Move to Amend events

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1. National roadshow in Seattle 5/3

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Never before in the history of the United States has our system been so openly corrupted by big money.

Our democracy has been overtaken by special interests who have bought favor with politicians, putting up huge roadblocks to any legislation that benefits We The People. But all over the country people are fighting back and demanding change.

We invite you to join us at our 28th Amendment National Roadshow conference in Seattle!

Find an agenda and additional information about MOVI's national roadshow click here.

WHEN: Saturday, May 3, 2014 10:00am - 6:00pm. Registration opens at 9:00 am.
WHERE: University Temple United Methodist Church
1415 NE 43rd St
Seattle, WA 98105
United States
COST: $25 for regular registration, $15 registration for seniors and the disabled, and FREE for students.
For directions visit here.

No one will be turned away for lack of funds.

Contact Holly Mosher at [email protected] or [phone] or Michele Sutter at [email protected] or [phone] for more information about our event.

Please let us know if you need any special assistance at the event in the form below.

If you have any questions or problems regarding registration, please contact Hinnaneh Qazi, Common Cause Operations Coordinator, at hqazi AT commoncause DOT org or [phone].

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3. Bellingham event 5/8

Thursday May 8, 2014 6:30 - 8:00 pm

Heiner Theater @ WCC Library: 237 W. Kellogg Road



Free and Open to the Public (Donations accepted)

In the tradition of the mighty Populist Movement, MOVE to AMEND's experienced and acclaimed speakers will be crisscrossing the country in 2014, spreading the word about the campaign to amend the constitution and inspiring action!

Our speaker for the evening will be Kaitlin Sopoci-Belknap,

Executive Director of Democracy Unlimited and the National Director of MOVE to AMEND. She will give a rousing one hour talk telling the story of the American creation myth and the Constitution as it pertains to Corporate Personhood and illegitimate but legal corporate constitutional rights, followed by a facilitated discussion / Q and A. There will be a short presentation of the Washington I-1329 initiative and opportunities to get involved.

The goal of Move to Amend's Barnstorming Tours is to educate and inspire action

People from all political backgrounds are encouraged to attend!

CONTACT: Margaret @ 360-752-0075 or Debbie @ 360-920-0981 or the MTA national office 707-269-0984

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7. BELLINGHAM EVENT CANCELLED DUE TO FAMILY ILLNESS

The May 8 Move to Amend barnstorming tour in Bellingham about getting money out of politics is cancelled due to family illness.

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9. CANCELLATION CANCELLED!! OK, it's back on.

Move to Amend

Barnstorming the country to
End Corporate Rule &
Get Money Out of Politics

Thursday May 8, 2014 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Heiner Theater @ WCC Library: 237 W. Kellogg Road

Free and Open to the Public (Donations accepted)

Local MTA affiliate - Whatcom Move to Amend, with other local grassroots organizations is providing a presentation on the national movement and our local effort to join 16 other states in calling for an amendment to the U.S. Constitution:

Our speaker for the evening will be Kim Jordan,

I-1329 Campaign Field Leader for Whatcom, Skagit, Island and San Juan counties. She will show a Lawrence Lessig video "Republic Lost" which explains the current state of political campaign funding and why this system does not work for any political party or 99.9 % of voters. Kim will then overview the many solutions offered by national movements and specifically I-1329 in our state.

Our Goal is to educate and inspire action!

People from all political backgrounds are encouraged to attend!

CONTACT: Margaret @ 360-752-0075 or Debbie @ 360-920-0981

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2. Visit movetoamend.org.

Sign the petition and donate if you can. They, along with Wolf PAC are doing great work!

full disclosure: I interned with Move to Amend last year. It was great!

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4. Do you have the latest status for the Washington the State petition?

I didnt see the status on the movetoamend.org website.

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5. I'll see my local coordinator next week and ask n/t

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10. Did you happen to find out anything? I went to the website but

couldnt get the status.

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11. They have about 35,000 signatures

Since they need 250,000, they will be hiring paid signature gatherers. They'd like donations for that, and of course as many volunteer-gathered signatures as possible.

