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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120316
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120317
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T205931Z
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SUMMARY:Speakers Series: Going on Offense with Bill Burton
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, March 16\, at 2 PM\, DCNet will hold a Distinguished Speakers Series event with Bill Burton. \nBurton\, a senior strategist with Priorities USA Action\, served as Deputy Press Secretary at the White House under President Barack Obama\, as National Press Secretary for Obama for America\, as Communications Director at the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee in 2006\, and as Midwestern Communications Director on the Kerry for President campaign. He also worked on Capitol Hill for Senator Tom Harkin and former Congressman Bill Luther. \nHe will speak about how Democrats can “go on offense” with their message as well about his experience in the White House. \nLocation TBA.
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/speakers-series-going-on-offense-with-bill-burton/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120309
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120310
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
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LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T210218Z
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SUMMARY:Upcoming Seminars: On-Camera Appearances and Polling Techniques
DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with the Democratic Caucus\, DCNet encourages House and Senate communications staff to attend the following seminars: \nPutting Your Best Face Forward\nTips & Tricks to Improve How You Communicate on Camera & Off\nGuest Speaker: Joel Silberman (Democracy Partners)\nFriday\, March 9th\, 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm \nMaking Polling Work For You\nMastering the Art & Science of Polling from the Ground Up\nGuest Speaker: Mark Mellman (President & CEO\, The Mellman Group)\nMonday\, March 12th\, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/upcoming-seminars-on-camera-appearances-and-polling-techniques/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120302
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T205823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T205823Z
UID:208-1330560000-1330646399@demcoms.net
SUMMARY:Announcing Your New DCNet Executive Board
DESCRIPTION:Congratulations to the newly elected members of the DCNet Executive Board listed below! Thank you to everyone for voting and to all the candidates for their willingness to serve. \nBrad Bauman\, Executive Director\, Congressional Progressive Caucus\nEllis Brachman\, Communications Director\, House Democratic Caucus\nAdam Hodge\, Regional Press Secretary\, DNC\nLeah Hunter\, Communications Director\, Rep. Ron Kind\nWill Jenkins\, Communications Director\, Sen. Jim Webb\nHannah Kim\, Communications Director\, Rep. Charles B. Rangel\nLesley J. Lopez\, Communications Director\, Congressional Hispanic Caucus\nSarah Lovenheim\, Deputy Director of New Media\, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid\nCleve Mesidor\, Director of Public Affairs\, Economic Development Administration\, Department of Commerce\nEmily Spain\, Communications Director\, Sen. Tom Carper \nThe new Board is meeting this week to start organizing future workshops\, speakers\, roundtables\, networking events\, and mentoring programs. \nWant to help build a stronger team of message makers? Please join one of the planning committees by noting your preferences in your account profile on the DCNet website (www.demcoms.net).
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/announcing-your-new-dcnet-executive-board/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111210
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T210111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T210111Z
UID:210-1323388800-1323475199@demcoms.net
SUMMARY:DCNet Roundtable "Speed Dating" with Capitol Hill Newspapers
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, December 9th from 3:00 to 4:00 PM\, the DCNet Roundtable committee is hosting a “speed dating” session for Democratic communicators and reporters from Capitol Hill papers. This will be a great opportunity to meet the reporters covering your bosses and start to build new relationships. \nHelpful tip – bring plenty of business cards! \nWHO: DCNet members and reporters and editors from Capitol Hill papers \nWHAT: “Speed Dating” To Help Build New Relationships with Capitol Hill Reporters \nWHEN: Friday\, December 9th\, 2011\n3:00 – 4:00 PM
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/dcnet-roundtable-speed-dating-with-capitol-hill-newspapers/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111014
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111015
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T210327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T210327Z
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SUMMARY:DCNet Speakers Series: Bill Schneider of CNN and Third Way this Friday
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, October 14 at 1:30 PM\, DCNet will hold a Distinguished Speakers series event with Bill Schneider. \nSchneider has been labeled “the Aristotle of American politics” by The Boston Globe. Campaigns and Elections Magazine called him “the most consistently intelligent analyst on television.” He was a member of the CNN political team that was awarded an Emmy for its 2006 election coverage and a Peabody for its 2008 coverage. He is a leading political analyst and expert on public opinion research. He is a Distinguished Senior Fellow and Resident Scholar at Third Way and the Omer L. and Nancy Hirst Professor Public Policy at George Mason University. He has been CNN’s senior political analyst since 1990 and is also a contributing editor to National Journal and The Atlantic Monthly.
