Ballot drops are less than three weeks away, and we’re just over a month out from the election. This means you’re probably already getting emails and texts for all the issues and candidates you care about, and it’s about to accelerate. It’s go time for our recently-launched No on 2066 campaign.
We need everyone in the state to know why I-2066 is bad for Washington families.I-2066 would increase energy bills. It would require utilities to continue investing in outdated pipelines and technology, and the costs would be passed onto families and businesses.
I-2066 attacks energy efficiency. It would roll back energy efficiency protections, jeopardize programs, and take away important customer rebates, raising costs for Washington families.
I-2066 is funded by powerful interest groups. It is part of a nationwide effort by fossil fuel corporations and well-funded interest groups.
What can you do this week?Spread the word to get folks to the website: Use our social media tool kit to amplify No on 2066. And be sure to link to the no2066.org website to reach more voters.
Be an influencer! Tell your peers, friends and family why to vote “No” using our talking points. Talk early and often, make sure they’re registered to vote, and make sure they know to vote “NO” on all the statewide initiatives.
Donate! Every dollar helps us defeat I-2066. The opposition has deep pockets and every dollar helps us reach more voters directly. Can you chip in too?
FROM THIRD ACT:
The No on 2117 campaign is asking for our help.
We have a decent chance of stopping I-2117 but only if each of us decides to take some action. As an organization we are being asked (see below) to step up and put in a few hours to preserve a livable future. We are asked to spend a few hours phone banking or door belling. The voters you contact could make the difference.
This is fun to do with a friend and easy to track. Many folks have NO IDEA what I-2117 means. Your call could make a huge difference! Please join other TAWA members who are acting to defend our wonderful state. If you have any questions, reservations or concerns, please email [email protected].
FROM 350 ACTION:
There are just six weeks left until Election Day, and the polls are incredibly close.
I don’t need to tell you that this election is make-or-break for our country’s ability — and willingness — to fight the climate crisis. But some voters do need to hear that message.
That’s why 350 Action is partnering with Seed the Vote to deploy in battleground states to urge voters to consider our climate. And we’re asking our most dedicated supporters to join us!
The reality is that a small handful of battleground states, some of which include Arizona, Nevada, Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Wisconsin, will determine the outcome of this election — and determine our ability to progress our climate action over the next four years.
350 Action staff will be helping to coordinate and lead canvassing efforts in the final two weeks before Election Day.
We’ll also provide support with logistics on transportation and housing for those traveling out-of-state to volunteer. And once on site, 350 Action staff will give comprehensive canvassing training so that you can be confident in connecting with community members.
Will we, Washington State voters, speak up to protect our climate and GND policies defeating I-2117, I-2066, and other regressive Initiatives on Nov. 5th? Are we ready to defeat these four destructive state Initiatives to protect our climate and GND policies? Can we do it?
Yes, we are. As Bill McKibben warned us, our greedy opponents and climate justice-seeking allies are all watching to see how our state votes. Fortunately, a broad campaign of climate, community, other groups are working together to Defend Washington from these threats.
Yes, we can, if and only if we get the word out now and the next six weeks! We can build and show our power to save our state’s climate progress necessary to win similar policies at our federal level? By giving our all our groups’ members as well as our families, friends and neighbors, these compelling reasons to vote, we can win. We urge you and your groups to join us in going all out for the next six weeks to persuade and get out the vote no to these initiatives.
Starting right now, we ask you to follow the lead of our Coalition partners to act! Join Puget Sound Advocates for Retirement action (PSARA) activating their members to flyer and banner at events. Join 350 Seattle folks calling and friend-banking every Thursday. Join South Seattle Climate Action Network (SSCAN), to canvass voters every Saturday at noon at Taco City on Rainier S. or other times and places. You can get involved through Vote No On 2117.
Please reply with any questions, suggestions to: [email protected] If you cannot make it, please send us your updates, questions, and your recommendations for action. If you have questions or would like to volunteer, please contact Beth at [email protected].
FROM FRIENDS OF SAMMAMISH VALLEY:
The Washington State Supreme Court just ruled on the Adult Beverage Ordinance case. WE WON!!!!!!
The Court upheld the Growth Management Hearings Board’s decision to invalidate Adult Beverage Ordinance 19030. The Ordinance would have allowed alcohol retail and event venues on King County farmland and in rural neighborhoods. The Court ruled that the Ordinance violated both the State Environmental Policy Act and the Growth Management Act. [Here is the link to the decision.]
We will have more details on the ruling and next steps shortly. But meanwhile a very big thank you to all of you who helped make this victory possible! This was truly a massive grass roots team effort to defeat special interest legislation that would have seriously harmed the environment and the people of King County and would have set a negative precedent for the rest of Washington State.
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