Karenna Gore Schiff, with Arkansas GoreNet chairs Darren Peters and Mica Strother-Hicks, pauses for a photo before heading into a GoreNet event at Andina's Cafe in Little Rock, Arkansas. 9/28/00.
Karenna Gore Schiff Rallies Voters at the University of Pennsylvania University of Pennsylvania - October 5, 2000 – As part of the Gore/Lieberman campaign’s continuing effort to reach out to younger people and involve them in the political process, Karenna Gore Schiff traveled to the University of Pennsylvania today to address voters. Schiff urged young people to get involved, highlighting the way in which the upcoming election will affect their lives. more....
GoreNet is a network of young Americans dedicated to electing Al Gore President of the United States. Karenna Gore Schiff, the eldest daughter of Al and Tipper Gore, serves as national chair and represents the Gore 2000 campaign at events throughout the country. GoreNet receptions have been held in Washington, D.C., New York, Los Angeles, Philadelphia and Chicago.
Initially focused on raising campaign funds through low-dollar events, GoreNet has expanded to become an effective vehicle for getting young people involved in all aspects of the Gore 2000 campaign through both the Internet and grassroots participation. From the field and political operations to policy development and fundraising, Al Gore feels strongly that young people should play an integral role in his campaign. GoreNet is also focused on raising voter turnout among young people.
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Young Voters Get Out the Vote Day!
On Wednesday, October 25, young voters from across the country will be participating in events to show their support for Gore/Lieberman. From rallies to breakfasts to volunteer activities, young people in America will be illustrating their commitment to a better future with Al Gore and Joe Lieberman. Send an e-mail to us at contactus@gorenet.com to find out about the events that are happening in your area or to help plan something in your city. Some suggestions for events:
If you are in a state with early voting, hold a voting party that people can attend after they have voted
Hold a rally with local leaders, campus leaders, or local celebrities to speak out in support of Gore/Lieberman
Plan a Gore/Lieberman happy hour or party after work
Plan a volunteer day - get as many friends as you can to pledge to volunteer after work or after class - to show the link between volunteerism and participation in the political process
Have a sign-making party and then get the signs to as many people as possible
Have a party with your undecided friends to tell them why you are supporting Al Gore and Joe Lieberman
Write letters to the editor showing your support as a young person for Gore/Lieberman
Check out the Reality Check Issue Briefs on the web site at www.algore.com/gorenet and talk to your friends about the differences between Gore/Lieberman and Bush/Cheney
State Highlight - GoreNet in New Mexico
GoreNet co-chairs Lynda Brotherton and Terry Bruner have been busy in New Mexico planning many events for young professionals in support of Al Gore and Joe Lieberman. Last week they helped plan events for Kristin Gore's visit to the state, one of which included the 2000 Kodak Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. Lynda and Terry have been busy planning debate parties for every debate. The first debate party, held at Giovanna Rossie's home, was a potluck dinner in which all the attendees brought Southern food in honor of Al Gore's Tennessean roots. New Mexico GoreNet members have been busy helping to elect Al Gore and Joe Lieberman!
