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The Take Back America Conference

The 2007 Take Back America Conference was hosted by Campaign for America's Future and held from March 18 - 20 at Hilton Washington Hotel, 1919 Connecticut Avenue, Washington D.C.^[1]

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About

Speakers

The following is a list of the 237 people who spoke at the Conference:^[2]

Davey D, DJ, Hip Hop Journalist
J. Period, DJ
Cherryl Aldave, Moderator
Billy Wimsatt, League of Independent Voters
Grime, Hip Hop Artist
D Labrie, Hip Hop Congress
Rep. Roberta Abdul Salaam
Karl Agne
Jason Alexander
Gar Alperovitz
Dan Ancona
Dr. Juan Andrade, Jr.
Phil Angelides
Diane Archer
John Arensmeyer
Nan Aron
Bama Athreya
Biko Baker
Stacy Bannerman
Ellynne Bannon
Katie Barge
Melody Barnes
Tony Barr
Rand Beers
Medea Benjamin
Julie Bergman Sender
Duncan Black
Ron Blackwell
Jeff Blodgett
Progressive Bloggers
Robert Borosage
Chris Bowers
Sen. Barbara Boxer
Keith Boykin
Robert Brandon
Ellen Bravo
Donna Brazile
David Brock
Senator Sherrod Brown
Anna Burger
Angela Canterbury
Tim Carpenter
Majora Carter
Sally Castleman
John Cavanagh
Julie Christensen
Michelle Ciccarelli
Sen. Hillary Clinton
Steve Cobble
Matthew Cohen
Chuck Collins
Joe Conason
Representative John Conyers
Rep. Joe Courtney
Craig Crawford
Anita Dancs
Anthony Daniels
Rep. Rosa DeLauro
Jim Dean
Howard Dean
Allegra Dengler
Robert Dodge
David Donnelly
Tamara Draut
Jane Dugdale
Del. Adam Ebbin
Peter Edelman
Senator John Edwards
Donna Edwards
Ross Eisenbrey
Jon Elliot
Representative Keith Ellison
Jodie Evans
Rep. Jessica Farrar
Jeffrey Feldman
Jenifer Fernandez Ancona
Bob Fertik
Laura Flanders
Glen Ford
Bill Foster
Dan Froomkin
Page Gardner
Irasema Garza
Alex Gibney
Ralph E. Gomory
Mel Goodman
E. J. Graff
Sen. Mike Gravel
Mark Green
Adam Green
Stan Greenberg
Robert Greenwald
Senator Nan Grogan Orrock
Vanessa Gueringer
Jane Hamsher
Lauren Harkrader
Thom Hartmann
Ana Henderson
Wade Henderson, Esq.
Roger Hickey
Jon Hoadley
Arlene Holt
Chung-Wha Hong
Lane Hudson
Jon Hunt
Maude Hurd
Michael Huttner
Lee Iacocca
Jesse Jackson
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee
Carol Jenkins
Alan Jenkins
Vickie Johnson
Dave Johnson
Rob Johnson
Van Jones
Conor Kenny
Michael Kieschnick
Adam Klaus
Senator Amy Klobuchar
Lawrence Korb
Robert Kraig
Corbett Kroehler
Representative Dennis Kucinich
Celinda Lake
Ned Lamont
Lynn Landes
Thea Lee
Representative Barbara Lee
Anna Lefer
John Logue
Jeff Madrick
Dr. Julianne Malveaux
Jon Mandell
Rep. Jim Marzilli
Tom Matzzie
Rep. Joe McDermott
Jane McDonald-Pines
Tim McFeeley
Kathleen McGinty
Kellye McIntosh
William McNary
Harold Meyerson
Ellen Miller
Larry Mishel
Michael Moore
Eddy Morales
Rep. Patrick Murphy
Nathan Newman
Sara Nichols
Laura Nichols
Shamako Nobel
Ali Noorani
Shawn O'Donnell
Sen. Barack Obama
Juan Pacheco
Jennifer Pae
Eli Pariser
Arn Pearson
Speaker Nancy Pelosi
Gabe Pendas
Rick Perlstein
Duane Peterson
Michael Phillips
John Podesta
Isaiah Poole
Carl Pope
Chris Rabb
Jamin Raskin
Connie Rice
Cecile Richards
Gov. Bill Richardson
Jerome Ringo
Will Robinson
Joel Rogers
Simon Rosenberg
Matt Rothschild
Kristin Rowe-Finkbeiner
Jason Rozenblat
James Rucker
Alicia Russell
Angelica Salas
James Salt
Senator Bernie Sanders
Guy Saperstein
Representative Jan Schakowsky
Andrea Batista Schlesinger
Rinku Sen
Susan Shaer
Anita Sharma
Rep. Carol Shea-Porter
Beth Shulman
David Shuster
Josh Silver
Dr. Jonathan Simon JD
Jonathan Simon
Harold Simon
Madhuri Singh
David Sirota
Nicholas Skala
Holly Sklar
Jefferson Smith
Bev Smith
Lori Sokol
Representative Hilda Solis
Jon Soltz
Greg Squires
Joan Stallard
Rev. Ron Stief
Matt Stoller
David Swanson
Aimee Tavares
Adam Taylor
Senator Jon Tester
State Rep. Alisha Thomas Morgan
Jessy Tolkan
Gustavo Torres
Gloria Totten
Marisa Trevino
Rich Trumka
Cenk Uyger
Tracy Van Slyke
Mara Vanderslice
Michael Waldman
Rep. Maxine Waters
Drew Westen
Marcy Wheeler
Judy Wicks
Kristina Wilfore
Roger Wilkins
Elandria Williams
Oliver Willis
Richard Wolffe
Jay Woodson, NHHPC
Rep. Lynn Woolsey
Quentin Young
Katrina vanden Heuvel

