Community Stewardship Campaign

11/27/2017

Representative Ana-Maria Ramos

Representative Ana-Maria Ramos

I am an educator, family law attorney, and mother of two. My daughter is a teacher and son is a freshman at Texas A & M. #Ramos4Texas

11/11/2016

Farewell, America - BillMoyers.com

Can we revive America?

America died on Nov. 8, 2016, not with a bang or a whimper, but at its own hand via electoral suicide. We the people chose a man who has shredded our values, our morals, our compassion, our tolerance, our decency, our sense of common purpose, our very identity — all the things that, however tenuousl...

06/26/2015

Supreme Court Legalizes Gay Marriage Nationwide

My heart's pounding and I'm having to wipe away tears. I didn't know it would make me feel like this!

WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 5-4 on Friday that it is legal for all Americans, no matter their gender or sexual orientation, to marry the people they love. The decision is a historic

03/13/2015

Over 230,000 Sign Petition To File Charges Against Republicans In Iran Letter

It's nearing 273,000 signatures.

This needs to happen.

This White House petition went viral almost as soon as it was created!

02/23/2015

Leading climate-denier's deep ties to fossil-fuel industry exposed (yes, Koch brothers too)

"One of the few scientists in the world who insists there is no link between climate change and human activity has been thoroughly busted for taking huge sums of money from oil giants:

"He has accepted more than $1.2 million in money from the fossil-fuel industry over the last decade while failing to disclose that conflict of interest in most of his scientific papers. At least 11 papers he has published since 2008 omitted such a disclosure, and in at least eight of those cases, he appears to have violated ethical guidelines of the journals that published his work."

One of the few scientists in the world who insists there is no link between climate change and human activity has bee...

01/12/2015

Civil Disobedience by Henry David Thoreau: Vook Classics

Do you think it's time we all read and take heed of this book?

Available in: NOOK Book (eBook). That government is best which governs least. Thus begins this powerful and timeless essay from American poet, author, abolitionist, naturalist and Transcendentalist Henry David Thoreau. While the 19th

09/26/2014

Leticia Van de Putte

My opponent, Dan Patrick, only accepted ONE debate against me for the entire race for Lieutenant Governor.

The debate is this Monday, September 29 at 7PM CT.

It's so important that you, your friends and family tune in—SHARE if you'll be watching: leticiavandeputte.com/debate

09/22/2014

Registering voters at Dallas gay pride with the Dallas County Democratic Party.

At one point, a group of young girls - grateful for out tent's shade - passed out hundreds of voter guides. Thanks kids!

We registered 26 voters while separately, the Wendy Davis Campaign and Battleground Texas registered voters as well.

Very hot, long day, but absolutely worth it.

09/22/2014

Editorial: We recommend Democrat Susan Motley for Texas House District 105

The Dallas Morning News has endorsed Susan Motley for House District 105 in western Dallas County over the Republican incumbent, criticizing his votes to cut education funding and not to make badly needed use of the Rainy Day Fund.

"... Motley favors restoring education funding cuts and expanding Medicaid, positions similar to what business groups like the Dallas Citizens Council have advocated as ways to build a stronger economic future and reduce the burden of uncompensated health care. Anderson opposes both"

The Dallas County Coordinated Campaign is organizing block walks for candidates across the county, including Susan Motley. This is taking place every weekend between now and November 4th.

Along with several others, this is a WINNABLE RACE with an excellent candidate. Call the Dallas County Democratic Party today at 214.821.8331 to volunteer for weekend door knocking in HD 105 and across the county.

The hot weather is over. Another glorious North Texas October is nearly upon us, so there's no excuse not to come help out.

Texas needs YOU to come out and flip these districts to blue. It will make a real difference.

That number again: 214.821.8331. See you this Saturday!

Motley is an impressive candidate who seems to have a grasp of what Texas needs to be competitive and solve problems.

09/12/2014

Texas Democrats

Are you over 65 or disabled? Or, will you be out of your county of residence on election day? If so, you are eligible to vote by mail.

