A Great Gathering of Democrats

On October 17th, the Newtown Democrats hosted a Victory '06 event. Neither cold nor rain could keep a crowd of democrats away from meeting and hearing our local candidates speak. The evening kicked off with a great introduction from our own "Phil and Jerry". Newtown Supervisors Phil Calabro and Jerry Schenkman reminded the group that not only are many blue and red Newtownians now familiar with casting votes for good dem candidates in presidential elections and in last year's Township Supervisors race, they now see that Democrats can effectively govern. Next up was Chuck Pennacchio who ran a spirited and visionary campaign for U.S. Senate during the primary. Chuck motivated the group for November and also made it clear that change is a longer-term mission. Following Chuck, Mike Diamond spoke to the importance of community, which clearly is at the heart of his election stand for State Representitive (31st District). State Senatorial candidate Chris Serpico rallied the group and gave a passionate overview of his positions and the reason why voting "D" will move us forward. Patrick Murphy capped off the night with an amazing talk on the need for change in Washington and as our future representitive in the U.S. House he is prepared to lead. He shared a story of a woman from New Hope with ALS (Lou Gehrigs disease) and relayed her struggle and drive for life and her disappointment with the Bush veto of stem cell research. Through that story, Murphy reminded us that the new direction we all want in our great nation can have powerful personal impact.

So overall a good night to be a democrat. Following this final push as we all contribute, volunteer, and get out the vote, November 7th will be a great night for America.

Please volunteer - contact committee person or newtowndems@hotmail.com