Krol

Chair votes Aye

The 24 hour period (and then some) of debate and suggestion of amendments has passed. One amendment was made and seconded.
 

A 24 hour vote on that amendment will begin now. Per the Charter, this vote will require 2/3 of all votes casts, excluding votes of present. 
 

DNC Charter Amendment Vote

Casanova-Davis-Foster Amendment:

SEC. 3. Leadership Elections

1. The following leadership officers will be elected by the DNC:

a. the DNC Chairperson;

b. the Democratic Leader of the United States Senate;

c. the Democratic Whip of the United States Senate;

d. the President pro tempore or Senior Acting President pro tempore of the United States Senate, if a Democrat.

2. Leadership elections will take place in the DNC War Room, via a thread, with no poll.

3. The DNC Chairperson will preside over elections, unless the office of DNC Chairperson is vacant or the DNC Chairperson is a candidate in the election, in which case the next statutory member of DNC leadership in the order of precedence who is not a candidate in the election will preside.

4. Election nominations will be open for 24 36 hours. In order to qualify as a candidate, a member must be nominated and seconded, and if not self-nominating must accept nomination before nominations end. A member may self-nominate, but may not second their own nomination.

5. Election voting will be open for 48 hours. If there is only one candidate for any office, that candidate will be immediately elected by acclamation. If there are only two candidates for any office, members will vote by declaring the name of their preferred candidate. If there are more than two candidates for any office, members will vote by ranking each candidate in order of preference.

6. After votes are tabulated, if a candidate receives a majority of votes that candidate will be elected. In the event no candidate receives a majority of votes, the candidate who received the fewest votes will be eliminated, and votes redistributed to the next ranked candidate each of that candidate's voters selected. This process will continue until a candidate receives a majority of votes and is elected.

6 hours ago, JCD said:

 

I think that is great. It can be inserted as a sort of a findings. Is that what you were thinking? I can insert what you have here as a base.

Yes, exactly!

@Starnes has been nominated and seconded. Do you accept?

My office door is always open. If you have feedback, comments, or questions, please feel free to use this space. I will also use this to make official announcements to the party.

I think this is a good base for our Omnibus Aid bill. I'd also like to add some kind of general statement of beliefs at the beginning, maybe along these lines (not married to the exact language, happy to workshop it):

1. The United States of America stands with the causes of freedom, liberty, and personal security for all people around the globe.

2. The Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022 and the Hamas terror attacks in Israel in 2023 were both unjustified, unprovoked, and inexcusable and conducted by hostile rogue actors.

3. All people have an inherent right to live a life free from fear, especially civilian non-combatants, women, and children. The use of civilian non-combatants as covers and shields for hostile forces is contrary to all the laws and norms of international conflict.

4. No person should suffer politically, economically, or socially due to their national origin, ethnic heritage, religion, sexuality, or political creed. Antisemitism and Islamophobia, in particular, pose an increasing threat both domestically and globally.

Pursuant to Section 3 of the DNC Charter, a 24 hour period will begin to nominate the Senate Democratic Leader.

Candidates

Nominated:

John Starnes (D-VA)

Seconded:

John Starnes (D-VA)

Accepted:

John Starnes (D-VA)

SEC. 3. Leadership Elections

1. The following leadership officers will be elected by the DNC:

a. the DNC Chairperson;

b. the Democratic Leader of the United States Senate;

c. the Democratic Whip of the United States Senate;

d. the President pro tempore or Senior Acting President pro tempore of the United States Senate, if a Democrat.

2. Leadership elections will take place in the DNC War Room, via a thread, with no poll.

3. The DNC Chairperson will preside over elections, unless the office of DNC Chairperson is vacant or the DNC Chairperson is a candidate in the election, in which case the next statutory member of DNC leadership in the order of precedence who is not a candidate in the election will preside.

