Mission

Democracy Matters is a non-partisan, non-profit, national organization that strives to reinvigorate and further democratize our American political system. As members of Democracy Matters, we strive to make politicians more accountable to the people by getting big money out of politics.

The Iona Chapter of Democracy Matters is particularly committed to meaningful campaign finance reform to insure that all Americans, regardless of wealth, have an audible voice in our political system and that viable political candidates are not discouraged from running because they do not have sufficient access to wealth.

The goals of Democracy Matters are to inform the general student body and the broader New Rochelle community about the downfalls of the current campaign finance system and how to rectify them.

We plan to achieve these goals through educational campaigns and events, leading rallies, and talking to students, civic organizations and others about bettering our democracy.

Meeting Times

Tuesdays 12 noon at Doorley Hall room 113, Meetings are open to all interested students.

Members

Executive Board
President: AnnMarie Stepancic
Vice President: Emma Smith
Corresponding Secretary: Nelson Matias
Treasurer: Dan Hold
Recording Secretary: Emily Grogan

Current General Members
Appoximately 42 general members

Events: participated in, hosted, annual, or future ideas

• Constitution Day
• Week of the Peacemaker
• Lobby Day
• Earth Day

National Organization

Visit Democracy Matters National online.

Contact

Interested in joining? Contact AnnMarie Stepancic or inquire at the Political Science Department