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/dcnet-speakers-series-bill-schneider-of-cnn-and-third-way-this-friday/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110917
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T210415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T210415Z
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SUMMARY:"Speed Dating" with TV Producers / Reporters / Bookers
DESCRIPTION:WASHINGTON— On Friday\, September 16\, the DCNet Roundtable committee will host a “speed dating” session for Democratic communicators with television producers\, reporters and bookers from the various networks that cover Capitol Hill. \nBefore the August break\, DCNet gathered more than 70 Capitol Hill press secretaries together with television producers\, reporters and bookers for a brief speed dating event. While the event was a success\, some people were unable to attend because of the busy news day. On Friday\, we will hold another event with expected representation from ABC\, NBC\, CBS\, FOX\, Bloomberg and others. \nThis will be a great opportunity to meet the reporters covering your bosses and start to build new relationships. Please remember to bring plenty of business cards. \nWHO: DCNet members and TV reporters\, bookers\, and producers \nWHAT: “Speed Dating” To Help Build New Relationships \nWHEN: Friday\, September 16\, 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/speed-dating-with-tv-producers-reporters-bookers/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110729
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110730
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T210558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T210558Z
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SUMMARY:Seminar: Aspirational Narratives & Winning Words
DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with the Democratic Caucus\, DCNet encourages House and Senate communications staff to attend a seminar on crafting winning messages. \nAspirational Narratives & Winning Words\nMessages that Speak to the Head & Heart with special focus on the Economy & Debt LimitFeaturing: Doug Hattaway\nPresident & CEO\, Hattaway Communications (www.hattaway.com)Friday\, July 29\, 2011\, 2:00 p.m.
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/seminar-aspirational-narratives-winning-words/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110715
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110716
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T210659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T210659Z
UID:216-1310688000-1310774399@demcoms.net
SUMMARY:“Speed Dating” with TV Producers / Reporters / Bookers
DESCRIPTION:TODAY: the DCNet Roundtable committee is hosting a “speed dating” session for Democratic communicators with television producers\, reporters and bookers from the various networks that cover Capitol Hill. ABC\, NBC\, CBS\, FOX and others are expected to be represented at the session. This will be a great opportunity to meet the reporters covering your bosses and start to build new relationships. Please remember to bring plenty of business cards \nWHO: DCNet members and reporters\, bookers\, and producers from ABC\, FOX\, CNN\, C-SPAN\, BLOOMBERG\, CBS\, CNBC\, NBC\, and Energy Now \nWHAT: “Speed Dating” To Help Build New Relationships \nWHEN: Friday\, July 15\, 11:30 AM-12:30 PM \n***Barring breaking news here’s of list of the reporters expected to attend: \nABC\nSunlen Miller (Senate Producer);\nJohn R. Parkinson (ABC Digital Reporter\, covers the House);\nKanneth Polson (Producer for World News with Diane Sawyer\, mainly books for Diane Sawyer)\nJonathan Karl (correspondent)\, \nNBC\nLibby Leist (Senate Producer)\,\nKelly O’Donnell (Correspondent)\nLuke Russert (Correspondent)\nFrank Thorp (Producer) \nCNN\nTed Barrett (Senate Producer)\nKate Bolduan (correspondent) \nCNBC\nLori Ann LaRocco (Senior Talent Producer)\nPat Anastasi (Producer) \nFox\nTrish Turner (Senate producer)\nChad Pergram (House producer) \nCBS\nJill Jackson (Producer) \nBloomberg\nPeter Cook (correspondent)\nPhil Mattingly (correspondent)\nPatrick Reap (producer) \nEnergy Now (runs on Bloomberg)\nAshley Bernardi (producer/booker) \nCSPAN\nRobb Harleston (Producer)\nLauren Torlone (Washington Journal Producer)
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/speed-dating-with-tv-producers-reporters-bookers-2/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110618
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T210804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T210804Z
UID:217-1308268800-1308355199@demcoms.net
SUMMARY:Working with National TV News Seminar
DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with the Democratic Caucus\, DCNet encourages House and Senate communications staff to attend a seminar on working with national TV news. \nEver wondered how the networks choose what to cover? Does your boss keep saying he wants to be on TV more? Want to learn what approach to take when talking with network reporters? This session features representatives from the major networks to discuss best practices for working with national TV news and to answer your questions. \nGuest Speakers: \nJill Jackson\, Capitol Hill Producer\, CBS\nJonathan Karl\, Senior Political Correspondent\, ABC\nChad Pergram\, Senior Producer – U.S. House\, FOX\nLuke Russert\, Congressional Correspondent\, NBC\nDeirdre Walsh\, Congressional Producer\, CNN
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/working-with-national-tv-news-seminar/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110616
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T211042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T211042Z
UID:218-1308096000-1308182399@demcoms.net
SUMMARY:Campaign Career Opportunities Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Got questions about joining a campaign? Want to make a difference in a competitive race? Thinking about something new down the road? \nOn Wednesday\, June 15\, the Democratic Communicators Network is holding a happy hour for House and Senate communicators to connect with staff from the DNC\, DSCC and DCCC. \nCome hear about campaigns across the country while catching up with your colleagues from around the Hill! Even if you’re not currently looking\, you are welcome to join. \nWhat: DCNet Campaign Opportunities Happy Hour\nWho: House and Senate communicators\, DNC\, DSCC\, DCCC staff\nWhen: Wednesday\, June 15\, 6:30-8:30 PM\nWhere: Lounge 201\, 201 Massachusetts Ave NE
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/campaign-career-opportunities-happy-hour/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110528
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T211140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T211140Z
UID:219-1306454400-1306540799@demcoms.net
SUMMARY:"Speed Dating" with Reporters on Friday
DESCRIPTION:WASHINGTON—On Friday\, May 27th\, the DCNet Roundtable committee is hosting a “speed dating” session for Democratic communicators with reporters and editors from the National Journal. The National Journal has expanded its staff in recent months\, and this will be a great opportunity to meet the reporters covering your bosses and start to build new relationships. \nWHO: DCNet members and the following reporters and editors from the National Journal: \nSean Sullivan\, Hotline\nJim O’Sullivan\, Chief Analyst\, National Journal Daily\nAlthea Fung\, Health Care Reporter\nCoral Davenport\, Energy and Environment Correspondent\nBecca Kaplan\, White House Reporter\nKelsey Snell\, Tax/Budget Writer\nKaty O’Donnell\, Budget Reporter\nJosh Smith\, Technology Writer\nSue Davis\, Congress Correspondent\nAlex Roarty\, Politics Writer\nMichael Hirsh\, Magazine Correspondent\nHumberto Sanchez\, Budget writer\nMeghan McCarthy\, Health Care writer\nJim Barnes\, Magazine correspondent\nKathy Kiely\, Politics Editor\nOlga Belogolova\, Energy and Environment Reporter\nDan Friedman\, Senate Leadership Reporter\nMajor Garrett\, Congress Correspondent\nFawn Johnson\, Magazine Correspondent\nCam Joseph\, Politics Writer\nMatt DoBias\, Health Care Correspondent \nWHAT: “Speed Dating” To Help Build New Relationships \nWHEN: Friday\, May 27\, 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/speed-dating-with-reporters-on-friday/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110505
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T211311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T211311Z
UID:220-1304467200-1304553599@demcoms.net
SUMMARY:DCNet Mentoring Program
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to the political communications field and looking for ways to build your skills and advance your career? Do you want connect with experienced communication professionals on the Hill? Look no further than the Democratic Communicators Network mentoring program! Since 2008\, DCNet has successfully “paired up” hundreds of Hill staffers in one-to-one relationships that help new communicators quickly get up to speed on the various aspects of their jobs. \nAbout the Program:\nOver the course of four months\, participants will meet regularly to discuss topics like creating a media plan\, holding successful press events\, navigating office politics\, and general career advice. Throughout the program\, the DCNet team will follow up with participants to see how things are going. \nIf you’re interested in participating\, all you need to do is fill out this survey: https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?hl=en&formkey=dDRVXzRhWUxUbVRKc…. \nBased on your preferences\, we’ll match mentees and mentors who have common interests and qualities. Please note that previous mentors are welcome (and encouraged) to participate again. We would like to kick off the program next month\, so please sign up by Wednesday\, May 4th. \nIf you have additional questions please feel free to contact DCNet board members.
