Wisconsin Solidarity rally in Olympia Saturday 2/26 11AM

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Anyone want to carpool from the Federal Way Park and Ride? PM me.

Washington State Democrats,

AFSCME Council 28 is organizing a rally in support of Wisconsin workers. Local anti union-anti Democrat organizations are planning a demonstration at the same time in support of Wisconsin Governor Walker here in Olympia. We need to show up and let them know that union busting is not welcome in Washington State and that we stand with Wisconsin Labor and Democrats. The rally will be at 11:00 this Saturday Feb. 26 at the Flag Circle in front of the Legislative building on the Capitol Campus. State Employees and supporters are encouraged to show up at Council 28 HQ at 10:00am on Saturday before the rally (1212 Jefferson ST SE, Olympia WA 98501). The union will provide a box lunch and T-shirt to union members and supporters. Please send me a note if you plan to participate so we can get a count for the lunches by this Friday.


Zach Smith
WSD 9th CD Executive Board Member
WSD Labor Caucus Member
zachhome {at} comcast.net
360 280-7080

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1. MoveOn, FUSE and Jobs with Justice are in on the act also

WA Rallies to Support the Workers in Wisconsin

There is a war on workers being waged in Wisconsin, and it's happening in other states too. Republican governors are using budget crises to justify denying workers their rights. That's why independents and progressive groups like MoveOn.org, Democracy For America, and Fuse Washington are joining with unions to organize rallies in state capitols across the country.

These rallies are to show solidarity with the union members in Wisconsin as well as to show the importance of collective bargaining rights for all. Come stand with us as we demand an end to the attacks on workers' rights and public services across the country. Demand investment, to create decent jobs for the millions of people who desperately want to work. And demand that the rich and powerful pay their fair share.

In SPOKANE on Friday 2/25 4:30-5:30 pm
RALLY IN SOLIDARITY WITH WISCONSIN WORKERS

Spokane organizers are calling for all to join in a rally IN SOLIDARITY WITH WISCONSIN WORKERS !
What: Rally In Solidarity with Wisconsin Workers
When: Friday, February 25th, 4:30-5:30 PM

Where: the corner of Ruby, Division and North River Drive. (813 N Division)
(Please keep the Wendy's parking lot open for customers.) There is a large parking lot across the street at the old CompUSA store, as well as street parking by Hollywood Video.

Note: DRESS WARM in layers -- WEAR your favorite union shirt or colors. (Suggestions for signs are below)

For more information, contact: (on FaceBook) http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=152878044769453&index=1 or email: [e-mail] .

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In OLYMPIA on Saturday, 2/26 Noon
RALLY TO SAVE THE AMERICAN DREAM

Please attend the RALLY TO SAVE THE AMERICAN DREAM in Olympia on Saturday:
What: Rally to Save the American Dream
When: Saturday, February 26th, 12:00 PM

Where: Tivoli Fountain at the Capitol Campus, 416 Sid Snyder Avenue SW, Olympia, WA 98504

RSVP: CLICK HERE

NOTE: The Washington State Republicans are also holding a rally that same day in Olympia in support of Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker. They have said, "Repeal of collective bargaining a conversation we should be having." We need to show them that our voice is louder than theirs!


Share this event on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=190730110949777

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2. Carpooling from Whatcom

Whatcom County Meet-up for Car Pooling 8-9:30am

BELLINGHAM: Bellingham High School parking lot on Cornwall
FERNDALE: Haggens' parking lot, on the corner nearest downtown Ferndale.
(Just across the I-5 from the Ferndale Transit Station on Axton Rd.)

Share the time, share the gas, win the day

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3. Spokane rally info

Spokane Solidarity Rally Friday February 25:

Wanted:

More invitations to your family, friends and neighbors to join the rally today:

Your easy to read poster board size on-message signs Paper base of 1-ton pellet pallet is great sign material.

4 pm volunteers meeting at Wendy's at 830 N Division: Rally hosts to monitor the city's requirement that sidewalks be clear enough for pedestrians to use the sidewalks and that no one is in the street which is for vehicular traffic only.

Using Wendy's facilities, patronize with your purchase of Wendy's food and beverages.

Parking in off-street parking areas must be permissible.

STA Bus 25: Exact change fare: $1.50; day pass from bus driver $3.

Christine Clark, Chair
7th LD Democratic Organization

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4. About 2500 in Olympia

Olympia, WA 2-26-2011









Backbone campaign



Koch dealer


Ich bin ein cheesehead

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5. More photos--unedited

http://www.turnerphotographics.com/private/110226OlyRally/

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6. King 5 slideshow

http://www.king5.com/news/slideshows/Thousands-march-in-Olympia-for-union-rights-116987168.html