While it can certainly be argued that Pennsylvania Democratic gubernatorial candidate Dan Onorato hasn't always been ultra gay friendly, he has become way more progressive on LGBT issues -- and more importantly -- hasn't backpedaled since winning the Democratic primary.
So, it should come as no surprise to those paying attention that Dan has received the endorsement of the Steel City Stonewall Democrats (especially no surprise considering the alternative is Tom Corbett -- a man who wants to amend the Pennsylvania Constitution to define marriage as being between a man and a woman, opposes domestic partner benefits, and opposes strengthening PA's anti-discrimination law to include sexual orientation and gender identity).
Steel-City urges you to sign up to join the Onorato campaign here.
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March 24, 2010
Digging deeper into Onorato's LGBT voting record
When Sue of Pittsburgh Lesbian Correspondents wrote a guest post last week about PA gubernatorial candidate Dan Onorato's voting record on LGBT issues at The Pennsylvania Progressive she thought that Onorato had never actually cast a vote on LGBT issues.
But she's dug a little deeper and discovered that's not actually the case.
Turns out that Danny Boy voted against domestic partner benefits in 1999 as a City Councilman.
Moreover, in 1998 he was the sole nay vote to adding gender identity and expression to a City human relations ordinance.
You can read it all here.
NOTE: Steel City Stonewall Democrats will hold their endorsement vote this Sunday. Details here. You can join the group on Sunday -- you do not need to be gay to join; good allies are welcome -- and vote that same day (as I will for Joe Hoeffel and Joe Sestak).
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April 16, 2009
EVENTS!
April 16, 2009
Susan Banahasky for Magistrate Benefit
Host: Banahasky for District Magistrate
Date: Thursday, April 16, 2009
Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: Coca Cafe
Street: 3811 Butler Street
City/Town: Pittsburgh, PA 15201
Description:
Lawrenceville, Polish Hill & Bloomfield for Banahasky. Please join us in support of Susan Banahasky Candidate for District Magistrate. Suggested Contribution: $25, $50, $100. Please join us for drinks and appetizers @ Coca Café. Please RSVP to Aaron Sukenik at aaron@susanformagistrate.com or (412) 452-8823. Checks Made Payable to: Friends for Susan Banahasky. This is Susan's only fundraising event. If you can't make it, please contribute @ http://susanformagistrate.com/donate
April 17th, 2009
Carmen Robinson Appearance
Date: Friday, April 17, 2009
Time: 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Sisters Beauty Supply
Street: 100 5th Ave
City/Town: Downtown Pittsburgh, PA
Description:
Carmen Robinson for Mayor. Public Appearance. http://carmenformayor.com/
April 19, 2009
McGough4Judge "30 Day Rally to Win" with Lenora Nemetz & Billy Price
Host: Hugh McGough
Date: Sunday, April 19, 2009
Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Pgh Center for the Arts (Shadyside)
Street: 5th & Shady Aves
City/Town: Pittsburgh, PA
Description:
The McGough for Judge Committee Invites You To A "30 Day Rally to Win" @ Pittsburgh Center for the Arts in Shadyside. Special Musical Appearances by Lenora Nemetz & Billy Price. RSVP: Campaign@mcgough4judge.com or 412-441-7677. In this last month, we need to hit the streets, get on the phones and help Hugh spread his message of integrity, ability, experience and excellence to the voters of Allegheny County. But before we put on our running shoes, we want to gather together, celebrate and show our support for Hugh. There will be refreshments, incredible music, and of course, the best candidate for Judge of the Court of Common Pleas, Hugh Fitzpatrick McGough. http://www.mcgough4judge.com/
April 20, 2009
Steel-City Stonewall Democrats Mayoral Debate Party
Host: Steel-City Stonewall Democrats
Date: Monday, April 20, 2009
Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Location: There Video Lounge
Street: 931 Liberty Ave.
City/Town: Pittsburgh, PA
Description:
The April 15th KDKA Mayoral Debate has been canceled. So, we will be moving the Debate Party to the 20th of April when the local ABC affiliate WTAE has scheduled a debate to be aired between 7 PM & 8 PM. All 3 candidates (City Councilman Patrick Dowd, Mayor Ravenstahl, & Carmen Robinson) will be participating in the debate. Free food & pizza. RSVP: lance@steel-city.org or 412-728-5262.
April 21, 2009
P2 Happy Hour: Endorsement Excitement!
