Volume 19, Number 3 www.fairfaxdemocrats.org March 2010

Message from the Chair Rex Simmons, Chair, Fairfax County Democratic Committee

Another Month, Another Election It is another month and that Letter from Congressman means another special election. That is how it seems anyway. On March 2, voters in the 41st Jim Moran House of Delegates District will se- lect a General Assembly delegate to Dear Fairfax County Democrats: Thank you so much for your tireless efforts to improve the lives of others. I’m pleased fill the seat vacated by newly-elected I was touched to learn that FCDC to report that my new knees have settled state senator Dave Marsden (last members have been collecting clothes and into their new home and the initial physical month’s special election). Eileen Fill- canned goods in my honor to assist those therapy sessions have been completed with er-Corn is our nominee. She is very less fortunate in these difficult economic flying colors. I look forward to working qualified and passionate about ensur- times. with you closely in 2010 and please give my ing that Fairfax County schools get The spirit of charity and conscientious very best to the entire slate of new FCDC their fair portion of state revenues. care for the under-served in our communi- officers. Eileen has lived in Springfield for ties is a hallmark of the Democratic Party Sincerely, 20 years with her husband Bob and - clearly alive and well in Fairfax County. James P. Moran they have two children. Eileen has also served in the administrations of H H H H H H H H H H former governors and . Once again, Democrats have the more qualified candidate. To learn more about Eileen or to contact her campaign, go to her web- site at www.EileenforDelegate.com. Also on March 2, voters in Ma- son District will elect a new school board member to fill the seat va-

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In this issue... Report from Congressman ...... 3 District Reports...... 4 Committee Reports...... 5 First Lady Michelle Obama with daughters Malia and Sasha sled in the snow on the South Lawn of the White Calendar of Events...... 6 House. Photo courtesy of: White House (Pete Souza); http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:White_ House_under_the_snow H H H H H H H H Page 2 The Democrat March 2010

