Summit on the States

A Progressive Response to the National Crisis

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December 8-9, 2001 Washington, D.C.

Now, more than ever, progressives need to come together as a united community, not only to promote our key policies, but to create opportunities for change. In the 2002 sessions, state legislators and grassroots activists will face new challenges while dealing with the consequences of terrorism. This year’s Summit will provide the very latest ideas for strengthening personal and economic security while protecting our most basic rights and freedoms.

Summit sessions: · Homeland Protection Plans · Civil Liberties · Economic Security for the Recently Unemployed · Safety Net for Low-Income Families · Immigrant Issues · Hate Crimes & Racial Profiling · Reducing Medicaid Costs · Lowering Drug Prices · Voting Reform · Reproductive Health · Affordable Housing · Education Reform · Equal Pay Skill sessions include: · Legislative Tricks of the Trade · Non-legislative Tactics to Advance Policy · Building Effective Progressive Coalitions · Reassessing the Role of Mass Media

Featured speakers include: ­Raul Yzaguirre ­President of the National Council of La Raza, Dr. James Zogby ­ President of the Arab American Institute, Dr. Julianne Malveaux ­ Economist and Political Commentator, Al Quinlan ­ President of Greenberg Quinlan Research, and John Nichols ­Washington Correspondent, The Nation.

Conference registration is $125, which includes meals, conference activities and a copy of the 2002 Progressive Agenda.

Register now at www.stateaction.org/summit