The document provides guidance for citizens of Maine to advocate for Adult Drug Courts and their funding. It outlines that the Governor's budget proposes cuts that would eliminate all Adult Drug Courts in Maine. Citizens are encouraged to contact their local legislators by mail, phone, email or testimony to educate them on the impact and support keeping the initial intent of funding for these programs. The document provides sample letters, contact information and tips for effective advocacy.
This document provides an overview of the 2011-12 biennium of the North Carolina General Assembly. It discusses that the long legislative session started in January 2011, with a short session to follow in May 2012. It notes that the Republicans now control both the House and Senate for the first time since 1870. Key dates and priorities for the legislative session are outlined, including passing the state budget by June 1. An overview is also provided of the structure and leadership of the House and Senate.
This document provides an overview of government affairs training for chamber executives. It discusses the importance of being involved in government affairs to advocate for business interests. It outlines obstacles to advocacy and provides tips to overcome them. The document then presents a four step process to build a successful government affairs program: 1) identify priority issues, 2) spread the word to members, officials and the community, 3) develop a grassroots network, and 4) follow up and ensure accountability. Specific tactics are provided for each step, such as surveying members, informing officials of policy stances, and developing a legislative scorecard.
Advocacy is essential to promoting your personal and professional needs, especially when it involves laws, regulations, or public policy that can and will impact your home or business. When it comes to advocating your needs, it’s critical to know how to effectively communicate with legislators. Our government relations subject matter expert, Katie Misukanis, walks you through the practical logistics of communicating with legislators, such as how to locate them, present issues, and what the legislative process looks like. Help yourself and your business and be civically engaged.
Watch the presentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=ADUhy0o_j00
Featured Speaker:
Katie Misukanis
Government Relations Director
Rasmussen College
(How-to Handout for AZ voters) How you can support the Plain Regulations ActKath Straub
The document provides instructions for writing letters to Senators and Representatives to urge them to co-sponsor the Plain Regulations Act. It recommends writing personalized letters describing how complicated regulations negatively impact individuals, businesses, and organizations. Sample letters are provided that argue plain language regulations will reduce administrative burdens and costs. Recipients of the letters are listed, along with contact information for Congressional sponsors of the bill and the Center for Plain Language.
You know that something is drastically wrong with the country. This show invites you to join in the only political movement that will return us back to the wisdom the founding fathers gave us in a government of true checks and balances. Don't be intimidated by your personal lake of experience. Even as a political amateur you can make a difference.
The Tuscarawas County Chapter 7900 of the United Steelworkers Union held their monthly meeting on March 19, 2013. Ronnie Beitzel chaired the meeting. Key topics discussed included issues with the state outsourcing vehicle part procurement, concerns over potential "right to work" legislation, and updates from the district meeting including potential changes to timekeeping procedures and training locations. The next meeting was scheduled for May 15, 2013.
Michele Bachmann was born in Iowa and raised in Iowa and Minnesota. She received degrees from Winona State University and law degrees from Oral Roberts University and William & Mary School of Law. Bachmann worked as a tax attorney before being elected to the Minnesota state senate in 2000 and U.S. Congress in 2006. During her congressional career, Bachmann emerged as a prominent opponent of President Obama's healthcare law and founded the House Tea Party Caucus.
This document outlines techniques for effectively advocating and lobbying elected officials on issues like clean water. It begins with researching the issue and identifying allies. The most effective methods of communication are in-person meetings and phone calls. When meeting with officials, bring personal stories and focus on how the issue and solution align with their interests. Follow up after meetings with thank you notes and updates. The document also provides examples of clean water policies and campaigns for businesses to support, including defending the Clean Water Act from rollbacks.
This document provides an overview of the 2011-12 biennium of the North Carolina General Assembly. It discusses that the long legislative session started in January 2011, with a short session to follow in May 2012. It notes that the Republicans now control both the House and Senate for the first time since 1870. Key dates and priorities for the legislative session are outlined, including passing the state budget by June 1. An overview is also provided of the structure and leadership of the House and Senate.
This document provides an overview of government affairs training for chamber executives. It discusses the importance of being involved in government affairs to advocate for business interests. It outlines obstacles to advocacy and provides tips to overcome them. The document then presents a four step process to build a successful government affairs program: 1) identify priority issues, 2) spread the word to members, officials and the community, 3) develop a grassroots network, and 4) follow up and ensure accountability. Specific tactics are provided for each step, such as surveying members, informing officials of policy stances, and developing a legislative scorecard.
Advocacy is essential to promoting your personal and professional needs, especially when it involves laws, regulations, or public policy that can and will impact your home or business. When it comes to advocating your needs, it’s critical to know how to effectively communicate with legislators. Our government relations subject matter expert, Katie Misukanis, walks you through the practical logistics of communicating with legislators, such as how to locate them, present issues, and what the legislative process looks like. Help yourself and your business and be civically engaged.
Watch the presentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=ADUhy0o_j00
Featured Speaker:
Katie Misukanis
Government Relations Director
Rasmussen College
(How-to Handout for AZ voters) How you can support the Plain Regulations ActKath Straub
The document provides instructions for writing letters to Senators and Representatives to urge them to co-sponsor the Plain Regulations Act. It recommends writing personalized letters describing how complicated regulations negatively impact individuals, businesses, and organizations. Sample letters are provided that argue plain language regulations will reduce administrative burdens and costs. Recipients of the letters are listed, along with contact information for Congressional sponsors of the bill and the Center for Plain Language.
You know that something is drastically wrong with the country. This show invites you to join in the only political movement that will return us back to the wisdom the founding fathers gave us in a government of true checks and balances. Don't be intimidated by your personal lake of experience. Even as a political amateur you can make a difference.
The Tuscarawas County Chapter 7900 of the United Steelworkers Union held their monthly meeting on March 19, 2013. Ronnie Beitzel chaired the meeting. Key topics discussed included issues with the state outsourcing vehicle part procurement, concerns over potential "right to work" legislation, and updates from the district meeting including potential changes to timekeeping procedures and training locations. The next meeting was scheduled for May 15, 2013.
Michele Bachmann was born in Iowa and raised in Iowa and Minnesota. She received degrees from Winona State University and law degrees from Oral Roberts University and William & Mary School of Law. Bachmann worked as a tax attorney before being elected to the Minnesota state senate in 2000 and U.S. Congress in 2006. During her congressional career, Bachmann emerged as a prominent opponent of President Obama's healthcare law and founded the House Tea Party Caucus.
This document outlines techniques for effectively advocating and lobbying elected officials on issues like clean water. It begins with researching the issue and identifying allies. The most effective methods of communication are in-person meetings and phone calls. When meeting with officials, bring personal stories and focus on how the issue and solution align with their interests. Follow up after meetings with thank you notes and updates. The document also provides examples of clean water policies and campaigns for businesses to support, including defending the Clean Water Act from rollbacks.
This document provides an overview of America's two main political parties - the Republican and Democratic parties - as well as some information about third parties. It discusses how political parties help communicate beliefs to the government, educate citizens, and guide voters during elections. The key roles of political parties include allowing large groups of people to have their voices heard, raising and spending money to support candidates, and being active at the federal, state, and local levels of government. Students are encouraged to research the platforms of different parties and determine which ones best align with their own views.
Jason Fossum
Want to know more about how to become involved in your government? This presentation will look at ways you can develop lines of communication with your elected officials on issues that are important to you.
Study Guide for Chapter 9 of "The Struggle for Democracy"mmcroberts
Political parties are organizations that try to win control of government by electing candidates who share their views. The United States has a two-party system where the Democratic and Republican parties compete for power. This system discourages minor parties because elections use a winner-take-all approach in single-member districts. While other democracies use proportional representation to give minor parties more influence, the U.S. system incentivizes voters and parties to focus on the two major parties.
Media 101: Understanding the Tools for Effective Communication, Media Advocac...slecocq
This document provides an overview of media relations and social media strategies for organizations working in tobacco control. It discusses the purpose of engaging media to shape public opinion and influence policymakers. It also outlines best practices for monitoring media coverage, developing clear messaging, and responding to media through letters to the editor or social media posts. Guidelines are provided for writing effective letters to the editor and engaging audiences online through a tobacco control organization's website and social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter.
Stop Funding Abortion using Federal Healthcare Reform dadyrtb
The document is a call to action to contact Senators and House Representatives to oppose the use of federal funding for abortion in healthcare reform legislation. It provides links and sample messages to send emails to Senators from Georgia and House Representatives. It encourages sharing the information widely to help stop government funding of abortion.
The document summarizes a chapter from a political science textbook about political parties. It defines political parties as groups that organize to interact with citizens to remain in power. It describes how parties emerged with the rise of democracy to elect representatives. It outlines different party systems, such as single-party, dominant-party, two-party, and multi-party. While praising the detailed explanations and examples provided, it notes some limitations, such as a focus only on the US and UK systems and outdated citations. Overall, it finds the chapter a good introductory overview of political parties around the world.
