I would definately engage in the conversation and development of an alternative proposal to the way in which endorsement happen in the City. I also think there are other discussions that will need to take place in that process. But, I would be interested in getting folks together to have a talk about the possibility of change.
Should we set a time/date for interested folks to get together and begin the discussion? -Brandon Lacy Campos -Powderhorn Park > >Brian Melendez writes: >"I would like to thank Michelle Mensing, Bert Black, Andy Driscoll, and the >others whose posts have raised the level of debate about the role of the >City DFL Party's endorsements. > >A concrete idea like multiple endorsements deserves serious consideration. >Any political party, in order to successfully represent any community, must >be open to constructive criticism, open-minded self-assessment and >reassessment, and internal reform. I am interested in hearing ideas about >how the City DFL Party can improve its endorsement process, or open it up so >that it attracts more diverse candidates." > >>From Michelle Mensing: >Wow - what a response! As one of the individuals who posted on this topic, >I would like to thank Brian for responding with an invitation to explore >further the ideas discussed in the posts. > >Brian suggests that somebody should come up with a proposal for reform and >bring it to him. As I mentioned in my previous posts, I am just getting >actively involved with DFL politics, so I don't see myself as having enough >experience or knowledge to lead an effort. But, if an experienced DFLer (or >a few) steps forward to look at ideas for reform, I would love to be >involved. I could represent the point of view of somebody who is >essentially an outsider, but avid DFL voter. Anyone interested in talking >about this? > >Michelle Mensing >Armatage > >_______________________________________ >Minneapolis Issues Forum - A Civil City Civic Discussion - Mn E-Democracy >Post messages to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] >Subscribe, Unsubscribe, Digest option, and more: >http://e-democracy.org/mpls > _______________________________________ Minneapolis Issues Forum - A Civil City Civic Discussion - Mn E-Democracy Post messages to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe, Unsubscribe, Digest option, and more: http://e-democracy.org/mpls
