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“the stakes are too high”


Thanks to committed Democrats like you, we hit our August fundraising goal out of the park!  

That means our Media and Communications Team can increase our efforts at this critical time when voters are deciding who to support…or whether to vote at all.

Ballots will be mailed next month — we need to make sure that every voter in Washington understands that the stakes are too high to opt out this year.

Thanks to your support, we will be able to:

  • Keep tabs on our Republican opponents so that our Democratic candidates have the campaign advantage,
  • Hold Republicans accountable for statements and policies that hurt Washington families,
  • And keep voters informed about our candidates, our causes, and the work being done by volunteers all over the state to elect Democrats up and down the ballot.

Carmen, you know what the stakes are: taking back the State Senate from Republican control, re-electing progressive leaders like Jay Inslee and Patty Murray, and two historic races — victory over the GOP incumbent in the Secretary of State’s Office by a proven champion of the people, Tina Podlodowski, and electing Hillary Clinton to keep our highest office blue!

Your support helps spread this message far and wide and inspire Democrats all over our state to get engaged in this election. Thank you for being a vital part of the only organization that works to elect Democrats up and down the ballot in Washington.

Many, many thanks!

– Marc Siegel & Andaya Sugayan (WA Democrats Media & Communications)

Your Puget Sound Heart & Stroke Walk Team


 

Any person at any age can make healthy lifestyle changes. We’re teaming up with Virginia Mason and EvergreenHealth to bring you 7 small steps that can lead to BIG changes. Live better with Life’s Simple 7.

 

TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE

What lifestyle changes can help defeat diabetes in adults?

a. Losing weight

b. Eating healthy

c. Increasing physical activity

d. All of the above

If you answered D to the above question, you are correct!Reduce Blood Sugar.

Do you know your fasting blood sugar level? If yes, you’re probably aware that a fasting blood sugar level below 100 is in the healthy range. If you’re above 100, your results could indicate diabetes or pre-diabetes. If you’re unaware of your fasting blood sugar level, consult your primary care provider.

Why does blood sugar matter?

Most of the food we eat is turned into glucose (or blood sugar) that our bodies use for energy. Your body makes a hormone called insulin that acts like a carrier to take your food energy into your cells. When your body stops making insulin or the insulin stops doing its job, your energy supply and blood sugars are no longer stable and serious health problems like diabetes can be the result. People with this condition often feel overly tired because the cells are not being regularly fueled with energy.

What can I do?

When diabetes or pre-diabetes is detected, a doctor may prescribe changes in eating habits, weight control, exercise programs and medication. It’s crucial for people with diabetes to work closely with a healthcare provider to manage diabetes and control any other risk factors.

Learn more about reducing blood sugar

 

 

We want to help you lead your healthiest life. Click here to register for the 2016 Heart & Stroke Walk and join the healthy-living movement!

Help us defend birth control coverage!


It’s hard to believe that in 2016 we have to defend access to birth control coverage. But we do. And we need your help.

This spring the Supreme Court deadlocked in Zubik v. Burwell, a major birth control case that would allow certain bosses to use their religion to make it more difficult, if not impossible, for women to get the birth control coverage they need.

Here’s where you come in. In response to the Court’s order, the Department of Health and Human Services is asking for input from the public about the importance of birth control coverage. We need you to submit your comment to make sure we’re heard loud and clear: everyone deserves access to birth control coverage, no matter where they work or go to school.

Lonnie G. Bunch III, Founding Director of the NMAAHC


A PEOPLE’S JOURNEY, A NATION’S STORY

Today is the day!

Next weekend, the National Museum of African American History and Culture will open its doors to the public. To celebrate this historic occasion we are holding a One-Day Giving Campaign.

Your gift today will ensure the future of our programs and exhibitions, so that we can share the African American experience with the world.

This is truly an historic moment, and this Museum is finally a reality. Make a donation by midnight tonight and your donation will be DOUBLED, thanks to the generous support of our Giving Day Sponsor, Hyundai Motor Cars.

You can share the excitement of NMAAHC Giving Day with your friends and family using #GiveNMAAHC. Through your support, we can make history together.

All the best,

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Lonnie G. Bunch III,
Founding Director