Monmouth County Democratic Women’s Caucus to present “Women in History” Event in Asbury Park Tonight

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
March 4, 2013


ASBURY PARK – Monmouth County Democrats Women’s Caucus is holding a very special event tonight, “Women in History”, featuring guest speakers Democratic Candidate for Governor Barbara Buono, State Senate Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg, Assemblywoman Gabriela Mosquera and Clinton, NJ Mayor Janice Kovach, at the Watermark, 700 Ocean Avenue in Asbury Park, NJ.

The Monmouth County Democratic Women’s Caucus was established to help increase the political voice of Democratic women within every level of government. In just nine months, The Monmouth County Democratic Women’s Caucus has grown into a political force of over 100 members, holding regular monthly meetings, supporting Democratic women candidates throughout the county and volunteering in many county party events.

“Together, we are fighting against gender inequality and political oppression,” says co-chair Patricia Teffenhart-Maikos of Holmdel. “Anyone who discounts the strength and determination of the Monmouth County Democrats hasn’t met the Women’s Caucus. We are a group of passionate women dedicated to turning Monmouth County BLUE, one municipality – one election at a time.”

Co-Chair Retha Onitiri of Millstone adds, “Tonight, we celebrate our Democratic sisters who are truly history-making women in New Jersey."

Tonight’s fundraiser will begin at 6pm and the cost of admission is $30.00. All proceeds go to the Monmouth County Democratic Organization.