Press Releases

11.12.24 | NMI Democrats react to Trump’s re-election

Precinct 3, Incumbent Denita K. Yangetmai shared her well wishes by congratulating the 47th President. “I personally extend my congratulations to our President-elect Donald Trump on his victory, and I am confident that our CNMI relations to the federal government will be unabated, especially that we now have a new CNMI Republican delegate-elect to Congress. I am confident, and I don’t see any reason for our relations to the federal government to be any different.”

11.11.24 | Our People, Our Future – Thank You

The Democratic Party of the Northern Mariana Islands would like to thank the community of registered votes for making their voices heard in the recent elections. We thank the voters for re-electing a few of our incumbents while believing in the IND-DEM coalition that is working for our people and our future every day.

9.19.24 | Thank You NMI Delegate Candidates & Saipan Chamber of Commerce

The Democratic Party of the Northern Mariana Islands would like to thank the Saipan Chamber of Commerce, the 2024 Candidates for NMI US Delegate, along with everyone that made the NMI Delegate Debate a success this past Tuesday night. Thank you for providing a platform for candidates to speak to voters about their plans and policies should they be elected.

8.24.24 | Cheers to an historic Democratic convention

In 2020, the Democratic National Convention Committee did not meet as originally planned due to covid, but rather hosted a virtual convention for all the world to see. This year, state parties and
territories across the country were excited to reunite in person for the historic nomination of their presidential nominee Kamala Harris.

8.07.24 | When we fight, We Win. NMI Democrats ALL IN for Harris – Walz 2024

“The Democratic Party of the Northern Mariana Islands would like to congratulate Minnesota Governor, Tim Walz, as the VP nominee to lead this country. We believe he is an outstanding choice for Vice President because not long before he was a two term Governor, he represented his home state in US Congress for six terms."

8.07.24 | IND-DEM Coalition Stronger than Ever

Comments from our elected officials, and party members: “On Tuesday, in the presence of families, friends, and supporters, my fellow Democrats and I, along with the Independent coalition, officially filed our candidacy nominating petitions in hopes of serving the people of the Marianas.

7.25.24 | Delegations from the U.S. Territories offer joint support for VP Harris

The United States Territories unified in full support of Vice President Kamala Harris as their nominee. The delegations from the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, the Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, and American Samoa have proudly endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as their Democratic nominee for President.

7.15.24 | NMI Democrats: 'Violence is not the answer'

The Democratic Party of the Northern Mariana Islands strongly condemns the recent shooting at former President Donald Trump’s rally in Pennsylvania, and all forms of political violence.

4.25.24 | NMI Democrats endorse incumbents and Manny Castro for Saipan Senate

The Central Executive Committee of the Democratic Party of the NMI gathered this month to officially confirm and endorse their incumbents along with current Precinct 2, House Representative Manny Castro.

3.15.24 | President Joe Biden wins the NMI Democratic Primary

Ninety-nine voters across Rota, Tinian, and Saipan participated in the NMI Democratic Party’s first ever presidential primary. From March 5-12, Democrats and other supporters visited polling sites on all three islands to cast their votes.

3.8.24 | Democrats on Tinian and Rota Energized for the Democratic Presidential Primary

Tinian and Rota are witnessing historic numbers with a greater number of participants in this year's NMI Democratic primary than ever before.

3.5.24 | It's Super Tuesday! Let the NMI Democratic Primary Begin!

Super Tuesday is the day in the presidential primary cycle when the most states vote. The exact number varies by year, but it is common for a third of all delegates to the Democratic presidential nominating convention to be awarded on Super Tuesday.

3.1.24 | NMI Delegate Candidates Declare Their Support for President Biden

The Democratic Party of the Northern Mariana Islands issued a call for delegate candidates who would represent the Party at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago in August, and NMI Democrats answered the call.

2.23.24 | NMI Democrats Thrilled to Participate in the Upcoming National Convention

Next month, CNMI Democrats will gather to cast their ballots for their preferred Democratic presidential candidate and will vote for delegates to represent the party at the Democratic National Convention in August. Chicago will host the Convention from August 19-22, and Democrats from across the United States and around the world will gather to formally select the Party’s candidates for President and Vice President of the United States of America.

2.21.24 | Volunteer for the Democratic Party's Presidential Primary on March 12

The NMI Democratic Party is looking for volunteers on Saipan, Tinian, and Rota to assist with next month’s Presidential Primary. Volunteers are needed to assist with registration, ballot access, ballot tabulation, voter file registry, and other duties. Those interested can text the word VOLUNTEER to 484- DEMS (3367) or email the word VOLUNTEER to info@nmidems.org with their name and contact information. Visit www.nmidems.org to learn more and become a volunteer today.

2.13.24 | CNMI Democrats Announce the Reelection Bids of Democratic Incumbents

The Democratic Party of the Northern Mariana Islands is pleased to announce that Representative Denita Kaipat Yangetmai of Precinct 3, Representative Vicente Castro Camacho of Precinct 3, and Representative Diego Vincent Fejeran Camacho of Precinct 1 will be seeking reelection in November so that they might continue serving the people of their respective precincts in the CNMI House of Representatives.

