About The
LD 18 Democrats

• To elect Democratic Party candidates to positions in local, state and national government.
• To support elected officials that share the Democratic Party’s goals and vision for a better Arizona.
• To keep the voters of our district informed about topics that affect our community.
• To encourage participation in government by promoting voter registration and permanent vote by mail enrollment.

Our vision is one of an Arizona with all levels of government working together to improve the quality of life of all Arizonans.  This includes improving public education, fostering the growth of well-paying jobs, and providing essential services while maintaining fiscal responsibility and fairness.

LD 18 Precinct Map

Congressional District 9 Map

CHAIR, LD18 Democrats

Alison Porter has spent the majority of her time and energy to elect a variety of public servants in the last 10 years, as a Precinct Committee person here in LD18.

In 2017, after Trump was elected, and many new activists began to awaken to our shared responsibility, the Arizona Legislature passed SB1431, and a threat of transferring significant funds from public education to private schools. Alison was one of a small group who founded Save Our Schools Arizona, and accomplished what was considered impossible, organizing volunteers to collect enough signatures in 90 days to stop the law from going into effect.

Alison strongly believes people power is the key to our democracy.

She has seen and has supported the power of the amazing people in LD18 Democrats that have helped change the political landscape in Arizona. 

As Chair of LD18, Alison is committed to continue to empower every volunteer in LD18 who wants to contribute  their skills, time and resources to improve our communities, our state, and our country. Our opportunity in the next 12 months is to build our capacity and prepare for the future.  Growing and learning together this year, LD18 is preparing for whatever changes redistricting will bring for successful elections in 2022.

Other Board Members and their Roles

FIRST VICE CHAIR – Angela Buer, a maven of all things digital, in addition to being back up Chair, oversees all Social Media and Communications. Angela is incredibly busy with her job, her catnasium, and recently remodeled home, but is always available when needed.

SECOND VICE CHAIR – Janet Hamlin, a cancer survivor and incredible community member, has stepped into leadership as an organizer of volunteers (which includes our amazing PCs). Janet is well-organized and also very responsive when asked for help or information.

SECRETARY – Susie Thornton, a significant hero of LD18, will not only help record meeting minutes and highlights. Susie will help organize our ever growing community to make sure we are getting the people who want and need the information they need. If you have an issue with getting email, or would prefer text messages, etc, just let her know.

TREASURER – Joseph Seelye, longtime union member and leader, has stepped into the shoes of Norman Fuchs, to continue the LD18 tradition of being compliant with campaign finance regulations and being fiscally responsible.