You're invited to come meet veterens in Denver!
Published August 19, 2008 @ 01:52PM PT
Do you live in Denver or plan to be in the area the week of the Democratic Convention? Would you like to meet some of the 95 veterans who are running as Democrats for U.S. Congress? If so, please join us!
The Council for a Livable World’s Veterans’ Political Action Committee affiliate is hosting a public event and reception at the Democratic National Committee Convention to honor veterans who are running as Democratic candidates for U.S. Congress.
Honorary co-hosts and speakers include Rep. John Salazar, the sole veteran from the Colorado delegation, as well as Sen. Patty Murray (WA) and Reps. Joe Sestak (PA), Phil Hare (IL), Tim Walz (MN) and Zack Space (OH)
Event Details:
What: “Future Leaders of America” event hosted by CLW-VETPAC
When: Tuesday, August 26, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Where: Coors Field, RocHenge SKYBOX Conference Suite, Denver
RSVP: Lorin Walker, 425.681.8661 or lwalker@vetpac.org
Along with candidates, a number of Council for a Livable World staff and board members, including our Board President Gary Collins, will be in attendance.
The event is free and open to the public.
“I am honored to host these patriots in my great state," said Congressman John Salazar. "I look forward to meeting them and to working with them in Congress. This event will make a vital contribution to their success at the polls in November."
"As a proud military family member, it is gratifying to see so many Democratic veterans stepping up one more time to serve our country in this time of need,” said CLW-VETPAC's Vice President, Lorin Walker. “We are ready to do everything we can to aid their triumphant journey to Washington."
We hope to see you in Denver!
Sincerely,
Ashley Hoffman
Council for a Livable World
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