Life of a Dean Intern
Andrew, a fellow Longhorn, and UD who is an intern for Howard Dean in Burlington, VT this summer has allowed us to post several of his entries on the experience. Andrew has posted a few times on the Burnt Orange Report previously as well.

Here are some clips of his entries from his experience in Vermont. The Burnt Orange Report will periodically post Andrew's experiences in Burlington this summer:

Monday, June 02, 2003:

Alright! Well, I am in Vermont now, fulfilling my duty to God, my country and the good doctor Gov. Howard Dean in his run for President of the United States. This blog will serve as a convenient way for friends, family and others to keep up with my life, the campaign and other relevant topics.

The flights into VT were okay, though there was a nasty delay in Pittsburgh because of the weather. Flew in the world's smallest airliner to Burlington, Vermont, which might just be the most beautiful place on earth. You come down over these lush evergreen forrests covering these rolling mountains with streams and lakes in the crannies. Every now and again you see a little farm house and fields with grain silos. I went from the airport to the "flophouse" which currently houses 12 people with 1 shower, though 3 are moving to another house. We have satellite TV which is good, but no beds. I found an extra air mattress which helps out.

Friday, June 06, 2003

Well, it finally happened. I finally saw the elusive figure referred to in these parts as simply "The Governor." I saw Howard Dean in person today. I didn't get a chance to talk to him as he was dealing with finance stuff and talking to a former elected official. I think its rather pathetic how this guy is like a rock star to me or something but he is really cool. Other than that there hasn't been much for me to do today, but I hope that changes. I really wish I was busy, I want to feel like I am doing something important.

Tuesday, June 10, 2003

There were 3200 people at the Rally for Dean last night in Austin. That is the largest non-home state crowd for any candidate in this race so far. In Texas! In my adopted hometown! I know people that were there! News of this miraculous occurance prompted much cheering and shots of vodka and peppermint schnapps (we had no champagne) at the flophouse last night. We were in the midst of the "America isn't Easy" speech in The American President. We need an Andrew Shepard (the president in that movie) and Dean is the closest thing, in fact he's probably even better than him.

Congrats to all my homies in the ATX

Posted by: Byron L. and Andrew D.