2008 state and local campaigns in Washington

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I'll post any non-presidential campaign stuff here.

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1. Burner campaign to host Toxic Toy Testing events

We have exciting news to share with you and hope you will help us spread the word. Darcy Burner for Congress will be sponsoring Toxic Toy Testing events in 7 cities in the 8th Congressional District. At these free community events people can bring in old toys and new toys to be tested for toxic substances including lead with an XFR Analyzer. People will also learn about toy recalls and what they can do to protect their families as well as how they can help create change at a federal level.

I am sure you are aware of the many recent stories about toxic substances in toys and I am certain all of you share our concern about keeping our kids safe. Please help us spread the word about these events by posting the attached flyer, sharing the flyer with your membership and emailing the flyer to those you care about.

Please let me know if you can help us spread the word or would like to attend or help at one of the events.

The testing will take place at the following times and locations:

PUYALLUP: (w/The United Steel Workers District 12)
Sat 12/15
9:00am-11:00am
Puyallup Public Library
324 S. Meridian

COVINGTON (w/Kiwanis Club of the Foothills and State Senator Claudia Kauffman):
Sat 12/15
12:00pm-2:00pm
Covington City Hall
16720 SE 271st St.


RENTON (w/State Rep. Zack Hudgins):
Sat 12/15
3:00pm-5:00pm
Fairwood Library
17009 140th Ave SE


MERCER ISLAND (w/Maureen Judge and City Councilmember Mike Grady):
Sat 12/15
6:00pm-8:00pm
Island Park Elem.
5437 Island Crest Way

BELLEVUE (w/Councilmember Claudia Balducci):
Sun 12/16
11:00am-1:00pm
Crossroads Bellevue community room
15600 NE 8th St.


ISSAQUAH:
Sun 12/16
2:00pm-4:00pm
Issaquah Library
10 W. Sunset Way


REDMOND (w/State Sen. Eric Oemig):
Sun 12/16
5:00pm-7:00pm
Redmond Reg. Library
15810 NE 85th St.

For more information and flyers, contact

Sara Needleman-Carlton
Darcy Burner For Congress
425-443-2564
Sara {at} DarcyBurner.com

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2. Cheryl Crist to run against Brian Baird

This is an invitation to those of you living in or near Olympia to join with others who support my effort to go to Congress...to attain the seat currently held by Brian Baird.

We will meet at Traditions Fair Trade Cafe (corner of 5th and Water), 7-9pm, Tuesday, February 26. This is a "meet, greet and plan" event.

There are many jobs that need to be done, and many hands make light work, to quote a cliche. With lots of volunteers, no one will be overworked, and we will all have the delight of knowing we are unseating a pro-war Representative.

Some of the roles that need to be filled: media team, a data base person, a house party coordinator, fund raising team, an events team, house party hosts, door-to-door volunteers, people who will table at community events, people who will install yard signs, LTE coordinator, and so on.

I view my campaign as a part of the on-going peace and prosperity-for-all movement.... I think we can win this. I have a plan. It involves all of you.

If you are receiving this but don't live in the Olympia area, please be aware that I will hold similar meetings soon in Vancouver, Centralia/Chehalis and (hopefully) Longview/Kelso. The team we put together in Thurston County can be replicated in the other areas.

I look forward to seeing you there. If you can't make it Tuesday night but do want to be a part of the campaign, please contact me by phone or e-mail. My number is 754-7631.

In peace and friendship,
Cheryl Crist
CCrist5000 {at} aol.com

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3. Calvin Goings for Pierce County Executive

APRIL 2


SAVE THE DATE!

The Mandolin Café
along with members from our local arts community
will host a reception for

Pierce County's next County Executive
CALVIN GOINGS

On Wednesday, April 2, 2008
From 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
At the Mandolin

Details to follow!

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4. St Patrick's Day with State Rep. Dennis Flannigan (LD 27) in Tacoma

Mar 17

An Invitation from
State Rep. Dennis Flannigan

Where Would You Eat Lunch this Monday,
March 17, if St. Patrick had Driven the Snakes out of China?

Tacoma Szechuan Restaurant. Obviously.
9601 South Tacoma Way, 11:30 a.m. You're invited.

For years I've hosted Saint Patrick's Day gatherings. Hope you'll join me this Monday, March 17th.

Monday, I'll return from the 2008 legislative session hungry for Chinese food and good friends. Bring your Irish soul to lunch at Tacoma Szechuan Restaurant, 9601 South Tacoma Way in the Paldo Shopping Center. Parking is often crowded, so check in the back of Paldo center. Wonderful food.


Cost is $12.50 per/plate.
Please RSVP if you're coming to:dennis.flannigan {at} gmail.com

See you Monday,
Dennis

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5. Tim Farrell for Pierce County Dist 4

March 27

2008 Campaign Kickoff for County Councilmember
Tim Farrell
Dem Dist 4

Come join us as we continue to put people first!!

Date: Thursday, Mar 27
Location: 1 Stadium Way #9
Time: 5 pm - 7 pm

Hosted by Dawn Lucien
RSVP 253-431-8081

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6. Peter Goldmark event in Seattle 4/7, featuring Montana's Governor Schweitzer

Please join your friends and associates for an event in honor of
Peter Goldmark
Candidate for Washington State Public Lands Commissioner

With special guest
Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer

Monday, April 7th, 2008
5:00pm to 7:00pm
PACCAR Pavilion -- Olympic Sculpture Park
2901 Western Avenue, Seattle, WA
(corner of Broad St. and Western Ave. in downtown Seattle )

Suggested Donation per Individual:
Forest Level: $35 - Ocean Level: $50
Event Sponsor: $250 - $500 - $1,000
(Maximum donation allowed by law is $3,200 per individual or corporation)

Please RSVP to Kelly Drake at kellydrake21 {at} comcast.net or by calling [phone]


Did you KNOW that--

The elected Commissioner of Public Lands manages over 2 million acres of state forests?

The elected Commissioner of Public Lands is responsible for regulating over 9 million acres of private forest land?

The elected Commissioner of Public Lands manages ALL of the States salt-water tidelands?

The incumbent, Doug Sutherland, has tried to increase the state's timber harvest by almost 30% until a court shot down his plan?

The incumbent, Doug Sutherland, has resisted improving the logging rules on steep and unstable slopes so they would not produce catastrophic floods?

A little over 60% of incumbent Doug Sutherland's contributions to date (over $102,000) have come from timber, mining, and real estate interests?


Peter Goldmark will restore public trust in the management of our public lands.

Paid for by Goldmark for Public Lands Commissioner
P.O. Box 12917
Seattle, WA 98111

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7. Great new candidate for 5th LD Senator!

Issaquah Historic Train Depot
50 Rainier Blvd. N.
Issaquah, WA 98027

When: Sunday, April 20, 2:00PM
Phone: [phone]

*** YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO ATTEND ***

Who: You and as many friends as you can invite
What: Campaign Kickoff for Phyllis Huster (D) 5th District State Senate
When: April 20, 2008 Sunday at 2pm to 5pm
Why: To rally supporters and notify the press of this exciting campaign
Funds: Suggested Donation $50.00
Food: Light Hors d'Oeurves and Wine/Beer will be served

*** Special Guests Attending *** to be announced later.
For Checks, make them out to:
Phyllis for Senate
7829 Center Blvd. SE PMB#188
Snoqualmie, WA 98065

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8. Primary challenges filed to Baird and Dicks

Articles about Democrats Paul Richmond and Cheryl Crist challenging Dicks and Baird

The Daily World
http://www.thedailyworld.com/articles/2008/03/20/local_news/11news.txt

The Peninsula News
http://www.peninsuladailynews.com/article/20080319/NEWS/803190306

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9. Gregoire kickoff 4/7 in Auburn

For three years, we've seen Governor Gregoire taking on challenges and getting results for us. She's created more than 225,000 new jobs, provided 84,000 more kids with healthcare coverage, and reduced crime to its lowest rate in over a decade.