CBSE NCERT SOCIAL SCIENCE HISTORY GEOGRAPHY ECONOMICS POLITICAL SCIENCE CLASS 10 CHAPTER political parties components of political parties national and state parties how can political parties are reformed
Political parties are essential for organizing elections and forming governments in a democracy. They reflect societal divisions and allow people to access power through elections by presenting policy platforms. However, political parties face challenges like a lack of internal democracy, dynastic control, and influence of money and muscle power. Reforms are needed to reduce these issues, such as limiting defections, regulating party finances and internal elections, and providing public funding to reduce financial influence. Overall, political parties are a necessary part of democracy but need reforms to strengthen their functioning.
Study Guide for Chapter 10 of "The Struggle for Democracy"mmcroberts
This document discusses different models of how elections can lead to popular control: the prospective voting model, electoral competition model, and retrospective voting model. It also covers key aspects of elections in the US, including low voter turnout due to barriers, complexity, and lack of voter mobilization. Factors like income, education, race, ethnicity, and age affect who votes. Campaigns are expensive and rely on funds from individuals, PACs, 527s, 501s. Voters decide based on social characteristics, party loyalties, and issues. The electoral college system is explained for electing the president.
The document discusses different political party systems including one-party, two-party, and multi-party systems. It provides examples of countries that use each system and notes the pros and cons. It also covers the US political spectrum, differences between political planks and platforms, types of elections, and techniques used in political campaigning and persuasion.
The document outlines the chapters and objectives of a textbook on Congress, including sections on congressional membership, the House of Representatives, the Senate, congressional committees, and staff and support agencies. It provides learning objectives for each chapter section and samples of text and questions that may be included. The purpose is to give an overview of the content and approach that will be taken in the textbook.
There are currently 541 members of Congress. The document provides demographic information about members such as age, gender, religion, and party affiliation. It also provides details about two Senators and one Representative from Texas, as well as information about the Senate and House leadership including the President of the Senate, Speaker of the House, and majority and minority leaders in both chambers. The document concludes with sections on current healthcare reform legislation and issues.
Political parties serve several essential functions in American democracy. The two major parties are the Republicans and Democrats, who dominate elections by nominating candidates and mobilizing supporters around their policy platforms. Minor parties like the Green Party, Libertarian Party, and Communist Party also participate but have less influence as the political system encourages a two-party structure. Each party represents a different ideology and coalition of voters.
This document provides an overview of Organizing for Action's (OFA) issue organizing strategy and chapters/teams structure. It begins with a summary of the legislative process from an idea becoming a bill and becoming law. OFA's goal is to see laws passed that further policies benefitting the country by earning support from lawmakers through grassroots advocacy. The strategy involves volunteers informing their members of Congress of their position, showing community support for legislation, and ensuring public awareness of new laws' benefits. The document then outlines OFA's chapter and team structures for organizing volunteers at a local level to influence members of Congress and advance issues.
The examination will be 1 hour and consist of 100 points worth of questions. Students must answer 5 essay questions from Section A on Politics and Government and 1 question each from Sections B and C. Section D requires answering 2 short questions. Essay questions will be assessed on relevance, knowledge, use of concepts, argument development, and analysis of Philippine politics. The document provides the framework and assessment criteria for the examination.
This document provides an outline of key concepts related to US presidential elections, including primaries, caucuses, and campaign financing. It discusses the multi-stage process of electing the president from pre-primaries over a year before elections to the electoral college vote and inauguration. Notably, it outlines how the pre-primary period has increased in importance, with front-runners often being determined over a year before the actual primaries begin.
This document provides an executive summary of the "Restoring America's Future" plan from the Bipartisan Policy Center's Debt Reduction Task Force. The plan aims to simultaneously address the challenges of economic recovery and reducing unsustainable government debt. It proposes a one-year payroll tax holiday to boost the economy and job creation, as well as tax reform, spending cuts, and other measures to reduce the debt to sustainable levels and stabilize it below 60% of GDP by 2020. The 19-member bipartisan task force believes this comprehensive plan demonstrates that bipartisan cooperation can develop viable solutions to the nation's most serious fiscal problems.
The Bipartisan Campaign Reform Act of 2002 (BCRA) placed new restrictions on "soft money" donations to political parties and tightened regulation of issue advocacy advertising.
The Minnesota Council of Nonprofits is launching a campaign called "Minnesota Speaks Up" to encourage nonprofits to educate state legislators about their organizations and the impact of their work. With the state facing a large budget deficit, funding for many nonprofit services may be reduced. The campaign provides nonprofits with tools and tips for inviting their state representatives and senators to visit their organizations to share stories and information. It aims to help legislators make informed budget decisions by understanding the role of nonprofits in their communities. Nonprofits are asked to commit to the campaign by mailing back a postcard and speaking with their legislators between early March and mid-May.
The document discusses how racism still exists within the US political system. It argues that the Tea Party emerged in opposition to the first black president and targets policies helping minorities. The Senate is mainly older white men. Talk shows stereotype minority candidates. Everyday Americans and officials think stereotypes are normal, leading to higher minority crime and incarceration rates. The president faces more opposition due to his race. Media spreads biased information affecting votes. Racism judges the president's ideas rather than the ideas themselves.
April is the second of four children who values her close family. She is currently working towards her Elementary Education Degree and previously earned a B.S. in Public Recreation. Some of her hobbies include basketball, volleyball, bible studies, traveling, and working with youth groups. In 10 years, she hopes to be married with children, living in a small Midwest town and still teaching in the school system.
Jing is a free screen recording program that allows users to take screenshots and record videos of their computer screen. It has basic free functions like capturing images and recording videos. More advanced paid features are also available for $14.95. The document provides instructions on how to download, install, and use the basic functions of Jing to take screenshots and record videos for sharing with others.
This document provides an overview of America's two main political parties - the Republican and Democratic parties - as well as some information about third parties. It discusses how political parties help communicate beliefs to the government, educate citizens, and guide voters during elections. The key roles of political parties include allowing large groups of people to have their voices heard, raising and spending money to support candidates, and being active at the federal, state, and local levels of government. Students are encouraged to research the platforms of different parties and determine which ones best align with their own views.
Jason Fossum
Want to know more about how to become involved in your government? This presentation will look at ways you can develop lines of communication with your elected officials on issues that are important to you.
Study Guide for Chapter 9 of "The Struggle for Democracy"mmcroberts
Political parties are organizations that try to win control of government by electing candidates who share their views. The United States has a two-party system where the Democratic and Republican parties compete for power. This system discourages minor parties because elections use a winner-take-all approach in single-member districts. While other democracies use proportional representation to give minor parties more influence, the U.S. system incentivizes voters and parties to focus on the two major parties.
Media 101: Understanding the Tools for Effective Communication, Media Advocac...slecocq
This document provides an overview of media relations and social media strategies for organizations working in tobacco control. It discusses the purpose of engaging media to shape public opinion and influence policymakers. It also outlines best practices for monitoring media coverage, developing clear messaging, and responding to media through letters to the editor or social media posts. Guidelines are provided for writing effective letters to the editor and engaging audiences online through a tobacco control organization's website and social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter.
Stop Funding Abortion using Federal Healthcare Reform dadyrtb
The document is a call to action to contact Senators and House Representatives to oppose the use of federal funding for abortion in healthcare reform legislation. It provides links and sample messages to send emails to Senators from Georgia and House Representatives. It encourages sharing the information widely to help stop government funding of abortion.
The document summarizes a chapter from a political science textbook about political parties. It defines political parties as groups that organize to interact with citizens to remain in power. It describes how parties emerged with the rise of democracy to elect representatives. It outlines different party systems, such as single-party, dominant-party, two-party, and multi-party. While praising the detailed explanations and examples provided, it notes some limitations, such as a focus only on the US and UK systems and outdated citations. Overall, it finds the chapter a good introductory overview of political parties around the world.
CBSE NCERT SOCIAL SCIENCE HISTORY GEOGRAPHY ECONOMICS POLITICAL SCIENCE CLASS 10 CHAPTER political parties components of political parties national and state parties how can political parties are reformed
Political parties are essential for organizing elections and forming governments in a democracy. They reflect societal divisions and allow people to access power through elections by presenting policy platforms. However, political parties face challenges like a lack of internal democracy, dynastic control, and influence of money and muscle power. Reforms are needed to reduce these issues, such as limiting defections, regulating party finances and internal elections, and providing public funding to reduce financial influence. Overall, political parties are a necessary part of democracy but need reforms to strengthen their functioning.
Study Guide for Chapter 10 of "The Struggle for Democracy"mmcroberts
This document discusses different models of how elections can lead to popular control: the prospective voting model, electoral competition model, and retrospective voting model. It also covers key aspects of elections in the US, including low voter turnout due to barriers, complexity, and lack of voter mobilization. Factors like income, education, race, ethnicity, and age affect who votes. Campaigns are expensive and rely on funds from individuals, PACs, 527s, 501s. Voters decide based on social characteristics, party loyalties, and issues. The electoral college system is explained for electing the president.
