President – Joe Duffy | president@msudems.org

Joe, a native of Norwood, PA, is entering his junior year at Michigan State University studying Music and Social Relations and Policy. Joe has long been interested in politics and first became involved in Pennsylvania’s 2008 Democratic Primary as a community leader for the Obama Campaign. Upon arriving at MSU he soon became involved with the MSU Democrats and has since served in various roles on the executive board in his ascent to the Presidency. Additional organizing experience includes municipal races in Folcroft, PA in the summer of 2009 as well as work as a field organizer for Virg Bernero in Michigan’s 2010 gubernatorial primary. This fall, he will work for Practical Political Consulting to coordinate a campus wide voter registration drive. Joe, a trombonist with 10 years experience, also has an extensive musical background. In high school, he was a member of the top youth ensembles in Philadelphia including Bravo Brass and the Philadelphia Sinfonia – of which he was section leader from 2004-2008. He was recognized as an exceptional soloist at the University of Delaware’s Jazz Festival in 2007 and also won first-chair in the Delaware All-State Band and Orchestra. His performance experience includes concerts in the Philadelphia Orchestra’s Verizon Hall and Perelman Theatre and in addition to concert tours to Russia, Finland, Poland, the Czech Republic and Argentina. In his spare time, Joe enjoys reading The Economist and watching The Daily Show and The West Wing. Joe is especially looking forward to this the upcoming election and is eager to help Democrats achieve electoral victory so that we can continue to build on the reforms of the past two years.

Vice-President  - Ashley Hall | vicepresident@msudems.org

Ashley Hall will be entering her junior year in the James Madison College majoring in Political Theory and Constitutional Democracy specializing in Science, Technology, Environment and Public Policy. She is originally from Livonia, Michigan where her interest in government and politics began at the very young age of 10 during the Bush/Gore campaign of 2000. Throughout high school Ashley was involved with Youth in Government and Clarenceville High School’s Student Government. Since attending MSU Ashley has been involved in the Obama campaign and is very active in the clean energy movement. She is currently the chair of Spartans Repowering America on campus and sits on the steering committee of the  Michigan Student Sustainability Coalition. Ashley is very excited to be a part of the MSU Democrats and hopes to help grow the chapter and progress the ideas of campus. Aside from political activity, Ashley spends her time going to church, watching The Office, relaxing with friends and playing basketball.

Treasurer – Stephen Wooden | treasurer@msudems.org

Stephen is a sophomore at James Madison College, majoring in International Relations as well as Political Theory and Constitutional Democracy.  He’s had the privilege of living in three states, Michigan, New York, and Texas.  Stephen has always been interested in politics, and started to become active when he was fifteen years old.  Prior to serving on the Executive Board, Stephen worked as an intern in both the Obama Presidential Campaign, and then in the Michigan House of Representatives.  While on the Executive Board Stephen hopes that he can help grow his chapter, serve his party, and help put Michigan back on track.  Aside from politics, Stephen has been active in rowing and theater.  He also was active in Scouting, where he achieved the rank of Eagle Scout.  In his free time, Stephen likes to rest, read, spend time with friends, and watch television.

Secretary – Amy Longabaugh | secretary@msudems.org

Amy is currently a sophomore at James Madison College, majoring in Comparative Cultures and Politics and International Relations. She has lived in many different areas of Lansing, and also spent most of her childhood living in the town of Kankan, in Guinea, West Africa. Her interest in politics began in 1998 watching national elections from an area of opposition, which erupted in riots after the incumbent was reelected and his opponent imprisoned. She hasn’t been able to be as involved in politics as she would have liked, but is looking forward to doing as much as she can, and is excited to be on board with the MSU Dems. She is most passionate about health care and social services access, disability issues, civil rights, and immigration policy. Currently, Amy is the State Captain for the Ehlers Danlos Network C.A.R.E.S. Inc May Awareness Campaign. In her free time, Amy likes to read, play the banjo, and explore other cultures.

Director at Large – Paris Wilson | atlarge2@msudems.org

Paris is currently a junior in James Madison College majoring in Social Relations and Policy with a Business Cognate. Paris would consider himself a late bloomer when it comes to being involved in politics. Before, he never understood it and did not want to participate in it, until he had an internship with Representative Lee Gonzales of District 49 and he was hooked. He is beginning to understand the benefits one can gain from being versed in the complex subject of politics and is more than willing to learn more each day. With this influence, Paris has the intentions to become the mayor of Detroit, Michigan so he can implement change and success within his community. In his spare time, he enjoys playing Rugby, billiards, reading and having a great time with his friends.