WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Monday, August 25, Congressman Eugene Vindman (Va.-07) spent the day in Gordonsville, Virginia, engaging with local business owners, meeting with town leadership, and touring an Orange County public school.
Vindman participated in a tour of Horton Vineyards, visited small businesses in Gordonsville with the Mayor and Town Manager, discussed the impact that tariffs have had on imports at Patch Brewing Company, and spoke with Superintendent Hornick at Gordon-Barbour Elementary School about the importance of funding for public education.
“From exploring our local wineries, to recognizing the small businesses that keep our towns thriving, to reaffirming the need for strong federal support for public schools — together, we are strengthening the pillars of our community and future,” said Vindman. “I’m grateful for the opportunity to speak with our neighbors in Gordonsville and honored to advocate for their priorities through my work in Congress.”
PHOTOS: Meeting with Orange County Public Schools Superintendent and Students
Vindman joined Superintendent Dr. Hornick at Gordon-Barbour Elementary School to emphasize the critical role of federal funding in supporting Orange County Public Schools.
During his visit, he visited several K‑5 classrooms and engaged students in discussions about the three branches of government and the importance of civic participation — including the power and responsibility of voting.
PHOTOS: Walk Through the Town of Gordonsville with Mayor Brooks and Town Manager Schienshang
Vindman met with Mayor Brooks and Town Manager Schienshang of Gordonsville to walk through the town and stop by local businesses. During the visit, Vindman emphasized the vital role that small businesses play in shaping Gordonsville as a growing tourist destination and keeping Virginia’s economy diverse and thriving.
PHOTOS: Touring Horton Vineyards
Next, Vindman joined Shannon Horton, owner of Horton Vineyards, for a tour of her second-generation operation. During the visit, he toured the property and discussed opportunities to grow Virginia’s wine industry and support local agribusinesses.
He also learned about the family’s deep roots in the Virginia wine scene — Horton Vineyards was the first in the state to introduce Viognier in the early 1990s, helping put Virginia wines on the national map.
PHOTOS: Visiting Patch Brewing Company
To end the day, Vindman stopped by Patch Brewing Company, a popular Gordonsville staple.
Vindman spoke with Jon Craig — the co-founder and owner of Patch Brewing Company — about the growth of the craft drink industry. They also discussed the impacts that the Trump Administration tariffs have had on the import of the grains used in Patch’s production.
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