Just in time to watch the first and only debate between GOP sweetheart Sarah Palin and vice presidential rival Joe Biden, Greenwich Republicans opened their new headquarters Thursday under windy but sunny skies.
The weather fit the message relayed by each speaker to stand before the red, white and blue bunting-clad podium outside 407 East Putnam Ave., during a noon ribbon cutting ceremony: A hard fight lay ahead, but victory for the entire Republican ticket is the certain reward.
"There's a great deal of hope here today," said Republican Town Committee Chairman John Raben before introducing Scott Frantz, candidate for the 36th District state Senate seat against Democrat Mark Diamond.
In an interview, Frantz, fresh from the previous night's League of Women Voter's debate, said he welcomed the prospect of working for his district now more than ever.
"I love a challenge," he said. "If everything that's going on with the economy is as bad as it's said to be, now is the time for those with experience to step up."
Fred Camillo, who is running for the 151st state House seat against Democrat Ed Krumeich, said from under the shade of his Yankees cap that he's ready to serve his community,
"It's fitting to have the headquarters in this part of town," he said of the location in Cos Cob, where he grew up, "and I say that with enormous pride." ....
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The Republican Town Committee has opened its election headquarters at Cos Cob Plaza. Open for business - GOP Election HQ in Cos Cob. Open for business - GOP Election HQ in Cos Cob. Coming soon - Democratic headquarters on Railroad ...
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