Hello everyone - My name is Erik and I have been meaning to do this for about 2 years now but I just never made the time to do so - since I started grad school I figured that I did not want to devote time to anything other than my studies but at this point, I am over school and I graduate in about 4 months - so why not get started right?
I am at GSU (Georgia State University), working on a MSW (Masters in Social Work) with a concentration in Community Organizing, Development, and Planning. Like I said, I am about 4 months from graduation and ready to hit the real world soon.
My main goal is to enter politics and run for State or Federal office some day. I am a Northern Liberal toughing it out in a red state and just hoping to make a difference where I can!
I have been active in politics since the disaster election of 2000 but I have never really devoted true time or effort to any one cause or candidate but I made the decision to jump in after losing my job in March of 2009 - done with the corporate world and ready to do something that makes me happy and promotes the greater good....
I'm not exactly sure what to write about or where to start or even what my voice is so suggestions and help are much needed and encouraged. I am passionate about many issues, outspoken, and ready to take on the important work that adding diaries to DailyKos requires. Please bear with me as I work through finding a style and voice - at the moment it's just me and my daschund, Lulu, hanging out on the porch and planning out 2012.
Thanks for reading and I think that I just might sign up for that lifetime subscription tomorrow.....
Erik