Dear Friend,
Step aside The New York Times! We’ve always known that community organizing looked good. Read all about the community organizers of our current leadership development and community organizing class. Also in this issue – we’re releasing our 2008 Annual Highlights and summing up May Day rallies around our region. Last but not least, registration for CSTI, the leading organizing training institute in the Northwest, is now open.
Enjoy,
Dan Petegorsky,
Executive Director
Community Organizing Has Always Looked Good
An article in the Fashion and Style section of The New York Times in
April was titled “Community Organizing Never Looked So Good.” Here at
Western States Center, we disagree: in fact it’s looked good for a long
time. Read more...
Western States Center's 2008 Highlights
In
2008 Western States Center turned 21 as the country turned not just a
page but volumes of history by electing Barack Obama as President. His
challenges are immense as the economy continues to cause hardship for
millions. On the brighter side the Center had a very good year and we
are proud to report our accomplishments. Download here (PDF).
May Day 2009: Gaining Traction for Real CAUSA Immigration Reform?
May Day, the traditional workers’ holiday, has been celebrated with
special fervor in the last few years by immigrant workers, who are
using the holiday to publicly demand fair treatment. Since we saw
millions take to the streets in 2006, the annual protests have
continued to evolve. May Day 2009 had some telling clues about the
status of comprehensive immigration reform. Read more...
(Photos by CAUSA, Erik Sorenson, Communication Director)
Western States Center Needs You!
Building
long-term strategies for progressive social change requires resources.
Together, we know that we can make a difference. There are several ways
you can help Western States Center. Find out today!
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