On February 25, 2008, Mr. Nowak met in Covington with a robust and enthused group of Democrats at the Newton County Democratic Committee meeting. There were many members present who announced they were candidates running for county and municipal public offices.

The members present became excited about Mr. Nowak vision for American. Mr. Nowak also learned that healthcare, education, transportation, energy, jobs, the environment, immigration, and the economy were important issues in the county. The war is also universally unpopular. In addition, Mr. Nowak was informed, in the opinion of most of the individuals present, Representative Marshall is not a true Democrat, does not carry the Democratic Banner, and shows almost no interest for the residents of that community.