Monthly Archives: September 2017

Get Registered to VOTE!

Posted on September 30, 2017 by | Leave a comment

Democrats are committed to expanding access to our democracy because we believe everyone deserves a seat at the table. America is stronger when more people exercise their right to vote.

We’ve provided a new online app that makes it easy for new voters to register from their smartphone or computer, in English or Spanish!

Will you take one minute to forward this email to someone who you’d like to invite to register to vote?

Register to vote in English >>

Regístrese para votar en Español >>

Maybe there’s a student in your life, someone who’s just become a citizen, someone who just moved or changed their name, or someone who’s had their voting rights restored after incarceration. With just a few clicks, you can help someone in your life have their voice heard, and have their vote count.

Will you take the Register Voters Challenge and e-mail this to a few folks you’d like to invite to register? And while you’re at it, post it on Facebook or Twitter! Let’s go register some new voters today!

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Posted in 12th LD, 4th CD, 7th LD, Announcements, Elections, Local, Okanogan Democrats, US Democrats, Voter Registration, WA State Democrats

Letter to Spokesman Review Endorses Susan Swanson & Karen Hardy!

Posted on September 26, 2017 by | Leave a comment

WOO HOO!!!
We are so very proud of our candidates for State House and Senate, Susan Swanson and Karen Hardy!

Change in 7th District

It is time for a change to our representation in Olympia. We have an opportunity this November to replace our 7th Legislative District representative and senator. Our incumbents seem to place investors and corporations ahead of us and our neighbors.

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Posted in 4th CD, 7th LD, Announcements, Candidates, Local, Okanogan Democrats, WA State Democrats

Fall News – Newsletter

Posted on September 26, 2017 by | Leave a comment

Attention OKDems PCO’s and Members!

Our latest newsletter has gone out with lots of exciting news!!!

If you’re a PCO and/or Member, you should be on on our mailing list and got your copy. Please check your spam filter if you did not.

If you’re a member of our closed Facebook group, there is a link to a web version of the newsletter too!

Enjoy!

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Posted in 12th LD, 4th CD, 7th LD, Announcements, Newsletter

Witnessing Logic and Accuracy Tests

Posted on September 22, 2017 by | Leave a comment

On Tuesday, I spent the morning at the Okanogan County Auditor’s office as they performed the required logic and accuracy test on the disabled voter’s polling station. It was a truly fascinating process. Next up: Friday, Sept 22 from 9:00AM to noon, we will witness the l&a test on the rest of the voting apparatus, along with an external auditor from the State of Washington Elections Bureau.

The process was amazingly labor intensive as the clerks used a ‘test deck’ pre-marked to represent every possible vote combination from every race in every district and precinct of the county. When it had all been entered into the disabled voter station, the result was taken by hand on the recording chip and entered into the tabulating machine which was used to generate a paper spreadsheet of the votes cast on a spreadsheet. That sheet was then hand checked against the copies of the original test deck to make sure that the sheet tallied exactly and in order. The ‘air gap’ between machines was created by hand carrying the tabulation from the polling station to the machine in the vault which distributed the results. Neither of these machines are in any way connected to each other, or the larger internet, so there is no chance of outside input. As long as the process is followed precisely by the clerks, the result is certain to be accurate. That is why witnesses are important. We are there to testify to the accuracy both internally (I signed the results) and externally to all of you. At the end, all the results, machine scores, disks, and papers are locked in an evidence box and placed in the vault. It is a long, tedious process. The skill, knowledge, care and integrity of the auditors is truly impressive. I learned a lot!

This process is at the very heart of our democracy and, in my opinion, is of the utmost importance. In this era of Russian hacking, voter suppression, tampering, etc. it is our duty and privilege to stand witness to the fairness of our local election processes. Check our page if you wish to participate.

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STATE PARTY ADOPTS CODE OF CONDUCT

Posted on September 17, 2017 by | Leave a comment

STATE PARTY ADOPTS CODE OF CONDUCT
September 14, 2017

At its meeting in South Seattle on September 10, 2017, the Washington State Democratic Central Committee adopted a Code of Conduct.

The Code of Conduct is for every Democrat, in every legislative district and county, and affiliated organizations, in Washington. It’s in force now. It applies to ALL members of the Washington State Democratic Party and local organizations and affiliates.

The Rules Committee will focus on considering various operational aspects of the Code of Conduct and will work with State Party staff on training opportunities for local party organizations.

Please note that under the Code of Conduct, it not appropriate to have alcohol at business meetings of the State Central Committee, the State Party’s Executive Board, any county or legislative district organizations, or affiliated organizations. Alcohol at appropriate venues where ID is properly checked (such as dinner banquets or fundraisers) continues to be appropriate.