4. Election nominations will be open for 24 hours. In order to qualify as a candidate, a member must be nominated and seconded, and if not self-nominating must accept nomination before nominations end. A member may self-nominate, but may not second their own nomination.

5. Election voting will be open for 48 hours. If there is only one candidate for any office, that candidate will be immediately elected by acclamation. If there are only two candidates for any office, members will vote by declaring the name of their preferred candidate. If there are more than two candidates for any office, members will vote by ranking each candidate in order of preference.

6. After votes are tabulated, if a candidate receives a majority of votes that candidate will be elected. In the event no candidate receives a majority of votes, the candidate who received the fewest votes will be eliminated, and votes redistributed to the next ranked candidate each of that candidate's voters selected. This process will continue until a candidate receives a majority of votes and is elected.

3 hours ago, Brink said:

I'd argue it also is kind of a way for a President to have unfettered power over the party even if the party completely disagrees with the President on a particular issue. 

 

Devil's advocate: why isn't the Vice President just the chair of the party in that situation? It's not like recent VPs have had a ton to do.

Do you want to formally propose an amendment?

The first amendment to be made and seconded:

SEC. 3. Leadership Elections

1. The following leadership officers will be elected by the DNC:

a. the DNC Chairperson;

b. the Democratic Leader of the United States Senate;

c. the Democratic Whip of the United States Senate;

d. the President pro tempore or Senior Acting President pro tempore of the United States Senate, if a Democrat.

2. Leadership elections will take place in the DNC War Room, via a thread, with no poll.

3. The DNC Chairperson will preside over elections, unless the office of DNC Chairperson is vacant or the DNC Chairperson is a candidate in the election, in which case the next statutory member of DNC leadership in the order of precedence who is not a candidate in the election will preside.

4. Election nominations will be open for 24 36 hours. In order to qualify as a candidate, a member must be nominated and seconded, and if not self-nominating must accept nomination before nominations end. A member may self-nominate, but may not second their own nomination.

5. Election voting will be open for 48 hours. If there is only one candidate for any office, that candidate will be immediately elected by acclamation. If there are only two candidates for any office, members will vote by declaring the name of their preferred candidate. If there are more than two candidates for any office, members will vote by ranking each candidate in order of preference.

6. After votes are tabulated, if a candidate receives a majority of votes that candidate will be elected. In the event no candidate receives a majority of votes, the candidate who received the fewest votes will be eliminated, and votes redistributed to the next ranked candidate each of that candidate's voters selected. This process will continue until a candidate receives a majority of votes and is elected.

1 hour ago, JCD said:

Congrats, Mr. Chair.

 

I would humbly suggest that we open Senate Leader nominations so that we can have an SL as quickly as possible before/after (if contested) the 21st. 

I was planning to wait until we adopt the charter, but I will open them shortly. 

Statement by Senator Krol on His Election as Chair of the DNC

"I am beyond honored and humbled by this tremendous vote of confidence by my Democratic colleagues. I am fully committed to electing Democrats up and down the ballot, coast to coast; to protecting out front line incumbents and flipping seats in both Chambers; to bringing the Democratic message to places where Democratic voices haven't been heard before. We must acknowledge, and the Jon Krol DNC will, that every voter has the potential to be a Democratic voter if we treat them with the respect they deserve, answer their questions, and be honest with the American people." 

Statement on the Election of Senator Jon Krol as Chair of the DNC

Today, the Democratic National Committee unanimously elected Senator Jon Krol (D-NY) to serve as the next Chair of the DNC. Senator Krol brings a wide depth of experience in local, state, and federal politics to the DNC, as well as successful careers in advocacy and Major League Soccer. Senator Krol is the first openly gay Chair of the DNC and the first Chair from New York since Ron Brown (1989-1993).

