Note: Jeremy Bird is the proper contact person. This is good training
\nfor anyone in the deaf community. It may also encourage organizers to
\nbe more mindful when it comes to the deaf and hard of hearing
\ncommunity, providing sign language interpreters, CART, not just for
\nhigh visibility events, but also for training like this to be
\nempowered and to empower others.<\/p>\n
During the 2008 election, students and young people across the
\ncountry were inspired to engage in politics as they never had before
\n— and their efforts were crucial every step of the way.<\/p>\n
But the work is far from over.<\/p>\n
That’s where you come in — Organizing for America is now accepting
\napplications for eight-week organizing fellowships for this summer.
\nSummer Organizers will work directly with communities and volunteer
\nleaders to make the change we fought for in 2008 a reality in 2009.<\/p>\n
As a Summer Organizer, you’ll work alongside Organizing for America
\nstaff, learn core organizing principles that are crucial for any
\npolitical campaign, and help mobilize the support that will allow
\nPresident Obama to enact an agenda that will put this country back on
\ntrack.<\/p>\n
Apply now to work with Organizing for America before the May 5, 2009
\ndeadline.<\/p>\n
Barack Obama founded his campaign on the idea that change can only
\ncome from the bottom up.<\/p>\n
He said of community organizing: “It was the best education I ever
\nhad, because I learned in those neighborhoods that when ordinary
\npeople come together, they can achieve extraordinary things.”<\/p>\n
This is your chance to get that same education.<\/p>\n
If you are dedicated to the mission of reviving our economy, making
\nour country the leader in clean energy, and providing health care for
\nevery American, don’t miss this opportunity. No prior experience is
\nnecessary.<\/p>\n
Learn more and apply today to help mobilize Americans in support of
\nthe policies we need:<\/p>\n
http:\/\/my.barackobama.com\/summerorganizers<\/p>\n
Thank you,<\/p>\n
Jeremy Bird<\/p>\n
Deputy Director<\/p>\n
Organizing for America<\/p>\n
Email: info@barackobama.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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