279 Days
Until the November 3rd Election
WHY WE VOTE:
TO ELECT A PRESIDENT WHO DOESN’T THREATEN, INCITE, OR CONDONE VIOLENCE
Trump ordered, “Take her out” directed at Ambassador Yovanovitch and tweeted, “He has not paid the price, yet” about Representative Schiff. Trump has a history of calling for violence against politicians, journalists, and protesters who do not support him, and of looking the other way when his supporters commit violence. His insulting name-calling is also aggression, especially when directed against women, People of Color, Muslims and Jews. Other Trump Republicans, like Mike Pompeo, also threaten and demean reporters and colleagues who challenge them.
We need a president and cabinet members who do not threaten, incite, or condone violence, and we need a Senate that will uphold the Constitution. To get there, we must increase voter turn-out and protect our elections.
We demand that the House investigate Trump’s threats against Yovanovitch and Schiff, and that they draft additional articles of impeachment if that’s what the evidence supports. The House should also conduct on-going investigations into threats to our elections.
NOTE: If you have a Twitter account, take advantage of Senator Merkley’s request for questions that he might add to his list for Trump’s trial.
Start Working on GETTING THE VOTE OUT!
WE the PEOPLE Must Drive Change from the GRASSROOTS!
If not now, WHEN? If not us, WHO?
**ACTION ONE: CALL OUR SENATORS**
SAMPLE SCRIPT FOR SENATORS MERKLEY AND WYDEN:
“My name is [–] and I’m a constituent from [town/city], Oregon [zip code]. I am calling today. . .
. . . to thank the Senator for speaking out for a fair impeachment trial in the Senate. Please ask him to continue to:
- Speak out against Trump’s threats of physical harm to diplomats, members of congress, and the press;
- Push for legislation and oversight to ensure the security of our voting machines and elections.
Thank you.”
SENATOR JEFF MERKLEY
Portland: (503) 326-3386, DC: (202) 224-3753
Salem: (503) 362-8102, Eugene: (541) 465-6750
Medford: (541) 608-9102, Bend: (541) 318-1298
Pendleton: (541) 278-1129
https://www.merkley.senate.gov/contact/
SENATOR RON WYDEN
Portland: (503) 326-7525, DC: (202) 224-5244
Salem: (503) 589-4555, Eugene: (541) 431-0229
Medford: (541) 858-5122, Bend: (541) 330-9142
La Grande: (541) 960-7691
https://www.wyden.senate.gov/contact/
**ACTION TWO: CALL COMPLICIT GREG WALDEN**
SAMPLE SCRIPT FOR WALDEN:
“My name is [–] and I’m a constituent from [town/city], Oregon [zip code]. I am calling today . . .
. . . because I find Trump’s treats, like those aimed at Ambassador Yovanovitch and Congressman Adam Schiff, to be utterly contemptible and unbecoming the office of the President. I hope Greg Walden agrees. I am also still very worried about the safety of our elections, and believe there are more Articles of Impeachment to be written. Please tell Greg that I want him to:
- Speak out against Trump’s threats of physical harm to diplomats, members of congress, and the press;
- Insist on investigation of the information that has emerged since the 2 Articles of Impeachment were passed;
- Push for legislation and oversight to ensure the security of our voting machines and elections.
Even after announcing his retirement, Greg continues to signal his full support for trumpism, regardless of how much damage Trump is doing to our democracy and to world stability. Know that we are still here and will continue working to flip ORD2 Blue in 2020.
Thank you.”
COMPLICIT GREG WALDENDC (202) 225-6730, Medford: (541) 776-4646
Bend (541) 389-4408, La Grande (541) 624-2400
https://walden.house.gov/contact-greg/email-me
**ACTION THREE: BE AN ACTIVIST**
Visit the ORD2 Indivisible Event Calendar on a regular basis to keep updated on local activities. Participate with us as often as you can. We also encourage you to submit events to be added to the ORD2 Indivisible Event Calendar and help us keep current with our event postings. https://ord2indivisible.org/submit-your-event/
Non-ORD2 Indivisible Sponsored Event: Town Hall With Oregon State Representative Pam Marsh – Ashland
February 1 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
https://ord2indivisible.org/event/non-ord2-indivisible-sponsored-event-town-hall-with-oregon-state-representative-pam-marsh-ashland/
Postcards For The Planet – Medford
February 1 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
https://ord2indivisible.org/event/postcards-for-planet-medford/
Non-ORD2 Indivisible Sponsored Event: Siskiyou FilmFest – Grants Pass
February 9 @ 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm
https://ord2indivisible.org/event/non-ord2-indivisible-sponsored-event-siskiyou-filmfest-grants-pass/
ORD2 Indivisible General Meeting – Phoenix
February 10 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
https://ord2indivisible.org/event/ord2-indivisible-general-meeting-phoenix-5/
Non-ORD2 Indivisible Sponsored Event: Oregon Climate Emergency Day of Action – Salem
February 11 @ 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
https://ord2indivisible.org/event/non-ord2-indivisible-sponsored-event-oregon-climate-emergency-day-of-action-salem/
ORD2 Indivisible 2020 Fundraising Campaign
As we approach what will be the most important election of our lifetimes, ORD2 Indivisible wants to be in a secure financial position to help engage as many voters in our district in the election process as possible. To accomplish this goal we are conducting the ORD2 Indivisible 2020 fundraising campaign. Click on the image below to donate.
To make a donation by check, please make the check payable to ORD2 Indivisible and mail to:
ORD2 Indivisible
P.O. Box 1242, Phoenix, OR 97535
ORD2 Indivisible is partnering with Jobs With Justice Southern Oregon and Washington Federal Bank to gather warm adult clothing for the homeless. We are also asking for tarps, throw blankets and sleeping bags.
Please donate generously!
SOURCES:
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/01/24/us/politics/trump-recording-yovanovitch.html
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/01/26/us/politics/trump-bolton-book-ukraine.html
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EPFXsPuX4AER8FW.jpg
https://www.businessinsider.com/mike-pompeo-curses-npr-host-tense-interview-ukraine-marie-yovanovich-2020-1?op=1
https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/pompeo-boots-npr-reporter-trip-after-ukraine-dustup-n1124326
https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/trump-impeachment-inquiry/live-blog/live-trump-impeachment-senate-trial-coverage-n1119061/ncrd1122506
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/impeachment-trial-adam-schiff-ukraine-nsa-cia-intelligence-agencies-withholding-information/
https://www.vox.com/policy-and-politics/2020/1/26/21082416/impeachment-adam-schiff-trump-twitter-paid-price