The document discusses different political party systems including one-party, two-party, and multi-party systems. It provides examples of countries that use each system and notes the pros and cons. It also covers the US political spectrum, differences between political planks and platforms, types of elections, and techniques used in political campaigning and persuasion.
The document outlines the chapters and objectives of a textbook on Congress, including sections on congressional membership, the House of Representatives, the Senate, congressional committees, and staff and support agencies. It provides learning objectives for each chapter section and samples of text and questions that may be included. The purpose is to give an overview of the content and approach that will be taken in the textbook.
There are currently 541 members of Congress. The document provides demographic information about members such as age, gender, religion, and party affiliation. It also provides details about two Senators and one Representative from Texas, as well as information about the Senate and House leadership including the President of the Senate, Speaker of the House, and majority and minority leaders in both chambers. The document concludes with sections on current healthcare reform legislation and issues.
Political parties serve several essential functions in American democracy. The two major parties are the Republicans and Democrats, who dominate elections by nominating candidates and mobilizing supporters around their policy platforms. Minor parties like the Green Party, Libertarian Party, and Communist Party also participate but have less influence as the political system encourages a two-party structure. Each party represents a different ideology and coalition of voters.
This document provides an overview of Organizing for Action's (OFA) issue organizing strategy and chapters/teams structure. It begins with a summary of the legislative process from an idea becoming a bill and becoming law. OFA's goal is to see laws passed that further policies benefitting the country by earning support from lawmakers through grassroots advocacy. The strategy involves volunteers informing their members of Congress of their position, showing community support for legislation, and ensuring public awareness of new laws' benefits. The document then outlines OFA's chapter and team structures for organizing volunteers at a local level to influence members of Congress and advance issues.
The examination will be 1 hour and consist of 100 points worth of questions. Students must answer 5 essay questions from Section A on Politics and Government and 1 question each from Sections B and C. Section D requires answering 2 short questions. Essay questions will be assessed on relevance, knowledge, use of concepts, argument development, and analysis of Philippine politics. The document provides the framework and assessment criteria for the examination.
This document provides an outline of key concepts related to US presidential elections, including primaries, caucuses, and campaign financing. It discusses the multi-stage process of electing the president from pre-primaries over a year before elections to the electoral college vote and inauguration. Notably, it outlines how the pre-primary period has increased in importance, with front-runners often being determined over a year before the actual primaries begin.
This document provides an executive summary of the "Restoring America's Future" plan from the Bipartisan Policy Center's Debt Reduction Task Force. The plan aims to simultaneously address the challenges of economic recovery and reducing unsustainable government debt. It proposes a one-year payroll tax holiday to boost the economy and job creation, as well as tax reform, spending cuts, and other measures to reduce the debt to sustainable levels and stabilize it below 60% of GDP by 2020. The 19-member bipartisan task force believes this comprehensive plan demonstrates that bipartisan cooperation can develop viable solutions to the nation's most serious fiscal problems.
The Bipartisan Campaign Reform Act of 2002 (BCRA) placed new restrictions on "soft money" donations to political parties and tightened regulation of issue advocacy advertising.
The Minnesota Council of Nonprofits is launching a campaign called "Minnesota Speaks Up" to encourage nonprofits to educate state legislators about their organizations and the impact of their work. With the state facing a large budget deficit, funding for many nonprofit services may be reduced. The campaign provides nonprofits with tools and tips for inviting their state representatives and senators to visit their organizations to share stories and information. It aims to help legislators make informed budget decisions by understanding the role of nonprofits in their communities. Nonprofits are asked to commit to the campaign by mailing back a postcard and speaking with their legislators between early March and mid-May.
The document discusses how racism still exists within the US political system. It argues that the Tea Party emerged in opposition to the first black president and targets policies helping minorities. The Senate is mainly older white men. Talk shows stereotype minority candidates. Everyday Americans and officials think stereotypes are normal, leading to higher minority crime and incarceration rates. The president faces more opposition due to his race. Media spreads biased information affecting votes. Racism judges the president's ideas rather than the ideas themselves.
April is the second of four children who values her close family. She is currently working towards her Elementary Education Degree and previously earned a B.S. in Public Recreation. Some of her hobbies include basketball, volleyball, bible studies, traveling, and working with youth groups. In 10 years, she hopes to be married with children, living in a small Midwest town and still teaching in the school system.
Jing is a free screen recording program that allows users to take screenshots and record videos of their computer screen. It has basic free functions like capturing images and recording videos. More advanced paid features are also available for $14.95. The document provides instructions on how to download, install, and use the basic functions of Jing to take screenshots and record videos for sharing with others.
Hiring the perfect candidate for a specific job with a 95% chance of success requires assessing both eligibility and suitability using Harrison Assessments Talent Solutions. The assessment measures 156 traits including paradoxical relationships and has over 20 years of research validating its ability to identify job fit. When eligibility, suitability, and cultural fit are considered, organizations can achieve breakaway success by hiring A+ players and developing high-performing teams through individual and team development.
Hiring the perfect candidate with a 95% chance of success requires assessing both eligibility and suitability using tools like the Harrison Assessments Talent Solutions, which measures 156 traits and 12 paradoxical relationships. Most employees leave not because they can't do the job but because they won't or don't, and suitability determines whether a candidate is a good fit. With a focus on both eligibility and suitability in hiring, as well as individual and team development, organizations can achieve breakaway success.
An invitation into a conversation about breakaway business success, and how your people are at the source of that success, and how to be responsible for those people being their best.
Lighting the Way - The Era of the ARO (European Pharmaceutical Contractor, Au...Cyrus Park
We are entering a new era of the ARO, one that challenges the current paradigm of clinical development and the numerous offerings of CROs. It will not be long before AROs play a more central role in pharmaceutical clinical development plans.
AROs, like Julius Clinical, have evolved over the years, giving rise to various definitions of what an ARO is and what it isn’t. In this opinion piece, published in the European Pharmaceutical Contractor (EPC) magazine, Cyrus Park highlights four common misperceptions about academic research organizations (AROs) and attempts to dispel some of the misconceptions from his own observations. The full article can be read here.
ask an expertwww.NursingMadeIncrediblyEasy.com JanuaryFe.docxrandymartin91030
Nurses should advocate for policy issues by getting involved in lobbying. The American Nurses Association believes it is nurses' responsibility to advocate for patient safety, care standards, and healthy work environments. Nurses can make a difference by participating in professional organizations, staying informed on issues, and contacting legislators. When lobbying, nurses should keep messages short and focused, build relationships with legislative staff, and time requests appropriately in the legislative process.
This document provides guidance for advocating for children's health by becoming a champion for children's health policies. It outlines various ways constituents can effectively communicate with their elected officials, including writing letters, making phone calls, visiting their offices, and using social media. The goal is to educate legislators about policies that support children's healthcare needs and influence them to take actions like voting for bills that improve access and care for children.
This document provides an overview of federal lobbying, including its goals, why it is important, how the legislative process works, and tips for effective lobbying. It discusses influencing members of Congress, understanding relevant laws like the Lobbying Disclosure Act, and permissible political activities for non-profits. It also outlines the authorizing vs appropriations process, legislative timelines, developing relationships with members of Congress, preparing for lobby visits, and following up after meetings. Key resources for research and tracking legislation are also listed.
During this webinar, attendees will learn about:
- Grassroots advocacy
- Engaging political representatives in your city or province
- Getting your issues on the agenda
- Current health policy context in Ottawa & the provinces
Contact information for presenters:
Michael Hatch - mhatch@impactcanada.com
Presented at the annual Health Center Board Member Training, this presentation focuses on the core principles of legislative advocacy as it relates to MPCA and CHCs in Michigan.
The document provides an overview of a Massachusetts Republican Party campaign finance school. It covers various topics related to fundraising, including finance plans, finding donors, direct mail, events, and campaign finance rules. The itinerary includes sessions on major donors, direct mail, fundraising letters, candidate calls, groups/PACs, and a presentation from the Office of Campaign and Political Finance.
The document provides 10 tips for lobbying legislators to preserve historic resources. The tips include doing research on legislators and bills, timing outreach when a bill is being written, making specific requests of legislators' actions, using accurate local examples, establishing ongoing relationships, contacting D.C. and district offices, lobbying at all levels of government, and polishing communications. The overall aims are to influence legislation and decisions benefiting the preservation of historic places.
Here are the key steps in the critical thinking process:
Step 2: Formulate alternative explanations or hypotheses about the
problem. This involves generating multiple possible explanations or
solutions. (moderate cognitive complexity)
Step 3: Gather relevant information to evaluate explanations or
hypotheses. This may involve research, observation, experience or
intuition. (moderate cognitive complexity)
Step 4: Evaluate the quality and relevance of the information
gathered. This determines how well the information supports or
refutes the explanations or hypotheses. (high cognitive complexity)
Step 5: Draw a logical conclusion based on the evaluation. The
conclusion should follow logically from the information gathered
and evaluated. (high cognitive complexity)
The document provides an overview of a presentation on advocacy and community leadership for school boards. It discusses the board's role in advocacy, strategies for influencing state and federal legislatures, developing relationships with other stakeholders, working with the media, and generating public and parental support. Specific tactics covered include scheduling meetings with legislators, testifying at committee hearings, cultivating media relationships, recognizing student and staff successes, and turning employees into advocates for the school system.
