Azziem Underwood

****** Azziem The Dream ******* Born in Youngstown Ohio a family of ten. I moved to Seattle in the early 80’s. I’m hard working, dedicated, and committed to the Democratic principles and getting Democrats elected and President Barack Obama Reelected as President of the United States of America. Organizations: I enjoy being involved with organizations such as B.I.G. (Blacks In Government), C.L.U.W. (Coalition of Labor Union Woman), CBTU (Coalition of Black Trade Unionist), GLBT (Gay Lesbian Bi-Sexual Transgender. Currently, I’m a Board member in the Stonewall Democrats and the Diversity Outreach Director. Employment: At King County 24+ years as a Computer Operator Specialist, I’m the past Shop Steward and Key Member in good standings with TEAMSTERS. In 2006 & 2011 I was a National Delegate to the Teamsters Convention Representing over 14, 000 local Teamsters. Community: I’m the past President of my Condominium Association for over eight terms, prior to that I’ve held other board positions. I enjoyed being involved in our community neighbor watch program. I’m dedicated to improving the quality and security of our community. Working with the sheriffs and others in the community I was able to assist in keeping our community safe from drugs and other hurt harm and danger. But most of all, I enjoy being involved in the democratic process and being involved in the Democratic Party. I am currently the WSDCC. State Committeeman representing the 11th Legislative District 10+ years and 8th Congressional District Chair with a seat on the Washington State Democrats Executive board; Also I’m currently the Chair of the 11th Legislative District Democrats. Also, I’m the Washington State Democratic African American Caucus President and past co-chair of the W.S.D.C.C. Affirmative Action Committee. I also held board position in King County Democratic Central Committee K.C.D.C.C. where I chaired the Legislative Action Committee. One of my proudest moments was in 1998 when I won the Warren G. Magnuson Award for Committeeman of the year. In 2000 I ran for State Senate in the 5th LD (D) against the incumbent Dino Rossi and look forward to run for an Office again.

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Congratulations to the 11th Legislative District Democrats

http://vote.wa.gov/results/current/LegislativeDistrict11.html

King County Democrats Get Out The Vote Drive!

King County Democrats Campaign News Nov 1, 2012 King County Democrats Get Out The Vote Drive! We are in the final five days of the 2012 ELECTION. Ballots must be postmarked and mailed by Nov 6th to be valid and counted. There are many close races up and down the ballot! Click here to see …

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American Heart Association Heart & Stroke Walk

I will be taking a vacation day from work to do some important work.Help Save Lives! Most of the work that I have to do by October the 20th will already need to be done. This why I’m asking for your important help to Pledge support for this much needed cause. http://pugetsoundheartwalk.kintera.org/faf/search/searchTeamPart.asp?ievent=1001672&lis=1&kntae1001672=86855EE2CD9847D6BC82B6683540A0FD&supId=0&team=5050149&cj=Y In 1979 at …

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Help Big Bird…

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11th LD Executive Board meeting

NOTICE: 11th LD Executive Board meeting is this Thursday October 4, 2012 at 7:00 pm at the Renton Carpenter’s Hall 2nd & Bernette Azziem Hassan Underwood, Chair 11th Legislative District & 8th CD “Salt Off The Fries” Meizza_Me Production =================================== 425-652-9549 Cell & Text Please don’t print this unless you really need to.

Critical that Democrats vote in November

It is absolutely critical that Democrats vote in November. Michelle Obama made a personal plea to all Democrats to pledge to vote. National pundits are plain spoken – “This is going to be a voter turnout election.” What I’m asking you to do today is to help us out. We need to make sure that …

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Mitt Romney-Paul Ryan vision harks back to the days of Taft

http://www.latimes.com/news/politics/topoftheticket/la-na-tt-days-of-taft-20120813,0,3544670.story Republicans Mitt Romney and Paul D. Ryan should be running in 1912. (David Horsey / Los Angeles Times / August 13, 2012)

CAN event VASS

Hi Team, A Hi Team, A CANVASS event is tomorrow Saturday July 21. Please meet Vincent at Renton Village Starbucks, 601 South Grady Way, Renton, WA at 10:30 am for his orientation and to get your “Walk Packets.” The Team will canvass from 11 am to 4 pm. If you don’t finish your Walk Packet …

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Five upcoming local campaign events

I’m writing to encourage you to join me and GET INVOLVED in local political activities this summer. It is easy and fun. Below is a list of five upcoming local campaign events I am hosting or co-hosting for other Democratic candidates in the next three weeks. If you are willing to join me at one …

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Medicare Birthday Party event

Dear Friends: On July 28th, Medicare celebrates its 47th Birthday. Medicare, Social Security and Medicaid are the “crown jewels” of our national social insurance system. Despite widespread public support, politicians in Wasshington DC want to privatize or outright eliminate Medicare, and severely cut Medicaid and Social Security..  WA State Alliance for Retired Americans (WASARA) & …

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The August 7th primary

I’m not talking about the weather. I’m talking about Washington State’s early August primary election – now only 21 days away. Ballots will arrive in your mailbox later this week. The August 7th primary is right in the middle of the Dog Days of Summer – a difficult time to campaign and a very tough …

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Congressman Jim McDermott To Join 7th Annual AM1090 Forum

July 16, 2012 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Paul Van Erem Office: 206/805-1090 Email: paul@am1090seattle.com Congressman Jim McDermott To Join 7th Annual AM1090 Forum AM1090 SEATTLE ADDS TO ALL STAR LINE UP: JIM MCDERMOTT, RON REAGAN, THOM HARTMANN, RANDI RHODES & MORE TOGETHER ON ONE STAGE TO DISCUSS THE MAJOR POLITICAL AND PUBLIC POLICY ISSUES FACING …

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11th LD August Picnic at Crystal Springs Park Noon- 4:00pm

https://docs.google.com/open?id=1QK8etS4LiSeEc1iPjzHIsqbAGQL-Pp_32MWtQ5OjEPZ-0K0Qkk1h1YNwE6OC SAVE THE DATE! Saturday 8/18/2012 11th Legislative District (425)652-9549 Azziem H. Underwood, Chair Suggested Donation $20.12 August Picnic at Crystal Springs Park Noon until 4:00pm Location: 15832 51st Avenue South This 11 acre park is located on a hillside with views of the Cascade range to the east and the City of Seattle to …

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Paycheck Equality: It’s Not a Suggestion,

Paycheck Equality: It’s Not a Suggestion, It’s the LawMay 31, 2012 by Anny Bolgiano, Intern, Coalition of Labor Union Women Q: What’s better than paycheck equity legislation? A: Effective paycheck equity legislation.The government makes a lot of suggestions and recommendations to us Americans. The CDC recommends staying home when you have the flu and getting …

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2012 Democratic State Convention

Note: National Convention Delegates and State Convention Committee Members are not automatic delegates to the State Convention. To be a delegate or alternate to the State Convention you must have been elected as such at your legislative district caucus or county convention during the weekend of April 28th and 29th. If you are not a …

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