The following is an email from Chairman Larry Gates:

Dear Kansas Democrats, In 20 days, our country will come together to inaugurate Barack Obama as the 44th president of the United States. Although most of us won't be traveling to Washington D.C. for the speeches and parties, we can play an even more important role in this historic event here at home. Click here to help Barack Obama and Joe Biden make history this January 19th. Renewing America's promise begins with each one of us making a commitment to bring change to our local communities. On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the day before Inauguration, Barack Obama is calling upon all Americans to participate in a national day of service, following in the legacy of one of America's great social justice leaders. Join him by helping the Presidential Inaugural Committee organize a day of service in your community. At a time when many jobs are being cut, wages are falling and our communities are feeling the impact of the struggling economy, it's time to set aside all that divides us and work together to lend a hand. January 19-20th will be just the beginning of our nation coming together to bring change to our communities. Join Barack Obama and millions of Americans in this historic time. Click here to learn how. I wish you and your family this best in the coming New Year, and look forward to making history with you in January. Sincerely, Larry GatesChairmanKansas Democratic Party