Rich Paul, Carla Gericke, and James Cleaveland – Keenevention 2014’s Keynote Speakers
The final day of Keenevention 2014 featured a keynote from heroic civil disobedience and juror rights activist Rich Paul, panels covering Secession, Direct Action, Bitcoin, and Technology. That evening, dozens attended the longest-running social event for liberty folk in the Shire, “Social Sundays”.
Thank you to everyone who attended and helped out with the event – you made this a success! Interestingly, we had more pre-event tickets sold this year than last, but fewer walk-ins resulted in a smaller overall turnout. Multiple people had informed us that the weekend prior to the election was a tough time to have the event, due to last-minute political campaigning. So, that was likely a big factor as to why the event was a little smaller in attendance compared to 2013. Nonetheless, a great time was had, with attendees already posting accolades on Facebook. Here’s what the Outlaw Josie Wales had to say about Keenevention 2014:
“Words can’t even begin to describe this weekend, but I’ll try. Crazy, hilarious, educational, fun, deep, awe-inspiring….and completely unforgettable. So happy to see people I already know and love, and get to know even more amazingly wonderful human beings. I really didn’t know what to expect coming into this, but I’m insanely glad I could be a part of it. I have been so profoundly affected by the experiences of these men and women who have put themselves on the front lines, some of them risking their lives to help, educate, and protect innocent people from becoming victims of state brutality. The panels blew my mind, the parties reminded me that it’s okay to have fun once in a while, and the speeches inspired me to be better. Thanks to everyone who made Keenevention such an awesome experience.”
Plus, the media attended this year in the form of the Keene Sentinel and Union Leader. Stay tuned to the Keenevention or Free Keene blogs for the news coverage. Also coming soon to those blogs, just like last year, FULL video coverage of every panel and speaker at Keenevention. If you couldn’t make it in-person, the videos are the next best thing. The first video will be out this week, of the Legislative Panel. Meanwhile, follow Keenevention on facebook and please like the new HALLOWKEENE facebook page.
Social Sundays, Post-Keenevention 2014
