Democrats Serve PAC endorses Wesley Wheless for Board of Commissioners (Franklin County, NC)
Highlighting his public service background, the national organization plans to actively support Wesley Wheless in his 2024 election.
Washington DC. (February 26, 2024) – Today, Democrats Serve, a national organization supporting Democrats with public service backgrounds, announced the endorsement of Wesley’s Board of Commissioners bid in Franklin County, North Carolina’s 7th District.
Democrats Serve’s executive director, Brett Broesder, stated that Wheless’ public service experience, serving as a teacher and volunteer firefighter, makes him an excellent example of someone who can excel as a candidate and policymaker.
"Public service isn't just a job for Wesley Wheless; it's his way of life," said Broesder.
Wesley Wheless noted that he’s thrilled to receive Democrats Serve’s support.
"Public service has always been an important part of my life and something I am passionate about. I always seek new ways to improve my community and help others. By running for County Commissioner, I feel like I am taking the next step in being able to serve all the residents of Franklin County by ensuring they are receiving all of the services and support they need to call Franklin County home. I am honored to receive the endorsement of Democrats Serve, reaffirming our commitment to fostering positive change in Franklin County." said Wheless.
For the 2024 elections, the group has made endorsements nationwide, including: U.S. Senate Candidates: Angela Alsobrooks (MD) and Lisa Blunt Rochester (DE); Incumbent House Democrats: Yadira Caraveo (CO-03), Jasmine Crockett (TX-30), and Val Foushee (NC-04); U.S. House Candidates: Sabrina Bousbar (FL-13), Gil Cisneros (CA-31), Sam Eppler (TX-24), Adam Gray (CA-13), Ron Harris (MN-03), Dave Min (CA-47), Jessica Morse (CA-03), Jirair Ratevosian (CA-30), Josh Riley (NY-19), Kristen McDoanld Rivet (MI-08), Mike Rogers (MD-03), Will Rollins (CA-41), Joel Rubin (MD-06), Rudy Salas (CA-22), Briana Sewell (VA-07), Missy Cotter Smasal (VA-02), Derek Tran (CA-45), Tony Vargas (NE-02), and Brian Williams (TX-32); and State Senate Candidate: Karthik Soora (TX- 15).
Democrats Serve’s overall national effort consists of recruiting, training, and supporting Democrats with backgrounds serving communities in government, including educators, police officers, firefighters, first responders, social workers, judges, prosecutors, public defenders, public health nurses, and more.
About Democrats Serve
Democrats Serve is a hybrid political action committee (PAC) that helps public service Democrats run for office and win. The group recruits, trains, and financially supports Democrats running for office at the federal, state, and local levels. Learn more at democratsserve.org.
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