2.09.24 | Become a Delegate at the 2024 Democratic National Convention

The Democratic Party of the Northern Mariana Islands will host its Presidential Primary from March 5-12. Though the focus of the primary is to elect local democrats' preferred presidential candidate, of equal importance is the election of delegates who will represent the Northern Marianas at the 2024 Democratic National Convention. The national convention will be held in Chicago from August 19-22.

1.28.24 | NMI Democrats Thank Congressman Gregorio Kilili Camacho Sablan

In his first floor speech as the newly elected Northern Mariana Islands Delegate to the U.S. House of Representatives (111th Congress), Congressman Gregorio Kilili Camacho Sablan affirmed his support for House Resolution 114, which recognized February 4, 2009, as the
23rd National Girls and Women in Sports Day. His speech wasn’t flashy and wasn’t the stuff of headlines, but it would set the tone for his tenure in office. He was there to do the people’s work.

1.25.24 | NMI Democrats Establish Procedures for Incumbents and New Candidates Seeking Elective Office in the Upcoming Midterms

The Central Executive Committee of the Democratic Party of the Northern Mariana Islands adopted a resolution on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, which establishes a process for the recruitment and nomination of candidates seeking to run under the party's banner in this year's midterm elections.

1.18.24 | NMI Democratic Party Presidential Primary March 5-12

The Democratic Party of the Northern Mariana Islands will host its Presidential Primary from March 5-12 on the islands of Saipan, Tinian, and Rota.

4.20.23 | NMI Democrats Elect a New Central Executive Committee

On Saturday, April 15, 2023, NMI Democrats gathered in person and online for their General Membership Meeting. At the meeting, Democrats elected a new Central Executive Committee (CEC).

4.10.23 | NMI Democrats Call for New Members, Officers, and Committees

On Saturday, April 15, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., the Democratic Party of the NMI, in their General Membership Meeting, will elect up to 28 members of the Central Executive Committee (CEC) in what will be a biennial election of CEC members and officers.

4.4.23 | Democratic Party General Membership Meeting

The Democratic Party of the Northern Mariana Islands cordially invites its Democratic family, prospective Democrats, and interested individuals to its General Membership Meeting scheduled for Saturday, April 15 at 10:00 in the morning at the Governor Pedro P. Tenorio Multi-Purpose Center in Susupe.

11.17.22 | Democratic Party Statement on the General Election

The Democratic Party of the Northern Mariana Islands celebrates the people of the Northern Marianas who exercised their right to vote in the recent General Election.

8.9.22 | New Candidates are Ready to Work

On Friday, August 5, 2022, candidates for the Democratic Party of the Northern Mariana Islands submitted their nominating petitions and candidacy documents to the Commonwealth Election Commission. Party Chair Jonathan Cabrera reminded supporters that, “Change is on the ballot, and we are excited to elect democrats who understand the values of good governance, accountability, service, and leadership!”

8.4.22 | Change is on the Ballot in 2022

The Democratic Party of the Northern Mariana Islands invites supporters to join incumbents and new candidates on Friday, August 5, 2022, beginning at 3:30 p.m., as they submit their nominating petitions at the Commonwealth Election Commission. After all the petitions have been submitted, the Party will host a celebratory wave across the street.

8.1.22 | NMI Democrats Working for You in 2022

7.11.22 | Remembering Judge Herb Soll

The Democratic Party of the Northern Mariana Islands mourns the passing of Judge Herb Soll, a beloved friend, a judicious mentor, and an ardent Democrat.

7.11.22 | The Democratic Party’s Blue Banquet

On Saturday, July 2, 2022, Democrats from across the Northern Mariana Islands gathered for a signature event, the Democratic Party’s first Blue Banquet. NMI Democrats celebrated in style while honoring its leaders, reflecting on its past, and looking towards its future.

6.9.22 | Democrats Wave for Pride

Democratic leaders and supporters came out to wave for PRIDE on Friday, June 3, 2022. CNMI democrats waved PRIDE flags and signs that boasted that “NMI Democrats are Out and Proud,” NMI Democrats “Love Our LGBTQIA+ Islanders,” and that during PRIDE month, NMI Democrats “Educate, Commemorate, Appreciate.”

5.26.22 | CNMI Democrats Invite the General Public to a PRIDE Wave & Mixer

PRIDE MONTH is just around the corner, and the NMI Democrats are OUT & PROUD. We are the party of diversity and inclusion, and the Democratic Party of the NMI cordially invites the general public to join us for our PRIDE MIXER event at “The People’s Office”, our party headquarters, located at the Quartermaster traffic light on Middle Road.

4.25.22 | CNMI Democrats Invite the General Public to The People’s Office

The Democratic Party of the Northern Mariana Islands, “The People’s Party,” cordially invites the general public to join us for the unveiling of “The People’s Office,” our 2022 headquarters located at the Quartermaster traffic light on Middle Road, on Thursday, April 28, 2022.

3.22.22 | Exciting Developments in the Democratic Party of the Northern Mariana Islands

After three years at the helm of the Democratic Party of the Northern Mariana Islands, Nola Kileleman Hix has stepped down as Chair of the Party. Hix’s transformative leadership resulted in the election of twelve democrats across the House and Senate.