Speaking after his election, Senator Krol said "My primary focus as Chair is to ensure that the era of MAGA extremism comes to an end. We've seen Democrats win up and down the ballot since 2016 and we must keep that momentum going strong by showing, at every opportunity, the stark differences between the Democratic vision for this country and the realities of Republican MAGA extremism. President Biden has been and continues to be a strong, transformative President; I thank him deeply for all he's done. As we work through our party process to select his successor, the 47th President of the United States, I will ensure that the DNC acts in an appropriately transparent, honest, and impartial manner."

Press Office of the Democratic National Committee

Senator Jon Krol (D-NY), Chair

2 hours ago, Brink said:

Why should does the President get to force the DNC Chair to resign?

 

I know this is a copy paste from last reset, just throwing it out there

I think that's a fairly realistic part of the DNC. When either party hold the White House, they have extensive sway over their party chairmanship.

I thank you for the honor. 

Pursuant to Section 6 of the previous Charter, a 24 hour period will be held for the proposal of any amendments to the previous Charter. 
 

SECTION 1. Democratic National Committee

1. The Democratic National Committee (DNC) shall be comprised of the following members, provided they are Democrats, or have been authorized by plurality vote of the DNC to caucus with Democrats in the United States Congress, and remain in good standing with the DNC:

a. the President of the United States of America;
b. the Vice President of the United States of America;
c. Cabinet-level officials in the United States federal government;
d. United States Senators; and
e. United States Representatives, including non-voting Delegates or Resident Commissioners.

2. The DNC shall be authorized and required to:

a. establish, and superintend, presidential primary elections to determine the Democratic nominee for President of the United States of America;
b. nominate the individual chosen by the Democratic presidential nominee as their running mate for Vice President of the United States of America;
c. support the electoral efforts of each Democratic nominee for federal office and, to this end, coordinate state and local election efforts;
d. organize the Democratic National Convention every four years, in presidential election years; and
e. raise funds, and obligate these funds, in such a manner as to effectively accomplish the aims laid out in this section.

SEC. 2. DNC Leadership

1. The DNC shall be led by a Chairperson, who shall coordinate the operations of the DNC, represent the DNC to the public and to the media, and manage DNC finances.

2. The DNC Chairperson will appoint one DNC Vice Chairperson, and may appoint non-statutory deputies of specific portfolios at their discretion.

3. The DNC Chairperson may dismiss the DNC Vice Chairperson or non-statutory deputies at their discretion. The DNC Vice Chairperson and non-statutory deputies shall be automatically removed from office following election of a new DNC Chairperson, unless reappointed.

4. In the event the office of DNC Chairperson is vacant, the next statutory member of DNC leadership in the order of precedence as ranked in subsection 5 will fulfill the responsibilities of the DNC Chairperson until a new DNC Chairperson is elected.

5. The following are statutory members of DNC leadership, ranked in order of precedence:

a. the DNC Chairperson;

b. the DNC Vice Chairperson;

c. the Democratic Leader in the United States Senate;

d. the Democratic Whip in the United States Senate;

e. the President pro tempore or Senior Acting President pro tempore of the United States Senate, if a Democrat.

6. The President of the United States of America, if a Democrat, may request the resignation of the DNC Chairperson, which must be duly submitted.

7. The DNC Chairperson, the DNC Vice Chairperson, and non-statutory deputies are prohibited from seeking the Democratic nomination for President of the United States of America unless they first resign their leadership position in the DNC.

 
SEC. 3. Leadership Elections

1. The following leadership officers will be elected by the DNC:

a. the DNC Chairperson;

b. the Democratic Leader of the United States Senate;

c. the Democratic Whip of the United States Senate;

d. the President pro tempore or Senior Acting President pro tempore of the United States Senate, if a Democrat.

2. Leadership elections will take place in the DNC War Room, via a thread, with no poll.

3. The DNC Chairperson will preside over elections, unless the office of DNC Chairperson is vacant or the DNC Chairperson is a candidate in the election, in which case the next statutory member of DNC leadership in the order of precedence who is not a candidate in the election will preside.

