Tuesday, May 31, 2016

Have your moment with President Obama



Here's your chance for your moment with President Obama.

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Monday, May 30, 2016

You could meet President Obama



Your summer to-do list: 1) Eat ice cream, 2) Soak up the sun.

3) Get out on the water, 4) Meet the President. (You're on your own for the first 3.) Enter OFA's contest today, and get a chance to meet President Obama in Washington, D.C. Add your name.


















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Saturday, May 28, 2016

News you can share: Senator Hatch's Supreme Court misfire, new climate change analysis, and more

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Diane, you're one of the best messengers we've got in this movement. Here's some recommended reading that's easy to share.

Ginsburg: Having only 8 justices hamstrings Supreme Court
Associated Press // Michael Virtanen


Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg said Thursday that having only eight high court justices isn't good, resulting in some 4-4 splits this year that denied litigants an opinion. That that means no precedents are set and essentially a Supreme Court review has been denied, Ginsburg told a gathering of court officials in upstate New York.

GOP Senator Says He Was Unmoved By Meeting With Merrick Garland Before Meeting Actually Happens
Huffington Post // Cristian Farias and Sam Stein


Sen. Orrin Hatch (R-Utah) said in an op-ed published early Thursday morning that a meeting with Merrick Garland hadn't persuaded him that Garland should be confirmed to the Supreme Court, despite the long history that the two men share. The meeting, however, had not actually taken place yet.

GOP Congressman: 'I've Never Thought' It Was A Good Idea To Block Obama's SCOTUS Pick
Huffington Post // Jennifer Bendery


Another Republican lawmaker is breaking from his party and urging the Senate to vote on President Barack Obama's Supreme Court nominee. Rep. Daniel Donovan (R-N.Y.) said Monday that the the failure of GOP leaders to even give Merrick Garland a hearing, never mind a vote, is the kind of thing that makes Americans cynical about politics. "I've never thought that was a good idea," Donovan told reporters at an an event in Staten Island, New York.

A Drumbeat of Multiple Shootings, but America Isn't Listening
New York Times // Sharon Lafraniere, Daniela Porat, and Agustin Armendariz


In some cities, law enforcement officials say a growing share of shootings involve more than one victim, possibly driven by increased violence between street gangs. But data are scarce. Seeking deeper insight into the phenomenon, The New York Times identified and analyzed these 358 shootings with four or more casualties, drawing on two databases assembled from news reports and citizen contributors, and then verifying details with law enforcement agencies.

Our Most Iconic Places Are Under Dire Threat From Climate Change
Huffington Post // Nick Visser


Dozens of the Earth's most cherished World Heritage sites are under dire threat from climate change -- and some may be damaged beyond saving, warns a report UNESCO released Thursday. The agency, alongside the Union of Concerned Scientists and the United Nations Environment Program, analyzed 31 natural and cultural World Heritage sites in 29 countries on six continent. The areas range from America's celebrated Yellowstone National Park and Venice's iconic Lagoon to the Galapagos Islands in Ecuador and the Ilulissat Icefjord in Denmark, all of which could be damaged by an onslaught of climate-related effects.

5 Reasons the New Methane Standards Matter
Huffington Post // Rosaly Byrd and Lauren DeMates


With the new methane standards announced by President Obama in the middle of May, the U.S. moves further towards regulating the largely unchecked natural gas industry. The standards will cut methane emissions from new and modified extraction sites from the oil and gas sector -- in particular from hydraulic fracturing or fracking sites that extract natural gas.

Survey: Obamacare Customers Satisfied With Coverage
Morning Consult // Mary Ellen McIntire


The percentage of Obamacare customers who say they are "very satisfied" with their health insurance coverage rose after the third open enrollment period, which ended in 2016, according to a survey released today by the Commonwealth Fund.







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Friday, May 27, 2016

Some tips from President Obama:

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Diane --

This movement started with millions of people -- just like you -- who wanted to make a difference in their communities. They channelled that change-making desire into real action by organizing for everything from affordable health care to marriage equality.

