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All Member Comments
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San Francisco for Democracy Meetup Group
“ As usual, people were involved and interested in what was going on. The speakers were very knowledgeable about their subjects. This was an exceptional meetup. ”
— Steph Feiring on Dec 2, 2009.
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San Francisco for Democracy Meetup Group“ Good discussion. Good involvement. Good ideas. Good interactions. ”
— Jim Chase on Aug 6, 2009.
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San Francisco for Democracy Meetup Group
“ Informative and enjoyable, I always have a worthwhile time at the SF4Democracy Meetups It is an important way to keep informed, meet other activists and be inspired. It's always good to have a community to rely on and to engage with when you are working to affect change. ”
— Susan VanKuiken on Jan 7, 2009.
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San Francisco for Democracy Meetup Group
“ Very dedicated team leaders. The gathering was well managed down to details. The speakers were knowledgeable and effective speakers. ”
— Marie J G on Sep 4, 2008.
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San Francisco for Democracy Meetup Group
“ I'm fairly active myself, so I'm biased. what comes off best is that there seem to be many different people leading many different activities. I hope visitors get a good sense of the activism. ”
— Jim Cowan on Jun 4, 2008.
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“ Good speakers and program. Lots of candidates and important info. ”
— Stephanie on Jun 7, 2007.
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San Francisco for Democracy Meetup Group“ I look forward to stirring things up with reference to public interest in land values. ”
— David Giesen on Sep 7, 2006.
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San Francisco for Democracy Meetup Group
“ We continue to welcome back people who were active during the Howard Dean campaign. That's nice to see. ”
— Susan Pfeifer on Aug 3, 2006.
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San Francisco for Democracy Meetup Group
“ Some interesting information was exchanged. ”
— A former member on Apr 8, 2006.
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“ It is evident to me now that this group is not for discussion or philosophical debate, but for action. Therefore, the name, I think, is wrong. If you are "San Francisco Democracy for America," then you will actively seek people of differing opinions and outlooks to attend. Democracy REQUIRES variety. What you ought to be called is "San Francisco Progressive Action for America" or something like that. See, I haven't heard any talk at all about "How can we get all viewpoints aired before this election?" (that is, how can we ensure that our democracy is vigorous, healthy, representing all viewpoints). Rather, your stance is "How can we ensure that OUR viewpoints prevail over others'?" So again, it's not really democracy you seek to engender, but progressive action by using the democratic system that we (sort of) have. ”
— A former member on Dec 9, 2005.
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San Francisco for Democracy Meetup Group“ Very warm and welcoming people. ”
— Arlene on Dec 8, 2005.
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San Francisco for Democracy Meetup Group
“ enthusiastic and organized. ”
— A former member on Oct 6, 2005.
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San Francisco for Democracy Meetup Group
“ I am glad the meetings continue to draw in new staff. However, starting to feel like a few people have way too much control over everything. I think John B. is not the best host. His body language towards some speakers (e.g. ACLU guest) suggests some disrespect. Also he seemed either a little bit looped or just disorganized. ”
— Mary Prendiville on Jul 7, 2005.
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San Francisco for Democracy Meetup Group
“ I appreciated leaderships' openess to new ideas. ”
— Marvl on Jun 2, 2005.
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San Francisco for Democracy Meetup Group
“ There were at least three people at our table (2 new, 1 old) who were complaining that it seemed that we were too scattered as an organization; had too met smaller, pet issues; and that we lacked focus. We attempted to discuss our strategic plan as well as who SF4D functions as a clearing house for info on progressive causes, but I don't think they were buying it. We may need to make our strategic goal part of welcome statement before each meetup and try to frame how the night's program fits into that plan, so new people see that there is a "...method to our madness..." ”
— Leon Parker & Gloria Wu on Jun 2, 2005.
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San Francisco for Democracy Meetup Group
“ As I previously mentioned, I feel that the meetings have been improving. There is an interesting mix of discussion and guest speakers. Also, I feel that Will has been doing an exceptional job of keeping the group together and providing interesting discussions issues. Instead of losing members, we have a number of new members coming to the meeting. ”
— Richard Lopez on Mar 6, 2005.
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“ A more varied mix of people than the usual faces one sees at political events. ”
— Peter Wong on Mar 6, 2008.
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“ Looks promising! ”
—A former member on Dec 7, 2004.
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“ Sorry--I am still unclear about Meetup and Meetup groups and how this is any different from the Democracy for America event mentioned above. ”
— michael mascioli on Dec 1, 2004.
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“ Since I'm new to the San Francisco meetup (an LA Transplant) I'm wondering if the chief age demographic represented at DFA meetups here in San Francisco has always been 40+. I wonder if having a meetup in the Mission or the Haight might draw a slightly younger crowd. But I'm down either way. Thanks again for a great meeting. ”
—A former member on Dec 1, 2004.
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“ Great group of people! ”
—A former member on Nov 3, 2004.
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“ Fine group of dedicated and deverse activists. ”
— Liam on Jul 12, 2007.