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Feb 03
On February 2nd, 2012, our chair, Martha Koester, resigned. She has served the district well, but the redistricting means she’s not going to be in the district anymore and it’s time for a re-org. Elections for all e-board positions will be held on February 21st at our general meeting. Until then, our vice-chair, Marvin Rosete, …
Jan 30
When? Sunday, February 5th 2:00-6:00 pm Where? North Seattle Friends Church Directions 7740 24th Ave NE, Seattle 98115
Jan 30
Below is an introduction to why Democrats oppose charter schools. The attrition rate for KIPP, the “successful” franchise that is being pushed hard by Stand for Schools and the League of Education Voters, is 30% per year in grades 6, 7 and 8, with the rate for African American males being 40% per year. This …
Jan 21
From Dwight Pelz: Please help us in our search for Washington homeowners who have faced foreclosure trouble as a result of the predatory and fraudulent practices on Wall Street. We need folks who are willing to share their stories publicly, and tell Rob McKenna why his record on Wall Street is unacceptable. If you have …
Jan 19
A friend posted a pretty awesome commentary on what to do about horrible laws like SOPA, long-term. Yesterday’s protest was great for raising awareness and getting Congress to back down, but unless we do something drastic, this kind of legislation will just be back year after year. Take a look and let’s do something to …
Jan 19
From NARAL: Today in Olympia, the House and Senate health care committees are holding hearings on the Reproductive Parity Act (HB 2330/SB 6185), exciting new legislation that will require all health insurance policies sold in the state that cover maternity care to cover abortion care. All women, regardless of income, deserve equal access to health insurance …
Jan 19
Metro invites you to have a say about RapidRide F Line routing and stop locations RapidRide service will be coming to Burien, SeaTac, Tukwila, and Renton when the F Line starts rolling in 2013. We want to hear from you now about proposed routing options and stop spacing. The F Line will serve Burien, SeaTac, …
Jan 19
Please join us for the Washington State Democrats Annual Crab Feed & Grassroots Forum on Feb. 20th – Presidents’ Day. The events are once again being held at St. Martin’s University in Lacey. Since our legislature is in session it’s an exciting time to be just miles from the Capitol.
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The Health Care for All-WA West Seattle/Vashon Action Team Presents Michael Moore’s classic health care movie, SiCKO. Sunday January 29, 2012 1-5pm Seattle Public Library Southwest Branch 9010 35th Ave SW Seattle, WA 98126 206-684-7455
Jan 11
Dr. Bobby Virk, 40, of Renton will run for the state Senate seat now held by retiring Sen. Margarita Prentice, who has endorsed Virk’s candidacy. Prentice announced that she would not seek a sixth term in the Senate. Her decision follows the redrawing of the 11th Legislative District boundaries that put her West Hill home …
