My husband Brian Russell and I are hosting an informal reception for Congressman Brad Miller to meet local bloggers and talk politics. Although he doesn't represent our congressional district, I feel like Brad often represents us in spirit by supporting many of the causes near and dear to Orange County's heart.
I think he's a very smart guy, and the fact that he wants to do an event like this speaks volumes about his values. You don't have to be a blogger and you don't have to give a contribution to come. Hope to see some of you there.
Please Join Congressman Brad Miller for a discussion hosted by Ruby Sinreich of OrangePolitics.org and Brian Russell of Yesh.com about the impact of blogging on today's political environment.
When: Thursday, November 29, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Where: Mill Town Restaurant, 307 E Main St, CarrboroSuggested Donation: $10
Cash BarCongressman Brad Miller is currently serving his third term representing North Carolina's 13th Congressional District. He has often blogged on many progressive sites, including the DailyKos and Blue NC. Congressman Miller serves on the House Financial Services Committee, Foreign Affairs Committee, and Science and Technology Committee where he chairs the subcommittee on Investigations and Oversight.
(If you use Facebook you can RSVP here.)
The women's basketball game is on TV and starts at 7 that night, so we may see if we can get Mill Town to flip to ESPN2...
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I posted a yes on Facebook,
I posted a yes on Facebook, hope to be there.
Ruby and Brian, It's very
Ruby and Brian,
It's very unfortunate that the time of this get-together conflicts with the UNC Community meeting (5:30 -7:00 PM) regarding the University's plans for their Innovation Center at Carolina North. I know that you didn't create the time conflict but it will probably be a difficult choice for some.
I hope someone is planning
I hope someone is planning on making a video and/or audio recording of this for those of us unable to attend... :)
The suggested donation goes
The suggested donation goes toward what?
Catherine, it goes toward
Catherine, it goes toward Brad's 2008 re-election campaign. Last year he was challenged by Vernon Robinson who spent a lot of time and money spreading his message of xenophobia and ignorance.
George, I just got the notice about the Innovation Center hearing this weekend and was very unhappy when I looked at my calendar! Someone will have to go and live-blog it for us. Also, anyone want to draft an OP post about it?