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What do ordinary people think about the functionality of the new primary system? Do they think it provides an adequate sounding board for their political voice? \; Find out what people really think of the new Washington State Top-Two Primary at the upcoming Sandra Romero forum\, Time to Vote\, from 5 to 6 pm on August 12 in the front lounge of the Olympic Crest Coffee Roasters\, 4211 Pacific Avenue in Lacey. This forum will deal with questions voters have about the new primary system\, what people see on their ballots\, and how it will affect the commissioner's race in both the primary and general elections.
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For more information\, contact Sandra Romero at 357-8131.
Please join me for neighborhood conversations on the following topics and dates from 5-6pm at the Olympic Crest Coffee Roasters\, 4211 Pacific Ave SE\, Lacey Time to Vote - August 12 (your view on ballot issues)
WEB\: www.sandraromero.com
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Health care costs are skyrocketing and every day an uninsured Washington resident dies because of lack of insurance and proper medical care. \; It's time to reform our broken health care system to give us all the peace of mind we deserve.
The Washington Health Care Caucus is a series of seven townhall meetings throughout Washington state to provide Washingtonians the opportunity to speak up for what we deserve in our health care system and learn about options for reform. \; The Washington Health Care Caucus is being organized by the Healthy Washington Coalition\, a coalition of over 90 labor unions\, community organizations\, health care providers\, and businesses working for quality\, affordable health care for everyone.
The Washington Health Care Caucus
Speak Up for Quality\, Affordable Health Care
Presented by\: The Healthy Washington Coalition
| Yakima \:\: Tuesday\, July 15 6\:30-8\:30 PM Holy Family Catholic Church 5315 Tieton Dr |
Spokane \:\: Tuesday\, July 29 6\:30-8\:30 PM First Presbyterian Church 318 S. Cedar St |
| Bellevue \:\: Tuesday\, August 12 6\:30-8\:30 PM Temple Bnai Torah 15727 NE 4th St |
Everett \:\: Tuesday\, September 9 6\:30-8\:30 PM Everett Station\, Weyerhauser Room 3201 Smith Avenue |
| Vancouver \:\: Tuesday\, September 23 6\:30-8\:30 PM Clark PUD Community Room 1200 Fort Vancouver Way |
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END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081121T094519Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20080730T023000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20080730T043000Z UID:http://thurstondemocrats.org/node/782 URL;VALUE=URI:http://thurstondemocrats.org/node/782 SUMMARY:Washington Health Care Caucus DESCRIPTION:You're invited to speak up for quality\, affordable health care at The Washington Health Care Caucus! \;
Health care costs are skyrocketing and every day an uninsured Washington resident dies because of lack of insurance and proper medical care. \; It's time to reform our broken health care system to give us all the peace of mind we deserve.
The Washington Health Care Caucus is a series of seven townhall meetings throughout Washington state to provide Washingtonians the opportunity to speak up for what we deserve in our health care system and learn about options for reform. \; The Washington Health Care Caucus is being organized by the Healthy Washington Coalition\, a coalition of over 90 labor unions\, community organizations\, health care providers\, and businesses working for quality\, affordable health care for everyone.
The Washington Health Care Caucus
Speak Up for Quality\, Affordable Health Care
Presented by\: The Healthy Washington Coalition
| Spokane \:\: Tuesday\, July 29 6\:30-8\:30 PM First Presbyterian Church 318 S. Cedar St |
Bellevue \:\: Tuesday\, August 12 6\:30-8\:30 PM Temple Bnai Torah 15727 NE 4th St |
| Everett \:\: Tuesday\, September 9 6\:30-8\:30 PM Everett Station\, Weyerhauser Room 3201 Smith Avenue |
Vancouver \:\: Tuesday\, September 23 6\:30-8\:30 PM Clark PUD Community Room 1200 Fort Vancouver Way |
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END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081121T094519Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20080716T190000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20080720T080000Z UID:http://thurstondemocrats.org/node/786 URL;VALUE=URI:http://thurstondemocrats.org/node/786 SUMMARY:Lakefair - Burger Booth Opportunity DESCRIPTION:WHEN\: \; July 16-20
TIME\: 11am-11pm (most days)
WHERE\: Downtown Olympia Heritage Park
It's that time of the year when the smell of onions frying on the grill beacons you and thousands of others to support our popular Demo Burger Booth. \; And\, back by popular demand is our scrumptious Might D burger. \; To read about the legend of the Might D\, click here. \;
To find out which shift your favorite candidate(s) is working\, visit our Lakefair page.
