August 19th 2020
Clay County's
Demorat Executive Committee did everything right to let the
voters know, something important was going on. They used the
local newspaper (The Communicator), social media, and even
announced the Meet the Candidate rally on the local radio
station. On August 19th, the weather was perfect for an
outdoor event.
Years ago, a
Demo rally was a big event and many potential voters showed up
to rub elbows. One held up at the Big Otter Community Center
and another at the old VFW Hall, and others, were packed.
People had to wait outdoors for the meet and greet.
That's not the case these days. During the last 15 years, that has all changed. Maybe Corona has some influence this year, but on August 19th, other than candidates for office, spouses, and family, there wasn't a voter or vote to be had.
Staged over at the Dundon Campground, there was plenty of space for social distancing. Gladly we can report, face masks were worn by all attendees. That's a good thang.
That's not the case these days. During the last 15 years, that has all changed. Maybe Corona has some influence this year, but on August 19th, other than candidates for office, spouses, and family, there wasn't a voter or vote to be had.
Staged over at the Dundon Campground, there was plenty of space for social distancing. Gladly we can report, face masks were worn by all attendees. That's a good thang.
Bob Beach Ag Commissioner Candidate Kathy Kunkel 2nd Congressional Candidate
Larry Cottrell 33rd House of Delegates
Mark A Hunt -32nd District Candidate
Each candidate was
provided a chance to speak their case over the PA system. All
did and handled themselves well. There was some applause here
and there. Messages were loud and clear . They had had enough
of Republicraps in office operating without experience and had
done little to zero in the way of improving life for the
common West Virginian.
Mary Ann Claytor for State auditor
Cottrell provided a timely political message via a tune
Selena Vickers House 32hd District
Randy Holcomb, Clay Sheriff Candidate
We did notice
something common among all the speakers. None of em, not even
their placards, even mentioned, they were from the Democratic
party. Not so long ago, that Demo affiliation meant something.
Heck, in this county, for a successful run at public office, a
candidate had to switch parties to Demorat to have any chance
at winning.
We watched one day later, on the Boob Tube, while giving his acceptance speech , Joe Biden said, I am proud to be a Democrat.
Maybe Clayonian candidates might make sure which side they're on and let voters know ahead of time.
AW
We watched one day later, on the Boob Tube, while giving his acceptance speech , Joe Biden said, I am proud to be a Democrat.
Maybe Clayonian candidates might make sure which side they're on and let voters know ahead of time.
AW