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SUBJECT: GRASSROOTS PREP WORKSHOP - FREEPERS / Free Republic Network, and Leadership Institute participants and staff / presenters - LI / ACU / GDI (= Matt Lewis, Chuck Muth, Nancy Bokscor) Many thanks to those in the FREEPERS group who assisted me in gaining access to both the meeting and training at the first annual FREEPERS conference in Las Vegas, August 16-18, 2002. I saw the notice for your meeting in Chuck Muth's newsletter, checked out your web page, and went. It was one of the many great experiences of the past year for me (opportunity presented itself via Muth...

WELCOME TO THE ULTIMATE COLLECTION OF FRIVA PICTURES! If you have any pictures to post, post them here.HERE is D1's photo collection HERE is a link to Lowbridge's thead with his pictures.HERE is a link to the Friva preparation thread w/photos.HERE is a link to the monster FRiva thread with photos.

FINALLY got my pics uploaded and ready for posting (Just in time for beddy bye so that I can get a nights rest for work tommorow) Here is a sample. The rest (84 pics worth) are on my website: http://www.megaone.com/bmovies/friva.htmlLinks to the other pages are at the bottom of each page. lurkernomore! and HangFire (watch it HangFire! I saw her first! ) (This is my thread, so I'm getting in on the act. Got a problem with that? :-)) Katie, whoever that photographer is that said your face can't take a good picture, I'm gonna punch his lights out. No,...

Updated on 25 August 2002 The Real Nature of Politics and Politicians (Matt Lewis) The purpose of this segment was how to more successfully present our issues to voters and to the media -- whatever the issue might be. Political technology consists of: - Organization (of Time, Talent, and Treasure) - Communicating Matt Lewis provided some insight on how communication works depending on the type of campaign you have selected to prosecute. He stated that to run a volunteer campaign, ringing doorbells, etc. takes almost the same amount of time as that you would use to hire a consultant and...

Las Vegas - Free Dominion's Excellent Adventure Conniew and I have recently returned from the Free Republic Convention in Las Vegas. We were warmly received and we had the honor of meeting Jim Robinson, the man who created the Free Republic model we used to design Free Dominion. Free Dominion was recognized twice during the convention. First at the beginning when ‘diotima’ said from the microphone, “This convention is misnamed, it should be the International Convention since Free Dominion is present.” This resulted in a round of applause. The second time was during a big screen presentation of all the...

Dear Freepers: I just returned from the First Annual Free Republic Network Convention in Las Vegas. The Free Republic Network Cruise last October was the most fun I've ever had in my whole life. The Free Republic Network Conference I just attended was the most informative and inspiring two days I've ever had in my whole life. The Free Republic Network is stretching its muscle, not by talk, but by action. The Free Republic forum is liberty's college. The Free Republic Network is liberty's workplace. If you attended, please use this thread to post your observations, comments and highlights of...

Howdy Freepers! Radio Free Republic Presents Tonight we will be webcasting both Live from FRiva Las Vegas with Rich Galen - of "Mullings"! And webcasting on tape Laura Ingraham's speech from last night's FRN Reception! Additionally, we will be webcasting the Awards Ceremony of the FReeper Awards! Join Anna Z and The Shrew as we host the FRiva Las Vegas Radio Free Republic webcast! Phone RadioFR at 1-866-radiofr (1-866-723-4637).

These reports will be somewhat brief since my laptop isn't quite capable of handling complex memory intensive posts.  I hope other conference attendees will chip in with comments. Right after posting my thread regarding the FRiva Las Vegas Conference and Awards Dinner starting Today, I joined the FreeRepubic Network Board and the FRiva Conference committee for a meeting in progress. There BobJ and the group reviewed events for the weekend, discussing necessary taskes that must be carried out and how best to handle them.  Pictured is BobJ, Lowbridge, the Shrew, Auntie Mame and (don't quote me, but I believe) CarieOkie. ...