4. Election nominations will be open for 24 hours. In order to qualify as a candidate, a member must be nominated and seconded, and if not self-nominating must accept nomination before nominations end. A member may self-nominate, but may not second their own nomination.

5. Election voting will be open for 48 hours. If there is only one candidate for any office, that candidate will be immediately elected by acclamation. If there are only two candidates for any office, members will vote by declaring the name of their preferred candidate. If there are more than two candidates for any office, members will vote by ranking each candidate in order of preference.

6. After votes are tabulated, if a candidate receives a majority of votes that candidate will be elected. In the event no candidate receives a majority of votes, the candidate who received the fewest votes will be eliminated, and votes redistributed to the next ranked candidate each of that candidate's voters selected. This process will continue until a candidate receives a majority of votes and is elected.

SEC. 4. Votes of No Confidence

1. Any DNC member may move for a vote of no confidence against any elected leadership officer. In order for the motion to be recognized and proceed to vote, it must be seconded by at least three other DNC members.

2. Once a duly seconded motion is recognized, a mandatory 48 hour discussion must be held in the DNC War Room to allow due deliberation and provide an opportunity for the leadership officer subject to the vote of no confidence to defend themselves.

3. Following the discussion period, a vote will be opened and will remain open for 24 hours. In order for a vote of no confidence to pass, it must receive two-thirds support from all members voting, excluding any present votes from the tally.

4. In the event a leadership officer has failed to post on either the VGS board or the VGS Discord server in an in-character capacity within 120 hours without a declared leave of absence, a DNC member may move for a vote of no confidence, which will follow the same process established in this section except that the 48 hour discussion period will be waived and the vote of no confidence will require only majority support in order to pass.

SEC. 5. Disciplinary Procedure

1. Any DNC member may be suspended or expelled from the DNC. Any suspended or expelled member will immediately lose access to the DNC War Room as well as any and all areas reserved only for DNC members on the VGS board or VGS Discord server for the duration of the suspension or expulsion.

2. The DNC Chairperson may suspend a member from the DNC for a period of no more than 120 hours. The DNC Chairperson must immediately inform the DNC membership, including the suspended member, of the suspension.

3. A DNC member may move to expel a member from the DNC for causing undue harm to the DNC. The member must provide evidence of the harm caused, and state the proposed length of the expulsion. In order for the motion to be recognized and proceed to a vote, it must be seconded by at least three other DNC members.

4. Once a duly seconded motion is recognized, a mandatory 48 hour discussion must be held in the DNC War Room. The member subject to the vote of expulsion must be informed of the evidence against them and afforded the opportunity to provide a statement in their own defense, which must be posted by a DNC member on their behalf if they have been suspended by the DNC Chairperson.

5. Following the discussion period, a vote will be opened and will remain open for 24 hours. In order for a vote of expulsion to pass, it must receive two-thirds support from all members voting, excluding any present votes from the tally.

SEC. 6. Ratification and Amendments

1. The Charter of the Democratic National Committee will be newly ratified at the beginning of each VGS round. Ratification of the charter will require a 24 hour discussion in the DNC War Room in which amendments may be proposed and voted upon for 24 hours each, and a subsequent 24 hour ratification vote. In order for the charter and any amendments proposed during the ratification period to be ratified, they must receive two-thirds support from all members voting, excluding any present votes from the tally.

2. A DNC member may propose an amendment to this charter following ratification. In order for such an amendment to be recognized and proceed to a vote, it must be seconded by another DNC member. Once a duly seconded amendment is recognized, a mandatory 24 hour discussion must be held in the DNC War Room. Following the discussion period, a vote will be opened and will remain open for 24 hours. In order for an amendment to pass, it must receive two-thirds support from all members voting, excluding any present votes from the tally.

