Category Archives: Grassroots
Can Ordinary Citizens Create Change? Change.Org Says Yes.
A lot of what I blog about is a call to take action whether through signing a petition, or calling one’s Congressional leaders, or letters to the editor, and more. There is not a day that goes by without a
Can Ordinary Citizens Create Change? Change.Org Says Yes.
A lot of what I blog about is a call to take action whether through signing a petition, or calling one’s Congressional leaders, or letters to the editor, and more. There is not a day that goes by without a
Health Care Town Hall in West Hartford a Success
Congressman John Larson (D-CT 1CD) spoke at a standing room only town hall in West Hartford, CT. Despite a few moments of hecklers in the rear, Congressman Larson and a panel of experts were able to deliver an excellent presentation and provide much needed answers on health insurance reform.
Health Care Town Hall in West Hartford a Success
Congressman John Larson (D-CT 1CD) spoke at a standing room only town hall in West Hartford, CT. Despite a few moments of hecklers in the rear, Congressman Larson and a panel of experts were able to deliver an excellent presentation and provide much needed answers on health insurance reform.
Miracle on Pennsylvania Avenue … And Beyond
The other day while at the West Hartford Town Hall Health Care forum, I met a young reporter, Suzanne Langlois, from The Huffington Post. Suzanne asked me did I know what was the most effective means to get my voice
Miracle on Pennsylvania Avenue … And Beyond
The other day while at the West Hartford Town Hall Health Care forum, I met a young reporter, Suzanne Langlois, from The Huffington Post. Suzanne asked me did I know what was the most effective means to get my voice
United for Health Insurance Reform
From every corner in Connecticut, organizations, unions, faith community, private citizens, community activists, leaders and elected officials are joining together to send a clear message to our Congressional leaders to take back to Washington: Affordable, Quality health care for all
United for Health Insurance Reform
From every corner in Connecticut, organizations, unions, faith community, private citizens, community activists, leaders and elected officials are joining together to send a clear message to our Congressional leaders to take back to Washington: Affordable, Quality health care for all
Take Back the Debate on Health Reform
Everyday, whether in our email in box, or on television, we are bombarded with negative rhetoric — some quite offensive — against health insurance reform. The attacks are relentless. If you have health insurance — the President’s plan is going
Take Back the Debate on Health Reform
Everyday, whether in our email in box, or on television, we are bombarded with negative rhetoric — some quite offensive — against health insurance reform. The attacks are relentless. If you have health insurance — the President’s plan is going
Take Action on Health Care Insurance Reform
No doubt, some of the town hall meetings that have been taking place across the country have folks quite concerned. I have heard from those who are concerned about attending large gatherings for fear of having meetings turned into shouting
Take Action on Health Care Insurance Reform
No doubt, some of the town hall meetings that have been taking place across the country have folks quite concerned. I have heard from those who are concerned about attending large gatherings for fear of having meetings turned into shouting
Ain’t Nothing Like the Real Thing: Truth + Value vs. Lies + Hate
Some folks may remember the incredible duo of Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell that for two years (1967-1969) delighted us with their soulful tunes, especially “Ain’t Nothing Like the Real Thing” and “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough.” The 1960′s are
Ain’t Nothing Like the Real Thing: Truth + Value vs. Lies + Hate
Some folks may remember the incredible duo of Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell that for two years (1967-1969) delighted us with their soulful tunes, especially “Ain’t Nothing Like the Real Thing” and “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough.” The 1960′s are
Right-Wing Harassment Strategy Against Dems Detailed In Memo: ‘Yell,’ ‘Stand Up And Shout Out,’ ‘Rattle Him’
We cannot afford to sit on the side line and allow those who do not want this country to succeed deter us from our course. Now that the House/Senate is in recess, there is an effort to derail the President’s
Right-Wing Harassment Strategy Against Dems Detailed In Memo: ‘Yell,’ ‘Stand Up And Shout Out,’ ‘Rattle Him’
We cannot afford to sit on the side line and allow those who do not want this country to succeed deter us from our course. Now that the House/Senate is in recess, there is an effort to derail the President’s
National Day of Action – Support HR3200 America’s Affordable Health Choices Act
Summer finally came to Connecticut — we hope. But before you go on vacation, we need your help to keep the momentum for health care reform building. We can win health care at the federal level just like we did
National Day of Action – Support HR3200 America’s Affordable Health Choices Act
Summer finally came to Connecticut — we hope. But before you go on vacation, we need your help to keep the momentum for health care reform building. We can win health care at the federal level just like we did
SustiNet is Now Law! Congratulations
Congratulations! SustiNet has re-passed the House and Senate with and thus overriding Gov. Rell’s veto and becoming law. We had one final opportunity and we did not waste it. We should all feel a sense of accomplishment and pride. By
SustiNet is Now Law! Congratulations
Congratulations! SustiNet has re-passed the House and Senate with and thus overriding Gov. Rell’s veto and becoming law. We had one final opportunity and we did not waste it. We should all feel a sense of accomplishment and pride. By
SustiNet: Knocked Down but Not Knocked Out!
