“ Hi, I've been in New England for 10+ yrs and I'm looking for some fun people to do some right-brained things with. Maybe even a few left-brained things! Hope to meet you! ”

“ Hello, My name is Andrew Harrington. I'm 18 years old, and from Manchester, CT. I'm interested in grouping with and meeting people who share similar interests with me. I'm gay and I'm 18 years old. I'm all for Obama. ”

“ I am a member of the Leominster School Committee..representing Ward 2A-B-C...I want to get a City Wide DemocraticCommittee started...my phone number is 978-537-6076.........ronnie.houle@umassmed.edu ”

“ I recently took early retirement and am wondering "What next?" Who knows? I may have to find a new job if my money gets tight. (Doesn't look too good right now.) In the meantime there are so many things to do and try. Sweeter when done with others. ”

“ I'm a 30-something black woman with a good life in the burbs. I'm a food & wine enthusiast, news junkie, staunch dem, golf hacker, culture explorer, avid traveler. And, if you know of a good book or new technology, I want to know about it too. ”

“ Happily married Mom of an 18 year old son, one lovable mutt and 3 cats, love sushi, believe in the Democratic Party, just starting to work out at the YMCA again, work full time and also love to travel. ”

“ I want local Writers Meetups because I'm a writer. ”

“ Hi, My name is Terry and it has been a while since I have been actively involved in politics but I believe in Kerry strongly and want to help. I have experience in Massachusetts and DC politics. Look forward to meeting all. ”

“ Hello, I am a union Representive for SEIU Local 2020 living in Lincoln, RI. ”

“ Since it's been off the air for a while now, most people have forgotten about the X-Files. It would be so cool to meet others who are still into it. ”

“ I was a little involved in the Dean meetups a few years ago in Blacksburg, VA. They were fun, so I may get involved in the newer meetups. ”

“ I am organizing the Middletown Straw Poll on Jan 26, 2008 in Middletown,CT. Footage and results of the 2004 event were broadcast by the local network affiliates, as well as in print and radio media. Please see middletownstrawpoll.com for more info. ”

“ Hey. Would love to help out and meet other Dems. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm looking for people who are also dealing with this issue. ”

“ Would like to see Democrats return to reality and promote candidates with leadership qualities that support our working families. Where's the common sense? ”

“ I was sick for the March meetup. I was late to the April meetup (and they told me it was Thursday!). See you in May? I'm a computer consultant and active in several other organiztions. I went to the Kerry Dinner 4/13. I'll be marching in DC 4/25. ”

“ My husband and I come from conservative Republican families, but John Kennedy changed our politics. We were moderately active with the antiwar movement during the Vietnam war and canvassed for McGovern. Only local political activities since then. ”

“ Am from Westboro, am on list for duNortheast. ”

“ I am a Worcester area artist and yoga instructor and am thrilled that people in our area are interested in creating change for the better. ”

“ I am a seventeen year old male from Sterling. I would consider myself well informed and am looking for a more organized forum to express my views. ”

“ I am Kirk and I am looking for a local democrat group so I can help the democrats, locally, win again. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because we're new to the area and interested in meeting like minded individuals to go out with. Love classic rock, a club with an acoustic setting, happy hours, international cuisine, liberal political groups, etc... ”

“ Earthy, sincere, expressive, observant listener. Feelings are me. I make my way in the world by checking in with my felt-sense of things & proceeding from there. I love listening to morning bird song & watching the colors change as the sun rises. ”

“ Chair, Leicester Democratic Party Committee. I also volunteer in Leicester on the Leicester Finance Advisory Board. Visit me at www.jimgon.com. ”

“ I am ready and eager to get involved. Currently signed up for the Gabrielli campaign and looking forward to getting active whenever I can. ”

“ Hello. I'm new to Worcester and am interested in becoming involved in state and local party activities. I was a delegate to the Texas Democratic Convention in 2004. I'd like to attend the national convention in 2008. ”

“ I'm a progressive democrat willing to work hard to get and keep the right candidates local to Worcester and Massachusetts in office. By "right" I mean folks like Jim McGovern and Ed Augustus, who will work for a progressive agenda while in office. ”