Host: P2pac
Date: Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: 900 Cafe & Lounge
Street: 900 Western Avenue
City/Town: Pittsburgh, PA
Description:
Please join P2pac as it unveils its first group of endorsed candidates ever! The evening at 900 Cafe & Lounge will include P2tini's, good conversation, and the annoucement of who the P2pac has chosen to endorse for the May 19th primary election. Come and bring your friends for some politics and cocktails on the Northside. A $10 contribution is suggested; all funds raised at this event will go directly to support endorsed candidates. 900 Cafe & Lounge is a non-smoking establishment. It is accessible by the following buses: 16A, 16D, and 500. Phone: 412-586-7794
April 27, 2009
A Taste of Thailand: Fundraiser for Patrick Dowd
A delicious way to bring leadership now to Pittsburgh
Host: Patrick Dowd for Mayor of Pittsburgh
Date: Monday, April 27, 2009
Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Location: Silk Elephant
Street: 1710 Murray Ave
City/Town: Pittsburgh, PA
Description:
Join us as we support Patrick Dowd and enjoy Thai Music & Dancing, Thai Cooking Demonstration and Thai Food (Tapas, Noodles and Salad Stations). Tickets: Adults $35, Students $20, Children (3-14 years old) $10. Please reserve tickets at:
https://co.clickandpledge.com/sp/d1/default.aspx?wid=25673 Instructions:
Enter your total ticket amount in Step 1 in the "Other" Box. In Step 3, complete contact information and enter "SILK" as event code. Please contact Anne McCafferty at 412-760-5337 with any questions.
May 2, 2009
An Evening with Braddock Mayor John Fetterman and Patrick Dowd
Host: John Fetterman, Chris Schultz, and the rest of the Host Committee
Date: Saturday, May 2, 2009
Time: 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Location: Braddock’s Elks Lodge 883
Street: 420 Library Street
City/Town: Braddock, PA
Description:
John Fetterman, Mayor of Braddock, invites you to a party to benefit the Patrick Dowd for Pittsburgh campaign. Join the current mayor of Braddock and future mayor of Pittsburgh for a fun night of music by Zombo, food and more. Suggested donation is $20 per person. Checks are payable to Citizens for Patrick Dowd. You can also donate online at http://dowdformayor.com/ Please include code “fetterman” on the check or on-line donation event code field. Host Committee: Regina Anderson, Randy Francisco, Robert Hampshire, Jodi Hirsh, Kevin Gannon, Dutch MacDonald, Betsy Magley, Christian Manders, Nathan Martin, Lindsay Patross, Eve Picker, Kathy Risko, Chris Schultz, Justin Strong, Hon. Chelsa Wagner, Abby Wilson. Email: eve@nowall.com
Other Candidates who can use your $ & shoe leather:
Georgia Blotzer, Pittsburgh City Council District 2
http://www.georgiaforcouncil.com/
Natalia Rudiak, Pittsburgh City Council District 4
http://nataliarudiak.com/
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Susan Banahasky for Magistrate Benefit
Host: Banahasky for District Magistrate
Date: Thursday, April 16, 2009
Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: Coca Cafe
Street: 3811 Butler Street
City/Town: Pittsburgh, PA 15201
Description:
Lawrenceville, Polish Hill & Bloomfield for Banahasky. Please join us in support of Susan Banahasky Candidate for District Magistrate. Suggested Contribution: $25, $50, $100. Please join us for drinks and appetizers @ Coca Café. Please RSVP to Aaron Sukenik at aaron@susanformagistrate.com or (412) 452-8823. Checks Made Payable to: Friends for Susan Banahasky. This is Susan's only fundraising event. If you can't make it, please contribute @ http://susanformagistrate.com/donate
April 17th, 2009
Carmen Robinson Appearance
Date: Friday, April 17, 2009
Time: 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Sisters Beauty Supply
Street: 100 5th Ave
City/Town: Downtown Pittsburgh, PA
Description:
Carmen Robinson for Mayor. Public Appearance. http://carmenformayor.com/
April 19, 2009
McGough4Judge "30 Day Rally to Win" with Lenora Nemetz & Billy Price
Host: Hugh McGough
Date: Sunday, April 19, 2009
Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Pgh Center for the Arts (Shadyside)
Street: 5th & Shady Aves
City/Town: Pittsburgh, PA
Description:
The McGough for Judge Committee Invites You To A "30 Day Rally to Win" @ Pittsburgh Center for the Arts in Shadyside. Special Musical Appearances by Lenora Nemetz & Billy Price. RSVP: Campaign@mcgough4judge.com or 412-441-7677. In this last month, we need to hit the streets, get on the phones and help Hugh spread his message of integrity, ability, experience and excellence to the voters of Allegheny County. But before we put on our running shoes, we want to gather together, celebrate and show our support for Hugh. There will be refreshments, incredible music, and of course, the best candidate for Judge of the Court of Common Pleas, Hugh Fitzpatrick McGough. http://www.mcgough4judge.com/
April 20, 2009
Steel-City Stonewall Democrats Mayoral Debate Party
Host: Steel-City Stonewall Democrats
Date: Monday, April 20, 2009
Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Location: There Video Lounge
Street: 931 Liberty Ave.