Here are the key steps to conducting voter education and get out the vote (GOTV) efforts at health centers in a non-partisan manner:
1. Provide ongoing voter education to registrants and patients via email, text, posters and flyers about upcoming elections, how to vote, early voting options, voter ID requirements, etc.
2. Conduct periodic non-partisan "how to vote" sessions explaining voting procedures and requirements.
3. Remind registrants and patients about upcoming elections and encourage them to vote through phone banks, text banks and social media in the days and weeks leading up to the election.
4. Recruit health center volunteers to help staff phone banks and conduct in-person
Experiencing the weaknesses of the articles of confederationgpowers
The document describes a classroom activity where students role-play as delegates to the Constitutional Convention. The activity involves students being assigned roles of actual delegates, debating proposals for representation in Congress, and working to find compromises. Some key points of debate included whether representation should be based on population, equality of states, or wealth. Students had to work through a process to discuss proposals and vote on a solution to avoid losing points. The activity aimed to experientially teach students about the challenges and compromises faced by actual delegates to the Constitutional Convention.
The document provides an overview of a seminar on effective state government lobbying. It discusses:
1) The seminar covers methods, strategies, and skills for effective lobbying at the state level in legislatures and executive agencies.
2) Key aspects of effective legislative lobbying covered include assessing political strength, building infrastructure, crafting bills, working with staff, using procedures, gaining support, and motivating lawmakers.
3) Effective executive agency lobbying focuses on rulemaking, appeals processes, and technical/expert aspects of influencing agency decisions.
This document discusses strategies for advocating for a responsible federal budget that protects programs for low-income Americans. It recommends organizing meetings with members of Congress during the April recess to voice concerns, drafting a letter from faith leaders in the community, writing letters to the editor, holding prayer vigils, organizing community workshops, issuing action alerts, incorporating the issue into Sunday services, and collecting personal stories. The document provides tips on making these advocacy efforts effective at influencing the budget debate and legislative process.
The document discusses Americans' current attitudes towards Congress, noting that approval ratings for Congress are quite low according to polls. It seems the author thinks Congress is not very effective or representative of the American people given low approval ratings. Overall the passage shows that most Americans are dissatisfied with the job Congress is doing.
Learn about the Utah caucus system and how to become a delegate. Utah delegates make a difference in Utah's current candidate selection process. (2014)
This is a sample presentation created during an internship with the National MS Society, Michigan Chapter. This particular presentation is tailored to those living with MS in Saginaw, MI and aims to increase knowledge of what advocacy is and how to start being an advocate.
The presentation has accompanying instructional handouts.
This document provides an overview of advocacy and lobbying for non-profits. It defines advocacy as supporting or recommending to influence outcomes that affect people's lives, while lobbying specifically aims to influence legislation. It notes that lobbying is a legal and appropriate form of advocacy for non-profits. It offers tips for effective advocacy, including building relationships with legislators over time through open communication and providing needed information.
The 5 essentials of effective legislative advocacy revisedbbMargaret Millner
The document provides guidance on effective legislative advocacy, outlining 5 essentials: 1) be a registered voter, 2) vote in every election, 3) know your elected officials, 4) understand the legislative process, and 5) communicate effectively with legislators. It describes how to register to vote, find your elected representatives, track a bill, and write effective letters or calls to legislators while following dos and don'ts of advocacy. The overall message is that citizens can influence the political process through civic engagement.
Here is Gabe Whitley's response to my defamation lawsuit for him calling me a rapist and perjurer in court documents.
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1. A GUIDE
TO SUPPORT
MAINE’S ADULT DRUG
COURTS
2011
This Guide is designed to assist any citizen of Maine in advocating and
educating our Legislators about the Adult Drug Treatment Courts and
their funding.
2. PROBLEM:
The Governor's budget proposes to cut 4.4 million from OSA's Fund for Healthy Maine budget allocation. This
jeopardizes the federal match in block grant funding leading to a total 6 million dollar OSA budget loss. The Fund for
Health Maine funds a number of programs, specifically ALL Adult Drug Treatment Courts in Maine. If these funds are re-
allocated, ALL Adult Drug Treatment Courts in Maine will be eliminated.
L.R. 2067 An Act Making Unified Appropriations and Allocations for the Expenditures of State Government, General
Fund and Other Funds, and Changing Certain Provisions of the Law Necessary to the Proper Operations of State
Government for the Fiscal Years Ending June 30, 2012 and June 30, 2013
SOLUTION:
Maine’s legislators must be educated on the impact of closing Maine’s Adult Drug Treatment Courts and support the
initial intent of the Fund for A Healthy Maine.
As a citizen of Maine, you can do a number of things to support the cause.
WHAT YOU CAN DO:
1) Contact your local legislators, by mail, phone and email. A sample letter and contact information are contained
in this kit.
2) Get your friends, family and other community members to contact legislators as well.
3) Testify at upcoming legislative hearings. A schedule and testimony material are enclosed.
4) Participate in field work to get the message out. Raise awareness in your community by conducting events,
petitions for signatures, provide announcements at meetings, etc.
3. Contacting Legislators:
• Call your Legislators.
• Here is a possible script that you can use when calling an your legislature. Phone numbers can be found
through the links below:
o “Hello Senator or Representative, my name is ____ and I’m a resident of ____. I’m calling because the
Governor's budget proposes to cut 4.4 million from OSA's Fund for Healthy Maine budget allocation.
This jeopardizes the federal match in block grant funding leading to a total 6 million dollar OSA budget
loss. The Fund for A Healthy Maine funds a number of programs, specifically ALL Adult Drug Treatment
Courts in Maine. If these funds are re-allocated, ALL Adult Drug Treatment Courts in Maine will be
eliminated. Tell them why you support Maine’s Drug Courts. Thank you for taking the time to listen to
my concerns. Be sure to leave your contact information.
• Write a Letter
o The sample letter has accurate and updated information which is important for all Legislators to know.
Although personal letters are fine, it is important for Legislators to get the same message from
everyone.
o Develop your own letter using the guide below:
A Letter Writer's Guide
“Your senator and representative want to hear from you – it's
the only way they can represent you effectively. Take the time
to write them and you just might be surprised at the results. If
you prefer, you may send an email ."
Letters to legislators are one of the primary forms of constituent contact. And every letter counts – so follow
these simple and time-tested guidelines and have an influence on the legislative process by voicing your ideas
to the people who represent you:
1. Use clean, white 8½ by 11 paper.
2. Be sure your exact return address is on the letter as well as the envelope. (Envelopes sometimes get
thrown away before the letter is answered). Follow the format of a business letter, remembering to
include the date.
3. Try to keep the letter to a page or less. It takes extra effort to condense your thoughts into a single
page, but it's worth it if you want your letter to be read.
4. 4. Identify your subject clearly. If writing about a bill, use the Legislative Document (LD)
number. (If you're not sure of the number, call Legislative Information at 287-1692).
L.R. 2067 An Act Making Unified Appropriations and Allocations for the Expenditures of State Government,
General Fund and Other Funds, and Changing Certain Provisions of the Law Necessary to the Proper Operations
of State Government for the Fiscal Years Ending June 30, 2012 and June 30, 2013
5. State your reason for writing. Explain how the issue would affect your community. Try to be objective
and specific, and back your position with reliable facts and figures. Clearly state whether you are FOR or
AGAINST the bill or any of its features. You may think that the facts speak for themselves but the
legislator may be less familiar with the subject than you.
6. Your own words will make the crucial difference. Avoid stereotyped phrases and sentences that give the
appearance of “form” letters. They tend to identify your message as part of an organized pressure
campaign – and produce little or no impact. Don't repeat slogans or phrases from a newsletter or form
letter.
7. Even if your position is inspired by a group to which you belong, write your letter in your own words – it
will be much more influential than the words prepared by an organization.
8. Be reasonable. That is, don't ask the impossible, don't threaten or demand, and don't make disparaging
remarks – doing so will not help your cause.
9. Ask your legislator to state his or her position on the issues in reply. As a constituent, you're entitled to
know.
10. Consider the timing of your letter. Writing while a bill is still in committee is the most effective time to
influence your legislator. Your senator and representative can usually be more responsive to your appeal
at that time rather than when the bill has been approved by the committee. Of course, this is not always
the case. Sometimes your legislator may reserve judgment until the sentiment of his or her constituency
has crystallized.
11. Thank your legislator if he or she pleases you with a vote on an issue. Everybody appreciates a
complimentary letter – and remembers it. On the other hand, if a vote is contrary to your position, don't
hesitate to let him or her know (in a courteous way). That will be remembered, too.
12. If extending an invitation or requesting a meeting, suggest a time and date, or several dates, for the
visit. Be flexible and accommodating.