The re-election of Governor Chris Gregoire is the most important statewide race for the Washington State Democratic Party in 2008. Please visit her website to learn about her campaign:
http://www.chrisgregoire.com

How can you help now? Governor Gregoire will be kicking off her re-election campaign on April 7th, making stops across Washington State. She will begin her tour in her hometown of Aubun. You can start by attending Governor Gregoire's kick-off event, where you can learn how to get involved in the campaign.

Please come out and support Governor Gregoire in Auburn:
Monday, April 7th
Zones, Inc
1102 15th Street SW
Auburn, WA 98110
Doors open at 10:15 am
rsvp to auburn {at} wa-democrats .org
I look forward to seeing you there!
Thanks for your support.

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10. Campaign fundraiser for Cheryl Crist 4/6 in Olympia

You probably know Cheryl Crist, who has been a supporter of Dennis Kucinich and who is now running for Congress in the 3rd District, against Brian Baird.

I hope you can join us for an evening of music, inspiration and energy to elect a peace candidate to Congress!

WHAT: Concert Fundraiser for Cheryl Crist, Candidate for U.S. House of Representatives

WHEN: Sunday, April 6, 6:00 p.m.

WHERE: Artisans Cafe (www.theartisanscafe.com)
109 Capitol Way N, Olympia
[phone]


My partner Michael Hurwicz and I will be performing at the fundraiser. We're an acoustic music duo, playing guitars and fiddle, and singing in harmony about peace and protecting our beautiful planet. There is always laughter and inspiration to be had at our concerts, so please come and nourish yourself with music and some prime coffee and munchies available for purchase by the Artisans Cafe.

Holly Gwinn Graham will do a 20-minute opening set.

And of course, you'll meet Cheryl and get to hear from her about her campaign.

Cheryl's website is http://www.cristforcongress.us/.


Cheryl is running against one of several Democrats whose votes far too often do not represent the interests of working people and the values of the Democratic Party. When representatives, funded by our tax dollars, are not representing the best interests of the people they're charged with representing, we need to hold them accountable and to challenge them. It is wildly expensive to run a campaign and especially difficult to unseat an incumbent.

I believe that if we support candidates like Cheryl, we can help change this.

I don't yet know if there will be a specific donation requested. I will email that information to you as soon as I have it.

With thanks, best wishes and in peace,

Shar

--
Sharon Abreu
POB 969, Eastsound, WA 98245
[phone]
www.sharmuse.com - peace songs plus
www.YouTube.com/sharmuse - "Please Don't Call It Theater When You're Talking About War" music video
www.PenguinsOnThinIce.com - climate change musical revue
www.sharonabreu.com - classical voice
Speaker-Performer, EcoSpeakers: www.ecospeakers.com/speakers/newest.html#abreus
Member, Local 1000 North American Traveling Musicians Union, AFM, AFL-CIO
Member, Network of Spiritual Progressives - www.spiritualprogressives.org

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11. Finally!! A Dem candidate for 5th LD senator! Kickoff Issaquah 4/20

The Phyllis For Senate Campaign

cordially invites you to attend the

2008 Campaign Kickoff Celebration

Sunday, April 20th, 2:00 – 5:00
Historic Issaquah Train Depot
50 Rainier Blvd. N
Issaquah, Washington 98027

RSVP Phone [phone], Lindsay {at} phyllisforsenate.com

There will be special guests, as well as the Phyllis For Senate campaign team. Refreshments include beer, wine & light snacks. Invite all your friends to the “Get on the Right Track” themed celebration. Victory in 2008!

“It is better to light one candle than to curse the darkness”
– Eleanor Roosevelt
Paid for by Phyllis for Senate Campaign

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12. Gregoire event with Bill Richardson 4/28 in Seattle

Taking on Challenges, Getting Results

Nearly 225,000 new jobs created
84,000 additional children with healthcare
Leading the fight against global climate change
Cleaning up the Puget Sound

The race is on!

Please Join Governor Bill Richardson and Governor Chris Gregoire for a Gregoire Campaign Kickoff Luncheon

Noon, Monday, April 28

The Westin, Grand Ballroom, 1900 Fifth Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
Silver Level: $125 | Gold Level: $250
Sponsor: $1,000 | Chris’ Crew Member: $3,200

Silver Table Captains Raise $1,250 | Gold Table Captains Raise $2,500

RSVP online at: www.ChrisGregoire.com/kickofflunch or contact Ansley Lacitis at [phone] or alacitis {at} chrisgregoire.com.

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13. Candidates over on the Dry Side

http://www.tri-cityherald.com/944/story/163461.html
Just a few quick links here to get you up to speed on the latest candidate news.

We had a story in this morning’s paper about Steve Simmons’ announcement that he’ll run as a Republican for the 8th Legislative District House seat now occupied by Rep. Shirley Hankins, R-Richland. The Benton County restaurateur is the third Republican in the race. And that doesn’t include Hankins, who hasn’t yet indicated whether she’ll seek a 13th term.

Richland Democrat Carol Moser also is running for the seat.

In the 40th Legislative District it’s fair to ask whether there is anybody who is not running for the Senate seat held by the retiring Harriet Spanel, D-Bellingham. Sam Taylor at the Bellingham Herald reports community activist Stephanie Kountouros and Paul Gonzales, a veteran of the Washington State Patrol, are the latest to have stepped forward, though it’s not mentioned which party they affiliate themselves with.

And in the 5th Congressional District the Spokesman-Review’s Jim Camden is reporting that Democrat Jennie Willardson, who ran unsuccessfully for a seat on the Spokane Valley City Council in 2005, will challenge Republican U.S. Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers this fall. Spokane psychologist Mark Mays also is running as a Democrat.

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14. Ladenburg for Attorney General

Your opinion and your support are important to me. That's why I want you to know I'm running for Attorney General in Washington State.

I firmly believe it's time for a change in the office of the Attorney General.

Instead of preserving our personal freedoms, protecting our environment and increasing consumer safety, my Republican opponent has been running public service announcements with him as the star. In effect, he's campaigning with your tax dollars.

To win this campaign, I need your help because I can't do it alone. Please join us for my Campaign Kick-Off on May 5th at the Westin Hotel Seattle with Governor Gregoire, Former Governor Gary Locke, King County Executive Ron Sims, and Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon. If you are not able to attend, I hope that you will consider sending a contribution to support me in this campaign. Just visit our website at www.ladenburg. org.

It's time for more independence and less politicking from the Attorney General's Office. The incumbent follows the George Bush party line and I believe the people of Washington need an impartial watchdog that knows his way around a courtroom, not just meeting rooms and TV studios.

I have over 33 years of experience trying hundreds of civil and criminal cases in court. I have the experience this job requires and my opponent lacks. I know how to get sex predators and scam artists into the courtroom and get results once they're in front of a jury. Real trial experience is an absolute necessity for the position of Attorney General.

Sincerely,
John Ladenburg


P.S. In order to show a viable campaign, my campaign team has set a goal of raising $250,000 before May 31st. Please contribute today to help me reach my goal



You are Invited to Join Governor Christine Gregoire, Former Governor Gary Locke, King County Executive Ron Sims and Seattle Mayor Greg Nickels

For the Campaign Kick-Off of John Ladenburg for Attorney General

Monday – May 5th, 2008
12:00pm – 1:30pm
Luncheon at The Westin (Seattle)
1900 5th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98101

Suggested Contribution
$50 Guest - $100 Sponsor - $250 Co-Host
Please RSVP to Peter Hester at [phone]
or by email hesterpeter {at} comcast.net

Directions: From I-5 Northbound: Take Seneca Street exit. Take first right onto 6th Avenue. Follow to Stewart Street, turn left. Follow to 5th Avenue.

From 1-5 Southbound: Take Stewart street Exit. Continue on Stewart Street until 5th Avenue and Stewart Street.

