DNC

DNC, short for Democratic National Committee, is the principal governing and organizational body of the United States Democratic Party. It coordinates national strategy, fundraising, and outreach, and serves as the link between the party's state and local affiliates and its national operations. The DNC also helps shape the party platform and supports candidates in federal elections.

Historically formed in the 19th century and evolving through reforms in the late 20th century, the DNC operates from Washington, D.C. Its membership includes state and territorial party chairs, regional representatives, and party officers who elect a national chair and other leadership. The committee oversees national fundraising, data and field infrastructure, communications, and issue advocacy, and works with related bodies such as the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee and the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee to support campaigns.

Key responsibilities include organizing the Democratic National Convention, which nominates the party's presidential and vice presidential tickets and adopts the party platform, and coordinating outreach to voters, volunteers, and fundraising networks between elections. The DNC also engages in policy development, issue advocacy, and coordination of messaging across the party's coalition.

Note: The acronym DNC can refer to other organizations or registries in different contexts; this article focuses on the Democratic National Committee.