If you’re new to political involvement or if you just need a refresher, we’ve outlined the structure of the Whatcom County Democratic Party to give you a comprehensive list of local organizations.
Whatcom Democrats meet the third Thursday of every month and you can attend! Local parties reflect the values and energy of those who show up. By showing up here, you make a difference. Joining costs $20 ($10 for students, seniors and reduced income).
The president-elect’s statements around deportation of undocumented people has prompted a call for bold statements from local institutions. Our Sanctuary X action team is researching what it means to be a “Sanctuary” city or institution, what institutions can and should take a position on immigration… Read More »Sanctuary X – A Status Report
If you are feeling anxious about seeing relatives on Thursday, you are not alone. How will you navigate difficult conversations about the election without flat-out arguing? Is it possible to have a civil discussion about what just happened? Showing Up for Racial Justice has put together… Read More »Preparing to Talk Turkey on Thanksgiving
Literature that “reflects and honors the lives of all young people” (www.weneeddiversebooks.org) is essential to creating a more just society. Children, and the people who read to them, benefit immeasurably from both seeing themselves in books and from the opportunity to listen to and learn one… Read More »Diverse Books Pledge
Friday from 4-5pm, downtown corner of Magnolia and Cornwall http://www.whatcompjc.org/friday-afternoon-peace-vigil.html
Background information: http://www.bellinghamherald.com/news/local/article112439992.html Submit public comments: Send comments to the SEPA Center at sepacenter@dnr.wa.gov or P.O. Box 47015, Olympia, Washington 98504-7015. Include file number 16-110401 on all comments. Organize an action for this: contact leader Organizing page: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YbHSHY2MyAdxYYW3gVIDWGAXXKalZqYHEIukyWRbOx0/edit?usp=sharing