2012 Caucuses and Conventions

The 2012 Caucuses and Conventions are your way of becoming a delegate to the 2012 Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, choosing a nominee for President, shaping our Party platform, and getting involved with the Party for 2012.

For information about the 2012 Caucuses and Conventions, refer to the table and infographic below.

For answers to your questions, read this FAQ.

Event Purpose Date Location
Precinct Caucus Select the Democratic Presidential nominee, elect delegates and alternates to the Legislative District Caucses and County Convention Sunday, April 15th, 1:00pm TBD
Legislative District Caucus Elect delegates and alternates to the Congressional District Caucuses and State Convention Saturday, April 28th, 10:00 am TBD
County Convention Address resolutions, adopt a County Platform Sunday, April 29th, 10:00 am TBD
Congressional District Caucus Elect delegates and alternates to the National Convention, elect presidential electors and alternates Sunday, May 20th, time TBD TBD
State Convention Elect delegates and alternates to the National Convention, elect presidential electors, elect 13 Pledged Party Leaders and Elected Officials (PLEOs), address resolutions, adopt a State Party Platform Friday, June 1st through Sunday, June 3rd Seattle
National Convention Nominate the candidates for President and Vice President, adopt a Party Platform Monday, September 3rd through Thursday, September 6th Charlotte, North Carolina
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