Politics & Government

Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack Speaking at Banning Event, Public Welcome

Bono Mack's district has been extended to cover the San Gorgonio Pass, due to redistricting that began after the 2010 census and becomes effective this election season.

Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack, R-Palm Springs, will be speaking at an upcoming event in Banning, and all are welcome to attend.

Bono Mack is scheduled to speak to the San Gorgonio Pass Republican Women Federated meeting on Wednesday, May 23, at 10 a.m., according to Susan Scherwerts, the organization's president.

So far, Scherwerts says 75-80 people are expected.

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The event costs $16 to cover lunch, tax and tip.  Reservations are required.

It's being held at at the Elegant Affair, 182 W. Ramsey, in Banning.  If you'd like to attend the meeting, call Pat Corrall at 951-769-0957.

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Prior to redistricting, which happened after the 2010 census data rolled in, Bono Mack's district consisted mainly of the Coachella Valley and south Hemet areas, as the 45th district.  Now, she's campaigning to keep her seat in the newly re-drawn 36th district, against Dr. Raul Ruiz.

Bono Mack was first elected in 1998.


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