Gail McDermott, who has served as Chair of the Cumberland County Democratic Committee for 13 years has resigned her post, effective August 1, 2011. During her tenure McDermott worked tirelessly in an effort to bring effective government to Cumberland County and to uphold the basic values and principles of the Democratic Party. She helped strengthen the party at the grass roots level and helped turn out the vote in crucial state and national elections.
McDermott said, “It has been an honor to have served as Chair and to have worked with many great Democratic candidates and volunteers who care about their communities and their neighbors.”
Former Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell said, “Gail McDermott’s leadership in Cumberland County motivated and turned out more Democrats than ever in one of the most Republican counties in the Commonwealth. Her tireless hard work narrowed the vote gap and helped lead the Democratic ticket to many statewide victories over the last decade – including my own. I have always been proud to have Gail on my team, but, even prouder to call her my friend.”
T.J. Rooney, the Chairman of the Pennsylvania Democratic Party from 2003 to 2010, worked closely with McDermott through the years. He said, “No one worked as tirelessly or demonstrated a stronger commitment to the Democratic Party than my good friend Gail McDermott. For over 10 years, she led the Democratic Party of Cumberland County through great progress and growth. I’m proud to have served with her through my tenure as Chairman of the Pennsylvania Democratic Party.”
John Alosi, the CCDC Vice Chair, will serve as interim Chair. McDermott said, “The Party will be well served by John Alosi who understands the needs of the party and candidates.”
Everyone is concerned about unemployment, jobs and the need to move our country ahead. People are searching for a vision for the future that includes full employment and a fair and just economy.