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/dcnet-mentoring-program/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110317
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110318
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T211612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T211612Z
UID:233-1300320000-1300406399@demcoms.net
SUMMARY:Hacks and Flacks Happy Hour with the Democratic Communicators Network
DESCRIPTION:St. Patrick’s Day Happy HourThe Democratic Communicators Network invites you to a St. Patrick’s Day happy hour this Thursday at Top of the Hill with your favorite hacks and flacks! \nHacks and Flacks is one of Washington’s premier networking events\, and it just keeps growing! \nHacks and Flacks Happy Hour\nTop of the Hill (upstairs at Pour House)\n319 Pennsylvania Ave. SE Washington\, DC\nSt. Patrick’s Day\nThursday\, March 17\, 6:30 p.m. \nBe sure to invite your favorite reporters and press secretaries! \nThere will be televisions on-hand to watch NCAA tournament action. \nWe will also be accepting donations on behalf of the Red Cross for the relief effort in Japan. We hope you’ll join us in wearing green and giving green! \nHosted by:\nThe Democratic Communicators Network\nLis Smith\nRyan Rudominer\nBrad Bauman\nKarl Frisch\nChris Harris\nErikka Knuti\nMatt Thornton
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/hacks-and-flacks-happy-hour-with-the-democratic-communicators-network-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20101122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20101123
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T211706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T211706Z
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SUMMARY:Communications Jobs Fair Monday
DESCRIPTION:DCNet is hosting a number of events for the coming weeks to support Democratic communicators during the post-election transition including career networking events and seminars. \nOn Monday\, from 11-2\, DCNet will host a communications jobs fair in the Cannon Caucus Room. If you need a new job or are just starting to explore\, come anytime between 11 and 2 to learn about new opportunities with reps from the following invited agencies and organizations: White House/OPM\, Media Matters\, Center for American Progress\, Burson-Marsteller\, Porter Novelli\, Devex\, Fleishman-Hillard\, Third Way\, DNC\, SEIU\, Campaign for America’s Future\, AFL-CIO\, AARP and Chlopak\, Leonard\, Schechter & Associates. \nFeel free to bring business cards and resumes. \nTo receive the latest communications job postings\, please sign up through the subscriptions page of your personal profile at https://willkimmedia.com/demcomsnewsletter/subscriptions. Past job postings are available at https://willkimmedia.com/demcomsjobs. You can also post your resume on your profile for recruiters to view. \nWhat: DCNet Communications Jobs Fair\nWhen: Monday\, November 22\, 11 AM-2 PM
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/communications-jobs-fair-monday/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20101119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20101120
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T211812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T211812Z
UID:235-1290124800-1290211199@demcoms.net
SUMMARY:Media Matters Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, November 19\, Media Matters is hosting a networking Happy Hour and members of the Democratic Communicators Network are invited to attend. \nThis is a great opportunity to network and reconnect with other communicators around the Hill. There will be an open bar (at least for the first hour)\, so get there early and bring your business cards! \nWHAT: Networking Happy Hour Hosted by Media Matters w/Open Bar\nWHERE: Hawk & Dove\, 329 Pennsylvania Ave SE\, Washington\, DC\nWHEN: Friday\, November 19\, 5-8 PM \n 
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/media-matters-happy-hour/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100923
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T211950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T211950Z
UID:236-1285113600-1285199999@demcoms.net
SUMMARY:DCNet Speakers Series: Eric Burns\, President of Media Matters
