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March 2007

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March 2007

-- A Special Honor: Kate Presented with GLAAD Media Pioneer Award
-- Survey Update: Last Chance to Participate, Kate Responds To A Survey Request, COMING SOON: Win a Date with Kate!
-- Site News
-- EduKate
-- Monthly Trivia Contest: Win an Anniversary T-Shirt
-- Kate Clinton Tour News
-- Fan Spotlight
-- Booking and Publicity

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Kate visits with Sister MaryAgnes of God from Our Lady of Psychological Warfare.

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A Special Honor: Kate Presented with GLAAD Media Pioneer Award
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CONGRATULATIONS Miss Clinton - and we are not talking about the Senator!
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We are excited to inform you that Cynthia Nixon will be presenting the Pioneer Award to Kate Clinton at this year's NYC GLAAD Media Awards.
To learn more about The 18th Annual GLAAD Media Awards in New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco and their newest addition South Florida, please go to:

http://www.glaad.org/mediaawards

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Survey Update
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Last Chance to Participate

As you know, we haven't wasted any time implementing some of your suggestions! In the near future Kate will challenge younger lesbians to blaze a trail, publish podcasts, and answer questions from fans. We will continue to implement your ideas - they are very helpful to us! And remember it is still not too late to be part of the survey:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.asp?u=243463058143

The optional drawing, open to those who take the survey, will put you in the running to win an Anniversary T-Shirt and Kate's new here!Comedy Presents DVD. To be entered in the drawing, take it and then send us your contact details.
kate@kateclinton.com

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Kate Responds To A Survey Request: How can you be part of the political movement?

For a number of summers, when I worked at the Vixen at the Pilgrim House in Provincetown, the manager was the indefatigable Pam Parmakian. Despite the late hours, early mornings, emergencies in the housekeeping staff, iffy electricity to the sound system and the delicacies of crowd control, she was always a fair boss to her staff and a great support to me. Despite her endless bookkeeping, ordering, management, scheduling duties she never lost a sense of fun. She claimed it was her Armenian roots. And she loved the beauty and history of her town. Her small boat with a 15 horsepower engine was called "To the Point" and she always managed a trip or two or week across the harbor to back beach with her beloved German Shepherd, named Lucky. That's what I called her anyway. The dog was lucky to be with Pam.

Over the years, in the off-season Pam became involved in lots of town committees - low-income housing, Ptown promotion, historic preservation, taxes. Some "off-seasons" she served on two or three community boards. A passionate civic learner, she would tell me about how she was facing her fear of public speaking by giving reports or speaking at town meeting. She recently told me that she has decided to run for Board of Selectman, the six-member board which runs Provincetown. She said she was doing it because, "I've got a lot of ideas and I love this town".

My girlfriend has a book on her shelves called "Freedom is an Endless Meeting". In fact it is. I am very grateful that people like Pam, who wanted to have a say in her town, took the first small steps of learning how the town works by being on boards and that she now is ready for larger responsibility of the bigger job. I'm so proud of her. She really shows how getting involved at the local level starts. You can do it too. Be a part. Start small. But start.

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COMING SOON: Win a Date with Kate!

That's right, a get-together with Kate herself! Also due to feedback from readers like you, this offer will be exclusive to newsletter members only. Look for contest details in the April newsletter.

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Site News
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Survey-licious New Items on CafePress!

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Thanks to your feedback on the survey, we've got all-new stuff for you at CafePress! Check out Kate's new Climate Change tour apparel including black shirts, hoodies, and all new products featuring fan-favorite one-liners like "Lazy Top" and "Women laughing together is like women coming together."
http://www.cafepress.com/kateclinton

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Climate Change

"And three cheers to the national Concerned Women for America for putting out a press release defending Ann Coulter, claiming that she..."

http://kateclinton.com/communikate/climate_change/

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A Perfect Women's History Month E-Card

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Have you sent a free electronic Kate Clinton greeting card? Surprise someone with a note in their mailbox:
http://pub28.bravenet.com/postcard/post.php?usernum=2381952992

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here! Comedy Presents Kate Clinton

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Beloved political humorist, Kate Clinton, cuts lose and runs with the burning issues of the day - same and same old sex marriage, pop and pope culture, good and bad Bush fatigue - in this one-funny woman, standup performance. You'll laugh til you think!

