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The D.C. Chapter of Free Republic is a high profile chapter. And, as such, we have high expectations of them. They have more than lived up to these high expectations. They make us proud on a regular basis. They enjoy a good reputation and work hard, together, to maintain their integrity.
What Have They Been Doing Recently?
The D.C. Chapter had a chapter meeting just yesterday (8/25/02) and on the agenda were items such as: How to Observe 9/11 Anniversary and How to Reach out to Conservative College Students.
Last Thursday (8/22/02) they were invited to attend Sean Hannity's promotional appearance in Washington, D.C. for the release of his first book, "Let Freedom Ring". This invitation was issued by Hannity through a mutual friend of the Chapter and Hannity.
D.C. Chapter attend Hannity book signing
Background and History of the D.C. Chapter
It is hard to know where to begin when highlighting the D.C. Chapter of FR. They have inspired us, informed us, delighted us and entertained us.
They are composed of many of FR's Finest. In fact, we initially approached one of the members of the D.C. Chapter for profiling on the Few of FR'S Finest Thread. This member politely declined and requested that we do the D.C. Chapter as a whole rather than single out individuals. So, therefore, we will attempt to do just that.
The D.C. Chapter began when MrConfettiMan invited people to join him in front of the White House. He showed up on September 26, 1998 with a sign that read GET OUT OF OUR HOUSE! and IT'S THE LAW, STUPID! (FIRE THE LIAR and JAIL TO THE CHIEF was his signature sign that MrConfettiMan used later).
Only one other person joined him marching in front of the White House for a couple of hours, and MrConfettiMan went home and wrote the first after-action report challenging the rest of us by asking, "I Was There, Where Were You?" The next week, 24 people showed up with handmade signs. Patriot, Doctor Raoul, Kristinn and Angelwood were in the first group of 24 protesters.
The official notice of the DC Chapter formation was posted on November 7, 1998 by MrConfettiMan and Patriot.
Today kristinn serves as the Warlord of the D.C. Chapter of Free Republic and Angelwood serves as the Ringleader of the D.C. Chapter of Free Republic. The D.C. Chapter and its members have won many Free Republic awards, with the D.C. Chapter being awarded Chapter of the Year on at least two occasions, and both Angelwood and kristinn being awarded Freeper of the Year on more than one occasion.
Freepin', freepin' and more freepin'...
To say that the D.C. Chapter has done many freeps is an understatement. This is D.C., after all, and there's always some liberal wacko in need of a FReeping, from politician to media mouthpiece. There are many creative people in the D.C. Chapter, and they sometimes show up in costumes (convict Bill Clinton and cellmate Hillary!, Hillary!'s brother the devil, a purple-haired hippie throwback, King Suckerfish, the Gorinch, Nurse Ratchet, and many more), and folks who make some very pithy signs, folks who go for humorous signs to get their point across, and folks who make some incredibly effective speeches.
You are now directed to kristinn's Profile Page, where he has bookmarked many of the D.C. Chapter FReeps.
The DC Chapter protested almost every Saturday in front of the White House from September 1998 through January 2001 (28 straight months). This photo was taken September 23, 2000 to celebrate two years of Freepin' at the White House.
Havin' fun..
The D.C. Chapter knows how to have fun. They have sponsored many events for all members of FR to attend.
At the top of the list of fun, of course, was the FRee Republic Inaugural Ball and Count the Silverware Party featuring Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee and his band, Capital Offense.
Another fun event was a tour of the White House last August for 100 Freepers. It was a victory tour and was organizd through the office of Rep. Bob Barr.
One of the D.C. Chapter's favorite gathering spots in the D.C. area is Luigi's, where they would usually gather after one of the Freeps at Gore's House. This particular graphic is a 'doctored' photo of a few of the regular FReepers, enjoying pizza with the newly inaugurated President and Mrs. Bush and Vice President Cheney. (Hey, it could happen) :)
Left to right: Angelwood, Ironman, Doctor Raoul, Kristinn, Vice President Cheney, First Lady Laura Bush, and President Bush.
The Rally for America
was sponsored by D.C. Chapter on 4/21/02.
Rally For America After Action Report
WE HAVE SAVED THE BEST FOR LAST....
"GET OUT OF CHENEY'S HOUSE"
"SORE LOSERMAN"
Following the election of George W. Bush as President in 2000, VP Gore attempted to steal the election. Free Republic, in general, and D.C. Chapter of FR, in particular, were not about to let this happen.
For one month following the election, the D.C. Chapter sponsored daily and evening protest vigils outside the Vice President's residence. They were joined by FReepers from across the U.S.A who were in the area at various times during the month.
Through these protests, which were highly visible in the media, Free Republic let Mr. Gore, the media, the nation and the world know that we would not put up with the stealing of the election and that Mr. Gore should "Get out of Cheney's house !" He (and they) heard us.
For those of us who were unable to attend these FReeps, we lived vicariously through the D.C. Chapter. It has been stated by many on the Forums how reading FR daily about the VP Freeps is the only thing that got them through the nightmare of the Presidential Election aftermath in 2000.
Thanks to all who gave so much of their time, efforts, supplies and genius. In the eyes of many, the "Get Out of Cheney's House" and "Sore Loserman" Freeps rank second only to the March for Justice in significance and importance to Free Republic.
This photo was taken at the White House where FReepers met prior to journeying over to the VP's residence one day in November 2000.
Gore family upset by FReepers
VP Mansion Protest Report IV
You are now directed to the Profile Pages of Angelwood and tgslTakoma where you will find listed the numerous other activities and accomplishments of the D.C. Chapter of Free Republic.
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CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL MEMBERS OF THE D.C. CHAPTER OF FREE REPUBLIC.
YOU ARE, INDIVIDUALLY AND COLLECTIVELY, SOME OF FR'S FINEST!
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A Few of FR's Finest.....