To learn more about the campaign or make an online contribution, visit
http://www.ladenburg.org/

Paid for by John Ladenburg for Attorney General
P.O. Box 1856 - Tacoma, WA 98401
Labor Donated

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15. Jim McIntire for State Treasurer

McIntire for Treasurer Campaign Kick-Off
Please Join me on May 20th
King County Executive Ron Sims Seattle Mayor Greg Nickels
House Speaker Frank Chopp

Cordially invite you to join them for the King Country campaign kickoff of
Candidate for Washington State Treasurer

Jim McIntire
Tuesday, May 20th, 2008
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Olympic Sculpture Park Pavilion

29001 Western Avenue-Seattle, WA
(Corner of Broad St. and Western Ave. in downtown Seattle)

Suggested Donation per Guest:

Silver Level: $35 - Gold Level: $50
Event Sponsor: $250 - $500 - $1,000

RSVP to kellydrake21 {at} comcast.net or call [phone]

The Right Person for the Job
Your Values, Your Vote

I am the only Treasurer candidate who has not spent a career in State Government. I understand that the role of Treasurer is not just about spreadsheets and bond ratings-it's about protecting the long term interests taxpayers and building equity and smart investments for future generations.

In the legislature, I worked across the aisle to forge finance solutions that provide fiscal accountability and stability to small communities as well as our urban areas. I understands that the job is as important to Main St. as it is to Wall St.

A consistent and strong voice for small business, working families, kids, and the environment, I will bring these values to the Treasurer's office.
I Need Your Support

Please visit my website and sign up to volunteer and contribute financially to my campaign. Every dollar you can give will help us get closer to victory. You can visit https://www.upwardstech.net/jimmcintire/ to contribute with ease online.

http://jimmcintire.com/
Citizens for Jim McIntire
PO Box 21941
Seattle, WA 98111

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16. Scott White, 46th LD candidate for state rep, 5/10 campaign kickoff

EVENT REMINDER!

The Members of the 46th Legislative District Delegation
Senator Ken Jacobsen,
Representative Phyllis Kenney, and
Representative Jim McIntire

Invite you and your family to support

Scott White

for State Representative in the 46th Legislative District at his

Campaign Kickoff!

2:00-4:00pm on Saturday May 10th
Meadowbrook Community Center
10517 35th Ave. N.E. in Seattle
Kids Welcome!

Please come join friends, neighbors, activists and community leaders in support of our campaign to elect a fresh new voice to represent us in Olympia!

www.scottwhite.com

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17. Vote for Feingold to give Darcy Burner $50,000

http://www.progressivepatriotsfund.com/pickapatriot/vote-house-iv.html

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18. Cheryl Crist (challenging Baird in the primary) to have fundraiser in Olympia 5/30

Kevin and I invite you to our home for a party on Friday May 30th. Our special guest will be Cheryl Crist, who is running for the U.S. House of Representatives for the Third District. We would like for you to meet Cheryl and learn about her campaign, and at the same time enjoy some great company, food and games!

What: House Party with Cheryl Crist
Where: Saville Home, 5137 Boston Harbor Rd NE, Olympia WA 98506
When: Friday May 30th, 7:00 PM

Please reply by email or phone [phone]) . We hope you can make it! You certainly don't have to live within the Third District to join us for the evening. We would love to see you there!

Best regards,
Kayla Saville

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19. Ron Sims (King County Executive) fundraiser 6/17

KCDCC will have a table at the Fundraising Breaksfast in support of Ron Sims for King County Executive, Tuesday June 17th, 7:30 am at the Seattle Westin. Please consider joining me at the event as described in the flyer. You may pay at the event or register online at www.ronsims. com or call 206.720.9922.

Please let me know if you want to join in the fun - thanks, suzie

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20. Adam Smith campaign kickoff; Tacoma 6/7

You Are Invited To A Campaign Kickoff Event Honoring

Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09)

Saturday, June 7th, 2008
6:00-8:00pm
Washington State History Museum
1911 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98402


Contributions should be made payable to:
Adam Smith for Congress Committee
PO Box 23626
Federal Way, WA 98093


To RSVP, please contact Matt Perry at 253-572-6125 or adamsmithevent@ gmail.com



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DIRECTIONS to the Washington State History Museum:

Coming from Seattle -- Take I-5 South and take exit #133/I-705 N toward City Center. Take WA-509 N/S. 21st Street exit toward Port of Tacoma. Take a slight left onto S. 21st Street. Take a right onto Pacific Avenue. The Washington History Museum is directly on your right-hand side. Free parking is available immediately on your right-hand side.

Coming from Olympia -- Take I-5 North and take exit #133 (I-705/WA-7 toward City Center). Merge onto I-705 on the left. Take WA-509 N/S. 21st Street toward Port of Tacoma. Take a slight left onto S. 21st Street. Take a right onto Pacific Avenue. The Washington History Museum is directly on your right-hand side. Free parking is available immediately on your right-hand side.

Paid for by Adam Smith for Congress Committee.
Contributions to this committee are not tax deductible.

--
Matt Perry, Political Director
Adam Smith for Congress Committee
P.O. Box 23626, Federal Way, WA 98093
253.572.6125 Office

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21. Tina Orwall wins endorsement of 33rd LD Dems and environmental groups

Tina Orwall Wins Party Nomination, Sole Endorsement from Washington Conservation Voters

Momentum building for award winning affordable housing leader with new endorsements and growing support from education, labor, and elected leaders throughout the region

Normandy Park, WA -- Award-winning affordable housing advocate, former Highline PTA leader and Democratic Party activist Tina Orwall reached two important campaign milestones in the last week, including winning the official nomination of the 33rd LD Democrats and the sole endorsement of the Washington Conservation Voters.

These achievements come on the heels of other recent endorsements, including the sole endorsement of the Washington Education Association, local elected leaders from around the district, unions including IBEW local 46, and a dual endorsement from the Washington State Labor Council.

Orwall is running for the seat being vacated by incumbent Representative Shay Schual-Berke who is retiring at the end of this term.

Schual-Berke has endorsed Orwall and spoke on her behalf at the nomination convention, comprised of elected and appointed PCOs voting weighted ballots based on the number of delegates within their precincts as of the February precinct caucus.

"I am extremely honored and excited to have received the Democratic nomination from my 33rd LD District Organization, " said Tina. "This is an outstanding organization that has some of the most dedicated Democrats I have ever had the pleasure to know."

The Washington Conservation Voters also gave Orwall a sole endorsement. As co-chair of the King County Democrats Legislative Action Committee, Orwall worked extensively on environmental legislative priorities including recent toxic toy regulations and cleanup of Puget Sound.

"I'm honored to have the endorsement and confidence of the environmental community and pledge to be a strong partner in the effort to address climate change and protect our air and water," said Orwall. "It's great momentum for our campaign."

Overall, Orwall has taken a lead over both of her current opponents in fundraising, endorsements, and knocking on doors—the critical measures of a campaign's organization and support.

"The campaign is going very well and I am working every day to meet voters and build on a strong base of support," said Orwall. "Voters are looking for real leadership on issues ranging from the economy and education to transportation and the environment. I look forward to a long summer of meeting with, and listening to, the people of the 33rd District."

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32. House party for Tina 6/22 in Normandy Park

This is an important time to unite as a party and to work hard together so we can be assured of a victory in November. We have so much at stake from the White House--to the Governor's Race--to the Washington State House of Representatives! I would like to ask for your support as we work to keep strong Democratic representation in Olympia in the 33rd Legislative District.

Please join us at a special gathering on Sunday, June 22nd from 2:00-4:30 in Normandy Park at the lovely home of Helen Kludt (see invitation below) to celebrate the campaign that will keep our seat in Olympia and to honor Rep. Shay Schual-Berke for her 10 years of service. Our hosts will be Senator Karen Keiser, Representative Dave Upthegrove, and King County Councilmembers Dow Constantine and Julia Patterson.