Visit this webpage to apply for a ballot or help someone else do so.


http://votebymail.txdemocrats.org/

The Texas Democratic Party believes that we live in a land of opportunity as wide as our beautiful Texas skies. We love our great state, and we fight to win elections to protect Texas values.

09/10/2014

Vote Texas

“Davis’ abortion claims are hard to take seriously…”
-- The National Review, Sept. 9, 2014

If there's anyone who's hard to take seriously, it's the mendacious, crass, callous, right wing noise machine.

***Folks, there's still time to register to vote. The deadline is October 6.

***Early voting begins Monday, October 20 and ends Friday, October 31. During that time there is only ONE weekend, Saturday, October 25 and Sunday, October 26. During early voting (only) you can vote at any polling location in your county.

***If you are 65 or over, disabled, or will be out of your county on election day, you may request a mail-in ballot. Your application must be RECEIVED (not mailed) no later than Friday, October 24. Ballot must be received no later than Tuesday, November 4.

***ELECTION DAY is Tuesday, November 4. You must vote in your precinct on Election Day. The precinct number is on your voter registration card. You can find the polling location online at your county elections office.

For more information, visit http://www.votetexas.gov/voting

1 Local political subdivisions might not have a "first day" to file. However, under new law, most local entities now have a first day to file. Write-in deadlines for general and special elections also vary; the deadline for most local (city, school, other) general elections is now the same day as th…

09/04/2014

BP's Recklessness Caused Gulf Oil Spill, Judge Rules

BP's Recklessness Caused Gulf Oil Spill, Judge Rules

A U.S. judge has ruled that BP's recklessness caused 2010's massive Gulf oil spill, a move that could cost the company billions. Earlier this week Halliburton, the company in charge of sealing the completed Deepwater Horizon well that spewed millions...

09/04/2014

Dallas council enthusiastic about proposal to privatize Fair Park

I just saw this in the DMN. Folks, privatization of public services is about ONE THING and one thing only: giving rich people an opportunity to profit at the expense of the rest of US.

It adds a profit requirement to a service which heretofore had none. We're seeing this with schools, highways, and some even want to do it to Social Security.

Two things inevitably happen to bring about this profit: (1) the end cost to the public must rise, and (2) costs must be cut which inherently diminishes the quality of service.

We've been ripped off enough. This practice is utterly indefensible and must be fought against with all our might.

Though no votes were taken, council members offered broad support for a proposal to put a nonprofit group in charge of running the park.

09/02/2014

Brandon Weber

I'd actually argue for higher — more like $15/hr. But still, a step in the right direction. Graphic by Raise The Minimum Wage.

09/02/2014

Brandon Weber

I'd actually argue for higher — more like $15/hr. But still, a step in the right direction. Graphic by Raise The Minimum Wage.

08/24/2014

Scholar Behind Viral 'Oligarchy' Study Tells You What It Means

"I'd say that contrary to what decades of political science research might lead you to believe, ordinary citizens have virtually no influence over what their government does in the United States."

A new political science study that's gone viral finds that majority-rule democracy exists only in theory in the United States -- not so much in practice. The government caters to the affluent few and organized interest groups, the researchers find, while the average citizen's influence on policy is…

08/23/2014

Democrats Choose Trial Judge to Run for All-Republican Dallas Appeals Court

Let's all get behind Judge Ken Mohlberg and win back a seat on the Dallas area 5th Court of Appeals!

Ken Molberg hopes to be the first Democrat to reach Dallas' Fifth Court of Appeals since the 1990s.

08/21/2014

21 Things Only Activists Will Understand

You have to read this! If you're an activist, it'll give you much needed laughter.

What it feels like when you're working to save the world.

08/21/2014

Jane Unchained News

I'm LIVE on #HLN - Join the conversation...

My call to action is for every single police officer wearing a uniform to have a body cam( #BadgeCam), and every single squad car should have a dash cam! #BadgeCamsNow

These cameras would ensure we get the COMPLETE TRUTH from both the citizen AND the officer!

If you agree we need #BadgeCamsNow -- share this!!!!

