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.
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
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
U.S. House of Representatives Community Liaison Opening
Congressman Adam Smith seeks Community Liaison (full-time) to develop and implement a strong constituency outreach program. Duties include acting as a liaison to develop and maintain relationships, participating in meetings, speaking on the Member’s behalf, corresponding with constituency groups, monitoring important community issues for the Congressman, and working with other district staff on local projects.
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 I am elected as an 11th LD Representative. Together, we can correct the existential crisis faced by many departments within the State that provide social order, services and enforcement,” said Mr. Flynn.
Jan 10
Newsletter – January 2012
The newsletter for January 2012 has been posted. You can view it here: 2012-01 January
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. Continue reading