I would like to make a special thank you to Elizabeth Albertson who has lent me her support after running a strong, positive campaign that allows us to come together as Democrats to defeat the GOP candidate that is running in this race.
To learn more about the campaign, volunteer or donate please see our website at www.electtinaorwall.com.
Thank you your support and I hope to see you on the 22nd!

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22. Reception for Lands Commissioner candidate Peter Goldmark in Seattle 6/1

Come to a reception for Peter Goldmark
Candidate for Public Lands Commissioner
http://www.petergoldmark.com/

Sunday, June 1st, 2008 - 2:00pm - 5:00pm
At the home of Dwight Pelz and Beth Brunton
Suggested Donation: $40 per person

Please RSVP to Dwight at [phone] or meatuprsvp {at} wa-democrats.org
Featuring Ezell's Chicken, Jones BBQ Ribs, and Goldmark Beef
http://bunchgrassbeef.com/photos.html

SPONSORS
Dwight Pelz Beth Brunton
Jenny Durkan Joe Ryan
Matt Loschen Matthew Bergman
Ralph Gorin Richard Leeds
Ken Alhadeff Judith Bendich
Bruce Blume Kelly & Dick Pelz

Paid for by Peter Goldmark for Lands Commissioner
PO Box 12917
Seattle, WA 98111

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23. Yay!! We have a candidate against McMorris in the 5th CD!

Mark Mays does have a campaign website up:

http://votemarkmays.com/

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24. W00t!! We have a Dem candidate for Secretary of State!

http://www.washblog.com/story/2008/6/2/18554/77463

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26. More--

http://blog.zappini.org/
http://blog.seattletimes.nwsource.com/davidpostman/2008/06/dems_field_secretary_of_state_candidate.html#more

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25. Question

Where do you think my volunteer hours would be best spent? I live in the Seattle area, in Inslee's district.

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27. I'd recommend getting started with voter registration

Inslee looks to be a done deal, and won't need a lot of extra help. Take part in your local LD endorsement process and help them assemble candidate packets. SecState and Land Commissioner are important as well.

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28. KCDCC Judicial Forum in Renton 6/10

KCDCC Judicial Forum
Tuesday—June 10, 2008
6:00 pm Social Hour
7:00 pm Forum Begins

Renton Carpenters Hall—231 Burnett Avenue North


Moderated by Attorneys Genessa Stout and Yvonne Ward

Four panels of candidates will have thirty minutes each to:

Make one-minute introductory statements

Respond with one-minute answer to three questions from the audience and one prepared by the moderators

Panels:

1) Susan Amini King County Superior Court, Position 1
Suzanne Parisien King County Superior Court, Position 1
Tim Bradshaw King County Superior Court, Position 1
Jean Bouffard King County Superior Court, Position 10
Regina Cahan King County Superior Court, Position 10

2)Rebeccah Graham King County Superior Court, Position 22
Julia Garratt King County Superior Court, Position 22
Holly Hill King County Superior Court, Position 22
Laura Gene Middaugh King County Superior Court, Position 26

3)Nic Corning King County Superior Court, Position 37
ean Rietschel King County Superior Court, Position 37
Barbara Mack King County Superior Court, Position 37
Monica Benton King County Superior Court, Position 49 (Judge Benton has no opposition)
Mariane Spearman King County Superior Court, Position 53


4)Linda Lau Appeals Court, Div 1, District 1, Position 5
Ann Schindler Appeals Court, Div 1, District 1, Position 6 (Appeals Court Judges have no opposition)

Mary Fairhurst Supreme Court Justice, Position 3
Michael Bond Supreme Court Justice, Position 3
Charles Johnson Supreme Court Justice, Position 4
Debra Stephens Supreme Court Justice, Position 7

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29. Stonewall Dems fundraiser for LD 5 Senate Candidate Phyllis Huster

WASHINGTON STONEWALL DEMOCRATS TO HOST LGBT 'TEA PARTY' FUNDRAISER TO KICK OFF GAY PRIDE WEEK IN SEATTLE

The Washington State Stonewall Democrats host a fundraiser that benefits Democratic candidate Phyllis Huster in her upcoming State Senate race in Legislative District 5, and will be held at the Capitol Hill home of Rod Hearn and Roger Nyhus on June 22nd from 2 to 5 p.m.

State Senator Ed Murray, State Representatives Marko Liias and Jim Moeller, Seattle City Councilwoman Sally Clark and Pierce County Councilman Tim Farrell are co-hosts of the event, which will feature the infamous menu of exotic hors d'oeuvres made by Voodoo Kitchen Catering.

Ms. Huster is the 5th Legislative District's Democratic nominee for the State Senate and if elected will become the first open Lesbian elected to statewide office in Washington. Her election would make the Gay Caucus of the Washington Legislature the largest in the nation. Ms. Huster would join the Gay Caucus with Senators Murray and Joe McDermott in the Senate, and Representatives Liias, Jamie Pedersen, Jim Moeller and Dave Upthegrove in the House.

To RSVP or ask any questions about the event, please contact Anita Latch: anita {at} stonewalldemswa.org or Chris Nelson, Ms. Huster's Campaign Manager at 360-362-9067, email: chris {at} phyllisforsenate.com.

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30. Re-elect Mike Kreidler for Insurance Commissioner

It's an exciting time to be a Democrat!

The prospects for much-needed change at the national level have never been better. And I want our Washington to lead the way to achieving guaranteed, affordable health insurance for everyone.

I have a proposal to do just that!

My Guaranteed Health Benefits Plan is affordable, preserves choice and ensures that every resident of Washington State is protected. For more information about my proposal, visit http://www.kreidler2008.com/issues1.cfm

I have been honored to serve as your state Insurance Commissioner for the past eight years. With your help, I will continue to be a strong and independent voice for consumers during the next four years.

The struggle to defend consumers has not been easy, but our successes have made it worth the! effort. A few of these include:


Preventing Premera Blue Cross from converting from non-profit to "for-profit" status
Successfully fighting big out-of-state insurance companies that tried to repeal our state's Insurance Fair Conduct Act (Referendum 67)

Cutting excessive insurance rate increases by more than $200 million
Helping thousands of individual consumers receive more than $107 million in delayed or denied payments

Restoring bankrupt health, malpractice and life insurance companies to profitability

But nothing is more important to me than the struggle to reform our broken health insurance system.

I will be reaching out to as many individuals, small businesses, large employers, and organizations as possible in the coming year to build support for legislative action in 2009.

It won't be easy to break the logjam and achieve real reform. Will you help me?

Please take the time to make any donation you can afford to my campaign by clicking here: https://www.kreidler2008.com/donate.cfm

Regardless of who my opponent may be, I intend to use my campaign to focus on the need for health insurance reform NOW and share with you HOW we can make it happen together.

With your help, our Washington will show the other Washington how to solve this crisis.

Thanks so much,


Mike Kreidler
www.mikekreidler.com


Paid for by Washington State Democratic Central Committee
615 Second Ave., Seattle, WA 98104
[phone]
www.wa-democrats.org

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31. LGBT luncheon honoring Gov. Gregoire 6/16

Please Join Greg Kucera & Larry Yocom, Louise Chernin, and State Senator Ed Murray
For a luncheon with the L.G.B.T. community honoring Governor Chris Gregoire



Monday, June 16, 2008
12:00 p.m.
The Home of Greg Kucera & Larry Yocom
816 East Union
Seattle, WA

Guest $150
Patron $500
Sponsor $1000


Please RSVP to Chris Cooledge at ccooledge {at} chrisgregoire.com or by phone at [phone]

You can also R.S.V.P. online at: http://www.chrisgregoire.com/events/lgbtluncheon
Can't come but want to make a contribution to the Gregoire Campaign? Click here!
https://www.chrisgregoire.com/main.cfm?actionId=globalShowStaticContent&screenKey=userContribution&eventId=1591&s=gregoire

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33. Jim McIntire for state Treasurer kickofff 6/18 in Tacoma

Washington State needs Jim McIntire to serve as our next Treasurer
____________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _
Please join leaders of Pierce County to help Jim in his campaign effort

Hosted By:
Bill Baarsma, Steve Conway, Tim Farrell, Dennis Flannigan, Rosa Franklin, Calvin Goings, Tami Green, Todd Iverson, Jim Kastama, Derek Kilmer, Steve Kirby, John Ladenburg, Ken Madson, Ryan Mello, Dawn Morrell, Debbie Regala, Larry Seaquist, Dan Sexton, and more

Wednesday June 18th 6:00-8:00pm
The Hub Restaurant
203 Tacoma Ave SouthTacoma, WA, 98402

Suggested Donation:
Supporter $35 Friend $100 "Leader $250
Please RSVP to (253)-732-9434 or Andrew {at}jimmcintire. com

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34. Dave Upthegrove LD 33 campaign kickoff in Des Moines 7/17

Please join Governor Chris Gregoire and other local Democrats next Thursday July 17th from 5:30- 7:00 PM at the Des Moines Yacht Club for a pizza party and rally to kickoff my campaign for re-election to the State House of Representatives from the 33rd District.