13. Remember that courtesy is appreciated at all times. You are trying to inform your legislator about the
impact of the proposed legislation, and he or she will appreciate your help.
14. Address your letter and envelope clearly and correctly.
Sen. John J. Jones Rep. Mary J. Jones
3 State House Station 2 State House Station
Augusta , ME 04333 Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Senator Jones: Dear Representative Jones:
15. At the end of your letter, write your signature over your typed name after the closing:
Sincerely, Very truly yours,
Mary Ellen Smith Bruce White
5. • Contact List
o The contact list contains all legislators in Maine, as well as Committee Members and Associations.
Additional contact information can be found on the web:
http://www.maine.gov/portal/government/edemocracy/lookup_voter_info.php
o For questions regarding the budget, please contact Guy Cousins, Director of Maine’s Office of Substance
Abuse in an email titled “Budget Questions”.
Guy.cousins@maine.gov
o Focus on members of the following committees considering this issue:
Joint Standing Committee on Health and Human Services
• Senator Earle L. McCormick (R-Kennebec), Chair
• Senator Nichi S. Farnham (R-Penobscot)
• Senator Margaret M. Craven (D-Androscoggin)
• Representative Meredith N. Strang Burgess (R-Cumberland), Chair
• Representative Leslie T. Fossel (R-Alna)
• Representative Richard S. Malaby (R-Hancock)
• Representative Beth A. O'Connor (R-Berwick)
• Representative Deborah J. Sanderson (R-Chelsea)
• Representative Heather W. Sirocki (R-Scarborough)
• Representative Mark W. Eves (D-North Berwick)*
• Representative Matthew J. Peterson (D-Rumford)
• Representative Linda F. Sanborn (D-Gorham)
• Representative Peter C. Stuckey (D-Portland)
Joint Standing Committee on Appropriations and Financial Affairs
• Senator Richard W. Rosen (R-Hancock), Chair
• Senator Roger J. Katz (R-Kennebec)
• Senator Dawn Hill (D-York)
• Representative Patrick S. A. Flood (R-Winthrop), Chair
• Representative Tom J. Winsor (R-Norway)
• Representative Kathleen D. Chase (R-Wells)
• Representative Tyler Clark (R-Easton)
• Representative Kenneth Wade Fredette (R-Newport)
• Representative Dennis L. Keschl (R-Belgrade)
• Representative Margaret R. Rotundo (D-Lewiston)*
• Representative John L. Martin (D-Eagle Lake)
• Representative David C. Webster (D-Freeport)
6. • Representative Sara R. Stevens (D-Bangor)
Joint Standing Committee on Criminal Justice and Public Safety
• Senator Garrett Paul Mason (R-Androscoggin), Chair
• Senator Rodney L. Whittemore (R-Somerset)
• Senator Stan Gerzofsky (D-Cumberland)
• Representative Gary E. Plummer (R-Windham), Chair
• Representative David C. Burns (R-Whiting)
• Representative Ricky D. Long (R-Sherman)
• Representative Susan E. Morissette (R-Winslow)
• Representative Deborah J. Sanderson (R-Chelsea)
• Representative Anne M. Haskell (D-Portland)*
• Representative Stephen P. Hanley (D-Gardiner)
• Representative Michel A. Lajoie (D-Lewiston)
• Representative Anna D. Blodgett (D-Augusta)
• Representative Michael H. Clarke (D-Bath)
Getting the Community Involved:
• Distribute this kit to everyone who is interested in supporting Maine’s Adult Drug Treatment Court and ask them
to get involved.
Testimony: 10:00 a.m. on March 11, 2011 at the State House in Augusta
• Any citizen of Maine has the right to be heard on issues by way of testimony in front of legislative committees
and at hearings.
• A schedule of upcoming hearings can be found on the web:
http://www.maine.gov/legis/senate/Documents/hearing/ANPHFrame.htm
http://www.maine.gov/legis/ofpr/appropriations_committee/schedule_agendas/biennial_PH_schedule.htm
• Information regarding Testimony on March 11, 2011:
o L.R. 2067 An Act Making Unified Appropriations and Allocations for the Expenditures of State
Government, General Fund and Other Funds, and Changing Certain Provisions of the Law Necessary to
the Proper Operations of State Government for the Fiscal Years Ending June 30, 2012 and June 30, 2013
o Registering to testify will be by numbers assigned on a first come first serve basis on the day of the
hearing at which one wants to testify
o Oral testimony is limited to no more than 3 minutes per individual
o Each person testifying must provide the Committee with 20 copies of her/his written testimony
o First sentence should introduce yourself and tell where you are from.
• When you arrive at the State House:
o Arrive at the State House early to register to testify.
o The Hearings will be held in Room 228 at the State House at 10:00a.m.
7. • Public Hearing Procedures:
o Speaking Order:
At the beginning of each hearing, the presiding committee chair will call the public hearing to
order and announce the bill to be heard. The legislator who sponsored the bill will introduce
the bill, after which, the presiding chair will ask if any other cosponsors wish to testify. Once
sponsors and cosponsors have had the opportunity to speak, public testimony is invited.
Generally, the public may present testimony in one of three categories in the following order:
those favoring the bill, those against the bill, and those neither for nor against the bill but who
wish to offer information about the bill.
o NOTE:
The committee may be hearing several bills during a public hearing. Generally the bills are
heard in the order in which they are advertised. However, the schedule is subject to change and
the length of the hearing on most bills is difficult to predict.
o Your Turn At The Podium:
When it is your turn to testify, advance to the podium and sign in. Address the committee as
follows: "Senator Smith, Representative Jones and members of the committee." Introduce
yourself, indicate who you represent and whether you support the bill, oppose it or are offering
suggestions to improve it, and then explain your reasoning. If other speakers have already
made your point, let the committee know that you agree with the previous remarks of other
speakers, but try to avoid repeating the testimony of previous speakers. When you finish,
remain at the podium for a moment, in case committee members want to ask you questions.
o Comings and Goings:
Many hearings last throughout the day, and many legislators are members of more than one
committee. Legislators may need to leave and re-enter the room if they are scheduled to be at
a public hearing or work session in another committee. However, they will receive any written
information, which is a good reason to provide written testimony.
o Decorum in Committee Proceedings:
Please direct your comments to the committee, not to the audience, and give your courteous
attention to other speakers, regardless of their views. Don't applaud or indicate pleasure or
displeasure with anyone's remarks.
Only members of the committee may ask questions of persons who testify.
o Work Sessions:
After the public hearing, a work session is scheduled at which committee members discuss the
bill and decide whether to recommend its passage. The public may speak at a work session only
if a committee member requests further public input and the presiding chair grants permission.
Work sessions on a bill are generally held on a day other than the day of the public hearing.
Participate in Field Work:
• Get the word out by sending this tool kit to your family, friends and other members of the community, including
the press.
• If you participate in a community organization, ask to present this information to the group.
• Utilizing the resource links below, learn more about how you can help save Maine’s Adult Drug Courts.
8. Resource Links:
• Maine’s Adult Drug Treatment Courts -
http://www.courts.state.me.us/maine_courts/specialized/drug/adults.html
• Maine’s Office of Substance Abuse - http://www.maine.gov/dhhs/osa/
• Maine Alliance to Prevent Substance Abuse -
http://www.masap.org/site/documents/ADVOCACY_TOOLKIT_Final.pdf
• National Association of Drug Court Professionals - http://www.nadcp.org/nadcp-home/
• National Drug Court Institute - http://www.ndci.org/ndci-home/
DIRECTIONS TO THE STATE HOUSE
210 State Street, Augusta
• From the South (Brunswick, Portland and beyond):
Head northeast on Interstate 95. Take exit #109 (Augusta/Winthrop). Once on the ramp, veer
to the right, which will put you on Western Avenue (Route 202). Stay in the right lane. Go
through four sets of lights and take a right onto Sewall Street at the 5th set of lights, just
before Dunkin Donuts (this will place you at the upper right corner of the map below) or
continue to the Rotary and take Route 201 South (this will place you at the lower right
corner of the map below).
• From the North (Waterville, Bangor and beyond):
Head southwest on Interstate 95. Take exit #109b (Augusta), then follow the instructions
above.
• From the West (Lewiston and beyond):
Take Route 202 to Augusta where it becomes Western Avenue. After you pass over
Interstate 95, follow the instructions above.
• From mid-coast Maine (Rockland, Camden, Belfast):
Head west on Route 17 or Route 3. After crossing the Kennebec River take Route 201 South
at the Rotary (this will place you at the lower right corner of the map below).
• The map below shows parking lots in gray - please note that some lots (usually A, B and part
of C) are reserved for Legislative Parking when the Legislature is in session, and others have
parking for a limited time only. There is free all-day parking in the parking garage shown
near the upper right corner of the map.
• As shown on the map, there is a bus loading and unloading zone near the public entrance to
the State House. After unloading passengers, please move all buses to the bus parking area at
the end of Lot #O, past the Firefighters' Memorial. If that area is full, there's an overflow lot
down the hill past the Public Utilities Building.
9.
