4th Feb 2014: DO IT YOURSELF GOVERNMENT

Best idea ever: Do It Yourself government of the people, by the people, and for the people. Minnesota's future belongs to the small minority who show up for caucuses. Here's how it works: Tuesday, February 4th, 2014, 6:45 PM to ~8:00 PM, neighbors (16 & up) gather with folks who share their values about government. In Richfield, caucuses meet at Richfield Middle School (DFL SD50/southeast area); Richfield Intermediate School (DFL SD63/northwest area); Richfield High (SD50 & SD63 Republicans); or Augsburg Park Library (Independence). For other parties & towns, check www.sos.state.mn.us or call 651-215-1440 for caucus dates/locations. If you go to a caucus, and it's not a good fit, you don't have to stick with that particular party forever; it's just a place to start. You'll hear neighbors' ideas and share your own, about public issues like taxes, jobs, housing, schools, health care, roads, and so on. You'll help choose candidates and policies for the November 2014 election, and hold elected leaders accountable for their votes. You can volunteer to be an election judge to make voting fair for all. You can become a delegate to the conventions that will choose the Governor, Senate, House, & Congress. Be the "grass roots." Be the government you wish to see. First step? Show up.