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Netroots Nation 2012: You set the agenda
As chairman of the board of directors of Netroots Nation, I'm excited. Because this is the part of the process I enjoy most (other than the conference itself): watching your proposals come in to...
View ArticleWhat is Netroots Nation?
If you haven’t been hanging around Daily Kos for that long, you may begin to wonder, “What is this Netroots Nation that keeps getting mentioned in Cheers and Jeers, Open Thread, etc.? Is it like The...
View ArticleNetroots Nation submissions due Jan 31!
If you watched the State of the Union last night, you heard President Obama address numerous problems being faced by our country—and propose solutions for many of them. From manufacturing and job...
View Article2nd Annual Netroots Nation "Grab a Booth" Contest Begins!
Would your nonprofit or small business like a free booth in the 2012 Netroots Nation Community and Exhibit Hall in Providence? Then enter the Netroots Nation "Grab a Booth"contest!
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Keeping it local at NN12 (lefty tourism microguide #2)
So, you're heading off to NN12? Or still up in the air? Or maybe just planning on passing through Providence sometime soon? And you want your left behind dollars to stay a little closer to where you...
View ArticleThe NN12 Panel Process
As notifications for the first round NN12 panel selection have trickled out over the past few weeks, we’ve gotten questions about how the whole process of selecting panels actually works. Hi, I’m...
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Netroots Nation 2012: Scholarship opportunities
Hey, gang. Wanted to let you know that there remain several ways you can get a scholarship to Netroots Nation and join us in Providence this June. Most scholarships include registration and hotel, and...
View ArticleAnnouncing the NN12 Agenda!
After a two-month long process of scoring and discussing (and more scoring and discussing), we are thrilled to announce our 2012 agenda! Our final list of 70 panels includes some timely topics like...
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Netroots Nation 2012: Thursday Night's Speakers
Our executive director Raven Brooks just announced, via email: Thursday night's opening keynote will be headlined by New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman, who's been leading the charge in his...
View ArticleQuestions about Netroots Nation?
Do you have questions about Netroots Nation? Now's the time to be heard! Netroots Naiton staff will be hosting a 'Spreecast', a live online chat, starting in just about 30 minutes - at noon Pacific or...
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Elizabeth Warren is coming back to Netroots Nation
I've known about this for a bit, and I'm glad we can finally announce it. Via email: Some of 2012's most exciting races involve strong, progressive women who are leading the national conversation on...
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NN12: Stand Your Ground Against Injustice
ICYMTERJS (In case you missed the email Raven just sent): Troy Davis. Oscar Grant. Trayvon Martin. Police brutality at Occupy encampments around the country. You've seen all this and more in the news...
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Netroots Nation 2012: We need your feedback
Our biggest conference ever. Thank you all so much. We each have our own memories of Netroots Nation 2012. I actually didn't get to many of the panels, and my conference was mostly spent in the...
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NN12: Chairman's Pub Quiz recap
You should've realized that this year's quiz would have something to do with last year's; hell, I even put the word "revenge" in its title. The only question was how far I'd go. Thirty-two teams....
View ArticleA photographer's perspective of Netroots Nation, PHOTOBLOG Part 1 -- Let's...
Energized for the work ahead [Note: this post is from my wife, Anne C. Savage who worked as a staff photographer at the Netroots Nation conference in Providence, RI last week.] This was my first year...
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Netroots For The Troops® - Why We Do What We Do
I received this from Lance Cpl Adam Buck's dad the other day. You know him as LCaseRussell here on Daily Kos. Tony, I will forward your request. So far, only Facebook has the pictures. I do know that...
View ArticleLive from Charlotte with DFA
Several members of the Netroots Nation team have arrived on the ground here in Charlotte for the Democratic National Convention. But we're not credentialed attendees, we're working this wee at The...
View ArticleIf You Donate to the Netroots Nation Auction, Obama Will Gain Another Point...
Well, okay, not really, I’m not one to make crazy claims like a certain pundit * cough * Dick Morris * cough *. Instead I’m here to talk about a great community effort – the Netroots Nation Fall...
