June 20, 2004

Virginia Beach, VA

Home to one of the country’s largest military bases, Virginia Beach was definitely a change in both pace and scenery. With banners flying and a spot along the pier, we faced the largely conservative population. Although the city placed us far away from the crowds, we sent volunteers bearing clipboards into the more populated areas. We snagged the attention of joggers, rollerbladers, and cyclists as they whizzed by. Our most striking encounter was with three British men whom we soon discovered were members of the British army. After they expressed their disdain for the Bush Administration’s energy policy and gladly signed our?ostcards, we wished them good luck on their next assignment. Any guesses where that might be? Quote: "Our new assignment makes this place seem like paradise…we’re headed to Iraq."

[Thanks to Glen Besa and Tyla Matteson for driving down to meet us�\their energy and organizing skills definitely made this event a success.]

-- Steph