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US ELECTIONS 08: BARACK OBAMA: Blog: Vote for Change: Anywhere and Everywhere

/noticias.info/ Beth, a former corporate chef from Massachusetts, participated in a training session in early May as part of our national voter registration drive, Vote for Change. When Governor Deval Patrick asked her to define 'government,' Beth realized that change begins with us, and that it can begin anywhere — even at a bus stop:

I live near one of the most dynamic intersections in the Boston area. There's a significant bus stop, Boston University and Boston College students, inbound and outbound trolley stops, and many unique businesses (a pet shop, a Chinese Herbalist, Tattoo parlors and a hardware store). I felt sure that we would have better results there than in downtown Boston.

Two women joined me, and we had this incredible time together, and with the people on the street! Many people at the bus stop would be hesitant at first, but they would change their minds after hearing someone beside them register and seeing how it worked.

We had immigrant first time voters, students, one man just out from 30 years in prison, and a handicapped man in a wheel chair who registered and then stayed with us for about half an hour to partake in the discussions.

After the success at the bus stop on May 10th and a second drive on May 21, the group of three decided to plan a third registration effort for June 12 at 12:00 PM by Marty's in Brookline:

The three of us decided we wanted to continue working together, so I planned another event at the same intersection. We have had such a positive response from volunteers sending RSVPs that we plan to fan out to other bus stops on opposite corners, and down the street where there is a site for day laborers by a Dunkin' Donuts shop.

I think it really helps to get people when they are in a waiting mode. I also think it helps to have two volunteers talking about how easy it is to register so that people at the bus stop can hear the comfort level and enthusiasm, and then be more open when approached.

Beth reminds us that great movements can begin with just few friends meeting at the bus stop. Our national voter registration drive will be continuing all summer long, as we build toward November. No matter where you are, you can search for an event near you this weekend. Or, you might just try creating your own event in your community. notas_de_prensa_archivo