Sponsors and Partners

The following organizations were sponsors or partners of the conference:^[3]

Conference Sponsors

Conference Partners

Progressive Majority
Apollo Alliance
Tom Paine Common Sense
SEIU
US Action
ACORN
AFL-CIO
United Steel Workers
Move On
1199 SEIU United Healthcare Workers East
American Federation Employees State County Municipal (AFL-CIO)
Center for Policy Alternatives
Yearly Kos Convention
Ballot Initiative Strategy Center
True Majority
Alliance for Justice
National Priorities Project
New Organizing Institute
United American Nurses, AFL-CIO
Democracy for America

Delegates

The following were delegates at the conference and were interviewed by Bill Scher:

The following were delegates to the conference:

Ian Mishalove^[4]

Sessions

The following is a list of the sessions and events which were held at the conference:^[1]

Our Time Has Come

On June 18, 2007, Robert Borosage, Representative Keith Ellison, Eli Pariser, Representative Jan Schakowsky and Andrea Batista Schlesinger spoke in the opening session entitled "Our Time Has Come".

Lunch Plenary, Apollo: New Energy and New Jobs

On June 18, 2007, Phil Angelides, Kathleen McGinty, Carl Pope and Jerome Ringo spoke in a session entitled "Lunch Plenary, Apollo: New Energy and New Jobs".

Global Warming And Voter Apathy - Inextricable Linkage

On June 18, 2007, Corbett Kroehler spoke in a session entitled "Global Warming And Voter Apathy - Inextricable Linkage". The description for the session was:

"It's true. America's political inaction on the climate crisis shares an institutional cause with the growing ranks of apathetic voters. Indeed, our countrymen are more and more likely every day to vote in an American Idol competition that an election.

The good news is that these two problems have a common, people-powered, progressive solution. Come hear all about it and scrutinize its underlying premises."

How to use the TBA 2007 website to follow all the action at the event

On June 18, 2007, Jon Mandell and Jason Rozenblat spoke in a session entitled "How to use the TBA 2007 website to follow all the action at the event". The description for the session was:

"This year, Take Back America has partnered with Confabb.com to bring you a new, fully interactive conference experience. Join us to learn how to use all of the the social media, networking, blogging, ratings/reviews and chat features available through Confabb.com. As a Take Back America attendee, you already have a free account set up in our system, so we encourage you to make the most of it."

The War of Ideas: A Real Security Agenda for America

On June 18, 2007, Robert Borosage, John Cavanagh, Mel Goodman, Anita Sharma and Rep. Lynn Woolsey spoke in a session entitled "The War of Ideas: A Real Security Agenda for America".

