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Democratic Party of Los Alamos County

Join fellow Democrats for our family-friendly Barack Obama Chili Cookoff, August 2, 2:00-4:30 p.m., at Fuller Lodge, 2132 Central Ave, Los Alamos. Sample a variety of chilis, including vegan/vegetarian options, and vote for your favorite. Prizes will be awarded. 

The event will feature cookie decorating and games for kids, and for adults, a cash bar by Bathtub Row Brewing Co-op.

Meet and greet our local Democratic candidates, and a special guest or more!

Entry fee for adults includes unlimited chili tasting and a bowl of your favorite chili; fee is half price if you bring a pot of chili for the cookoff. Kids under 10 eat free!

Other DPLAC Events

The Democratic Party of Los Alamos County hosts a booth at the 2026 Los Alamos Summer Concert Series, which features weekly Friday night live music from May 22 to August 28 at Ashley Pond Park.

DPLAC members will march in the Los Alamos County Fair and Rodeo Parade in downtown Los Alamos on Saturday, August 8.

DPLAC also will host its John F. Kennedy Fundraiser Dinner, September 12, 5:30 p.m., at Beef & Leaf Cafe, Los Alamos.

Save the dates and plan to attend. More information to come on these events. 

DPLAC Regular Monthly Meeting August 3

Registered Democrats are invited to attend the regular monthly meeting of the Democratic Party of Los Alamos County on Monday, August 3, at 6:30 p.m. The hybrid meeting will be held in person and via Zoom.

In Person: Mesa Public Library, 2400 Central Ave, Los Alamos
Via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81654127593, Meeting ID: 816 5412 7593

All attendees, in person or on Zoom, will be required to sign in with their name and email address for Party verification.

2026 DPLAC Candidates

Congratulations to the successful Democratic candidates in the primary election on June 2. The following local candidates will compete in the general election on November 3.

County Council: (in ballot order) Steven Lynne, Theresa Cull, David Hampton, Melanee Hand
County Assessor: Jeff Casalina
County Sheriff: Antonio Maggiore
Probate Judge: Perry Klare
Municipal Judge: Elizabeth Allen
Magistrate Judge: Catherine Taylor
State Representative District 43: Christine Chandler

Fundraising for DPLAC Candidates

Democratic candidates will compete in the 2026 Los Alamos County general election for nine offices, including County Councilor, County Assessor, County Sheriff, Probate Judge, Magistrate Judge, and Municipal Judge. DPLAC needs your support to get our message out to voters and to get our candidates elected to office.

Your Support Matters. Your donations will go directly toward:
* Voter Outreach: Staffing door-knocking campaigns, phone banks, and/or town halls.
* Direct Candidate Support: Providing local candidates with the tools and data they need to win.
* Media Presence: Funding Web and social media sites, literature, advertising, and other services.
* Campaign Office: Renting a local office during the pre-election season to coordinate get-out-the-vote efforts and distribute signs, literature, and paraphernalia.

How You Can Donate. To those who currently donate to DPLAC, thank you. For those considering donating, go to the DONATE tab on this website. One-time donations can be made by credit card. Monthly donations can be made through ActBlue. Can we count on you to chip in $5, $10, $25, $50, or more to help DPLAC support our local candidates? 

Thanks for Your Support. Our sincere thanks for being a part of our Democratic movement. Together, we can elect Democratic candidates on November 3 to work for a brighter future for our families and our neighbors. 

Board and Commission members provide a voice from Los Alamos citizens about County functions. Consider applying for one of the vacancies. Read more about each position and how to apply HERE. 

Art in Public Places Board, 1 immediate vacancy
Board of Public Utilities, 1 immediate vacancy
County Health Council, 3 immediate vacancies
Environmental Sustainability Board, 3 vacancies beginning August 1
Historic Preservation Advisory Board, 1 vacancy beginning October 1
Labor Management Relations Board, 0 immediate vacancies
Library Board, 2 vacancies beginning September 1
Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board, 0 immediate vacancies
Parks and Recreation Board, 0 immediate vacancies
Personnel Board, 1 immediate vacancy
Planning and Zoning Commission, 0 immediate vacancies
Transportation Board, 0 immediate vacancies

DPLAC Officers, Committees, Wards, Rules

DPNM Platform

Democrats believe that every person matters.... We affirm the ties of unity and inclusion that bind us together as one human family.... We support an economy where all people can thrive.... We support safe communities and schools and strong safety-net protections that provide stability and dignity throughout life....  

Read more about the Democratic Party of New Mexico and the state party platform HERE.