Lobby Days -- March 10 and 11, 2010

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Lobby Days -- March 10 and 11, 2010 

AAJ's Minority Caucus Lobby Days, exclusively for AAJ members, takes place on March 10–11, 2010 in Washington, DC. Join your colleagues for this important opportunity to speak up in Congress for your clients and the future of your practice.    Register now »

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We extend to you an invitation to participate in AAJ’s first annual Minority Caucus Lobby Day, scheduled for March 10–11 in our nation’s capitol, Washington, DC.  Established in 1992, the Minority Caucus is responsible for recommending and developing educational opportunities, networking programs, and other activities of special interest to AAJ members of color. AAJ’s Minority Caucus helps to develop programs to stimulate minority membership and participation in leadership roles. It also works on joint programs with other AAJ Sections and special interest groups.

More than a year ago we were all witness to the historic election of Barack Obama as our first African-American President; and unlike any other moment in time minority Members of Congress wield unprecedented influence and power. There are currently two Hispanic Members of Congress serving as Committee Chairs, in addition to eleven sub-committee Chairs. Likewise there are four African-American Members of Congress who Chair full committees, and eighteen subcommittee Chairs. 

President Obama’s extraordinary campaign inspired the passions and participation of millions of first-time voters. We urge you to join us in Washington, DC using the passion and zeal that you use everyday on behalf of your clients to make AAJ’s first Minority Caucus Lobby Day a successful undertaking.

In addition to meetings with Members of Congress and their staff, you will be treated to a reception at the brand new Capitol Visitor Center, as well as a breakfast with special guest speaker to be announced at a later date. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to connect with your Member of Congress and demonstrate the diversity of AAJ. I hope you can join us for what will be a great experience.

If you have additional questions, please contact Sam Kruzel (sam.kruzel@justice.org) for more information. 

Respectfully yours,

Anthony Tarricone                               Michael Brown
President                                             Chair, Minority Caucus

HOTEL RESERVATIONS — DEADLINE IS FEBRUARY 16

Lobby Days participants can take advantage of a special group rate at the Phoenix Park Hotel, just steps from Capitol Hill. The special group rate is $249 per night plus room tax (14.5%). To receive this rate, contact the hotel at 800-824-5419 or 202-638-6900 or online. Identify yourself as a member of "Minority Caucus Lobby Days" or use Group Code 14027. The deadline to make reservations and receive the special rate is February 16, 2010.

ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE

Plan to arrive on March 10 to attend a 2:00 pm briefing. On March 11, meetings will end in the late afternoon. View the schedule »


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