By Grant M. Deltz
Associate Editor
Former Labor Secretary Tom Perez is the new chairman of the Democratic National Committee. Keith Ellison, who was endorsed by Bernie Sanders, came in second place to subsequently accept a position as deputy chair.
Perez ran a strong campaign with focus on voting access and down-ballot battles.
The final vote of 235 – 200 was cast after candidates such as South Bend Mayor Pete Buttigieg and Sally Boynton Brown dropped out.