And you know who shares that kind of passion? President Obama -- the Organizer-in-Chief.

Get a chance to meet President Obama at OFA's event in Washington, D.C. -- enter today.

I think it's a safe bet that he's got some tips for even the most seasoned organizer, so here is your chance to learn directly from one of the best, and to talk about how you're thankful for what this movement has accomplished.

As your summer calendar starts to fill up, make sure to pencil in talking shop with the President.

Don't miss your chance, enter today:

https://my.barackobama.com/You-Could-Meet-The-President

Thanks,

Ashley

Ashley Pinedo-Carlson
National Training Director
Organizing for Action

















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Thursday, May 26, 2016

What it's like to meet President Obama

Organizing for Action
Diane --

I won't lie -- I was pretty nervous before I met President Obama. I'd been an active OFA supporter for a long time, but nothing could have prepared me for shaking hands with the Organizer-in-Chief.

His warmth and friendliness were incredible. He actively believes in the work OFA volunteers do, and you can tell by the way he wants to know about it that he's proud of all we've accomplished. But mostly, I remember feeling so lucky to have the opportunity to share a moment with the President.

I want you to have that feeling too. If you enter OFA's contest to meet the President right now, you could have the chance to tell him what you're thankful for this summer.

Add your name now for the chance to meet President Obama at OFA's event in Washington, D.C.

Think about it: This is your chance to shake his hand -- or maybe even get a hug. At the very least, you'll probably come away with some great selfie material.

You'll also get the chance to reflect on which of this movement's accomplishments means the most to you with the man who helped make a lot of it happen.

Trust me -- you don't want to miss this. Enter now:

https://my.barackobama.com/Shake-His-Hand

Thanks,

Trina

Trina Longacre
OFA Chapter Volunteer, North Carolina
















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Wednesday, May 25, 2016

Hold it together - you could meet President Obama



This is it.

A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet President Obama.

Don't miss this. Enter now.




















No purchase, payment, pledge, or contribution necessary to enter to win. Void where prohibited. Entries must be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on June 1, 2016. You may enter by sharing which part of the movement you're most thankful for here. Alternatively, visit here to enter. One Grand Prize winner will receive the following prize package: round trip tickets for winner and one guest from within the fifty United States, the District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico to Washington, D.C.; two night's hotel accommodations for winner and one guest; the opportunity to meet President Obama (approximate retail value of Grand Prize: $2,500.00). Odds of winning depend on number of eligible entries received. Promotion open to all U.S. citizens, or lawful permanent U.S. residents who are legal residents of the 50 United States, District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico, and 18 or older (or of majority under applicable law). All prizes awarded. Promotion subject to Official Rules and additional restrictions on eligibility. Sponsor: Organizing for Action, P.O. Box 618120, Chicago, IL 60661.

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Tuesday, May 24, 2016

I'll call you, maybe?

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Diane --

I have a confession: I'm a millennial and I use my phone for nearly everything -- just not usually for phone calls. (I know -- I'm a walking stereotype.)

But it's part of my job at OFA to share the big news when someone wins a contest, so I have to brush up on my conversation skills before the contest ends.

People don't always believe me at first -- I've been accused of being a prank caller. But I promise: The opportunity to meet President Obama is as real as it gets.

Add your name now to enter for a chance for you and a friend to meet President Obama at OFA's event in Washington, D.C., this summer.

This movement, led by President Obama and organizers like you, has made monumental progress, including health care reform, marriage equality, and huge steps in the fight against climate change. Now is your chance to tell the Commander-in-Chief -- in person -- which piece of that progress means the most to you.

I can't wait to call you with the good news. Don't let this opportunity pass you by -- enter today to win:

https://my.barackobama.com/Enter-Today

Talk soon?

Abigail

Abigail Boyle
Content Producer
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Monday, May 23, 2016

Re: I want to meet you



Diane --

President Obama had a message for OFA supporters over the weekend, and I want to make sure you hear from him. Check out what he had to say below.

