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For help in answering your questions on politics and government, visit some of these helpful sites. Not satisfied? Contact the Summit County Democratic Party and we'll help steer you where you want to go!

POLITICAL

Here is a listing of organizations that are active in Democrat and non-partisan political activities, many working to promote progressive values.

Akron Peace Project - Dedicated to cultivating nonviolence
America Votes - Organization to advance progressive policies
The Daily Green - Consumers guide to green living
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) - The Democrat U.S. House Caucus
Democratic National Committe e (DNC) - The National Party
Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee (DSCC) - The Democrat U.S. Senate Caucus
Equality Ohio - Ohio LGBT support organization
Federal Election Commission - Official filing location for Federal candidate campaign finance reports
Follow the Money - Tracks campaign contributions
League of Women Voters - Non-partisan organization that assists in educating voters
Move On - Left leaning campaigning organization
Obama for America (OFA) - The President's Campaign
Ohio Citizen Action - Community organizing group
Ohio Democratic Party (ODP) - The Sate Party
Open Secrets - Tracks campaign contributions
Tree Hugger - Green news & solutions
Wellstone Action! - Community organizer & candidate campaign training organization

GOVERNMENT

There are many layers of government that were developed to inform about and assist in various life issues. Looking for more solutions? Visit the elected officials listing to contact your representative today.

American Recovery and Reinvestment Act - Tracks spending on the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act
Ballot Initiatives - Lists the statewide issues as they are approved or rejected by the State Attorney General
County of Summit Developmental Disabilities Board - Promotes equal opportunities for those eligible
Go Green Summit County - Green movement driven by Summit County government
The Job Center - Assistance center for employment & training services
Metro Parks - Maintains park system of Summit County
Metro Regional Transit Authority - Summit County public transportation system
Ohio Department of Transportation Progress on ARRA Projects - Tracks spending on Ohio transportation projects
Summit County Board of Elections - Office that runs elections and maintains elections records and local finance reports

SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES

Want to spread your time around, develop skills and meet people to bring into the Democrat Party? Here are some alternate volunteer opportunities to make a difference in our community today.

Americorps - National service program
Corporation of National & Community Service - National service initiative
Keep Akron Beautiful - Urban landscaping program
Peace Corps - Volunteer abroad
Volunteer Match - Promotes volunteer opportunities in your community