"Camp Wellstone does an amazing job of creating a clear vision of how to win an election." -Radha New Jersey
"I was so taken aback by the quality of the whole experience, I thought I was accustomed to capable people because of where I work but I was pretty much blown away" -Jennifer, Los Angeles
"I feel renewed. I feel creative again. I feel like we can move forward in this horrid political climate. I didn't anticipate feeling that way" -Rebecca, Atlanta
"The presenters always laid out really clean tangible goals that dealt with issues that activists from all political persuasions can relate to." -Lilly, Campus Camp Wellstone at Carleton College
"I've had a great experience at Camp Wellstone! This training was all I expected and more! Ive been an activist for 24 years and I got a lot out of the training in terms of info and skills-and inspiration to keep on" -Viynn, New Jersey
"I am so happy to have had this opportunity! What a terrific investment in our collective futures!" -Kathie, Milwaukee
"As more people attend Camp Wellstone we will build a capable skills-based cadre of progressive leaders and workers to reclaim our democracy" -Anne, Washington D.C.
"I had a fantastic experience at the training, and I feel so much more informed/inspired to continue to be involved in progressive politics" -Kate, Los Angeles
"I realized how much potential power I have. I felt empowered. I learned the actual steps to take toward changing things that I care about" -Rachel, Campus Camp Wellstone at Carleton College
"Campus Camp Wellstone renewed my progressive spirit and motivated me to become more active on campus and in my community. It also connected me to more activists on campus" -Student, Campus Camp Wellstone at Pitzer College
"Camp Wellstone is an opportunity to be the change you want to see in the world. I feel fortunate to have had the chance, and I'm proud to have graduated" -Rajan Milwaukee
"I've done a lot of campaign work but now have a more in-depth understanding so I can build the foundation for my campaign" -Sharon, Washington D.C.
"Camp Sheila Wellstone combined information with inspiration" -Mike, Atlanta
"Grassroots advocacy and lobbying was very useful information for me to see that me, as a concerned individual, could potentially influence change on a large scale" -Kathleen, Washington D.C.
"The secret ingredients to working successfully within politics? Show up, work hard, have a serious degree of chutzpah, find inspiring candidates to work for, find mentors, get good grassroots training, and always keep your eye on the possible" -Kim, Colorado
"There are few moments in one's life when you are at the right place at the right time, doing the right thing. I just experienced one of those rare and perfect moments." -Pat, Missouri
"I had only done lobbying once in my life and was painfully shy about it. However, due to my experience at Camp Wellstone and the lobbying simulation, I was able to feel confident enough to phone state legislators regarding a bill I was concerned about and give my message." -Laurie, Pennsylvania
"I am putting to use the skills I got out of Camp Wellstone by meeting with public officials, knowing how to perform GOTV operations, and staying on message for the upcoming battle. Thanks to all of the hard work that your organization put into training all of us, I can honestly say I am more prepared than ever for the world of politics and progressive change. -Padi, Ohio
"I think Camp Wellstone for me was another step in the process of me getting more active politically again." -Amy, Minnesota
"Thanks to Wellstone Action for all your help and support - especially moral support. It feels like this will be our year!" -Tina, Minnesota
"The camp was the best money my campaign has spent!" -Jeff, Ohio
"My campaign is going great. I have another Camp Wellstone grad who just drew up my field plan and we are implementing it." -Lonny, Iowa
"The Wellstone training was extremely informative and innovative. We are presently implementing the plans and strategies learned attending the St. Louis Camp Wellstone." -John, Missouri
"In the run-off week of campaigning, we rolled up our sleeves, dug deep into our Camp Wellstone handbook, and burned off loads of elbow grease!" (John, Ohio)
"Camp Wellstone was exactly what I needed to prepare for the campaign." -Rebecca, Michigan
"The Camp Wellstone training was very helpful - only wish my entire team had been able to attend!" -Kim, Minnesota
"While I am a long time political activist, there is only so much I can do by myself. The Wellstone training camp taught me how to teach others." -Jean, Florida
"I loved my Camp Wellstone experience." -John, Minnesota
"I must say I learned MUCH the weekend I was in Kansas City for the Wellstone Camp!" -John, Missouri
"Wellstone Action rocks!" -Allan, Florida
"I really enjoyed learning about Paul Wellstone's own personal outlook, with regard to his integrity and political views." -Shirley, Florida
"Thank you for inspiring us, for teaching us the tools necessary to win, and for sharing with us the passion and knowledge of Paul and Sheila Wellstone." -anonymous
"Thank you for this opportunity! So many great connections, so much inspiration, so many new friends." -Doug, Georgia
"Thank you for showing me that it is possible to be a politician without compromising my progressive roots." -Yochi, Michigan
"This has given me the hope and inspiration I needed!" -Alex, Tennessee
"I learned much, but more importantly I felt, and had the opportunity to contribute to, an incredible driving progressive energy!" -Eli, Ohio
"This has been the most useful three days of my life...It was amazing." -Nic, Minnesota
"This kind of thing gives us every hope in the world. We can do anything, really." -Sonia, Minnesota