09.30.06
Johnson-Rayburn Dinner
The annual fundraiser for Harris Co. Democratic Party HCDP, the Johnson-Rayburn Dinner (named for Pres. Lyndon B. Johnson and Sam Rayburn, former Speaker of the US House of Reps. and longest serving member with 48 continuous years of service) is
Saturday, September 30, 6-11pm at the JW Marriott Hotel, 5150 Westheimer. 
Speaker: Senator Russ Feingold, (D) Wisconsin
Feingold is the only senator to vote against the Patriot Act and voted against the Iraq war resolution. He is author of the bill to censure President Bush over the Iraq war, co-authored the federal campaign finance reform bill, and recently introduced legislation to accomplish universal health care coverage for all Americans.
Typically about 700 people attend the J-R Dinner and it includes all local Democratic candidates and elected officials. A special tribute is planned for Ann Richards and other renowned Democratic leaders. All local Democratic elected officials will be present other speakers will include Chris Bell and state/local candidates running for offices on the November ballot.
Proceeds from the event are used to support the daily operations of the Party office at 1445 N. Loop West @ Ella Blvd, Suite 110 (next to Lowes). The office has recently been staffed by 3 fulltime professionals, but more importantly by a team of Volunteers who dedicate their time and efforts for our goals and beliefs.
