An alternate, like a proxy, is someone who is granted voting privileges on behalf of another person. Alternates are usually found at the county (DCCC) level. There are no alternates at the state (DSCC) level.
Typically, an Alternate has the right to vote on behalf of a voting member in the voting member’s absence. This right is usually valid once granted until revoked or expired, according to the county bylaws/ruling documents. In most cases, an Alternate only represents the voting member at the central committee but not on any subcommittees.
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