Getting to meet the President at OFA's event in Washington, D.C., over the summer is a big deal. Enter today:

https://my.barackobama.com/Enter-For-Your-Chance

Thanks,

Traci

Traci Wile
Director of Community Programs
Organizing for Action

---- ORIGINAL MESSAGE ----

Diane --

If the past seven years have confirmed anything, it's that real, lasting change doesn't happen as the result of one person's actions -- it takes all of us working together and speaking up. When communities unite -- when folks stand with their neighbors and make their voices heard -- the results are pretty incredible.

I'm thankful for all we've accomplished together -- for how you've faced down the cynicism, and kept up the fight for change. The progress we've made on everything from climate change to job growth is worth celebrating. I hope you're thankful too -- and I want to hear from you.

Add your name now and you'll be automatically entered to meet me at OFA's event in Washington, D.C., this summer.

One of the best parts of my job is getting to talk with people like you, folks who do the hard work of active citizenship -- knocking on doors and having important conversations with friends about the issues that matter to all of us. Those actions add up, and taken together, they're how we make change.

Reflecting on all we've achieved together is important. Looking back in gratitude helps us move forward -- and there's plenty of work ahead.

Calling your senator and speaking up is a great opportunity to make your voice heard on this issue. We can't back down now.

I hope we get the chance to meet this summer in Washington, D.C.:

https://my.barackobama.com/Enter-For-Your-Chance

Thanks,

Barack Obama

















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Saturday, May 21, 2016

News you can share: solar power is saving lives, new overtime rules, and a "judicial emergency"

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Diane, you're one of the best messengers we've got in this movement. Here's some recommended reading that's easy to share.

Solar power is already saving lives in the US. Here's how.
Vox // David Roberts


It's worth stepping back occasionally and reminding ourselves of the original and still greatest benefit of solar: namely, that it displaces fossil fuel electricity. And burning fossil fuels to create electricity kills people, so displacing fossil fuel power directly saves lives. Now a new study has taken a crack at quantifying the doesn't-kill-people benefits of US solar.

President Obama to Finalize Overhaul of Overtime Rule, Boosting Pay for 4.2M Workers
ABC News // John Parkinson


The Obama administration is moving to finalize changes to double the salary threshold of workers entitled to overtime wages. The Department of Labor is set to settle its overtime protections for workers on Wednesday, extending overtime to an estimated 4.2 million additional workers who are not currently eligible under federal law. The administration expects the action to increase wages for workers by $12 billion over the next decade.

Overtime pay: What you need to know about the new rule
USA Today // Paul Davidson


The Labor Department on Wednesday finalized a new rule that's expected to make an additional 4.2 million salaried workers eligible for overtime pay. The rule, intended to boost low and middle-income wages that largely have stagnated, takes effect December 1. Economics reporter Paul Davidson's provides answers to some common questions.

Obamacare brings record low for US health uninsured rate
CNBC // Dan Mangan


How low can Obamacare go? Fewer than 1 in 10 Americans lacked health insurance in 2015, the first time ever in the nation's history that the uninsured rate has fallen so low, and a clear sign of Obamacare's impact. The U.S. uninsurance rate fell to 9.1 percent last year, according to data released Tuesday by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

April breaks global temperature record, marking seven months of new highs
The Guardian // Michael Slezak


Last month was the hottest April on record globally - and the seventh month in a row to have broken global temperature records. The latest figures smashed the previous record for April by the largest margin ever recorded. It makes three months in a row that the monthly record has been broken by the largest margin ever, and seven months in a row that are at least 1C above the 1951-80 mean for that month. When the string of record-smashing months started in February, scientists began talking about a "climate emergency".

It's Not Just Merrick Garland: Republicans Are Blocking So Many Nominees It's Caused a Judicial Emergency
The Daily Beast // Jay Michaelson


The judicial confirmation rate under the Republican-controlled Senate is less than half of what it was when Democrats held power under George W. Bush. There are so few judges that it's hurting the country. It's not just Merrick Garland--this Senate isn't confirming anybody.







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