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Posted in 12th LD, 4th CD, 7th LD, Okanogan Democrats, WA State Democrats

Sept 2017 New Blue Newsletter from OKDems

Posted on September 6, 2017 by | Leave a comment

Our September New Blue Newsletter went out last night to active PCOs and members. Please check your email or view it from the link in our closed Facebook group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/OKDems/

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Posted in 12th LD, 4th CD, 7th LD, Newsletter, Okanogan Democrats

September 2017 NOTICE

Posted on September 6, 2017 by | Leave a comment

NOTICE

Active PCO’s and dues-paying members, please save the dates listed below for the upcoming General Public Meetings.

Active PCO’s are also welcome to attend E-Board Meetings.

If you aren’t a PCO and interested in becoming one or learning more, please email okdemocrats.chair@gmail.com and cc okdemocrats.sec@gmail.com

Dues are $20.00 per year and can be paid when attending any of our public meetings.

Donations are also appreciated toward fundraising efforts to grow The New Blue Wave for our party, as well as to support candidates and legislation in Okanogan County. You can make donations when attending any of our public meetings or mail them to:

Okanogan County Democratic Central Committee
PO Box 3883
Omak, WA 98841

MEETINGS AND DATES
(each date subject to possible venue change)

Sept. 6-10, 2017 Wed.-Sun.
Okanogan County Fair
Okanogan County Fairgrounds
175 Rodeo Trail, Okanogan (509) 422-1621

Sept. 9-10, 2017 Sat.-Sun.
8 am – 3:30 pm
Washington State Democratic CC Meeting
South Seattle Community College

Sept. 20, 2017 Wed.
6:00 pm
E-Board Meeting
Active PCOs welcome – email okanogandemocrats@gmail.com for location

Oct. 7, 2017 Sat.
11 am – 3 pm
Harvest Picnic & General Meeting
with OKDems & 7th LD Dems
Okanogan Legion Park, Okanogan

Oct. 18, 2017 Wed.
6:00 pm
E-Board Meeting
Active PCOs welcome – email okanogandemocrats@gmail.com for location

Nov 4, 2017 Sat.
General Meeting
12:00 pm
Tonasket Community Culture Center
411 Western Ave, Tonasket

Nov. 15, 2017 Wed.
6:00 pm
E-Board Meeting
Active PCOs welcome – email okanogandemocrats@gmail.com for location

Dec. 2, 2017 12:00 pm Sat.
General Meeting
12 Tribes Resort Casino, 28968 US-97, Omak

Dec. 20, 2017 Wed.
6:00 pm
E-Board Meeting
Active PCOs welcome – email okanogandemocrats@gmail.com for location

Jan. 13, 2018 Sat.
12:00 pm
General Meeting
Methow Valley Community Center
201 Division St, Twisp, WA 98856

Jan. 24, 2018 Wed.
6:00 pm
E-Board Meeting
Active PCOs welcome – email okanogandemocrats@gmail.com for location

Feb. 3, 2018 Sat.
12:00 pm
General Meeting
12 Tribes Resort Casino
28968 US-97, Omak

Feb. 21, 2018 Wed.
6:00 pm
E-Board Meeting
Active PCOs welcome – email okanogandemocrats@gmail.com for location

March 10, 2018 Sat.
12:00 pm
General Meeting
Tonasket Community Culture Center
411 Western Ave, Tonasket

March 21, 2018 Wed.
6:00 pm
E-Board Meeting
Active PCOs welcome – email okanogandemocrats@gmail.com for location

April 14, 2018 Sat.
12:00 pm
General Meeting
12 Tribes Resort Casino
28968 US-97, Omak

April 26, 2018 Wed.
6:00 pm
E-Board Meeting
Active PCOs welcome – email okanogandemocrats@gmail.com for location

May 5, 2018 Sat.
12:00 pm
General Meeting
Methow Valley Community Center
201 Division St, Twisp, WA 98856

May 16, 2018 Wed.
6:00 pm
E-Board Meeting
Active PCOs welcome – email okanogandemocrats@gmail.com for location

June 2, 2018 Sat.
12:00 pm
General Meeting
12 Tribes Resort Casino
28968 US-97, Omak

June 20, 2018 Wed.
6:00 pm
E-Board Meeting
Active PCOs welcome – email okanogandemocrats@gmail.com for location

July 7, 2018 Sat.
12:00 pm
General Meeting
Tonasket Community Culture Center
411 Western Ave, Tonasket

July 18, 2018 Wed.
6:00 pm
E-Board Meeting
Active PCOs welcome – email okanogandemocrats@gmail.com for location

August 4, 2018 Sat.
12:00 pm
General Meeting
12 Tribes Resort Casino
28968 US-97, Omak
Active PCOs welcome – email okanogandemocrats@gmail.com for location

August 15, 2018 Wed.
6:00 pm
E-Board Meeting
Active PCOs welcome – email okanogandemocrats@gmail.com for location

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Posted in 12th LD, 4th CD, 7th LD, Candidates, Local, Meeting/Event, Okanogan Democrats