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http://www.heretv.com

Check out the latest review in Oasis Magazine:
http://www.oasismag.com/magazine?page=4

Find out more and order your DVD now:
http://kateclinton.com/katemart/2006/07/here_comedy_presents_kate_clin.html

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The HA [Humor Activism] Corner

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We want to hear your activism stories. Anyone doing anything out there? It has been real quiet! Don't be shy, share some of the witty, gay civil protests you've done, in our HA [Humor Activism] Corner.

Check out the latest HA! Corner entry from Laurie: "My partner Janice and I attended a public meeting over the hubbub concerning public television stations airing (or not airing) the Buster Rabbit series "SugarShack" episode!"
http://kateclinton.com/communikate/forum/viewtopic.php?t=5

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Step Into Our Forum: Get in on the Action!

"Hey there, Recovering Catholics. I know you're out there. I've seen you at my shows -- sung with you in fact. I'd love to hear from you. Anyone have any horror stories to share?"
http://kateclinton.com/communikate/forum/viewtopic.php?t=83

"There are a million amazing books out there full of strategies for impeaching Bush... Have you read any of these? Which ones would you recommend?"
http://kateclinton.com/communikate/forum/viewtopic.php?t=101

Check out even more discussions here - and join in!
http://kateclinton.com/communikate/forum

Please note we have been having some glitches in our forum setup and approval system, and we are working hard to fix the problem. All glitches will be fixed by April 1st. Thank you for your patience.

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EduKate
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Quotable K8T

"You'd like to think that the Catholic Church would protect actual live children as much as they protect fetuses."
- Kate Clinton

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Outspoken Activist Of The Month: Kathy Kelly from Voices for Creative Non-Violence

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Voices for Creative Nonviolence has deep, long-standing roots in active nonviolent resistance to U.S. war-making. Begun in the summer of 2005, Voices draws upon the experiences of those who challenged the brutal economic sanctions imposed by the U.S. and U.N. against the Iraqi people between 1990 and 2003

Kathy Kelly, 53, of Chicago, IL, is co-coordinator of Voices for Creative Nonviolence. She helped initiate Voices in the Wilderness, a campaign to end the UN/US sanctions against Iraq in 1996. For bringing "medicine and toys" to Iraq in open violation of the UN/US sanctions, she and other campaign members were notified of a proposed $163,000 penalty for the organization, and threatened with 12 years in prison.

Read more about Kathy's work:
http://vcnv.org/speaker-bio/kathy-kelly

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Outspoken Organization Of The Month: Soulforce

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"The purpose of Soulforce is freedom for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people from religious and political oppression through the practice of relentless nonviolent resistance."
Wherever you are on your journey of faith, Whatever your sexual orientation or gender identity, What ever your religion, race, age, ability, color, or creed, You are welcome to join us in learning, teaching, and applying the “soul force' principles of relentless nonviolent resistance as taught by Gandhi and King as we work together to stop spiritual violence against Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender people that flows out of the teachings and actions of religious leaders and their communities of faith.
- The People of Soulforce

http://www.soulforce.org

Soulforce Equality Ride

Homophobia is globally pervasive, and no community or school escapes its reach. In 2006, during the inaugural Equality Ride, participants traveled to nineteen schools and engaged students, faculty, and administrators in conversation about the damaging effects of homophobic doctrine, the false notion that lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender identities are sick and sinful. This year, the journey continues with fifty young adults going to thirty-two Christian colleges and universities. Two buses are taking the group on two distinct routes around the country in creative pursuit of social justice. In doing so, they are empowered to change countless lives. Love liberates the oppressed, redeems the lost, and resurrects the spirit.

Their journey has begun. Check out the latest updates from the road: Equality Bus defaced in Sioux City, IO. Arrests made at Notre Dame University followed by arrests MO, OK, and WI.
http://www.equalityride.org

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Page One: K8T is reading...

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Preventing Violence by James Gilligan

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Funny Times - a monthly cartoon magazine. We all need some laughs.
http://www.funnytimes.com/

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Monthly Trivia Contest: Win an Anniversary Tour T-Shirt
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The first person to email us with the correct answer to the following trivia question gets an Anniversary tour t-shirt from CafePress. Score! Here's the question: "When in PTown, where does Kate perform regularly?"

Click here to email us your answer:
kate@kateclinton.com

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Last Month's Contest

Last month's question was, "What is the name of Kate's hoped-for back-up band?" The answer is Vessels of Sin. Congratulations to February's Trivia winner Lisa Johnson. Thanks for playing - better luck to the rest of you this month!

