Dear Florida Young Democrats,
After giving the upcoming election a great deal of thought and considerable reflection, I have decided that I will not be running for re-election as president of the Florida Young Democrats at this year’s state convention. We have reached many milestones with our organization, but I feel that it is time to pass the torch to a new generation of leadership.
Over the last two years we have raised over $50,000 (Over $75,000 with YDA Matching funds), hired full time staff, run a peer to peer outreach campaign that helped elect a State Represenative, increased participation at YDA events, as well as much more. I am proud of these accomplishments and appreciate your help towards making them successful.
Serving as the president of the Florida Young Democrats has been one of the greatest honors of my life. I will never take for granted the friendships that I have made along the way. I know that some of you heard this decision from other sources, and I apologize for that. I had discussed the possibility with friends and word of my decision was spread prematurely. I have been conflicted about who can help our organization best move forward, and at this time I feel we need someone who can commit more time to day to day operations. When YDA had to cut its funding and we lost our staff at the end of March, the time commitment for managing FYD more than quadrupled. Unfortunately, it takes more time than I have right now.
The Florida Young Democrats deserves someone who has the time to make it the priority in their life, ensuring we continue moving forward on our path of progress. I hope that our next President is inspired by the passion that has brought us this far and the possibilities awaiting us in the future. Because of the late nature of this announcement, I am choosing to not endorse in this race. Both announced candidates are good people and bring different strengths to the role of President. Both have been leaders at the local level and made their local chapters stronger. I hope that no matter what, they both continue to be leaders with the Florida Young Democrats.
That being said, I do not plan to leave the Florida Young Democrats completely. This weekend I am seeking election as your next FYD National Committeeman. In this role I would be required to attend all National Committee meetings for YDA representing Florida. I am glad to do this and report back to our state.
No matter what may come out of this election I will support the Florida Young Democrats and the Young Democrats of America to my fullest ability. I look forward to seeing all of you in Miami and having one of the best conventions in our history.
Thank you
Sincerely,
Alan Brock
President
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