Wichita Kansas blogger Bob Weeks was recognized for his work in conservative online activism during the 2009 AFP Foundation Defending the American Dream Summit. See AFP Foundation New Media Director Erik Telford present Bob with the "Blogger of the Year Award" in the video below.

From time to time we come across a gross exaggeration that just simply has to be called out and this is a gross exaggeration to say the least.

Alan Rupe, one of the attorneys representing the Salina and Dodge City schools in Montoy v. State of Kansas made this statement which appeared in several newspapers, including the Dodge City Globe and the El Dorado Times on April 30, 2009:

“They (the Legislature) seem to have just eliminated their ability to raise taxes,” he said. “Meanwhile, the cuts to the schools are huge, and, in fact, return the education funding to pre-Montoy levels.”

About 50 Kansans were part of the crowd of 2,000 at AFP Foundation's 2009 Defending the American Dream Summit. One of our Kansas attendees, Kimberly Tibbs, has submitted some photos as well as her thoughts on the weekend:

The first day, Oct. 1st, we had a delightful morning full of activity: information gathering, shopping the various booths and countless opportunities to network with other groups. People were excited to be here in Washington, D.C., to let our voices be heard. Hundreds of people milled around striking up conversations with other "Fellow Americans." Strangers did not exist! Even the elevators were chatty with talk of "Where are you from?" and on and on it went. What an exciting time to be here.

2009 Defending the American Dream Summit

AFPF’s 2009 Defending the American Dream Summit was a tremendous success, with more than 2,100 grassroots activists from across the country pouring into Washington, D.C. for two days of grassroots training and networking. We had a great time getting to know some of our Kansas activists, and we’re sorry more AFP-Kansas members weren’t able to come.

Those who attended AFPF's Defending the Dream Summit last weekend in Washington had a sneak peak at this video outlining AFP-Kansas' accomplishments in 2009. Take a look!