California Democratic Council

The California Democratic Council (CDC), a federation of local volunteer clubs, was established in 1953; under the direction of founding president Alan Cranston, the CDC was able to balance its electoral and legislative goals; CDC endorsements and campaign support led to the first full statewide slate of Democrats in 40 years (1954) and also figured prominently in the election of Edmund G. "Pat" Brown as CA governor in 1958; as the CDC's focus became increasingly ideological, tensions led to a steady decline in its membership and presence in CA politics; membership peaked at 75,000 in 1964.

From the description of Records, 1963-1980 bulk 1970s. (University of California, Los Angeles). WorldCat record id: 38287338

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