Inequality for All, opening in Seattle on Sept 27
Inequality for All A Passionate Argument On behalf of the middle class a film by Robert Reich Opening at the Harvard Exit Theatre on Sept 27 Robert Reich is a best-selling author of thirteen...
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Feedback to Governor Inslee on what's needed
Please vote for this idea on Governor Inslee’s suggestion page. Governor Inslee has a comment form where citizens can make suggestions and vote on ideas for improving the state. It says “Governor Inslee: “I’m...
John Green's engaging and informative analysis of US health care (video)
ORIGINAL: By the incomparable John Green, who says the following about his sources: “For a much more thorough examination of health care expenses in America, I recommend this series at The Incidental Economist and...
The "Majority Coalition" hearing on transportation, in Bellevue
There was an overflowing crowd at Tuesday night’s Transportation Forum in Bellevue, organized by the “Majority Coalition.” Senators Curtis King, Tracey Eide, and Rodney Tom officiated, with numerous other public officials in attendance, including...
Better off without'em
Chuck Thompson’s witty and fact-laden book Better off without’em: a Northern Manifesto for Souther Secession make a serious case for allowing the South to secede from the union. He asks, “Why in the hell...
MoveToAmend forum on Creating Democracy and Challenging Corporate Rule, Sept 28 7PM in Seattle
MoveToAmend announces: You are invited to attend a WAmend sponsored community forum on “Creating Democracy and Challenging Corporate Rule.” The event will be held at 7:00 PM on Saturday, September 28, at the University...
Please attend hearings on the state transportation budget, starting with Bellevue this Tuesday
During this year’s legislative session, the State Senate, under control of the Republicans and Rodney Tom, rejected the $10 billion state transportation budget passed by the House (House Bill 1954 and House Bill 1955). Republicans voiced...
Why to oppose Summers: a resolution
A Resolution Opposing the Appointment of Larry Summers as Chairman of the Federal Reserve Whereas the current term for the Chairman of the Federal Reserve, Ben Bernanke, will end in early 2014 requiring President...
Libertarians who get rich from the government
In 11 Questions You Should Ask Libertarians to See if They’re Hypocrites Richard (RJ) Eskow describes how libertarianism in America was raised from the grave by billionaire benefactors, such as the Koch brothers, who...
On Jim McDermott's Town Hall about Syria
Sunday night Rep. Jim McDermott met with constituents to discuss the situation in Syria. McDermott is “very strongly” leaning against voting for the so-called “limited response,” comparing it to the misguided attack on Iraq....