WHERE\: Thurston County Courthouse\, Bldg. 1 Room 152
The LD 22 Quarterly meeting will be held in conjunction with the Thurston Count Democrats' Membership meeting.
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This is our monthly business meeting where PCOs\, Proxies\, and members can vote on resolutions\, budget\, and other items. Not a member or PCO? To apply for a PCO position\, submit a PCO Application. Want to become a TCD member? Fill out the membership form and send in your payment (or pay with credit card) today
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081121T094519Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20080714T000000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20080714T040000Z UID:http://thurstondemocrats.org/node/803 URL;VALUE=URI:http://thurstondemocrats.org/node/803 SUMMARY:Thurston County Progressive Network - Town Hall Picnic DESCRIPTION:TC Pro-Net\, Olympia Climate Action Network and Olympia Voter-Owned Elections invite you to our 4th annual Progressive Town Hall Picnic. Meet the candidates and your friends at this backyard potluck and candidate forum for Leg. Dist. 22\, Thurston County Commissioner\, and PUD.
Keynote Speaker\: Rep Brendan Williams
Where Sherri Goulet &\; Don Anderson's home 3516 Pifer Rd SE\, Olympia
Phone\: 352-8225
Please bring a potluck item. \; Contact Sherri to coordinate the food choices at 352-8225 or shardon@comcast.net
Discussion Topics (after the candidate forum)\:
WHERE\: Vancouver Community Library Main Branch\, 1007 East Mill Plain Blvd\, Vancouver\, Washington
INFO\: 360-754-7631
WEB\: www.cristforcongress.us
Join us for an evening of food\, phone banking\, fundraising\, and fun! \; It's easy! \; Just show up with your cell phone and we'll walk you through the rest. \; Dinner and snacks provided.
WHERE\: Tenino High School Library\, 500 W. 2nd Ave.\, Tenino\, WA 98589
WEB\: www.Jim-Cutler.com
RSVP\:Jessica Boad 360-870-7437 jlboard@yahoo.com
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WE INVITE YOU TO A SUMMER BBQ FUNDRAISER
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2008 DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL CONVENTION
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TUMWATER FALLS PARK
JULY 23\, 2008 &bull\; 5\:30 - 7\:30 PM
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ALL DONATIONS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED EVENLY TO
EACH DELEGATION MEMBER WHO HAS INDICATED A NEED
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Our unprecedented delegation includes the following individuals\:
For Senator Clinton\: Paul Berendt Jim Kaimber Zach Smith Megan Walsch \; For Senator Obama\:
Jim Cooper Stewart Henderson Debby Pattin Denny Heck Natalie Stevens James Yee
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END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081121T094519Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20080716T010000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20080716T023000Z UID:http://thurstondemocrats.org/node/815 URL;VALUE=URI:http://thurstondemocrats.org/node/815 SUMMARY:Carol Murphy for Superior Court Judge DESCRIPTION:Don&rsquo\;t miss this opportunity to visit with Carol!
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Where\: \; The Home of Curt and Margie Smitch
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Beverages and Light Refreshments
Suggested Donation\: \; $25
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For more info\, call Kathy at 923-2098 or Mary Sue at 357-6238
WHERE\: \; Tumwater Falls Park
Food\, Music and Beverages. \; This is a great opportuty to visit with friends\, both old and new!
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Come as you are and join the candidate and your friends at this summer campaign gathering.
