Executive Board
Taylor Wilson
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President
Taylor is a Boise State University graduate and holds a degree in Political Science. Upon graduating, she co-founded a political consulting firm in the valley. She is currently a precinct captain for District 15, and the former president of the Young Democrats at Boise State. Through her various roles, Taylor advocates for the inclusion of young people in the political world, works to protect voting rights, and abortion rights. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, riding bikes with her partner, and working on creative projects.
taylor@idahoyoungdemocrats.org
Harmony Soto
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Vice President
Harmony is a 4th generation Idahoan. Over the last five years, Harmony has spent much of her time volunteering for different political campaigns across Boise and Ada counties alongside the District 18 Democrats. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in political science from Boise State University, and is an active member of the Boise theatre community. Harmony is thrilled to be a part of IDYD and is excited to work with young progressives across the state.
harmony@idahoyoungdemocrats.org
Kelsey Symons
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Treasurer
A native of Idaho and graduate of the University of Idaho, Kelsey Symons has spent time volunteering with campaigns in Ada County, advocating for vulnerable populations in her profession, and actively participating in local dance communities. She is the volunteer coordinator for a local county campaign and Vice Precinct Captain in District 15. In her free time, you will find Kelsey with her nose in a book, at local arts and culture events, or on the dance floor. In her position as Treasurer, Kelsey is excited to promote engagement with young voters, advocate for progressive policies statewide, and support growth within Idaho Young Democrats.
kelsey@idahoyoungdemocrats.org
Maddy Horak
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Communications Chair
Maddy is a senior at Boise State, tackling bachelors’ in both political science and communications. Throughout her time in high school and college, Maddy has participated in nearly everything: from debate to advocacy, from election work, to IDYD. In her free time, she enjoys being active, meeting new people, and snuggling with her 2 orange cats when all else fails!
maddy@idahoyoungdemocrats.org
Sujata Gandhi
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Diversity and Inclusion Chair
Sujata is 20 years old, has lived in Idaho Falls since she was 2 and has been a member of the Bonneville County Democrats since 2020. She is a second-generation Indian. She is currently a full-time student at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City and splits her time between Idaho Falls and Salt Lake City. She is involved with various nonprofits in the Idaho Falls area.
jata.gandhi@idahoyoungdemocrats.org
Anthony Porto
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Development Chair
Anthony, over the last 5 years, has worked in politics across the country. A Metro Detroit native, he moved around the country joining campaigns and initiatives from Iowa to Arizona leading outreach and volunteer recruitment. Statewide, Anthony has focused on getting all 44 counties organized for the first time in the state party’s history and engaging young people in rural areas and on college campuses. In his free time, he is an avid history reader, hiker, and traveler.
anthony@idahoyoungdemocrats.org
Zachery Wagner
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Community Outreach Chair
Zachery is a Boise State University Graduate with a Bachelors in Political Science and a Minor in Philosophy. He has been the precinct captain in District 15 for several years running and has been a political activist canvassing for numerous campaigns across Ada County. He strives to connect and communicate with local communities and their representatives. In his time spent with his family, he enjoys playing with his stepchildren and helping them learn about the world around them.
zach@idahoyoungdemocrats.org
Erik Berg
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Parliamentarian
Erik Berg has been a pillar of the democratic community in Ada County and beyond. Currently serving as the Chair of the Ada County Democrats, he helps organize the party, recruit members and candidates, and connects people with one another. He is a father of one and enjoys spending time with his family.