The Democrat Fairfax County Democratic The Newsletter of the Fairfax County Democratic Committee Committee (FCDC) Editor-in-Chief: Ben Shepherd (703) 945-8576 Mailing: Rayma Miles, (703) 323-1936 2815 Hartland Road, Suite 110 Design & Production: Lori Richards (703) 753-2484 Bob Donargo (703) 323-5351 Falls Church, VA 22043 Mail List: Ellen Cantor (703) 280-5310 Coordinator: Jeane Brockway (703) 256-5553 (703) 573-6811; FAX: (703) 560-7004 Proofreader: Linda Waller (703) 913-9143 Web Master: vacant [email protected] Billing: FCDC HQ Staff (703) 573-6811 [email protected] Web site: www.fairfaxdemocrats.org All rights reserved. Published in Fairfax County, , by the authority of the Fairfax County Democratic Committee. Chairman: Rex Simmons (703) 655-4272 About The Democrat Executive Director: Mike Burns (703) 585-8373 The Democrat is the monthly publication of the Fairfax County Democratic Committee. The purpose of Regional Vice Chair-North: (703) 476-4229 The Democrat is to provide information to Committee members and other interested persons through Barbara Caputo district reports, committee reports, news articles, campaign notices, and flyers. Views expressed do not neces- Regional Vice Chair-Central: (703) 919-9119 sarily represent those of the FCDC unless specifically approved by an appropriate Committee Resolution. Lola Quintela How to Submit Material: Regional Vice Chair-South: (703) 927-2050 Material may be submitted in the following ways, listed in order of preference: (word limit: 300 words) Mark Itzkoff 1. E-mail. Send to [email protected]. Attach text file (any word processing program) Precinct Ops: Sue Langley (703) 403-0190 or photos (.jpg,.eps,.tif); or copy the article in the e-mail message. Administration: Vacant 2. Mail CD/Scanned Photos. Include a hard copy of text, your name and telephone number. Treasurer: Nadja Golding (571) 212-8590 Mail to Mark Richards, 18108 Camdenhurst Drive, Gainesville, VA 20155 Assistant Treasurer: Victor Mondino (703) 424-4223 Voter Registration: Chris Ambrose (703) 550-1725 Deadlines Finance: Mary Ann Hovis (703) 587-7872 Articles must be received by 5:00PM on the second Tuesday of the month. Articles received after the deadline may not make it into the issue. Material may be included as flyers inserted into The Democrat for Recording Secretary: Ginny Peters (703) 407-1747 a charge of $35. You supply the printed flyer. Call FCDC at (703) 573-6811 for the quantity of flyers Corresponding Secretary: (703) 537-8868 to be printed. Also, please supply a volunteer to help collate on Friday, for 1-1/2 hours. Bridget Murphy District Chair-Braddock (100): (301) 404-1221 Advertising Lynn Miller Ads are very much welcomed and accepted; however, we reserve the right to reject ads for any reason. No District Co-Chair Braddock (100): (703) 801-7780 product, service, or event advertised herein is endorsed by The Democrat or the FCDC, unless otherwise noted. Rates are: Janyce Hedetniemi Size Price Dimensions Size Price Dimensions District Chair-Hunter Mill (200): (703) 476-9440 1/6 $35 2.25”w x 4.5”h 1/2 $100 7.25”w x 4.5”h Bob Haley 1/3 $70 4.75”w x 4.5”h Full page $200 7.25”w x 9.5”h District Chair-Hunter Mill (200): (703) 242-1652 Subscribe! Bettina Lawton 12 months for only $25! What a deal! Make checks payable to FCDC and mail to: District Chair-Dranesville (300): (703) 847-5735 FCDC, 2815 Hartland Road, Suite 110, Falls Church, VA 22043 Ron Bleeker Let Us Hear From You! District Chair-Lee (400): (703) 447-6290 Write articles! Send photos! See details above, under “How to submit material.” Hugh Robertson III District Chair-Lee (400): Steve Bunn (703) 339-1882 District Chair-Mason (500): (703) 941-9574 H H H H H H Rachel Rifkind Deadlines for the District Chair-Mt. Vernon (600): (703) 780-5952 NEXT issue Janet Myhre of The Democrat District Chair-Providence (700): (703) 795-9763 Carrie Nixon APRIL 2010 District Chair-Springfield (800): (703) 913-0487 Articles: Ruth Miller Tuesday, March 9, 10:00AM District Chair-Sully (900): (703) 946-1259 (see above for more details) Dana Foote-Cimino Headquarters: Vacant Flyers: Labor Committee: Shannon Sullivan (703) 209-7516 Thursday, March 18, 3:00PM National Affairs: Sandra Klassen (703) 620-9723 (due at headquarters, printed National Affairs: Dan Walsch (703) 978-5667 and ready to collate) State Affairs: Vacant Diversity - Co Chair: Rose Chu (703) 998-5539 Collating: Diversity - Co Chair: Lina Orr (703) 281-0985 Friday, March 19, 9:30AM Democrat Newsletter: Ben Shepherd (703) 945-8576 Senior Citizens - Co Chair: [email protected] Deadlines for the May 2010 issue of The Democrat: Terry Adams Senior Citizens - Co-Chair: (703) 206-0090 Articles: Charisse Glassman Tuesday, April 13, 10:00AM Young Democrats: Bryan Scrafford (see above for more details) Women’s Rights: Kristin Cabral (703) 448-0944 Immediate Past FCDC Chair: (703) 587-7872 Flyers: Mary Ann Hovis Thursday, April 22, 3:00PM Parliamentarian: Mike Burke Kirby (703) 573-2894 (due at headquarters, printed 8th Cong. District: Margo Horner (703) 528-8588 and ready to collate) 10th Cong. District: Sam Crockett (540) 454-6182 Collating: 11th Cong. District Chair: (202) 288-2104 Friday, April 23, 9:30AM George Burke Mailing/Collating: Bob Donargo (703) 323-5351 H H H H H H H March 2010 The Democrat Page 3 Report from Congressman Message From The Chair continued from page 1 Gerry Connolly cated by newly-elected state delegate we can help you get an absentee ballot . Sandy Evans, a long application by mail. Either campaign time school advocate who worked can also help. I personally want closely with Kaye, is the Demo- No matter where you live, you can to invite every one cratic-endorsed candidate. She has help in two other important ways. of you and every been actively involved with Mason First, you can volunteer to help the District schools (PTA president, campaigns. If you cannot get outside Democrat to my academic team coach, advisory the house, the campaigns can give you 16th Annual St. Pat- committee member, and student a list of voters to call and a script so you rick’s Day Fete at the health advocate) for 14 years and will know exactly what to say. They Kena Temple, 9001 is known for her understanding of also need canvassers, people to work Arlington Blvd. in Fairfax, on Wednes- the school budget. Sandy is married on election day, and other help in their day, March 17 from with two daughters, one a graduate offices so please volunteer. Second, 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM. student at Yale and the other a first- you can donate money. Elections are I hope you can join me that night as I of- year student at UVA after attending expensive. Our candidates depend on ficially kick off my campaign for a second Fairfax County schools K-12. Sandy the generosity of others to help make term in congress. Those of you who have is exactly the type of candidate and them competitive. attended this event before on my “holiest school board member we need in After last year’s elections, winning day of the year” know it will be a great time these challenging times. To learn these two special elections will be very with great people, great food, and great more about Sandy and to contact her important for Fairfax County Demo- beverages. campaign, go to her website at www. crats. It will demonstrate that we are From its humble beginnings in my home evans4sb.org. a significant force in any election. And in 1995, this annual celebration has grown to be the largest political event in Northern If you live in these districts, please winning will position us for success in Virginia, attracting hundreds of Democrats vote. Don’t take a chance on the this November’s three congressional from across our region and the Common- weather. You can vote now in person races in Fairfax County. wealth each year. at the Fairfax County Government I can almost promise you there will I appreciate the support you have given Center. Or you can call FCDC not be any more special elections this me over the years. So, please come and headquarters at (703) 573-6811 and year. Almost. q enjoy yourself on March 17 and, at the same time, let’s make it clear that Democrats are ready to win in November. For more information or to RSVP, visit my website at www.gerryconnolly.com or email patrick@ gerryconnolly.com. As I write this column prior to the March 2 special election, I am hopeful that by the time you read this Eileen Filler-Corn will have won the 41st District Delegate seat and Sandy Evans will be our new Fairfax County School Board member from Mason District. Eileen had a great team behind her, in- cluding many veterans of Senator Marsden’s special election campaign and lots of other Northern Virginia activists who understand the importance of keeping that seat blue. Sandy’s support in Mason District runs deep among committed advocates for excellence in Fairfax County schools and the Democratic base and her campaign is being assisted by many of the same people who helped elect Kaye Kory to the House of Delegates last November. Both of these women have strong back- grounds for the offices they are seeking and they deserve to win election. q Page 4 The Democrat March 2010