Hosted by Citizens to Elect Charles Williams Judge
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081121T094519Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20080721T213000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20080721T223000Z UID:http://thurstondemocrats.org/node/820 URL;VALUE=URI:http://thurstondemocrats.org/node/820 SUMMARY:Cong. Adam Smith - Profressive Advisory Council DESCRIPTION:I would like to invite you to attend the next meeting of my Progressive Advisory Council on Monday\, July 21st from 1\:30&ndash\;2\:30p.m. in Lacey. \; Details are provided below. \;
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As we get closer to adjournment of the 110th Congress\, we continue working to pass the twelve annual spending measures despite foreseeable challenges. In addition\, there are several other important issues expected to be debated\, including\: expiring tax cuts\, inadequate Medicare reimbursement rates\, and climbing fuel costs. \; I welcome you to join me to discuss these issues and others affecting the local community at the next Progressive Advisory Council Meeting.
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When\: \; Monday\, July 21st\, 1\:30&ndash\;2\:30 p.m.\, with time available from 1\:00-1\:30p.m. to network with others in the progressive community.
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Where\: Lacey Timberland Library\, 500 College Street Southeast\, Lacey
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Thank you for your consideration. \; Please R.S.V.P. to Chelsea Orvella at 253.896.3784 or chelsea.orvella@mail.house.gov. \; Space is limited.
WHAT\: Conference Call
Call\: 888-346-3950 \; Passcode\: 404034 #
Website\:blogtalkradio.com/DemocracyForAmerica/2008/07/17/DFA-Night-School-Framing-the-2008-Election
Ever wonder why simply stating our positions on the hot button issues isn't enough to win votes? Or why Democrats who try and adopt conservative stances on issues usually lose their elections even in conservative districts?
Professor George Lakoff has the answers and will show us how to frame the solutions during the conference call. Professor Lakoff will be highlighting specific thinking points from his new book \\"The Political Mind\\" and teaching the framing progressives need to know to win.
Night School is DFA's interactive online training program. Every month Night School brings top campaign experts right to your home at absolutely no cost to you. You can listen live from your computer on Blog Talk Radio or call into a nationwide conference call on your telephone. The training will last approximately one hour and will be accompanied by a slideshow you can view online or download and print out. Check back here before the training to download the slides.
No extra applications are necessary\, simply RSVP above and you'll receive an email with all the necessary information. Then join us live on July 17th at 2\:30pm PsT for the training.
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RSVP\: hammettv@comcast.net
Directions\: North on Sleater-Kinney\, Rrght on South Bay\, left off Johnason Point Road at 65th\, stay left until yu get there!
You are invited to a Fashionable Fundraiser for Sandra Romero. \; Come lobby for your Thurston County dream and supportthe person who can make it happen.
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Suggested donation levels\:
\\"Cap\\" level - $35
\\"Top Hat\\" level - $55
\\"Tiara\\" - level - $75 and above
WHERE\: Fertile Ground Guest House\, 311 9th St.\, right behind the Olympia Library
WEB\: www.cristforcongress.us
Live music with Michael Shohan and Dennis Shain.
All you can eat pizza....sliding scale $10 - 30\, suggested donation.
Talk about moving from a war economy to a peace economy and other ideas.
Lt. Governor Brad Owen\, State Treasurer Mike Murphy\, Representative Sam Hunt\, Representative Brendan Williams\, Sheriff Dan Kimball\, Denny Heck\, &\; Councilmember's Craig Ottavelli\, Ed Stanley and Judy Hoefling
Invite you to a party to support the Re-Election of Thurston County Commissioner Cathy Wolfe Enjoy food\, beverages &\; company on July 29\, 2008 5\:00 to 7\:00 PM At the home of Dean and Sharon Foster 1314 Eskridge Blvd. SE\, Olympia\, WA Donations graciously accepted.
www.ElectCathyWolfe.com
Please join us in a reception in support of Carol Murphy for Superior Court Judge
WHEN\: Friday\, July 25th\, 5pm-6\:30pm
WHERE\: At the home of Bill and Kathleen Collins\, \; 3905 Lakehills Dr SE\, Olympia
Hosted by\:Mary Ellen &\; Jim Jones\, Toni &\; Cameron Hood\, Marnie Hart\, and Anne Egeler &\; Steve Loague
RSVP\: \; \; loagler2@comcast.net\, or just come join us!
