The Cincinnati Beacon
FAIR ELECTIONS? Issues 2008: WHAT’S AT STAKE?
Saturday, August 23, 2008
Posted by Media Release
Fifth in a Series of Dialogues on Critical Issues During this Election Year
WHAT: Respectful, interactive dialogue on Campaign Finance. Critics of the current system say big money buys influence while proponents say money equals free speech and therefore cannot be limited. Come hear a discussion from people with different points of view and let us know where you stand.
Opening Panel:
* Tom Brinkman – Ohio State Representative
* Bill Woods – State Chair of Common Cause
WHEN: Saturday, September 27, 2008 from 9 a.m. to noon
WHERE: First Unitarian Church (536 Linton St.) at corner of Reading
EVENT PROGRAM:
8:30 a.m. Refreshments
9 a.m. Welcome and Panel Presentation
10:30 a.m. Break
10:45-noon Facilitated Small Group Dialogue Session
COST: Free and open to the public! Reservations requested to 513-579-8547
DAY OF DIALOGUE SPONSORED BY: The Intercommunity Justice and Peace Center
ADDITIONAL EVENT INFORMATION: The morning begins with a dialogue between Tom Brinkman and Bill Woods. Mr. Brinkman believes there should be no financial limits on campaign contributions but that there should be immediate disclosure. Mr. Woods wants full public financing of campaigns. They will ask clarifying questions of one another before responding to audience questions. Following the opening panel, participants will break into small groups where trained facilitators will help the group engage in respectful dialogue around the topic of fair elections. RSVP to Kristen at 513-579-8547.
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