Despite many examples of employers failing to provide adequate workplace safety protocols during the pandemic, Republicans are not advocating for improved worker protection. Instead, they are pushing to lessen legal accountability for companies. What happened to Of  the People, By the People, For the People?

Grim Reaper McConnell has declared that the Heroes Act just passed by the House will not pass the Senate unless it includes immunity from lawsuits for companies whose workers fall ill or die from COVID-19. Shielding companies from legal liability has long been a goal of the GOP, and they are using the cover of the pandemic to push their agenda. We the People stand to “Just Say NO!”

OSHA established emergency standards during the H1N1 outbreak. Under Trump’s mis-administration, it has not. Instead, along with the CDC, OSHA has issued only voluntary guidelines. not even requiring businesses to report the number of workers stricken with COVID-19. The CDC’s new guidelines state that essential workers who have been exposed but are still asymptomatic can be FORCED TO WORK. We the People stand to “Just Say NO!”

 

Protect the People!

Hold Business Accountable!

Save American Democracy FOR THE PEOPLE!

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**ACTION TWO: CALL COMPLICIT GREG WALDEN**

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Non-ORD2 Indivisible Sponsored Ongoing Event: Oregon Health Authority Coronavirus Update Zoom Conference Calls
May 29, 12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Ongoing every Monday, Wednesday and Friday
#MyORHealth  Support is available for Oregon’s “helpers”

Lines for Life has created a Virtual Wellness Room to offer support to helpers, mental health professionals, first responders, social workers and anyone considered an essential worker during the COVID-19 pandemic in Oregon. Each check-in call will have a facilitator to guide the conversation.

“We at Lines for Life want to thank you for all the work you do to keep our communities safe,” the organization said. “We are offering a place for helpers to exchange stories of hope and areas of need. We especially want to hear what things are coming up for you personally and explore how we can cheer one another on to continue the good work you are already doing. We ultimately want to create space to breathe out stress and breathe in hope.”

The meetings are held using Zoom conference calls from 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at this link: https://zoom.us/j/4848426773. Please share this invite with anyone in your network of Oregon helpers.

Ongoing Action: ORD2 Indivisible Virtual Postcard and Letter Writing Parties

Postcards to Voters:

Our postcard team is temporarily suspending the delivery of postcards to your door. However, the good news is that you will find everything you need to continue writing from home (including templates to print your own or purchase pre-printed cards) here: https://postcardstovoters.org

You can sign up through https://postcardstovoters.org/volunteer/

To avoid unnecessary trips to the post office, order stamps directly from the USPS:
https://store.usps.com/store/product/buy-stamps/coral-reefs-postcard-stamp-S_745104

…and voila, you’re ready to go! Send an e-mail to with any questions.