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Anyone going to Netroots Nation?

by: Jeff Gardner

Thu May 29, 2008 at 12:03:31 AM EDT

Come on New Jersey. You're not going to let those dirty hippie New Yorkers beat us, are you? Vote for Jeff. Promoted from the diaries -- Juan

Update (Juan): They called you "swamp rats". Are you going to take that? Jeff is only behind by one vote. So vote!

If you've never heard of Netroots Nation, let me tell you about it. Formerly known as "YearlyKos," it's an annual convention begun in 2006, that brings together progressive bloggers and online activists from around the country. This year, the event takes place in Austin, TX in July, and promises to be better than ever:

The third annual gathering of the Netroots community will include panels and caucuses led by national and international experts; prominent political, issue and policy-oriented speakers; a progressive film screening series and the most concentrated gathering of high-profile progressive bloggers to date.

So, why am I telling you this?

Well, Democracy for America is offering scholarships to send nine lucky individuals from across the county to this year's Netroots Nation in Austin, TX, and I applied.

DFA is considering the level of grassroots support for each applicant in making its selection, so now, I'm writing to ask for support from the Blue Jersey community to help me get to Austin! You can help me with little more than a click on this link.

Thanks - your support would mean a lot to me!
:)

Jeff Gardner :: Anyone going to Netroots Nation?

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Anyone going to Netroots Nation? | 11 comments

I'm going (4.00 / 1)

...and I'd be happy to help you get one of those scholarships.

Melina and I will be at the NY/NJ/CT caucus. I don't know what else, since the Powers that Be refused to add our two suggested panels to the schedule. :(

by: brilliantatbreakfast @ Thu May 29, 2008 at 12:18:36 PM UTC

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Many thanks (0.00 / 0)

I'm hoping we get NJ well-represented.

by: Jeff Gardner @ Thu May 29, 2008 at 12:34:54 PM UTC

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And more... (0.00 / 0)

Doing my part:

http://brilliantatbreakfast.bl...

by: brilliantatbreakfast @ Thu May 29, 2008 at 13:24:23 PM UTC

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Wow (0.00 / 0)

You are too kind. Thank you again.

by: Jeff Gardner @ Thu May 29, 2008 at 13:53:09 PM UTC

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are you on a panel? (0.00 / 0)

inquiring minds want to know.

activist for hire.

by: Jay Lassiter @ Thu May 29, 2008 at 19:20:34 PM UTC

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It's a possibility (0.00 / 0)

stay tuned.

by: Jeff Gardner @ Fri May 30, 2008 at 14:08:01 PM UTC

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I'll send you a dollar (0.00 / 0)

I was going to vote for you - actually, the button says "nominate" you - but then it wanted me to fill out a stupid form and I'm already getting enough spam from DFA.

But, if you're interested, I can give you directions to a great B&B run by a massage therapist down there. Fantastic place - and the bluebonnets should be in bloom.

by: Thurman Hart @ Thu May 29, 2008 at 18:57:17 PM UTC

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are the massages included in the price? (0.00 / 0)

I guess that would make it a B&B&M.

I am in the same boat as Thurman with regards to spam from DFA. If it comes down to the wire and my vote represents the difference between winning and losing, call me and I will go through the process of voting for you.

by: Bertin Lefkovic @ Thu May 29, 2008 at 22:30:15 PM UTC

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Oh, come on and vote... (4.00 / 2)

If you're already getting tons of 'spam' from DFA -- we in the business like to call it 'vital outreach' :) -- that means you're already on their list. So while voting for the esteemed Mr. Gardner won't get you off their list, it certainly won't put you on another one.

Just click on "Add your support" under "Grassroots Supporters" below the big "Nominate This Person" button. (They sure could have made this form less confusing...)

by: Scott Shields @ Thu May 29, 2008 at 23:42:37 PM UTC

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I hope to go (0.00 / 0)

Cost is an issue I'll have to work out, but there's a better than even chance I'll be there.

by: Dvd Avins @ Fri May 30, 2008 at 03:38:40 AM UTC

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That will be great (0.00 / 0)