The War of Ideas: How Conservatism Has Failed

On June 18, 2007, Melody Barnes, Harold Meyerson, Rick Perlstein, Connie Rice and Cecile Richards spoke in a session entitled "The War of Ideas: How Conservatism Has Failed". The session featured "CPAC: The Unauthorized Documentary" by Max Blumenthal, The Nation.

The War of Ideas: New Economics

On June 18, 2007, Roger Hickey, Dr. Julianne Malveaux, Larry Mishel and Rich Trumka spoke in a session entitled "The War of Ideas: New Economics".

The Impeachment Process

On June 18, 2007, [[Jane Dugdale, Bob Fertik, Glen Ford and David Swanson spoke in a session entitled "The Impeachment Process". The description for the session was:

"This session will provide information about the impeachment process and provide a forum to discuss the possibility of impeaching current officials."

Clean & Fair Elections Now

On June 18, 2007, Angela Canterbury, Arn Pearson and Aimee Tavares spoke in a session entitled "Clean & Fair Elections Now". The description for the session was:

"You know the problem - campaign cash is the currency of our democracy. Money drowns out the votes and voices of ordinary Americans resulting in policies that benefit the wealthy special interests. If we want clean air and water, affordable and accessible healthcare and education, consumer protection, alternative energy and more, then we need clean and fair elections. Let's level the playing field and give progressive candidates a way to run and win on ideas. We can end the corrupting pay-to-play politics with public funding of elections. Come learn more about the successes in the states and the nationwide movement to pass the Fair Elections Now Act."

Women Rising: The Issues that Count

On June 18, 2007, Ellen Bravo, Irasema Garza, EJ Graff, Cecile Richards and Kristin Rowe-Finkbeiner spoke in a session entitled "Women Rising: The Issues that Count".

Out of Iraq: What Comes Next?

On June 18, 2007, Representative Barbara Lee, Tom Matzzie, Rep. Patrick Murphy, Rep. Carol Shea-Porter and Jon Soltz spoke in a session entitled "Out of Iraq: What Comes Next?".

The New Progressive Majority

On June 18, 2007, Dr. Juan Andrade, Jr., Page Gardner, Stan Greenberg and Michael Kieschnick spoke in a session entitled "The New Progressive Majority".

We've Got Issues: Young People in Action

On June 18, 2007, Ellynne Bannon, Jon Hoadley, Eddy Morales, Juan Pacheco, Madhuri Singh, Jessy Tolkan and Elandria Williams spoke in a session entitled "We've Got Issues: Young People in Action".

Conservatives are to Supply-Side Economics as Progressives are to ________?

On June 18, 2007, Dan Ancona and Jenifer Fernandez Ancona spoke in a session entitled "Conservatives are to Supply-Side Economics as Progressives are to ________?". The description for the session was:

"You probably have never heard of Dan Ancona. But you may have never heard of Russell Kirk either, and his writings in the 1950s helped define the principles of conservativism!

Come to this session and see Dan's interesting and provocative PowerPoint on how the Left can define a new economic narrative, which starts with defining the principles that make us progressives."

Reaching the Public

On June 18, 2007, Jeffrey Feldman, Dave Johnson and Conor Kenny spoke in a session entitled "Reaching the Public". The description for the session was:

"Ways to reach the public to promote core progressive values and create DEMAND for progressive ideas and candidates."

Book Signing

On June 18, 2007, Ellen Bravo, Stan Greenberg and Kristin Rowe-Finkbeiner participated in a "Book Signing".

Creating a National Popular Vote for President: Organizing Insurrection in "Spectator States"

On June 18, 2007, Jamin Raskin spoke in a session entitled "Creating a National Popular Vote for President: Organizing Insurrection in "Spectator States"". The description for the session was:

"Maryland State Senator Jamin Raskin and Ryan O'Donnell of FairVote will discuss the exciting campaign for a National Popular Vote, which was just passed into law in the state of Maryland and has passed 11 state legislative bodies, including both houses in California, Hawaii and Illinois. The plan is to create an interstate compact of states comprising 270 in the electoral college that will commit to cast their electors in presidential elections for the winner of the national popular election. This plan, which has been endorsed by the New York Times, would prevent nightmarish election scenarios like the 2000 election when the national popular vote loser (George Bush by more than a half-million votes) was able to win based on manipulation of the vote in Florida and partisan intervention by the Supreme Court. It would also reenergize presidential politics in the two-thirds of states which are now safely red or blue and are thus fly-over territory in presidential elections. This grassroots movement and strategy could revitalize democratic politics in America and make every vote count. Come hear more about the National Popular Vote plan from the State Senator (and constitutional law professor) who introduced it in Maryland as well as speakers from FairVote, America's leading electoral reform group. You will find out what is happening in your state and how you can help overthrow the reactionary dynamics of the electoral college, an institution steeped in the history of slavery and political white supremacy."

