We had the opportunity to interview Michael Steele at the Young Republican's National Convention in Indianapolis. We asked him, "What do you say to those young people who love politics, but don't see how they can make a career of it, and actually pay the bills?" His message was heartfelt and amongst other things, we loved his comment that as a young person in politics the most common meal is probably "cold chicken and pizza." But on a serious note, we think his message of sacrifice is an important one. (Image credit here)
The most inspiring thing about Washington, D.C. is the passion that people bring to their cause. Every day you meet men and women who work endlessly toward lofty and diverse goals. No matter what side of the aisle you are on, the work ethic and creativity is always awe inspiring. This past week I discovered two organizations that reminded me of this.
One of our professors, Nancy Bocskor, is a founding member of The Online Activism Institute. Its mission is to empower "community leaders who champion liberal values to achieve democratic change in their societies." What is amazing about this mission is that these "community leaders" are women in the Middle East and North Africa. The Institute is charting the course for a more democratic world in which women hold equal control of power. It is a daunting task.
