocky as that might sound). For the last year and a half, I have served as the HighSchool Caucus Chair of Minnesota. During that time, I have made expanding our state’s caucus a mainpriority – this has given me the experience that is necessary to do the same on a national scale. Additionally,through experiences such as interning for Al Franken and serving as the High School Director of the YouthCoordinated Campaign, I have had a chance to really be involved in politics and have come to understandthe issues that are most important to high schoolers. These experiences have given me what I believe is theability to serve in this new post, and the ability to do it well. Thanks!

Asher Heimermann

Sheboygan South High School (2012), Wisconsin

I am a a student at Sheboygan South High School in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. I am a well known political figurein the Midwest and a popular student leader at Sheboygan South High School. I've been involved in politicsand community service since 2005. I have volunteered for many political campaigns and non-profitorganizations in the City of Sheboygan. Recently, I raised $13,735 for Barack Obama's presidential campaignfrom January to October. Throughout my life, I have given my time to help people of all ages to build a better

tomorrow. As a full time student, I understand the importance of respecting each other for who we are. Iwant to strengthen public education and ensure that America’s future can be lead by a new generation thatis educated as well as informed.

FINANCE DIRECTORCOMMUNICATIONS DIRECTORPARLIAMENTARIAN

Christopher Sandeen Kramer

Central High School (2010), Minnesota

I am a seventeen year old attending a public high school in St. Paul, MN. I havehad a lot of experienceworking with the Obama Campaign in late 2007 and nearly all of 2008, doing numerous street canvasses,canvasses, phonebanks, and a few literature drops and data entry sessions early in the campaign. I am apassionate Democrat, like all of you, and I believe that I offer sound judgement and leadership when itcomes to getting the nation's youth involved in politics. I would love it if you would allow me to serve theNational Committee on such matters. Thanks!

POSITION DESCRITIONS

National Chair

- Serve as the Chief Executive of the High School Democratsof America- Set the agenda and chair all meetings of the ExecutiveBoard- Serve as the official voice of the High School Democrats of America- Represent this organization to the Young Democrats of America

Executive Vice Chair

- Run all meetings of the Executive Board in the absence of the Chair- Plan all National Conferences and Conventions- Manage the staff of the High School Democrats of America- Serve as an ex-officio and non-voting member of theNational Committee Strategic Planning Team

Political Director

- Research and propose endorsements of candidates andissues consistent with the philosophy and mission of thisorganization- Work to ensure this organization is advancing Democraticideals- Stay informed about national political events, and notifythe leadership and membership of relative news- Serve as an ex-officio and non-voting member of theNational Committee Campaign Team

Development Director

- Work to form new state organizations and develop existingones- Work to recruit new members and expand the membership- Work to recruit new leaders and ensure accountable anddedicated leadership at all levels of this organization- Serve as an ex-officio and non-voting member of theNational Committee Development Team

Finance Director

- Manage the General Fund of the High School Democrats of America- Submit a yearly budget for approval by the NationalCommittee and Executive Board- Be responsible for all disbursements, receipts, bankingrelationships, FEC statements and all other bookkeepingresponsibilities of the organization- Actively raise money to support the efforts of the HighSchool Democrats of America and work with the ExecutiveBoard, National Committee, and membership to do thesame- Serve as an ex-officio and non-voting member of theNational Committee Finance Team

Communications Director

- Ensure communication between the National Committee,Executive Board, National Staff, and membership- Keep the membership updated as to the status of thenational organization- Create and execute a strategy for broadcasting themessage of the High School Democrats of America to awider community- Ensure publicity for all major events of the High SchoolDemocrats of America - Take minutes at all meetings of theHigh School Democrats of America- Serve as an ex-officio and non-voting member of theNational Committee Communications Team

Parliamentarian

- Render opinions and rulings requested by the National Chair, or when appealed to from the membership regarding theHigh School Democrats of - America by-laws or its interactions with the Young Democrats of America- Collect and maintain records of parliamentary inquiries and issues- Run all National Elections, and resolve any election disputes- Serve as an ex-officio and non-voting member of the National Committee Membership Team