Check out Kate's CafePress stuff here:
http://cafepress.com/kateclinton

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Kate Clinton Tour News
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April 2007 brings the last Anniversary show to Denver, Englewood and Boulder, Colorado!

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4/6/07
25th Anniversary Show Englewood, CO Gothic Theatre 1-866-468-7621

Get your tickets online:
http://www.ticketweb.com

Event produced by:
http://www.mavenproductions.com

More Kate's Dates:
http://kateclinton.com/kates-dates/

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Get Ready for Climate Change!

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4/16/07
New York , NY NGLTF Event The Grand Hyatt http://www.thetaskforce.org (845) 331-5300

4/30/07
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic Olivia http://www.olivia.com (845)831-6277

4/28/07
Boston, MA Fenway Women's Dinner Party Westin Copley http://www.fenwayhealth.org

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Hey There, Vacation Planners

Many of you see Kate while on vacation, right? To make life a little easier for you, we've posted a full Provincetown, MA schedule and put in Ticket On-Sale Dates for other events. Check it out:
http://kateclinton.com/kates-dates/

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Kate's Posts from the Road

Read Kate's latest Tour News from Seattle, Palm Springs and Pasadena:
"WARNING: This is an Ann Coulter free space. Whether you are talking for her or against her, you're still talking about her. Nothing makes her happier, so enough..."
http://kateclinton.com/communikate/2007_tour_notes/

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Kate Blogs her way onto OurChart.com
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http://www.ourchart.com/kate-clinton/

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Live From Seattle: Kate's Community Matters

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http://am1090seattle.com/pages/16874.php?

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Women and Sports

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"Many of us have our own way of taking a stand and speaking out for what we believe is right. Some use force, some use words, some take political action, and some of us increase awareness through education. But Kate Clinton has..."
http://www.womenssportsfoundation.org/cgi-bin/iowa/issues/itat/news/index.html?record=1178

http://www.ItTakesATeam.org

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Bring Kate to Your Workplace

Prudential and Stride Rite have - why not your employer? Whether it's a training seminar, holiday party, caucus meeting, trade show or sales meeting, Kate offers a variety of shows to fit your many corporate entertainment needs. Remember Kate can design a show to meet your particular requirements.

For personal appearances/performances (i.e. standup, hosting, emceeing, business and organization presentations) contact:
Tam Martin, Artist Representative
Beachfront Bookings/Productions
[Beachfront Bookings/Productions logo]
P.O. Box 13218, Portland, OR 97213-0218
(503) 281-3874 phone | (503) 281-3881 fax
tammartin@aol.com
http://beachfrontbookings.com

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The Bottom Line

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"According to Kate Clinton, the healthiest thing to do is 'to have sex.' (Go ahead. Try it. I'll wait.)" Well, it's a delicious piece...

http://www.psbottomline.com/coverstory.html

Find out more about Bottom Line Magazine:
http://www.psbottomline.com

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Fan Spotlight
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Send Kate a letter or a photo - we're always posting new fan photos on the site and Kate loves to hear from you! Here are some recent letters and photos. Keep 'em coming!

See more fan photos:
http://kateclinton.com/kate-multimedia/

Send Kate a photo or letter:
kate@kateclinton.com

Dear Kate,
Perhaps this is not the correct forum for this comment, but your communion photo completely distracted me at work. My goodness, you have been cute as a button your entire life! Just adorable!

Thank you for including it on your CommuniKate newsletter. It is a great
way to kick of Lent.

Cheers,
Julie

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Oh Troy you silly boy!

Susan Gore and Ann Join Kate for some fun in the heart of Texas...
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Hi there!

I'm sure that your inbox is always full of people who sing your praises, and I belong to that chorus as well. Oddly, I have somewhat of a personal affinity for you, not in the stalker way that you might think, but that we are from the same area, that of sunny Syracuse in the Great White North. You also knew my mother at one time (to get the name dropping part out of the way), you knew her as Kathy O'Connor, or Rabbit, and her friend Caroline, as Fred. I believe that you all attended summer camp together, and I also know Killer (I used to babysit for her kids). I devoured your book that you signed for Mom years ago, and have been hooked ever since. In another parallel, I also left the confines of the Catholic Church, and I hear that the residual twitch will go away before too long, but I now freely and off key sing my praises to the Unit with the rest of Unitarian Universalists everywhere.

