Gravel in St. Pete, finally
September 7, 2007 at 9:50 am by Wayne GarciaA month or so ago, I reported that Democratic lower-tier candidate Mike Gravel (of the “Rock” video fame) was going to do a rally and fundraiser in St. Pete. Those events fell apart, but now we get word that Gravel will be in our area on Saturday for two events. The Pinellas Democratic Party passed along the following:
True American Patriot/Dem Pres Candidate Mike Gravel In Town Saturday. Meet Him For Free!!
As a Senator from Alaska, Gravel started a one man filibuster that ended up shutting down the draft, and read portions of the Pentagon Papers into the congressional records at a time when Richard Nixon was theatening folks with prison if they leaked the info. If only more of our current reps had the same concern for peace, truth, and transparency in government and balance of powers!
Well, here’s your chance to shake his hand for free. He’ll be mingling with everyday folks like you and me at 2 Tampa Bay events before he drives to Miami for the debate. Even if you’re a supporter of another candidate, supporting any Dem who comes to town is only a good thing for ALL Dem candidates.
Saturday, 9-08
1-3pm
Bennigans Restaurant
2520 N Dale Mabry Hwy
TampaSaturday, 9-08
2-4 pm
Cafe Bohemia
937 Central Ave.
St. Petersburg
BTW, the Rock video has spawned a cottage industry of parody. Here’s one of the funnier ones.
