Serendipity in Schodack

Several  Schodack Democrats attended the Castleton Fire Company’s fund-raising breakfast on Sunday, as they usually do.  The early-risers found themselves in a sea of Republicans. But a couple who decided to sleep in and make it a “brunch” got a wonderful treat – Congressman Paul Tonko showed up to support the fire company. 

After saying hello to everyone in the room, Congressman Tonko sat with Schodack Democratic Chair Elizabeth Gable, committee member Linda Underwood and lifelong Castleton Democrats Florence and Martin Ray.  Joining them a bit later was fire company member and staunch Democrat Kelly Travers-Main who, along with her daughter, flipped pancakes and French toast.

Congressman Tonko participated in a lively discussion with his supporters. 

Later, even the most ardent Republicans wanted their picture taken with the Congressman.

Congressman Tonko is a great supporter of local Democratic committees. He rarely misses a fund-raiser or get-together. And he is one of the hardest working progressives in Congress.  Those of us who are represented by him are very lucky, indeed.  

Not so lucky are those in Rensselaer County who are represented by Tea Party Congressman Chris Gibson …

Congressman Paul Tonko with Elizabeth Gable, Kelly Travers-Main and Linda Underwood.