Reflections of a DNC volunteer

Tue Aug 26, 2008 12:23 PM EDT

I just thought I'd put down a few of my impressions. Just a bit of another perspective to add to your view. Getting to the Ritz Carlton for my volunteer assignment I rode past the Anti-War rally, the Green Festival and the Anti-Abortion Protest.

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A Passing Sense of Magic
Tue Sep 30, 2008
- It is a priviledge to read of these very personal moments.  Well written also.
Some advice for my fellow Obamaniacs on the Vine
Thu Sep 18, 2008
- Good points. I would appreciate seeing such a list from the Republican side. Staying with issues and policies does not eliminate mis-truths, lies and distortions. It can be difficult to separate the lie from the liar.
PBS Adds Accidental Insight into RNC
Thu Sep 4, 2008
- You are quick and good! It is one of those times when the universe came together for a wonderful giggle.
Waiting For Gustav: A Newsviner Reports From New Orleans
Mon Sep 1, 2008
- Take care of yourself. Were you there during Katrina?
RAV: Miss Dev - Newsvine DNC Coverage
Fri Aug 29, 2008
- Score one for The Mom! I out-vined and out-computed Miss Dev for once in my life! woohoo! Soooo, it's Friday, the DNC is over, they've all left town- It's definitely beer-thirty dear one!
RAV: Miss Dev - Newsvine DNC Coverage
Fri Aug 29, 2008
- KooDoos Dev! I know I'm paid to say that - I'm the proud mom (and admittedly misty eyed right now) It's pretty cool when the world acknowledges the brilliance of your kid!!!! Oh, btw, is any of that great beer left over???? Bring it home with you Dev :o)
DNC Wednesday: On the Inside
Thu Aug 28, 2008
- Great article and coverage. Living in Denver, I know it to have a small town mentality at times and I wonder if the over-the-top police 'protection' is due to that nervous, lack of experience. "We all want someone to listen to us, "
I Was There
Wed Aug 27, 2008
- Great job! I loved the part about where a good speech comes from - methinks that comes from experience??! Me, Jealous? You betcha.
Reflections of a DNC volunteer
Tue Aug 26, 2008
- Barry: I am sure there are celebrity types around, but since I am there mid-day I think they are all sleeping, having massages or doing whatever it is that the beautiful people do at that time (I guarantee it's not hanging around the information table!)

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Hey there crazy-pants! I can't wait for you to jump into the Vine more over the next few weeks (as I know you will!)

But first, you need a picture... hmmm...
— Miss Dev