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There's a Democratic Candidate for every voter on the 2026 Midterm ballot. No matter where you fit in the Dem's"big tent" - we've got you.
Introducing Next Wave Manatee: a group created by and for Manatee County voters under 35. We’re done with the same old politics of previous generations. It’s time to come together—talk, organize, and push for the issues that matter to our generation. Meet candidates, learn about local, state, and national policy, and help make Manatee a better place to live, work, and play.
On January 13, 2026, the MCDEC steering committee approved the creation of a Young Voter Engagement Committee, to be headed by Ocean Fitts, and Next Wave Manatee was born.
"It is important that our younger voters have their own space to explore the issues facing Manatee County, meet candidates and find other like-minded voters." says Christine Kennedy Meier, MCDP Chair. "When I met Ocean, I just knew we'd found the right person to launch this new initiative"
Ocean Fitts, Committee Chair, is assembling a leadership team and planning the first Next Wave Manatee event.
Click the link below to get on the list for early access or to join the leadership team.
Locally raised donations stay here in our community. Our important work securing democracy at the local level takes resources. The Manatee Democratic Party relies on donations from neighbors like you to help fight voter suppression & spread the word about issues.
Turn your anger into action. As the 2026 election approaches, we will have opportunities for you to roll-up your sleeves and help take our county, state & country back.
Do you have a special interest or want to get together with other Democrats that live nearby? The MCDP has 12 different groups for you to explore.