Douglas visits with Special Olympics
State Sen. John Douglas sent along this picture earlier today.
He says:
We met at 7:30 at the Hwy 81 Publix and members of the HC PD and Special Olympians ran the torch across town to the Publix on Jonesboro Rd. I was there to show support for both groups and be part of something that my handicapped brother has been interested in for many years. It was an honor for me to light the torch and to participate.
Comments
I hate it when people make it hard to dislike them.
Sen Douglas I dont always like your politics but you are out there doing a great job.
Posted by: Doug Craig | May 30, 2008 10:17 PM
Special olympians are special people. Thanks Senator for taking the time to be with them. And thanks to the Henry County police for their involvement.
Posted by: South Henry Neighbor | May 30, 2008 10:18 PM
It's good to see the Special
Olympics being brought to the forefront. It is a program that really helps.
And Senator Douglas shows he does care.
Posted by: The Doctor | May 30, 2008 11:15 PM
"And thanks to the Henry County police for their involvement."
Were there HCPD officers there as volunteers or were they doing things such as directing traffic, providing security, etc?
Posted by: Danny | May 31, 2008 08:48 AM
All of the above. In the photo, the gentleman on the far left and the young lady holding the torch are special olympians. Everyone else excluding me are HC PD folks who ran the route. The young man