Louisiana Democratic Party Chairman Randal Gaines speaks to the Baton Rouge Press Club on Monday, Sept. 23, 2024. (Photo credit: Wes Muller/Louisiana Illuminator)
Louisiana Democratic Party Chairman Randal Gaines is counting on young people to help rebuild what many political onlookers see as a floundering organization that has been losing power for nearly four decades.
The former state lawmaker addressed the Baton Rouge Press Club Monday, sharing his thoughts on the future of the party in Louisiana.
Gaines, who is from LaPlace, said he is working to broaden his party’s appeal by holding town hall meetings and speaking with voters to get a sense of how Democrats can better serve them. He also hopes to get more college students and younger people interested in the organization.
“Our goal is to re-attract those who have left the party, but more importantly to attract those younger voters, 18 to 35, who are looking for a place that’s gonna provide an answer to the things that are important to them,” he said.