City/Town: Pittsburgh, PA
Description:
The April 15th KDKA Mayoral Debate has been canceled. So, we will be moving the Debate Party to the 20th of April when the local ABC affiliate WTAE has scheduled a debate to be aired between 7 PM & 8 PM. All 3 candidates (City Councilman Patrick Dowd, Mayor Ravenstahl, & Carmen Robinson) will be participating in the debate. Free food & pizza. RSVP: lance@steel-city.org or 412-728-5262.
April 21, 2009
P2 Happy Hour: Endorsement Excitement!
Host: P2pac
Date: Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: 900 Cafe & Lounge
Street: 900 Western Avenue
City/Town: Pittsburgh, PA
Description:
Please join P2pac as it unveils its first group of endorsed candidates ever! The evening at 900 Cafe & Lounge will include P2tini's, good conversation, and the annoucement of who the P2pac has chosen to endorse for the May 19th primary election. Come and bring your friends for some politics and cocktails on the Northside. A $10 contribution is suggested; all funds raised at this event will go directly to support endorsed candidates. 900 Cafe & Lounge is a non-smoking establishment. It is accessible by the following buses: 16A, 16D, and 500. Phone: 412-586-7794
April 27, 2009
A Taste of Thailand: Fundraiser for Patrick Dowd
A delicious way to bring leadership now to Pittsburgh
Host: Patrick Dowd for Mayor of Pittsburgh
Date: Monday, April 27, 2009
Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Location: Silk Elephant
Street: 1710 Murray Ave
City/Town: Pittsburgh, PA
Description:
Join us as we support Patrick Dowd and enjoy Thai Music & Dancing, Thai Cooking Demonstration and Thai Food (Tapas, Noodles and Salad Stations). Tickets: Adults $35, Students $20, Children (3-14 years old) $10. Please reserve tickets at:
https://co.clickandpledge.com/sp/d1/default.aspx?wid=25673 Instructions:
Enter your total ticket amount in Step 1 in the "Other" Box. In Step 3, complete contact information and enter "SILK" as event code. Please contact Anne McCafferty at 412-760-5337 with any questions.
May 2, 2009
An Evening with Braddock Mayor John Fetterman and Patrick Dowd
Host: John Fetterman, Chris Schultz, and the rest of the Host Committee
Date: Saturday, May 2, 2009
Time: 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Location: Braddock’s Elks Lodge 883
Street: 420 Library Street
City/Town: Braddock, PA
Description:
John Fetterman, Mayor of Braddock, invites you to a party to benefit the Patrick Dowd for Pittsburgh campaign. Join the current mayor of Braddock and future mayor of Pittsburgh for a fun night of music by Zombo, food and more. Suggested donation is $20 per person. Checks are payable to Citizens for Patrick Dowd. You can also donate online at http://dowdformayor.com/ Please include code “fetterman” on the check or on-line donation event code field. Host Committee: Regina Anderson, Randy Francisco, Robert Hampshire, Jodi Hirsh, Kevin Gannon, Dutch MacDonald, Betsy Magley, Christian Manders, Nathan Martin, Lindsay Patross, Eve Picker, Kathy Risko, Chris Schultz, Justin Strong, Hon. Chelsa Wagner, Abby Wilson. Email: eve@nowall.com
Other Candidates who can use your $ & shoe leather:
Georgia Blotzer, Pittsburgh City Council District 2
http://www.georgiaforcouncil.com/
Natalia Rudiak, Pittsburgh City Council District 4
http://nataliarudiak.com/
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February 18, 2009
EVENTS!
