September 12th in Washington, DC

[Lucas Cioffi]

Hi Erik,

Thank you for asking that very important and clarifying question.  We are
not a progressive group; we are non-partisan.  I can see how my language was
unclear.

We are however focusing on progressive outreach since the conservative and
libertarian outreach has been accomplished indirectly.

In order to meet success for this event, we do not have to create a deep
dialogue or a true OS event.  We have to show that dialogue is possible and
that that "townhalls as usual" are not the only option.  The purpose is to
raise the profile of our field.

Any and all advice is welcome.  We are aiming for a 15-minute walk through
where people express their opinions without getting into dialogue (ie they
are heard).  Optionally, and depending on the number of facilitators, we
will have room for 30+ minute dialogues or open space events (whatever each
facilitator wants to do-- this part of the process is for customization).

Doug, thank you for your insight as well.  Yes, our goal is to walk the line
between "being heard" and "being on a soapbox".  We aim to replicate the
situation you described.

Any facilitators within driving distance of DC are very welcome to
attend/assist/advise/plan.  Please email/call me with any suggestions.

Many thanks,
Lucas
917-528-1831

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