A Responsible Plan to End the War in Iraq

Our plan will:

1. End U.S. Military Action in Iraq
2. Use U.S. diplomatic power
3. Address humanitarian concerns
4. Restore our Constitution
5. Restore our military
6. Restore independence to the media
7. Create a new, U.S.-centered energy policy

Read how...

Its Been a Year: Where's the Darfur Peacekeeping Force?

From Oxfam America:

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One year ago, the UN announced that a peacekeeping force would finally be sent into Darfur.

However, a full year later, the world has failed to provide the full measure of troops and equipment that were promised. And the violence in Darfur continues.

We must keep our promise. Tell President Bush to do all he can to fully deploy the international peacekeeping force in Darfur.

Subject:

Dear [ Decision Maker ],

(Edit Letter Below)

I urge you to take immediate action to ensure that the UN peacekeeping force in Darfur (UNAMID) is strengthened and supported to be able to give the people of Darfur the protection they need and deserve. One year after the force was unanimously agreed upon, UNAMID is still critically short of troops, equipment, training, and political support. We urge you to work with the international community to get UNAMID up to strength as a matter of urgency.

Sincerely,
[Your name]
[Your address]

Leave an Impression: A Week of Global Warming Action

From Greenpeace:

It's time to let Congress know that global warming is about more than just Washington politics. It's about people and the future of our planet. And every single day that passes without serious, science-based legislation brings us one day closer to the tipping point.

So what's it going to take to get Congress to finally act on global warming? Well, maybe we need to remind them of what this issue is really about and who they’re elected serve.

Picture this:

Activists like you from around the country will visit their Representative's local offices to deliver a personal message about global warming. You’ll choose a picture of something dear to you that's being threatened by global warming, and write a personal message on the back of the picture. It could be a picture of your family, your home, or your favorite vacation destination -- whatever you choose. Deliver your picture and message with flowers, and you’ll really get your Representative’s attention. That's it. A simple message with a simple reminder.

Make sure your Representative gets the picture: Sign up today to deliver your message.

The message itself will vary according to whether or not your Representative has already taken the lead on global warming by supporting the Safe Climate Act. Your message will say something along the lines of “thank you and keep up the good work,” or, if your Representative hasn’t yet taken the lead on global warming, it will say “now’s the time to be a leader and support science-based global warming legislation.” It all depends on your Representative’s stance.

Your flowers and messages will leave a powerful impression that your Representative will take to the convention and share with their colleagues.

Throughout August, members of Congress will be back home in their districts getting work done and preparing for the upcoming conventions. It's a perfect time to stop in the office and send them a message that they can take to their party's convention.

Make a lasting impression on your member of Congress by signing-up to drop off some flowers during our week of action from August 18th – 22nd. We'll help you find the nearest local office, let you know whether or not your Representative has signed the Safe Climate Act and help you with everything else. It's a simple gesture, but it will go a long way.

Signup to deliver your message today!

Tell your member of Congress to act on global warming now!

From Greenpeace:

Feel free to personalize the email message [below]. Let your Representative know, in your own words, why you want them to be a champion on global warming. You might want to throw in information about yourself and why you think it's imortant that your Rep. takes action now.

Join me by acting on global warming today

Dear [Decision Maker],

People across the country are making small changes in their lives and doing their part to stop global warming--changing their light bulbs, driving less, and buying more efficient appliances. City and state governments are taking action, too, by investing in renewable energy and cracking down on the worst polluters. But while we act, Congress is doing next to nothing to solve global warming.

To stop global warming, our nation needs to do what science says is necessary: reduce global warming pollution at least 25% below 1990 levels by 2020; and get on a realistic path to the reductions needed to prevent dangerous climate disruption: at least 80% below 1990 levels by 2050. It's possible if we:
1) Use our energy more efficiently.
2) Put a limit on how much global warming pollution gets dumped into the atmosphere.
3) Stop building dirty, dangerous coal and nuclear plants and invest in clean energy like wind and solar instead.

Please personalize your message

Global warming is a serious problem, that's why I urge you to be a champion on this issue in Congress.

Please take action today by supporting science-based approaches to global warming. Congress can help stop global warming. I'm doing my part. Now it's time for Congress to do its part.

Sincerely,

[SenatorObama-PleaseVoteAgainstFISA] Daily E-mail Blast!

From Get FISA Right:

Hello,

These are our daily announcements from getfisaright.com. For more information and action items, you can check out our forums: at:http://getfisaright.com/discuss or join our e-mail discussion group: http://groups.google.com/group/GetFISAright-Discussion

**Volunteers Needed**

- An ongoing project is working to reach out to Senate and House Candidates and ask them to Get FISA Right. Help is needed in collecting contact info for the various campaigns. Head here:
http://get-fisa-right.wetpaint.com/page/Congressional+Candidate+Primary+List
to help out.

**Breaking News**

-The Netroots Political Platform project is still active at the MixedInk Site. A new combined 'Civil Rights Plank' has been submitted that includes the two Get FISA Right group planks. Rate up the new "Civil Rights Plank (multiple combined plank edit)" plank here:
http://www.mixedink.com/netrootsplatform/civil_rights/flex.php

-Our ad is being purchased and will be aired across the country! 3 new markets added today. You can pay to run the ad at the time and place you choose here:
http://getfisaright.com/ad
We're working on ways to pool money for more expensive media markets! http://getfisaright.com/discuss/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=157


**Important Forum Discussions**

- The Get Local forum is discussing the outcome of our visits to the platform meetings and organizing local meetups here:
http://getfisaright.com/discuss/viewforum.php?f=5
Find other folks who want to Get FISA Right in your city!

