Blog: Kucinich Headquarters On Primary Night
POSTED: 12:36 pm CST January 8,
2008
UPDATED: 11:14 pm CST January 8,
2008
Reporter Adam Sexton has updates throughout the night from Dennis Kucinich's campaign headquarters.10:10 p.m.Kucinich only stayed for about 15 minutes at his election night headquarters at Jillian's Sports Bar in Manchester. He came in, made a rousing speech, shook hands and quickly left.
9:39 p.m.A fired up Dennis Kucinich pledged to his supporters that "We are going to carry a campaign across this country" and then he asked for their continued support, "Are you ready to help us pursue this all over America?" As he left the podium, Kucinich gave his wife a long kiss that drew cheers from the crowd.9:15 p.m.Dennis Kucinich has arrived at Jillian's.8:20 p.m.There's still only a small crowd of supporters at Jillian's Sports Bar. The Press Secretary for Dennis Kucinich says the candidate is a maverick in both politics and scheduling and that he is expected to show up later in the evening.7:40 p.m.The excitement is building at Kucinich headquarters. So far, about 30 to 40 supporters are gathering at Jillians Restaurant. Several of them are hanging new "Kucinich" signs around the room. There's even a group singing "Bob Dylan" type songs in support of Kucinich. The food of the night -- chips and salsa!6:25 p.m.Supporters are starting to show up at Kucinich headquarters in Manchester. One woman is wearing a hat that says "Impeach Cheney". The candidate is expected to show up after 8 p.m.5:30 p.m.There's a very festive atmosphere at Kucinich headquarters. The stage is set, the balloons are set, and there's red, white and blue cloth draping the tables. But, as of 5:30... No Kucinich supporters have shown up yet.NoonDemocratic candidate Dennis Kucinch has primary day events scheduled for Tuesday afternoon in Concord.He was busy Monday night, greeting more than 100 voters in Northwood, where he made his final appearance at Susty's Vegan Cafe.Kucinich addressed key issues for voters, including health care, education and the environment.Check back here for updates on the Kucinich campaign through the evening.
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