MN Congressional Candidates Visit Law School

J. Ashwin Madia (MN-3) Visits Law School on Tuesday, February 26
When: 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
Where: Auerbach Commons

Mr. Madia, a rising star in Minnesota politics, is running to replace retiring Rep. Jim Ramstad. Mr. Madia is an Iraq war veteran and was, until recently, an associate at Robins, Kaplan, Miller & Ciresi in Minneapolis. He is a graduate of the University of Minnesota and New York University School of Law. Lunch Provided! Check out his Web site.


Steve Sarvi visits Law School on Wednesday, February 27
When: 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
Where: Room 50
Mr. Sarvi (MN-2) will speak about his candidacy and answer questions from the audience. Mr. Sarvi has served Minnesotans both in Iraq, where he was a Infantry Platoon Sergeant, and here at home, where he was the Mayor of Watertown, MN. He stands a good chance of defeating incumbent Rep. John Kline this fall. Lunch Provided! Check out his Web site.

Hillary In Town Tomorrow!

Join her for some pre-Super Bowl festivities.

When
Sunday, February 3, 2008 at 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Where
Augsburg College -- Melby Hall
725 23rd Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55454

What
Join Hillary for a "Solutions for the American Economy" event

Obama in Minneapolis, Barack'n the Target Center

This Saturday, February 2nd, Barack Obama will be in Minneapolis for a special rally at the Target Center.

Get your tickets on Obama's Web site -- before they're gone!

Tonight: Happy Hour with American Constitution Society

ACS Happy Hour, Thursday, 5:45 p.m., at The Local (931 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis).

Come speak with local progressive attorneys and politicians, and get to know the progressive community.

The progressive community will even buy your first drink!

MN Caucus Training

Thursday, Jan 31, 2007, 12:15-1:15, Room 40 of the Law School, Lunch Provided

Planning to Caucus on February 5th? Want to be a delegate to the state or national party conventions? Learn how the somewhat byzantine process works. We're co-hosting a caucus training to ensure that your voice will be heard.

Presidential Campaign Volunteer Opportunities

Obama:
1) Happy Hour with Tom Daschle:
"Join us for a happy hour with former US Senator and Democratic Majority Leader Tom Daschle (D-SD). When: Tuesday, January 29, 5:00 – 7:00. Location TBD.
TO RSVP, contact Joe Steinberg (stein177@umn.edu)."

2) Young Professional Volunteering and Happy Hour:
"Join other young professionals for volunteering and a happy hour this Thursday night at the Minneapolis Obama office. Come to Obama's Minneapolis office (212 3rd Ave. N.) this Thursday night, January 24, from 6:00 to 9:00 to help with phone banking, writing thank you notes, data entry, and whatever else the campaign might need. We are then heading over to Club Jaeger (923 Washington Ave. N.) for a late happy hour starting around 9:00. To RSVP, contact Joe Steinberg (stein177@umn.edu)."

3) Women on Wednesday:
"Participate in "Women On Wednesday," which is held every Wednesday from 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm (come anytime) at all of the MN Obama offices. You'll call undecided women to persuade them to vote for Obama. For details, contact Maggie Lockner (maggielockner@yahoo.com)."

Clinton:
1) Contact the MN volunteer coordinator:
Zachary Neunier (Noon-yey)
(612-374-0156)
Clinton MN Office:
227 Colfax Avenue N, Suite 110
Minneapolis, MN 55405

2) Latinos for Hillary Minnesota Event:
"Dear Community Friends, We are proud to announce several Latino leaders have come together to campaign for Senator Clinton in Minnesota! On Tuesday Jan 29th we will meet at the MN Headquarters at 6:30PM. We will roll up our sleeves, network, make some phone calls, and plan together MN Victory for Hillary Clinton in 2008. We are coming together this date to celebrate the strength of our community as we stand together to support Senator Clinton for President in 2008. Join us! We would greatly appreciate it if you can attend and bring a friends. Please contact us with any questions at 763-238-9342. See you then! Claudia Cody and Joan Cardenas Enos > Refreshments will be served."

3) See the MN website: http://www.hillaryclinton.com/hq/minnesota/

Edwards:
1) Contact the state volunteer coordinator: Linda Nevitt, phone # 612-708-4644, lnevitt@gmail.com

Chance to Join the Edwards Family

The Edwards campaign is looking for students to spend winter break in early states working for the campaign. They also need MN student contacts to "help recruit others and have a direct line to our campaign for resources including rally signs, bumper stickers, table tents, policy papers, etc."

If you're interested, contact Edwards staffer Caroline Spencer at CSpencer@JohnEdwards.com, or call her at 919-636-4985.

Young Lawyers for Obama Event Tonight!

The MN Young Lawyers for Obama are hosting a fundraising concert TONIGHT, Sunday 11/18 from 6-10pm at the Varsity Theater in Minneapolis.

The show will feature The Sunny Era, Candy, Wazungu, and other great local bands.

Sadly, Obama himself will be south of the border tonight, but Mayor R.T. Rybak plans to be at the Varsity, so why shouldn't you be there, too?

Tickets are $25 online or $30 at the door.

St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman to Speak at Law School

Mark your calendars. St. Paul Mayor and Law School alum Chris Coleman will be here on Monday, November 26, at 12:15 in Room 50. We'll provide lunch.

Mayor Coleman will discuss his journey from law student to lawmaker.

When Minneapolis Mayor R.T. Rybak came to the school it was packed, so come early to get a good seat.

Election Day

Check out StarTribune.com to see if there's anything to vote on in your precinct. (There's nothing in Minneapolis.)

Minneapolis Mayor R.T. Rybak to Speak at Law School

The Law School Democrats welcome Mayor of Minneapolis R.T. Rybak to campus tomorrow.

The mayor will speak on law and politics and about how young lawyers can effect social change through service in local government. He will also take questions.

Please join us in Auerbach Commons of Mondale Hall at 12:15 p.m. Lunch will be provided.