The Cook County Democratic Party has been known colloquially at times as the Democratic Organization, the Regular Democratic Organization, the Regular Democratic Party, and other variants. Some local ward and township committees still officially use those terms. By any name, the party proudly endorses and supports all Democratic candidates whether at the federal, state or local level. These candidates deserve our support, as they offer the best vision and policies for a brighter, more prosperous future for all.
During this critical time that will affect generations to come, the Cook County Democratic Party will represent and protect the interests of working people and guarantee personal liberties for everyone.
To contact us, call (312) 263-0575 or email cookcountydems@msn.com.
Our Leaders
Chair
4th Ward
Executive Vice-Chair
22nd Ward
Executive Vice-Chair
Northfield Township
First Vice-Chair
Rich Township
City Vice-Chair
38th Ward
Suburban Vice-Chair
Oak Park Township
Secretary
Schaumburg Township
Treasurer
8th Ward
Sergeant-At-Arms
35th Ward
Executive Director
Our Executive Director
Jacob Kaplan has served as Executive Director of the Cook County Democratic Party since 2014. In his role, he manages the Party’s endorsement process and helps the Party achieve victories for its endorsed slate of candidates. He also handles the day-to-day operations of the Party and assists its 80 elected committeepersons.
A lifelong resident of Chicago, Jacob is also a lawyer and has a passion for Chicago history. He is particularly interested in the region’s industrial, transportation, and architectural heritage, as well as its political history. Jacob has been involved in several history projects and co-authored books on Chicago neighborhoods.
Our By-Laws
``This organization shall be known as the Cook County Democratic Party. Its purposes shall be to attract, endorse, and support qualified Democratic candidates for office, to develop positions on issues of public importance, to advance the ideals and principles of the Democratic Party, and to seek to improve the lives of the people of Cook County through effective, efficient, and fair government.``
Amended Policy And Procedure For Reviewing Claims Of Alleged Sexual Harassment
``the Party is committed to achieving an equitable, respectful and safe working environment for all of its committeepersons, officers, officials, staff members and employees, and expects those individuals to live up to those values as well as recognized standards of proper professional and ethical conduct.``
