New Meetup Group!   The purpose of this group is to form a circle of individuals interested in reading and discussing libertarian books. We will be reading works from the likes of F.A. Hayek, Ludwig von Mises, Murray Rothbard, Frédéric Bastiat, John Locke, Thomas Paine, Ayn Rand, and many more. As libertarians in this era we are on the defensive as we espouse the fruits of liberty from both a natural-rights and utilitarian perspective. Our goal is to deepen and broaden our understanding of liber …

I'm starting this group because I would like to meet up with a group of good peeps on a regular basis to discuss the issues of the day like health care reform, recycling (just kidding), the bailouts, guns and gun policy, hunting, VA politics, and the answers to questions like, "Why are we here?" over massive quantities of Sierra Nevada Pale Ale and Guinness:) Actually, just kidding. I don't personally want to get hammered, but a beer or two over some good political and philosophical discussion w …

This group will discuss political issues, books, articles, current events, etc. The first meeting(s) will be a book discussion of Rachel Maddow's new book, "Drift." People of all political viewpoints are welcome. There will be ground rules that all discussion participants must follow, such as respectfulness for all viewpoints, etc.

Are corporations people? Our Supreme Court thinks so but many US citizens disagree. The Supreme Court decision in the case of "Citizens United vs the FEC" allows corporations to give unlimited amounts of money to support political candidates of their choosing. While you or I might struggle to contribute $20, they can contribute 20 MILLION dollars with no problem! Is this government of the people, by the people and for the people?? This group is primarily for residents of the Mt. Vernon dist …

Anyone who knows and loves Stephanie Miller and the mooks. As well as loving Randi Rhodes Let's get together and chat about politics and how we love to watch the Republican debates for entertainment only.

After two successful years, NomadsLand's Films That Matter screenings is being rebranded the "NOMADSLAND PRESENTS" FILM SERIES in conjunction with Busboys and Poets. Our aim this year is to coordinate closely with Washington, D.C. area nonprofits and social enterprises to create 8 themed nights on important social issues and frame the discussion with a fantastic feature documentary. Historically, screenings have been sponsored by NomadsLand.com in conjunction with legendary progressive eatery …

This group is a spinoff of a facebook group that was started to discuss and give a refreshed perspective on issues germane to urban America. In addition to discussing the pertinent issues facing urban America we wish to be a vehicle of progress by providing some solutions to and solve some of the myriad problems that beset the community. Mentoring, volunteering and non-profit community organizations are but some of the means by which we plan on bringing to fruition a positive impact on the commu …

We aim to be a support group for progressives, democrats, liberals and their allies who advocate for peaceful change. Are you a protester? An organizer? A firebrand? Or just someone looking to make new friends? If you are any of these things, we want you! Our three main goals are: -A means to find and organize local demonstrations and other events  held for good causes. -Raise awareness of important issues. -To hold social events to meet other progressives. I have made this group in reaction t …

Welcome to the online home of the DC/MD/Northern VA Local of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA)! The DSA is the largest socialist organization in the United States, and the principal U.S. affiliate of the Socialist International. DSA's members are building progressive movements for social change while establishing an openly socialist presence in American communities and politics. Prominent DSA members and officers include Noam Chomsky, Barbara Ehrenreich, Gloria Steinem, and Cornel Wes …

A network of professionals with responsibilities in grassroots, advocacy, issue management, political programs, PACs, communications and lobbying. By sharing the latest ideas, strategies and tactics in grassroots with each other, participants will grow their own capabilities and their organization's effectiveness.

We have a lot of work to do. The Democratic Party is the best party for America. We're the only party open to all, concerned about real issues. Let's MeetUp and get down to work for progress in Montgomery County, Maryland, and the USA.

We get together with like-minded activists working for Progressive Victories in 2010 and beyond. We meet at least once each month to discuss and plan events and actions. Of these groups, Progressive Victory has the most members, and we hope people in the other 3 will join this Meetup to save time, money, and effort organizing our meetings and actions. We're focusing efforts on making progress in our county and state on Healthcare, Peace, the Environment, Education, Labor, Transportation, Energy …

This Meetup Group is for people who believe that democracy begins with conversation. It's for people in the NoVa and DC metro area interested in Citizen Democracy as a way for citizens to engage in collaborative discussions to expand and develop their own thinking about topics of social and political concern. Ever wonder if we could move beyond set ways of responding to social issues? Ever feel frustrated by the limited range of possibilities that enter into discussion for dealing with complex p …

Meet other local members of the Green Party to discuss today's hot issues.

The Mid-Atlantic Survivalist and Primtive Skills Association. Motto: Fire, Rock, or Steel...nothing is ever outdated.Meet with locals who are interested in discussing basic and advanced preparedness issues, long and short term survival, Primitive skills. The future is not set how you go forth is up to you. We have two Chapters to better serve the people in the Mid Atlantic area.  The Maryland and the Northern VA  chapters. Members are welcome to attened events for either chapter. The Maryland …

The Center for Inquiry–DC (CFI–DC) offers an opportunity to put your principles into practice by joining other rationalists to work for positive change in society. In addition, the D.C. Center sponsors social events for freethinkers as well as intellectual programming. CFI provides an ethical alternative to religious and paranormal worldviews. In this time of rising religiosity, anti-intellectualism and political turmoil on ethical issues, it is critical that rationalists and freethinkers join t …