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May 17, 2012 – 11:45 pm

First Festive Progressives Gathering in Flint Hill 5/17/12

It was a great time! Next gathering will be in July.

By Kay B | Posted in Events, Festive Progressives, Issues, Meetings, Our Neighboring Committees, Rappahannock County | Comments (0)

April 30, 2012 – 1:24 pm

April 30th and May 1st: Opportunities to Mingle and Make a Difference

Tonight (April 30, 7 p.m.): Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors’ public hearing on the county’s $22.1 million proposed budget for the 2012 fiscal year. The meeting will be held in the high school auditorium. Click here for the Rappahannock News article with details.

Tomorrow (May 1, 7 p.m.): Rappahannock County Democrats’ general meeting. After a short business meeting, we’ll be showing some political comedy videos, including President Obama’s hilarious presentation at the White House Correspondence dinner this past weekend. If you want to bring a snack or drink, please do. We no longer have sign-ups for refreshments.

By Kay B | Posted in Meetings, Rappahannock County, RCDC General Meetings | Comments (0)

April 28, 2012 – 9:45 pm

Peyton Williams, Jr. suspends campaign for 5th District Congressional nomination

The Rappahannock County Democrats thank Peyton Williams, Jr. for running for Congress in the 5th District and for his continued service to the Democratic Party. We look forward to supporting him in future endeavors.

Below is a note from Peyton:

I am writing to thank you for the support and encouragement you have given my campaign over the past few months. Today, I am announcing that I am suspending my campaign for the Democratic nomination in Virginia’s 5th Congressional District in 2012.

I have spoken with John Douglass to congratulate him on a campaign well run, and to concede that he has the delegates to become the nominee at the District Convention. The important thing now, as always, is to re-elect President Obama, elect Tim Kaine to the U.S. Senate, and support John Douglass’s campaign to defeat Robert Hurt.

John Douglass and I are continuing our productive discussions with the goal of uniting the party. I am looking forward to participating in the 5th District Convention and to seeing my delegates and all the good Democrats who will be there. I want to thank my family, my supporters, and my campaign staff once again for working harder than I thought possible and for believing in me.

- Peyton

By Kay B | Posted in Candidates | Comments (0)

April 28, 2012 – 9:21 pm

Save for the Dog Days of August Yard Sale!

Have You Been Spring Cleaning? Well, Save Some Stuff for the

“DOG DAYS OF AUGUST”

Fund Raiser and Indoor Yard Sale

Saturday and Sunday, August 25 & 26, 2012

Some of the items we’re looking for:

Small furniture, kitchen ware, pet equipment,

Small electronics (no TV’s), holiday decorations,

Pottery and glassware, outgrown toys and play equipment,

Linens & fabrics, frames, art work, costume jewelry, DVDs & CDs, books,

Sports equipment and other items in good condition!

(No clothes, large appliances & no sinks!)

Sponsored by Rappahannock County Democratic Committee

For more info or arrange pick-up, contact Jeanne Dixon at dixonjeanne81(at)yahoo.com or 540-675-1942

By Kay B | Posted in Community Events and Services, Fundraisers, Yard Sale 2012 | Comments (0)

April 28, 2012 – 11:00 am

John Douglass – 5th District Candidate for Congress

From http://www.johndouglassforcongress.com/

General Douglass has accomplished a career of demonstrating unquestionable achievement while serving the United States as a military, government and industry leader.

In a military career in the Air Force all over the globe that culminated in service as a Brigadier General, Douglass served as a production officer on our national ICBM programs; as a base procurement officer; on jet engine overhaul programs; as a member of the Naval Nuclear Propulasion Program; on the staff of the Chief of Staff of the Air Force and as a special assistant to the Under Secretary of the Air Force for Research and Engineering.

As he rose in seniority, General Douglass was selected to serve with the National Security Council as Director of Defense Programs. There, he was responsible for President Reagan’s Strategic Modernization Program and often briefed the President directly on key Defense and National Security Programs. He was a leader in establishing and supporting the Presidential Commission on Defense Reform known as the Packard Commission.

