WHO WE ARE
The United Democratic Club is an inclusive and progressive group of Democrats who believe that everyone should have a place in San Francisco. Our goal is to empower people citywide to drive change by educating, organizing, and building a bench of democratic leaders in San Francisco by cultivating and nurturing grassroots activists.
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We work towards this goal by partnering with other clubs, organizations, and elected officials; advocating for pragmatic solutions to our city's needs; and making our programs and events accessible and open to all San Franciscans.
Board Members
Chasel Lee
President
Chasel Lee
President
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Born and raised in San Francisco, Chasel's first political experience was a City Hall internship in 2009. An attorney who grew up in San Francisco's Visitacion Valley, he understands the impacts that laws and politics have on disenfranchised communities. Chasel brings these lexperiences to his advocacy for better leaders, better policies, and a better city for all San Franciscans.
About Chasel
Rucha Tatke
VP, Political Engagement
Rucha Tatke
Vice President, Political Engagement
Rucha emigrated from Singapore to study at UC Berkeley nearly 15 years ago and has been proud to call San Francisco home for the past decade. Her interest in local politics and civic engagement began with an internship at the San Francisco Public Defender. While criminal justice continues to anchor her interests, Rucha strives to be involved in her community with a goal of keeping San Francisco at the forefront of human-centered innovation and progress.
About Rucha
Olga Zubashko
VP, Member Engagement
Olga Zubashko
Vice President, Member Engagement
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Originally from Ukraine, Olga made San Francisco her home 6 years ago. Olga is passionate about doing the work to make San Francisco a thriving and equitable place for all its residents. Olga hosts Noe Valley community clean ups once per month, and she enjoys volunteering to get great Democratic candidates elected to office -- locally and nationally. Outside of the club, Olga enjoys working out and spending leisurely Sundays at Fort Funston with her dog & her husband.
About Olga
Cynthia Chou
VP, Communications
Cynthia Chou
VP, Communications
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​Cynthia grew up in San Diego and began her public service journey as an intern in a senator’s office. She later worked at the California Democratic Party, gaining experience organizing campaigns and elections. Now based in San Francisco and working in the private sector, she loves exploring the city’s parks with her dog, listening to live music, while staying passionate about fostering equity and community engagement.
About Cynthia
Kenneth Russell
Vice President, Events
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​Kenneth is originally from North Carolina but moved to San Francisco 10 years ago. After following local and state politics, he was amazed to find how many of our problems are self-inflicted choices, such as our housing shortage, and was inspired to help support candidates who also strive to fix these issues and help San Francisco and California realize their potential. He wants to see San Francisco truly live up to our reputation as a tolerant and welcoming place by building homes for more people and being safe for those on our streets.​​
Kenneth Russell
VP, Events
About Kenneth
President's Committee
Immediate Past President​
Bobak Esfandiari
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Internal Communications Director
Nelson Zhao
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Policies and Procedures Director
Derek Remski
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Special Projects Director
Louise Fischer
Nancy Tung
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Communications
Social Media Director​
Stephanie Warshaw Harms
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Mike Chen
Vice President, Internal Operations
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Mike has lived in Cincinnati, northwestern Connecticut, Philadelphia, and Boston before moving to San Francisco in 2014. He got involved in local politics by volunteering for Scott Wiener's State Senate campaign in 2016 and through the pro-housing group YIMBY Action. Mike is an advocate for abundant housing, efficient transportation, and good government. He is an elected member of the San Francisco Democratic County Central Committee (DCCC).
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Mike Chen
VP, Internal Operations
About Mike
Political Engagement
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Liaison to the Board of Supervisors
Mick Del Rosario
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Local Political Affairs Liaison
Lily Ho
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Events
Events Director
Adam Thongsavat
Political Education Director​
Michael Santos
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Derek Lee
VP, Finance
Derek Lee
Vice President, Finance
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Derek is a fifth generation San Franciscan with a decade of experience working in San Francisco politics. He has a passion for local politics and working to make the City a better place. Derek works in the field of campaign treasury and compliance, and brings his professional skills to his role with the club.
About Derek
Membership Engagement
Membership Events Director
Lauren dePaschalis
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Youth Membership Director
Ewan Barker Plummer
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Finance
Compliance Director
Andrew Sinn
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