Tuesday, March 22, 2011

In the News: Rebirth Sought for Young Surry Democrats

"DOBSON — The Surry County Young Democrats hasn’t been active since the 1990s, but efforts are under way to bring the organization back in a big way.

As part of this, a Young Democrats rally is planned on March 26 in Dobson, featuring a scheduled appearance by North Carolina Secretary of State Elaine Marshall. Other guest speakers are to be part of the event along with live music and hot dogs, according to Ric Marshall, who is spearheading the Surry Young Democrats’ resurrection.


'It’s to bring in the enthusiasm, get young people involved in the Democratic Party,' Marshall said of the reasons behind the move. 'The main point is being able to get people involved and interested once again in the processes of our government.'


Although the Surry Young Democrats is open to persons who are 18 to 35, people of all ages are invited to the upcoming rally, Marshall said. That’s because the guidance of veteran members of the party is deemed essential to the group’s kickoff as well, he added.


'It’s for young Democrats, but we need everyone to come out...'"


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