FRiva Las Vegas starts this evening.  During a first night reception Laura Ingraham is going to address Freepers in attendence. Tomorrow the conference continues in earnest as performance enhancing presentations occur all day.  Tomorrow evening we'll be attending the FRiva Las Vegas Dinner and Awards presentation. We're looking forward to a great conference.  More photos and reports to follow. Here are two shots of FreeRepublic Network members as they met for dinner on Thursday evening. Pictured in no particular order are Bob_J, Diotima, Diotima's mother, DoughtyOne, DoughtyToo, Skeet, Interesting Times and The Shrew.

Free Republic Network Conference and Awards Banquet Treasure Island Hotel Aug 16-18 All meetings in the Treasure Island Ballroom Friday Aug 16th 6:30pm Registration Opens 7-10:00pm Cocktail Reception – TBA 8-9PM Laura Ingraham Saturday Aug 17th 7:30am..........Registration Opens 8:00-8:45am.....The Real Nature of Politics and Politicians (LI) 8:45-9:15am.....How to be an Effective Internet Activist (LI) 9:15-10:15am....Developing a Message that Works (LI) 10:15-10:30am...Break 10:30-11:15am...Public Speaking (LI) 11:15-12:15pm...Fundraising 101 for Activists (LI) 12:15-1:45pm....Lunch 1:45-2:30pm.....Networking and Developing Contacts(LI) 2:30-3:15pm.....Earned Media for Activists(LI) 3:15- 3:30pm....Break 3:30-5:00.......Freeper Panel – Facilitating and Building Grassroots Activism 5:00pm..........Adjourn 7:00-11:00pm....Dinner and Awards BanquetSunday Aug 18th 8-11:00am.......Conference Review and the Future...

Arrive at FRiva in style! Click HERE for some GREAT FRivaSTUFF! Thanks to registered for creating our logo and setting this up!

FRiva Announcement!"Unspun" with AnnaZ to broadcast LIVE from the FRiva Conference in Vegas!Saturday, August 17 @ 6pm-11pm PDT! (pending) Speaches by Laura Ingraham, Chuck Muth and Rich Galen! Live broadcasting from the Awards Dinner! FReeper interviews! Jim Robinson!Eagle Award winners!Don't miss this ground breaking FR event!Can't make it to the conference? Help RadioFR broadcast this event! We haven't raised all money needed to offset the costs! If you would like to help bring RadioFR to YOU at home, you can make a contribution HERE or send a check made out to the "Free Republic Network" to PO Box 785, Redondo...

There's still time to make Vegas for the FRiva conference! Cheap airfares are out there and and rooms still available! Go HERE for information!

There is still plenty of time to register and make it to Vegas on August 17th! For information and registration, go HERE!

There is still room at the Treasure Island for FReepers thinking about attending the first annual Free Republic Conference in Vegas, August 17th! Seminars on activism by the LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE!, LAURA INGRAHAM! CHUCK MUTH! RICH GALEN! EAGLE AWARD WINNERS! JIM ROBINSON! Click HERE for information and registration!

There is still room at the The "FRIVA" Free Republic Conference and 2001 Eagle Awards Dinner In Las Vegas on August 17! Don't miss this chance to rub elbows with other FReepers, see Jim Robinson and hear great speakers like Laura Ingraham, Chuck Muth and Rich Galen! Go HERE for information!

The Treasure Island was holding our room block until the 14th, but I talked to them yesterday and they agreed to hold it a while longer! If you were considering attending, now is a good time to make that reservation while the block and the $99 rate holds! After the block is let go, they cannot guarantee a room will be available!Click here for all FRiva information!

Don't you think it's time you followed through with your reservations?  It won't be the same without you at FRiva Las Vegas.See details below.All those who finish tonight's contest will have achieved Sleuth Status.Only one Super Sleuth will emerge.  Good luck to each of you!The FRiva Las Vegas Registration Fees are within reach for several of you. Good evening Sleuths:  Tonight's the night.  One of you will become a super-sleuth.  Others have continued just for the participation.I am glad you have enjoyed the contest.Now, on with the show.Here's that pesky clue.  Elvira Von Pantington  Here we are just moments...

