Civic Blogging: Public Discourse and Participation Through Blogs

The City Club of Tacoma’s monthly lunch is this week and it may be something that interests you.

From their website:

In the past half-decade or so, electronic discussion, specifically blogging, has become a mechanism for true public discourse. It invites participation by the lay person who can now engage in open political discourse heard potentially by many others. Kevin Freitas and Derek Young, two of the best-known Tacoma bloggers, will discuss the rise of social media, changing demographics and ways in which the younger generation gets involved, and how to work with or tap into this source of community involvement.

So … we’ll be there. Or, more specifically, Derek will be there.

We’re putting the powerpoint presentation together now. Anything you’d like to add?

Details
Wednesday, July 16, 2008, Noon
Tacoma Landmark Convention Center
Cost: $23 for members and $30 for guests

More information at CityClubTacoma.org