I have often wondered about the possible effectiveness of carrying signs and shouting in the streets at persuading the public of things or altering government behavior. I have participated in some demonstrations myself, and it's not that I think demonstrations can never be effective. There were some very powerful demonstrations during the civil ( Read more... )

Thanks, everyone, for your input (via LJ or otherwise) on the MoveOn call party for Obama, and on making political calls in general. I've decided to go ahead and host a party. It's this Sunday from 4-6:30 at my house. I'd love to have local friends come by and participate. I'm supposed to send out emails to all my friends, but I'd rather just ( Read more... )