Don't you think it's time you followed through with your reservations?  It won't be the same without you at FRiva Las Vegas.See details below. Well, I see you're back at it!  With a few days off, you're all gung ho to leave the others in the dust.Well, good luck to each of you.  Lacretia Vampmore  Day six is here, wouldn't you know.  Here's clue one, now off you go.Clue code: 456 Don't forget, you must copy this code. Write this down."Clue one: Code 456"Key Words: block head(Set preferences to "match all words" and "order by post time".) (The thread...

Graphic by the *FABULOUS* Registered At the Treasure Island Resort in Las Vegas This is a don't miss opportunity to get ready for the 2002 midterm elections, recognize our 2001 EAGLE AWARD WINNERS, meet old and new friends, as well as take part in an informative and educational grassroots activism seminar by America's leading conservative training organization: THE LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE! Event Features: Welcome Reception (Fri Eve/Aug 16th/7-9pm) Activism Conference by the Leadership Institute and Front Line FReepers Speaker Luncheon (optional) Awards Dinner Special video presentation by anymouse, Cool Guy and lowbridge Speakers will be announced as they confirm. To...

Not everyone can make it to the FRiva Conference, but here is a way you can take part and help bring FRiva to YOU and all FReepers! HELP BROADCAST THE CONFERENCE ON RADIO FREEREPUBLIC! RadioFR is planning on broadcasting from the conference, but this requires a budgetary committment that we just don't have right now. To broadcast the entire program, Laura Ingrahams speech on Friday, the conference on Saturday, Bill Lind at lunch and the Dinner and awards portion that inlcudes speeches and comments from Rich Galen, Chuck Muth, our Eagle Award winners and other notable FReepers, will require approximately...

Don't you think it's time you followed through with your reservations?  It won't be the same without you at FRiva Las Vegas.See details below.First of all, thank you for your patience folks.  I'm very sorry I had problems the last two nights. Please check out the information at the bottom of this thread after you've completed the contest tonight. Oh you are a tenacious one!  I did my best to elude you, but you guys are like terriors on a fox.I guess next time I'll have to think outside the box.Here's that blessed clue.  Basil Wastewater  Well this is...

Don't you think it's time you followed through with your reservations?  It won't be the same without you at FRiva Las Vegas.See details below. Good evening folks:  I see determination in your eyes.  Or is that animosity.  I have a hard time telling the difference.I guess I better give that clue before you string me up.  Able Wrongrighter  Never one to be a bore.  Here's clue one for day four.Clue code: 389 Don't forget, you must copy this code. Write this down."Clue one: Code 389"Key Words: submarine(Set preferences to "match all words" and "order by post time".) (The thread...

Don't you think it's time you followed through with your reservations? It won't be the same without you at FRiva Las Vegas. See details below. Oh look, they're baa-aaack!  Well you guys must be pretty tough.  Here's the scoop.  You're on your way for a brand new day.There's danger ahead so watch your step.  Victoria Famine  Let me see, which shall it be?  Oh look, it's clue one for day three.Clue code: 496 Don't forget, you must copy this code. Write this down."Clue one: Code 496"Key Words: paper tiger(Set preferences to "match all words" and "order by post time".) (The...

Yours truly, FRiva Diva, has a special request to all Freepers considering or planning to attend the big FRiva Conference in August at the Treasure Island Resort/Hotel in Las Vegas. I'm hoping y'all will fill out and send your registrations in to the committee ASAP. There's still a few days to get in on the "early bird special" which is a package deal for a terrific savings! We need to move QUICKLY! This event is about 6 weeks away. We're all knowledgeable business-minded folks here on this forum. Each of us realizes that when a conference is planned by any...

