A Letter From George Robison, Chair of the 26th LD Democrats

Dear Fellow Democrat:

“Build and maintain an effective local Democratic organization to:  1. Recruit, support, and elect candidates who share our principles.” “Perform the functions assigned to Elected and Appointed PCOs as set forth in the Charter and Bylaws of the WSDCC and State law.” These are excerpts from the Bylaws of the 26^th LD Dems, Article Two.

“Nominate and assist in the election of Democratic candidates at all levels who support the goals of the Party.” “Work with the elected Democratic public officials at all levels to achieve the goals of the Democratic Party.” These are excerpts from Article 1 of the Charter of the Democratic Party of the State of Washington.

It seems that some members of the 26^th Legislative District Democrats have either forgotten or have chosen to ignore the purpose for the existence of a political party. The purpose ultimately is to elect Democratic candidates chosen by the method prescribed by law and rules for selecting candidates. In our case, as to the state legislature, through individuals voluntarily stepping forward and then achieving a position in the top two following a primary election or federal office candidates selected in a primary or national convention.

We have our candidates and it is time for all Democrats to pull together to achieve the goal of electing each of them. We currently have an excellent opportunity to elect Democrats up and down the ballot and that opportunity is lost when there are members urging voters not to vote for our Democratic candidates. Republicans have a presidential candidate who is not popular and not supported by many prominent Republicans, including their own candidate for Governor and some members of Congress. We need to build on the opportunity and not throw it away.

Join the Democratic Party by supporting Democratic candidates up and down the ballot. Help doorbell, phone bank, provide financial support and in any other way available to you. Urge Democrats to vote and vote for Democrats. Remember, the first rule of governing is to win elections because to lose means that you sit on the sidelines urging others to take action. We know that the other party will not act to support the Democratic values that we cherish.

Sincerely,

George Robison

TOGETHER
We Can Build An America That Works For All Of Us

Our ideals of freedom and justice are crumbling under the weight of powerful interests with their own self-serving objectives and a “you’re on your own” mentality for the rest of us. These interests threaten our families, our communities and our values.

But it doesn’t have to be this way.

We can work together in the 26th Legislative District to:

BUILD a strong economy from the middle class out (not “trickle-down”), where middle class families with money in their pockets create a stronger America.

STAND UP for strong communities. Every family has a right to clean air and drinking water, good food, health, and a safe place to call home.

RESPECT the inherent dignity and equality of every human being regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, income, or sexual orientation.

INVEST in strong public schools to open the doors to decent jobs, a secure retirement, and ladders of opportunity for all our children to succeed.

PROTECT our children, seniors, and veterans. Make sure they are defended and supported, not left to fend for themselves.

26th Legislative Democrats