The horrible, perhaps even inevitable has happened. Governor Rell has vetoed the SustiNet bill. For all those that sacrificed so much to advocate for SustiNet, please do not feel discouraged. It was not that you did not do enough, it
SustiNet: Knocked Down but Not Knocked Out!
The horrible, perhaps even inevitable has happened. Governor Rell has vetoed the SustiNet bill. For all those that sacrificed so much to advocate for SustiNet, please do not feel discouraged. It was not that you did not do enough, it
National Health Care Day of Service in Hartford a Total Success
Organizing for Connecticut volunteers team up with Goya Foods and Hartford’s Hispanic Health Council to promote health and wellness in the heart of Hartford’s Latino community and market place, La Plaza Del Mercado, on Saturday afternoon, June 27th.
National Health Care Day of Service in Hartford a Total Success
Organizing for Connecticut volunteers team up with Goya Foods and Hartford’s Hispanic Health Council to promote health and wellness in the heart of Hartford’s Latino community and market place, La Plaza Del Mercado, on Saturday afternoon, June 27th.
The Power of Unity: Connecticut’s New Energy
There is an amazing energy that is building in Connecticut. The energy is the power of unity — many in body / one in mind. Time and again during this past legislative session, ordinary citizens united together to bring about
The Power of Unity: Connecticut’s New Energy
There is an amazing energy that is building in Connecticut. The energy is the power of unity — many in body / one in mind. Time and again during this past legislative session, ordinary citizens united together to bring about
Goya Foods and Hartford’s Healthcare Hispanic Council Support Pres. Obama’s National Health Care Day of Service
On Saturday, June 27, 2009, Organizing for Connecticut (OFC) in support of Organizing for America (OFA), will be one of many organizations around the country who are hosting community service events designed to educate the public on the importance of
Goya Foods and Hartford’s Healthcare Hispanic Council Support Pres. Obama’s National Health Care Day of Service
On Saturday, June 27, 2009, Organizing for Connecticut (OFC) in support of Organizing for America (OFA), will be one of many organizations around the country who are hosting community service events designed to educate the public on the importance of
Fixing Health Care: A United Voice – Free Bus to DC
Here’s a special message from John Murphy (CCAG Political Director). This is a critical week for health care reform on both the national and state level. CCAG needs you to let your elected officials know that you need quality, affordable
Fixing Health Care: A United Voice – Free Bus to DC
Here’s a special message from John Murphy (CCAG Political Director). This is a critical week for health care reform on both the national and state level. CCAG needs you to let your elected officials know that you need quality, affordable
Keep the Public Option on the Table
President Obama has announced three key principles that we must adhere to in order to bring about meaningful health care reform: REDUCE COSTS — Rising health care costs are crushing the budgets of governments, businesses, individuals and families and they
Keep the Public Option on the Table
President Obama has announced three key principles that we must adhere to in order to bring about meaningful health care reform: REDUCE COSTS — Rising health care costs are crushing the budgets of governments, businesses, individuals and families and they
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