[Peace] Re: [Imc-info] Dennis Kucinich Conference

[Sascha Meinrath]

Hi Ray,

This is the first I've heard about the teleconference.  I've checked the
IMC's calendar and there is already a show happening in the IMC's space
that evening.  But perhaps people could brainstorm other ideas or offer to
host this event?

In solidarity,

--Sascha Meinrath
Urbana-Champaign IMC

On 8 May 2003, Raymond and Maria Arias wrote:

> Hi,
>
> Is there any way you guys can host the Dennis Kucinich National
> Conference on Saturday, May 24, from 7 to 10pm?  Or do you know of
> someone in the area who is planning on hosting it already?  Or do you
> think you can find someone in the area who may be interested in
> hosting?  (I would do it, but I have neither the budget for the long
> distance call nor the space for all of the people who would attend.)
> Kucinich's people need to hear from someone by tomorrow, Friday, May
> 9.  If this is the first you have heard of it, I'm sorry for the late
> notice; I just barely read about it yesterday.  For more info, please
> see Kucinich's web site at http://www.kucinich.us/   Thanks.
>
> Ray :)

FULL DETAILS:



National Teleconference:
A Town Hall Meeting with Rep. Kucinich
GET CONNECTED !

When: On Saturday, May 24, Northern California Kucinich for President
volunteers are hosting an exciting National Town Hall Meeting
Teleconference with Rep. Kucinich, and we.re inviting you to join in from
your living rooms, community centers, town halls and union halls --
wherever you can gather. From 5:00 to 8:00 PM, PDT, Rep. Kucinich will be
on stage at the Cowell Theater in San Francisco.

What: The program will include a special video produced for this event, a
talk by Rep. Kucinich and questions from the audience. A campaign
fundraising appeal will also be part of the program.

Who: The audience includes YOU, wherever you are! You and your friends can
be linked by speaker phone to the Cowell Theater, so you can hear Dennis
speak and ask questions directly. You.ll also have your own videotape to
watch simultaneously with others around the country. We are especially
interested in linking with people in those states whose primaries fall
earliest in 2004.

How: The teleconference can accommodate a limited number of linked areas,
so we need to hear back from you by Friday, May 9, if you want to
participate. The number of questions we can take will be limited by time;
everyone linked will hear all the questions and answers. The technology
required to host a gathering is a speaker phone with a mute or "privacy"
button and VCR with screen. If you decide to use a larger venue to
accommodate more people, we'll provide you with information on the
necessary technology.

Cost: You will incur long distance phone charges between your location and
the conference call-in number, which will be within the continental U.S.
As soon as we give you the call-in number, your long-distance carrier can
estimate charges for the call. Purchasing a speaker phone from a Radio
Shack store or online is quite reasonable.You can ask for donations to
cover expenses and contribute any extra to the campaign.

We suggest you invite people who may not already be familiar with Dennis
as a Presidential candidate, as this will be a wonderful chance to hear
his thoughts on many important issues.thoughts that reveal his honesty,
integrity and vision for America and our world. Remember that this is the
Saturday of Memorial Day weekend, and keep in mind your time zone relative
to California time when scheduling your event. Food appropriate to the
time of day would probably be a welcome addition!

What We Will Provide:
- Videotape on Rep. Kucinich, 15-20 minutes long, addressing current
campaign issues
- Suggested "script" for event, with synchronized schedule
- Teleconference guidelines, tips and access information

What You Need to Provide:
- A group of interested people
- A setting conducive to telephone listening using speaker phone or stereo
equipment
- Speaker phone with mute feature and a long-distance connection free of
"call waiting" tones
- Materials about Dennis Kucinich, ordered from Cleveland Campaign
headquarters. Call Jessica at (866) 413-3664 or email Jessica at kucinich.us
-- give quantity and delivery address, and say they're for the National
Teleconference on May 24.

By Friday, May 9, contact Nancy Hawthorne at (415) 460-1786, cell (415)
606-8330 or by email: nancyhawthorne at attbi.com
Please put "TELECONFERENCE"in the subject line. Include your name, mailing
address, phone(s) and email address. Also indicate if you need help with
the technology.

All other information will be supplied when your participation as a linked
site is confirmed.

Please join us in this powerful opportunity to build support for Dennis.s
candidacy! Make this a true celebration of Memorial Day by helping to
create a future that fulfills the dreams of all who came before us in
service of our country. And, please, forward this message to anyone you
think might be interested.