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While discussing new media and creative writing with Tom Kealey, I discovered the brand new LitPAC--a political action committee that rallies writers in support of progressive candidates. Founded by the literary-political-web-saavy writer, Stephen Elliott, they have an impressive list of participating authors.
Check them out:
"LitPAC is about getting authors more involved in the political process. Through literary fundraisers like The Progressive Reading Series along with individual donations LitPAC intends to support at least 15 house candidates running in 2006 with direct gifts of up to $5,000. We currently endorse four candidates, Tony Trupiano in Michigan 11, Nick Lampson in Texas 22, Tammy Duckworth in Illinois 6, and Patricia Madrid in New Mexico 1."
Even better, Elliott has agreed to answer Five Easy Questions for ThePublishingSpot, showing us how to bridge separate writing communities like political bloggers and creative writers. In the meantime, the LitPAC is funded by the Progressive Readings Series, bringing fantastic writers to San Francisco on April 10th and to us New Yorkers on April 17th.
Keep an eye on the readings schedule...
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