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Manatee Democratic Black Caucus

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Hello

Welcome to the Manatee Co. Democratic Black Caucus

Our purpose is to ensure that Black voters are involved, engaged, elected and active participants in the democratic process.


Our Vote--Our Voice

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Voter Registration Efforts

Our Mission

  • To be a part of a forum to discuss and act on common issues affecting Blacks and Black Communities.
  • To merge ideas, resources, skills and notions to advance Blacks social, economically, and politically.
  • To help develop a UNIFIED agenda for Blacks in Manatee County
  • To learn more about the political process, be a part of sharing knowledge with others,and to help Black voters make themost of their vote.
  • To network and build relationships with persons of similar interests.

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Legislative Action

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Lobby Days - 2019

Democratic Black Caucus members met with legislators and aides from the offices of Rep Wengay Newton, Rep Margaret Good, Rep. Diane Hary, Sen. Joe Gruters, Rep. Bush, Sen. Galvano, and Sen Darryl Rouson. We also met with Desmond Meade, Director of the Florida Rights Restoration Coalition, and Manatee County Reggie Bellamy.

2019-2021 Officers

Brian Atkins, 1st VP

Susie Copeland, President

Michelle Grimsley, First Vice President

Florence Shelton-Clark, Second Vice President

Grace Barnett - Treasurer (not shown)

 Secretary - Maureen Bitley


Also pictured: Lydia Hudson, Democratic Black Caucus of Florida President

Our Loss of Brian Atkins, 1st VP, June 2019

Manatee Co Democratic Black Caucus family is mourning the loss of our 1st VP, Brian Atkins  who passed away suddenly.  A celebration of Life was held on Friday, June 14, 2019  

Black Caucus History

Change in Name

The Democratic Black Caucus initially started in 2003 as Manatee/Sarasota Democratic Black Caucus, under the leadership of Sharay Davis as President and Leon Harris, Jr. as vice-president. 


Presidents since 2003:

Sharay Davis

Leon Harris Jr.

Cornelle Maxfield

Susie Copeland


In February  2019, the Manatee County Democratic Black Caucus formed.  


In April 2019, the Sarasota County Democratic Black Caucus was formed


Membership

Membership to the Democratic Black Caucus is open to all registered democrats in Manatee County.


Membership Fees:


$60.00 for regular and adult

$30.00  - Seniors (62+) and Students


Download - Application

Please download the Manatee County Democratic Black Caucus (MCDBC) Application and mail along with dues.  Thank you for your support - we look forward to helping Black voters exercise the power of their vote together. 

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Manatee County Democratic Black Caucus

P. O. Box 9405, Bradenton, FL. 34206

(941)447-2189

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