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ing, poll staffing, phone banking, election (11th). I anticipate we will be hearing District Reports day flushing), precinct captain status and from their campaigns as we gear up for VAN training, officer status, FCDC Stand- the nominating process and gathering ing Committee status, and planning for the the needed petition signatures. Speaking Hunter Mill Annual Lasagna Dinner that of Congressman Connolly, Gerry will be will be held on Saturday April 10 at the kicking off his campaign at the 16th An- Reston Community Center. Noteworthy nual St Patrick’s Day celebration at the announcements included a Cathy Hudgins Kena Temple on March 17. I look forward fundraiser on March 14, the FCDC JJ din- to seeing you at this happy green event! ner on May 23, and the HMDDC picnic The next MDDC meeting is scheduled on July 24. The FCDC retreat on Janu- for February 25 in the main room at the ary 23 was attended by Bettina Lawton, Mason District Government Center. q Scott Peterson, Sandra Klassen, and Tom Goldsmith. Kudos to Sue Langley, Glen Tomkins, Tom Goldsmith, and other Mt. Vernon Hunter Mill members who contributed Braddock substantially to the Marsden victory. Janet Myhre, (703) 254-6652 Lynn Miller, (301) 404-1221 The next HMDDC meeting will be held [email protected] on February 18 at 7:30 PM, at the Flint [email protected] No report available at print time. Janyce Hedetniemi, (703) 801- Hill elementary school in Vienna. Please 7780, [email protected] refer to the Hunter Mill web site calendar at www.huntermilldemocrats.org for other No report available at print time. local area political events and to the FCDC Providence web site calendar at www.fairfaxdemocrats. Carrie Nixon, (703) 795-9763 q Dranesville org for Fairfax County-wide events. [email protected] Ron Bleeker, (703) 847-5735 No report available at print time. [email protected] Lee The committee will hold its next meet- Steve Bunn, (703) 861-1343 ing on Thursday, Feb. 25 at the Great Falls Hugh Robertson, (703) 447-6290 Springfield Library at 7:30 PM. We will hear from [email protected] Ruth Miller, (703) 913-0487 Supervisor John Foust, as well as the three [email protected] candidates for the 10th Congressional Dis- No report available at print time. trict nomination. No report available at print time. Our April meeting will be held in Hern- don. It will take place on Thursday, April 15 Mason at the Herndon Library at 7:30 PM. Rachel Rifkind, (703) 941‑9574 Sully Also, please mark your calendars for [email protected] Dana Foote-Cimino, (703) 946- McLean Day, on Saturday, May 15. We will 1259, [email protected] have our usual DDDC booth. Please let me I hope all of you are surviving the Bliz- know if you would like to help staff it during zards of 2010 and have been able to get out A small yet dedicated group of Sully the day. q and find a cure for the cabin fever that I am Democrats met despite the snow to plan sure all of you are suffering. I don’t know strategy for the upcoming year. Con- about you but I have had about enough of gratulations are in order to Dana Cimino Hunter Mill the white stuff! (SDDC chair) and Cecile Conroy (SDDC Bettina Lawton, (703) 242-1652 As I write this, we are a little over 2 vice chair). We look forward to working [email protected] weeks before the special election for Ma- with them and keeping Sully a vibrant Robert Haley, (703) 476-9440 son District School Board. These special force. [email protected] elections are low turnout and we need We also look forward to working with every vote we can get. Sandy Evans has eight new members who were voted in at The Hunter Mill Democratic Committee been working hard and will make a terrific the FCDC reorganization meeting on Jan- held its January meeting at the Dogwood school board member. Make sure we get uary 5. Topics of discussion at our monthly Elementary School at 7:30 PM, on Janu- her there by voting March 2 for Sandy meeting included: leadership meeting and ary 21. Guests included Dennis Findley, Evans. Get your neighbors out too!! goals including increased outreach and candidate for congress, 10th Congressional Don’t forget this year we have our communication; precinct gatherings to House District. The discussion included Congressional races. Mason District is introduce ourselves to other Dems in the the reorganization results, the Marsden represented by Congressman Jim Moran community; better use of technology; and campaign victory (its use of absentee vot- (8th) and Congressman Gerry Connolly an increased use of speakers at meetings. March 2010 The Democrat Page 5