SEC. 7. Extraordinary Procedures

1. Whenever a rule or question cannot be determined according to the provisions of this charter, the DNC Chairperson may decide the rule or question. A rule or question decided in such a manner will be subject to appeal by any member, requiring a 24 hour discussion in the DNC War Room and subsequent 24 hour vote. In order for such a decision to be overturned, the vote to overturn must receive majority support from all members voting, excluding any present votes from the tally.

2. The provisions of this charter notwithstanding, any DNC member may move to decide any matter under this charter by unanimous consent, which will be achieved if no DNC member objects within 24 hours of the motion for unanimous consent being recognized by the DNC Chairperson in the DNC War Room and announced to the DNC membership via the VGS Discord server.

Statement by Senator Krol on the 2024 Presidential Election

"The Democratic Party is already presenting itself with a diverse slate of strong candidates. I will not be a candidate for President, although I am wholly committed to ensuring President Biden's legacy is enshrined as one of the most consequential and transformative presidents in recent memory."

Statement by Senator Krol on Israel and Hamas

"As a Senator for New York, I represent more Jewish Americans than any person in this country. I've met with Jewish New Yorkers since the terrorist attack, and I've heard their fears about growing antisemitism - both at home and abroad. There is no place for antisemitism in our society. I unequivocally support Israel and the right of the Israeli people to defend themselves from barbarism and terrorism. Israel stood with the United States during our War on Terror and we must stand with Israel now. It was the correct course of action for Mr. Netanyahu to stand down and I look forward to building a relationship with Prime Minister Regev as Israel's response to the terrible actions of October 7th continues."

I’ll nominate myself for Chair. 

Statement by Senator Krol on the Passing of Donald Trump

“Donald Trump was a far-right extremist who dedicated himself to weakening America and our values for his own gain. He aimed to further himself at every opportunity regardless of how many Americans would suffer. From his hateful rhetoric on race to his attempted coup on January 6th, the legacy of Donald Trump is a stain on our national history. His passing is neither a day for celebration nor mourning, but a day for reflection on that legacy. I do extend my condolences to his family for the loss of their husband, father, and grandfather.”

Legislation Sponsored:

Protecting Local Sports Act

Equal Education Act

Therapeutic Fraud Prevention Act of 2025

HIV/AIDS Eradication Act of 2025

Legislation Co-sponsored:

Ban Congressional Stock Trading Act

Financial Security for Beneficiaries Act

Revitalizing Downtowns Act

Raise the Wage Act of 2025

Women's Health Protection Act of 2025

Expanding Access to the Ballot Box Act

Resolution RE World AIDS Day

Comprehensive Paid Leave for Federal Employees Act

Votes

Aye

S.Res.5 Resolution On The State Of Israel's Right To Exist

Nay

Present

Official Biography

Senator Jon David Krol (D-NY) has served in the United States Senate since 2023, having previously served as the Member of Congress for New York's 16th District from January 3, 2019 to January 3, 2023, Lieutenant Governor of New York from January 1, 2015 to January 1, 2019, and Mayor of White Plains, New York from January 1, 2009 to November 4, 2014.

His parents, Francis David Krol and Marcia Alice Krol, were each first-generation Americans from German immigrant families. They raised Jon and his two older brothers, Thomas and Patrick, in Baltimore, Maryland. Francis worked in the print shop for the Baltimore Sun for many years, while Alice worked at the check out of a local grocery store. Jon worked hard in high school and earned an athletic scholarship to the University of Maryland, starring for the Maryland Terps Soccer Team for four years. After graduation, he was a successful player in Major League Soccer, anchoring the midfield for the Metrostars from 1999 to 2005, including an impressive performance as the club lifted the La Manga Cup in 2004. He was called up by United States Men's National Team Coach Bruce Arena for a pair of friendly matches in May 2003 but he was an unused substitute in both games.