10. (Return address)
(Date)
(Re: L.R. 2067 An Act Making Unified Appropriations and Allocations for the Expenditures of State Government, General Fund
and Other Funds, and Changing Certain Provisions of the Law Necessary to the Proper Operations of State Government for the Fiscal
Years Ending June 30, 2012 and June 30, 2013)
Dear Senator/Representative ___________,
The Governor’s proposed biennial budget for the Office of the Substance Abuse and Judicial Branch seeks to defund the Fund For A
Healthy Maine. This Fund supports the existence of Maine’s statewide Adult Drug Courts. In the absence of a new funding source,
this action will eliminate these invaluable Courts.
Maine has six Adult Drug Courts located in York, Cumberland, Androscoggin, Hancock, Penobscot, and Washington Counties. There
are more than 2,400 drug courts in the United States. Drug courts are one of the most researched, effective, and validated
interventions in the criminal justice arena for the treatment of non-violent defendants addicted to alcohol and/or other drugs.
An Adult Drug Court is a strictly supervised, court-mandated docket that holds offenders accountable and reduces criminal recidivism
and substance abuse among selected adult defendants by focusing on rehabilitation instead of incarceration. Defendants plead guilty
to enter drug court in exchange for treatment, frequent, random, and observed drug testing, and intensive supervision and monitoring
for at least one year. Any violations are dealt with by the court swiftly and effectively by a multidisciplinary team led by a judge.
q In December 2007, the Office of Substance Abuse documented the enormous cost of substance abuse
in Maine and reported that it had increased by 45% from $618 million in the year 2000 to $898.4
million in 2005. The category with the highest cost was crime.
q Today, Maine leads the country in opiate prescription drug abuse per capita, which accounts for much
of the state’s crime.
q Drug courts are highly cost-effective through avoiding incarceration costs, reduced crime, enhanced
public safety, and recovery from substance abuse. Drug courts help offenders return to the work force,
pay taxes, and support their families.
q During this time, 1,025 men and women participated in Maine’s drug courts and achieved an average graduation rate of
62.2%, which exceeds the national graduation rate of 48%.
q Drug courts reduce recidivism. The one-year post graduation re-arrest rate in Maine is 16.5%
compared to the 33.1% rate found among traditionally adjudicated defendants.
Drug courts provide clients with the skills and accountability needed to maintain recovery after graduation so that they will become
responsible and productive members of our community. Drug courts are the key ingredient to a healthier and safer Maine for all its
citizens.
Respectfully Submitted,
(signature)
(name and town of residence)
11. E-Mail Addresses for House Members
Many Representatives may not have much time to check their e-mail, so the fastest way to reach your representative is usually by
telephone:
Clerk's Office in-state toll-free TTY
(207) 287-1400 (800) 423-2900 (207) 287-4469
If you are having trouble getting a message to your Representative, please check out our Hints for Sending E-Mail to the
Legislature for solutions to common problems. If that doesn't provide a solution, please
contactwebmaster_house@legislature.maine.gov. Thank you.
Following are e-mail addresses for those members who have them. Many of them are home addresses. Please keep in mind that
members may not receive these messages immediately. If time is crucial, please use the phone numbers above.
Please note that it takes time to activate State House E-Mail Addresses.
If you are having a problem with an address, please let us know.
We can also forward a message to an individual member when the House is in session.
Just send the message to
webmaster_house@legislature.maine.gov
With a Subject Line of "Message for Rep. " and the member's name.
A-B-C-D-E-F-G-H-I-J-K-L
M-N-O-P-R-S-T-V-W
-A- State House E-
Mail: RepPaul.Bennett@legislature.maine.gov
Ayotte, Bernard L. A. (R-Caswell)
State House E- Berry, Seth A. (D-Bowdoinham)
Mail: RepBernard.Ayotte@legislature.maine.gov Home E-Mail: seth@sethberry.org
State House E-
-B- Mail: RepSeth.Berry@legislature.maine.gov
Beaulieu, Michael G. (R-Auburn) Bickford, Bruce A. (R-Auburn)
Home E-Mail: mike@mikeformaine.org Home E-Mail: bick0585@aol.com
State House E- State House E-
Mail: RepMike.Beaulieu@legislature.maine.gov Mail: RepBruce.Bickford@legislature.maine.gov
Beavers, Roberta B. (D-South Berwick) Black, Russell J. (R-Wilton)
Home E-Mail: rbbeavers@comcast.net Home E-Mail: russellblack@juno.com
State House E-
Mail: RepBobbi.Beavers@legislature.maine.gov Blodgett, Anna D. (D-Augusta)
Home E-Mail: annadblodgett@yahoo.com
Beck, Henry E. M. (D-Waterville) State House E-
Home E-Mail: henry.beck@gmail.com Mail: RepAnna.Blodgett@legislature.maine.gov
State House E-
Mail: RepHenry.Beck@legislature.maine.gov Boland, Andrea M. (D-Sanford)
Home E-Mail: sixwings@metrocast.net
Beliveau, Devin M. (D-Kittery) State House E-
State House E- Mail: RepAndrea.Boland@legislature.maine.gov
Mail: RepDevin.Beliveau@legislature.maine.gov
Bolduc, Brian D. (D-Auburn)
Bennett, Paul Edward (R-Kennebunk) Home E-Mail: bolduc74@yahoo.com
Home E-Mail: bennettco2000@hotmail.com
12. Briggs, Sheryl J. (D-Mexico) Clark, Herbert E. (D-Millinocket)
Home E-Mail: sheryljbriggs@gmail.com Home E-Mail: clarkhe@beeline-online.net
State House E- State House E-
Mail: RepSheryl.Briggs@legislature.maine.gov Mail: RepHerbert.Clark@legislature.maine.gov
Bryant, Mark E. (D-Windham) Clark, Tyler (R-Easton)
Home E-Mail: RepMarkBryant@yahoo.com Home E-Mail: tyleraclark@msn.com
State House E- State House E-
Mail: RepMark.Bryant@legislature.maine.gov Mail: RepTyler.Clark@legislature.maine.gov
Burns, David C. (R-Whiting) Clarke, Michael H. (D-Bath)
Home E-Mail: dburnsinv@midmaine.com Home E-Mail: HL7mike@gwi.net
State House E- State House E-
Mail: RepDavid.Burns@legislature.maine.gov Mail: RepMike.Clarke@legislature.maine.gov
Burns, David R. (R-Alfred) Cornell du Houx, Alexander (D-Brunswick)
Home E-Mail: dburnsy12@gmail.com Home E-Mail: acornell@alexcornell.org
State House E- State House E-
Mail: RepDavid.R.Burns@legislature.maine.gov Mail: RepAlex.Cornell@legislature.maine.gov
-C- Cotta, H. David (R-China)
Home E-Mail: cotta@fairpoint.net
Cain, Emily Ann (D-Orono) State House E-
Home E-Mail: emily.cain@gmail.com Mail: RepDavid.Cotta@legislature.maine.gov
State House E-
Mail: RepEmily.Cain@legislature.maine.gov Crafts, Dale J. (R-Lisbon)
Home E-Mail: dalecrafts@aol.com
Carey, Michael E. (D-Lewiston) State House E-
State House E- Mail: RepDale.Crafts@legislature.maine.gov
Mail: RepMichael.Carey@legislature.maine.gov
Cray, Dean A. (R-Palmyra)
Casavant, Alan M. (D-Biddeford) Home E-Mail: dacray@msn.com
Home E-Mail: acasavant@maine.rr.com State House E-
State House E- Mail: RepDean.Cray@legislature.maine.gov
Mail: RepAlan.Casavant@legislature.maine.gov
Crockett, Jarrod S. (R-Bethel)
Cebra, Richard M. (R-Naples) Home E-Mail: jarrodscrockett@gmail.com
State House E- State House E-
Mail: RepRich.Cebra@legislature.maine.gov Mail: RepJarrod.Crockett@legislature.maine.gov
Celli, Michael (R-Brewer) Curtis, Philip A. (R-Madison)
Home E-Mail: texn77@aol.com Home E-Mail: pdcurtis2@hotmail.com
State House E- State House E-
Mail: RepMichael.Celli@legislature.maine.gov Mail: RepPhilip.Curtis@legislature.maine.gov
Chapman, Ralph (D-Brooksville) Cushing, Andre E., III (R-Hampden)
Home E-Mail: chapmanHD37@gmail.com Home E-Mail: andre@andrecushing.com