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The annual budget was also presented by sharply reduced federal deficit. These Jon Graft and it was approved. Patsy Brown Diversity issues continue to matter and need the gave us an update on the 10th Congres- Committee active backing of all of us if candidates sional District race with a field of four representing our party and what we believe Rose Chu, (703) 998-5539 candidates running in the primary.Trent in are going to get elected. We only have [email protected] Armitage from Eileen Filler-Corn’s cam- to look at the results of recent elections in Lina Orr, (703) 281-0985 paign provided information and requested or even here in Virginia to [email protected] our help in getting her elected for the 41st know what happens when we are not active. delegate seat. Not only does our president need us, but so, The Diversity Committee would like The special election is on March 2. too, does our party and, most importantly, representatives from each district. We q Please become an active member and join welcome volunteers from all over the our country. us for our next meeting. Your participation County and anywhere else to help at festi- is essential to the success of the group and vals, with translations, and other outreach our candidates. Additional information may activities. q be found at our site www.sullydemocrats. Surprise and org. q delight your National Affairs family and friends! 8th CD Report Committee Pixie Bell, (703) 971-3541 Give them an Sandra J. Klassen, (703) 620- [email protected] 9723, E-mail: [email protected] unexpected and The next meeting of the 8th District Dan Walsch, (703) 978-5667 Committee will be March 15, then April E-mail: [email protected] useful gift – 19 at the Falls Church Community Center. Renewing Our Sense of Urgency As you may already know, the scheduled It is time for Democratic voters to get meeting of the State Central Committee fired up again. The last time we as a state was cancelled due to the “Snow of 2010.” and national party did that was to help The State Strategic Planning Committee get Obama elected president. Granted, A that had also planned to meet in February President Bush gave us much to work with. has been postponed. The current members So, too, did candidate Obama. But despite Subscription to from the 8th are: Margo Horner, Mame those realities, the Democrat would not Reiley, Delegate , Alfonso have defeated his opponent if it were not Lopez, Peter Rousselot, and Mike Signor The Democrat. for us “little people” who turned out to his (some who were asked declined due to time rallies, talked up his candidacy, passed out constraints). Mike Henry will convene. literature, and ultimately showed up on You may not be aware, but Congress- election day and voted. We did what we man Murtha who died on February 8 was Only $25 for a year’s did in 2008 because we felt the direction of a close personal friend of Jim Moran. Con- our country at that time was way off base. gressman Moran spoke to the Northern subscription! We felt a sense of urgency. We believed a Virginia Democratic Business Council last new direction was needed and that Barack week and gave an update on the congres- And that $25 Obama was the person to take our country sional agenda. He discussed the latest on down a new path. health reform, the coming jobs bill, and the provides needed We need to regain that sense of urgency repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.” He also in 2010. Meaningful change is hard, espe- gave an update on the election prospects for income to finance cially when the entire Republican Party Democrats in November. He spoke about seems to be dedicating itself to stopping FCDC operations. the Scott Brown victory in Massachusetts anything and everything Obama and the and why we shouldn’t read too much into Democrats try to do even if it is at the the results as a repudiation of what we are expense of our nation or runs counter trying to accomplish. The quality of our to things they themselves have proposed Help spread the good candidate played a major factor. q previously. It makes the efforts needed of Obama and the Democrats all the more word on our daunting and they are all the more in need Moving? of the active support of all of us who believe Democratic activities Let us know. in a cleaner environment, health care for (703) 573-6811 the uninsured, reduced unemployment, and concerns. a more secure nation and world, and a Page 6 The Democrat March 2010

