Mission Statement
The Mission of the Harford County Chapter of the Young Democrats of Maryland is to promote the socially responsible values of the Democratic Party, while providing an atmosphere of free thinking as well a platform to express innovative ideas about the ever changing political climate in our county and nation.
Constitution
Article 1. Name and Affiliation
This organization shall be name the Young Democrats of Harford County (hereto referred to as YDHC) and shall be affiliated with the Young Democrats of Maryland, the Young Democrats of Maryland, the Young Democrats of America, and the Harford County Democratic Central Committee (hereto referred to as HCDCC).
Article 2. Purpose
The Young Democrats of Harford County shall be an organization that strives to educate and motivate the youth of Harford County to become involved in the political process. This shall be accomplished through involvement in campaigns, training in leadership techniques, promoting Democratic Party ideals, electing our own into office, and being a voice on issues important to young people and the citizens of Harford County.
Article 3. Membership
Section 1. Full membership in the YDHC is available to any individual who has not reached his or her fortieth (40th) birthday, is registered Democrat, has paid the annual fee, and who either:
1. Resides in Harford County; or,
2. Works in Harford County; or,
3. Is a student in any school in Harford County,
Section 2. Full membership benefits in the YDHC includes:
1. Full voting rights; and,
2. Young Democrat entrance fee at political functions; and,
3. Inclusion in any political or social function organized by or for Young Democrats.
Section 3. Members shall be considered in good standing after payment of dues to the treasurer. Dues shall be collected at the Executive Board elections in January and the amount shall be $10 per year.