DESCRIPTION:As the message battles intensify across the country\, we all know how important it is to go on offense as well as to effectively fight back negative attacks and misinformation. On Friday\, September 24\, at 1 PM\, DCNet will hold a Distinguished Speakers series event with Media Matters President Eric Burns to hear his advice on how to deliver a smart offense and combat negative attacks. \nEric Burns is a progressive political communications\, management\, and strategy professional with more than a decade of experience in local\, state\, and national politics. He joined Media Matters in the Fall of 2006 as chief communications strategist and pioneered the creation of a cutting-edge communications center within the organization. \nBefore arriving at Media Matters\, Burns spent several years driving ethics reform and exposing Republican corruption in Congress. While serving as communications director for Congressman Chris Bell (D-TX)\, Burns conceived and directed the communications strategy for the historic 2004 ethics complaint filed against then-House Majority Leader Tom DeLay (R-TX). \nIn 2005\, Burns was tapped to serve as communications director for the then-ranking member of the House Rules Committee\, Louise Slaughter (D-NY). Continuing his aggressive coordination of communications strategy for the growing Democratic anti-corruption effort\, the subject quickly became one of two centerpiece issues in the historic 2006 elections. A former investment banker\, Burns holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of Texas at Austin and is the President of Media Matters for America. \nMedia Matters is a progressive research and information center dedicated to comprehensively monitoring\, analyzing\, and correcting conservative misinformation in the U.S. media.
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/dcnet-speakers-series-eric-burns-president-of-media-matters/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100805
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100806
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T212033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T212033Z
UID:237-1280966400-1281052799@demcoms.net
SUMMARY:Happy August Recess Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:The Democratic Communicators Network invites you to join flacks and hacks at a Happy August Recess Happy Hour: \nThursday\, August 5th\n6:00 pm to 9:00 pm\n18th Amendment\, 613 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE \nCome network with other Democratic communicators as well as reporters from around DC as we celebrate the start of recess. Don’t forget to invite your favorite reporters and press secretaries! \nHost Committee: Erikka Knuti\, Ryan Rudominer\, Jack Pfeiffer\, Matt Thornton\, Doug Thornell\, Brad Bauman
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/happy-august-recess-happy-hour/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100726
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100727
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T212126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T212126Z
UID:238-1280102400-1280188799@demcoms.net
SUMMARY:DCNet Seminar: Crafting the Killer Quote
DESCRIPTION:A good turn of phrase is a powerful tool. Whether you’re out to win a media cycle\, catapult a career or maybe start a war — “For the Fairest” worked in ancient Greece\, while “The smoking gun could be a mushroom cloud” sold the public more recently — everything is possible when you get the language just right. That’s why from Greek times to the present day\, professional writers have catalogued\, traded and sometimes jealously guarded their favorite tricks for coming up with a killer line that settles debate and ignites action. \nThis DCNet seminar will present a selection of favorite recipes for turning an interesting point into an unforgettable quote: from old favorites like the anecdote\, the visual analogy and the difference\, to newer additions to the canon like the reality check\, re-centering and the two roads. \nThe session will be led by John Neffinger of KNP Communications\, presentation coach and speechwriter for dozens of candidates for and Members of Congress\, many leaders of progressive civic organizations\, and hundreds of corporate executives. John serves with Dr. Drew Westen as co-head-trainer of Media Matters for America’s Progressive Talent Initiative media training program\, from which this content is drawn. John has been featured discussing political communication on The CBS Evening News\, Hardball with Chris Mathews\, Fox News and NPR\, as well as in The Washington Post\, The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal.
