Military 101: What Every American Should Know

Dinner/Discussion: “MILITARY 101...What every American should know about the U.S. military's structure and culture,” on Wednesday, August 26 at 7:00 PM at Polentoni Italian Wine Bar Restaurant on Jefferson Blvd. in Culver City (also known as Café Robertos). The Truman National Security Project will join with us in presenting an absolutely necessary event for every progressive who cares about our national security and knowing about our military and its role in our country.

Military 101 is presented by area residents and progressive veterans Melissa Epstein Mills and James F. Murphy. Their goal is to provide information which helps us citizens and our leaders to better understand the difference between the military and civilian world, with the goal of creating relationships and a greater understanding between progressives and the people serving in the military.

For far too long, the military vote has been a lock for conservatives, whereas there are numerous reasons why members of the military should, and often do, support progressive causes. For too long, the problem has been the inability of progressives to speak with those in the military in a language that they understand. Military 101 helps to bridge that divide.

There is a huge vote out there, there are gigantic areas of change that are possible as progressives gain a greater share of the military vote. This program will be instrumental in helping us better understand the military and veteran community, so that we can better gain their support.

In short: SAVE THE DATE & DO NOT MISS THIS EVENT!!!

The good news: We are still able to host this event, as well as provide a tasty dinner and great atmosphere, for the same prices we have charged in the past: members, $30 and non-members, $35. And for $40, you can attend and join the 4-Star Democratic Club, or renew membership, through February 2010, the end of our membership cycle.

Did I mention the great dinner?

The 4-Star Democratic Club is planning four dinner/discussions in the coming year at regular intervals. Watch for our invitation to another exciting event in November!

So, please join us for this great event, sign up for 4-Star, come to a monthly meeting or two, and help us plan our next event. We look forward to seeing you.

Regards,
Greg Apt
President, 4-Star Democratic Club