The Cheney Charm

Vice President Cheney was in Prospect, Kentucky for a private fundraiser this week. After a very important stop at Fort Campbell, Kentucky to address our brave men and women in uniform, he visited our little neck of the woods in support of Congressman Geoff Davis's campaign. I was fortunate enough to be invited to the private event. (Thank you, Fred!!)

The fundraiser was hosted at a private home with a crowd of probably 200-250 people in attendance. Our weather was less than hospitable Monday evening so the turnout may have even been less than expected. The rain poured, the wind blew, but you certainly couldn't have kept me away!

I must say that after having been there, electrified and in awe of the magnitude of being so close to someone so important in American history, it's an absolute shame that every American doesn't easily come by the opportunity to see the Vice President in person. His humility, humor, and intelligence are immediately evident from the time he enters the room. With a deep booming no-nonsense voice, you would expect him to cut right to the chase and say exactly what he means. Guess what? That's exactly what he does. The interesting thing about him though is that he interjects just the right turn of phrase at times when you least expect such subtle humor. What a wonderful speaker! It certainly made me proud to be a Conservative and proud to have supported this man and our President in both major elections.

Some of us were eager to find a spot up front while others were still mingling.

The Vice President spoke about national issues but more importantly, in this run up to the mid-term elections, he expressed his thanks for the great job that Congressman Davis has done in a short time on the Hill. The House of Representatives has done a terrific job supporting Conservative values with respect to the economy, the war, and illegal immigration and Davis has been a big part of that. I'm very proud to be a consituent of his knowing that my voice will be heard through him.

Congressman Davis introduced a man who needed no introduction.

He speaks with conviction and a no-nonsense style -- a true Conservative!

As he left the podium, he paused just at the corner of the crowd and reached out to shake a few hands. As luck would have it, he paused right in front of where I was standing. I reached out and shook his hand and thanked him for all of his hard work. It felt so nice to be able to say that to a good man who's been so sorely mistreated by the Liberals in this country! I swore I wouldn't wash that hand again after that historic brush with greatness. I must admit though, I have since caved in on that oath... I'm no slob. After all, I have pictures to remember the moment, don't I?