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/dcnet-seminar-crafting-the-killer-quote/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100720
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T212219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T212219Z
UID:239-1279497600-1279583999@demcoms.net
SUMMARY:Local Work Period Messaging: “What Worked and What Didn’t?”
DESCRIPTION:DCNet Roundtable Discussion \nMonday\, July 19\, 3:30 – 4:30 PM\, \nAs you and your staff are planning for the August work period\, DCNet will host a roundtable discussion about Local Work Period Messaging on Monday\, July 19\, at 3:30 PM. \nSince many of the best ideas are borrowed\, DCNet is asking its members to look back at our recent July recess and previous district work periods and come prepared to share your thoughts about what messages and events worked for you on healthcare and economic recovery. What other issues and messages are playing well in your region? \nThis informal and off-the-record session will allow House and Senate press staff the opportunity to share successes and advice in small groups so that we can all take the best ideas with us into August.
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/local-work-period-messaging-what-worked-and-what-didnt/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100621
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100622
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T212339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T212339Z
UID:240-1277078400-1277164799@demcoms.net
SUMMARY:DCNet Speakers Series with Karen Finney
DESCRIPTION:Been There\, Done That:\nA Look at Winning Messages and How We Can Convey Them TodayMonday\, June 21st at 3 PM We all know how important messaging is\, especially with the 2010 midterm elections quickly approaching. We need to make sure that the actions Democrats are taking to spur economic growth and create jobs\, address our fiscal challenges\, and strengthen our national security\, are conveyed to our constituents back home. \nOn Monday\, June 21st at 3 PM\, DCNet will hold a speakers series event with Karen Finney to hear about her vast experience working in Democratic politics and her advice on how to best convey winning messages in 2010. \nKaren Finney brings more than 16 years of experience in national politics and campaigns ranging from the Clinton Administration to New York State\, to the Democratic National Committee. Karen most recently served for four years as the Spokeswoman and Director of Communications at the Democratic National Committee where she helped guide the DNC’s communications and media strategy for Howard Dean’s “50 State Strategy”\, re-branding the Democratic Party\, the successful 2006 Congressional elections and DNC strategy for the 2008 presidential campaign. Karen served in the Clinton White House as Deputy Press Secretary to then First Lady Hillary Clinton and as Deputy Director of Presidential Scheduling for President Clinton. Karen has also worked in a number of high-profile campaigns\, including Hillary Clinton’s successful bid for the U.S. Senate as Press Secretary in 2000\, and Director of Communications for Elizabeth Edwards during the Kerry/Edwards Presidential Campaign in 2004. \nKaren is currently an independent consultant working with political and corporate clients in the United States and globally in the areas of political and communication strategy\, message development\, media training\, crisis communications\, branding and public affairs. Karen is a political analyst for MSNBC and a contributor to US News’ Thomas Jefferson Street blog\, Politico’s “The Arena”\, and The Huffington Post.
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/dcnet-speakers-series-with-karen-finney/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100611
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100612
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T212444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T212444Z
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SUMMARY:DCNet Discussion with HUD's Melanie Roussell
DESCRIPTION: Friday\, June 11 at 1 PM\, On Friday\, June 11 at 1 PM\, DCNet will host an informal discussion with Melanie Roussell\, Press Secretary for the Department of Housing and Urban Development. This off-the-record conversation will provide House and Senate press staff an opportunity to ask questions and learn more about communications work at a federal agency in general\, as well as the latest message strategies on strengthening the housing sector in particular. \nThe event is part of DCNet’s effort to bring together communicators from Congress and federal agencies to network and share ideas. \nHUD is working to strengthen the housing market to bolster the economy and protect consumers; meet the need for quality affordable rental homes: utilize housing as a platform for improving quality of life; and build inclusive and sustainable communities free from discrimination. \nSpecializing in crisis communication and management\, Melanie N. Roussell has spent nearly seven years inside the Beltway crafting messages and developing communication strategies for political principles. She has served as Communications Director for former Rep. William Jefferson and the House Judiciary Committee. In 2008\, Roussell was named Southern Regional Communications Director for the Barack Obama campaign and then worked on the Presidential Inaugural Committee as a spokesperson. She was named Press Secretary for HUD Secretary Shaun Donovan in February 2009.
