Feb 15

Rep. Hasegawa to host town hall meeting Saturday

11th District State Representative Bob Hasegawa recently hosted a town hall meeting via telephone, but this Saturday, February 18, Hasegawa is hosting a live and in-person town hall to give constituents an update on the legislative session.

The meeting in Tukwila will include discussions on the many issues brought up in Olympia this session, including the proposed Jobs Bill, the Washington Investment Trust, and the state budget.

The event will take place this Saturday, February 18, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the Tukwila Community Center Social Hall, 12424 42nd Avenue South, Tukwila. All 11th Legislative District residents are invited to bring their questions, comments and ideas. The 11th District includes parts of South Seattle including the western part of Beacon Hill, Burien, Sea-Tac, Tukwila, and part of Renton.

From: http://beaconhill.seattle.wa.us/2012/02/15/rep-hasegawa-to-host-town-hall-meeting-saturday/

Feb 13

Gov. Chris Gregoire signs gay marriage bill into law

Gregoire just signed the gay marriage bill for Washington State.  The law will take effect on June 7th.

http://www.komonews.com/news/local/Gregoire-set-to-sign-gay-marriage-bill-139215284.html

Feb 09

Azziem Underwood

Congratulations are in order for Azziem Underwood who was elected by his fellow state committee men and women in the 8th Congressional District to be their leader!!

He ran in a contested race and won handily.  Azziem will represent the 8th Congressional on the WSDCC Executive Board.

Three cheers for Azziem – I believe this is a first for the 11th LD Democrats!!

Feb 06

Newsletter – February 2012

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

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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.

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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

https://www.11thlddems.org/blog/event/democrats-happy-hourmixer/

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.

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Jan 20

General Meeting – January 2012

The general meeting has been rescheduled for Monday the 23rd.  Details are here:  https://www.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.

http://www.thebestpageintheuniverse.net/c.cgi?u=pass_sopa

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.

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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:

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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.

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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.

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