Committees

Policy & Advocacy Committee

Chairs: John Wagner & Amy Schwartz

Four Freedoms Democratic Club currently has 12 Working Groups under the guidance of the Policy & Advocacy Committee.  Working Groups are the advocacy engines for FFDC. Members create Working Groups to organize their policy passions on the issues confronting us at the neighborhood, city, state and federal levels, and advocate for legislation and other government actions. Working Groups design and engage all FFDC in advocacy efforts, including social media outreach, presentations at public hearings, and holding education events. We propose resolutions calling for advocacy by members and educate one another on the resolutions we adopt. Our current active Working Groups are as follows:

• Aid in Dying Working Group
• Climate & Environment Working Group

• Education Working Group 

• Health Care Working Group

• Housing Working Group
• Impact of Technology

• Reforming the Democratic Party Working Group 

• Rule of Law Working Group

• Science and Society Working Group

• Seniors Working Group
• Taxes Working Group

• Transportation Working Group

 

To see details on individual groups, click here

To inquire about joining a Working Group, email Amy or John. You can also see our calendar for meeting dates.

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Digital Media Committee

Chair: Blair Dayton

This committee works in conjunction with the Digital Media Secretary. Our work encompasses maintaining our website and accounts on Facebook, Instagram and Threads; issuing and promoting news of club activities to the press; and using any and all media to engage our elected officials, club members and potential club members.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee

Chairs: Steve Benathen & Jamie Kang

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee seeks to create a more diverse and inclusive club, and to increase outreach to traditionally marginalized communities.

Events Committee

Chairs: Matt Lombardi & Blair Dayton

This committee is responsible for planning and execution of the club's fundraisers and social gatherings, which draw a wonderful mix of Club members, elected officials, and the community.  If you have attended the summer BBQ, the winter holiday party, Spring Soiree, or small dollar fundraiser, you've seen the events committee's work in action.

Member Outreach Committee

Chairs: Kim Moscaritolo & Jane Lindberg

The Member Outreach Committee in Four Freedoms Democratic Club (FFDC) seeks to expand the club's outreach in order to increase membership and better engage our current members. The Committee meets periodically  to discuss ongoing club initiatives and possible future events, including our neighborhood Street Fair events. If you're interested in getting involved, you should contact Kim.

Technology Innovation Committee

Chair: Maria Konner

The Technology Innovation Committee seeks to promote the adoption of innovative technology to counter the existential threats caused by mainstream AI driven technology. Focus is on AI driven apps to optimize discourse at FFDC with the goal of applying to increase civic engagement with citizens and the city of New York. Activities include engaging in legislative funding, education, discussion forums, candidates who support programs. We hope to recruit technology professionals to FFDC to work on projects that contribute to a positive outcome for our community and society, and are interested in participating in local politics.