In early March, we opened registration for the Rally to Protect the American Dream on May 17th.  Since then, the response has exceeded our expectations.  Members are not only attending from the Washington, DC area, but are coming by the busload from around the country.

We have clearly touched a nerve with REALTORS® across the country who want to do something. And want to stand together. It has been simply amazing to watch REALTOR® leaders at every level of the organization take the reins and begin building the momentum to mobilize REALTORS® to come to Washington, DC  to be a part of this incredible event.

Here are some inspiring voices I want to share with you:

Watch Northern Virginia REALTORS® talk about why their association is making the rally a high priority and are mobilizing their members to attend.

Get inspired by former NAR President Ron Phipps‘ passionate plea for REALTORS® to stand together and organize into one powerful voice.

Read an OpEd on why the Fort Collins Association of REALTORS® feels home ownership must remain top national priority and why Colorado REALTORS® are headed to Washington on May 17th.

Hear from 2012 NAR Treasurer Bill Armstrong about how the rally is about more than just home ownership and why it is important for commercial members to attend.

I hope these voices will inspire you to act. Because now is the time to get serious about getting engaged in the REALTOR® Party. I want you to begin your journey in defending the fabric that has made this country so great – home ownership and investment in real estate – by registering today.

We’re off to great start! Now, I need you to join us to build our presence in what will be a historic day for REALTORS® and our industry. I hope to see you there in a big sea of blue on May 17th.