I got a tip from Susan Sweeney that two Flip Red activists from Chicago were going to be attending the Charlie Kirk Memorial Service sponsored by McHenry County GOPAC in Fox River Grove Tuesday.
Even though it conflicted with McHenry County State’s Randi Freese’s Prairie Grove fundraiser, I thought I could make the beginning of the Kirk event, then drive to the Route 176 one, then return for GOPAC’s Petition Party at which two gubernatorial candidates would be speaking.
I found the two Chicago Flip Red luminaries.
“Luminaries” because they have been referenced by President Donald Trump.
Then, it was off to the State’s Attorney’s fundraiser.
When I returned, GOP gubernatorial hopeful Ted Dombrowski was speaking.
Ted Dombrowski
Known for his former work with the Illinois Policy Institute and Wirepoints, Dombrowski demonstrated his mastery of the issues facing Illinois.
He emphasized the need to nominate someone who could appeal to moderate Chicago and suburban voters (left unsaid was this was something that rival two-time aspirant Daily Bailey failed to accomplish).
Next up was two-time gubernatorial hopeful Max Solomon.
Solomon is an energetic speaker, emphasizing his Christian beliefs.
He recognized the Chicago Flip Red Ladies and got them a round of applause.
After the speeches, McHenry County GOPAC Chairlady Karen Tirio urged people to sign petitions, emphasizing that one could sign both gubernatorial candidates’ petitions legally, as well as those of others running for the same office.
Those attending went to tables with candidates or their supporters nearby and signed petitions.
A Northwest Herald reported (seen below with notebook in hand) was interviewing petition passers, singers and candidates.
McHenry County Board members Matt Kunkle and Terri Greeno sat together.
Two candidates seeking to succeed State Senator Don DeWitte were next to each other.
Two of at least four candidates seeking to replace State Senator Don DeWitte are Cody Holt of Elgin and Tom McIntosh of St. Charles
Democrat Sue Ness’ Republican opponent, Laurie Parman, sat next to the two Senate candidates.
Dombrowski and Solomon soliciting signatures together.
There were Fox River Grove Police all over the place.
Two cars were at the entrance road.
Police officers were inside and outside the venue itself.
