Although I cannot claim attendance at a large number of campaign events, I can say that Mike Huckabee's "Huck and Chuck" event tonight did not feel like an ordinary rally. Upon first walking in, the first surprise was the number of young people present. Apparently Republican events (or maybe just those of Huckabee) are a family affair.
The event also felt very much like a concert, with people packed to the front by the stage and a live band playing jazz (and even some zydeco). For a while there, I did forget I was at a political rally and just danced around enjoying the music.
I snapped back to reality quick enough when Huckabee started tossing around his campaign platform with his humor. He offered advice to his supporters, asking them to encourage undecided voters to caucus in his favor and jokingly added that if they decided to vote against him, his supporters have an obligation to make sure those people stay at home on caucus night.
The issues that Governor Huckabee wedged between quick wit involved his fair tax plan, views on members of the LGBT community, need for veterans benefits, and desire to build up the military to a strength level that will scare off potential threats.
In a way very reminiscent of Clinton with his saxophone, Huckabee took the stage with his bass and played a couple of songs on the set, including "Sweet Home Alabama."
One announcement while we were there touted an attendance of over 2000 people. In closing, Huckabee asked, "Who says Republicans don't know how to party?!" Well, I never said it - especially since Louisiana's conservatives manage pretty good parties - Huckabee certainly impressed me with his ability to get a crowd excited about his message and his messenger.
Naturally, some of the people at the event were there because of the "Chuck Factor." Chuck Norris has most certainly done a lot for the image and popularity of Huckabee, since the first Chuck Huck Facts video.
I'll admit it - I was quite excited to have met and taken a photo with Walker Texas Ranger.
All in all, the Huck and Chuck event was fun and informative. Can't wait for tomorrow.
VIDEO FROM HUCK AND CHUCK:
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