To: Tom Perez, Chair of the DNC
End the Caucus System
Please tell Tom Perez that the caucus system to select the presidential candidate is out dated. It is not inclusive and is very difficult for anyone who cannot afford to take the time needed or has physical limitations to attend. In many states the outcome of the caucus does not represent the true majority of the people and only a small number of folks that can afford to be there attend. Let's embrace all voters by having vote by mail primaries nationwide.
Why is this important?
I was unable to attend the caucus in my neighborhood. Many individuals have told me that the caucus in their neighborhood was difficult to attend because of many reasons. The reasons included work commitments, the need to take care of a family member, parking limitations, and poor access for folks with disabilities. In Washington State less than 5% of the voting population attended and selected Bernie Sanders as Washington States Candidate for President. When a non binding primary was held later 34-percent of Washington state voters selected Hillary Clinton. This sent mixed signals to our delegates and they did not follow the true will of the people. The only way to get a true representation of the will of the people is to let them vote. We need to embrace all democrats in order to be a strong party.