“ We have to get this candidate elected! Let's all join forces and assure that she makes a public appearance in Birmingham before the Primary! ”

“ I am a transplanted Californian liberal stifling in Alabama and longing to meet others who are not conservative fundamentalist types! We have to get a Democrat in the White House! ”

“ Hillary Clinton is the only candidate in either party that has both the passion and ability to turn our country around.She hasn't wavered since her college days where social issues are concerned. Call, 601-720-1262, for a Hillary MeetUp ”

“ If we do not come together toward the center, the extremist, fundamentalist in our current politics will win. We have this one chance to send a message to the right and left wing-nuts. We are the party of the people...The Majority we are The middle ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I feel like an alien on a strange planet....that is, i'm adrift in a sea of red while my heart and mind are mostly blue--with a tinge of purple! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am a strong democrat from generations before me. I want to support working families and work to build a stronger union. My husband is with the IUPAT organization and we believe in the stand we are making. ”

“ I'd like to meet other democrats in this area. As a transplant who is neither a Southerner or a baptist--I feel stifled living here. ”

“ I have high hopes for Hillary. Let's lick stamps together and get this woman elected. ”

“ I'm a very blue girl, in a very red state, looking for like minds with whom to rejoice in Karl Rove's impending downfall! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I care about a free society. ”

“ I had done some leathercraft in the past (many years ago), but would like to get back into doing it. I just don't remember exactly what to do. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to know more about Hillary Clinton and other possible democratic candidates running for the presidential election in 2008. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am interested in meeting progressive people who want to change this country's direction. ”

“ I want desperatley to bring more positive change to AL, but I feel so isolated and ineffectual in such a conservative state. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm trying to turn my red, red state blue. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i want to end NCLB. www.educatorroundtable.org ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i like to learn things ”

“ Way to go America. At least some people woke up. Get'em Nancy. ”

“ I believe freedom comes with responsibility. Here sir, the people govern." Alexander Hamilton "If a nation expects to be ignorant - and free - in a state of civilization, it expects what never was and never will be." Thomas Jefferson ”

“ I first heard of meetups when I lived in Atlanta and it is a great way to boost your social life. You could meet new friends, good dates, invites to parties, and I have even heard of people getting jobs. You never know who you can meet. ”

“ I want local Democratic Party Meetups because I want my two children, and their millions of counterparts, to have a world to look forward to. Because the Democratic ideals and party that I embrace have fled Alabama. Because--insert almost any word. ”

“ Meet other local Democrats at left in alabama dot com ”

“ I am the organizer for the Huntsville Democracy for America Meetup Group. ”

“ I met the Governor in 1994, and I began working for him in 1999 as his IT Consultant. In 2000, I assumed the role of Deputy Director, Alabama Office of Information Technology. I enjoyed every minute and I'm proud to say I worked for this great man! ”

“ hi. i am a 15, almost 16, year old democrat who hates to see this republican theif in office. i will do anything and everything i can to help kerry win. ”

“ I am a 59 year old Vietnam vet retired after 30 years with MaBell. Current activities are model trains, home maint. and support of my wife who is an freelance teacher. We are long term Democrats, members of ACLU, supporters of PP, SPLC, HH, etc. ”

“ Well i was a huge Gephardt supporter, but needless to say theres no more Gephsrdt in the race. So i throw to my 2nd choice Kerry andI hope he will at least have a place for Gephardt in his staff. ”

“ My name is Alex Davies. I am a student of Political Science at the University of Montevallo. Also, I am an human rights activist with Amnesty International. ”

“ Proud to be a Democrat!!!!!!!!! ”

“ My name is Valencia Vann and I reside in Birmingham, AL. I am a college-educated, black, female who was very upset with the current election outcome. I am strongly in favor of the Democratic party in regard to their views of the economy, global war on te ”

“ This will be my first meet-up. Few of my friends are interested in politics, so I'm anxious to meet other Kerry "enthusiasts". I want to help get a change in the White House! ”

“ Hello, my name is Lori Dunn. I reside in Birmingham, Alabama and I am a die-hard Democrat. I am very interested in this election because of the stolen election in Flordia 4 years ago. We must GO, FIGHT, AND WIN this election or we are doomed. ”

“ American Russian speaker looking for some friends interested in Russia/Ukraine. ”

“ jim and kay vinson, english village 58 and 55 years old. ”

“ http://www.hennab.com ”

“ My brother is going to be living in Bolivia for the next two years with the peace corps. I want to be able to speak spanish well enough to get around when I go visit him! ”

“ I participated in the last Pro-Choice March in D.C. It was a wonderful experience. ”

“ Looking for NO CARB diet- no Cheney Ashcroft Rummy BUSH! Thanks to whoever was clever enough to think this up! I'm a 50 yr old mom sitting on a 17 yr old draft bait. ”

“ Well, I've met a few of the local BookCrossers at past events, and I'm looking forward to reconnecting with the group. ”