With the Presidential election less than three months away, LeFlore County Democrats have ramped up efforts to make a local impact for Kamala Harris and her bid to become not only the first woman elected to the U.S. presidency, but also the first woman of African American and South Asian descent.

County Democrats will meet at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14, at Pizza Hut in Poteau. It is the first of two meetings this month, the second date scheduled for Aug. 28.

The group has been meeting since mid-July, with numbers of those attending local meetings mushrooming, increasing by more than 450% by just the third meeting – emblematic of the dramatic support Harris has experienced in her first month on the campaign trail. County Democrats have established a goal of increasing by 1,000% for the two August meetings.

During the first three meetings, county and regional representatives — Ray Wilson, Tom Brennan and Katie Hopper — have addressed the group, providing not only encouragement for local efforts, but offering ideas for engaging with communities and voters as the election nears.

Promoting voter registration, connecting with and developing Young Democrats organizations, becoming more visible within the county and at county activities, and sharpening communications for Democrats throughout the county have been identified as priorities for the organization.

The local organization is very active on social media — LeFlore County Democrats — which keeps members informed about county news and upcoming activities.

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