MARGARETVILLE — Delaware County Democrats hosted their annual Soapbox Social at the Margaretville Village Pavilion on Sunday, Sept. 7.
The event, with more than 100 people in attendance, provided an opportunity to meet Democratic Party neighbors, local elected officials and candidates.
Featured speakers were Delaware County Family Court Judge Gary Rosa, Town of Middletown Supervisor Glen Faulkner, Middletown Council Member Robin Williams, and Middletown Town Justice John Fairbairn III. All are incumbent candidates running unopposed in the November 4 election. The candidates offered brief remarks focusing on their philosophies, achievements, and goals going forward.
Middletown Council Member Colleen Martin, who was appointed to fill an unexpired term, is running for a full term. She was out of town and unable to attend.
Other remarks were offered by Delhi resident Michele Frazier, who has announced her candidacy for the 2026 race for New York State Senate in the 51st District. She previously ran for this position in 2024.
Janet Tweed also addressed the gathering. She previously was a candidate for NYS Assembly in District 102 and plans to again run for that position.
Several audience members accepted the invitation from event MC Lisa Tait, Chair of the Town of Middletown Democratic Committee, to offer brief remarks. Several speakers remarked upon the unprecedented overreach on the part of the federal government that is having devastating effects on everything from health care, SNAP benefits, the environment, and to the rule of law.
In publicity for the event, organizers welcomed “Dems, Progressives, Independents, and Dem-Curious” to turn out and learn more about local and statewide candidates. The free event was open to the public and paid for by Town of Middletown Democrats.
The afternoon gathering included free ice cream, a fund-raising bake sale and grilled food for sale. Live rock music by Sue’s Garage added to the festivities.
Michele Frazier, who will be running for the NYS Senate in 2026, serves up some ice cream to Delaware County and Middletown Democratic Committee member Josef Schoell. — Photo by Dan Flanagan
Middletown Town Justice John Fairbairn III has served in this post for 12 years and is seeking another term. Middletown Supervisor Glen Faulkner looks on during John’s remarks. — Photo by Dan Flanagan
Local and statewide Democratic candidates and officeholders took time out for a group photo during September 7 Soapbox Social in Margaretville. From left are Michele Frazier, who is running for the NYS Senate in 2026; Middletown Town Council Member Robin Williams, Middletown Justice John Fairbairn III, Middletown Town Council Member Brian Sweeney, Delaware County Family Court Judge Gary Rosa, and Middletown Supervisor Glen Faulkner. Absent was Middletown Town Council Member Colleen Martin. The Middletown incumbents are running unopposed for another term this fall, with the exception of 18-year Council Member Sweeney, whose term runs through 2027. — Photo by Dan Flanagan
Delaware County Family Court Judge Gary Rosa sets up Middletown Town Council Member Robin Williams with some ice cream at the Democratic Soapbox Social on September 7 in Margaretville. At center is longtime Middletown Democratic Committee Member Mary McKeon. — Photo by Dan Flanagan
Janet Tweed has been a candidate for NYS Assembly in District 102 and has announced plans to again run that office in 2026. She offered brief remarks at Sunday’s Soapbox Social in Margaretville. — Photo by Dan Flanagan
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