Young Democrats Endorse David Hardt

Be among the first to submit your endorsement! We're looking for personal messages from Young Democrats from across America about why they're supporting David Hardt for YDA President. Click below to be part of our first collection of quotes!

Jason Cecil, Decatur, Georgia. David is the right person with the dedication, drive, passion, and skills needed to keep YDA moving forward.

Jeff Leanna, Omaha, Nebraska.

Jennifer Roberts, Dallas, Texas.

Richard McPike, Austin, Texas. I know David is the person to lead YDA into the next election cycle, because I've seen his successes in Texas, and know his dedication to our cause.

Rachel Morse, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. I support David Hardt for YDA President because he is absolutely one of the most dedicated Democrats in our party. His personal life, work, civic, and volunteer participation shows his commitment to not only working with but also for others. David's leadership will help boost YDA's visibility within the party and the nation.

Todd Hill, Bedford, Texas. I know David, he is a hard worker and dedicated activist in our Party. I think he will do a solid job as YDA President. As a grassroots activst, LGBT member, and co-founder of the Tarrant County Young Democrats, I support David Hardt for YDA President.

Katie Naranjo, Austin, Texas. David has been one of the biggest supporters of Youth activism in Texas and is the candidate who can take YDA to the next level.

Jeremiah Garretson, Nashville, Tennessee.

Mike Gaytan, Dallas, Texas. Under David's leadership, the Dallas County Young Democrats grew from a few members to a major player in Dallas County. His leadership will allow YDA to grow even bigger.

Crystal Strait, Sacramento, California.

A'shanti Fayshel Gholar, Las Vegas, Nevada.

Nikema Williams, Fairburn, Georgia. As a strong willed individual with very high standards, I caught David completely off guard in DC and began to quiz him on his qualifications. I must say, David met and exceeded my standards. I am proud to say I am supporting David Hardt for YDA President and I encourage others to do the same!

Jake Velleman, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. As the GLBT Caucus of the College Democrats of America, I am pleased to offer my endorsement to David Hardt, whose proven leadership and commitment to the Democratic Party and Young Democrats will bring the organization to a new level.

Jeremy Slaughter, Chair YDA GLBT Caucus, Fairmont, West Virginia. I first met David in Nashville and it has been my privilege to work with him at every YDA meeting since. He has helped expand the membership of the GLBT Caucus as well as providing a needed voice in the future of Young Democrats of America. I strongly feel that David will be able to take YDA to the next level and looking forward to working with him to promote Democratic ideals in 2007 and beyond.

Luther Lowe, Little Rock, Arkansas. David Hardt is a Great American.

Michael Apodaca, El Paso, Texas. As the former Texas Young Democrats President, I know first hand the effort and leadership David will bring to Young Democrats of America. From building one of the strongest local chapters in the nation to assisting Texas Young Democrats in expanding our successes, David is the right choice for YDA.

Young Democrats of Georgia. At the June 3, 2007 Executive Committee meeting of the Young Democrats of Georgia, we unanimously endorsed David Hardt and ALL of his running mates for YDA office. We firmly believe that David and his team are the obvious choice to continue YDA's transformation into a national youth political force and expand our influence into the next decade.

Mark Newman, Asheville, North Carolina. David Hardt will make a great President of YDA!!!

Merriam Langdon, Holton, Kansas. Ok, ok...I suppose... Seriously, David is a great guy even if there were another candidate, I think Kansas could actually vote as a block without conflict.

Eddy Foster, Burlington, Vermont. David is an amazing candidate, who will lead YDA in a great direction. I have full faith in his abilities, and he will be a fantastic President.

Rachel Kau-Taylor, Claremont, California. David's committment to YDA, its peer-to-peer outreach programs, and to increasing the organizations diversity make me proud to support his candidacy for president.

Rocco Giammaria, Aliquippa, Pennsylvania. I am glad that at our last meeting in D.C. I had the chance to speak with David about his candidacy and his plans for the future of YDA. As far I am concerned David seems to have his finger squarely on the pulse of what I feel is our most exigent purpose; our average member. David is well qualified and I look forward to supporting him in Dallas.

Kris Banks, Houston, Texas. David Hardt is a name well-known and well-regarded among Democrats in my state, and, as a fellow Texan, I am more than happy to share his leadership, commitment and ability with the entire nation. I wholeheartedly endorse David Hardt for president of the Young Democrats of America.

Kristian Cosme, Orlando, Florida. I've known David for a few years and know that he is able to complete the tasks that are necessary to improve the Young Democrats of America. David has chosen quality people to be on his slate and i commend him for taking his time in making his decisions. Knowing that he's able to keep in mind the thoughts of all those involved, lets me know that the organization will be in the best hands with him and his slate.

Marshall Spevak, Cherry Hill, New Jersey. I had the pleasure to meet David in Omaha at the YDA Conference. He is a great person, and will lead YDA into the 2008 election the strongest it has ever been in its 75 year history.