Onondaga County Democratic Committee
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Official account of the Onondaga County Democratic Committee. dedicated to flipping Onondaga County blue. ocdemocrats.com
We had many victories in '25 and look forward to running where Democrats weren't on the ballot when the new Even-Year Election Law kicks in for '26. Please complete this short introductory form tinyurl.com/runin26 if you are interested in running for office.
November 15, 2025 at 2:51 PM
We had many victories in '25 and look forward to running where Democrats weren't on the ballot when the new Even-Year Election Law kicks in for '26. Please complete this short introductory form tinyurl.com/runin26 if you are interested in running for office.
Democrats back Nicole Watts as chair of the Onondaga County Legislature. www.syracuse.com/news/2025/11...
Democrats, now in the majority, back newcomer as chair of Onondaga County Legislature
Democrats, who will take control in January, made their pick during a late-night caucus Thursday.
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November 14, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Democrats back Nicole Watts as chair of the Onondaga County Legislature. www.syracuse.com/news/2025/11...
“This is a Blue wave election here locally,’’ said Max Ruckdeschel, chairman of the Onondaga County Democratic Committee. www.syracuse.com/news/2025/11...
Democrats ride blue wave to historic wins in Onondaga County: ‘People want something different’
Political experts said the blue wave was partially a response to President Trump.
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November 5, 2025 at 12:20 PM
“This is a Blue wave election here locally,’’ said Max Ruckdeschel, chairman of the Onondaga County Democratic Committee. www.syracuse.com/news/2025/11...
Early voting starts tomorrow. Make a plan to vote by November 4th. Remember, EVERY VOTE COUNTS!
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Editorial endorsement: Sharon Owens for mayor of Syracuse (Editorial Board Opinion)
Over decades of community and public service, including eight as deputy mayor, Owens has displayed the leadership skills, team building and empathy to effectively run the city.
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October 24, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Early voting starts tomorrow. Make a plan to vote by November 4th. Remember, EVERY VOTE COUNTS!
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Save the Date! www.nokings.org
No Kings
As the president escalates his authoritarian power grab, the NO KINGS non-violent movement continues to rise stronger. We are united once again to remind the world: America has No Kings and the power ...
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September 4, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Save the Date! www.nokings.org
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#GoodTroubleLivesOn in Syracuse, July 17
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June 27, 2025 at 8:54 PM
#GoodTroubleLivesOn in Syracuse, July 17
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“Since January I think there has been a steady increase in the strength of his comments to his constituents and the community,” Ruckdeschel said. “...I have definitely noticed the difference. He had to find his voice and his style.” (gift link) www.syracuse.com/politics/cny...
Mannion’s moment: How Central New York congressman found his voice in Trump’s America
Rep. John Mannion emerges as outspoken fighter against Trump's "reckless" agenda.
www.syracuse.com
June 26, 2025 at 11:07 AM
“Since January I think there has been a steady increase in the strength of his comments to his constituents and the community,” Ruckdeschel said. “...I have definitely noticed the difference. He had to find his voice and his style.” (gift link) www.syracuse.com/politics/cny...
Last day of Early Voting. Beat the heat forecast for Tuesday! Details on our website at www.ocdemocrats.com/post/go-vote
Go Vote!
Early Voting SitesAll early voting sites are open to all Onondaga County voters and are accessible to voters with physical disabilities. For more information, please visit onvote.net or call the Onond...
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June 22, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Last day of Early Voting. Beat the heat forecast for Tuesday! Details on our website at www.ocdemocrats.com/post/go-vote
We knew Mary Kuhn as a fierce, effective and tireless advocate for the causes and policies she believed so strongly in. Her energy and determination will be missed.
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Mary Kuhn, former Onondaga County legislator, dies at 76
Kuhn served two terms in the county legislature from 2019 to 2023.
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June 15, 2025 at 3:02 PM
We knew Mary Kuhn as a fierce, effective and tireless advocate for the causes and policies she believed so strongly in. Her energy and determination will be missed.
www.syracuse.com/news/2025/06...
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Van Robinson's lasting legacy . . .