Kids and families are welcome at this beautiful Puget Sound waterfront location for pizza, soft drinks, beer & wine, and a program of political speakers including Governor Gregoire.

Representatives from the Obama Campaign will be on-hand as well. Please join us for some fun, some food, and to learn how you can get involved locally to be a part of the movement for change.

In order to have good jobs and a strong economy, we need to keep South King County a great place to live. As Chairman of the House Ecology & Parks Committee I have worked closely with the Governor on progressive initiatives to clean up Puget Sound and to tackle the challenge of global climate change. I also have worked with the Governor to improve education and make our public schools work for all students.

I hope you will join me to help launch my re-election campaign and to give the Governor an enthusiastic warm welcome in our community. Contributions to "The Upthegrove Campaign" will be gratefully accepted.

I hope you can all make it in person, but for those unable to attend:
https://www.completecampaigns.com/public.asp?name=UpTheGrove&page=1
Dave Upthegrove

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35. Jamie Peterson event in Seattle to support John Driscoll candidacy (D-LD6) 7/19

Join Equal Rights Washington for a fundraiser at the home of State Representative Jamie Pedersen to support John Driscoll- candidate for the 6th Legislative District.

When: Saturday, July 19, 2008, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. RSVP to doug {at} equalrightswashington.org or call 206-324-2570.

What: Light snacks refreshments at the home of Rep. Jamie Pedersen to support Candidate John Driscoll of Spokane.
Where: 1406 E. Thomas St., Seattle, WA 98112
Why: John Driscoll is a strong supporter supporter of full equality for Lesbian, Gay Bisexual, and Transgender Washingtonians. He is challenging John Ahern, one of the most anti-gay incumbents in the Washington State House.


This is an outstanding opportunity to help our brothers and sisters in Spokane elect an equality-minded legislator. Come meet John Driscoll and bring your checkbook!

RSVP to doug {at} equalrightswashington.org or call 206-324-2570


We look forward to seeing you!

Can't attend? You can make a donation by clicking here http://www.votejohndriscoll.org/contribute.php, or you may send a donation to:

Citizens for John Driscoll
2525 E. 29th Ave. Ste 10B
PMB #344
Spokane, WA 99223

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36. Rep Phyllis Kenney's Summer Fiesta in Belltown (Seattle) 7/14

Rep. Phyllis Kenney's Summer Fiesta - Monday, July 14th 5:30-7:30pm
At the home of Rodolfo & Shannon Hernandez
2033 2nd Avenue, the Sky Terrace Room
in Seattle's Belltown Neighborhood

Featuring the food of chef extraordinare
Carlos Cortez of the Space Needle Restaurant

RSVP: fiestarsvp {at} hotmail.com

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37. Sen. Debbie Regala campaign kickoff in Tacoma 7/15

Senator Debbie Regala - Campaign Kick-Off - Tuesday, July 15, 2008 - 5:30-7:30pm
Pour at Four Wine Bar, 3814 N. 26th Street - Tacoma

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38. Rep. Deb Wallace Campaign kick-off 7/17 in Vancouver

Rep. Deb Wallace Campaign kick-off - Thursday July 17, 2008 5:30-7:30pm
Come join Deb Wallace at her campaign kick-off!

Firstenburg Community Center
700 NE 136th Ave., Vancouver

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39. Rep. Judy Clibborn's Garden Party 7/27 on Mercer Island

Rep. Judy Clibborn's Garden Party - Sunday July 27th 6pm-8pm
At the Clibborn Residence
8140 SE 44
Mercer Island, WA 98040

For questions or to RSVP contact Lindsay Adams at [phone]

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40. Sen Karen Fraser picnic 7/28 in Tumwater

Senator Karen Fraser –21st Annual Summer Picnic - Monday, July 28 5-7pm
Tumwater Falls Park
Food, beverages & music.

The park is located between I-5 and the old Olympia Brewery, next to the Falls Terrace Restaurant (106 South Deschutes Way, Tumwater 98501).

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41. Sen. Mary Margaret Haugen reception 8/4 on Camano Island

Senator Mary Margaret Haugen – Women’s Reception and Fundraiser - Monday August 4th 5:00pm-7:00pm
At the Home of Joan Schrammack
1067 Scenic Ave
Camano Island, WA 98282
R.S.V.P. Pam at 206-650-0020
Sponsor $100.00, Friend $50.00

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42. Reception for Gov Gregoire 7/17 in University Place

Women of Influence in Pierce County - For Gov. Gregoire - Thursday July 17th, 7:00pm
Please Join the Hon. Julie Anderson, Hon. Jean Brooks, Hon. Jeannie Darneille, Amy Goings, Terry Hayes, Teresa Iverson, Hon. Connie Ladenburg, Dawn Lucien, Kathryn McCarthy, Hon. Clare Petrich, Hon. Debbie Regala, Keri Rooney, Patty Rose, Hon. Marilyn Strickland, Hon. Claudia Thomas, Hon. Victoria Woodards

For a reception with Governor Chris Gregoire Pierce County Environmental Service Building 9850 64th St W., University Place, WA 98467

Supporter: $50, Host: $250, Sponsor: $500
RSVP to kwood {at} chrisgregoire.com or call [phone], or online at: www.chrisgregoire.com/events/pcwomen

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43. Garden party for Gregoire in Seattle 7/22

Please Join

Kay Bullitt, Representative Maralyn Chase, Edie Gilliss,
Senator Karen Keiser, Representative Phyllis
Kenney, Senator Adam Kline, Chiho Lai, Dwight Pelz,
Representative Eric Pettigrew, Tina Podlodowski,
and Representative Dave Upthegrove
yor a Garden Party with

Governor Chris Gregoire

5:30 pm Tuesday,
July 22nd, 2008

The Home of Kay Bullitt
1125 Harvard Ave E
Seattle, WA 98102

Supporter: $50
Host: $250
Sponsor: $500

Please RSVP to Dayna Lurie at [e-mail] or call [phone]

To RSVP online, go to www.chrisgregoire.com/events/gardenparty

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44. Work for Kevin Bender (State Senator) 7/19 in Skagit County

I usually ask you to join Democrats Work at a service project in your community. Today, I'm asking for service of a different kind.

Our friends at the Washington Bus have a special offer for you: go to Mt. Vernon this weekend and help change the world. Sounds good, right?

This Saturday, July 19th, the Washington Bus will travel to Skagit County to help elect state Senate candidate Kevin Ranker. Kevin - the youngest member of the San Juan County Council - is an amazing candidate who is going to shake things up in Olympia. He's a lifelong conservation leader, Chair of the Puget Sound Salmon Recovery Council, and a surfer with a commitment to our schools and our economy. He needs your help to win.

So, how does the Washington Bus work? You fill an actual bus with volunteer riders (you!) and knock on thousands of doors in important swing districts across the state.

