Archive for September, 2005
David joined Democratic officials, activists, and supporters yesterday evening at Guapo’s restaurant in Shirlington for Arlington Democrats United for David.
“The outpouring of support from fellow Democrats in 
Arlington has really been amazing,” said David. “Even though I’m from Alexandria, my Arlington friends have embraced me as one of the family, one of their own.”
Yesterday’s event was hosted by delegates Bob Brink, Al Eisenberg, and Adam Ebbin; Arlington County Board Members Jay Fisette, Chris Zimmerman, Barbara Favola, Paul Ferguson, and Walter Tejada; Arlington Commissioner of the Revenue Ingrid Morroy, Arlington 
Treasurer Francis O’Leary, Arlington Commonwealth’s Attorney Richard Trodden, Arlington Sheriff Beth Arthur, and Arlington County School Board Member Libby Garvey, one of David’s former primary opponents. Jim Turpin, Margo Horner, Jeff Liesemer, Peter Rousselot, Alfonso Lopez, Jane Bergen, Josh Israel, the Arlington County Democratic Committee, the Arlington Young Democrats, and the Virginia Partisans.
“I look forward to being part of such a terrific team in Arlington,” said David.
If you missed our Democrats United events, 
feel free to join us next Saturday evening, Oct. 8 at 5 p.m. for a Friends and Family Barbecue for David at the home of Mimi Carter and Joe La Mountain on 106 East Cliff Street. You can even enter a drawing for a week in an Ocean View Cottage in Nags Head.
Many thanks to the Vote Strong Volunteers who continued to reach out to voters and build the grassroots during this week’s Volunteer Nights on Tuesday and Wednesday. While David was out knocking on doors and sharing his vision in person, volunteers made hundreds of phone calls to voters in the 45th district for our David and to voters in the 32nd district for David Poisson.
“I’ll never be able to thank our volunteers enough for their hard work and their commitment to building the grassroots for the future,” said David. “I’m confident that, together, we’ll win in November and be a strong force for sensible, progressive legislation in Virginia.”
Join us next week as we continue to win votes for David and other Democrats! Volunteer Nights are Tuesdays from 6 to 9 p.m. at Campaign Central and Wednesdays from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at Alexandria Hyundai. Let Mel know you’re coming: 703-549-3203 or volunteer@davidenglin.org.
Team Englin culminated another busy weekend on the campaign trail today with a successful Fall for the Arts Fundraiser for David at Alexandria Councilman Rob Krupicka’s home in Del Ray. Delegate Marian Van Landingham, Delegate Brian Moran, Delegate Adam Ebbin, Delegate Bob Brink, Delegate Al Eisenberg, Senator Patsy Ticer, Arlington County Board Member Barbara Favola, 
Arlington School Board Member Libby Garvey, Mayor Bill Euille, Vice Mayor Del Pepper, Councilman Rob Krupicka, Councilman Paul Smedberg, Councilman Ludwig Gaines, Councilwoman Joyce Woodson, Councilman Andrew MacDonald, and others hosted the event. 
The hosts each donated a piece of original artwork to the auction to raise money for David’s campaign efforts. Former Delegate and Councilman David Speck entertained the guests as the auctioneer. 
“It really meant a lot to me that the hosts put so much thought and effort into producing some beautiful pieces of art,” said David. “We’re lucky to have such a committed team of progressive leaders at both the state and local level, and I look forward to working closely together to keep electing Democrats and to fight for sensible, progressive legislation in Richmond.”
On Saturday, David and volunteers spent the day knocking on doors and talking with voters throughout the 45th district. David focused his energy on the Fairfax part of the 45th, joining Maggie Britvec, the Democratic precinct captain for Cameron precinct, sharing his strong progressive message.
Sunday morning, David joined other Alexandria dignitaries at Beth El Hebrew Congregation, where David, Shayna, and Caleb are members, for the ground breaking of the Rabbi Arnold Fink Study Center.
Join us every Saturday to knock on doors and every Tuesday and Wednesday for Volunteer Nights! Let Mel know when you’re coming: volunteer@davidenglin.org or 703-549-3203.
Sixteen fantastic volunteers came to Campaign Central last night to make an unbelievable number of phone calls, get the voter files up to date with all of the Democrats we’ve talked to at their doors and on their phones, and get a huge mailing out the door. Special thanks to Matt Munsey and Gertrude Bailey for staying into the wee hours to finish up!
Last night’s volunteers ranged in age from 2nd grade to “he’s not saying” and came to Campaign Central from all three parts of the 45th district (Alexandria, Arlington, and Fairfax).
“It’s inspiring to see the number of Vote Strong volunteers grow week after week, and to see them coming together to work for a progressive future for Virginia,” said Mel Mattingly, Campaign Manager.
Join us next Tuesday! Let Mel know you’re coming at 703-549-3203 or info@davidenglin.org.
While volunteers kept up the fight at our second Wednesday Volunteer Night, David and Shayna joined Democratic officials, activists, and supporters this evening at Janet’s Java off of Telegraph Road for Fairfax Democrats United for David.
“The outpouring of support from fellow Democrats in the Mount Vernon and Lee parts of the 45th district both during the primary and since has really meant a lot to me,” said David. “I have said all along that whomever represents the 45th district in Richmond must strive to represent the 
entire district, from Fairfax to Alexandria to Arlington. I remain rock-solid in that commitment, and I’m so proud of the way Democrats from across the entire 45th district have come together to demonstrate their united support of the entire Democratic ticket.”
If you missed our Democrats United events in Alexandria or Fairfax, you can join other Democratic officials and activists next week in Arlington to show your support. Arlington Democrats United for David is Thursday, Sept. 29, 6 to 8 p.m. at Guapo’s in Shirlington, and the recommended contribution is $25. You can also join us this Sunday at Councilman Rob Krupicka’s home in Del Ray for a special Fall for the Arts fundraiser for David, including an auction of original art created by local elected officials.
