Events

URL: http://democrat.meetup.com/205/calendar/5940290/
When:
Tuesday, July 24, 2007, 7:00 PM 20070725T000000Z
Where:
Davanni's at 5124 Gus Young Lane in Edina.

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Description:

Actual plans for the June 26 Links/Meetup session:

(I did it again - the automated message went out before I put in the actual details for the next event!)
On Tuesday evening June 26 at 7 pm at the Davanni's in Edina, Dane Smith, President of Growth and Justice will speak on how to make Minnesota's tax system more fair and more supportive of economic growth. He will also give a review of the recently ended state legislative session.

Dane Smith is the new president of the Minnesota policy research think tank ?Growth and Justice?. His presentation will describe the Invest for Real Prosperity campaign which is a strategy for a more prosperous, just and sustainable Minnesota . He succeeds founder and executive Joel Kramer, who now serves as chair of the board.

Mr. Smith recently concluded a 30-year career as a reporter for the Star Tribune and the Pioneer Press, where he developed a solid reputation writing about state, local and federal government and politics for Minnesota?s two largest newspapers.

He is also co-author of the book, ?Professor Wellstone Goes to Washington: The Inside Story of a grassroots U.S. Senate Campaign.? And, he serves as an adjunct faculty member at Inver Hills Community College.

Tax fairness and the issues surrounding government's proper role in society were among Dane?s favorite issues as a reporter, and he has particular expertise in these areas. He understands the importance of smart public-sector investment that can help all Minnesotans improve their lives and strengthen the state?s economy.
As usual, our Links/Meetup session will be on the 4th Tuesday, at 7 pm at Davanni's in Edina.

Sponsored by the Edina\West Bloomington Democrats. For further information, contact Chuck Prentice
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Who should come? Are newcomers welcome?
Everyone is welcome.

Do members need to bring anything?
Bring enthusiasm, announcements, ideas and a passion for moving our state and country forward.

Why should people come? To show their support and enthusiasm for putting this state and this country back on a path toward responsible, sensible and fair government.

How will members find you when they get there?
The group meets in the "back room" of Davanni's at 5124 Gus Young Lane in Edina.