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/dcnet-discussion-with-huds-melanie-roussell/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100526
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100527
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T212528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T212528Z
UID:242-1274832000-1274918399@demcoms.net
SUMMARY:DCNet Hacks and Flacks Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, May 26\, 6:30pm – 8:30 pm\nTop of the HillCome join us this Wednesday\, May 26\, for the DCNet Hacks and Flacks Happy Hour from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm at Top of the Hill\, 319 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE (upstairs at Pour House). Don’t forget to invite your favorite reporters and press secretaries!
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/dcnet-hacks-and-flacks-happy-hour/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100415
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T212628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T212628Z
UID:243-1271203200-1271289599@demcoms.net
SUMMARY:Winning Messages on the Economy with Elizabeth Warren
DESCRIPTION:DCNet Speakers Series\nWednesday\, April 14\, 2010We all know what an important issue the economy will be now that our health care reform win is behind us and the 2010 midterm elections lie ahead. We need to make sure what we are doing here in Congress to spur economic growth and create jobs is conveyed to the public back home and a hard hitting message is the key to doing that. \nOn Wednesday\, April 14\, at 11 AM\, DCNet will hold a Speakers Series with Professor Elizabeth Warren about winning messages on the economy. \nFor the past three decades\, Elizabeth Warren has devoted much of her time to studying the economics of middle class families. In the wake of the 2008-9 financial crisis\, she became the chair of the Congressional Oversight Panel created to investigate TARP. In that role\, she has provided a critical check on the U.S. Department of the Treasury and has been a leading advocate for accountability and transparency. She is currently the Leo Gottlieb Professor of Law at Harvard Law School where she teaches contract law\, bankruptcy\, and commercial law.
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/winning-messages-on-the-economy-with-elizabeth-warren/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100408
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T212831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T212831Z
UID:245-1270598400-1270684799@demcoms.net
SUMMARY:DCNet Seminar: National Security Communications
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, April 7\, 2010 at 11 AMThere’s no doubt that health care and the economy will dominate the agenda in 2010\, but national security issues can jump into the headlines at just about anytime. Whether it’s the war in Afghanistan or the underwear bomber\, it’s important that progressives are well equipped to handle whatever security questions come our way. \nOn Wednesday\, April 7 at 11 AM\, DCNet will hold a seminar with the Truman National Security Project on national security communications\, focusing on hot button issues of 2010: \n* What’s the “security gap” and what does it mean for progressives in 2010?\n* Why are hundreds of veterans around America demanding clean energy?\n* Can progressives make immigration reform a national security issue and win?\n* How can we close Gitmo without opening ourselves to attacks?\n* Iraq & Afghanistan – Who owns them now?\n* How can we make the Patriot Act patriotic?
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/dcnet-seminar-national-security-communications/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100408
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T212743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T212743Z
UID:244-1270598400-1270684799@demcoms.net
SUMMARY:DCNet Hacks and Flacks Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, April 7\, 6:30-8:30 pm\nTop of the HillCome join us this Wednesday\, April 7\, for the DCNet Hacks and Flacks Happy Hour from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm at Top of the Hill\, 319 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE. Don’t forget to invite your favorite reporters and press secretaries!
