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Wanna Go to Netroots Nation?
http://www.boomantribune.com/story/2012/3/26/123424/092Wanna Go to Netroots Nation
by BooMan
Mon Mar 26th, 2012 at 12:34:24 PM EST
Do you want to go to Netroots Nation 2012? It is being held in Providence, Rhode Island from June 7th-10th. Democracy for America is offering 50 scholarships that include an all-access pass, hotel accommodations, a couple of meals, and invitations to DFA events. Here's the criteria:
Any progressive activist, blogger, grassroots organizer, or online activist over the age of 18 is eligible with the exception of past DFA Netroots Nation scholars, who are ineligible to win this year's scholarship. Candidates for elected office in 2012 may also be ineligible depending on applicable campaign contribution laws...
...The selection committee is looking for applicants with compelling stories, who are active online and offline, and who will thrive from their Netroots Nation experience. Our goal is to find people who will expand the Netroots community with fresh ideas and energy.
...The selection committee is looking for applicants with compelling stories, who are active online and offline, and who will thrive from their Netroots Nation experience. Our goal is to find people who will expand the Netroots community with fresh ideas and energy.
You can apply here.
http://www.democracyforamerica.com/netroots_nation_scholarships
I went to the first four Netroots Nation conferences and I highly recommend it to anyone who is interested in doing progressive political work. The forums are high quality and the socializing is excellent. I had a lot of fun at all of them and I met interesting people, made lasting friendships, and learned a lot, too.
And, hey, if it's free, why not apply?
[Disclaimer: I do consulting work for Democracy for America]
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I'm not sure if you can still apply. 
The scholarship winners will be decided over the course of three rounds. The second round runs through 11:59 PM Pacific time on April 15th. The three applicants with the most support from DFA Members and the netroots will automatically win a scholarship in each round. Others will be chosen by a selection committee.
Round 1 Winners: http://www.democracyforamerica.com/netroots_nation_scholarships/winners/1
