Dean in Kansas City TOMORROW NIGHT

By Anonymous -
Sorry for the late info, but this has just been passed along by Rain, a Missouri supporter who hangs out at the O-blog.

Please join Governor Howard Dean, M.D. of Vermont, Democratic Candidate for President of the United States
Wednesday, October 15, 2003 - Doors Open at 7:00 pm
Uptown Theater
3700 Broadway (Broadway & Valentine in midtown)
Kansas City, Missouri

Performance by: Allied Saints
$2,000 maximum contribution per individual
To purchase tickets please contact Bryce A. James or call 312-855-8500 between the hours of 8:30 am to 5:30 pm CT, M thru F.
Tickets cost $50 per person or $20 per student (with ID) - checks payable to Dean for America.
The full ticket price for this event is a contribution to Dean for America and will be used in connection with the Democratic Presidential Primary.

Hey folks, you can attend this fundraiser for as little as twenty bucks. I haven't heard of any other recent appearances by the Gov in this area, so this might be your only chance to hear him live in the near future. He's a compelling and passionate speaker, so get there if you can.

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