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Promote Breast Cervical and Colon Health


 

112109_health_shortOutreach to Promote Breast, Cervical, and Colon Health Screening
The Breast, Cervical, and Colon Health Program (BCCHP) of the Prevention Division of Public Health – Seattle & King County is soliciting proposals from community agencies qualified and interested in educating people about breast, cervical, and colon health screening, and connecting them with services in King, Kitsap, Clallam, and Jefferson counties.

Click the link above to access the RFP guidelines, application and attachments.

Public Health – Seattle & King County has just released a new Request for Proposal (RFP) now available at www.kingcounty.gov/health/rfp:

ourfuture.org


 

6,165 Phone Calls – Not Bad!

Last week, John Boehner had a chance to follow the Senate’s lead and put the bipartisan unemployment extension up for a vote in the House.

We asked you to call his office. You told him about the millions of families that are struggling to stay in their homes and feed their famlies because they’ve lost their lifeline. Many of you told your own stories.

After just a few hours, Boehner’s office phone went to an answering machine. Several hours later, his answering machine was full and many of you reported hearing a busy signal.

We’re not done. We’ve switched the settings on our calling tool to direct your calls to his district office.

Call Speaker Boehner at the number below to reach one of his three Ohio offices. Tell him you want a up or down vote in the House vote e on the unemployment insurance bill already passed by the Senate.

Call Speaker Boehner at (661) 263-4637
661 BOEHNER
State

WA is waiting for John Boehner to take action.

a message from Robert Reich


I’m sick and tired of a tax system that favors the wealthy at everyone else’s expense, so I put together a special Tax Day video that explains the problem—and what we can do about it.

I hope you’ll watch:

The first step toward solving a problem is understanding it. If, after you watch this video, you agree that it’s time to change things, please share the video with your friends.

Together, we can build an economy that works for everyone, not just the wealthiest 1%.

Thanks for lifting up your voice in our democracy.

–Robert Reich

How Conservati​ves Built A Contracept​ion Lie


MediaMattersweekly_email_header_logo_altOne notable event this week is Media Matters founder David Brock returning to Arkansas in very different circumstances from when he was last there. You can read The New York Times story on it here: http://nyti.ms/1dQHxe5

John Whitehouse
Twitter: @existentialfish

Hobby Lobby And The Right

ScaliaConservatives have spent a decade pushing lies about birth control – and now these falsehoods have made their way into the mouths of Supreme Court justices. Hannah Groch-Begley explains how conservative media might sway the Supreme Court: http://mm4a.org/NUyW2J Related: There is no contraception mandate on corporations: the requirement is only on insurance plans. How the right is using this to spread lies: http://mm4a.org/1p0HOBO

The Benghazi Hoax Has Cost Millions

The PentagonIndependent investigations have long answered the questions, but conservatives keep calling for additional Benghazi investigations. A new report indicates that these politically-motivated investigations have cost millions: http://mm4a.org/1lm1fGj

Rand Paul And The Media

Rand PaulMainstream media figures would have you believe that Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) is a social liberal. But Paul’s positions are those of a conventional social conservative: http://mm4a.org/1fjnOE1

 

FEATURED VIDEO

Women VideoMarch is women’s history month. Here are seven times women on cable stood up for the truth: http://youtu.be/EnkHf1yRvOM

OBAMACARE MYTHS

Emily ArrowoodWith the deadline for enrolling in Obamacare approaching, the right is going all-out with misinformation. Emily Arrowood presents the top 5 Obamacare myths: http://mm4a.org/1haqILT

IMAGES OF THE WEEK

Cate Blanchett
These 12 Women Are Fed Up With Sexism In The Media

 

6,000 transportation and hospitality workers to earn a living wage ~~ The other Washington


mapofWashingtonstateDid you know that the fight for a living wage is taking place right here in Washington state?

While fast food workers across the nation are demanding higher wages, Proposition 1, the Good Jobs Initiative, will be on the November ballot in SeaTac.

It will enable more than 6,000 transportation and hospitality workers to earn a living wage and enjoy common sense benefits, like paid sick leave.

Two weeks ago, 20 elected Democrats, including Rep. Adam Smith and King County Executive Dow Constantine, endorsed a Yes vote on SeaTac Proposition 1.

The Yes for SeaTac campaign needs our help. Can you knock on doors and help spread the word about SeaTac Proposition 1?

What: Yes for SeaTac’s Democrats Weekend!
When: October 12th or 13th, 9am-5pm
Where: Riverton United Methodist Church
3118 S 140th St. Tukwila

Yes, I can help

SeaTac Proposition 1 is endorsed by community organizations, faith groups, and labor unions.

Prop 1:

provides up to 5 days of paid sick leave for full-time airport employees, preventing the spread of dangerous disease and keeping our families and community safe.

incentivizes airport-related businesses to employ full time workers, creating jobs our neighbors can count on to make ends meet.

requires SeaTac hotels and hotel restaurants to do the right thing and give tips and service charges to the employees who perform the actual services.

ensures that SeaTac residents employed at and around the airport can receive a living wage of $15, helping them make ends meet.

exempts small businesses in SeaTac. Prop 1 specifically exempts SeaTac restaurants, grocery stores, and all other small businesses.

Stand with SeaTac workers and sign up to help the Yes for SeaTac campaign today.

Sincerely,

Jaxon Ravens
Executive Director
Washington State Democrats