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ACDC T-Shirts make appearance at Gettysburg Film Festival
Actor Christopher Jackson, who portrayed George Washington in the original production of "Hamilton" appeared at the Gettysburg Film Festival wearing ACDC t-shirts!
Jackson stopped at ACDC Headquarters on Friday,April 3 and purchased the t-shirts!
Thanks, Christopher, for your support of ACDC! You can get your t-shirts at headquarters, too!
Democratic Committee Forum Raises Funds for SCCAP
November, 2025
The Adams County Democratic Committee hosted a public forum on November 13 for an evening focused on the hunger and healthcare crisis in Adams County. The event raised $1,335 for South Central Community Action Program (SCCAP).
The forum featured two presentations by Carly Auchy, co-chair of the Adams County Food Policy Council and Monica Oss, CEO of OPEN MINDS, Gettysburg.
Auchy provided a data-based presentation on the rapid rise of food insecurity across the region
“Food insecurity in Adams County has grown by 53 percent since 2021, and child food insecurity has increased by 60 percent.” Auchy said. “More than one-third of Adams County residents now experience some level of food insecurity.”
Auchy and Oss also described the severe effects of the recent federal shutdown and state budget impasse, which delayed SNAP benefits for the first time in history and disrupted food distribution networks statewide.
“Thousands of Adams County residents were suddenly left without assistance while food pantries simultaneously lost access to state supply programs,” she said.
Oss presented an overview of large-scale federal funding reductions and policy changes emerging from the new administration. The most significant developments she noted were reductions in premium subsidies in the healthcare exchange, known as Penni; an estimated $1 trillion reduction in Medicaid funding over next 10 years, as well as imposing new work requirements, and narrowing eligibility.
“[Cuts to] Medicare and Medicaid will increase the number of uninsured residents and could shift financial responsibility for safety-net services onto states and local communities and potentially strain local providers and nonprofits,” said Oss.
ACDC chair Marcia Wilson stated the purpose of the forum was not only to inform but to mobilize support for community partners working on the front lines. Donations collected during the forum directly support SCCAP’s mission to reduce poverty and expand food access across Adams County.
ACDC Responds to Sheriff Mueller
June, 2025
Adams County Democratic Committee is appalled by the shocking image posted on social media by Adams County Sheriff James Muller on Saturday, June 14. The image featured an apparently bloodied vehicle with the implication that it had plowed through a group of peaceful citizens demonstrating their First Amendment right of assembly. The post appears to condone, and thereby, incite politically motivated violence.
Sheriff Muller's action violates his duties, as listed on the Adams County Sheriff’s Office website: “To provide first-class professional, dignified, and courteous service to the citizens of the county. [to] serve with integrity and distinction and [a duty to] uphold the trust of the public we serve.”
Sheriff Muller’s action proves he no longer represents the people who voted for him and is not a role model for his department. He has shown disrespect for the citizens of Adams County.
We are disappointed in the public statement from two of the Adams County Commissioners. The statement does not condemn the actions of the sheriff nor provide any repercussions for those actions.
The Adams County Democratic Committee demands that Sheriff Muller immediately offer a public apology, not only to the citizens present on Saturday, June 14, but to every citizen who has ever participated in a rally to express opinions and beliefs.
We demand his immediate resignation. Sheriff Muller has forfeited his right to remain in office until the end of his term.
If Sheriff Muller refuses to resign, we demand the Adams County Commissioners and the Court of Common Pleas to explore all avenues to sanction Sheriff Muller and help quell the spread of this violent ideology within his department.
Petitions and Chili: A Success Story
February 2024
The Adams County Democratic Committee held its second annual Chili fundraiser and petition signing event on February 4 and this year’s event was a success!
President Biden, Senator Casey and Eugene DePasquale for PA Attorney General received 400 signatures each! Almost 400 signatures were gathered for Malcolm Kenyatta for PA Auditor General. Ryan Bizzarro for PA Treasurer gathered more than 330 signatures.
The event also contributed significantly to the numbers needed for the three delegates to the Democratic National Convention.
The biggest impact was for two local candidates, Beth Farnham for Congress and Cameron Schroy for PA Senate. Each received more than 500 signatures!
Farnham and Schroy also had people individually circulating petitions to their family and friends, which increased their totals above those collected through Headquarters and Committee members.
The chili and grilled cheese fundraiser added much needed funds to keep the committee thriving as it seeks to lead throughout this crucial election year!