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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72"><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>Fellow Federationists,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Yes, it is that time of year again! Time for an epic east coast snow storm? Time for the beloved Green Bay Packers to make a heartbreaking exit from the NFL playoffs? Well, yes. But, no! It is time for the blind of the nation to converge on Capitol Hill to bring our message of equality and opportunity to our elected officials in Washington! We are very excited to have a strong student turnout this year, and I wanted to drop a quick line to convince you to spend your Tuesday evening after the Congressional reception with NABS!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>I have to ask. Do you like delectable desserts? Live music? To enjoy a cocktail or two while chatting with Federation friends old and new? If you said “yes,” I have fabulous news for you! NABS will be holding our annual NABS Café fundraiser from 8pm to midnight on Tuesday, January 26. Buy a wristband from any member of the NABS Board for $5 prior to 7pm on Tuesday, or pay $7 at the door. Either way, the cheesecake, chocolate mousse, and other tasty treats will satisfy your sweet tooth and the sweet sounds of Parnell Diggs, Katelyn McIntyre, and other talented Federation musicians will keep you tappin’ your toes. And, as always, Jackie Brown will be helping us auction off some great items, including: Sea World passes; gourmet chocolate, coffee, and wine; Bluetooth speakers; state themed baskets; an AppleTV; and much more! And, who knows, we might even get the band back together for a little bit of Rhythm of the Movement, the songs of the Federation!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>So after you hit the Hill and enjoy the reception, come relax with us back at the Holiday Inn. And, come early, before all that cheesecake gets gobbled up!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Have a fantastic weekend,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Sean<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Sean Whalen<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>President, National Association of Blind Students<o:p></o:p></p></div></body></html>