Kick-Off in Alexandria
The last kick-off event of the day was in Northern Virginia, at the Carlyle Club in Alexandria. There was awesome energy, with over 500 people waving signs and cheering for Governor Warner in a very hot ballroom. The enthusiasm was enormous and the with help of a great staff, we had a great event to end a great first day.
When Governor Warner arrived at the venue, he was greeted with a crowd of over 30 people waving signs and cheering as he entered the room. Folks starting arriving for the event as early as 5:45pm – more than an hour before the call time. By 6:15, there were over 100 people waiting, all excited and ready to launch this campaign.
Congressmen Jim Moran and Bobby Scott joined former Lt. Governor Don Beyer in praising Governor Warner for his record and achievements. Sen. Jim Webb was on hand and introduced Governor Warner as “the next junior senator” from Virginia.
Governor Warner said that it was great to be home after a long day on the road, and that he was humbled and determined by the response he’s seen and not take anything for granted. From the Washington Post:
“If you hire me as your next United States senator, we’ll prove that even in Washington we can bring Virginia independence that will provide real results,” Warner said in a 20-minute speech.