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12. Not as good as I had hoped. Thank you for the update. nm

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6. Seattle events 4/26-5/3

We have a week full of great events and hope to see you there!
One thing to keep in mind is that this movement isn’t just about our initiative. It’s about growing awareness regarding the state of our democracy and the power of determined individuals like yourself to change it.

Many voters have given up. They feel that our system is too corrupt to make a difference. Honestly, who doesn’t feel that way sometimes?

The great thing about signature gathering for I-1329 is that it’s a conversation. We’re not begging, hounding or pestering people. We’re asking them to take a minute out of their day to learn about what is possible. We’re showing them that we, their neighbors, care enough not to give up.

Do you have an hour this week to do the same? We’d love to have your company.

Click a link below for more information and to RSVP.

Saturday - April 26th 2014
David Cay Johnston at Town Hall

Sunday - April 27, 2014 (three events)
Florabundance Arboretum Plant Sale

Ballard Farmer’s Market

Connecting the Dots Compassionate Communities - Fostering Climate, Social & Economic Justice

Wednesday - April 30, 2014
Carry It On Tour - In Honor of Pete Seeger

Thursday - May 1, 2014
Thom Hartmann at Town Hall

Saturday - May 3, 2014
28th Amendment Road Show with featured speaker John Nichols

View more Seattle signature gathering events at WAmendSeattle.com or find out how to Do-It-Yourself.

Have event ideas? Email [email protected]

Interested in calling volunteers instead of collecting signatures? Email [email protected]

Let’s make sure that Washington is the 17th state to go on record asking for a constitutional amendment to get Big Money out of elections.

Thanks and have a wonderful week!!

WAmend Seattle Team

*Just like you, we’re all volunteers doing the best with whatever spare time we have. So thank you for your patience!

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8. Stamp Stampede (makers of the Get Money Out of Politics stamp) will be at the 5/3 conference

You know how corrupting the influence of Big Money is over the democratic process. But the Supreme Court of the United States clearly doesn't understand. With decisions like Citizens United and McCutcheon, the Court continues to equate money with free speech and corporations with people. Until we pass a Constitutional Amendment that says otherwise, we're stuck with the status quo.


That's why we're joining WAmend and the Money Out, Voters In coalition this weekend in Seattle, WA and Portland, OR! Working together the 28th Amendment National Roadshow will unify activists, educate everyday Americans and force the media and candidates running for office to talk about the future of the 28th Amendment to #GetMoneyOut of politics.

We'll have a stamping booth at the events, many special guests, and a screening of the new documentary PAY 2 PLAY. You don't want to miss this!



Join us at the 28th Amendment National Roadshow Conference at an event near you:

May 3rd, University Temple Methodist Church, Seattle, WA. 10am - 6pm
May 4th, Portland State University, Portland, OR. 10a - 6p

Our democracy has been overtaken by corporate interests who have bought favor with politicians, putting up huge roadblocks to any legislation that benefits We the People. But all over the country people are fighting back and demanding change. With your support, we'll reclaim our Republic for the many, not the money.


We hope you'll join us in this most important of fights.



Stamp on,


Ben, Ed, Lee, Ashley and Aaron

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13. West Seattle fundraiser 5/20 with Ben Cohen of Ben and Jerry's

WAmend Fundraiser
Special Invitation
Tuesday, May 20th ~ 6-9pm

You are invited to an evening of fun, food and entertainment to help us raise funds to get I-1329 on the ballot & move us one step closer to getting BIG money out of politics!

~ Special Guests include ~
Ben Cohen
of Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream & the Stamp Stampede
Tony Ventrella
Local Sportcaster & I-1329 Spokesperson

Also ~ Surprise Musical Guests!

$50-500 per person
suggested donation

Appetizers and buffet dinner with a Mediterranean theme, along with wine, beer and soft drinks, will be served.

9105 Fauntleroy Way SW
(immediately south of the Fauntleroy Ferry dock)

Please RSVP to:
[email protected] or call Cindy @ 206.552.3287