August 2008: Goode travels around the 5th District

According to a News 7 Survey USA poll, Congressman Goode would win if the election were held today. Out of the 615 people polled, 64% stated they would vote for Congressman Goode, while 30% said they favored Perriello. 5% of those polled were undecided. The full article can be found at: WDBJ 7

There are no television cameras, no microphones, and the lights are dim. House Republicans, however, remain in Washington to speak on the high energy prices facing Americans and demand that Speaker Pelosi allow a vote on a comprehensive energy package that would give American families some relief. Congressman Goode joined Republicans on Wednesday, August 20th on the House floor in the continuing fight for lower energy costs. He discussed the need for drilling in the Artic National Wildlife Refuge and the Outer Continental Shelf. He also spoke in support of alternative energy sources, such as ethanol produced from switchgrass and miscanthus, and the use of canola as a biofuel.

As summer draws to a close and fall approaches, localities across the Fifth District are beginning to hold annual festivals and fairs. Congressman Goode attended the Appomattox Food Festival on August 15th. The Food Festival is hosted by the Appomattox Lions Club, and the proceeds will be used to provide assistance to blind and deaf persons. Over 3,000 people attended the festival, but supporters for Perriello were nowhere in site.

Congressman Goode also attended the Virginia Cantaloupe Festival. This event has been held annually in Halifax County since 1981 and draws over 3000 people. Congressman Goode sampled Virginia-grown cantaloupe and spoke with many supporters from Southside.

The Greene County Fair was held from August 12-August1 16. This summer the fair had a record number of attendees. Congressman Goode attended the fair and spoke with many citizens in Greene County.

Congressman Goode was in Washington during the Albemarle County Fair, but Goode Supporters were on at the fair passing out balloons, pencils, and fans.

The Fifth District GOP is working tirelessly to increase voter turnout in 2008. Albemarle County opened it's GOP headquarters on August 23rd while the Greene County GOP held a rally on the same day.

The Fluvanna County GOP hosted a breakfast forum attended by 85 people. Congressman Goode answered questions concerning his stance on issues and the election.

Despite the much needed rain, the Mecklenburg County GOP headquarters opened in Boydton on August 27th. The Brunswick County GOP rally and barbecue, held the same day, was also a success.

Congressman Goode attended the grand opening of the Smith Mountain Lake Republican Headquarters and the Martinsville Republican Headquarters. Over 100 Republicans, as well as Sheriff Mike Brown, Sheriff Euell Hunt, Delegate Charles Poindexter and Senator Robert Hurt were on hand at Smith Mountain Lake. Delegate Don Merricks and Delegate Danny Marshall attended the opening in Martinsville. Congressman Goode predicted that voter turnout will top 60% in the 2008 elections, which has not been the case since 1968.

On August 9th, more than 350 people attended Summerfest, a fundraiser for Congressman Goode hosted by Bill Thompson. The event was catered by the always tasty, Bill Ellis Barbecue. Congressman Goode had the opportunity to thank Mr. Thompson by leading the crowd in singing "Happy Birthday" in honor of Mr. Thompson's birthday, the same day as the event.

Coy and Jean Harville hosted another fundraiser for Congressman Goode on August 22nd at their farm, Riverbend. There were over 250 people in attendance. Mr. Harville is the Chairman of the Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors. Delegates Danny Marshall and Don Merricks were in attendance as well as many elected officials from Danville and Pittsylvania County.

Over 150 people attended an event in Prince Edward County hosted by Southerd and Pam Brumfield on August 14th. The even was held on a pleasant late summer evening at the family home of the Brumfields. Delegates Clark Hogan and Watkins Abbitt, as well as Senator Frank Ruff were in attendance. Congressman Goode expressed his appreciation to all who contributed to the campaign.

At Springhaven Farm, over 175 attended an out-door barbecue in honor of Congressman Goode hosted by Peter and Carol Easter on August 23rd. Springhaven is located on Free Union Road in Albemarle County, less than 5 miles from Perriello's home. Congressman Goode was introduced by Former Secretary of State, Lawrence Eagleburger, who resides in Albemarle County.

Albemarle farmer, Fred Scott, hosted another fundraiser for Congressman Goode that week. Congressman Eric Cantor and Delegate Rob Bell cam out in support of Congressman Goode. Attendees were treated to dinner in Mr. Scott's elegant carriage house and were able to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Bundoran Farm.

Congressman Goode and his opponent will participate in a forum sponsored by the Sorensen Institute for Political Leadership at the University of Virginia and the Danville Register & Bee. The forum will be held September 3rd at The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research from 7:30PM til 9:00PM. The topics will include economic development, energy, national security, and immigration. Come out and show your support for Congressman Goode!

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