Results 161 to 170 of 950
-
January 12th, 2019, 11:03 AM #161
-
January 12th, 2019, 01:37 PM #162Active Member
- Join Date
- Mar 2016
- Location
-
Mercer,
Pennsylvania
(Mercer County) - Posts
- 208
- Rep Power
- 8881041
Re: *****Harrisburg Rally, 5/6/19*****
Thank you. Well said and good ideas.
And I hope everyone knows I wasn't trying to be critical of the enthusiasm. I think it's great.
And Longcall hit the nail on head, "our types" are very ornery and independent unlike the "other side" which will go in lock step without much thought.
I think the county/regional idea is very smart. If this gets any legs, I can commit for Mercer County. My only problem would be social media.....I don't do it.
-
January 12th, 2019, 01:55 PM #163
Re: *****Harrisburg Rally, 5/6/19*****
I'm also not trying to be too critical, but that's a problem.
This Pittsburgh Rally was mostly successful due to social media blasting, not posting on PAFOA. We were able to bring together many diverse groups because of social media. The media reports about it being a stereotypical white male cock fest are demonstrably false and that's due in large part to independent social media streaming.
A lot of planning for the next steps are currently occurring on social media pages and private chats. Those that refuse to use social media are being left out of the greater conversation.Life has a melody. Not great, not terrible.
-
January 12th, 2019, 02:01 PM #164Active Member
- Join Date
- Mar 2016
- Location
-
Mercer,
Pennsylvania
(Mercer County) - Posts
- 208
- Rep Power
- 8881041
-
January 12th, 2019, 02:06 PM #165
Re: *****Harrisburg Rally, 5/6/19*****
-
January 12th, 2019, 02:08 PM #166
Re: *****Harrisburg Rally, 5/6/19*****
I certainly don't want folks to do something they simply don't want to do, I'm just making a point. This rally went from 5 of us in a private chat saying "let's rally" to 600+ people showing up on those steps in 2 weeks. Social media makes things happen faster than flyers and forum posts. That being said, those things still have a place as well. Everyone can play a part. You (the general you) don't want to do social media but will hand out flyers? GREAT, we can certainly use you. Want to make phone calls? Emails? Etc? Also great! It all matters. In fact, I just told someone privately that if there are guys that want to work those avenues, it lessens my burden where I can focus on social media aspects.
It's all important. My ultimate point is that I believe that the use of social media has the ability to keep the momentum going. Also, for as anti gun as Facebook is, not once did they interfere with anything we posted, planned, or discussed about the Pittsburgh Rally. However, one of our organizers is on a 7 day timeout for something.Life has a melody. Not great, not terrible.
-
January 12th, 2019, 02:08 PM #167
Re: *****Harrisburg Rally, 5/6/19*****
85% of those in Pittsburgh went because Kaitlin was going to be there! :-)
On a serious note, I don't suggest that we ignore social media, but if we can get to gun clubs, stores and small groups, they all include the people who are generally most passionate. It is a well known fact that online communities do not translate well to 'in-person' activities. Doesn't mean they should be ignored, but probably not relied on solely if we truly want turnout. Seems that all avenues should be pursued. It is more a matter of getting people to do it. 3 or 4 people on social media can get a lot done. Doing the area leader thing is labor intensive and we have a shortage of volunteers.Help us restore election integrity in PA. Join PA Voters United
-
January 12th, 2019, 02:10 PM #168
-
January 12th, 2019, 09:41 PM #169
Re: *****Harrisburg Rally, 5/6/19*****
I'm a believer in social media. I get a lot of information I would never even be aware of otherwise. Justin is right, this last rally was a pure grass roots explosion. I witnessed it from start to finish. By tagging friends posts with information about the rally I spread the word to each and everyone of there friends. I'm sure there were at least a few at the rally because of this. It spread like fire.
I'd be willing to take on Westmoreland County if we start organizing. If anybody want s to hook up on facebook send me a PM.2021 PMSC/PAFOA Group shoot dates here https://forum.pafoa.org/showthread.php?t=366923
-
January 13th, 2019, 10:33 AM #170
Re: *****Harrisburg Rally, 5/6/19*****
Got vacation time coming up. Going to try and make this one.
Similar Threads
-
Harrisburg rally
By Lion's Grip in forum GeneralReplies: 0Last Post: May 12th, 2015, 09:58 AM -
2A rally in Harrisburg 4/29. Who's going?
By ray h in forum FranklinReplies: 0Last Post: March 4th, 2014, 02:13 PM -
Harrisburg 2A Rally Jan 23
By blitzo in forum ErieReplies: 2Last Post: January 6th, 2013, 04:02 AM -
Anyone going to the rally in Harrisburg?
By thatJeffguy in forum GeneralReplies: 1Last Post: April 7th, 2009, 01:48 AM -
Harrisburg Pro-Gun Rally
By RugerNiner in forum GeneralReplies: 6Last Post: November 11th, 2008, 08:28 AM
Bookmarks