There are only a few seats left for this Saturday. Click here to get your ticket! http://www.washingtonbus.org/index.php?option=com_events&type=event&task=details&id=28&Itemid=61

The bus leaves at 9:00 a.m. from Beacon Hill in Seattle. You'll be back by 7:00 p.m. In between, you'll eat breakfast, hang out with great folks, have lunch, knock on a thousand doors, eat dinner, and, for dessert, you will savor the sweet taste of world-changing work.

Enjoy!

Thomas Bates
Co-Founder and Executive Director, Democrats Work


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Democrats Work connects grassroots Democrats wth community service projects across Washington state and the country. Since last year, Democrats Work has helped mobilize 2000 volunteers at more than 90 service projects. Through this service-based approach, Democrats Work promotes Democratic values at the local level, showing our neighbors that Democrats work hard to improve their communities every day. To learn more, go to www.democratswork.org.

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45. Peter Goldmark (Lands Commissioner) event in Seattle 7/25

Senators Joe McDermott and Margarita Prentice, Representatives Eileen Cody and Sharon Nelson, Les Treall, Ivan Weiss, Suzie Sheary, Beth Grieser, Amy Carey, Peter Berliner and Melinda Leonard, Jacqueline Dupras, and John McGlenn

Invite you to


Meet our Candidate for Public Lands Commissioner--Peter Goldmark


Friday, July 25th, 2008
6:00 ¨C 8:00 pm
appetizers, wine and refreshments


at Puget Ridge Co-Housing
7020 18th Ave S, West Seattle , WA 98106


Suggested donation: $50 ¡ñ $100 ¡ñ $250 ¡ñ $500
(Maximum donation allowed by law is $3,200 per individual or corporation)

Please come and learn why the office of Public Lands Commissioner is vital to our state and our children's future


Please RSVP to Les Treall at les.treall{at} gmail. com or call [phone]


Did you KNOW that¡­


the elected Commissioner of Public Lands manages over 2 million acres of state forests?
the elected Commissioner of Public Lands is responsible for regulating over 9 million acres of private forest land?
the elected Commissioner of Public Lands manages ALL of the state¡¯s salt-water tidelands?
the incumbent has tried to increase the state¡¯s timber harvest by almost 30% until a court shot down his plan?
the incumbent has resisted stricter logging rules on steep and unstable slopes so they would not produce catastrophic floods?
over 50% of incumbent¡¯s contributions to date have come from timber, mining, and real estate interests?


Peter Goldmark will restore public trust in the management of our public lands
To donate online visit www.votepetergoldmark.com


Authorized by Goldmark for Public Lands Commissioner
P.O. Box 12917
Seattle , WA 98111 ¨
Labor Donated

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46. Cheryl Crist (3rd CD peace candidate) fundraiser 7/26 in Olympia

Dear Friends and Supporters of Cheryl Crist for the U.S. House of Representatives:

Please join Cheryl this Saturday, July 26th, for a garden party fundraiser featuring wood-fired pizza, drinks and live entertainment! Entrance donations are on a sliding scale from $10-$30. The party starts at 6:00 PM and goes until 9:00 PM .

Location: Fertile Ground Community Center
311 9th Ave, Olympia (behind the Olympia Timberland Library)

Come out this Saturday for a great evening to support our candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives! Thank you.

**We still need volunteers to help make the pizzas! Please contact me at 360-352-3380 if you're available. If you're volunteering, please arrive at 5:00 PM for instructions.

Best regards,
Kayla Saville

Crist for Congress Campaign Manager

www.cristforcongress.us

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47. Gov. Gregoire boat tour of Puget Sound 7/24-7/25

Friends of Governor Gregoire and Puget Sound:

This week, Governor Chris Gregoire is taking a tour like one you probably haven't seen before. Instead of riding in a biodiesel bus or a train, the governor is taking a boat tour of Puget Sound.

Governor Gregoire has been a champion for the clean-up of Puget Sound. To continue to raise the profile of one of the most important environmental issues in the state, the governor will be traveling to
communities throughout the Sound to highlight what she is doing and what we all can do to save it.

We want YOU to meet her at the "Ports of Call" along the way!
Thursday, July 24th

9:00 a.m. Tacoma - Thea Foss Waterway by the Glass Museum
10:30 a.m. Des Moines - Des Moines Marina
2:00 p.m. Seattle - Golden Gardens Park
4:00 p.m. Edmonds - Port of Edmonds



Friday, July 25th

12:00 p.m. Bainbridge Island - Eagle Harbor
2:00 p.m. Hoods Canal
4:00 p.m. Bremerton - Fountain Park


Please contact your local field organizer for more details on the event:
Michelle Gregoire
260 556 5323

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48. Peter Goldmark (Lands Commissioner) fundraiser in Seattle 8/2

WHAT: Watch the Blue Angels Air Show from the shores of Lake Washington and meet Peter Goldmark, Candidate for Land Commissioner, at this fun election fundraising event!

WHEN: Saturday August 2, noon -2pm (air show starts at 12:45)

WHERE: Ellis residence, 7625 Overlake Drive West , Medina ( West Bellevue )

Pool's open! Bring kids, swim suits and towels
Park at Medina School if Overlake Drive is posted "No Parking" (Ellis driveway can hold approximately 20 cars)
I-90 will close for the air show so be sure to arrive early

HOW: Choose a donation level:

· Friend: $50

· Family: $125

· Fantastic!: $250

RSVP: cellis {at} nwlink. com, www.petergoldmark. com or leave a message at [phone].

Send checks to: Goldmark for Land Commissioner, P. O. Box 12917 , Seattle , WA 98111 or donate online at www.petergoldmark. com. Goldmark is endorsed by the Sierra Club, WA Conservation Voters, WA Education Association, as well as Senators Maria Cantwell, Patty Murray, Governor Chris Gregoire, Former Governor Gary Locke, Congressman Jim McDermott, King County Executive Ron Sims as well as many, many others.

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49. Adam Smith Souse party 8/20

I want to make sure that you have all gotten the invitation for Adam's annual House Party on August 20th. Adam would love it if some hardworking, grassroots Democrats like yourselves were at the event. Feel free to give me a call (253-572-6125) if you have any questions or if you'd like to RSVP!

Enjoy the rest of your summer!

-Matt


Adam and Sara Smith
cordially invite you to join their family for the

10th Annual
Adam Smith House Party
Wednesday, August 20th, 2008
5:30 – 8:00 pm
The Smith Residence
1822 Mariner Circle NE
Tacoma, WA 98422

Donations greatly appreciated.

Please make checks payable to:
Adam Smith for Congress Committee
PO Box 23626, Federal Way, WA 98093


Please RSVP to Matt Perry at [phone] or adamsmithevent@ gmail.com

DIRECTIONS:
Take I-5 North or South to Exit 137 (54th Street/Fife Exit)
Turn right onto 54th Street
At the third light, turn right onto Marine View Drive
You will be driving along the Port of Tacoma
At the first light, turn right onto Norpoint Way
You will be climbing a hill. When you reach a "light house," turn left into the Point Woodworth neighborhood
When you enter the neighborhood, turn left onto Point Woodworth Drive NE
At the first right, turn right onto Mariner Circle NE
Adam's home is on the left at 1822 Mariner Circle NE
Look for the Adam Smith signs



Paid for and authorized by the Adam Smith For Congress Committee,
PO Box 23626, Federal Way, WA, 98093
Contributions to this committee are not tax deductible.

--
Matt Perry, Political Director
Adam Smith for Congress Committee
P.O. Box 23626, Federal Way, WA 98093
253.572.6125 Office
www.electadamsmith.com

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50. Gregoire pimary party in Seattle

If you are in the Seattle area tomorrow night, we would love to have your company at our primary night party. If you are not in the Seattle area, many local campaigns and party operations are holding local events. Please contact your local field office for information.

We will be at the Northwest African American Museum in Seattle's Central District.

Northwest African American Museum
2300 S. Massachusetts Street
Seattle, WA 98144

The party starts at 7:30. Polls close at 8:00. We will be at the museum until 10:30.