H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H Calendar of Events

February 4/6/10 7:30PM Sully District Democratic Committee Meeting 2/23/10 7:30PM Providence District Democratic Com Mtg 4/7/10 Drinking Liberally - Mt. Vernon Dist/Lorton 2/25/10 7:30PM Lee District Democratic Committee Meeting 4/10/10 5:00PM HMDDC Lasagna Dinner 2/25/10 Mt. Vernon District Democratic Com Mtg 4/13/10 7:00PM Mt. Vernon District Democratic Com Mtg March 4/13/10 7:30PM FCDC Steering Committee Meeting 3/2/10 7:30PM FCDC National Affairs Standing Com Mtg 4/14/10 7:30PM Mason District Democratic Com Mtg 3/2/10 7:30PM Sully District Democratic Committee Meeting 4/19/10 8:00PM 8th CD Monthly Meeting 3/3/10 Drinking Liberally - Mt. Vernon Dist/Lorton 4/19/10 11th CD Committee Meeting 3/9/10 7:30PM FCDC Steering Committee Meeting 4/22/10 7:30PM Lee District Democratic Committee Meeting 3/10/10 7:30PM Mason District Democratic Com Mtg 4/27/10 7:30PM Providence District Democratic Com Mtg 3/14/10 10:30AM Birthday Brunch for Cathy Hudgins May 3/15/10 8:00PM 8th CD Monthly Meeting 5/1/10 4:00PM Braddock District Derby 3/15/10 11th CD Committee Meeting 5/2/10 3:00PM Providence Mayfest 3/16/10 7:00PM Mt. Vernon District Democratic Com Mtg 5/4/10 7:30PM Sully District Democratic Committee Meeting 3/17/10 7:00PM Congressman Gerry Connolly’s 16th Annual 5/4/10 FCDC National Affairs Standing Com Mtg St. Patrick’s Day Fete 5/5/10 Drinking Liberally - Mt. Vernon Dist/Lorton 3/20/10 PDPVA Jefferson-Jackson Dinner 5/11/10 7:30PM FCDC Steering Committee Meeting 3/23/10 7:30PM FCDC General Meeting, location TBD 5/12/10 7:30PM Mason District Democratic Com Mtg 3/25/10 7:30PM Lee District Democratic Committee Meeting 5/17/10 8:00PM 8th CD Monthly Meeting April 5/17/10 11th CD Committee Meeting 4/6/10 7:30PM FCDC National Affairs Standing Com Mtg 5/18/10 7:00PM Mt. Vernon District Democratic Com Mtg Next Regular FCDC Meeting: Tuesday, March 23, 7:30PM, location TBD Sustainers Honor Roll Thank you to our donors who have made a commitment to support the operation of the Fairfax County Democratic Committee with ongoing monthly or annual contributions

