Politics & Government
Jimmy Carter Appears In Seattle At County Exec's Luncheon
Former president Jimmy Carter made a surprise appearance at Dow Constantine's annual filing week luncheon on Tuesday.
SEATTLE, WA - Former president Jimmy Carter made a surprise appearance at King County Executive Dow Constantine's annual filing week luncheon on Tuesday. According to reports from the luncheon, Carter was greeted with a standing ovation. He told the crowd that he's in Seattle to do some work with the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.
Carter said he was in town for work with Gates Foundation. Gave brief remarks to standing ovation. pic.twitter.com/IgDN0zBO4k
— Jim Brunner (@Jim_Brunner) May 16, 2017
BREAKING: Former President Jimmy Carter makes surprise appearance at Dow Constantine's annual luncheon. pic.twitter.com/IDhiZg98uk
— Jeff Pohjola (@JeffPohjola) May 16, 2017
Constantine's annual luncheon is a fundraiser for his campaign, and was held this year at the Westin in downtown Seattle. Democratic National Committee Chair Tom Perez was also scheduled to attend the event.
Image via Alex Sanz/Associated Press
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