Elections Belong
to the People

The Constitution establishes a clear balance when it comes to elections: states and local governments administer them, while Congress may set certain national standards. This structure exists to prevent political interference and to ensure elections are run close to the communities they serve.

David takes this responsibility seriously. As Clerk, his allegiance is to the Constitution and to the voters of Jefferson County.

Free, fair, and secure elections
start at the local level.

As Jefferson County Clerk, David Yates is responsible for administering elections that are transparent, lawful, and accessible to every eligible voter. That responsibility comes straight from the Constitution—and David takes it seriously.

In a moment when public trust in elections is being tested, David believes the Clerk’s office must be steady, professional, and accountable to voters—not politicians.

David is committed to:

  • Upholding the Constitution and the rule of law

  • Protecting local control of elections

  • Ensuring fair, secure, and transparent election administration

  • Expanding lawful access to the ballot

  • Defending elections from political interference

What Defending Democracy Looks Like in Practice

  • Every voter deserves confidence that their ballot is counted accurately and securely. David prioritizes strong election security practices, clear procedures, and rigorous compliance with state and federal law.

  • Local election administration ensures accountability, responsiveness, and trust. David will always oppose efforts to centralize or politicize election administration for partisan gain.

  • Democracy works best when participation is accessible. David supports practical, lawful steps to reduce barriers to voting—while maintaining the integrity of the process.

  • Elections should never be tools of political advantage. David believes clerks must serve as neutral administrators, committed to facts, law, and fairness—no matter who is on the ballot.

  • Public trust grows when people understand how elections work. David is committed to clear communication, voter education, and transparency around election processes and results.

Standing firm against political interference.

Attempts to undermine local election administration or to use election systems as political weapons threaten public trust and democratic stability. David will always stand against efforts—no matter where they come from—that weaken confidence in elections or erode constitutional norms.

The Clerk’s office should calm fears, not inflame them. It should resolve disputes through law and process, not rhetoric or intimidation.

A Commitment to Democracy, Every Election, Every Voter.

Defending democracy isn’t something David does only in moments of controversy—it’s embedded in how the Clerk’s office operates every day.

In Jefferson County, elections are conducted with integrity, professionalism, and respect for voters. David Yates is committed to keeping it that way—now and in the future.