If you're unable to attend\, please support Carol at
www.carolmurphyforjudge.com.
WHERE\: at the home of Nina Carter and tom Rainey\, 1128 Canning Ct. SW\, Olympia
RSVP\: Karen Veldheer\: karenveldheer@mac.com or 360-528-0970
For over 12 years\, Sandra has served and supported our county and it is out time to support her. \; Help us elect an environmental champion to our county commission. \; If you are unable to attend\, please consider donating online at www.sandraromero.com.
Suggested donations\: Great Blue Heron\: $250\; Red Tailed Hawk\: $100\; Northern Flicker\: $75\; Chickadee\: $50
Please join Al Carter\, Tom Casey\, Bill &\; Jenny Goeres\, Jay &\; Susan Gordon\, Gilbert &\; Roberta Myers and the Grays Hrbor Democrats for a day on the farm with Gov. Chris Gregoire!
Hot air baloon rides\, visit an historic dairy farm\, picnic style dinner. \; Bring the whole family and have fun on the farm!
WHERE\: Gordon Farms\, 5166 State Rt 12\, Elma\, WA 98541
RSVP\: Dayna Lurie at dlurie@chrisgregoire.com or call (206) 382-2008 or go online at www.chrisgregoire.com/events/gordonfarms
Supporter\: $50
Host\: $250
Sponsor\: $500
TRUDY AND DAVE RIBACCHI INVITE YOU TO THEIR HOME TO ATTEND A COMMUNITY MEET AND GREET
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here\: 2030 Seaton Court SE\, Lacey
Tel. 455-8830
Hosted by The Ribacchi&rsquo\;s and Citizens to Elect Charles Williams Judge
Jay Fuller\, Chairman
PO Box 2884\, Olympia\, WA 98507
(360) 786-8000
www.williams4judge.org
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WHERE\: at the home of Dan Decker\, 1001 26th Ave\, NE\, Olympia\,
WEB\: www.cristforcongress.us
An Evening with the Peace Candidate at the home of Dan Decker\, 1001 26th Ave\, NE\, Olympia
Grilled salmon\, wine and cheese. \; Contact Dan at 357-7075
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Light refreshments and lively conversation. \; Contact Glen at 491-9093
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Where\: The Law Offices of John J. Sinclair\, 1226 State Avenue NE\, Olympia
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Please take this opportunity to visit with the candidate and your friends and colleagues.
Co-Hosted by
Citizens to Elect Charles Williams Judge
Jay Fuller\, Chairman
PO Box 2884\, Olympia\, WA 98507
(360) 786-8000
www.williams4judge.org
Sue Ponsteen and Steve Lindstrom Invite You to Attend a RECEPTION for Thurston County Superior Court Judge Candidate Charles Williams
Where\: Hawks Prairie Golf Club\, 8345 Camano Loop NE
Directions\: North from I-5 on Marvin\, right onto Willamette\, left onto Vashon\, right onto Camano Loop NE
Tel. 456-0346
Please take this opportunity to visit with the candidate and your friends and colleagues.
Co-Hosted by
Citizens to Elect Charles Williams Judge
Jay Fuller\, Chairman
PO Box 2884\, Olympia\, WA 98507
(360) 786-8000
www.williams4judge.org
WHERE\: \; Tenino Town Hall\, 149 Hodgden Street South\, Tenino
WHEN\: noon-12\:45pm
Congressman Brian Baird Seeks Input for Upcoming Transportation Bill
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Washington\, D.C.&mdash\; With the massive transportation bill up for renewal next year\, Congressman Brian Baird will be hosting two roundtable discussions with community leaders\, civic groups\, state officials\, and local citizens to discuss the top transportation issues facing Southwest Washington\, and the possible solutions to them. \; As a member of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee\, Congressman Baird will play a key role in crafting the legislation.
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LOCATION\: Knox Administration Center
1113 Legion Way SE
Olympia\, WA 98501