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/dcnet-hacks-and-flacks-happy-hour-2/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100302
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T212916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T212916Z
UID:246-1267401600-1267487999@demcoms.net
SUMMARY:Announcing the New DCNet Executive Board
DESCRIPTION:Congratulations to the newly elected members of the DCNet Executive Board listed below! Thank you to everyone for voting and to all the candidates for their willingness to serve. \nMaureen Beach\nEllis Brachman\nAndrea Helling\nTali Israeli\nWill Jenkins\nJessica Kershaw\nMatt Thornton\nHillary Wicai Viers \nThe new Board will be coordinating with the various planning committees (Training Seminars\, Roundtable Discussions\, Social Networking\, Mentoring and Speakers Series) to organize future events and programs.
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/announcing-the-new-dcnet-executive-board/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100219
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100220
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T213047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T213047Z
UID:247-1266537600-1266623999@demcoms.net
SUMMARY:DCNet Seminar: Political Speechwriting
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, February 19 at 1 PMIn today’s fast moving media environment\, it is critical for your boss’s voice stand out from the crowd. House and Senate press secretaries must write speeches and talking points for public events\, new media\, press conferences and floor debates. Want to take your messaging skills to the next level? \nThis Friday’s DCNet Seminar will feature current and former White House speechwriters who will share their experiences and knowledge about how to craft effective speeches and messages. They will talk about the collaboration process and finding your boss’s voice\, as well as how to make good use of key words and phrases. \nAdam Frankel serves in the White House as Special Assistant to the President and Senior Speechwriter. \nBob Lehrman is a Former Senior Speechwriter for Vice President Gore\, author of The Political Speechwriter’s Companion\, and teaches political speechwriting at American University
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/dcnet-seminar-political-speechwriting/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100218
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T213147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T213147Z
UID:248-1266364800-1266451199@demcoms.net
SUMMARY:Hacks and Flacks Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us THIS Wednesday night for the second Hacks and Flacks DC Happy Hour of the year. \nMore than 200 people showed up last month. \nDon’t forget to invite your favorite reporters and press secretaries! \nTime: Wednesday\, February 17th\, 6:30-8:30 PM \nLocation: Top of The Hill\, 319 Pennsylvania Avenue SE\, Washington\, DC 20003 \nOrganizers:\nRyan Rudominer\nBrad Bauman\nErikka Knuti
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/hacks-and-flacks-happy-hour/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100108
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T213243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T213243Z
UID:249-1262822400-1262908799@demcoms.net
SUMMARY:Welcome Back to DC Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Thursday Night\, January 7th\n6:30 pm to 8:30 pm\nTop of the Hill\, 319 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE \nCome network with other Democratic communicators as well as reporters from around DC as we start the new year and new decade. \nThere will be televisions on hand for those that want to stick around for the National Championship game between Texas and Alabama.
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/welcome-back-to-dc-happy-hour/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20091214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20091215
DTSTAMP:20260526T043211
CREATED:20140727T213343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140727T213343Z
UID:250-1260748800-1260835199@demcoms.net
SUMMARY:Roundtable with Capitol Hill Bloggers
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at the next Democratic Communicators Roundtable event where we will be joined by Capitol Hill bloggers who cover a wide range of hill beats. This event will provide hill flacks an opportunity to meet a number of bloggers in an informal setting in order to learn about the best way to pitch stories\, what makes a good news hook\, basic dos and don’ts\, etc. \nWe are expecting bloggers from Open Left\, America’s Voice Online\, RH Reality Check\, Congress Matters\, Wonk Room\, Media Matters and more. This will be a good opportunity for both new and seasoned press secretaries and communications directors to meet these bloggers for the first time or build on existing relationships. We will have a round-robin session to enable everyone to meet as many of the bloggers as possible. \nWho: Capitol Hill Bloggers & Democratic Communicators\nWhat: Round-Robin Session (Speed Dating with Hill Bloggers)\nWhen: Monday\, December 14\, 2009 from 10 am to 11 am
URL:https://demcoms.net/event/roundtable-with-capitol-hill-bloggers/
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