Election Protection 2008

On June 18, 2007, Allegra Dengler, Ana Henderson, Lynn Landes, Dr. ]]Jonathan Simon]] JD and Jonathan Simon spoke in a session entitled "Election Protection 2008". The description for the session was:

"We'll review the challenges we face with electronic voting machines, caging lists, voter intimidation and so much more in 2008. We'll organize to protect the vote."

Progressive Majority Reception

On June 18, 2007, Donna Brazile spoke at the "Progressive Majority Reception".

The Quiet Revolution: Combating the Right Wing Attack on our Constitutuion

On June 18, 2007, Nan Aron and Kellye McIntosh spoke in a session entitled "The Quiet Revolution: Combating the Right Wing Attack on our Constitutuion". The description for the session was:

"Film-screening and discussion. Hosted by Emmy award-winning actor Bradley Whitford, Quiet Revolution is a short documentary that features congressional leaders like Barack O'bama and leading scholars who describe how an increasingly influential movement on the far right has waged a sustained war on the Constitution as we know it. Ultra-conservative politicians, judges, professors and activists would overturn decades of precedent to shred the fabric of popular laws protecting workers, consumers and public health, expand executive power at the expense of basic civil liberties, and impose a narrow social agenda on the rest of the body politic. Presented by Alliance for Justice, this session will help progressives learn to organize to preserve a fair and independent federal judiciary."

Do You Want a New U.S. Foreign Policy?

On June 18, 2007, John Cavanagh spoke in a session entitled "Do You Want a New U.S. Foreign Policy?". The description for the session was:

"Join Foreign Policy In Focus and the Institute for Policy Studies in a discussion of how to take back American foreign policy. Americans went to the polls last November to elect a new foreign policy. Instead, we got more of the same. The Bush administration has sent more U.S. troops to Iraq, stepped away from reductions in nuclear weapons, ignored the urgency of climate change, and continued to support economic policies that widen the gap between the haves and the have nots. The Democrats have a golden opportunity to present a new U.S. foreign policy in which America is a global partner, not a global cop. Drawing from their bold, new Just Security framework, FPIF and IPS will offer a new way for Democrats to think about America's role in the world. Join report editor John Feffer (FPIF and IPS), along with report contributors Emira Woods (FPIF and IPS), Anita Dancs (National Priorities Project), and Kevin Martin (PeaceAction)."

The New Populist Energy

On June 18, 2007, Senator Sherrod Brown, Roger Hickey, Senator Amy Klobuchar, Senator Bernie Sanders and Katrina vanden Heuvel spoke in a session entitled "The New Populist Energy".

Film Night: Taxi to the Dark Side

On June 18, 2007, Alex Gibney spoke at a session entitled "Film Night: Taxi to the Dark Side". The description for the session was:

"Alex Gibney examines the Bush administration's policy on torture in his film Taxi to the Dark Side which investigates the death of an Afghani taxi driver who died from injuries inflicted by US soldiers."

Film Night: Lift the Ban

On June 18, 2007, FRED spoke in a session entitled "Film Night: Lift the Ban". The description for the session was:

"Robert Greenwald and Brave New Foundation present the world premier of Lift the Ban, which tells the story of Stephen Benjamin who served in the Navy as a much need Arabic linguist providing support for troops on the frontline until this March-when he was discharged from the military because he is gay."

Party: Next Generation Leaders Late Night

On June 18, 2007, FRED spoke in a party entitled "Party: Next Generation Leaders Late Night". The party was sponsored by Young People For, Living Liberally, and Progress With Friends. The description for the party was:

"Featuring "Greyhound Diaries"-a rolling snapshot in words, images, and song of people struggling to get by in America based on singer-songwriter Doug Levitt's tours through the country by Greyhound bus. This will be followed by DJ ClubTedd spinning his funk and groove."

