On September 11, 2010 the Democratic Club of Sarasota is pleased to welcome back Representative Keith Fitzgerald as our guest speaker. Always a favorite of Sarasota Democrats, Keith will share his insight on the challenges facing Democrats in Tallahassee and provide an update on his campaign.
Keith was first elected to represent State House District 69 in 2006. His district includes the northern half of Sarasota County and a small portion of Manatee County.
As a Ph.D. in political science, he has studied politics his whole life, taught at colleges and universities and conducted scholarly research. Prior to his election, Keith’s leadership positions included service on the Advisory Council of Faculty Senates, the Board of Trustees of New College of Florida and the Sarasota City Charter Review Board.
During his time in office, Keith has fought for issues such as affordable housing, election reform, smart growth and environmental conservation. Keith serves on the Economic Expansion and Infrastructure Council and the Environmental Protection Committee and is the Democratic Ranking Member on the Ethics and Elections Committee. Keith was also appointed Deputy Policy Chair for the House Democratic Caucus, giving him a central role in shaping the caucus’s policy agenda.
Born in Springfield, OH and raised in Louisville, KY, Keith holds a B.A. from the University of Louisville, and a Ph.D. from Indiana University. Keith has lived in Sarasota and taught political science at New College of Florida since 1994.
Reservation Details:
Call: 941-379-9233 or
E-mail: reserve@sarasotadems.com
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Menu Choices
- Chicken Florentine with Basmati Rice and Chef’s Vegetables
- Oriental Stir-Fried Vegetables on White Rice with fried Won Ton Garnish
Dessert
- Passion Fruit Sorbet with Almond Cookie
Menu not guaranteed past noon
Reservation deadline, Wednesday, September 8th
$23 for Members with Reservations, $25 for Guests and Walk-in’s.
Location: Laurel Oak Country Club, 2700 Gary Player Blvd, Sarasota, FL
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