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October 19, 2005BELTWAY BLOGROLL
House GOP Outreach To Bloggers
Perhaps taking a cue from folks at the Republican National Committee, House Republicans have invited bloggers to Capitol Hill tomorrow for an "exclusive interview opportunity." Matt Margolis at Blogs for Bush has the details, including links to other bloggers who have been invited.
So far, it sounds like the outreach is limited to GOP-friendly blogs. "It certainly makes sense for House Republicans to make the offer," Blogs for Bush reader Rick Ellis noted. "If any group of politicians need to reach out to their base right now, it's them.
"But I can't help wondering if this effort might be a bit more effective if they invited a few folks who aren't like-minded bloggers. How about a few moderate or even liberal bloggers? Yes, they might blog some things that aren't always complimentary, but otherwise you're just preaching to the choir."
Liberty Lover added this warning: "It's flattering to be invited by such important people to such an important place. Bloggers have become a force in society, now pols are trying to make you a constituency. Be wary of being wooed, bought, and quid-pro-quo-ed."
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