08/21/2014

Microsoft Ditches ALEC In Latest Blow To Conservative Group

"CNET linked Microsoft's decision with ALEC's bid to stop renewable energy projects. As The Guardian reported last year, Microsoft has begun investing in renewable energy, including an announcement that it would run one of its data centers entirely with electricity produced by a wind farm in Texas."

Microsoft said on Tuesday that it will end its involvement with the American Legislative Exchange Council, the conservative advocacy group, reportedly because of the group's lobbying against renewable energy. CNET reported that Microsoft would cease being a member of ALEC's communications and techno…

08/20/2014

Missourians Fight ALEC Over Big Agriculture’s “Right to Farm”

We can't let this happen in Missouri! Is ALEC killing American family farms?

Grassroots efforts will likely push a recount on an amendment to Missouri’s bill of rights that favors the interests of corporate agriculture.

08/10/2014

New Scrubber Technology From Skyonic Reduces Greenhouse Gas Emissions

This Austin-based firm has developed smoke-stack scrubber technology aimed at reducing carbon emissions at fossil fuel-burning power plants and at oii and chemical refineries. Give it a look.

Skyonic Corporation, a chemical engineering company developing technologies to safely recycle carbon emissions into economic mineral resources, today ...

08/05/2014

It's our right and responsibility.

08/03/2014

Voter registration at the Immigration Symposium at Cathedral of Hope today. What an amazing panel discussion!

07/30/2014

Monday Battleground Texas volunteers honor an invitation of the Islamic Association of North Texas during the Eid Celebration, after prayer to register Muslim voters and enrich the American cultural tapestry even further. Relationships between Americans of all backgrounds must be strengthened. This is one way to do it. Thanks to Dwain Handley and all volunteers for helping to make this a success. We are Americans standing together.

Monday Battleground Texas volunteers honor an invitation of the Islamic Association of North Texas during the Eid Celebration, after prayer to register Muslim voters and enrich the American cultural tapestry even further. Relationships between Americans of all backgrounds must be strengthened. This is one way to do it. Thanks to Dwain Handley and all volunteers for helping to make this a success. We are Americans standing together.

07/29/2014

Inside the festival hall yesterday during Eid. We made some key connections with Muslim activists and allies. This community votes 90% Democratic, but with only 20-30% participation.

We're gonna improve on that.

07/29/2014

More of the congregants heading into Eid al-fitr at Fair Park's Centennial Hall. How lovely are the colorful burkas against the incredibly green July grass.

07/29/2014

Voter registration early setup at Eid Prayer today in Fair Park. Also congregants heading into Centennial Hall for the first prayer. Can you say beautiful?

07/26/2014

An economy that sustains itself on poverty, sickness, and death is morally corrupt and can only lead to the fall of civilization.

07/18/2014

Take Texas Back From ALEC!

Take Texas Back From ALEC!

ALEC skirts the law restricting lobbying activities and gifts to politicians, and pushes its ideologically driven agenda through model bills that put corporate profits and the right-wing agenda before the needs of working people. What are just some of the laws that ALEC and Laubenberg have promoted,…

06/21/2014

Train Wreck Ozzy

I've just updated my website, http://trainwreckozzy.com/ check it out! I did it using www.Homestead.com
Please visit the Activism- Contributions link. Get involved with a Train Wreck

Sharing my work and passion for music.

05/19/2014

Grass-Roots Group Backs Candidate in Quest to Turn Texas Blue

Sweet!

Battleground Texas’ goal was to make the state competitive, but when State Senator Wendy Davis, a Democrat, announced her candidacy, their fates became intertwined.

05/10/2014

Railroad Commission is broken

Railroad Commission is broken

We offer a recommendation in this GOP races reluctantly and only because we don't think voters generally should leave those boxes on ballots blank.

05/04/2014

Friends of the Earth U.S.

Big Oil and its allies in the Senate are pushing a bill that will bypass the Keystone XL review process and allow Congress to force the approval of the dirty pipeline. We need your help! Call on your senators to oppose this bill: http://bit.ly/1i7cefR

04/06/2014

Starting Community Stewardship In Practice