We will serve light deserts. There will be a cash bar.

Zach Silk | Gregoire 2008
Deputy Campaign Manager

206.382.2008 o
206.351.6437 c
206.621.1938 f
www.chrisgregoire.com

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51. Gregoire and Dr. Meltzoff to discuss early childhood education 9/18 in Seattle

We would like to invite you and anyone else you know to join us for a discussion about early learning and the future of our state with

Dr. Andrew Meltzoff
co-director of the Institute of Learning and Brain Sciences at the University of Washington

& Governor Chris Gregoire



When: Thursday, September 18, 2008, 5:30 pm
Where: Our house in Queen Anne, 1535 9th Ave W.
How much: $250 Supporter, $500 Host , $1000 Sponsor

Food & Drink – Eric will be cracking open some fantastic Washington Wines and we'll have light nibbles
RSVP: Please RSVP to Dayna Lurie at [e-mail] or call [phone]. To RSVP online, go to www.chrisgregoire.com/events/earlylearning

Special Note for parents: Babysitters will be available at the LeVine house with pizza and healthy snacks available for children.

Paid for by: People for Chris Gregoire, Governor (D)

P.O. Box 2771, Seattle, WA 98111

Political contributions are not tax deductible for any purpose. The maximum donation for the general election per individual, organization or corporation is $1,600.

State law requires that donors must be legal U.S. residents, corporations doing business in Washington State, or legal PAC's.

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52. Rossi got another $1 million from RNC recently

And Palin will rev up the evangelical nuts.

Contact the Gregoire campaign for donations or volunteering

http://www.chrisgregoire.com/

or the Obama/coordinate campaign

Seattle: 1310 Mercer St, Seattle WA 98101, 206-903-0172

Others at:

http://www.waforobama.com/Offices.html

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53. Peter Goldmark fundraiser in Seattle 10/2

Stephanie Solien and Frank Greer
Congressman Jay Inslee* and Trudi Inslee
Senator Jeanne Kohl-Welles
Kay Bullitt, John Burbank, Kathy Fletcher, KC Golden, Deb & Kurt Guenther, Tim Zenk,
Denis Hayes, John Hoyt, Sarah Jaynes, Perrin Kaplan, Marie Mentor, Aaron Ostrom, Lisa Pelly, Ron Sher, Gretchen Sorensen, Doug and Maggie Walker, and Ken Weiner

Invite you to
Meet our Candidate for Public Lands Commissioner
Peter Goldmark
Thursday, October 2, 2008
5:00 - 7:30pm

Please join us at 5:00pm to watch the Vice-Presidential debate
and then we will hear from our friend Peter Goldmark at 6:30pm after the debate.
Appetizers, Wine and Refreshments
At the home of Stephanie Solien and Frank Greer
620 W Howe Street, Seattle, WA 98119

Suggested Individual Donation:
$500 Sponsor - $250 Friend - $100 Supporter
Please RSVP to Stephanie at ssolien{at} msn. com or Amanda at [phone]



Please RSVP to Stephanie at ssolien {at} msn.com or Amanda at 206.447.4169

Did you KNOW that…

• The elected Commissioner of Public Lands manages over 2 million acres of state forests?
• The elected Commissioner of Public Lands is responsible for regulating over 9 million acres of private forest land?
• The elected Commissioner of Public Lands manages ALL of the state's salt-water tidelands?
• The incumbent has tried to increase the state's timber harvest by almost 30% until a court shot down his plan?
• The incumbent has resisted improving the logging rules on steep and unstable slopes so they would not produce catastrophic floods?
• A little over 50% of incumbent's contributions to date have come from timber, mining, and real estate interests?

Peter Goldmark will restore public trust in the management of OUR public lands.

To donate online visit www.votepetergoldmark.com

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54. Equal Rights Washington PAC Presents Party for the Cause! Seattle 10/7

Equal Rights Washington PAC Presents Party for the Cause!

Help Us Elect Pro-Equality Candidates!

SUGGESTED CONTRIBUTION:
$50 - $100 - $250 - $500

Tuesday, October 7, 2008
6:00 to 8:00 PM
Rosebud Restaurant & Bar
719 E Pike St., Seattle 98122

Can't attend? Make a donation to the PAC to elect pro-equality leaders in Washington State.

Co-hosts include (others are still joining): Hon. Jamie Pedersen, Hon. Joe McDermott, Marsha Botzer, Janice Van Cleve, Joshua Friedes, Rabbi Michael Latz, JJ McKay, Margaret Rothschild & George Heidorn, 'mo Magazine, Robert Sondheim & Rosebud, George Scarola, Blair Butterworth, Council Member Tim Burgess, Jason Bennett & Argo Strategies, and Connie Watts & Chris Korsmo.

https://secure.ga4.org/01/donate_2008_PAC

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55. Racial Justice Campaign fundraiser; Seattle 10/15

What
2nd Annual Racial Justice Campaign Candidate Fundraiser. Progressive Majority's mission is to elect progressive champions at the local and state level. Join us for an event highlighting two courageous women of color running in this year's elections, Vickie Ybarra for state representative of the 14th Legislative District and Roslynne Reed for Mason County commissioner.

Special Guest
Sili Savusa Highline School Board Member and
2007 Progressive Majority Candidate

When
Wednesday, October 15, 6 p.m.

Where
At the home of Joby Shimomura and Trace Anderson
The Roebling Building
900 First Avenue South, #304
Seattle, WA 98104
Click for Map

Sponsorship Levels
Suggested contribution of $50 to Progressive Majority and $25 to each candidate.
*Credit Cards accepted at the door

Other:
Drinks and hors d'oeuvres. Street parking available.


RSVP
klogsdon {at} progressivemajority.org, Kristina at 206-443-5566 or click here to register online.
https://secure.grassroots.com/progressivemajority/wa-rjc-101508/

Can't attend?
You can still support Progressive Majority by clicking here to make a secure donation.
https://secure.grassroots.com/progressivemajority/

About Progressive Majority
Progressive Majority recruits, trains and elects leaders willing to stand up and fight for what matters. Progressive Majority focuses not just on the next election, but on building a progressive political movement that will elect an enduring majority for years to come.

Since 2004, Progressive Majority has recruited and elected 272 progressives to office in eight states and helped flip control of four state legislatures, 30 local governments and three state offices.

We would like to thank our generous sponsors
Congressman Jay and Trudy Inslee, Darcy Burner, Joby Shimomura and Trace Anderson, NARAL Pro-Choice Washington PAC, Northwest Coalition of Asian Pacific Americans (NWCAPA), and Shoreline Mayor Cindy Ryu

Co-Hosts
Rep. Phyllis Kenney, Rep. Zack Hudgins, Lynn Allen and Rebuilding Democracy, Sheldon Arakaki, Bernal Baca, Peggy Ann Bierbaum, Nancy Biery, Blair Butterworth, Nori Catabay, George Cheung, Kelly Dang, Debadutta Dash, Cindy Domingo, Maura Donoghue, Gayatri Eassey, Deb Entenman, Thomas Goldstein, Rosalinda Guillen, Rob Holland, Doug Honma, Candace Inagi, Angelie and Roi Kim, Hyeok Kim, Latino Political Action Committee of Washington, Livia Lam, Christine Lange, LaVerne Lamoureux, Tony Lee, CJ Liu, Sharon Maeda, Dan Merkle, Linda Mitchell, Akemi Matsumoto, Luis and Anita Moscoso, Mark Okazaki, Savitha Pathi, Ed and Meegan Prince, Florian Purganan, De'Sean Quinn, Santiago Ramos, George Scarola, Aiko Schaefer, Ali Scego, Nadine and Dennis Shiroma, Misty Shock, Javier Valdez, and Ruth Woo

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56. State Treasurer fundraiser 10/21 in Seattle

Theo Angelis, Becky Bogard, Jon Bridge, Charlie Brown, Stephan Coonrod, Stacey Crawshaw-Lewis, Steve Gano, David Thompson, Cynthia Weed, Grace Yuan Invite you to join Senator Jeanne Kohl-Welles, Representative Judy Clibborn, Representative Steve Conway, Representative Bill Fromhold, Representative Ruth Kagi, Representative Jamie Pedersen For a Reception on behalf of

Jim McIntire for
State Treasurer

October 21st, 2008
5:30 to 7:00 p.m.