Speak Out: How do we drive the debate?

On June 19, 2007, Thom Hartmann and Bev Smith spoke in a session entitled "Speak Out: How do we drive the debate?".

Youth Transitions & Workforce Readiness: Averting the Impending Crisis

On June 19, 2007, Matthew Cohen spoke in a session entitled "Youth Transitions & Workforce Readiness: Averting the Impending Crisis". The description for the session was:

"In the globally competitive economy of the 21st century, state economies in large part will thrive or decline based on how well they identify, recruit, cultivate and retain “knowledge workers,” individuals who possess postsecondary educational credentials, technical aptitudes, the ability to learn rapidly, and an entrepreneurial approach to employment. As the downstream “consumers” of tomorrow’s workforce, employers are highly motivated to positively influence events in this arena.

Among other issues, we will explore…

- strategies for successful corporate-academic partnership(s)

- the challenges and opportunities presented by tomorrow's workforce (millennials, Gen Y) and engagement startegies for academics and employers

- how can employers identify and foster critical talent throughout the academic lifecycle

Making an Impact

On June 19, 2007, Shawn O'Donnell spoke in a session entitled "Making an Impact". The description for the session was:

"Come join an early morning group discussion of the many and varied frustrations of grassroots activists and learn how to harness negative energy and turn it into a positive force for good."

Sen. Mike Gravel

On June 19, 2007, Senator for Alaska, Mike Gravel spoke in a 30 minute session.

Gov. Bill Richardson

On June 19, 2007, Gov. Bill Richardson spoke in a 30 minute session.

Book Signing

On June 19, 2007, Thom Hartmann participated in a "Book Signing".

Making College Affordable: The National Imperative

On June 19, 2007, Robert Brandon, Rep. Joe Courtney, Anthony Daniels, Tamara Draut and Jennifer Pae spoke in a session entitled "Making College Affordable: The National Imperative".

It's the Story: How Culture and New Media Can Move Progressive Ideas

On June 19, 2007, Karl Agne, Julie Bergman Sender, Laura Nichols, Will Robinson, Simon Rosenberg and Jon Soltz spoke in a session entitled "It's the Story: How Culture and New Media Can Move Progressive Ideas".

The Great Risk Shift: When Corporations Shred the Social Contract

On June 19, 2007, Ron Blackwell, Ellen Bravo, Rep. Rosa DeLauro, Alicia Russell and Greg Squires spoke in a session entitled "The Great Risk Shift: When Corporations Shred the Social Contract".

New Strategies for the Global Economy

On June 19, 2007, Ralph E. Gomory, Rob Johnson, Thea Lee and David Sirota spoke in a session entitled "New Strategies for the Global Economy".

A Progressive Agenda for States

On June 19, 2007, Rep. Roberta Abdul Salaam, Del. Adam Ebbin, Rep. Jessica Farrar, Celinda Lake, Rep. Jim Marzilli, Rep. Joe McDermott, Tim McFeeley, Nathan Newman and Joel Rogers spoke in a session entitled "A Progressive Agenda for States".

The Blogosphere: From Ideas to Action

On June 19, 2007, Chris Bowers, Jim Dean, Jane Hamsher, Isaiah Poole, Matt Stoller and Oliver Willis spoke in a session entitled "The Blogosphere: From Ideas to Action".

Debunking Myths of the Working Mom

On June 19, 2007, Lori Sokol spoke in a session entitled "Debunking Myths of the Working Mom". The description for the session was:

"'More Career Women Are Opting - Out,' 'Career Moms and Stay-At-Home Moms At War,Women Can't Really Have It All.' Label it what you will, the mainstream media has been skewing headlines to bolster working mothers' negative effects on marriage and family.

Come hear the truth, based upon hard facts and statistics, about the real successes of working mothers, and why the press resists reporting on them.

Lori Sokol is Founder & Publisher of Work Life Matters magazine, a national business publication that advocates for the inclusion of work-life benefits and services for our nation's workforce."

Holding the Democratic Majority Accountable

On June 19, 2007, Lane Hudson spoke in a session entitled "Holding the Democratic Majority Accountable". The description for the session was:

"We all worked very hard to win a majority of both houses of Congress in the 2006 Election. It is important to balance holding the Democratic Leadership on issues important to the Progressive Movement, but it is also important to maintain and build on our majority in the 2008 election.

