Meet other local defenders of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights to help prevent the erosion of our civil rights and liberties. To promote discussion and awareness around legislation such as the USA PATRIOT Act and the Military Commissions Act…

“ My name is Don Baker. 2 years ago I started 2 Socrates Cafes in the Eau Claire WI area. They did not work out, partly because of the lower population base. I like the concept. ”

“ Hi all - Looking forward to meeting you! ”

“ I would like these meet-ups because it is just about impossible to meet other free-thinkers in rural Indiana. I'd rather not join a church to make friends... ”

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“ Action is a must! ”

“ i believe if people came together and exchange ideas people will be more educated and will learn that there not the only person with these ideas ”

“ Tom Brand, artist, living in the Pines (immediately west of Michigan City, IN) looking for fellow atheists closer than Chicago. Do lunch? ”

“ One voice is hard to hear among the political clamour of Washington. Together we can make some noise (and have a good time along the way)! ”

“ Just would like to get involved somehow. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because fellow Atheists are hard to find and the Theists are bothering me! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because it would be great to speak to like minded people ”

“ My name is Mike and I'm just beginning freelance writing. I also have an interest in music and art, but am focusing mostly on writing now. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm a Political Science major at Roosevelt University and currently I am in a Chicago Politics class and I need to know everything going on in Chicago! ”

“ I'm a Chicagoan (resident of the second best city in North America) and future urban planner who might be going to grad school in your incredible city this Fall. I want to get in contact with some like-minded people in your neck of the woods! ”

“ I'm interested in meeting new people. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because our freedoms are under attack, we have a responsibility as Americans to take action! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because it helps more people get involved at the local level. ”

“ Hi! I was born in Spain and moved to the US in 1993. Divorced in 2004, no children. Ex-math teacher, I currently work in a technical position at a university. ”

“ I believe religion is detrimental to science, national and world-wide politics, and how we treat and view one another. Why do people believe the bible is Truth? Because it is the word of God. How do we know it's the word of God? Because it says so! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I don't make it into Chicago very often, I want something closer to home that isn't another club night. ”

“ I swear, if the democrats do NOT get their act together we are all doomed!!!!! Anyway, I am interested in meeting people around here who are also dedicated liberals! ”

“ I want local Civil Rights Meetups because I care about protecting my rights, my daughter's rights, and my neighbor's rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. ”

“ Hello! I've always have been fascinated in NOW, I've gotten information from them, NOW(sorry) and then about their Marches. I would like to become a more involved and learn more about the organization and people... Thanks! ”

“ I want local Separation of Church and State Meetups because in education the Church is geared toward God and the supernatural. The State in education is geared toward teaching the child to become a conributing member of society. They don't mix. ”

“ Of all the animosities that have existed among mankind, those that are caused by a difference of sentiment in religion appear to be the most inveterate and distressing, and ought to be deprecated. - G. Washington ”

“ I am a student and aspiring businessman ”

“ I am the membership director for the ACLU of Illinois, and will try to answer any questions you might have. ”

“ Hiya. Practiced for two years, then left for legal publishing. Still looking for the best use for my degree. ”

“ I want local Peace Meetups because of peace and the fight against poverty. and to help children and their communities woldwide. reach theirfull potential by tackling the causes of PEACE AND POVERTY. ”