The Sam Adams Alliance wants to encourage a wide range of activism, and there’s no better way to do that than to establish awards for those who contribute the most in various ways. To honor those who made a difference in 2009, the organization has launched the Sammies — and it’s not just a statuette and a hearty handshake, either:
The Sammies recognize exceptional citizen leaders committed to a freer society.The theme of this year’s Sammies, “We Are All Activists Now”, draws inspiration from this year’s historic burst of political engagement, manifest in tea parties, town halls, and a surge of citizen leadership at the state and local levels.
Cash prizes totaling $20,000 will be awarded to individuals who make significant contributions to the advancement of economic and individual liberty in the following categories:
Blogger: $3,000
Video: $3,000
Watchdog: $3,000
Town Hall: $3,000
Tea Party: $3,000
Modern-Day Sam Adams: $5,000All entries are due by February 17, 2010, and winners will be flown to Chicago and awarded at a red-carpet event in April.
I can attest from personal experience that the folks at the Sam Adams Alliance are serious, tireless advocates for individual liberty, limited government. They deserve a Sammie themselves, but this gives us an opportunity to recognize others and encourage more people to join the cause.
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