While our Local maintains a policy of no endorsements, we do put out the literature that is supplied by the Grand Lodge, and AFL-CIO organizations. Our endorsement procedures are handled by our delegates to the Labor Councils in our area and to the Oregon AFL-CIO they know and see the published voting records, the issues in detail etc. and participate in the endorsing procedure. What we as a Local wants, is for every member to be a registered voter, for every member to participate and for some of our members to get involved and run for some of these positions. We also encourage participation in the MNPL Machinists Non-Partisan Political League. This is the Political arm of the Machinists Union. Voluntary Donations, fund raisers etc. NO dues dollars are used. We want our members educated on the issues. Are you ready? Are you prepared?


 

AUGUST IS FOR ACTIVISTS

PERFECT (VOTING) ATTENDANCE
How often does your Representative vote on the bills up for a vote? Check this list to see their voting attendance record.

YOUR IDEA: PULL TROOPS FROM IRAQ AND PUT THEM ON OUR BORDERS
While Congress is in recess, we will focus on the issues YOU want to see Congress address. This week's proposal is from Laurel, MD who suggests we pull troops out of all foreign wars, such as Iraq and place them on the borders here to halt illegal immigration. Write Congress and Pres. Bush to tell them if you agree or not by selecting your view.
- 77% Support - Bring Home The Troops to Guard Our Borders
- 23% Oppose - Bring Home The Troops to Guard Our Borders
See more Action Alerts on Immigration and Defense.
Submit Your Own Idea or Issue and we will put the best up here for a vote.

SPOTLIGHT ON PRIVACY
By 4 to 1 people support the idea of a constitutional right to privacy. See the faces and read the opinions of some of those who expressed their views. Select a picture to read the letter. Share your views I Support OR I Oppose. You can submit your photo and a little bit about yourself with the "See Me" option when you write any message to your elected officials.
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SHARE YOUR VIEWS OF PRESIDENT BUSH: Add your commentary on Pres. Bush's performance on his biography page. When people go to write him a message they will see your comments. See what people are saying about him now.

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• Thank You! - VA
• Against Stop-Loss Provision - NY
• I Can Help You Help America. - NY
• Stay on the Ballot As an Independent - CA
• Support for Israel Resolution - Oppose - TX

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Issues Raised by Groups & Organizations
• Stop Federal Overspending Now - Americans for Tax Reform
• Army Extends Cutbacks - Urge Congress Not to Slash Funding - Military.com
• Reduce Oil Dependence Now - Support Higher Fuel Economy, Alternative Fuels - Republicans for Environmental Protection
• Tell Senate to Support U.S. Oil Exploration - Conservative Alerts
• Help Ensure the Arts Are Strengthened in No Child Left Behind - Americans for the Arts

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