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Meet Don Cunningham, Exploring a Run for Governor of PA
Host: Rosalie Glickman
Date: Thursday, February 19, 2009
Time: 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Location: Smallman Street Deli in Squirrel Hill
Street: 1912 Murray Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
Contact Info Email: rosalie.glickman@gmail.com
Description
Lehigh County Executive Don Cunningham, a possible Democratic candidate for Governor and a social progressive, has cut his teeth on overcoming tough challenges in politics and life. He’s earned a reputation as a reformer who delivers results. Suggested Donation: $36 General, $18 Student, $10 Pleading Poverty.
Saturday, February 21, 2009
McGough4Judge H.Q. Open House (Because "It has to be Hugh!")
Host: Hugh McGough and Sam Hens-Greco
Date: Saturday, February 21, 2009
Time: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Location: McGough for Judge Campaign Headquarters
Street: 5890 1/2 Ellsworth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Contact Info Phone: 412-427-2486 Email: campaign@mcgough4judge.com
Description
The McGough for Judge Committee will host a Campaign Headquarters Open House and our first Door-to-Door Canvass on Saturday February 21st from 10 am to 4 pm at 5890 Ellsworth Avenue in Pittsburgh. Canvassers will be given street lists and nomination petitions. Refreshments and snacks will be served throughout the day. Any questions, please contact campaign@mcgough4judge.com
Pittsburgh Pundits
Host: The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust
Date: Saturday, February 21, 2009
Time: 10:30 PM
Location: Late Night – Cabaret Theater
7th Street & Penn Ave, Pittsburgh PA
Tickets: $5.00 at the door / Free for District Patrons (see details):
http://www.pgharts.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=144643
RECESSION? REGRESSION? CLINICAL DEPRESSION?
A comedy/political panel show unlike anything else in Pittsburgh The economy is screwed and so are we. Does anybody know how to fix it? Beats me. But I do know where a great political comedy and panel discussion show is being held to beat this economic horse to death.
Host: John McIntire
Featured Comedian: Gab Bonesso
Pundits include: Conservative firebrand Heather Heidelbaugh, PG Advice Columnist Cat Specter, www.2politicaljunkies.blogspot.com blogger David DeAngelo.
Sunday, February 22, 2009
Candidate Meet & Greet/Endorsement Meeting
Host: Steel-City Stonewall Democrats
Date: Sunday, February 22, 2009
Time: 2:30pm - 5:30pm
Location: Inn On The Mexican War Streets
Street: 604 W. North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Contact Info Phone: 4127285262 Email: lance@steel-city.org
Description
At this meeting we will be having our board elections & our membership will vote on who to endorse in the May 17th, 2009 Pennsylvania Primary. This year there will be key races for City Council, Mayor, County Council, and the PA Judiciary. Including a critical election for an open seat on the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. Between 2:30 & 4 PM we will have an informal mixer.
Harold & the Gang Benefit Concert! *Back by Popular Demand*
Host: Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania
Date: Sunday, February 22, 2009
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: The Frick Art & Historical Center
Street: 7227 Reynolds Street, Pittsburgh, PA
Contact Info: 412.434.8957 x 121, Email development@ppwp.org
Description
Join Planned Parenthood of Western PA (PPWP) for the "Harold & the Gang Benefit Concert" on Sunday, February 22, 2009! Listen to what happens when the best area musicians perform their favorite selections with spouses and friends in the intimate theatre at The Frick Art & Historical Center. Music begins at 7:00 pm with a post-concert reception with drinks and appetizers! Proceeds benefit PPWP's gynecological services to uninsured and underinsured individuals in the community. Call 412.434.8957 x 121 for ticket purchase and more details.
Monday, February 23, 2009
"First Person" Screening (Documentary about Philly kids struggle to get to college)
Host: PA League of Young Voters
Date: Monday, February 23, 2009
Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: CEA Cultural Center in Homewood
Street: 7143 Fleury Way, Pittsburgh, PA
Contact Info Phone: 412-371-7226 Email: roxanne@paleague.com
Description
CEA joins us in presenting this documentary screening, the Philadelphia Independent Film Festival winner in 2008. http://www.firstpersondocumentary.org/ FREE! Bring the kids! Light refreshments!
