Washington Liberals

Author: Linda Boyd

  • Concerning my invitation to the Eastside Democratic Dinner

    I got an email from the Washington State Democrats Dear Linda, We are proud to have such strong Democratic organizations on the eastside. And they are hosting one of their most important events on Sunday after the State Convention. Please join U.S. Representative Adam Smith, candidate for Governor Jay Inslee, emcee Tony Ventrella and other…

  • McCain and Whitehouse take on Citizens United – POLITICO.com

    McCain and Sheldon Whitehouse working together to rein in Citizen’s United — who knew? Go Montana! It’s not over until only people have the rights of people, and we get the money out of electoral politics. http://www.politico.com/blogs/on-congress/2012/05/mccain-and-whitehouse-take-on-citizens-united-123886.html

  • Bush & Associates Found Guilty of Torture

    At the moment, justice has not reached the Bush Administration officials on our shores. The Obama Administration protects and perpetuates the Bush crimes. The world knows, and we know, that there shall be no peace without justice. Bush & Associates Found Guilty of Torture www.mathaba.net A solid case for the prosecution of Bush, Blair, Rumsfeld,…

  • Hollande Ousts Sarkozy in French Election

    The French people kicked Sarkozy out!   When people understand that ‘austerity’ really means ‘ripping off working people,’ they can do amazing things. The first thing Hollande plans to do is pull French troops out of Afghanistan. http://readersupportednews.org/news-section2/355-europe/11310-breaking-hollande-ousts-sarkozy-in-french-election For the French, “it is a leap of faith that shows there is a strong will for…

  • Washington Legislators with ALEC Ties

    ALEC Politicians – SourceWatch Washington Legislators with ALEC Ties House of Representatives Rep. Jan Angel (R-26), ALEC State Chairman[21] and Commerce, Insurance and Economic Development Task Force Member Rep. Matt Shea (R-4)[19], ALEC Civil Justice Task Force Member Rep. Gary C. Alexander (R-20), ALEC Tax and Fiscal Policy Task Force Member Rep. Troy Kelley (D-28), ALEC Public Safety and Elections Task Force Member – Rep. Kelley did…

  • Ralph Nader endorses Rocky Anderson; reminder about May 3 speech in Seattle

    Recently, I sent a list of potential endorsers to Rocky Anderson and urged him to go after some of them.  After Nader’s name, I wrote “what the heck!” Well, Rocky met Ralph Nader in Portland and got an endorsement.  Check out the generosity of Ralph’s comments on CBS!   It’s wonderful to see discussion about…

  • Bob Hasegawa Campaign kickoff — Sunday, April 22

    Bob Hasegawa campaign kickoff for State Senate race Sunday, April 22 at 1:30PM 12424 42nd Ave S (in the Banquet Room) Seattle, WA Bob Hasegawa is one of the most progressive people in the state legislature.  We need more like him, and have an opportunity to thank him for his staunch support for healthcare, education,…

  • Rocky Anderson: May 3, 7:00 p.m., University Temple United Methodist Church

    Justice Party of Washington State presents:  Rocky Anderson,   2012 Justice Party Presidential Candidate            Thursday, May 3, 7:00 p.m., doors open 6:30 Reception following presentation University Temple United Methodist Church 1415 Northeast 43rd Street Seattle, WA 98105 ROCKY ANDERSON — STANDING UP FOR JUSTICE! Rocky Anderson, former Mayor of Salt…

  • Justice Party meeting in Olympia, Thursday April 12

    As reported here and here, a video introduction to the Justice Party of Washington and a discussion of ballot access for third political parties will take place at Traditions Café (300 Fifth Ave. S.W.) in Olympia on Thursday, April 12th from 7-9 pm. The public is invited and the event is free. Coffee and dessert…

  • Occupy East End rejects MoveOn Takeover Attempt

    Date: Sun, 8 Apr 2012 16:05:20 -0700 Subject: [SFPJN] Occupy the East End Rejects MoveOn.org Takeover Attempt PRESS RELEASE: Occupy the East End Rejects MoveOn.org Takeover Attempt April 8th, 2012 Please disseminate to everyone in and interested in the Occupy Wall Street movement. Thank you./ /APRIL 8, 2012—FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE/ *OCCUPY THE EAST END TO…