About

Who we are

The West Bloomfield - Lakes Area Dems promotes the philosophy of the Democratic Party, works to elect Democrats to public office, and promotes civic engagement. These objectives are implemented through monthly meetings, committees, the area Democratic precinct delegates, and like-minded individuals who seek to work together to achieve jointly held community goals. In 2022, WBLDems created the WBLDems PAC to help elect Democrats.

The WBLDems area includes West Bloomfield Twp, Keego Harbor, Sylvan Lake and Orchard Lake Village.

Meetings

We usually meet monthly on the 1st Thursday of the month at 6:30pm, with doors open at 6 pm for socializing. Our primary venue is the West Bloomfield Township Public Library, 4600 Walnut Lake Rd, in West Bloomfield. Meeting date, time and location is occasionally subject to change based on venue availability. Meeting details and logistics are always provided via our bi-monthly emails, website and event calendar.

All meetings are free and open to the public. join us!

Committees

Membership: Susan Erich

Program: Patricia Campbell, Linda Samelson and Julie Wash

Political Organizing/Precinct Delegates: John Erich and Susan Erich 

Communications: Marcie Paul, Linda Furlough, and Amy Mindell

Rules and Bylaws: Linda Furlough, Patricia Campbell and Susan Erich

Social Justice: Amy Mindell, Margaret Hall and Marcie Paul

Several opportunities to get involved:

Program and Events: Help plan events, select meeting topics and arrange for speakers - contact Julie

Meetings: Help with set up, hospitality and refreshments - contact Julie

Political Organizing/Precinct Delegates: Canvass, phone or text banks, lit drops or become a Precinct Delegate. Contact Sue

Social Justice Committee: Join the committee - many opportunities to help with initiatives or events. Contact Amy

Oakland County Democratic Party Executive Committee members representing WBLDems:

John Alexander, Dwayne Brown, Linda Furlough, Marcie Paul, Deana Porter, Derryl Reed and Dana Smith