ACV Democratic News: Appomattox Democratic Committee Buffet

Saturday, May 21, 9:00 AM - Appomattox Democratic Committee Buffet
Breakfast was held in Rojo's Corner Grill, 1957 Church Street in Appomattox. Tickets were $20.00 and purchased at the door. Children under 12 $10.00. Appomattox and Amherst are included in the newly formed 22nd Senatorial District. Come out and have breakfast with our new family. That along with some phone numbers was pretty much the invitation Chairman Ora McCoy extended and from the photos that follow you will see the response was magnificent. When Ora speaks, Democrats listen!

Chairman Ora McCoy and Tom McGrath

What an event, the dining room was packed and the Appomattox Democrats and Chairman Ora McCoy could not help but be pleased. Don Mark even mentioned the size of the crowd during his talk. Don is the State Party Political Director and he is looking foreward to a spirited 2011 and 12 in Virginia as well as National races.

Don Mark

Don speaking

Appomattox and Amherst are included in the newly formed 22nd Senatorial District. This is the day we will come together and renew our Democratic bonds.

James and Mary Johnson

Vote Democratic because we are committed to protecting your benefits and we will work every day the Lord sends our way for a better future for you and your family and friends. Helping others is what it is all about and that was one of the big themes in Bert Dodson's speech.

Bert drew enthuistic responses from the crowd several times in a speech interrupted by applause more times than I could count. Bert asked by a show of hands how many in the audience were affected by unemployeement in some way, family member, friend, someone you know or self. Everyone was affected and that is why Bert has made Jobs a top priority. There were even times when the audience was chanting "Run Bert Run." Bert stressed how every person should have the right to a good education. Mr Dodson explained how the rich man always had a voice and had representation but the poor man got left out. Bert Dodson wants to provide the working man and woman with a voice in Richmond.

Bert chatting with crowd

It was easy to see Bert was a crowd favorite, an old and trusted friend. A political writer would describe his speech as an old fashioned stem winder or a barn burner. I will tell you Bert hit notes that rang true with the crowd and they enjoyed his speech. I think Bert Dodson is headed to Richmond, Virginia to serve in the Virginia Senate as our first Senator from the newly created 22nd District and we will all be the better for it. It is just like the crowd was chanting "Run Bert Run".

Nancy O'Brien

Nancy O'Brien was the first woman to serve as mayor of Charlottesville, from 1976-1978, and is still active in Democratic politics. Recently she organized women for Perriello for former 5th District Congressman Tom Perriello. Her speech centered on organizing and re-uniting the Democratic Party and since Appomattox is the place where our Nation came back together she thought the location was perfect for the effort.

I know Nancy is difficult to see but even the best flash on a camera only goes so far but yes that is Nancy O'Brien up front giving her address to the packed to capacity hall.

Rev. Braxton and Beatrice Head

Reverent Braxton ministers to the flock at Promise Land Church. Beatrice Head is the Chairman of the Amelia County Democratic Committee. As you can see this was quite a gathering of Democrats from all the sourrounding counties. When Ora McCoy puts on an event Democrats respond.

Dr. Timothy Corbett

Dr. Corbett joked it was refreshing to know there were so many other Democrats in the world and drew a good laugh from the crowd. Then Dr. Corbett led the opening prayer. Next a young lady named Kim Watting sang the National Athem in the most beautiful accoupelo rendering that my 60 plus years of living have put me within ear shot of. Kim was truely amazing.

Tom McGrath and Lynchburg Vice-Chair Gerald Cheatham

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Appomattox Democratic Chairman Ora McCoy (foreground)

James Foulke (background)

Francine Ferguson and Walter Fore

Walter Fore is a member of the Steel Workers and has spent his entire adult life fighting for workers rights and everyones civil rights.

Crowd Photos

Appomattox County Democratic Committee Chairman

Ora McCoy

ACVDN Bottom Line
Sometimes you work hard and put a great plan together and everything falls in place perfectly and even the weather is beautiful. Chairman McCoy you managed to have one of those days. Your breakfast meeting had it all, great food, great speakers and a great time had by all. Few people realize just how much behind the scenes work goes into such events. My wish would be that every democrat would have your skills. The Appomattox County Democratic Committee did themselves proud. I had a wonderful time and I thank Chairman McCoy for extending the invitation. Until we meet again, stay strong.

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