This Saturday, Oct. 30, the grassroots organization
Moms for Kerry will be hosting simultaneous rallies in cities across the United States to support Kerry/Edwards. If you're not otherwise occupied with canvassing or GOTV activities on Saturday afternoon, attend a rally in your area!
The Moms for Kerry website has an updated list here of all the planned rallies. The website also has more information about the organization.
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From the Moms for Kerry website:
Bring your children * Bring your conscience * Bring your issues * Bring your vote * Bring your signs * Bring your voice
Come be a part of history. We will gather across this country at federal buildings and town squares, parks and plazas and city halls.
We will gather together, all of us moms united across this country on the same day at the exact same time to send a message of unity and support.
We will gather to show our commitment and dedication to elect john kerry as our next president -- for our children's futures and our nation's future. we will unite our hands and hearts for the future of America and our children.
Come. Join. Speak. Listen. Make a difference. Be a role model for your children. Take back your political power. Take a stand. Take back this country from the rich and powerful. Give our country back to all americans.
The rally isn't just for moms - all Kerry supporters are invited and encouraged to attend. Children are also welcome, and many locations also will have activities set up for the kids.
The majority of the rallies will take place in cities and towns across the country at 3:00pm EST. Depending on where you live, the time is adjusted so that all rallies are taking place at the same time. For example, my local Dallas rally is at 2:00pm CST at Dallas City Hall.
Events will vary by location. For example, in Dallas, Ann Richards has been invited, and confirmed speakers include Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson and Representative Terri Hodge, as well as other candidates for office. I have heard that some celebrities are scheduled in other locales. If I get confirmation of this, I will update to let you know.
Wear your Kerry gear, bring signs (homemade are great!) and bring the whole family! For more information, check out the Moms for Kerry website at www.momsforkerry.com.
UPDATE #1: I have confirmation from the founder of Moms for Kerry that Elizabeth Edwards is scheduled to appear at the rally in Columbus, Ohio.
UPDATE #2: Governor Rendell, Christie Brinkley and Lauren Hutton are scheduled to appear at the rally in Philadelphia!
If anyone has information on appearances at rallies in other cities, please post them to let others know!