State House E- Alternate E-Mail: mainehousewhip@gmail.com
Mail: RepRalph.Chapman@legislature.maine.gov State House E-
Mail: RepAndre.Cushing@legislature.maine.gov
Chase, Kathleen D. (R-Wells)
Home E-Mail: kathydhchase@hotmail.com -D-
State House E-
Mail: RepKathleen.Chase@legislature.maine.gov Damon, Douglas K. (R-Bangor)
Home E-Mail: cdicemom@aol.com
Chipman, Benjamin M. (U-Portland) Alternate E-Mail: dougdamon@LIVE.com
Home E-Mail: votechipman@gmail.com
State House E- Davis, Paul T., Sr. (R-Sangerville)
Mail: RepBen.Chipman@legislature.maine.gov Home E-Mail: RepDavis@midmaine.com
13. Dill, Cynthia A. (D-Cape Elizabeth) Flemings, Elspeth M. (D-Bar Harbor)
Home E-Mail: dillesquire@aol.com Home E-Mail: elsie.flemings@gmail.com
State House E- State House E-
Mail: RepCynthia.Dill@legislature.maine.gov Mail: RepElsie.Flemings@legislature.maine.gov
Dill, James F. (D-Old Town) Flood, Patrick S. A. (R-Winthrop)
Home E-Mail: jdill@umext.maine.edu Home E-Mail: patricksaflood@roadrunner.com
State House E- State House E-
Mail: RepJim.Dill@legislature.maine.gov Mail: RepPatrick.Flood@legislature.maine.gov
Dion, Mark N. (D-Portland) Fossel, Leslie T. (R-Alna)
Home E-Mail: mndion@msn.com Home E-Mail: fossel@oldhouserestoration.com
State House E- State House E-
Mail: RepMark.Dion@legislature.maine.gov Mail: RepLes.Fossel@legislature.maine.gov
Dow, Dana L. (R-Waldoboro) Foster, Karen D. (R-Augusta)
Home E-Mail: danadow2050@yahoo.com Home E-Mail: kdfoster@roadrunner.com
State House E-
Driscoll, Timothy E. (D-Westbrook) Mail: RepKaren.Foster@legislature.maine.gov
Home E-Mail: tdrisco1@maine.rr.com
State House E- Fredette, Kenneth Wade (R-Newport)
Mail: RepTimothy.Driscoll@legislature.maine.gov Home E-Mail: fredlaw@myfairpoint.net
Alternate E-Mail: kenneth.fredette@post.harvard.edu
Duchesne, Robert S. (D-Hudson)
Home E-Mail: duchesne@midmaine.com -G-
Dunphy, Larry C. (R-Embden) Gifford, Jeffery Allen (R-Lincoln)
Home E-Mail: skime2@roadrunner.com Home E-Mail: jeffery.gifford@gmail.com
State House E-
-E- Mail: RepJeffery.Gifford@legislature.maine.gov
Eberle, Jane E. (D-South Portland) Gilbert, Paul E. (D-Jay)
Home E-Mail: eberleja@earthlink.net Home E-Mail: pegilbert@hotmail.com
State House E- State House E-
Mail: RepJane.Eberle@legislature.maine.gov Mail: RepPaul.Gilbert@legislature.maine.gov
Edgecomb, Peter E. (R-Caribou) Gillway, James S. (R-Searsport)
Home E-Mail: pedgecom@maine.rr.com Home E-Mail: jgillway@yahoo.com
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Mail: RepPeter.Edgecomb@legislature.maine.gov Mail: RepJames.Gillway@legislature.maine.gov
Espling, Eleanor M. (R-New Gloucester) Goode, Adam A. (D-Bangor)
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Mail: RepEllie.Espling@legislature.maine.gov Mail: RepAdam.Goode@legislature.maine.gov
Eves, Mark W. (D-North Berwick) Graham, Anne P. (D-North Yarmouth)
Home E-Mail: markweves@yahoo.com Home E-Mail: apg1@maine.rr.com
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Mail: RepMark.Eves@legislature.maine.gov Mail: RepAnne.Graham@legislature.maine.gov
-F- Guerin, Stacey K. (R-Glenburn)
Home E-Mail: repguerin@gmail.com
Fitts, Stacey Allen (R-Pittsfield) State House E-
State House E- Mail: RepStacey.Guerin@legislature.maine.gov
Mail: RepStacey.Fitts@legislature.maine.gov
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Fitzpatrick, Joyce A. (R-Houlton)
State House E- Hamper, James M. (R-Oxford)
Mail: RepJoyce.Fitzpatrick@legislature.maine.gov Home E-Mail: rep.hamp@yahoo.com
14. State House E- Johnson, David D. (R-Eddington)
Mail: RepJames.Hamper@legislature.maine.gov Alternate E-Mail: djhouse20@gmail.com
Hanley, Stephen P. (D-Gardiner) Johnson, Peter B. (R-Greenville)
Home E-Mail: lincoln67@myfairpoint.net Home E-Mail: rumridge27@gmail.com
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Mail: RepStephen.Hanley@legislature.maine.gov Mail: RepPete.Johnson@legislature.maine.gov
Harlow, Denise Patricia (D-Portland) -K-
Home E-Mail: deniseharlow@hotmail.com
State House E- Kaenrath, Bryan T. (D-South Portland)
Mail: RepDenise.Harlow@legislature.maine.gov Home E-Mail: kaenrath@gmail.com
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Harmon, R. Ryan (R-Palermo) Mail: RepBryan.Kaenrath@legislature.maine.gov
Home E-Mail: ryan.harmon82@yahoo.com
State House E- Kent, Peter S. (D-Woolwich)
Mail: RepRyan.Harmon@legislature.maine.gov Home E-Mail: pskentz5@hotmail.com
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Harvell, Lance Evans (R-Farmington) Mail: RepPeter.Kent@legislature.maine.gov
Home E-Mail: lanceharvell@hotmail.com
Keschl, Dennis L. (R-Belgrade)
Haskell, Anne M. (D-Portland) Home E-Mail: keschl@yahoo.com
Home E-Mail: annehask@maine.rr.com State House E-
State House E- Mail: RepDennis.Keschl@legislature.maine.gov
Mail: RepAnne.Haskell@legislature.maine.gov
Knapp, Jane S. (R-Gorham)
Hayes, Teresea (D-Buckfield) Home E-Mail: knappjanes09@gmail.com
Home E-Mail: terry@megalink.net State House E-
State House E- Mail: RepJane.Knapp@legislature.maine.gov
Mail: RepTerry.Hayes@legislature.maine.gov
Knight, L. Gary (R-Livermore Falls)
Herbig, Erin D. (D-Belfast) Home E-Mail: LGary.Knight@usa.net
Home E-Mail: erinherbig@gmail.com State House E-
State House E- Mail: RepGary.Knight@legislature.maine.gov
Mail: RepErin.Herbig@legislature.maine.gov
Kruger, Charles B. (D-Thomaston)
Hinck, Jon (D-Portland) Home E-Mail: cbkruger@myfairpoint.net
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Mail: RepJon.Hinck@legislature.maine.gov Mail: RepChuck.Kruger@legislature.maine.gov
Hogan, George (D-Old Orchard Beach) Kumiega, Walter A., III (D-Deer Isle)
State House E- Home E-Mail: wkumiega36@gmail.com
Mail: RepGeorge.Hogan@legislature.maine.gov State House E-
Mail: RepWalter.Kumiega@legislature.maine.gov
Hunt, Robert B. (D-Buxton)
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Mail: RepRob.Hunt@legislature.maine.gov Lajoie, Michel A. (D-Lewiston)
Home E-Mail: lajoie1@midmaine.com
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Mail: RepMichel.Lajoie@legislature.maine.gov
Innes, Melissa Walsh (D-Yarmouth)
Home E-Mail: melissawalshinnes@gmail.com Libby, Aaron F. (R-Waterboro)
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Mail: RepMelissa.Innes@legislature.maine.gov Mail: RepAaron.Libby@legislature.maine.gov
-J- Long, Ricky D. (R-Sherman)
Home E-Mail: rdl_chief@yahoo.com
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Mail: RepRick.Long@legislature.maine.gov Mail: RepJon.McKane@legislature.maine.gov
Longstaff, Thomas R. W. (D-Waterville) McLeod, Everett W., Sr. (R-Lee)
Home E-Mail: thomas.longstaff@gmail.com Home E-Mail: emcleod@fairpoint.net
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Mail: RepThomas.Longstaff@legislature.maine.gov Mail: RepEverett.McLeod@legislature.maine.gov
Lovejoy, Stephen D. (D-Portland) Mitchell, Wayne T. (Penobscot Nation)
Home E-Mail: steve.lovejoy@myfairpoint.net Home E-Mail: waymitch10@hotmail.com
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Luchini, Louis J. (D-Ellsworth) Mail: Wayne.Mitchell@penobscotnation.org
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Mail: RepLouis.Luchini@legislature.maine.gov Mail: RepWayne.Mitchell@legislature.maine.gov
-M- Morissette, Susan E. (R-Winslow)
Home E-Mail: morissette2010@gmail.com
MacDonald, W. Bruce (D-Boothbay) Alternate E-Mail: Susan@SusanMorissette.com
Home E-Mail: bmacdon@roadrunner.com State House E-
State House E- Mail: RepSusan.Morissette@legislature.maine.gov
Mail: RepBruce.MacDonald@legislature.maine.gov
Morrison, Terry K. (D-South Portland)
Maker, Joyce A. (R-Calais) Home E-Mail: tmorrison16@msn.com
