“ I want these local Meetups because I feel John Edwards' message of hope for the middle class, commitment to bridging the economic gap in this country, and idealism are what our country is sorely lacking. ”

“ Activist working on Social and Economic Justice Issues, economic globalization and corporate power. Board Member of Unitarian Universalists for a Just Economic Community (UUJEC) and Chair of CIRCA (see link). Let's get David elected! ”

“ Interested in seeing what like minded folks there are about Central Ohio--watching the presidential candidates trying to out-faith each other with fascinated horror-- ”

“ I actually registered to vote back in 2000 because I liked John McCain, but have voted for Gore and Kerry for the last 2 Pres. Elections and voted Democrat the whole time. I do like Ron Paul on the Republican side but I am always drawn towards Obama. ”

“ The country we knew and loved is at great risk. David Robinson is the man to unseat Pat Tiberi for the 12th congressional district, and I want others to learn more about this candidate. ”

“ Go Dean! My husband and I created People-Powered Graphics to offer Dean for President printable graphics and resources to our fellow volunteers. http://dean2004.bmgbiz.net ”

“ It is critical to remove the Bush administration - they are destroying too many lives with their right wing economic and social programs. ”

“ I'm involved because I value the truth. I believe we need transparency in government, seperation of church and state, and that big business , if allowed to, will rape and pillage our country . I don't want America to become a fascist state , a plutocr ”

“ My wife Liz and I would like to help the Democratic party in the 2004 presidential campaign. We are especially interested in voter registration. Mitchell Snay ”

“ I am a longstanding Democrat and am willing to volunteer time to help the Kerry Campaign. ”

“ Carmen Cordova 4th grade teacher. ”

“ I am Marlene Talbott-Green, Ph.D. I have lived in Worthington, Ohio for 37 years, and am an exclusive Democrat. I am a Counselor/psychotherapist in private practice in Worthington for 25 years. I am a widow with three grown children, all Democrats ”

“ i'm connie everett & i've hosted the 2 meetups at scottie mcbean's. i'm looking forward to familiar faces & workers this month as well as new members--please bring along any information about other events or opportunities to help take back america! ”

“ Hello, I ran for state rep in 2002, lost to Hughes but gained a lot of experience. I am currently developing my freelance projects for this summer and want to be involved making Kerry our next President. My number is 614-265-VOTE Kenny Schweickart ”

“ I painted and constructed backbone artwork being displayed around the city at various progressive events. Also, I have been helping organize Communities Coming Together picnics at neigborhood parks and Meetups at Victorian's Midnight Cafe ”

“ Cultural Creatives Meetup people seek positive social growth in spirit of Cultural Creatives book. Click 'Are You a Cultural Creative' link above ”

“ New to the area on a job assignment. ”

“ Hi! I am looking forward to helping Kerry and his VP nominee take back the WH. We need to do more...we need to take back Congress and impeach the Supreme Court. Oh well I can dream ”

“ Whenever someone tells me that choosing a leader for this country does not matter, I think back to the time following September 11. I think about the opportunity we had to unify the world and make it a better place. ”

“ I'm a school administrator and lifelong Democrat. I'm working hard on my skills related to CIVIL political discourse--but it is tough. I'm thrilled about the Kerry/Edwards ticket and am doing everything I can here in Ohio to register voters! ”

“ Hello fellow Democrats! I am excited to be a part of the Meetup crew! I have been searching for way to campaign with fellow Democrats and this is it. We must unite this elections year because so much is depending on it. Thanks! ”

“ Just someone who acknowleges the necessity of getting rid of Bush. ”

“ I am the Common Cause/Ohio staff person. Our office is at 50 West Broad St., Suite 1705, Columbus, OH 43215. Our phone is 614 224-2497, Fax, 614 224-2774, email commoncauseoh@aol.com, website www.commoncause-ohio.org. ”