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General Election Statement from

the President of the

Ward 8 Democrats

Ward 8 Democrats President Troy Donte' Prestwood issued the following statement on the results of the November 3, 2020 General Election where Ward 8 voters selected impressive Democratic candidates up and down the ballot: 
 
“While we optimistically wait the outcome of the presidential race, we can definitively declare the winner of a race much closer to home. Having captured nearly 80 percent of the vote, on behalf of the Executive Committee of the Ward 8 Democrats, I congratulate Councilmember Trayon White on securing a second term as the Ward 8 Member on the DC Council. Councilmember White ran an impressive campaign that resonated with so many Ward 8 residents who want a safer, economically stronger, and more inclusive ward to live, work, and raise a family.” 
 
“I want to also congratulate At-Large Councilmember Robert White who carried the ward for a significant win and a second term, as well as Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton; Senator Paul Strauss; and our very own Executive Committee member Oye Owolewa on his landslide win as the next Shadow U.S. Representative. Each of them is admired in the ward. They ran spirited campaigns and engaged with Ward 8 Democrats on a range of discussions and topics on the future of our ward and the District. We look forward to working with each of them in the years to come.  
 
“No doubt about it this was a historic election. When all votes are counted, I believe you’ll see a noticeable turnout in Ward 8 voters thanks to automatic vote by mail, a voting method first advocated by the Ward 8 Democrats. I want to thank Ward 8 voters for rising to the challenge during a global pandemic to vote by mail, at drop boxes, or in person at a Vote Center. I also want to thank the DC Board of Elections staff and Vote Center volunteers who helped run a smooth election.
 
“Now that the election is over, I’m calling on everyone—winners and those who fell short—to move forward and work cooperatively on the challenges we face like public safety, education, affordable housing, jobs, access to quality health care and healthy foods, to name a few. Now is the time for us to roll up our sleeves, work together, and make our ward and the District even greater.
 
“Now...we wait on Pennsylvania.” 


It's election season in Ward 8. We've got you covered on everything you need to know to get ready to vote in the November 3rd General Election. From our recent candidates' forums to providing ways interact with those vying for your support, we want you to have the best voting experience during the upcoming election. That's why we're launching the #Ward8Votes campaign to help residents develop a plan for voting. We are also encouraging voters to share stories and videos telling us why they vote. Tag us and we will share across all of our platforms. See you on the hashtag #Ward8Votes.
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Watch: Ward 8 Virtual GOTV Rally
Check out DC Democratic Candidates Councilmember Trayon White, Councilmember Robert White, and Senator Paul Strauss as they tell you why you must vote in November as well as hear an important elections update from DC Board of Elections Director Alice Miller. Then stick around as we show you how to develop an action plan for voting.
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Watch State Board of Education
Candidates' Forum

Meet LaJoy Johnson-Law, Carlene Reid, and Ryan Washington running to become the next Ward 8 Member on the State Board as well as  At-Large Candidates Christopher Martin, Jacque Patterson, Ravi Perry, and Mysiki Valentine) who want to join them. WUSA9's Michael Quander moderates.

What's at stake in this Election

Members of the Ward 8 Democrats of Washington, DC reminds a weary nation what's at stake in the upcoming election. What's the cure? Well, voting of course.
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GOTV: Ward 8 Rally & Motorcade

Click here to watch the Ward 8 Democrats' Get Out the Vote Rally and Motorcade though the streets of Ward 8 neighborhoods.

Where to Vote in Ward 8

The DC Board of Elections is mailing all registered voters a mail-in ballot. Just like during the June 2020 primary, Vote Centers will be located in each ward for early voting and election-day voting. There will also be a number of ballot drop boxes around the District for you to drop off your mail-in ballots. 

There will be 32 Vote Centers open during the early voting period (October 27 - November 2) and 95 Vote Centers on Election Day, November 3, 2020.
  • DC Voter's Guide, Click Here!
  • For a Sample Ballot for Ward 8, Click Here!
  • For a list of all Early Vote Centers, Click Here!
  • For a list of all Election Day Vote Centers, Click Here!
  • For a list of all Dropbox Locations, Click Here!
  •  Or use DCBOE's Vote Center Locator Tool

Don't Forget: You must wear a mask to all Vote Centers. You will also be able to register to vote on the same day at Vote Centers as well as drop off mail-in ballots.

For more information on voting this fall, visit www.dcboe.org

#Ward8Votes



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Dr. Carlene Reid

Education Policy Advisor Dr. Carlene Reid is candidate for Ward 8 member of the DC State Board of Education.
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LaJoy Johnson-Law

Education Activist LaJoy Johnson-Law is candidate for Ward 8 member of the DC State Board of Education.
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Christopher Martin

Education Advocate Christopher Martin is candidate for At-Large member of the DC State Board of Education.
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Jacque Patterson

Education Leader Jacque Patterson is a candidate for At-Large member of the DC State Board of Education.
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Dr. Ravi Perry

Higher Education Leader Dr. Ravi Perry is a candidate for At-Large member of the DC State Board of Education.
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Mysiki Valentine

Community Activist Mysiki Valentine is a candidate for At-Large member of the DC State Board of Education.
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How to reach us:

Ward 8 Democrats, Inc.
P.O.Box 6968
Washington, DC 20032

Email Address: [email protected]
Phone: 20.2813.0162

what we believe:

We aim to engage Democratic voters in our community to advance basic principals of equality, accountability and transparency on behalf of every resident in Ward 8.

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