In a message dated 97-12-13 14:23:09 EST, [log in to unmask] writes: << Please address any additional questions, comments or requests to Michael Claeys, PAN's Community Outreach Coordinator, (800) 850-4726 or email ." >> I was thinking that our largest single source of research dollars still remains with the Federal Government. Perhaps the Miami Delegates should consider spear heading an effort to join all the disease advocacy groups under one banner to enlarge a united health group advacacy collation. We would need a catchy name for the assembled group which would be neutral to all the united advocacy groups . I think I will contact another national group probable American Diabetes Association to discuss this topic with them. I would like to represent myself as being affiliated with PAN during this inquiry. Mike If this proposal meets with your approval let me know and I will go ahead and make overtures. Dale Severance [log in to unmask] 315-682-3161