Local democrats gathered today to select Guam’s delegates to the Democratic National Convention, which will be held from Aug. 19 to Aug. 22, 2024 in Chicago where democrats from all over the country will pledge their support to re-nominate President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.

The following individuals were selected:

Peter John Cruz
Former Speaker Judith T. Won Pat
Former Senator Francis E. Santos
Sarah Thomas Nededog
Robert “Bobby” Alvarez
Taling Taitano
Lawrence Alcairo

They will be joining the following automatic delegates to the Democratic National Convention:

Governor Lou Leon Guerrero
Chairman Tony Babauta
Vice Chairwoman Rikki Orsini
Former Senator Rory Respicio
Former Senator Regine Biscoe Lee

“The Party is excited to be sending a delegation to the DNC Convention in full support of President Biden and Vice President Harris. Our island and country needs leadership that continues to invest in people, improves our infrastructure, focuses on sustainability and our environment, and protects women’s rights,” Tony Babauta, the Democratic Party of Guam Chairman, stated.

“The national convention is currently the only way for the people of Guam to participate in the presidential election process. The national convention is also an opportunity for us to include Guam’s top federal priorities in the national party platform that will guide our national party officials in the White House and Congress for years to come,” Democratic Party of Guam Vice Chairwoman Rikki Orsini stated.