Feel better?
Yes I would feel better, but I think it might have been better PR given the economy and her situation. Guess that is just me. I just read and had idea that CPAC speakers don’t get paid.
I feel that the tea party is a grass roots organization, a fledgling movement, yet in my opinion, the cost of attending is not cheap given the economy and financial position of many loyal tea party goers. Tho I do feel it is a good central location geographically, I just think perhaps further steps could have been taken to cut costs. Others may feel it is fair price, good value, etc. But I can tell you that even tho my husband is employed, we won’t be spending that kind of money in 2010 to attend what I am sure will be a groundbreaking convention.
When I looked at the website, I was somewhat surprised at the particular venue that was chosen and the terms—I.e. must stay on-site for 2 days or pay $550 and attend both banquet and convention. So pay minimum of $770/1st person $550 each additional staying in the room plus additional travel costs in getting to Nashville. No idea what her speaking fees are, but I wish Sarah would have donated her fees to allow convention fees to be less, offered scholarships to state tea party groups to send delegates, etc.
that said, again, I am sure it will be a phenomenal convention and she will be a fabulous speaker.