This is a round table discussion about the most appropriate ways to move the Democratic Leadership in a progressive direction while positioning ourselves for victory in 2008. Please come ready to be passionate and pragmatic about our issues. Bring your creative ideas to advance a progressive agenda through means such as grassroots action, the blogosphere, fundraising, traditional media, and any other way you can think of!"

Book Signing

On June 19, 2007, Tamara Draut, Greg Squires participated in a "Book Signing".

Invest in Our Future: Challenging Austerity Economics

On June 19, 2007, Ross Eisenbrey, Jeff Madrick and Beth Shulman spoke in a session entitled "Invest in Our Future: Challenging Austerity Economics".

Foxed Out: Using the New Media to Challenge the Right

On June 19, 2007, Adam Green, Mark Green, Robert Greenwald and James Rucker spoke in a session entitled "Foxed Out: Using the New Media to Challenge the Right".

Terrorism: A Real Security Response

On June 19, 2007, Rand Beers, Robert Borosage, Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, Guy Saperstein and Susan Shaer spoke in a session entitled "Terrorism: A Real Security Response".

Poverty and Politics: Katrina's Clarion Call

On June 19, 2007, Peter Edelman, Vanessa Gueringer, Arlene Holt, Maude Hurd, Rinku Sen and Rep. Maxine Waters spoke in a session entitled "Poverty and Politics: Katrina's Clarion Call".

Building Community Wealth: Progressive Ownership Strategies

On June 19, 2007, Gar Alperovitz, Vickie Johnson, John Logue and Harold Simon spoke in a session entitled "Building Community Wealth: Progressive Ownership Strategies".

SweatFree Campaigns to End Sweatshop Procurement

On June 19, 2007, Bama Athreya and Jon Hunt spoke in a session entitled "SweatFree Campaigns to End Sweatshop Procurement". The description for the session was:

"This session will describe exciting new work in several states and cities around the US to win sweatfree procurement legislation for all government procured goods, ending the practice of taxpayer subsidization of sweatshops. It will also provide activists with the tools to launch their own sweatfree campaigns. A sweatfree purchasing campaign is an effective and concrete local action you can take to help humanize the global sweatshop economy. It is also a potent means to foster sustained local activism and create strong local organizations. As a local issue in which elected officials have to take positions, your campaign will offer significant possibilities for public education. Most important, you and other local activists will control the shape and timing of your own efforts, creating the possibility for strong organizational growth."

A New Strategy for Peace

On June 19, 2007, Robert Dodge and Michael Phillips spoke in a session entitled "A New Strategy for Peace". The description for the session was:

"Four years of the Iraq war with no end in sight. Our politicians and old methods have failed. Not Acceptable!Time for a new strategy for peace. This new strategy is easy, bypasses politicians, is inexpensive, will invigorate the anti-war movement and is unstoppable. Find out how "We the people" are not as powerless as you think.

Also Bob Dodge, President of Physicians for Social Responsibility Ventura County, California and a member of the international board of Beyond War, will discuss the obsolescence of war and how an individual can make a difference."

Sen. Barack Obama

On June 19, 2007, Senator for Illinois, Barack Obama spoke in a 30 minute session.

Sen. John Edwards

On June 19, 2007, Senator John Edwards spoke in a 30 minute session.

Rally on Employee Free Choice Act

On June 19, 2007, Roger Hickey and William McNary were listed as coordinating a "Rally on Employee Free Choice Act". The description for the rally was:

"Take Back America goes to Capitol Hill! (corner of Delaware Ave. & C St., NE). Board free buses at Terrace level, T street entrance; Box lunches on buses. Take Back America participants are invited to join thousands of union activists, senators and allies who will rally to demand that the Senate pass the Employee Free Choice Act to restore workers' freedom to form unions and bargain for better lives. Sponsored by Campaign for America's Future, the US labor movement, and our many allied groups. Buses will return everyone to Washingon Hilton before 4 pm."

Betrayed!: How the Failure to Care for the 21st Century Veteran is Endangering Families and Jeopardizing Communities

On June 19, 2007, Stacy Bannerman spoke in a session entitled "Betrayed!: How the Failure to Care for the 21st Century Veteran is Endangering Families and Jeopardizing Communities". The description for the session was:

"The Walter Reed scandal is just the tip of the iceberg in the Bush administration's failure to care for our returning veterans and their families.

