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GA Dems to Honor Lucy McBath with Chair’s Award at 2017 State Dinner

Release:  Monday, April 17, 2017   

Atlanta, GA – Today, Democratic Party of Georgia Chair DuBose Porter announced Lucy McBath will receive this year’s Chair’s Award at the 2017 State Dinner.

“There is no one more deserving of this award than Lucy McBath. Through her faith and fortitude, she has managed to transform her tragedy into a testimony for the prevention of senseless and cruel acts of violence. This award falls far short of what she deserves, but it is our honor to show Lucy our admiration and love Thursday evening.”

Lucy’s son, Jordan Davis, was shot and killed in an argument over loud music at a gas station in Jacksonville, Florida on November 23, 2012. Lucy is the Faith and Outreach Leader for Everytown for Gun Safety and Moms Demand Action and in her personal capacity, is a member of the Mothers of the Movement.

“It’s an honor to be recognized by influential leaders and innovators in my home state of Georgia. It’s critical that we never take our freedoms for granted, that we challenge ourselves to fight for what is right and that we stand and fight to protect those who cannot protect themselves,” said Lucy McBath in a statement. “I believe that together, we can create a safer future for our loved ones, not only here in Georgia, but nationwide.”

The Chair’s Award will be presented at the Democratic Party of Georgia’s 2017 State Dinner, held this Thursday at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta. DNC Chair Tom Perez will deliver welcoming remarks. Congresswoman Maxine Waters will deliver the keynote address.

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Save the Date – DPG State Dinner – Sept. 26

Saturday, September 26, 2015 at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta

Guest speaker – U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar

(Ticketing information to come)

The Democratic Party of Georgia is pleased to invite you to the Democratic Party of Georgia State Dinner, to be held on Saturday, September 26, at the Hyatt Regency.

And we are thrilled to announce that U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar will deliver our keynote address.

Senator Klobuchar was the first woman elected to represent Minnesota in the U.S. Senate. She’s a champion of our Democratic values, from creating good jobs to protecting civil rights to improving public education. A gifted public servant and staunch advocate of progressive values, Sen. Klobuchar appeared on a recent list of women most likely to become President and is often mentioned as a potential Supreme Court nominee.

Plus, I hear she gives a helluva barnburner of a speech.

Georgia could learn a lot from Minnesota—they’ve expanded Medicaid, invested in infrastructure, made education and job training priorities, and asked those at the top to pay their fair share.

Senator Klobuchar’s address will cap off an evening filled with fellowship, inspirational words from Georgia Democratic leaders…and a few surprises we have up our sleeves.

This dinner is more than just a fundraiser—it’s an opportunity for us to gather together, break bread, and reaffirm our commitment to build a better future for our state.

Georgia has left too many people behind, and it’s up to us—the Democratic community—to right the GOP’s wrongs. Next year, we must elect Democrats up and down the ballot. Democrats who will stand for our values. Unwavering and unapologetic.

So join Sen. Klobuchar, our Party leaders, and me in forging a new Georgia Democratic majority. Mark September 26 on your calendars and witness what’s sure to be a memorable evening.

I look forward to seeing you there,

DuBose Porter

Chair, Democratic Party of Georgia

The Democratic Party of Georgia State Dinner is the dinner formerly known as the Jefferson-Jackson Dinner.

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