Champions

Brenda Frank & Tom Blackburn . Burma & Rick Bochner . Thomas Greeson Leslie Mason & Jeff Cosby (in honor of a birthday – Bob Hovis) Nancy & Edward Rice . Paula & Ronald Seward .

Winner’s Circle

Bob & Mary Ann Hovis . Nancy & Omar Kader Lina D'Gornaz Orr . Marie Ridder . Nancy & Rex Simmons

Benefactors

Bill Ackerman . Linda Beaty . Kristen Cabral & John Beaulieu . Tom Goldsmith . Robert Haley . Bob Hull Karen & Mark Lawrence . Molly & Bill Lynch . Fran & Val McWhorter . Phillip Niedzielski-Eichner Lillian Salerno . James Scott . Aggie Wolf

Leadership Circle

Lori Alexander . Margaret & Paul Andino . Peggy & Bud Andress . Rafael Arancibia . Edward Bentz Shirley & Dennis Bloomquist . John Bonnage . Pris & Al Bornmann . Jeane Brockway . Roy Brooks Barbara & Chuck Caputo . Richard & Jo Ann Chew . K. Joyce Clevenger . Althea Cooksey Meg Copernoll & John Meilert Gary Eads . Janet & Martin Fadden . Sharon & Amir Filipour . Edna Frady . Delores Frye Harrell Fuller . Lois Goodman . Warren Greenleaf . Penny & Hal Gross . Curtis Haymore . Janyce Hedetniemi . Gerry Hyland Kathy & Mark Itzkoff . Kaye Kory . Barbara & Bill Kreykenbohm . Addy & Gene Krizek . Suchada Langley . Paula Larson Mary Anne Lecos . Corni & Stew Lingley . James Lister . Elizabeth & Jan Lodal . Linda Lubetkin . Maggi & Ray Luca Ellen & Geoffrey Mayer . Al McAloon . Mary Lou Melley . Rayma Miles . Ilryong Moon . Carrie Nixon & Dmitri Melhorn Janet Oleszek . Jean Packard . Senator Toddy Puller . Michael Reinemer . Stanley Richards . Rachel Rifkind . Sidney Savage Robert Schwaninger . Adam Shubert . Linda & Nigel Smyth . Margaret & Howard Soroos . Barbara Shearer Mimi & Paul Spielberg . Anne Sprague Jane Strauss . . Archer Taylor . LaVerne Taylor . Mary Ann & Fred Taylor Linda Waller . Jill Waters . Mary Margaret Whipple

