After reading Empire, Multitude, and Commonwealth, many of us feel a need to discuss the implications of this trilogy for the Occupy Together Movement, politics in general, and the ways we live our own lives. I'd suggest we might want to read each of the Hardt/Negri trilogy, section by section and the basis for our discussions, and move on from there.

This group is a spinoff of a facebook group that was started to discuss and give a refreshed perspective on issues germane to urban America. In addition to discussing the pertinent issues facing urban America we wish to be a vehicle of progress by providing some solutions to and solve some of the myriad problems that beset the community. Mentoring, volunteering and non-profit community organizations are but some of the means by which we plan on bringing to fruition a positive impact on the commu …

A network of professionals with responsibilities in grassroots, advocacy, issue management, political programs, PACs, communications and lobbying. By sharing the latest ideas, strategies and tactics in grassroots with each other, participants will grow their own capabilities and their organization's effectiveness.

Meet other locals from the Washington, D.C. area interested in running for public offices and working on political campaigns. Join us to network and discuss the unique perspective that belongs to future elected officials and campaign professionals like you and importantly to organize ourselves. The group is opened to every interested person who would like to join. However, minorities are highly encouraged to join to foster increase minority participation and voice in public offices.

This group will discuss political issues, books, articles, current events, etc. The first meeting(s) will be a book discussion of Rachel Maddow's new book, "Drift." People of all political viewpoints are welcome. There will be ground rules that all discussion participants must follow, such as respectfulness for all viewpoints, etc.

We are a community group of purpose, goals, and action. We seek to combat modern slavery, which is the economic exploitation of individuals through the use of violence and coercion, and human trafficking, which is the modern-day slave trade. Come join us and explore how you can take part! ---------------- OUR VISION ---------------- A world without slavery ----------------- OUR MISSION ----------------- To end slavery forever by leveraging the power of the community to - Creat …

Amnesty International USA Washington, DC Chapter supports Amnesty International USA's vision of a world in which every person enjoys the rights enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and other international human rights instruments. We organize events? such as concerts, protests and vigils? that raise awareness of human rights violations and inform the public about what can be done to oppose these violations. We also advocate on behalf of prisoners of conscience and other victims …

As the Congressional super committee meets to develop a bipartisan deficit reduction package, it's more important than ever to make our voices heard!  Please join me if you are interested in exploring fact-based, bipartisan, balanced approaches to deficit reduction in a constructive, civil manner. The group will not endorse any one approach, but instead will serve as a forum for grassroots debate about the best way to reduce the deficit while staying true to our values and laying the groundwork …

We aim to be a support group for progressives, democrats, liberals and their allies who advocate for peaceful change. Are you a protester? An organizer? A firebrand? Or just someone looking to make new friends? If you are any of these things, we want you! Our three main goals are: -A means to find and organize local demonstrations and other events  held for good causes. -Raise awareness of important issues. -To hold social events to meet other progressives. I have made this group in reaction t …

Are you a newcomer to the DC/VA/MD area from the South? Have you made any of the following observations? - The restaurants don't serve sweet tea. - People here don't follow college sports. - It takes a half an hour to drive somewhere three miles away. - Nobody holds the door open or says "thank you" when you do. - The charm and hospitality you grew up with doesn't seem to fit in. Don't despair! Transitioning into DC life is hard, but the good news is you don't have to do it alone. Southern Comfo …

Hi All, Running this meetup group has been fun, and I learned a whole lot.  I'm moving out of state, so it's time to close the group (if you'd like to lead the group, send me a message through Meetup and you can take charge). If you'd still like to get into friendly political debates, here's the best up-and-coming debate meetup in the DC Metro Area: http://www.meetup.com/americans-elect-DC/ Lucas

Calling all Singles 40 & Up! Meet for wine (or beer), espresso and decadent desserts (or nachos) and engage with other singles in stimulating conversation on a wide range of topics ... politics, literature, the arts, philosophy, sports, your past travels and wish list ... Light weight chattering is OK. Heavy weight pontificating is cool, too. Anything and everything goes. Humor is a big plus. With all this gabbing goin' on, you just might meet (and be) "the one."

The Christian Party of America (www.christianpartyonline.com) is a new, national third-party of Christian voters, dedicated to proclaiming that Jesus is Lord in the political arena. Our purpose is to bring our country back to being an unabashedly Christian nation, by offering and electing competent candidates who share and promote our vision. Please join us in our goal of uniting believers under the banner of Jesus Christ to bring constitutional freedom to all people of the United States. We bel …

Welcome to the online home of the DC/MD/Northern VA Local of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA)! The DSA is the largest socialist organization in the United States, and the principal U.S. affiliate of the Socialist International. DSA's members are building progressive movements for social change while establishing an openly socialist presence in American communities and politics. Prominent DSA members and officers include Noam Chomsky, Barbara Ehrenreich, Gloria Steinem, and Cornel Wes …

This group is about discussing how to reform our health care system, reduce health care costs, and accelerate medical research in new and creative ways.  This is not an investment group. There are no opportunities for investment here. This group is about discussions of how to reform the healthcare industry. Discussions about investing strategy or discussions about discussions about investing will not take place. The idea behind this group is that it is possible to advance medical research, not b …

The Arlington Young Democrats are a collection of Arlington citizens, ages 17-36, committed to furthering the principles of the Democratic Party, making an impact in the Arlington community, and providing fun social opportunities for young people in Arlington. People under the age of 35 make up one third of Arlington County, two-thirds of which vote for Democrats. Our club has over 250 members and we are the largest young professional Democratic club in the state of Virginia. People join AYD for …