Don't you think it's time you followed through with your reservations?  It won't be the same without you at FRiva Las Vegas.See details below. Well hello!  So you've come back for more?  I thought we would have worn you out by now!Well, here's your clue anyway.  It won't be long now.  There's a bad omen following you around.  Delia Kanthaverless  Shhhhh!  I have a clue for you.  It says right here, the first clue for day two.Clue code: 500 Don't forget, you must copy this code. Write this down. "Clue one: Code 500"Key Words: hillary again(Set preferences to "match...

Hello there.  Aren't you the mysterious one. Thank you for joining our Freeper FRiva Feva contest.  May the most mysterious person win.  Smedley Backstep  Here's your first clue.Clue code: 282  Don't forget, you must copy this code. Write this down. "Clue one: Code 282"Key Words: clinton, haircut(Use the search engine top right.) (Set preferences to "match all words" and "order by post time".) (Right thread will be in the first five choices. Use this clue.)Clue: What's hair today may be gone tomorrow.  With costs much less no need to borrow. You should be able to follow these directions without more...

Mark Montini is CEO of Campaign Secrets, Inc., the ultimate campaign toolbox. As Vice President for Operations at the Leadership Institute, Mark was influential in training over 12,000 candidates and activists from all 50 states, and launched the Broadcast Media Program and a National Leadership Program. When Mark served as President of the Conservative Leadership PAC, he increased revenue from $100,000 to nearly $5 million. Mark has spoken in Chile, Poland, Greece, and Kazakhstan, as well as American University’s Campaign Management Institute, American Medical Association PAC, American Conservative Network, Reform Party of Canada, New Democracy Party of Greece, and New...

A GREAT time will be had by ALL FReepers in Vegas, August 17th, as we celebrate the end of the Post/Times Lawsuit (were still here and kicking!)! DON'T MISS THIS ONE!

Graphic by the *FABULOUS* Registered At the Treasure Island Resort in Las Vegas This is a don't miss opportunity to get ready for the 2002 midterm elections, recognize our 2001 EAGLE AWARD WINNERS, meet old and new friends, as well as take part in an informative and educational grassroots activism seminar by America's leading conservative training organization: THE LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE! Event Features: Welcome Reception (Fri Eve/Aug 16th/7-9pm) Activism Conference by the Leadership Institute and Front Line FReepers Speaker Luncheon (optional) Awards Dinner Special video presentation by anymouse, Cool Guy and lowbridge Speakers will be announced as they confirm. To...

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Groups and chapters with at least six members attending can reserve a table at the Awards Dinner! Don't forget to bring your groups "banner" (no larger than 12"x6") to put into the centerpiece so your members can find you! Contact diotima via FReepmail to reserve!!

Graphic by the *FABULOUS* Registered At the Treasure Island Resort in Las Vegas This is a don't miss opportunity to get ready for the 2002 midterm elections, recognize our 2001 EAGLE AWARD WINNERS, meet old and new friends, as well as take part in an informative and educational grassroots activism seminar by America's leading conservative training organization: THE LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE! Event Features: Welcome Reception (Fri Eve/Aug 16th/7-9pm) Activism Conference by the Leadership Institute and Front Line FReepers Speaker Luncheon (optional) Awards Dinner Special video presentation by anymouse, Cool Guy and lowbridge Speakers will be announced as they confirm. To...

Matthew Lewis Matt Lewis is the Director of The Leadership Institute's Grassroots Activist School. The Institute specializes in identifying, recruiting, training, and placing conservatives in the public policy process. Matt has trained thousands of candidates and activists all across the nation to win. Prior to joining the Institute, Matt worked as a consultant for twenty-six-year-old Alex Mooney helping him become the youngest Republican ever elected to the Maryland State Senate. Since then, Matt has consulted on several races, and worked with a fundraising firm that raised money for Rick Lazio?s Senate Campaign. In 2000, Matt served as a judge...

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