GLAA Elections Project 1997
Special Election for DC Council At-Large
Tuesday, December 2, 1997
Note: On August 14, 1997, the DC Democratic State Committee appointed Arrington Dixon as the interim Councilmember At-Large to fill the seat vacated by Democrat Linda Cropp when she became Council Chair. Mr. Dixon, who is a candidate in the December 2 special election, will hold the seat on an interim basis until the winner of that election is determined.
Documents:
Ratings for At-Large Council Candidates1997 At-Large Council Questionnaire
Cover letter to At-Large Council Questionnaire
GLAA responds to criticism of Council Chair ratings
DC Board of Elections and Ethics
Schedule:
| Wednesday, September 24 | Filing Deadline for Candidates |
| Wednesday, October 1 | Mail Questionnaires to Candidates |
| October 6 - November 1 | Candidate Briefings |
| Friday, November 7 | Questionnaire Deadline |
| Tuesday, November 11 7-9 p.m. | Candidate forum St. Thomas Church 1772 Church Street, NW |
| Wednesday, November 12 | Ratings Meeting |
| Friday, November 21 | Ratings Ad in The Washington Blade |
| Tuesday, December 2 | Election Day |