View ArticleNetroots Nation Auction: Who is that Dude in the Photo? (update)
THIS JUST ADDED: Coffee with Howard Dean! The Netroots Nation auction, oh it's on! The action started yesterday and we've got some very cool items up for bid. Right now we're up to 79 items in the...
View ArticleNetroots Nation Holiday Bazaar - Calling all Crafters, Artisans, etc
It’s time for the 4th annual Netroots Nation Holiday Bazaar (see a preview of some of this year's items below.) This year it will be held from Friday, November 30th through Tuesday, December 4th. And...
View ArticleSponsor a Walmart striker this Friday
Protests by Walmart workers and their allies have been brewing across the country over the last few weeks. And the big action will be this Friday. Walmart warehouse workers are striking over working...
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Get ready for the shopping event of the season
Black Friday? Bah. Cyber Monday? Hype. The real beginning of the holiday shopping season begins this Friday, November 30. What happens then? The Netroots Nation Holiday Bazaar happens then! From this...
View ArticleNetroots Nation Holiday Bazaar is Now Open!
And….it’s here! Our annual Netroots Nation Holiday Bazaar has begun. This popular auction highlights the talented folks in our community by giving you the opportunity to bid on dozens of handcrafted...
View ArticleNetroots Nation Holiday Bazaar - Shopping for the Holidays (and you)
The Netroots Nation Holiday Bazaar, ends this Tuesday. With 91 for bid, now is the time to do a little shopping for friends and family. Or treat yourself to one of the hand-crafted items or...
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Netroots Nation 2013: Help Set Our Agenda
As chairman of the board of directors of Netroots Nation, I'm excited. Because this is where the fun really starts: watching your proposals come in to create our conference agenda, ultimately filling...
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Netroots Nation 2013: Panel Proposals Due Soon!
[This diary is a re-post, but I don't know of another way to say this. Please spread the word.] As chairman of the board of directors of Netroots Nation, I'm excited. Because this is where the fun...
View ArticleWin a Free Exhibit Hall Booth at Netroots Nation!
Would your nonprofit or small business like a free booth in the 2013 Netroots Nation Community and Exhibit Hall in San Jose, CA? Then enter the Netroots Nation "Grab a Booth" contest!
View ArticleGet a Free Booth at Netroots Nation! Contest Entry Deadline Monday, 2/25
Would your nonprofit or small business like a free booth in the 2013 Netroots Nation Community and Exhibit Hall in San Jose, CA? Then enter the Netroots Nation "Grab a Booth" contest!
View ArticleApply for a Netroots Nation scholarship!
I hope you’re making plans to attend Netroots Nation this June 20–23 in San Jose. You won’t want to miss it—we’re expecting our largest crowd ever and are expanding our program in anticipation of our...
View ArticleAnnouncing the NN13 Agenda!
After a two-month long process of reading, scoring and discussing, we are thrilled to announce our 2013 agenda. And this year, we’ve expanded our offerings to include and additional 10 trainings and 10...
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DFA Wants to Send You to Netroots!
The progressive movement isn’t about the bright lights and TV cameras, it’s about community. That’s what grassroots organizing is all about, and Netroots Nation is where it all comes together. If...
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Netroots Nation '13 as seen through my iPhone
I live in San Diego so it was really nice being able to drive up to Netroots Nation this year. I have friends in the Bay Area and I was looking forward to being able to get up there a few days early...
View ArticleDonate Items Today to the Netroots Nation Annual Auction! (and sneak preview)
Yes indeed, the Netroots Nation annual auction opens Thursday, August 15, and is sure to include lots of items that y'all have come to love about this auction - political and entertainment...
View ArticleThe Netroots Nation Annual Auction Has Begun!
The Netroots Nation auction, oh it's on! The action started this morning and we've got some very cool items up for bid. Right now we're up to 75 items in the auction with more coming in very soon....
View ArticleKitten on a Turtle - and other things you'll see in the Netroots Nation auction
The popular Netroots Nation auction continues until tomorrow night! And man, oh man did some great items come in this weekend. So let's take a look at a few of them.And remember, all proceeds allow the...
