CALL TO ACTION #877: Federal Aid for Those Hardest Hit by CV-19, ORD2 Indivisible Events Update (March 12, 2020)
236 Days
Until the November 3rd Election
FEDERAL AID FOR THOSE HARDEST HIT BY CV-19
The coronavirus outbreak has the potential to wipe our more people financially than it will infect. Today 40% of Americans don’t have enough savings to cover a $400 emergency. Millions more are one paycheck away from catastrophe. Knowing these stark facts, House Democrats are voting today on an aid plan that will provide working people and small businesses:
- paid sick leave
- expanded unemployment benefits
- rental, federal mortgage and student loan payment assistance
- expanded nutrition assistance programs
- reimbursement for all health costs not covered by health plans
- free coronavirus testing
- protections against price gouging for essentials
Their proposal also aids small businesses, child-care centers, schools, and public transit; makes new protective equipment rules for front-line workers and increases the capacity to treat coronavirus patients.
Much must be done in the coming months to soften the financial blow from this pandemic. Much of it should be done by the government, whose job it is to respond to a natural catastrophe. The market place isn’t going to make sure that everyone is safe or made whole.
Congress needs to do its job and make the government work for all people in the country.
**ACTION ONE: CALL OUR U.S. SENATORS**
SAMPLE SCRIPTS FOR SENATORS MERKLEY AND WYDEN:
“My name is [–] and I’m a constituent from [town/city], Oregon [zip code]. I am calling today because:
I strongly support the House Democrats’ plans to cushion the financial blow caused by the coronavirus pandemic. The government’s job is to protect us in times of crisis and to make sure that everyone is safe. Let our government work for all Americans, not just the wealthy few.
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:
Greg Walden must support the House Democrats’ plans to cushion the financial blow caused by the coronavirus pandemic. The government’s job is to protect us in times of crisis and to make sure that everyone is safe. Let our government work for all Americans, not just the wealthy few.
Greg’s vote today on this critical, life-saving legislation is yet another historic milestone in his life, career and legacy. Tell him to DO WHAT IS BEST FOR HIS CONSTITUENTS, FOR THE PEOPLE OF OREGON DISTRICT 2, FOR THE NATION AND WORLD.
Where is Greg Walden when we really need him?
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**
Most upcoming events, including all ORD2 Indivisible sponsored events, are being canceled at this time in order to minimize public gatherings. We anticipate rescheduling several events in the near future and will provide updates in the daily Call to Action and on the ORD2 Indivisible website event calendar.
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: End of Session Town Hall with Jeff Golden and Pam Marsh – Ashland
March 13 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pmThis event has been canceled.
https://ord2indivisible.org/event/non-ord2-indivisible-sponsored-event-end-of-session-town-hall-with-jeff-golden-and-pam-marsh-ashland/
U.S. Senator Ron Wyden Baker County Town Hall, Baker City
This event has been canceled.
March 14 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
https://ord2indivisible.org/event/u-s-senator-ron-wyden-baker-county-town-hall-baker-city/
U.S. Senator Ron Wyden Union County Town Hall – La Grande
March 14 @ 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
This event has been canceled.
https://ord2indivisible.org/event/u-s-senator-ron-wyden-union-county-town-hall-la-grande/
Flash Mob Dance Rehearsals for “Break the Chain” for the Women’s March Southern Oregon – Central Point
While the Women’s March has been postponed until this fall, the next dance rehearsal will still take place.
March 15 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
CONFIRMATION OF EVENT PENDING.
https://ord2indivisible.org/event/flash-mob-dance-rehearsals-for-break-the-chain-for-the-womens-march-southern-oregon-on-march-29-central-point/
U.S. Senator Ron Wyden Gilliam County Town Hall – Condon
March 15 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
This event has been canceled.
https://ord2indivisible.org/event/u-s-senator-ron-wyden-gilliam-county-town-hall-condon/
VOTER ISSUES PROJECT ROLLOUT & PIZZA PARTY – TALENT
March 16 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pmThis event has been canceled. Stay tuned for future updates.
https://ord2indivisible.org/event/voter-issues-project-rollout-pizza-party-talent/
Non-ORD2 Indivisible Sponsored Event: ÚNETE / LOCAL Meet and Chat – Medford
March 17 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pmThis event has been canceled.
https://ord2indivisible.org/event/non-ord2-indivisible-sponsored-event-unete-local-meet-and-chat-medford/
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.
