
Meet political candidates and current elected officials in an outdoor setting while at the same time interacting with fellow Clark County Republicans
Area residents are invited to the “17th District Rising’’ party and fundraising event to be held Sat., Sept. 27. The event will be held at an outdoor venue at 39700 NE 48th Street in Washougal and will take place from 2-5:30 p.m.
Those in attendance will have the opportunity to meet political candidates and current elected officials in an outdoor setting while at the same time interacting with fellow Clark County Republicans.
Speakers for the event will include:
- Glen Morgan, We The Governed
- Bob Songer, Klickitat County sheriff
- Matt Erickson (on the Constitution)
- Rep. John Ley, 18th Legislative District
- 17th Legislative District officials
- Sue Pederson, former candidate for Washington Commissioner of Public Lands
- Candidates for Clark County Charter Review
- Candidates for Camas City Council
The event will feature live music, soft drinks and snacks. Other food will be available for purchase from Lenny’s Smokehouse (BBQ ribs, chicken, potato salad, cole slaw and more). There will also be a live auction and dunk tank.
For more information, go to 17thLD.org/Fundraiser.
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