There is much to be thankful for coming out of the November 2nd general election, with 19 (and counting) of the 25 candidates that we endorsed being victorious. But there is much work ahead in 2022, as we work closely with our neighboring LDs through the ongoing redistricting process and prepare for the 2022 mid-term elections.
As summer fades and fall approaches, it can be easy to get dispirited by the litany of tough issues facing us. But take heart in the collective work at hand as we enter the home stretch in the November elections – so many great volunteer opportunities! – and make your voice heard in the once-a-decade redistricting process.
Gratitude for all of the work that lead to successful primary results for our 45th endorsed candidates, tempered with a realization of the tasks that remains to secure victories in the November General Election.
Let’s all do our part to honor Juneteenth by working in support of the 45th endorsed candidates and holding them accountable for the change we want to see.
Together we have made great strides this spring. Let’s stay focused and engaged as we move into summer primary season!
Let’s reflect on some endorsement issues from the May 24 meeting – and look ahead to the June 2 meeting.
Top Ten items that made me pause and reflect as Chair of the 45th Dems (in no particular order).
A lot is happening in the 45th in the rest of April. Please make sure you’ve renewed your membership and are making your voice heard.
The Republicans and other right leaning organizations are working hard to make even deeper inroads into local, state, and national government. We need to be vigilant and active.
Play a role in holding our elected officials accountable to the policy goals of the 45th Democrats by getting involved with our Endorsements Committee.
I am cordially inviting you to our meeting on Wednesday, March 3rd where our King County Executive Dow Constantine will do a short presentation and then answer questions from the body.
Please read to learn about Democracy Lobby Week and House Bills 1267 and 1368
After today, please do not let 45 occupy any space in your head or your heart.
Thank you for attending our February general meeting; we had over 85 persons registered. Thank you to Dr. Jeff Tomlin of Evergreen Hospital for being our first speaker of the 2021 term. The talk was so informative. Please visit the Washington State Coronavirus Response page for accurate and up-to-date information on the COVID-19 pandemic. I wanted to remind everyone to please write/phone our Senators to pass the Equal Rights Amendment – the time is now – let us not delay it any longer. Also, please write letters/support/phone for SB 5182 – we all need to know these details to make...