Friends

Chris Ambrose . Richard Anthony . George Ball . Frances Brown . Ellen Cantor . Anna Carrera . Rose Chu . Sue & John Clark . Karen Craft Ralph Craft . Paul Denig . Carol & Conrad Egan . Robert Fallon . Mike Finkle . Rotha & Bob Frye . Gabriel Goldberg . Nadja Golding Col. Norman Gottlieb . Liz Griffith . Gloria Haher . Curtis Haymore . Judy Hilton . Cheryl Howard . Patricia Jack . Douglas Kleine . Colleen Leyrer . Rita & Bruce MacDonald . Wendy Maiwurm . Mary Lee McIntyre . Jay Miller . Tooley Milstead Fred Mittelman . Robert Moore . Sally Moravitz . Hung Nguyen . Ginny Lehner Peters & Rob Peters . Chap Petersen . Douglas Reimel Raleigh Romine . Randall Schnepf . Maryhelen Snyder . Jason Steinbaum . Valerie Stucky . Valerie & Bob Sutter . Jane Tarrant Allen Taylor . Lynn & Mark Terry . David Turetsky . Nancy & James Vollmer . Stacey Waring & Gary Axelson . William Weinhold . Sandra Wilkinson . Ann Zuvekas

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This solicitation is authorized and paid for by the Fairfax County Democratic Committee, www.FairfaxDemocrats.org You Don’t Have to Be Irish to Celebrate This Green-Letter Day!

Join all Leprechauns, Shamrocks, Shillelaghs, and honorary Irish for Congressman Gerry Connolly’s 16th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Fete.

Wednesday, March 17, 2010 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Food, Drink, Entertainment

LOCATION Kena Temple 9001 Arlington Boulevard Fairfax, VA 22031

Directions (From I-495): West on Rte 50 Turn left at light onto Barkley Take immediate right onto access road Kena Temple is on your left.

Participate in our canned food drive for Fairfax and Prince William Counties. Bring a can to the party!

Please make checks payable to “Connolly for Congress” and mail to P.O. Box 563 · Merrifield, VA 22116, DONATE ONLINE AT www.GerryConnolly.com, or RSVP at (571)249-1493 or [email protected]

Yes, I will join Gerry at his St. Patrick’s Day Fete as a… ___Friend at $40 (1 ticket) ___Leprechaun at $125 (2 tickets) ___Shamrock at $250 (3 tickets) ___Shillelagh at $400 (4 tickets) ___Pot o’Gold at $500 (Pot o’ Gold will receive special recognition at the event) Sorry, I cannot attend, but here’s my contribution of $______

Name(s): ______Phone: ______Email: ______

Address: ______City, State, Zip: ______

Occupation: ______Employer/Address: ______By federal election law, it is required that political committees use best efforts to report the name, mailing address, occupation, and name of employer of individuals whose contributions exceed $200 during an election cycle. Individuals may not contribute more than $2,400 per election to the committee. Federal law prohibits contributions to the political committees from the general treasury funds of a corporation, labor organizations, or national banks (including corporate or business-entity credit cards), from any individual contributing another’s funds, from a federal government contractor, or from a foreign national who lacks permanent resident status. Contributions are not deductible for the purposes of federal income tax.

Paid for and Authorized by Connolly for Congress

ANNUAL LASAGNA DINNER Saturday – April 10, 2010 5:00 pm Reception – Sponsors + with elected officials 5:30 pm Cash bar 6:00 pm Dinner

Reston Community Center 2310 Colts Neck Road (at NE corner of Glade and Colts Neck Roads, in the Hunters Woods Shopping Center) Call 703-476-4500

Great Food  Great Music  Live and Silent Auctions

$40.00 advance ticket ($20 students) $50 at the door $75.00 - SPONSOR (reception + 1 ticket) $200.00 - PATRON (reception + 3 tickets)

$500.00 - BENEFACTOR (reception + 8 tickets)

For more information call: Robert Haley 703-716-2339 or Bettina Lawton 703-242-1652 [email protected] www.huntermilldemocrats.org

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_____YES I will attend. Enclosed is my check for $______for ______tickets

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check payable to: FCDC memo line: HMDDC Lasagna Dinner Mail to: Mark Terry, HMDDC Treasurer, 11816 Great Owl Circle, Reston, VA 20194

E-mail address ______Phone number ______Name ______Address ______Employer______Occupation______Employer City/State ______

Authorized and paid for by Fairfax County Democratic Committee www.fairfaxdemocrats.org Mary Ann Hovis, Chair