Wednesday evening held extraordinary, moving speeches — especially President Obama's — at the Democratic National Convention, and I'll describe the highlights in my next post. But the evening broadcasts don't begin to show the days, which are filled with caucus meetings, panel discussions, receptions, and advocacy. Women's organizations meet daily at the convention to present their work to Democrats from all over the country. It is a wonderful menu of choices.
Some examples from the last two days: The Democratic Women's Caucus is the party's internal women's org. Party issues are discussed, and the party stars attend. This week Madeline Albright, Donna Brazile, and Nancy Pelosi spoke. Each encouraged the hundreds of women there to work hard for HIllary. Brazile is a joy to behold as she ran the meeting like an old time revival. I am going to try it next time the Santa Barbara Democratic Women meet.
The Feminist Majority Foundation held a tea, but nothing ladylike was discussed. One of my favorite organizations, FMF is based on the West Coast and in D.C., and the group publishes Ms. magazine. Issues like the ERA [Equal Rights Amendment], clinic defense, and electing Hillary are their meat and potatoes. They endorse candidates.