From the GREAT STATE OF MAINE… News from Netroots Nation Every year the grand poobahs at the country's #1 progressive grassroots convention---in St. Louis this year from July 14-17---does something new to make the event even grassrootsier. As executive director Raven Brooks explains, this year you'll have a greater say in choosing which breakout sessions and training workshops will be featured at this year's event: It’s time for you to submit your ideas.