Hello from the 2026 Nominations Committee!

The end of the year is upon us, and soon we will be opening up self-nominations to run for leadership positions. This year, we will be electing the Steering Committee, YDSA Coordinator, Branch Leadership, and Committee/Subgroup Leadership simultaneously.

In order to vote in these elections, and in order to run for any position, you must be a Member In Good Standing (MIGS) for at least 30 days prior to the election opening. This is per the Democracy Commission resolution passed at this year’s National Convention.

For this year’s election, you must be a MIGS by October 31, 2025 in order to vote and/or run in the election.

If you are not yet a member, you can join DSA here:

If you want to check your status, you can do so here:

Member In Good Standing is defined as individuals whose dues to national DSA are paid in full, who reside and/or work in parts of the Los Angeles County area allocated to the Los Angeles Local by the DSA National organization.

Local Election Timeline:

October 31, 2025 - last day to join DSA in order to become eligible to run for Local Officer and to vote in the election

November 1, 2025 - Self-nominations open

November 15, 2025 - Self-nominations close

November 22, 2025 (tentative) - Candidate Forum *in person*

December 1, 2025 - Voting opens at 9:00 AM

December 15, 2025 - Voting closes at 11:59pm

Elected leadership positions include:

• Nine (9) seats on our Steering Committee, the highest elected body of the organization, overseeing the implementation of decision of the membership.

• One (1) YDSA Coordinator responsible for supporting and maintaining relationships with student DSA groups across LA County

• Two (2) Branch Coordinators for each of our geographic branches, charged with implementing our priority campaigns and developing opportunities for member engagement at the local level

• Subgroup Officers, leading chapter committees and working groups which organize around specific issues, political practices, and campaigns

More information on the election will be sent out soon!

- 2025 NomCom (Andre A, Lori D, Ben D)

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