The training will cover multicultural competence for partnering with people in Lakota territory, a power analysis of the fossil fuel industry, and direct action as a strategic tool. The tour is coming to 10 cities beginning in March and going through May. Construction could begin in June (though … [Read more...]
Cities Climate Summit II: A model for success! May 11, Mercer Island WA
Saturday, May 11, 2019. Sign-in 9:00 am; Program 9:30 am - 12:15 pm Mercer Island Community Center, 8236 SE 24th St, Mercer Island, WA 98040 Coffee, tea, and breakfast snacks provided. RSVP at http://peopleforclimateaction.org/summit-ii/ Learn how Portland reduced their greenhouse gas … [Read more...]
These Budgets Are No Joke-Summary of Senate Budget Proposal
Washington state’s Senate released its two year operating budget proposal last Friday, March 29, just a few days after the House’s operating budget proposal. Senate budget writers have taken critical steps in the right direction with their investments and budget priorities. The 2019-2021 Senate … [Read more...]
Senate Budget Addresses Poverty and Tax Issues
Washington state’s Senate released its two year operating budget proposal last Friday, March 29, just a few days after the House’s operating budget proposal.S enate budget writers have taken critical steps in the right direction with their investments and budget priorities.The 2019-2021 Senate … [Read more...]
Puyallup Tribe asking for support in opposing LNG project on lands in Tacoma
TWO-STEP TAKE ACTION: Step 1: No LNG outreach to Tacoma City Council We are trying to get 500 people to send a message to the City of Tacoma demanding that the City complete a new project impact statement (referred to as an SEIS) for the safety of our people, lands and waters. Here’s why: … [Read more...]
Tell US Senators to Act on Climate
Write Here! Write Now! Tell US Senators to Act on Climate UU Ministry for Earth (UUMFE) is partnering with UUs for Social Justice (UUSJ) for a “Write Here! Write Now!” letter-writing advocacy campaign during Spring For Change: A Season of Sacred Activism. This year the campaign focus will be to … [Read more...]
Duwamish-Green River Basin Hatchery Programs for Public Comment
Please comment on this: NOAA Fisheries’ Anadromous Production and Inland Fisheries Branch, is announcing the availability for public review and comment of the Proposed Evaluation and Pending Determination (PEPD) for Salmon and Steelhead Hatchery Programs in the Duwamish-Green River Basin. The … [Read more...]
PUGET SOUND IS NOT A SEWER
We must stop treating Puget Sound like a sewer if we are going to restore the fish, shellfish, wildlife and other natural resources it supports. That’s why we are urging the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to stand strong in the face of challenges to water quality improvements. We were … [Read more...]
Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe, County Partnership Result in Cleaner Dungeness Watershed
The recent partnership of the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe, Clallam County Environmental Health (CCEH) and Clallam Conservation District has led to cleaner waters in the Dungeness watershed. Staff from the tribe and CCEH sample water monthly and collect water temperature data year-round from nearly … [Read more...]
House and Senate Pass HB 1257, Buildings Efficiency
The House and the Senate passed HB 1257, a smorgasbord of building efficiency provisions that require buildings in Washington state to meet increasing building efficiency standards, provide chargers for electric cars, and encourage utilities to offer renewable natural gas to customers. Building … [Read more...]
WA State House Tackles Fixing Economic Inequality: A Strong Start That Needs Deeper Investments
Washington state’s House of Representatives released its two year operating budget proposal on Monday, March 25. We applaud the House for taking critical steps to ensure our tax code is balanced and the wealthiest people and corporations pay their fare share. The House also made a number of critical … [Read more...]
East Shore UU in April: Programs Centering Marginalized Voices
A relatively new phenomenon at East Shore is the Alternative Service Co-op, an attempt to deepen our spirituality by centering marginalized voices. In November, they produced a 9:00 am service centering the homeless men staying at our church. In February they produced a Black History Month … [Read more...]
Salmon People: Northwest Native Opposition to Genetically Engineered Fish Film Screening and Discussion
What are the risks from genetically engineered fish to the people and environments of the Pacific Northwest? We tackled this question head-on with our short film Salmon People. Town Hall Seattle and Community Alliance for Global Justice (CAGJ) join to screen this powerful new film and call … [Read more...]
Climate Bills Advance in the Legislature, April 2019
Four climate bills have been introduced, passed committees and passed at least one chamber of the Washington State Legislature. They involve “Clean Energy” (100% renewables for electricity), electrification of transportation (incentives for electric vehicles), “Clean Fuels” (reduced fossil fuels in … [Read more...]
Support for SB 5438 Needed for Migrant Workers
SB 5438, under consideration by our legislature, represents a significant step toward protecting the safety and dignity of workers brought to our state under the H-2A farm labor program. It is the top priority this session for Rosalinda Guillen and Community to Community, and Ramon Torres, President … [Read more...]
Backbone “We Love Salmon & Orca” Campaign, Now until June 1st
Since Puget Sound Resident Orca Mother Tahlequah carried her deceased calf for 17 days, a message of urgency about the dire conditions faced by her pod, Backbone Campaign has mobilized banners, light projections, and eight Human Orca Murals across the State. Our hope is to double that number by … [Read more...]
House and Senate pass Oil Spill Bill ESHB 1578
The House and Senate have passed ESHB 1578 and it was signed by Governor Inslee. This bill specifies permit requirements for oil tankers, requires tug escorts, assesses threats of oil tankers to Orcas and other wildlife in straits. It passed the House 70-28 and the Senate by 32-13. … [Read more...]
Rally to fund and modernize the Working Families Tax Credit (WFTC), March 21, Olympia WA
That’s right! For years now, Washington state has ranked as having the number one worst tax code in the entire country! It’s beyond time that our absurd state tax structure was turned right side up. We need a tax structure that works for low- and moderate-income people, not just wealthy … [Read more...]
Progress in the State Legislature for Immigrants
From NWIRP (NW Immigration Rights Project), March 18-2019 Two pieces of legislation that will expand protections and benefits for immigrant community members have taken important steps forward. The Washington State Senate has passed the Keep Washington Working Act, which would prohibit certain … [Read more...]
Stand with our Muslim Neighbors-Monday Vigil in Redmond
We woke up with the horrendous news of the shootings at the Al Noor and Linwood Mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand, and we’ve been listening for how best to respond as faith leaders and faith communities to support our Muslim neighbors. We condemn and lament Islamophobia and white supremacy in all … [Read more...]
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