Not a real diary, but an important announcement. Are you in New York City? Do you want the DNC to include your ideas in the Democratic platform? Can you write quickly?
A friend just sent me this:
Obama 2008, the DNC and the New York Democratic Lawyers Council invite YOU to help write the Democratic Party's Platform
July 24, 2008
Join us and help write the next chapter in the history of the Democratic Party.
To develop this year's Democratic Platform, the Obama campaign together with the Democratic National Committee is reaching out to people all across the country to talk about which issues are most important to them and what should be at the heart of the Democratic platform for change.
Join us next week as we come together to focus on issues of human right, civil rights and governance.
Open Platform Meeting - Voting Rights, Human Rights, Civil Justice
July 29, 6:30-9:00PM (Tomorrow!)
1301 Avenue of the Americas
Open Platform Meeting - Regulatory Affairs, Separation of Powers & Rule of Law
July 30, 6:30-9:00PM (Wednesday!)
1285 Avenue of the Americas
To guarantee your spot, respond to rsvp@nydlc.org with your name, contact number and whether you will be attending the first, second, or both sessions.
This is your chance to share your views, ideas, and suggestions or come listen to what your fellow New Yorkers feel is important to them and this country. The results will be incorporated into the formal process that culminates in the adoption of the platform at the Democratic National Convention in August.
Should you wish to present remarks or policy proposals (ie, "testimony"), we ask you to limit your presentation to 3 minutes and to submit your contribution in advance to rsvp@nydlc.orgbe sure to include your name, address, telephone number and whether you will be attending the first, second, or both sessions.; All submissions will kept and considered for the final transmission to the campaign.
Can't make it? You may also submit your contribution if you cannot attend by emailing rsvp@nydlc.org.
The New York Democratic Lawyers Council is a coalition of lawyers and others dedicated to fostering universal participation and trust in the electoral process by ensuring that: - All eligible persons can register to vote easily - All registered voters are able to vote simply, fairly, and without intimidation, and - All votes are counted and all voting systems are open and reliable.
Time for a field trip to Manhattan!