I have yet to see you in person, because I live in San Diego and you rarely come here. I don't necessarily begrudge you that, because, well, I live here, and I understand. I wish that I could come see you in Palm Springs/Palm Desert, but my work schedule is grueling at best, and the commute is currently shaving years off of my life.

I have been writing myself for a bit, and I am sure that you also have a huge base of folks who also send you their ramblings, and in this I am no different. My friends think that it's good, and I'm just not sure, but that is really an issue for me and my shrink. So here it is. I hope that you take a few minutes to peruse, and I hope that I make you laugh. Or at least think about it. Any feedback would also be welcome. If nothing, so be it, but I do hope to catch you in person before too long.

I do think that you're fabulous.

Thank you,
ML O'Conner
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"The poor man who is currently our president has reached such a point of befuddlement that he thinks stem cell research is the same as taking human lives, but that 40,000 dead Iraqi civilians are progress toward democracy," from a July 2006 column urging commentator Bill Moyers to run for president. In memory of Molly Ivins. Raise more hell.

Kate,

It was fun to see you last night - Seattle. I was in the balcony or I would have rushed to the stage with a tissue or maybe even a box of tissue. Right now I am trying to figure out how to get tissue to you in Palm Springs.

My absolute favorite story is:

In the 80's you were doing a show in Seattle promoted by our group, Uncommon Partners. I had the phone # for concert information so it rang often - the days of guerilla marketing.

So, I answered the phone, "Lesbian City Hall". You in town that day for the show, calling me. You immediately said "Hi, I would like to lick the mayor."

Of course I also remember having you ride on my motorcycle up the brick road, picking you up at the airport in my Studebaker coup.

And, speaking of 25 years. I will never forget Dino Sierp calling me one day in 1983 (I think) when I coordinated the Nat'l Women's Music Festival while living in Bloomington, Indiana. She was in charge of the Showcase. She said " there is a woman who wants to be on the showcase, her girlfriend is calling and said they would sleep in their van, but please to let them come". I told her if they are that into it - say yes. Then, I also remember dropping by to see some of the showcase and saw yo pacing, pacing, pacing the hallway to get ready for your show. I imagine you still do that. You were great that day all those years ago and you are amazing now.

I had some major brain seizures last April and still have lots of smaller ones so wasn't sure I could see the Seattle show. For months I was in a fog, confused and not sure of much. Luckily I get to heal and although heavily medicated (brain seizure disorder or adult onset epilepsy) am doing well. Lori, my partner of 6 years, and I live on a big boat on Lake Union which is downtown Seattle. It is fun and a wonderful place to heal. I am still able to work but part time going forward. I too keep track of the news and really enjoyed your take on things of course.

I remember more from the past than the present so am glad I could tell you a story...

Hugs and love,
Teri

Hi Kate --

I ran into your site and schedule on a site for Cape Cod. Believe it or not...I was a student of yours in 1977 at Jamesville-DeWitt High School...and now I live on Cape Cod. I noticed you'll be at the Crown and Anchor in P-Town at the end of May and I plan on attending one of your shows. I doubt you'll remember me but I'll be sure to say hello. I'm glad to see you are doing something you love....you were a great teacher!!

Thanks and I hope to see you in May --
Dave Whiteside
JD class of '77

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Booking and Publicity
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Whether you're with an organization, corporation, club, theater or bookstore, feel free to inquire about having Kate entertain you for the evening. You can now find workshop and presentation descriptions here:
http://kateclinton.com/booking-publicity

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For personal appearances/performances (i.e. standup, hosting, emceeing, business and organization presentations) contact:
Tam Martin, Artist Representative
Beachfront Bookings/Productions
[Beachfront Bookings/Productions logo]
P.O. Box 13218, Portland, OR 97213-0218
(503) 281-3874 phone | (503) 281-3881 fax
tammartin@aol.com
http://beachfrontbookings.com

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For College and University lectures, contact:
Jodi Solomon
Jodi Solomon Speakers Bureau, Incorporated
325 Huntington Avenue Suite 112, Boston, MA 02115
(617) 266-3450 phone | (617) 266-5660 fax
http://www.jodisolomonspeakers.com

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For media & merchandise inquiries, contact:
Michele Karlsberg Marketing & Management
47 Dongan Hills Ave, Staten Island, NY 10306
(718) 351-9599 phone | (718) 980-4262 fax
karlsbergm@aol.com

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kate@kateclinton.com
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Booking & Publicity

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