Page 10 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 Rizzo’s Hawaiian Luau Fundraiser draws large turnout of supporters By Neil Zolot O ver 200 people attended a Hawaiian-themed buffet for Councillor-at-Large, former Mayor and current Mayoral candidate Dan Rizzo at Casa Lucia, Friday, September 8. “I’m looking around the room seeing many familiar faces and I feel blessed,” he said. “Some of you are childhood friends. Some are friends I’ve met through politics or business, and you should be proud of the work you’ve done. When I become Mayor again, I’ll work as hard as I can to achieve a feeling of community. We’ll work for the people of Revere – not the outsiders – and take back the city we know and love. Being responsible to the people we serve is what government is all about.” He was introduced by State Representative Jeff Turco. “We all know Dan and what he stands for, which is why we are all here,” he said. “Over the next four years things will be tough. Tax revenues will be tight. We need someone with experience and he’s shown himself capable of managing a budget. We are in a position to win because of the work you’ve done, but we’re not at the fi nish line yet. The critical thing is to get out and vote. Vote early. It’s a ballot in the bank for Dan. We can’t go into Election Day without something in the bank. Let’s fi nish strong and go on to November,” a reference to the September 19 primary. Rizzo’s wife Jane thinks “it’s going great. We have a ton of supA packed Casa Lucia was fi lled with supporters for Dan Rizzo at his Hawaiian Lua fundraiser. port and volunteers. We’re excited to get Danny’s message out. A packed room full of guests are pictured above and below at Dan Rizzo's Lua. Lillian DeFilippo with host, Dan Rizzo, and Joann Giannino. From left, Joyce DiNuccio, Dan Rizzo, Michael DiLiegro, and John Maniscalco
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