Following his athletic career, Jon founded the Safe Streets Coalition, a non-profit advocating for people-focused infrastructure and urban design, investments in public transit, and walkable neighborhoods. Jon helped teach local activists how to advocate effectively, led seminars on the importance of people-focused infrastructure, and spoke out on the dangers of larger, faster, heavier cars. This platform of advocacy led Jon to seek local elected office, being elected as Mayor of his adoptive hometown of White Plains, New York in 2008. In addition to his urban planning policies, Mayor Krol was also an active member of the Mayors Against Illegal Guns Coalition with Mayors Bloomberg and Menino. Governor Andrew Cuomo selected Mayor Krol as his running mate in the 2014 New York Gubernatorial election, praising the Mayor for his youth and commitment to advocating for the less fortunate. The Cuomo/Krol ticket was overwhelmingly elected in November and Jon resigned as Mayor to focus on the transition.

As Lieutenant Governor, Jon was a champion for housing and public transit in Albany. At the Governor's direction, Lieutenant Governor Krol chaired 10 regional economic development councils to maximize the economic potential of the many distinct regions of the Empire State. He also led efforts against drug overdose deaths and sexual assaults on college campuses. Jon frequently sparred with Republicans in Albany on reproductive rights and was prepared to cast the tie breaking vote on a transformational reproductive rights in the New York State Senate when Republicans shut down the chamber and ended legislative business in a show of cowardice. 

Regarded nationally as a rising star in the Democratic Party, Jon was heavily recruited to run for the United States Congress in 2018. Jon was a frequent critic of President Donald Trump in Albany and felt it was appropriate to bring that fight to Washington. Jon entered the primary for the 16th District and defeated incumbent Congressman Eliot Engel after running on a platform of local engagement and local investment. As a Member of Congress, Representative Krol served on the Education and Labor and Science, Space, and Technology Committees, advocating for Westchester County. He voted for the 2019 impeachment of Donald Trump and defended Special Counsel Robert Mueller's investigation from Republican obstruction.

While running for re-election to the House in 2020, Representative Krol was a staunch supporter of former Vice President Joe Biden's campaign for President and held several events and fundraisers for the Democratic ticket. After securing re-election, Jon was horrified by the attempted coup of January 6th, 2021 and vowed to take an aggressive stance against MAGA extremists. He supported the 2021 impeachment of Donald Trump as well as the bipartisan January 6th investigation resolution and the House Select Committee. Jon was proud to stand with President Biden and vote for the American Rescue Plan, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, the Inflation Reduction Act, and the Respect for Marriage Act.

In 2022, Jon was elected to the United States Senate, succeeding the retiring Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer. 

Jon is married to his husband, Adam Harrison (b. 1982, m. 2011). They live in White Plains with their son, Jackson (b. 2011), daughter, Vikki (b. 2013), and two golden retrievers, George and Hank. Adam is a book publisher in New York City. 

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Democrat for New York

56 minutes ago, Jefferson said:

 

I am so happy to see you back. 

 

Lt. Governor is a bit tricky with the whole "you inherit Hochul's record", but she became Governor after Cuomo resigned. I know the whole inheriting the record is a bit frustrating at times, but a character established in politics would need to hold some kind of record.

I suggest either going for Gillibrand's seat in 2018 ... or you maybe ran for the House in 2020 so that we don't run into the Hochul/Cuomo thing? 

Does this work?

Career:

NCAA Division I Starting Midfielder, Maryland Terps (1995-1999)

Midfielder, NY/NJ MetroStars (1999-2005) (15 Points)

Founder and CEO, Safe Streets Coalition (2006-2009) (30 Points)

Mayor, White Plains, New York (2009-2014) (Two terms, 6 Points)

Lieutenant Governor, New York (2014-2018) (One terms, 8 Points)

Congressman, New York 16th District (2019-2023) (Two terms, 6 points)

United States Senator, New York (2023-Present)

Key Votes:

2019: Aye: United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement Implementation Act

2021: Aye: American Rescue Plan Act of 2021

Aye: Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act

2022: Aye: Ukraine Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act of 2022

2023: Aye: Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023