After serving in the White House, Douglass was named Deputy U.S. Military representative to NATO in Brussels, Belgium. In this capacity, he was the second highest-ranking U.S. Military Official at NATO headquarters and reported directly to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Because of his high rank and profile, Douglass was the target of three kidnapping attempts. Read More »

By Kay B | Posted in Candidates, Democratic Party, Elections, Virginia | Comments (0)

April 21, 2012 – 4:30 pm

Festive Progressives: A New Social Opportunity for Area Liberals

Want to chat with a group of like-minded liberals in the casual atmosphere of a restaurant lounge and patio? Maybe enjoy a few spirited beverages and appetizers while discussing the political issues of the season? You’re in luck. Festive Progressives will be meeting periodically at the Flint Hill Public House (675 Zachary Taylor Hwy – Flint Hill, VA). The FIRST GATHERING is scheduled for THURSDAY, MAY 17 from 7 PM – 8:30 PM. The informal gatherings are open to all progressives in Rappahannock and the surrounding counties! There’s no sign up or commitment. Just show up and have some fun during this 2012 election year! Food and drinks will be available for purchase from the pub menu. Approved and supported by the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee

By Kay B | Posted in Democratic Party, Events | Comments (2)

April 21, 2012 – 2:51 pm

Do You Have a Few “Minutes” for the Rappahannock County Democrats?

The Rappahannock Democratic Committee has an opening for secretary. It’s an executive committee position. The primary duties are to take minutes at the general committee meetings, maintain the membership list, and send correspondence. If you’re interested in running for secretary, contact Steve Beatty at chair@rappdems.org.

By Kay B | Posted in Uncategorized | Comments (0)

April 18, 2012 – 9:59 pm

April 23rd Caucus Cancelled

The filing deadline for delegates for the 5th CD and state conventions passed at 5 PM today. Rappahannock County was allocated three delegates and one alternate, and exactly four people filed, so I am cancelling the April 23rd caucus at The Theatre at Washington.Please join me in thanking the members of our delegation for their committment to represent the Rappahannock Democrats at the conventions in May and June:

Sharon Kilpatrick (delegate) (supporting Douglass)
John Diley (delegate) (supporting Douglass)
David Oliver (delegate) (supporting Douglass)
Henry Gorfein (alternate) (undeclared)

Thanks also to Wendy Weinberg for allowing us the use of the Theatre. May these (overdue) April showers bring you May flowers. And spinach!

Steve Beatty, Chair
Rappahannock County Democratic Committee

By Kay B | Posted in RCDC Special Meetings | Comments (0)

April 16, 2012 – 12:11 pm

Page County Democrats JJ Dinner to be Held May 3

Support your neighboring Democratic Committee, and have fun in the process! Join the Page County Democrats for their annual Jefferson-Jackson Dinner this year!

When: Thursday, May 3, 2012; Social hour 5:30 – Dinner 6:30.

Where: BB&T Center for the Performing Arts, Luray, Virginia

Ticket price: $30.00 per person. Contact Tom Ford for tickets at 540-272-4264

Keynote Speaker: Krystal Ball, MSNBC contributor and the former Democratic nominee for Congress, 1st district of Virginia

Speaker/Auctioneer: Ken Plum, Virginia delegate, 36th district

Speaker: Any Smookler, 6th district Congressional candidate

From Chair, Tom Ford: The Page County Jefferson-Jackson Day Dinner will be held on Thursday, May 3, 2012. It is our premier event of the year. Make your plans now to join us for an evening of fun, fellowship, and political discourse. A social hour will kick off the event starting at 5:30 pm with music provided by the Eklectix. A cash bar and snacks will be provided. Dinner will be served at 6:30 pm and a live auction will be held as the evening progresses. After the formal part of the dinner, we will resume social time and continue with live music.

Please Consider being a Sponsor. This year three levels of sponsorship are available: Gold: $200.00 (includes two tickets for the JJ Dinner) Silver: $100.00 (includes one ticket for the JJ Dinner) Bronze: $50.00 (donation only)

By Kay B | Posted in Dinners, Events, Fundraisers, Our Neighboring Committees | Comments (0)

April 11, 2012 – 9:38 pm

5th CD And State Convention Info

All the info you need on this year’s state party convention can be found at http://www.vademocrats.org/StateConvention2012.

The 5th CD Convention will be at 11:00 a.m., on Saturday, May 19, 2012, at the Nelson County High School in Lovingston, Virginia.

Please post any questions you have using the contact form.

By Steve B | Posted in Uncategorized | Comments (0)