A Chautauqua Afternoon IV
Candidates for public office seeking the endorsement of the Metropolitan Democratic Club of Seattle are invited to sign up for a five-minute speaking slot at the organization’s June 21st meeting. SIGN UP HERE
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A Chautauqua Afternoon III
Candidates for public office seeking the endorsement of the Metropolitan Democratic Club of Seattle are invited to sign up for a five-minute speaking slot at the organization’s April 26 and May 24 Zoom meetings and its June 14 meeting at Gethsemane Lutheran Church, 911 Stewart St, Seattle. SIGN UP HERE
Public Safety Legislation Update
Representative Roger Goodman will bring us up to date on the latest public safety legislation.
April 12, noon – 1:30 pm, in person Evaluating electoral districts
Dr Courtney Thatcher will talk about spatial models for evaluating electoral districts.
March 22, noon – 1:30 pm, Zoom Haaland v. Brackeen, Indian Child Welfare Act
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Attorneys Erin Lynch and Beth Wright talk about Haaland v. Brackeen and the Indian Child Welfare Act.
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February 22, noon – 1:30 pm, Zoom Protecting Taiwan
Studies at the University of Washington Jackson School of International Studies, will talk about how the US can help protect the independence of Taiwan and avoid a combat confrontation with China. Dr Bachman has published widely on Chinese domestic and foreign policy, including two books, entitled Bureaucracy, Economy, and Leadership in China – The Institutional Origins of the Great Leap Forward and Chen Yun and the Chinese Political System.
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February 8, noon – 1:30 pm, in person Comprehensive planning, Alternatives 6 and L
Alex Pedersen - Comprehensive planning
January 25, noon – 1:30 pm, Zoom The Big Scary “S” Word
Judi Gibbs has arranged for us to see the film “The Big Scary “S” Word.” The film is described as an exploration of where American socialism has been, why it was suppressed, and what a renewed American socialism might look like. It delves into the history of the movement and the people striving to build a socialist future today and includes interviews with Bernie Sanders, Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez, Cornel West, and others.
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MDC meeting
Program to be determined.
Location: Gethsemane Lutheran Church, 911 Stewart St. To enter buzz 002.
MDC meeting
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Location: Gethsemane Lutheran Church, 911 Stewart St. To enter buzz 002.
A Chautauqua Afternoon
Hear candidates in the primary election tell us why we should endorse them at this fun-filled outdoor meet and eat event.
If you are a candidate for whom residents of King County are eligible to vote, you are invited to speak at the sixth annual Chautauqua Afternoon to seek the endorsement of the Metropolitan Democratic Club of Seattle.
This year’s event takes place noon – 5 pm, June 9, at the home of Ann and Tony Martin, 3618 SW Orchard St, Seattle. Plenty of classic picnic fare will be available throughout the afternoon. We suggest a donation of $25, but we emphasize that this is entirely optional.
We look forward to hearing from you. Sign up now.
King County Executive Dow Constantine’s Annual Filing Week Luncheon
King County Executive Dow Constantine’s Annual Filing Week Luncheon, noon at the Westin Hotel, 1900 5th Ave. Donations: $125 and up. RSVP events@dowconstantine.com or 206.328.2969.
“Port Report from Peter”
MDC member Peter Steinbrueck, former Seattle City Councilmember, was elected to the Seattle Port Commission over a year ago. He will share his personal perspectives on what’s going on at the Port that is of great importance to our city and region and the challenges that lie ahead.
MDC member Peter Steinbrueck, former Seattle City Councilmember, was elected to the Seattle Port Commission over a year ago. He will share his personal perspectives on what’s going on at the Port that is of great importance to our city and region and the challenges that lie ahead.
Location: The lounge at Plymouth Congregational Church, 1217 6thAve.
Winter Holiday Party
This is the time of year we honor our elected officials—present, past and future—and thank them for their service to the public. Please join members and friends of The Metropolitan Democratic Club of Seattle for a bounty of good food and holiday cheer!
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Optional donation $25.
MDC Forum: Preserving Our Values, Advancing Our Rights.
Moderated by Jack Whisner, MDC vice president. Panelists include: Nick Licata, a former MDC president, served five terms on the Seattle City Council and author of Becoming A Citizen Activist; Michele Storms, deputy director of the ACLU; and Lisa Stone, executive director of Legal Voice.
Sponsors are: Pete Holmes, Seattle City Attorney; Tim Burgess, Seattle City Councilmember; and Lisa Herbold, Seattle City Councilmember.