View ArticleNetroots Nation Holiday Bazaar Starts Next Week (w/ sneak preview) - Donate...
It’s time for the 5th annual Netroots Nation Holiday Bazaar (see a preview of some of this year's items below.) This year it will be held from Thursday, December 5th through Tuesday, December 9th. And...
View ArticleNetroots Nation Holiday Bazaar Starts Tomorrow - Still Time to Donate (and...
It’s time for the 5th annual Netroots Nation Holiday Bazaar (see a preview of some of this year's items below.) This year it will be held from Thursday, December 5th through Tuesday, December 9th. Hey...
View ArticleNetroots Nation Holiday Bazaar Ends at 10 PM ET Tonight. New Item: Co-host...
Okay folks, there are only a few more hours left in the Netroots Nation Holiday Bazaar. We've got 76 great items up for bid. But it all ends at 10:00 PM ET time tonight, so get those bids in now.Let's...
View ArticleLast Day for 2014 Netroots Nation Discounted Holiday Registration Rate
Do you have a fellow political activist in your family? Or a friend or colleague who would love to learn new skills and connect with other passionate organizers?Did you answer yes to any of these...
View ArticleComing Monday: Netroots Nation Booth Contest!
Would your nonprofit or small business like a free booth in the 2014 Netroots Nation Town Square (aka Exhibit Hall) in Detroit, MI? Then enter the Netroots Nation “Grab a Booth” contest!
View ArticleWould your Org or Small Company Like a Free Booth at Netroots Nation?
In an effort to bring in new community organizations that might have fewer resources, Netroots Nation is once again holding our "Grab a Booth" contest in which we will offer six free booths in this...
View ArticleWould Your Org or Small Biz Like a Booth at Netroots Nation? Contest to Enter...
In an effort to bring in new community organizations that might have fewer resources, Netroots Nation is once again holding our "Grab a Booth" contest in which we will offer six free booths in this...
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Connect! Unite! Act! Boston & DC Meet-up Info! RSVP NN14 Cheers & Jeers...
A daily series, Connect! Unite! Act! seeks to create face-to-face networks in each congressional district. Groups regularly socialize but also get out the vote, support candidates and engage in other...
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Netroots Nation announces its panel line-up & it is spectacular! Here's how...
Don't miss it!The Netroots Nation conference is, as you likely already know, in Detroit this summer (July 17-20 at Cobo Hall). This morning, they announced the panel line-up and it's astonishing. I was...
View ArticleNetroots Nation 14: How to Register, Help Out, Take Part, Make it ROCK
The busy bees--all eight of them--who are the staff at Netroots Nation have been hard at work for months to bring you the best convention yet this summer, July 17-20th in Detroit. Their output has been...
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Connect! Unite! Act! Seattle, LA & Houston Meet-up Info! — Your Favorite...
A daily series, Connect! Unite! Act! seeks to create face-to-face networks in each congressional district. Groups regularly socialize but also get out the vote, support candidates and engage in other...
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Netroots Chairman's Pub Quiz VIII: The Reckoning
Winners and New Champions: Shirt Pleat (DLCC) Oh, we've had protests before, and costumes, and chants and merriment, but this year's Netroots Nation Chaiman's Pub Quiz featured two elements we've never...
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We Have Important Work to Do in Phoenix
Board Chairs Arshad Hasan and Patrick O’Heffernan speak with the director of the Kino Border Initiative. For the last several months we've been working with our 2015 host committee to figure out how...
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Netroots Nation: Where are we now?
Most of the post #NN15 talk, obviously, has been about the Presidential Town Hall and the Black Lives Matter protest. But I want to make sure there's still space to talk about the conference and our...
View ArticleA black woman's negative encounter with a Sanders supporter after #NN15...
This morning at Eclectablog, I published a Guest Post from my friend Sommer Foster. Foster is an African American woman from Michigan who, like me, was at the #BlackLivesMatter protest during the...
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