K&L Gates
925 Fourth Avenue, Suite 2900
Seattle, WA 98104

Suggested Donation:
Gold Level $250---Silver Level $100
RSVP to candidateevent{at} hotmail.com or Jodie Fickett @ 206-370-6535

Authorized by Citizens for McIntire
P.O. Box 21941
Seattle, WA 98111
K&L GATES LLP is not sponsoring this event and does not endorse any particular candidate.

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57. Heads up for Douglas County Dems--

Snyder is pro planned development. We need all of the support we can get.


Keane has 14 contributors and 9 of those are in the building industry. If you have any contacts in Douglas County that are concerned about how the county is being run. can your forward this message to them??

Thank you.

Dixie

Dale Snyder District #2 Douglas County commissioner candidate will be at ......

The Wild Card Sports Bar (old Mickey O'Riley's) in East Wenatchee October 8th at noon

Friday October 10th at 7:20 AM Dale will be speaking on KOHO radio

Dale will be at the Republican debate in the Douglas County PUD auditorium 7:00 PM October 16th

Sunday October 19th Dale will be at the van Tassel Center (Wenatchee Valley College) for the meet

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58. Washington Fair Trade Coalition to hold town hall in Bellevue 10/16

Please join the Washington Fair Trade Coalition and Bellevue Community College 's Center for Liberal Arts in hosting an election Town Hall on trade policy and the economy. It is about time we gathered together congressional candidates and community leaders to discuss how we can improve our trade policy in the public interest!

What: Election Town Hall on Trade Policy and the Economy
When: Thursday, Oct 16th
Time: 6-7:30pm
Where: Bellevue Community College , Room N201

Darcy Burner (D) candidate WA 8th Distr.
Dave Reichert (R) incumbent WA 8th Distr. (TBC)
Larry Ishmael (R) candidate WA 1st Distr.
David Henry (IAM 751)
Kathleen Ridihalgh (Sierra Club Cascade Chapter)
Gaylan Prescott (USW 12)


The speakers will present their views on how US trade policy should be changed or improved in the next administration. There will be plenty of time for questions from the audience as well - so bring your questions and ideas on fair trade!


This will be a non-partisan event, discussing trade policy issues. The Washington Fair Trade Coalition does not endorse any party or candidates. We do like to hold candidates' feet to the fire, however. Please help use by asking the tough questions of our Congressional candidates and community leaders!


Organizational sponsors:
Washington Fair Trade Coalition
Bellevue Community College Center for Liberal Arts
BCC Associated Student Government Legislative Council
Washington State Labor Council
Martin Luther King County Labor Council

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59. Support John Burbank in the 46th LD

Recently I've received two emails from an outfit called "People for Jobs" on behalf of legislative candidate Reuven Carlyle, the "pro-business" Democrat running in the 36th District. I know that People for Jobs has sent out emails on behalf of several Republican candidates, as well. I think it's important that you know who this outfit represents.

People for Jobs has one contributor: Enterprise Washington Jobs PAC. The total list of contributors to that PAC are Weyerhaeuser, Building United Insurance, Physicians Insurance, Washington Restraurant Association, Port Blakely Trees, Master Builders of America, PSE, Green Diamond, McKinsistry Co, Safeco, United for Washington, Bank of America, Chevron, Premera Blue Cross, National Federation of Independent Businesses, Phillip Morris, Retail Action Council, Washington Food Industry Association, Alaska Distributors, Simpson, Utility Contractors, Braun NW and Jobs PAC; plus half a dozen corporate executives and three individuals who gave small amounts and don't show their jobs. (These last three accounted for $250 out of the $379,877.32 contributed).

And what is Enterprise Washington? As you might guess from the funders, Enterprise Washington exists to promote business interests - in fact, they say that "The Business Coalition is the new Political Party." And they identify "the opposition" as "AFL-CIO, SEIU, Teachers Unions, State Employees Unions, Trial Lawyers, Tribes, Environmental Organizations" plus Progressive Majority and Fuse Washington.

Now what's really amazing is that this corporate advocacy group backing pro-business candidates - this voice for corporate interests that identifies "environmental organizations" as "the opposition" - Enterprise Washington made an independent expenditure on behalf of Reuven Carlyle (I'm not sure if they support any other Democrats) stressing what a great environmental candidate Carlyle is. This is like having the National Right to Work Committee send out an email saying that one of their candidates is a great labor supporter. And this corporate voice that identifies teachers unions and state employee unions also made an independent expenditure for Carlyle saying that he's a great voice for education.

Over 43% of Carlyle's contributions - more than $100,000 - come from corporations, business associations and self-identified corporate executives. And that doesn't include the "independent expenditures" from Enterprise Washington - or the $15,000 in "independent expenditures" by the Realtor Quality of Life PAC.

Corporate interests from insurance companies to banks to utilities to real estate developers to hotels and restaurants to high tech are pouring money into this race. We can't let corporate front groups pretend to speak for environmentalism and public education. We can't let corporate interests buy the 36th District legislative seat. John Burbank is the pro-labor, pro-environment, pro-public education candidate for that legislative seat. John has been endorsed by the Washington State Labor Council and over two dozen unions; he's been endorsed by the Washington Education Association and the American Federation of Teachers-Washington; he's been endorsed by the State, County and 36th District Democrats; he's been endorsed by National Organization for Women, Women's Political Caucus and NARAL-Pro Choice Washington.

John does not accept corporate donations. Building on a huge base of individual contributors, plus substantial support from labor and other progressive groups, he's raised over $200,000. But it's hard to keep up with all the corporate funds flowing to Carlyle. John has been Executive Director of the Economic Opportunity Institute, a leading advocate for fair taxes; Political Director for the Washington State Labor Council; staff for the House Democratic Caucus ; a peace and environmental activist; and staff for Fremont Public Association (now Solid Ground), one of Seattle's largest social service organizations.

John was a key architect of our best-in-the-nation minimum wage law. He built the coalition for the Basic Health Plan which protected health care for 100,000 and provided care for an additional 25,000. John developed the policy to reinstate the estate tax to fund public education, resulting in an additional $105 million per year for education.

If you live in the 36th District, or have friends in the 36th District, please join me to support John Burbank. But even if you can't vote for John, please help him combat the onslaught of corporate money flowing into our District. I know that times are tough, and if you care about the elections, you're probably making a lot of donations. But these last two weeks can be crucial. Please help us elect a friend of labor and a long-time activist to the Legislature by going on-line to www.johnburbank.com and make a donation to John's campaign.

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60. Scot White, LD 46

Join us this Saturday for one last doorbell event!

Thank you so much for supporting our positive campaign to elect new leadership to represent us in the State Legislature. With only 12 days left until Election Day, please consider helping us in two important ways:

1. Volunteer two hours: Please join us at 10:00 AM this Saturday, October 25th for doorbelling our neighbors. Meet at my house: 9009 - 27th Ave NE. We'll provide updated walking lists and literature. Please email us to let us know if you plan to attend at [e-mail].

2. Make a contribution: Please help us get out our positive message about local, community values and a proven record of leadership and public service--any amount helps! Click here to make a secure donation online.
https://secure.blueutopia.com/scottwhite/contribute/

With so much at stake, I hope you will join our campaign! As always, if you have any questions about my campaign, please contact me directly at [e-mail] or by phone at 206-310-7970.

Sincerely,
Scott White

PS -- Unfortunately, many of our campaign yard signs continue to be stolen or swapped with our opponent's signs without the permission of the homeowner. Please contact us if you know of a sign that needs replacing or if you would like a sign for your yard--we will deliver. Thanks!