A group of nearly 50 young-adults gathered with donations to support the 33-year old Congressional candidate.

The George Demos for Congress Host Committee included Justin Bozonelis, Keke Kyriakopoulos, Zina Spezakis, Dr. George Carayannopoulos, Dr. Michael Plakogiannis, Tassos Recachinas, George Soterakis, Christina Tsesmelis, Sophie Vassilaras and Alexi Yannas. “This is the second fundraiser that we have organized for George targeted at the Greek-American young professional community in New York and, once again, we have a considerable host committee and room filled with attendees all excited to support him. It’s a strong and encouraging testament to how our community views George and our shared belief in him as leader,” remarked close friend to George Demos and Host Committee member Justin Bozonelis in his introductory speech.

George Demos earned his BA from Columbia University and law degree from Fordham University where he served on the Environmental Law Journal. He holds very strong ties to both the Greek-American and Greek-Orthodox communities, having served as an altar boy at the Archdiocesan Cathedral of the Holy Trinity. He is also a member of Kimisis Tis Theotokou in Southampton, was recently appointed to serve on the Archdiocesan Council by Archbishop Demetrios and is also a member of Leadership 100, the major endowment fund operated in support of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese.

Attendees enjoyed a social atmosphere marked by refreshments and music as a prelude to George addressing his guests with an update on how the effort has progressed. “Our campaign has received tremendous support and with your continued support we are well positioned to win and become New York's first ever Greek American Congressman,” said George in his speech. He reaffirmed his platform, including strong opposition to tax increases and creative initiatives to counter to wasteful pork barrel spending. The floor then opened for a Q&A session where supporters could voice their input directly to the candidate. Questions posed related to healthcare, the upcoming primary and specific plans to re-engineer local economic growth. “I have spent my career fighting corporate fraud as an SEC Attorney and I want to take that same fight to Washington to fight the corruption and reckless spending that is bankrupting out nation,” continued George Demos.

The fundraiser exceeded its financial expectations. “I cannot tell you how grateful I am for all of your support. It means everything to me,” he concluded.

Information on George Demos’ 2010 campaign can be found at
www.georgedemos.com