Huron County Democratic Party Chair Ken Pechette is seen during a meeting with Recording Secretary David McDonald and Treasurer Charlie Henry.

The party's image got another boost recently, when Pechette was chosen as a delegate to the Democratic National Convention, which will take place from August 25-28 in Denver.

During the selection process, Pechette went to Macomb County, where the 10th Congressional District (made up of Huron, Lapeer, Sanilac, St. Clair and Northern Macomb) convened for delegate selection. The task at hand was to pick three delegates for Clinton (as well as one alternative) and two for "uncommitted."

"Uncommitted" was an option on the ballot, as several candidates including Barrack Obama and John Edwards withdrew their names in Michigan, when the state violated party rules and scheduled their primary before Super Tuesday.

To qualify to be selected as a delegate, Pechette had to file paperwork with the state party two months earlier, verifying his credentials and that he was a member of the state party in good standing. At that time, Pechette also had to inform the party as to whether he wished to be a delegate voting for Clinton or for "uncommitted." He chose "uncommitted."

Once the meeting was convened, the Clinton and "uncommitted" groups separated and there were six candidates including Pechette for the two "uncommitted" spots. Since one man and one woman were going to be picked, the lone woman was automatically chosen, leaving one spot to fill for the remaining five candidates.

The remaining contenders were each given two minutes for a speech and in that time Pechette explained his intention for choosing "uncommitted," because not every candidate was on the ballot and he didn't feel voters truly got to express their will.

While Pechette's speech was passionate, he thought his credentials also made a difference. Not only is he the party chair locally, he is also a Second Vice Chair in the 10th District, a member of the State Central Committee, a representative for labor with MI Works and a liaison with the UAW.

When the vote came down, Pechette received 45 out of a possible 49 total votes. Needless to say, he was excited about his selection. "I'm very proud to represent the 10th Congressional District and Huron County (at the national convention," he explained.

While Pechette is excited about his selection, delegates like him are facing uncertainty at this point. At this time, no decision has been made by the national party as to what will happen with the Michigan and Florida delegates, whether or not they will be seated and how their votes will be divided. Pechette explained that rumors are a decision will be made before June 4, which is the date of the final primary.

Despite the uncertainty, he is confident that in the end, Michigan's votes will count. "I believe we will be counted in some form," he said.

While this controversy has been unnerving to some, Pechette thought it has enhanced the experience. "It makes it more interesting... more suspenseful," he said.

Pechette added, "It makes me feel the process of democracy is still alive and I love it."

Look for future updates on this story, as a decision on whether Michigan's votes will be counted is made.