Beyond Denver: The RNC

by: Living Liberally

Fri Aug 22, 2008 at 19:15

There's no doubt about it:  The Big Tent will be awesome.  The folks out in Denver are pouring their souls into a remarkable hive of activity that will showcase the netroots and our partners during the Democratic Convention.

Lesser known is that there is a place for us after August 28th:  The Twin Cities.

In 2004, it was the RNC week that brought bloggers, activists, protesters, performers together at The Tank.  This year, a similar -- but larger -- operation will be in place in Saint Paul:  a daytime work space for up to 170 bloggers hosted by The Uptake...and evening parties sponsored by the SEIU, hosted by Drinking Liberally and friends.  (Details coming...stay tuned.)

I just had the chance to tour the space The Uptake is setting up -- you can see the Excel Center from the windows.  You are inside the security zone.  The marches will u-turn at the corner outside the building.  And there will be plenty of space to create content...and I wouldn't be surprised if you could find yourself some delegates nearby.

Register now to get your spot in this center -- and stay for the evening parties (did I mention complimentary drinks)...plus the Alliance for a Better Minnesota is hosting trainings and workshops as well.

Don't forget the Twin Cities, where our progressive mark will stand out in sharper contrast.  Also, these cities really can't stand the GOP.  Former Saint Paul Mayor Norm Coleman didn't win a single precinct in his city when he ran for Senator.  Sep 1st - 4th should be fun.