Follow along here as we share each step of our endorsement process. We will update this post from now until we announce our endorsements in June. June Candidate interviews were held the first week of June, 32 in total! Interviews were recorded via Facebook live.… Read More »Endorsement Process 2019
The 2019 Elections are already taking shape. With several key local elected positions opening up, many fine progressive candidates will put their lives on hold to do the hard work of campaigning this year. Maybe even you! Or maybe you’ll work or volunteer for a… Read More »Good Neighbor Election Pledge
Riveters, we are proud to announce our 2019 platform! Our platform states where we stand on the issues. It guides our collective actions and focuses our expectations of elected officials. We revise our platform annually and in December, we asked the group what changes… Read More »2019 Riveters Collective Platform
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
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
Civic tithing can stabilize funding for our local organizations in an uncertain economic future. From the Old English for “one-tenth”, tithing has traditionally meant giving part of one’s income to a church or government. In civic tithing, we take the routine giving concept and apply… Read More »Civic Tithing – 2019
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
These are links we find helpful. Note: These resources have not been vetted by mental health or trauma experts. Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services Understanding how Sexual Harassment and Assault Happens Why don’t women just say no? What about false accusations? What is victim… Read More »Resources for Community Response to Sexual Harassment/Assault
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
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