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Ricochet Boston Meetup and Panel
Saturday evening, @michaelstopa hosted a Ricochet meetup and a “How’s Trump Doing So Far?” panel discussion. It looks like we had over 50 attendees and signed up six or eight new Ricochet members. We had a great space: a large closed patio with effective space heaters and attentive service.
For the first hour and a bit we socialized:
Above L-R: @PJS, @KateBraestrup, @IShotTheSerif
Above L-R: @PJS, @HenryRacette, @KateBraestrup, @IShotTheSerif
Above: Team Maine
Then it was time for the panel:
Above L-R: @ToddFeinburg, Jessica Vaughan, @MichaelGraham, @roblong
Michael Graham went on a rant repeatedly asking, “Where is my drink?” The Bushmills fairy appeared, and was told she is loved.
Above is Geoff Diehl, the brave soul running against Faux-cahontas.
@JonahGoldberg was right: Rob does look like Santa. He wasn’t quite sure about having his picture taken with Stopa’s hat. But there is no escaping PJS and the mighty Nikon.
It was a nice showcase for Ricochet. We had people with all sorts of thoughts and feelings about President Trump. They were expressed strongly, but not abusively, no name-calling or other attacks. We were thoughtful, respectful, and polite. That’s what we’re all about.
All y’all that were there, please share your experiences with everyone. And if you weren’t there, why not have your own meetup? I’ll be happy to help (in person or via email/PM/phone).
Respectfully submitted,
PJS
Ricochet PTA Mom/Den Mother, and the Bushmills Fairy
Uncommon Knowledge at the Reagan Library
Sunday afternoon 500-600 people gathered at the Ronald Reagan Library for a live edition of Uncommon Knowledge. A large contingent of Ricoteers was in the audience, and if you didn’t make it, we missed you! Our beloved Peter Robinson was interviewed by Ricochet contributor and all-around lovely guy, Pat Sajak, who is also known for playing hangman on TV.
The Uncommon Knowledge episode was wonderful! Peter told us quite a few anecdotes about the evolution of the “Tear Down This Wall” speech, a few of which made me tear up. I know some of you watched it via livestream, and the Blue Yeti promises to have it properly posted soon. Patience, please, as he is a VERY busy Yeti for the next few weeks.
Afterwards we had a nice reception in the front room of the museum. Pat and Peter worked the room, and chatted with lots of us. We even got some great pictures. Everyone, please post yours here, or start a new thread with your impressions.
Of course, the one cord I need to connect the big camera to my laptop did not make it into my bag, so iPhone pics will have to do for now.
Here’s (l-r) the Blue Yeti, me, and Peter:
Upon leaving the Library, a party-dedicated band of Ricoteers invaded a local vineyard (Stonehaus in Westlake) for food, drink, and conversation. Here’s partial list of attendees: Jamie Lockett (one of my new best friends), barbara lydick, Annefy, Cowgirl, 6Foot2, David Sussman (ya’ll check out his Whiskey Politics podcast), Larry Koler, Brian Watt, Bereket Kelile, and quite a few whose screen names I missed. We also had some lurkers and some prospective members.
If you have never made it to a live meet-up, you are missing something special. Don’t wait around; initiate one! If you’re going somewhere, post asking if there are any members nearby who would like to get together. This is a special community. I love it!
Respectfully submitted,
PJS
Ricochet PTA Mom and Den Mother (thanks Jamie)