Democratic presidential primary comes to Rolling Hills Library
By Jazmine Knight
Buchanan county members gathered at Rolling Hills Library for Missouri’s Democratic primary.
The event allowed the public to cast their vote for a presidential candidate and meet some candidates for local offices.
Buchanan County Democratic central committee chairman, Walter Landis, says voting is how we represent democracy in our country.
“It’s still important for people to feel like they’re involved in the democracy and that they’re doing their duty,” Landis said.
According to Landis, the primary’s goal is to “select delegates for conventions through the [primary] process.”
“With each vote that the candidates receive, it helps to solidify their support from people in the state,” he said.
At the primary, there were also initiative petitions supporting reproductive rights and higher wages.
One candidate in attendance was Pam May, running for the 6th district of Missouri. It’s her first time running for an office and she has three reasons as to why.
The first reason is to have a “change in representation.”
“A different voice, a fresh voice,” she said.
She also wants to offer more representation of women in politics and restore principles of faith.
“I think the state message and God’s message have been convoluted and distorted. And so I want to put another voice out there,” said May.
Her goal is to avoid the “traditional” way of politics.
“I’m committed to not call people names and to kind of add some kindness into campaigning,” she said.
When it comes to bringing people to the polls, May believes everything begins with a vote.
“It’s very important. And they’re if you’re wanting a change to see a change, it begins with a vote,” she said.
As a voter herself, she says the process was very simple and easy.
“There will not be any change unless your voice is heard and your voice begins to be here at the ballot box,” said May.
Landis encourages everyone to come out to the polls. For those who are not registered, check out the secretary of state’s website.
“So really no excuse for voting there,” said Landis.
