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Local Resources for Furloughed Government Workers

For those in need Free haircuts Jan 21-27 at Barbershack. https://www.facebook.com/bellinghambarbershack/posts/2237278193152976 Free bread from Great Harvest. https://www.facebook.com/212874904923/photos/a.212884089923/10157253430464924 Interest-free charge account for copays or over-the-counter products at Hoagland Pharmacy. https://www.facebook.com/hoagland.pharmacy.bellingham/posts/2042127412519066 Free fitness classes at Love to Move Studioz. https://www.facebook.com/BrianKennemerPhotography/posts/2381542688587751 Free or reduced priced lunch for students… Read More »Local Resources for Furloughed Government Workers

In Response to Sen. Ranker’s Resignation

2019-01-122019-01-12
by eowynjesse
Democracy, democratic process, Elected officials, Local, Vulnerable people

Today, Senator Kevin Ranker resigned his position as state senator for Washington’s 40th Legislative District. Riveters Collective believes that resignation was the right decision, as we can no longer tolerate abuse of power at the expense of women’s safety, well-being, and professional advancement, and we… Read More »In Response to Sen. Ranker’s Resignation

In support of Ann Larson

2018-12-212018-12-21
by eowynjesse
Dialog, building bridges, Elected officials, Local, State, Vulnerable people

We believe women and we support survivors. Creating a safe space for people in the political world is an integral part of our work as Riveters. Our policies clearly state that we do not work with anyone who has harassed, abused and/or assaulted others. (See… Read More »In support of Ann Larson

Forget the “Blue Wave:” We Did It

2018-12-042018-12-04
by eowynjesse
Democracy, democratic process, Elected officials, Elections 2018, Local, State, Vote

A reflection on the 2018 election by Morgan Steele, Campaign Manager for the Riveters Collective Pledge to Vote campaign As you watch the recount for the 42nd State Senate seat, don’t attribute the historic closeness of this election to the “blue wave.” It was us: the… Read More »Forget the “Blue Wave:” We Did It

Tell Whatcom County Council to support ALL immigrant families

2018-11-132018-11-13
by eowynjesse
Local, Now, Online, Refugees, Social safety nets, Unlearning racism, Vulnerable people

Take Action: Write to Whatcom County Council Members to support the recommendations of the Public Health Advisory Board to the Whatcom County Health Board to support of immigrant families of all statuses. Feel free to provide any expertise or experiences you have regarding the negative… Read More »Tell Whatcom County Council to support ALL immigrant families

Thank you

2018-11-092018-11-09
by eowynjesse
Democracy, democratic process, Elected officials, Elections 2018, Endorsements, Local, National, State, Vote

After countless doors knocked, donations tallied, texts sent, and vote after vote sought, pledged and returned, and so many races yet to be called, there’s only one thing left for the board of directors to say to you, the Riveters Collective. Thank you. Thank you… Read More »Thank you

Bellingham City Council At-Large Position

2018-09-302018-09-30
by eowynjesse
Democracy, democratic process, Elected officials, Local, Online

Earlier this summer, Councilmember Roxanne Murphy announced her resignation from the Bellingham City Council. This initiated an appointment process to fill the vacancy. The council will meet on Monday, October 1st to hear from the applicants and vote to appoint an interim council member who… Read More »Bellingham City Council At-Large Position

Three Vs for Victory!

2018-09-232018-09-30
by eowynjesse
Democracy, democratic process, In person, Local, Mail or phone, Now, Online, Vote

We know how to win on November 6th. Volunteer Knock doors for candidates and campaigns Sign up for phonebanking or textbanking Babysit for candidates or other volunteers Work on a campaign GiVe Give $ to candidates and campaigns Give $ to grassroots PACs (donate to… Read More »Three Vs for Victory!

Local Actions to Support Separated Immigrant Families 7/26-8/19

2018-07-252018-08-05
by eowynjesse
In person, Local, Now, Refugees, Vulnerable people, Youth, kids, education

July 23-29 Public Awareness Campaign: What’s at the end of the line? Various light rail stations around Seattle Contact NWDC Resistance for more info. The fundamental inhumanity of the detention system has been highlighted over and over again in recent weeks, with thousands of people… Read More »Local Actions to Support Separated Immigrant Families 7/26-8/19

Letter to Doug Ericksen re: First Amendment Violations

2018-07-172018-07-25
by eowynjesse
Democracy, democratic process, Elected officials, Local, Online

****UPDATE 20 July 2018**** This campaign WORKED. Doug Ericksen has un-blocked MANY BUT NOT ALL constituents. {Are you still blocked? Can you like or comment on posts on Doug’s public figure page? You are NOT blocked. Can you only share posts? You are blocked.} If… Read More »Letter to Doug Ericksen re: First Amendment Violations