Democratic Socialists of America

2009 National Convention

November 13-15, 2009

Evanston, IL

November 13, 2009

DSA Convention opens

November 12, 2009

Reserved for pre-convention activity

October 13, 2009

Last day to reserve hotel rooms at guaranteed reduced rates.

September 29, 2009

Last day that locals may elect delegates to the convention.

September 13, 2009

Certification of at-large delegates to the convention (unless there are sufficient nominations to require an election).

September 9, 2009

Last day for at-large members to self nominate.

July 16, 2009

First day the locals may elect delegates to the convention.

July 15, 2009 Locals notified of the number of delegates they are entitled to elect.

July 10, 2009

Last date for new members to join and be counted in the delegate apportionment.

June 13, 2009

First day that at-large members may nominate themselves serve as a delegate to the convention

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These are times that cry out for a strong socialist voice. DSA will meet in convention a year into the administration of President Obama during a time of deep economic crisis. This convention will be among the most important that we have ever held. All members and friends are encouraged to attend DSA's National Convention -- November 13-15, 2009 -- in Evanston, IL, a suburb of Chicago, located just to the north of the city. The convention will be held at the Best Western University Plaza hotel, which is adjacent to the Northwestern University campus. The closest airport is O'Hare.

Convention Bulletins will be issued throughout the year as convention information becomes available.

Reduced Hotel Rates

A special rate of $109 per night (plus tax) for a single or a double has been set for the convention. The Best Western University Plaza is a union hotel. The hotel will extend the rate on either side of the convention if you wish to extend your stay. To guarantee the reduced rate you must reserve no later than October 13, 2009. The hotel does not have a web site that will allow you to make the reservation on-line at the group rate. However you may make reservations by email (only email to initiate a reservation) or by telephone. The telephone number is 847-491-6400 and is staffed 24 hours a day. Be sure to mention the Democratic Socialists of America to get the reduced rate. As with all hotel reservations credit card information or pre-payment of the first night will be required when you make your reservation. Reduced parking rates ($7/night) will be available.

Other Information

Information on convention fees and the travel share system will be available in June. The fee for DSA's last convention was $175. Information about the exact schedule and special events will be distributed as it becomes available. Information on getting to and from the airport and when to schedule your flights will be ready soon. Questions about the convention should be directed to DSA's National Director.

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Democratic Socialists of America

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