Tens of thousands of veterans have timed out of the two-year window of mental health care guaranteed by the Veterans Administration. Many of America’s veterans, children, and military family members now meet the definition of an “at-risk” population: Being endangered, as from exposure to disease or from a lack of parental or familial guidance and proper health care.

The untreated effects of combat-related trauma last a lifetime, and long-term consequences include: unemployment, severe depression, divorce, domestic violence, chemical dependency, poor physical health, homelessness, “accidental death,” suicide, and even murder. But these are not your father’s veterans. As the wife of a National Guardsman who served a year in Iraq, and a charter Board member of Military Families Speak Out, I have seen first-hand the psychological wounds the Iraq War is inflicting in the troops and their loved ones.

In this session, you will learn:

- who the 21st Century veterans are

- how the failure to care for vets and families impacts them and the community

- about a brand new private/public project for veterans and families

- how progressives can promote better care for veterans and families ... and why they should"

Prevent Unwanted Presidencies (And Congresses): To-Do List For An Honest '08 Election

On June 19, 2007, Sally Castleman and Dr. Jonathan Simon JD spoke in a session entitled "Prevent Unwanted Presidencies (And Congresses): To-Do List For An Honest '08 Election". The description for the session was:

"There will be no Taking Back America without an honest election. To have one it's up to all of us to fully comprehend the threats and ratchet up the level of scrutiny to 10 on a scale of 10. We address burglar alarm systems, the signs of electoral manipulation, and action steps to be taken if another electoral heist appears to be in the works."

Web 2.0 and the Next Generation of Online Voter Registration

On June 19, 2007, Adam Klaus spoke in a session entitled "FRED". The description for the session was:

"Calling all online organizers, cyber politicos, bloggers, techie field types, all-around geeks, and anyone else interested in plotting a massive online voter registration campaign for 2008. Working Assets is preparing to launch our new voter registration tool -- including an API and widget -- that will provide easy options for anyone to embed the registration process virtually anywhere on the web. Partner Rock the Vote will present on their plans to target young voters online. Join us to strategize on how we can mount the largest voter registration drive ever."

Just Business: Progressive Policy and Business Voices

On June 19, 2007, John Arensmeyer, Chuck Collins, Bill Foster, Lee Iacocca, Holly Sklar and Judy Wicks spoke in a session entitled "Just Business: Progressive Policy and Business Voices".

Health Care For All

On June 19, 2007, Diane Archer, Donna Edwards, Roger Hickey and Ned Lamont spoke in a session entitled "Health Care For All".

Democracy Works: Comprehensive Electoral Reform

On June 19, 2007, David Donnelly, Mark Green, Wade Henderson, Ellen Miller and Michael Waldman spoke in a session entitled "Democracy Works: Comprehensive Electoral Reform".

We Voted, Now What? Building a Youth Movement

On June 19, 2007, Biko Baker, Adam Klaus, Anna Lefer, Shamako Nobel, Gabe Pendas, Jefferson Smith and State Rep. Alisha Thomas Morgan spoke in a session entitled "We Voted, Now What? Building a Youth Movement".

Moving Up: New Progressive Infrastructure in the States

On June 19, 2007, Jeff Blodgett, Michael Huttner, Robert Kraig, Gloria Totten ad Kristina Wilfore spoke in a session entitled "Moving Up: New Progressive Infrastructure in the States".

References

↑ ^{Jump up to: 1.0} ^1.1 Take Back America 2007 - Agenda (accessed on May 13, 2010)
↑ Take Back America 2007 - Speakers (accessed on May 13, 2010)
↑ Take Back America 2007 - Sponsors (accessed on May 13, 2010)
↑ TBA 2007: Session: Our Time Has Come (accessed on May 13, 2010)

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References

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[agenda-1] {Jump up to: 1.0} ^1.1 Take Back America 2007 - Agenda (accessed on May 13, 2010)

[2] Take Back America 2007 - Speakers (accessed on May 13, 2010)

[3] Take Back America 2007 - Sponsors (accessed on May 13, 2010)

[4] TBA 2007: Session: Our Time Has Come (accessed on May 13, 2010)

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