Who we are

We Believe in Putting People First

Everyone deserves the basics—food on the table, a safe and affordable place to live, quality education, and access to healthcare. These aren’t privileges; they’re fundamental rights that help all of us thrive.

We Believe in Looking Out for Each Other

No one should feel left behind. Whether it's supporting our seniors, helping young families get started, or making sure folks struggling with hard times have a safety net, we believe in building a community that takes care of its own.

We Believe in Common Sense Growth

Our town is changing, and we need to be smart about how we grow. That means planning for new housing, keeping our roads in good shape, making sure emergency services can keep up, and protecting our natural spaces. Growth should work for us, not against us.

We Believe in Local Voices Making Local Decisions

When big decisions are made, the people who live here should have a say. We support open meetings, public hearings, and town boards that welcome and seek out residents’ input.

We Believe in Fair and Open Government

Trust in local government starts with transparency and accountability. Residents should always know what’s happening, why it’s happening, and how they can be involved.

We Believe in Protecting Our Rural Way of Life

Our natural resources, working farms, and open spaces are part of what makes our town special. Thoughtful land use policies will help us grow without losing the character that makes our community unique.

We Believe in Democracy for Everyone

Voting should be easy, accessible, and protected. Everyone deserves a voice in the decisions that shape our town, and we encourage people from all backgrounds to step up, get involved, and make a difference.

We Believe in Respecting Different Perspectives

Politics shouldn’t divide neighbors. We don’t wear our party on our sleeves—we focus on what unites us. Whether we agree or disagree, we treat each other with respect and work toward solutions that make sense for our town.

We Believe in the Future of Our Town

Our town is only as strong as the people who call it home. By working together, listening to each other, and making thoughtful choices, we can build a thriving community for generations to come.

What we're about

We're Not About Tearing People Down

Politics should never be about shaming or attacking our neighbors just because they vote differently from us.

We're Not About Seeing People on the "Other Side of the Aisle" as Enemies

Disagreements are natural, but we believe in treating each other with respect, even when we don’t see eye to eye.

We’re Not About Browbeating or Berating

No one has ever changed their mind because they were shouted down. We lead by listening, by having real conversations, and by focusing on the issues that matter most to our community.

We’re Not About Division

Our small town works best when we work together—whether we’re Democrats, Republicans, or Unenrolled voters. Our goal is to find common ground and move our community forward.

What we're not about

Interested in getting involved with the WG Dems?

If you want to know more about the West Gardiner Dems, hearing about our current community projects, becoming a member of our committee or just want to say hi, drop us a line at westgardinerdems@gmail.com.