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Local Democratic women travel to hear Hillary Clinton in Asheville
Women from the TriCounty area had the exciting experience of volunteering with the campaign before and during the event. When the doors opened at 6 p.m. there were thousands of people in line for the chance to get one of approximately 2500 available seats. By 8 p.m. there was standing room only inside and the Fire Marshall had to cut off any more people coming into the auditorium. The campaign set up speakers in front of the venue for the hundreds of supporters who didn't get inside. The event began with the campaign's NC Field Director pumping up the audience and tossing t-shirts into the crowd. Next came an impressive group of NC politicians who have pledged to support Clinton: North Carolina's first female Speaker Pro Tempore of the House Marie Colten, Buncombe County Democrat Party Chair Kathy Sinclair, Vice Mayor of Asheville Jan Davis and Rep. Susan Fisher who told the crowd that North Carolina "We're not bitter and we won't quit," referring to the recent Obama statement. The banner on stage read "Solutions for a Strong Military" and Clinton entered only after several retired military veterans spoke on her behalf. With a combined service record of over 300 years, each Flag Officerspoke their own personal reasons for their commitment to the Senator. Everyone felt Clinton has what it takes to lead our military forces as our next commander in chief. To date 34 retired generals and admirals have signed letters of support for her. The senator was introduced by NC native son, retired Gen. Hugh Shelton, former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
After a rousing campaign speech lasting well over an hour, Senator Clinton went outside to greet and shake hands with many of those who were still waiting on the street.
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