Category Archives: Action Alerts
Action Alert: State Officials – Do Your Job!
The Arizona Legislature adjourned in March with a plan to return yesterday (April 14). Now there is no definite date of return. Meanwhile, the State is struggling. There is a Rainy Day Fund with over $1 Billion available. So far in this tsunami, the legislature has tapped only $55 million and allocated all of that […]
Continue readingFront Line Workers at Risk
Frontline workers are performing essential duties without the protections or wages they deserve. What comes to mind first are workers in hospitals and first responders; however, the problem extends to grocery store workers, postal workers, repair workers, factory workers crowded into spaces without personal protective equipment, and many others. We’re hearing more and more horrific stories […]
Continue readingHow to Donate Your Stimulus Check Locally
The Coconino County Democratic Party asks our members who can afford it, to donate their $1200 economic impact payment to those in our community who have been severely impacted during this time of the Covid-19 Pandemic. These include the homeless, the unemployed, the undocumented and the poorest residents of our community. Donors to some of the […]
Continue readingCOVID Newsletter/Calls to Action
As we head into the peak weeks of COVID-19 affecting our community, we acknowledge our friends, relatives, and community members who are struggling with this disease, and some who are mourning the deaths of loved ones. Our hearts and thoughts are with you and please reach out if you need help. We are here for you. Join […]
Continue readingAction Alert: Get the Legislature Back to Work!
Call the Officials Listed below: “My name is __________ I live in ____________, zip code _________. I’m calling to urge that the Legislature be called back into session ASAP. They, and they alone, can deal with a number of critical issues that need to be addressed in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic. Some examples […]
Continue readingAction Alert: All Mail Election
Update: April 8: All 15 Arizona County Recorders have called on the Legislature to allow them to mail ballots to all registered voters for the 2020 Primary and General Election. We join Maricopa County Democratic Party Chair Steve Slugocki in this Call to Action: During this difficult period, the government’s number one priority should be […]
Continue readingCOVID Action and News
In this pandemic, there are daily changes and much to advocate for. Please take time to take actions mentioned and consider donating or volunteering with these organizations. If you have additions or corrections, please email National Advocacy Call the White House 202-456-1111 Demand our federal government to implement the National Defense Production of Personal Protective […]
Continue readingAction Alert: April 3, 2020
TODAY: Call and email our legislators. Tell them to return to session to address the COVID-19 crisis. Two specific things they can do: Allocate money from the Rainy Day Fund. So far, they have only appropriated $50 million(with an M) for COVID relief. The State Government has $1 billion (with a B) in its “Rainy […]
Continue readingTake Action: April 2
There is much to advocate for and we’ve been posting a lot of suggestions for action on our Facebook page. We’re going to try to break down some specific Calls to Action by day so as not to overwhelm you with requests. Ask Governor Ducey to Send Funds for Shelter Services Coconino County is second […]
Continue readingLegislative Alerts: Environmental Actions for the Week
Contact our state legislators and oppose HB 2084. This bill, which exempts property owners from obtaining building permits to construct a border wall, is ready for a final vote in the Arizona Senate. FIND OUT HOW THE STATE IS RESPONDING TO THE NEW CLEAN WATER ACT WOTUS RULE: Sign up for the Arizona Department of Environmental […]
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