Home E-Mail: gjmaker@gmail.com
State House E- Moulton, Bradley S. (R-York)
Mail: RepJoyce.Maker@legislature.maine.gov Home E-Mail: bsm149@localnet.com
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Malaby, Richard S. (R-Hancock) Mail: RepBrad.Moulton@legislature.maine.gov
Home E-Mail: info@crockerhouse.com
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Mail: RepRichard.Malaby@legislature.maine.gov
Nass, Joan M. (R-Acton)
Maloney, Maeghan (D-Augusta) State House E-
Home E-Mail: maeghanformaine@gmail.com Mail: RepJoan.Nass@legislature.maine.gov
Martin, John L. (D-Eagle Lake) Nelson, Mary Pennell (D-Falmouth)
State House E- Home E-Mail: mpn3@maine.rr.com
Mail: RepJohn.Martin@legislature.maine.gov State House E-
Mail: RepMary.Nelson@legislature.maine.gov
Mazurek, Edward J. (D-Rockland)
Home E-Mail: EdMazurek1@aol.com Newendyke, Melvin (R-Litchfield)
State House E- Home E-Mail: mln@fairpoint.net
Mail: RepEd.Mazurek@legislature.maine.gov State House E-
Mail: RepMel.Newendyke@legislature.maine.gov
McCabe, Jeff M. (D-Skowhegan)
Home E-Mail: jeffmccabe4me@gmail.com Nutting, Robert W. (R-Oakland)
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McClellan, Michael D. (R-Raymond) Mail: RepRobert.Nutting@legislature.maine.gov
Home E-Mail: mmcclell@maine.rr.com
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Mail: RepMichael.McClellan@legislature.maine.gov
O'Brien, Andrew R. (D-Lincolnville)
McFadden, Howard E. (R-Dennysville) Home E-Mail: aobrien2008@gmail.com
Home E-Mail: mcfaddenh@roadrunner.com State House E-
State House E- Mail: RepAndrew.O'Brien@legislature.maine.gov
Mail: RepHoward.McFadden@legislature.maine.gov
O'Connor, Beth A. (R-Berwick)
McKane, Jonathan B. (R-Newcastle) Home E-Mail: libertymom1@msn.com
Home E-Mail: Jon@JonMcKane.com
16. State House E- Richardson, David E. (R-Carmel)
Mail: RepBeth.OConnor@legislature.maine.gov Home E-Mail: richardsond@hermon.net
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Olsen, Kimberly N. (R-Phippsburg) Mail: RepDavid.Richardson@legislature.maine.gov
Home E-Mail: kimolsendistrict64@hotmail.com
State House E- Richardson, Wesley E. (R-Warren)
Mail: RepKim.Olsen@legislature.maine.gov Home E-Mail: wes893@aol.com
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Parker, James W. (R-Veazie) Rioux, Peter B. (R-Winterport)
Home E-Mail: jparker339@roadrunner.com Home E-Mail: riouxrep@aol.com
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Mail: RepJim.Parker@legislature.maine.gov Mail: RepPeter.Rioux@legislature.maine.gov
Parry, Wayne R. (R-Arundel) Rochelo, Megan M. (D-Biddeford)
State House E- Home E-Mail: megan.rochelo@gmail.com
Mail: RepWayne.Parry@legislature.maine.gov State House E-
Mail: RepMegan.Rochelo@legislature.maine.gov
Peoples, Ann E. (D-Westbrook)
Home E-Mail: annpeoples116@msn.com Rosen, Kimberley C. (R-Bucksport)
State House E- Home E-Mail: Kurlykim40@aol.com
Mail: RepAnn.Peoples@legislature.maine.gov State House E-
Mail: RepKimberley.Rosen@legislature.maine.gov
Peterson, Matthew J. (D-Rumford)
Home E-Mail: petersonhouse08@gmail.com Rotundo, Margaret R. (D-Lewiston)
Home E-Mail: mrotundo@bates.edu
Picchiotti, John J. (R-Fairfield)
Home E-Mail: jjpicc@gmail.com Russell, Diane (D-Portland)
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Mail: RepJohn.Picchiotti@legislature.maine.gov Mail: RepDiane.Russell@legislature.maine.gov
Pilon, Donald E. (D-Saco) -S-
Home E-Mail: dpilon@maine.rr.com
State House E- Sanborn, Linda F. (D-Gorham)
Mail: RepDon.Pilon@legislature.maine.gov Home E-Mail: lindafsanborn@gmail.com
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Plummer, Gary E. (R-Windham) Mail: RepLinda.Sanborn@legislature.maine.gov
Home E-Mail: geplummer@aol.com
State House E- Sanderson, Deborah J. (R-Chelsea)
Mail: RepG.Plummer@legislature.maine.gov Home E-Mail: deb.sanderson@hotmail.com
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Prescott, Kerri L. (R-Topsham) Mail: RepDeb.Sanderson@legislature.maine.gov
Home E-Mail: kerrilprescott@gmail.com
Alternate E-Mail: Sarty, Ralph W., Jr. (R-Denmark)
Home E-Mail: rwsarty@fairpoint.net
Priest, Charles R. (D-Brunswick) State House E-
Home E-Mail: cpriest1@comcast.net Mail: RepRalph.Sarty@legislature.maine.gov
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Mail: RepCharles.Priest@legislature.maine.gov Shaw, Michael A. (D-Standish)
Home E-Mail: utumike@aol.com
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Mail: RepMike.Shaw@legislature.maine.gov
Rankin, Helen (D-Hiram)
Home E-Mail: rankin8076@roadrunner.com Sirocki, Heather W. (R-Scarborough)
State House E- Home E-Mail: hsirocki@maine.rr.com
Mail: RepHelen.Rankin@legislature.maine.gov State House E-
Mail: RepHeather.Sirocki@legislature.maine.gov
17. Soctomah, Madonna M. (Passamaquoddy Tribe) Volk, Amy Fern (R-Scarborough)
Home E-Mail: Sipayik@midmaine.com Home E-Mail: avolk@volkboxes.com
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Mail: RepMadonna.Soctomah@legislature.maine.gov Mail: RepAmy.Volk@legislature.maine.gov
Stevens, Sara R. (D-Bangor) -W-
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Mail: RepSara.Stevens@legislature.maine.gov Wagner, Richard V. (D-Lewiston)
Home E-Mail: rwagner@bates.edu
Strang Burgess, Meredith N. (R-Cumberland) State House E-
Home E-Mail: meredith@burgessadv.com Mail: RepRichard.Wagner@legislature.maine.gov
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Mail: RepMeredith.StrangBurgess@legislature.maine Waterhouse, G. Paul (R-Bridgton)
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Mail: RepPaul.Waterhouse@legislature.maine.gov
Stuckey, Peter C. (D-Portland)
Home E-Mail: pstuckey114@yahoo.com Weaver, Windol C. (R-York)
State House E- Home E-Mail: wcw63@aol.com
Mail: RepPeter.Stuckey@legislature.maine.gov State House E-
Mail: RepWindol.Weaver@legislature.maine.gov
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Webster, David C. (D-Freeport)
Theriault, Charles Kenneth (D-Madawaska) Home E-Mail: dcwebster@comcast.net
Home E-Mail: kent23@myfairpoint.net State House E-
Alternate E-Mail: charlesken23@gmail.com Mail: RepDavid.Webster@legislature.maine.gov
State House E-
Mail: RepCharlesK.Theriault@legislature.maine.gov Welsh, Joan W. (D-Rockport)
Home E-Mail: joanwelsh08@gmail.com
Tilton, Dianne C. (R-Harrington) State House E-
Home E-Mail: dtilton@maineline.net Mail: RepJoan.Welsh@legislature.maine.gov
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Mail: RepDianne.Tilton@legislature.maine.gov Willette, Alexander Reginald (R-Mapleton)
Home E-Mail: alexander.willette@gmail.com
Timberlake, Jeffrey L. (R-Turner) State House E-
Home E-Mail: jtimberlake_us@yahoo.com Mail: RepAlexander.Willette@legislature.maine.gov
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Mail: RepJeffrey.Timberlake@legislature.maine.gov Willette, Michael J. (R-Presque Isle)
Home E-Mail: mikeblackbear@gmail.com
Treat, Sharon Anglin (D-Hallowell)
State House E- Winsor, Tom J. (R-Norway)
Mail: RepSharon.Treat@legislature.maine.gov Home E-Mail: twinsor@megalink.net
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Tuttle, John L., Jr. (D-Sanford) Mail: RepTom.Winsor@legislature.maine.gov
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Mail: RepJohn.Tuttle@legislature.maine.gov Wintle, Frederick L. (R-Garland)
Home E-Mail: fwintle@gmail.com
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Mail: RepFred.Wintle@legislature.maine.gov
Valentino, Linda M. (D-Saco)
Home E-Mail: lmvalentino54@yahoo.com Wood, Stephen J. (R-Sabattus)
State House E- Alternate E-Mail: Woodysnavy@gmail.com
Mail: RepLinda.Valentino@legislature.maine.gov State House E-
Mail: RepSteve.Wood@legislature.maine.gov