ADVISORY for 8 p.m. PDT Saturday, June 17
SEATTLE, June 2 (AScribe Newswire) -- Three of the most entertaining and unique voices in progressive media will come together for one illuminating evening of lively discussion. Randi Rhodes of Air America fame will be joined by Ron Reagan, the recent liberal co-host of MSNBC's "Connected: Coast to Coast," and Dan Savage, nationally-syndicated sex advice columnist and editor of The Stranger. Mother Jones radio host Angie Coiro will be moderating. Tickets ($27.50/ticket - $35/ticket and a one year subscription to Mother Jones Magazine - $100/pre-show reception with panelists, premier seating, and subscription) are available now by calling 206-325-2993 or online at http://www.foolproof.org.
RANDI RHODES, the caustic, outspoken host of the Randi Rhodes Show, aired weekdays on AM 1090 Progressive Talk, is beating out her conservative radio counterparts in many ratings wars with her fierce sense of humor and biting criticism of the Republican agenda.
"Randi Rhodes, known as 'The Goddess' by radio groupies in South Florida, where she's been a liberal talk-show presence for 20 years, [is] like a dive-bombing yenta from the heart of old Brooklyn, her native land. This lady knows talk radio." - Sacramento News and Review
RON REAGAN, son of the 40th President of the United States, publicly denounced President Bush and the invasion of Iraq in a number of interviews and articles leading up to the 2004 presidential election, officially - and bravely - dissenting against his late father's conservative politics. A Seattle resident and political analyst, Reagan is now hosting a midday radio show on KIRO.
In addition to his editorial and sex-column duties at The Stranger, DAN SAVAGE recently penned "The Commitment: Love, Sex, Marriage, and My Family in 2005," a memoir of his relationship and family - and a poignant commentary on the gay marriage debate. While his political views lean to the left, Savage is deeply reflective and openly critical of some facets of the liberal agenda.
With polls showing the conservative administration rapidly losing popularity and credence, it is an ideal time for progressives to establish an agenda that will provide clear solutions to the problems we face as a nation. Along with answering audience questions, the panelists will attempt to answer questions such as:
- Who and what is a progressive?
- Is there a coherent and compelling message capable of leading America toward a more just and humane society?
- Who on the left is capable of articulating that message?
Prior to the discussion will be an exclusive pre-show reception with the panelists. This intimate gathering will be held in the North Lobby of Town Hall beginning at 6:30 p.m.; hors d'oeuvres and libations provided.
ABOUT FOOLPROOF
Foolproof is a Northwest nonprofit dedicated to articulating and amplifying progressive thought leading to a humane and just society. Tickets and subscriptions to this event, along with Foolproof's American Voices Series and Comedic Voices Series, featuring beloved comedians like Garrison Keillor and the Capitol Steps, are available at http://www.foolproof.org or by calling 206-325-2993.
ABOUT MOTHER JONES
Mother Jones is an independent nonprofit whose roots lie in a commitment to social justice implemented through first rate investigative reporting.
ABOUT AM 1090 PROGRESSIVE TALK
AM 1090 Progressive Talk is Seattle's first progressive talk station. The station features some of the most nationally recognized names in progressive talk, as well as lifestyle programs, local news and community events. http://www.am1090seattle.com .
Also sponsored by Pax World Funds, The Stranger and The Mark and Sharon Bloome Fund.
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CONTACT: Marilyn Raichle, 206-325-1709, marilyn@foolproof.org
Media Contact: See above.
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