Actions for the week of Feb 7

Senator Murphy has asked that all Democrats in the State focus on gaining control of the CT Senate

On Tuesday February 28 Connecticut has an opportunity to win back the majority in the State Senate by ensuring Democratic candidate Greg Cava is elected to fill a vacancy.

You can help by participating in a phone bank.

When: Wednesday February 8th from 630p – 900p and tentatively also February 15 and 22.

Where : Stamford Democratic Headquarters

              1250 Summer St., Suite 306

              Stamford, CT

Stay as long as you like. Come and go when you want. Every call matters. This is an opportunity to win back the majority in the State Senate.   

Please bring your cell phone and laptop.

Can’t make it and want to contribute or find out more? Please go to www.gregcava2016.com

For any questions please contact Kayla Reasco @ 860-549-8463 or kayla_reasco@murphy.senate.gov


Muslim Ban Protest

10:30 – 11am

Saturday mornings, starting Saturday, February 11

Ruth Steinkraus Cohen Bridge ( across from Starbucks) in Westport.

Please RSVP to Don Bergmann.

Bring your signs!


Oppose Steve Bannon’s appointment to the NSC:

The Senate Committee on Homeland Security is taking calls about Steve Bannon’s appointment to the National Security Council (NSC). The number: 202-224-4751

If you get a busy signal keep trying! Leave a message if you get through to voicemail.

Be sure to tell the committee that you believe no individual whose primary responsibility is political in nature should be allowed on the NSC or authorized to attend its meetings. You can also email the committee – click for a form for submitting comments.


Support Senator Warren’s request to audit Trump’s finances for conflicts of interest

According to the Comptroller General of the Government Accountability Office, the most effective way to be sure support is counted is to email two administrators, Katherine Siggerud –siggerudk@gao.gov  and Timothy Minnelli – minellit@gao.gov .

(Subject line: Audit for President Trump’s financial concerns  

Dear Ms. Siggerud / Mr. Minnelli,

I’m writing in support of Senator Elizabeth Warren’s request for an audit of President Trump’s finances, to prohibit conflicts of interest that would prevent him from carrying out the responsibilities of the office without corrupt influence.)


Oppose The Concealed Carry Reciprocity Bill

This bill is a top legislative priority of the NRA and President Trump. The bill already has 144 House co-sponsors, all but two from the majority party. Our Congressional delegation is mounting a strong offense to block this dangerous bill. As they lobby colleagues, their position will be greatly strengthened with your support.

Contact Senators Blumenthal and Murphy and Rep. Himes to tell them you agree:  The federal government has no business telling CT who can carry a gun within our borders.


Come to the CAGV (CT Against Gun Violence) Night of Action 

In Westport – Friday, February 10, 6:30 – 9:00pm
The Unitarian Church, 10 Lyons Plains Road, Westport

Come hear from members of our congressional delegation & state legislators. Write letters to our elected officials showing our support for their opposition to federally mandated concealed carry reciprocity (US HB 38) and to support CT HB 6200, the bill to let law enforcement ask to see the permit of a gun owner carrying in public without the need to have “reasonable suspicion” of a crime.

Send postcards to your lawmakers – Have a postcard party or attend one!


Resist with your wallet

Boycott businesses which support/benefit Trump!

Go to #grabyourwallet.org for details.


Rally to protect Planned Parenthood  

Women’s March CT – We March On
Saturday, Feb 11, West Hartford

On February 11th, a group called ProtestPP is planning a national day of protest at Planned Parenthood locations across the nation.


Amendment & Free Press

Make sure you are documenting everything that is going on that is upsetting to you.  And make sure if you re-post news/facts that they are from reputable “main-stream’ sources. Here’s a good guide.


Visit these sites for more actions and events

Women’s March CT – We March On
The Sixty Five – Weekly Call to Action
5calls.org 
re:act newsletter
wall-of-us newsletter

 

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