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 …
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Jan 21
Looking for Foreclosure Stories
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
SOPA / PIPA
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
Important Day for Women’s Health
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
Have a say about RapidRide F Line routing, stops
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 15
Resolution – Charter Schools
This resolution on charter schools will be considered at the 1/17/2012 meeting. We will consider suspending the rules because this is posted with such short notice. Here’s the resolution: 2012-1 charter schools
Jan 11
Bobby Virk running for State Senate
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 …
Jan 10
Talk – Bob Hasegawa – Washington Investment Trust
Talk by Bob Hasegawa, Washington State Representative (D) 11th Legislative District, on creating a public bank in Washington State given October 26, 2011, Kane Hall, University of Washington, Seattle, WA.
Jan 10
Jim Flynn For State Representative
Jim Flynn, a retired union electrician announced today that he will be running for the open seat of State Representative to the 11th Legislative District in 2012. The district includes parts of Renton, Tukwila, Seattle, Kent and Unincorporated King County. “Your perspective will be presented to the Washington State Legislature with sincerity and confidence, once …
Jan 02
Final Redistricting Plans
The Washington State Redistricting Commission has posted their final plan. You can find both the Legislative District & Congressional versions here: http://www.redistricting.wa.gov/maps_final_2011.asp
Dec 31
Washington State’s Volatile Tax System
While other states have a balanced tax system designed to protect pubic revenue, Washington, depending to a great extent on sales tax has an unstable, volatile system subject to large shifts in the economy.
Dec 30
Congressional Redistricting
Sorry about the delay, on December 28th, the Washington State Redistricting Commission posted their draft congressional redistricting plan. The map is here: http://www.redistricting.wa.gov/assets/maps/122811_drafts/C-GC_2.0_Big_Map_Statewide.pdf More details are posted on their website: http://www.redistricting.wa.gov/maps_draft.asp
Dec 14
PNHPWW December Monthly Meeting Agenda
Hello PNHPWW Members and Supporters Please find attached the agenda for our PNHPWW December Monthly Meeting, to be held on Wednesday, Dec 21st, 7PM, at the Swedish/Cherry Hill Campus Conference Center Auditorium (directions).
Dec 14
Updated redistricting plans to be revealed
During yesterday’s regularly scheduled monthly Redistricting Commission Meeting, the Commissioners announced that they would present updated proposed legislative maps at a special meeting set for this Friday, December 16. The Commissioners have been working in bipartisan teams to determine the details of Western Washington legislative districts since the November 8 Commission meeting. Commissioners Gorton and …
Dec 08
OFA Night School Organizing Boot Camp
One of the things we’ve heard from volunteers is that you’d like additional training opportunities. We’ve heard you, and we’re now proud to be able to unveil an 8-week long program beginning this Wednesday, December 7 at 6PM, with a Webinar/Conference Call which will kick start our 8 week long OFA Night School Organizing Boot …
