Democracy in Action!
Plan to Vote in the May 6th Democratic Primaries in N.C.

The primary ballot will be loaded with important decisions about who will represent the Democratic Party this November. The ballot will feature nominating races for president, U.S. senator, 5th District representative in Congress, governor, lieutenant governor, state auditor, state treasurer, and superintendent of public instruction. Click here to view a complete listing of candidates including links to their websites for more information.

All registered Democrats and Unaffiliated voters can vote in this primary election. Early “One Stop” voting will begin April 17 and continue through Saturday morning, May 3rd. Voter registration deadline: April 11. But if you miss the deadline, you may still register and vote at any One Stop polling place between April 17 and May 3rd at noon.

The Party of All the People!

We are an active and vibrant party, committed to preservation of the environment, openness and accountability in local government, and to working hard to represent all the people of Watauga County.

Use the menu to the left to discover more about Watauga County's Democratic Party. You can also search our site, send comments to us, and volunteer your time and services.

Guest Columns

Why I Am a Democrat
By Carole Hatch

Loyalty to the Democratic Party was a part of my childhood belief system. My grandfather was able to support his family by working in New Deal projects during the Great Depression. My father and many of my friends’ fathers returned home from fighting in World War II to enjoy the benefits of VA home loans, the GI Bill, and jobs in a growing economy. My grandparents were able to survive in their later years with the help of Social Security. All these were Democratic initiatives.

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News

Obama Carries Watauga

Sen. Barack Obama won the Democratic presidential primary in Watauga County, one of two North Carolina mountain counties that went for Obama (the other was Buncombe Co.). The final Watauga tally was 4,570 votes for Obama to 3,645 for Hillary Clinton. (Vote totals are pre-canvass numbers.)

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Events

7 p.m., Boone Town Council Chambers, Blowing Rock Rd. All registered Democrats are invited to attend and take part in discussions and planning. For more information, or an agenda, write jww@boone.net

7 p.m., Boone Town Council Chambers, Blowing Rock Rd. All registered Democrats are invited to attend and take part in discussions and planning. For more information, or an agenda, write jww@boone.net

High noon. The Watauga County Democratic Party will have a float in the parade! For more information, to help with the float or to ride in the parade, write jww@boone.net