3/2/2010 - Maine Dems Announce New Executive Director
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IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 2, 2010
CONTACT:
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Erin Casale
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Maine Dems Announce New Executive Director
AUGUSTA- Tuesday, the Maine Democratic Party announced the nomination of its
new executive director. "We looked long and hard and eventually
found that the best candidate was right here working at MDP HQ," said
John Knutson, Party Chairman. Knutson continued, "I am pleased to
announce that as of today Mary Erin Casale will serve as the Maine Democratic
Party's new executive director."
Mary Erin Casale, a Portland native and graduate of Simmons College was
selected as the Party's new executive director following a several week
search process. Ms. Casale served most recently as regional field
director for the Maine Democratic Party and has extensive communications
experience and a field background. Prior to working at the Maine Democratic
Party, Ms. Casale spent time as a media director in Washington DC and worked
on Chellie Pingree's US Senate race in 2002.
Arden Manning, coordinated campaign manager and former executive director,
commented on the Party's decision, "I am thrilled to leave the
operations of the Maine Democratic Party in such capable hands. Mary
Erin is an excellent choice and will provide continuity and strong leadership
for the Maine Democratic Party for years to come."
Acting executive director, Mary Erin Casale commented, "I am honored to
represent my fellow Maine Democrats in this significant role. After
spending the last few years in Washington DC, I am glad to be
home, and am anxious to continue the work that the MDP has been
doing so well. At this early stage, there is a great deal to
learn, and even more to be accomplished. I am extremely
inspired by this challenge and look forward to the progress to
be made."
Ms. Casale will serve as acting executive director until her nomination is
approved by the Democratic State Committee at a meeting later this
month.