Van ‘the champion’ Robinson spoke softly, listened and carried a sledgehammer
Robinson's legacy in Syracuse reflects his decades of political and community leadership.
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May 9, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Van Robinson's lasting legacy . . .
1/2 OCDC Chair Max Ruckdeschel issued the following statement: "We applaud the unanimous appellate court decision upholding the constitutionality of the even-year election law and look forward to increased voter participation in our local elections . . .
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Appellate Court says NY’s Even Year Election Law is constitutional, reversing lower court
The court overturned a decision by state Supreme Court Justice Gerard Neri.
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May 7, 2025 at 11:49 PM
1/2 OCDC Chair Max Ruckdeschel issued the following statement: "We applaud the unanimous appellate court decision upholding the constitutionality of the even-year election law and look forward to increased voter participation in our local elections . . .
www.syracuse.com/news/2025/05...
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Van Robinson 1938-2025
History will remember him as the first black president of the Syracuse Common Council.
But his legacy and contributions are far richer.
My remarks on floor of the House of Representatives honoring his life:
History will remember him as the first black president of the Syracuse Common Council.
But his legacy and contributions are far richer.
My remarks on floor of the House of Representatives honoring his life:
May 6, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Van Robinson 1938-2025
History will remember him as the first black president of the Syracuse Common Council.
But his legacy and contributions are far richer.
My remarks on floor of the House of Representatives honoring his life:
History will remember him as the first black president of the Syracuse Common Council.
But his legacy and contributions are far richer.
My remarks on floor of the House of Representatives honoring his life:
Celebration of Life for Van Robinson scheduled for Monday, May 12th at Bethany Baptist . . .
Funeral services set for Van Robinson, former Syracuse politician and community leader
Robinson died Saturday at age 87.
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May 6, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Celebration of Life for Van Robinson scheduled for Monday, May 12th at Bethany Baptist . . .
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Van Robinson was a trailblazer who dedicated himself to improving Syracuse and all of New York for his community, and his work will live on.
I’m thinking of his family and loved ones.
May he rest in peace.
I’m thinking of his family and loved ones.
May he rest in peace.
Van Robinson, long-time Syracuse politician and advocate for city’s Black community, dies at 87
Robinson served on the Syracuse Common Council for 18 years and was long-time leader of the Syracuse NAACP.
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May 4, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Van Robinson was a trailblazer who dedicated himself to improving Syracuse and all of New York for his community, and his work will live on.
I’m thinking of his family and loved ones.
May he rest in peace.
I’m thinking of his family and loved ones.
May he rest in peace.
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April 10, 2025 at 10:13 PM
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Around 1,000 march in Sackets Harbor to seek return of family taken by ICE. The rally, spearheaded by the Democratic Committee of Jefferson County, NY, was organized after federal agents visited nearby North Harbor Dairy Farm last Thursday. www.wwnytv.com/2025/04/04/7...
Around 1,000 march in Sackets Harbor to seek return of family taken by ICE
An estimated 1,000 people marched through the streets of Sackets Harbor Saturday afternoon to call for the return of a woman and her three children who were taken during an immigration sweep.
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April 5, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Around 1,000 march in Sackets Harbor to seek return of family taken by ICE. The rally, spearheaded by the Democratic Committee of Jefferson County, NY, was organized after federal agents visited nearby North Harbor Dairy Farm last Thursday. www.wwnytv.com/2025/04/04/7...
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It was impossible to capture the crowd from our vantage at the center of the park, but we filled Forman Park with 4,000 beautiful people today
April 5, 2025 at 7:16 PM
It was impossible to capture the crowd from our vantage at the center of the park, but we filled Forman Park with 4,000 beautiful people today
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April 5, 2025 at 5:32 PM
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April 5 Hands Off Syracuse action is going to be EPIC
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Hands Off! Syracuse Fights Back · Hands Off
**Donald Trump and Elon Musk think this country belongs to them.** Syracuse is fighting back!
They're taking everything they can get their hands on—our health care, our data, our jobs, our services—a...
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March 20, 2025 at 9:11 PM
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