We'll need to brainstorm and come up with a list of short-term and long-term goals.

Once we have some goals, then list our resources (or lack of) and decide how best we can accomplish our goals. Resources could include such things as:

• funding (or lack of funding)
• time (to accomplish tasks)
• skillsets
• volunteers
• critical tasks that we must pay for (?)

In starting a grassroots campaign, there are many things that can be done for little or no cost.

• Set up a yahoo group (accomplished, Carey)
• Buy a domain name ($7-15)
• get a web hosting package for ~$40/year
• set up a website (once we decide its purpose)
• Search and compile a list of web resources: blogs, boards, and other places to post
• Compile a list of names in order to email potential activists or advocates
• Write articles, letters, board messages, emails
• Respond ...

Anyway - just some initial thoughts to add to the thread.

Lots to think about. But I firmly believe ... a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens CAN change the world...

Now time for bed!