Richard Carlbom Elected Chair of Minnesota DFL Party

Richard Carlbom, known for his pivotal role in defeating a same-sex marriage ban in 2012, has been elected as Chair of the Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party, succeeding Ken Martin who now chairs the DNC. Carlbom's leadership focuses on expanding the party's coalition and implementing long-term organizing strategies to prepare for upcoming elections. Meanwhile, in Texas, Kendall Scudder has been elected as the new Chair of the Texas Democratic Party amid efforts to regroup after significant electoral setbacks. Scudder aims to revitalize the party to better represent grassroots movements and address the challenges faced by Democrats in the state. In Tennessee, Danielle Goodrich was elected as chair of the Washington County Republican Party, emphasizing transparency and local engagement. These leadership changes reflect broader efforts by state parties to adapt and strategize for future political contests.