Republican presidential candidate and Texas Congressman Ron Paul's campaign drew over 150 individuals to its Detroit office grand opening on Saturday. The office, at 18981 Telegraph Road, was open from 11am to 7pm, and drew a mixture of area volunteers participating in a "Ron Paul Holiday Walk-Off," or canvassing effort, supporters throughout Wayne County, and local undecided voters.
At 5pm, approximately 50 supporters lined the intersection of Seven Mile and Telegraph Roads for a rally and sign-waving.
"We are very encouraged by today's turnout," said Paul state coordinator Leslie Roszman. "Supporters dropped by to pick up hundreds of signs and thousands of flyers, and they are taking to the streets of Detroit, spreading Dr. Paul's message of freedom, peace, and prosperity. No other campaign is this active in Detroit, and we hope to turn that support into votes on January 15."
The Detroit office is the second Ron Paul 2008 campaign office to open in Michigan. On Thursday, the Flint office opening at G-3068 Miller Road drew over 50 supporters from 4-7pm.
The Ron Paul 2008 Michigan campaign has over 10,000 volunteers statewide.
Michigan's 2008 presidential primary will be held on January 15.