We are a group of professionals in publishing who can assist writers, authors, and thinkers develop their book ideas and learn how to self-publish their book or e-book. We can also teach you about working with a traditional publisher.  Rick Benzel is an editor and ghostwriter with 35+ years experience in book publishing and corporate writing. He has edited 100s of books, authored 5, and ghostwritten 10 for professors, consultants, and business executives. He was the Senior Editor for the best-se …

This group was started by an irate citizen that was victimized by a meter maid. Having gone through their system of contesting, I have come to the conclusion the sytem is designed to wear you down and make you give up because of the onerous rules they have in place, contesting a citation is imposssible,

The year 2012 marks the Chinese and Vietnamese Lunar Zodiac Year of the Dragon. The dragon year is an auspicious time for positive action as the dragon traditionally symbolizes power, strength, and good fortune. The purpose of this Ron Paul Meetup Topic is to facilitate grassroots campaign organizing especially in neglected cultural centers of Orange County like Little Saigon and Korea Town. This Meetup topic will provide you with the networking and organizational tools to become actively involv …

The American Third Position is a political party whose mission is to win political representation for genuine Americans.

We are the OCYRs.   We are a group of 20s and 30-somethings helping elect Republicans in Orange County.   At any given time, you can find us: -Registering voters -Walking precincts -Phone banking -Hosting speakers at our events -And having a whole lot of fun   Whether its networking, volunteering, social, or [insert awesome activity here], join us at our next event to help make a difference.   See you soon!   OCYRs

Democracy for America • Orange County DFA-OC dates to the early days of the Howard Dean presidential campaign. The initial meetings of Dean For America began in late 2002, as Dean’s message that the “people have the power” and it was time to “take back America” attracted broad grassroots support across the country. With the end of his presidential campaign, the Orange County group became Democracy for America-Orange County. Since then, we have continued to support Dean’s initial agenda. We ha …

Tired of the on-line dating scene and looking to meet that special someone who shares your progressive/liberal values?  Meet other fun left-leaning singles for nightlife, concerts, hiking, wine tasting and other mixers. Whether you're a Democrat, Green, left-leaning Independent or Progressively Unaffiliated, this group is for you!  To help defray the costs of keeping the group going, I will ask for event and membership fees. Most events will be $1, except for special events, which may cost more. …

The club, established in 1952, is open to all registered Democrats. The monthly meetings, which usually take place on the second Wednesday of the month, vary in their focus. Some meetings are concerned with issues specific to Culver City. Other meetings take up issues of statewide, national or even international interest. We have refreshments available a half hour before every meeting so you have a chance to meet the other members and chat. Our club has various active committees in which you …

The Republican Liberty Caucus (RLC) is a grassroots, nationwide organization affiliated with the Republican Party (GOP). The mission of the RLC is to recruit and elect Republican candidates who are liberty minded. While we encourage the exchange of ideas, we have our eye on the goal of electing Republicans that lean libertarian to all levels of legislative bodies; city, county, state and national. Therefore, we are action oriented not discussion focused. Join us if you love the challenge th …

Restore the Los Angeles County Republic (Restore LA) is a non-profit, multi-partisan organization created in June 2009 to fight all forms of tyranny in government today, to root out political corruption, and to oust elected officials that wish to rule rather than serve the people. For more information on the organization and its efforts, visit Restore LA's website at: http://www.RestoreLA.us Call 'Red Phone' / Email with reports of fraud, waste, and abuse involving LA County Elected Of …

Welcome ~ Reagan's Renegades ~Tea Party Activists of America ~ - Volunteers for 2012- Link - http://www.meetup.com/reagansrenegadesteaparty   Goals: 1) To promote the Tea Party movement and to Tea Party to      one's heart's content ! 2) To recruit volunteers to help the Republican who wins the     primary election in 2012 to run against pro - illegal alien , and     supporter of the Obamacare bill Democrat Congresswoman     Loretta Sanchez, 47th Congressional District in Or …

Come drum with us!! We are Los Angeles' most active, open Samba School! Learn to drum and dance like they do in Rio and Bahia! Whether you are a complete beginner, drum circler, dancer, percussion student or a seasoned pro we have something for you. We hold regular classes and rehearsals. Bring your own drums or borrow ours. We focus on performing at festivals, special events and parades. There are plenty of performance opportunities! We've participated in the San Fransisco Carnaval, Brazi …

Can you identify a major, vexing, obvious, easy to solve problem in your society or community? Do you view its resolution as straightforward and highly beneficial? Are you ever amazed at the roadblocks you face as you defend your position? Your arguments simple and plain, aren’t they? Your opponents don’t get it and you often wonder why, don’t you? Your opponents come up with arguments so poor that you can immediately dismiss them, right? Also, you would be willing to change your mind if you en …

This meetup Group is for Liberty minded individuals who want to engage in discussion, share political views and participate in social events of particular interest to L.A. County Libertarians. The San Gabriel Valley/Foothill Libertarians are part of the Libertarian Party of Los Angeles County (aka LPLAC) which is the Los Angeles County affiliate of the California Libertarian Party, which is an affiliate of the national Libertarian Party. Libertarians advocate civil liberties, economic free enter …

For Brights, and those who are fans of Brights. Let's socialize and philosophize and politicize in order to bring realists like ourselves better political outcomes. There are only two reasons for "freethinkers" to meet. Maybe three. 1. I don't drink...(1a.) and have a significant other. 2. I don't have kids...enjoy whatever social ecology you need to raise them, and have fun. 3. We can ensure our views are represented politically, so as to assure our freedom of thought.   Let's MEETUP and figure …

    The Los Angeles Tea Party and Tea Parties all across America are reinvigorating the distinctly American values of limited government, personal responsibility, free enterprise, and respect for property rights. Join us in turning back the tide of excessive government spending and taxation.  Tell Washington (and Sacramento and City Hall) that you demand accountability; that you want legislators to stop rewarding failure with trillion dollar bailouts; that you know that free enterprise works bes …