- Help define the future mission of Get FISA Right here:
http://getfisaright.com/discuss/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=83


Thanks,

Andy, Lee and the Get FISA Right team

Wanted - Your ideas for the Netroots platform!

From Netroots Nation:

Dear Friend,

Are you concerned about our country's addiction to oil? Or about getting universal healthcare passed? This is your chance to express what you think our national policies should be!

One of our goals at Netroots Nation is to take ideas from our community, match them with the right technology, and empower you to act. In Austin, we provided a way for you to contribute to a collaborative Netroots platform. The response was fantastic, but we still need your voice.

We need your help to ensure that all the planks are strong, and that the platform accurately reflects our collective views. Contribute your ideas at netrootsplatform.org.

The final platform will be submitted through Obama's "Listening to America" process in which the campaign is encouraging supporters to jointly craft platform planks. Our impact will depend on the process being completely democratic and participatory, and on engaging as many members of the Netroots as possible.

Curious? Skeptical? Here's an excerpt of the current "general principles" plank:

"As progressive women and men living in the United States of America, we believe that the American dream means extending equality of opportunity to every American and working to narrow the gap between opportunity and outcome. We see no reason why the outcome of any American's pursuit of happiness should be economic destitution caused by unemployment, inflation, high energy costs, lack of health care, or any of the other myriad problems facing everyday Americans today. America can do better, and as progressives we pledge ourselves to working for greater opportunities and better outcomes for all Americans."

Read the rest at netrootsplatform.org.

To craft a political platform together, democratically, we're using MixedInk's unique collaborative writing tool. It works kind of like a blog's diary submission and recommendation system, only you can borrow other people's words and ideas to create the best possible plank. From the economy to healthcare to the environment, you'll have a chance to contribute new ideas, edit existing planks, remix the group's best ideas to form new versions, and rate what others have written to help choose the final version.

By fusing our voices together and producing a precise policy vision that reflects our collective viewpoints, our community can better influence the official Democratic platform.

Be sure to contribute your ideas at netrootsplatform.org.

In solidarity,
The Netroots Nation Team
Raven Brooks
Karen Kolber
Mary Rickles
Nolan Treadway

P.S. Don't miss out on other community projects: Register for NN09 in Pittsburgh at regonline.com/nn09. (There are still a few tickets left at the $225 rate.)

Please help: Impeachment has made Wexler a target.

From Congressman Robert Wexler:

I need your help:

My strong and vocal stands in favor of impeaching President Bush and Vice President Cheney have made me a target. I am now under siege by the right wing, who are working hard to defeat me and silence the causes that we believe in.

In the eyes of the right wing, I am seen, along with Rep. Kucinich, as one of the symbols of the impeachment fight. They believe that if they defeat me – they defeat our cause.

For the last week, I’ve been relentlessly targeted by ultra-conservative radio and television hosts, as well as my local media. It has taken a toll. Now more than ever, I need your support to help me stay in Congress to represent your voice in Washington.

Please click here to donate to my re-election campaign.

I am pleased to report that just this week we have made real progress in our fight for accountability for this rogue Administration. Just yesterday a federal court ruled against President Bush's bogus executive privilege claims and ordered Harriet Miers and Josh Bolten to testify. In addition, this week the Judiciary Committee voted to hold Karl Rove in contempt for his refusal to testify.

I will make you this promise: No matter who criticizes me, I will continue to aggressively push for genuine accountability for this White House – including inherent contempt for Karl Rove, Josh Bolten, Harriet Miers and all of the renegade Bush officials if they do not immediately cooperate.

With your contribution today (click here) you can ensure that I will return to Congress and never back down from the causes in which we believe.

I have been one of the few lonely voices in Congress to demand accountability and now I am paying a price. The truth is I would rather lose my election than back down. But we will win if we stand together, and your contribution today will send a strong message to the right wing that our movement will not be intimidated.

Click here to donate and help me send a message to the right wing.

It’s no coincidence that these attacks are increasing as I continue my outspoken stances, and Election Day approaches.

Right now, I am facing my most difficult re-election ever. While I rely on people like you to support my campaign – both of my wealthy opponents are spending their own personal money to fund their campaigns. One opponent has promised to spend a million dollars to defeat me. Another opponent has ridiculed my stance on impeachment and called for me to be impeached and removed from office.

I need your help: please click here to donate today.

From the beginning of my work on impeachment, I have been dipping into my re-election fund to help pay the significant costs of what has been a national campaign to promote impeachment. Some of you have previously donated to help keep this outreach alive, and for that, I’m thankful. I will continue to promote this cause using my campaign resources.

Now, the right wing is fueling the campaigns against me: Newspapers are reporting that my Republican opponent is seeing a major spike in contributions. We must match his supporters dollar for dollar.

If you're in a position to contribute, please help us win this race (click here to donate).

If not, but you know someone who might want to, please spread the word by forwarding this email and posting it on blogs.

Every two years, Americans get to decide who represents them. Whether I'm your representative or not, I hope you know I will continue to fight to protect our Constitution.

Regardless of whether you can support me financially at this time or not, please know that I have been inspired by your hard work, words of encouragement, and unflagging commitment for our shared causes.

Your friend,

Congressman Robert Wexler

DONATE

P.S. If you prefer to donate via mail, please send a check to:

Wexler For Congress Campaign
2500 North Military Trail
Suite 251
Boca Raton, FL 33431

P.P.S.: If you spend a minute watching this short video on the outspoken stands I have taken, you will see why the right wing wants to defeat me. (If it does not show below, you may view it at http://www.wexlerforcongress.com/multimedia.asp?ItemID=263.)