“ Does this group actually exist. I showed up for the last meeting and found myself all alone. Is anyone planning to attend the meeting on 1/8/08? Joe Sweet A new Dem in Naples ”

“ Hello, I am a 35-yr old professional female and sick to death of Bush's Blunders. We need firm change, let's get to it! ”

“ We can't afford another 4 years of this! ”

“ To be honest, I'm a Dean guy at the moment, but Kerry is my second choice, and I'll certainly support whoever wins the nomination against Bush. Thought I'd stop by and see what you guys were about. ”

“ Greetings! I am a life long Democrat, and I live in Saunderstown, RI. I am looking forward to meeting other Democrats at our Meetup. If you are not signed up, please do so we need your support!!! ”

“ I'm a teacher at Brown. I plan to support whoever wins the Democratic nomination, but I think civil debate and the publicity it generates is great for the party. Edwards and his wife are terrific campaigners! The more we see of them the better! ”

“ Rhode Island Howard Dean fans check out www.rifordean.org ”

“ I got a chance to witness the Governor in action at the Massachusetts State House. I was among a group lobbying against changes to Head Start, adn the Governor gave a rousing but brief speech. He's the man ”

“ New arrival to RI. New job; same slashdot. ”

“ 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. ”

“ I'm 24 years old. Originally from Cranston, RI. I'm living in Richmond, VA on a temporary basis. Look forward to helping as much as I can from below the Mason Dixon Line! ”

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

“ I moved to Providence this year for work. I'm using PHP for intranet systems in connection with publishing technology. ”

“ Meghan McBurney here, Pawtucket resident, on the Exec Board (Treasurer) of the Pawt. Dem City Committee. I am also a member of the Board of Directors for the RI Young Democrats and was elected as their Treasurer and will serve through Fall of '07. ”

“ Hi! I am a masters in public health student at Brown and I am interested in learning more about your group... ”

“ i'm really happy to see the rise of the Religious Left!! imagine the possibilities... ”

“ We could all use a change in the Whitehouse and Congress. Our democracy has been compromised by the corruption of power bred with candidates and incumbents beholden to corporate, elite and special interests who have forgotten about people. ”

“ I am a former organizer on the Dean for America Campaign in New Hampshire. ”

“ I want local Gay Rights Meetups because i believe they should have the same rights as all of us and i want to help them in their fight. ”

“ Hi, I am sorry I will be unable to attend on Tuesday. I work in New Bedford at St. Luke's Hospital. I don't get out og work until 7pm. By the time I would make to Providece, I'm afraid I would be too late. ”