The February 2012 newsletter has been posted. You can view it here: 2012-02 February. Please note, information about the upcoming e-board election on February 21st is included. Please take a look.
Feb 03
Reorganization
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, will serve as chair. More details will follow soon.
Jan 30
Workshop: “Creating a New Economy” – Feb 5th, 2-6 pm
When? Sunday, February 5th
2:00-6:00 pm
Where? North Seattle Friends Church
Directions 7740 24th Ave NE, Seattle 98115
Jan 30
Diane Ravitch on Charter Schools
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 is how the low performers are “counseled out.” Of course, they end up back in their neighborhood schools.
Jan 23
Democrats Happy Hour / Mixer location move
The Mixer on January 30th has been moved.
Amore had a fire and is temporarily closed.
New venue:
Oasian Kitchen
800 5th Ave (downtown)
FREE underground parking (with validation)
4:30- 7:00
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 family, friends or co-workers who fit the bill, please contact our communications director Reesa Kossoff at 206.457.3518 or reesa@wa-democrats.org.
Jan 20
General Meeting – January 2012
The general meeting has been rescheduled for Monday the 23rd. Details are here: http://11thlddems.org/blog/event/general-meeting-january-2012/
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 change this.
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 coverage for basic reproductive health care, including abortion.
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, Tukwila, and Renton, replacing Route 140. We want to learn what people think about several different routing options between Burien and Renton, and about a possible future extension of the line to the Renton Landing. We’d also like comments about overall route design and proposed stop locations.
Find details, a map, a link to an online survey, and more ways to comment on Metro’s website: F Line. Or, call 206-263-9768 or email haveasay@kingcounty.gov for more information or to comment.
We will be hosting an open house where you can learn more and provide feedback:
Jan 19
Crab Feed and Grassroots Forum
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.
Jan 17
General meeting – Cancelled
Well folks, to play it safe, the meeting has been cancelled. Stay safe and enjoy the snow. We’ll post an update when we reschedule the meeting.
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
Sicko
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
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 in the 37th District.
More here: http://www.tukwilareporter.com/news/136772043.html
