"Let's Get It Done!"
Duchense County Democratic Convention
I was immediately welcomed to the convention by Duchense County Chair, Roland Uresk, a man who has been Duchense County's Chair for 25 years. Not only is Roland the Deputy County Attorney for Duchense, he is also running for Senate District 26, a seat that is also being sought by Duchense reident and Democrat, Laird Hamblin.
Within minutes I met House District 54 Candidate, Daniel Drew. Daniel's Democratic
roots run deep. As a child he was involved in his grandfather's campaign for the Utah State Legislature. He worked on Bill Orton's campaign during his senior year in high school, along with many other campaigns while in college. Daniel, who currently teaches eighth grade students, believes that our current Republican majority in the Legislature is not listening to Utahns who overwhelmingly want increased funding for education.
The first candidate to speak was Joe Summarell who is pictured above. Joe is running for Duchense County Commission Seat A. It was Joe's statement, "Let's get it done!" that set the tone for the day.
Fred Mauerman, candidate for Commision Seat B, recieved a thunderous ovation when he held up the name plate of the Republican commisioner who Mauerman is determined to replace.
Merv Gustin is the current Sherriff of Duchense County. He is also the only elected D
emocrat in the county since their county clerk decided to run as a Republican to avoid campaigning. Merv explained how proud he is of his staff at the Sheriff's office, and of their team accomplishments. He is defianely a man who understands the importance of teamwork.
All the candidates presented themselves well, but the star of the conventi
on had to be Pete Ashdown who arrived in his mobile campaign headquarters (pictured below). Not only did Pete steal the show with his oratory, he also proved that he is a smarter man than I by wearing his cowboy shirt, jeans, and boots. On the drive up I realized that I should have worn something other than my suit, or that I should have at least brought a change of clothes so that I could better explore Duchense from more than just my car seat.
I want to thank Roland, the candidates, and all of the attendees, and new delegates for putting on a inspiring convention, which by the way also included a much appreciated and well prepared lunch. All that is left to say is "Let's Get It Done!"
Within minutes I met House District 54 Candidate, Daniel Drew. Daniel's Democratic
roots run deep. As a child he was involved in his grandfather's campaign for the Utah State Legislature. He worked on Bill Orton's campaign during his senior year in high school, along with many other campaigns while in college. Daniel, who currently teaches eighth grade students, believes that our current Republican majority in the Legislature is not listening to Utahns who overwhelmingly want increased funding for education.The first candidate to speak was Joe Summarell who is pictured above. Joe is running for Duchense County Commission Seat A. It was Joe's statement, "Let's get it done!" that set the tone for the day.
Fred Mauerman, candidate for Commision Seat B, recieved a thunderous ovation when he held up the name plate of the Republican commisioner who Mauerman is determined to replace.
Merv Gustin is the current Sherriff of Duchense County. He is also the only elected D
emocrat in the county since their county clerk decided to run as a Republican to avoid campaigning. Merv explained how proud he is of his staff at the Sheriff's office, and of their team accomplishments. He is defianely a man who understands the importance of teamwork.All the candidates presented themselves well, but the star of the conventi
on had to be Pete Ashdown who arrived in his mobile campaign headquarters (pictured below). Not only did Pete steal the show with his oratory, he also proved that he is a smarter man than I by wearing his cowboy shirt, jeans, and boots. On the drive up I realized that I should have worn something other than my suit, or that I should have at least brought a change of clothes so that I could better explore Duchense from more than just my car seat.I want to thank Roland, the candidates, and all of the attendees, and new delegates for putting on a inspiring convention, which by the way also included a much appreciated and well prepared lunch. All that is left to say is "Let's Get It Done!"
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