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
A Cross City Fundraiser for Natalia Rudiak (Democrat Natalia Rudiak is running for Council in District 4)
Host: Friends of Natalia Rudiak
Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: The Shadow Lounge
Street: 5972 Baum Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA
Contact Info Email: aaron@nataliarudiak.com
Description
Please join us at the Shadow Lounge on Wednesday, February 25th to celebrate Natalia's candidacy. She needs your dollars and your time to win. Go Natalia, go! Music by DJ Omar Abdul. Checks payable to: Friends of Natalia Rudiak, PO 59375, Pittsburgh, PA 15210$50/head
Saturday, February 28, 2009
Intro to POWER -- Grassroots Organizer Institute training
Host: PA League of Young Voters
Start Time: Saturday, February 28, 2009 at 10:00pm
End Time: Sunday, March 1, 2009 at 3:00am
Location: PA League office
Street: 6101 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
Contact Info Phone: 4123627927 Email: roxanne@paleague.com
Description
Attend one of these free trainings that are open to the public and get all the basics to take your community, group, or personal leadership to the next level. Intro to POWER: How to do power analysis, mapping, and research. Free! Register here:
http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?key=p8juE4wmt7NkaDk7HsbEVKQ&hl=en
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Rock the Dome: Pennsylvania Equality Rally
SAVE THE DATE !
The topic is LGBT equality. The date is March 17, 2009. Buses will depart Pittsburgh around 7:30 AM and return by 8:00 PM. Stay tuned for more details, but so far you've got a mini-advocacy training, free lunch, rally and a chance to meet with your state elected officials. Take a day off, bring the kids and stay tuned for more details.
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Meet Don Cunningham, Exploring a Run for Governor of PA
Host: Rosalie Glickman
Date: Thursday, February 19, 2009
Time: 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Location: Smallman Street Deli in Squirrel Hill
Street: 1912 Murray Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
Contact Info Email: rosalie.glickman@gmail.com
Description
Lehigh County Executive Don Cunningham, a possible Democratic candidate for Governor and a social progressive, has cut his teeth on overcoming tough challenges in politics and life. He’s earned a reputation as a reformer who delivers results. Suggested Donation: $36 General, $18 Student, $10 Pleading Poverty.
Saturday, February 21, 2009
McGough4Judge H.Q. Open House (Because "It has to be Hugh!")
Host: Hugh McGough and Sam Hens-Greco
Date: Saturday, February 21, 2009
Time: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Location: McGough for Judge Campaign Headquarters
Street: 5890 1/2 Ellsworth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Contact Info Phone: 412-427-2486 Email: campaign@mcgough4judge.com
Description
The McGough for Judge Committee will host a Campaign Headquarters Open House and our first Door-to-Door Canvass on Saturday February 21st from 10 am to 4 pm at 5890 Ellsworth Avenue in Pittsburgh. Canvassers will be given street lists and nomination petitions. Refreshments and snacks will be served throughout the day. Any questions, please contact campaign@mcgough4judge.com
Pittsburgh Pundits
Host: The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust
Date: Saturday, February 21, 2009
Time: 10:30 PM
Location: Late Night – Cabaret Theater
7th Street & Penn Ave, Pittsburgh PA
Tickets: $5.00 at the door / Free for District Patrons (see details):
http://www.pgharts.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=144643
RECESSION? REGRESSION? CLINICAL DEPRESSION?
A comedy/political panel show unlike anything else in Pittsburgh The economy is screwed and so are we. Does anybody know how to fix it? Beats me. But I do know where a great political comedy and panel discussion show is being held to beat this economic horse to death.
Host: John McIntire
Featured Comedian: Gab Bonesso
Pundits include: Conservative firebrand Heather Heidelbaugh, PG Advice Columnist Cat Specter, www.2politicaljunkies.blogspot.com blogger David DeAngelo.
Sunday, February 22, 2009
Candidate Meet & Greet/Endorsement Meeting
Host: Steel-City Stonewall Democrats
Date: Sunday, February 22, 2009
Time: 2:30pm - 5:30pm
Location: Inn On The Mexican War Streets
Street: 604 W. North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Contact Info Phone: 4127285262 Email: lance@steel-city.org
Description
At this meeting we will be having our board elections & our membership will vote on who to endorse in the May 17th, 2009 Pennsylvania Primary. This year there will be key races for City Council, Mayor, County Council, and the PA Judiciary. Including a critical election for an open seat on the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. Between 2:30 & 4 PM we will have an informal mixer.
Harold & the Gang Benefit Concert! *Back by Popular Demand*
Host: Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania
Date: Sunday, February 22, 2009
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: The Frick Art & Historical Center
Street: 7227 Reynolds Street, Pittsburgh, PA
Contact Info: 412.434.8957 x 121, Email development@ppwp.org
Description
Join Planned Parenthood of Western PA (PPWP) for the "Harold & the Gang Benefit Concert" on Sunday, February 22, 2009! Listen to what happens when the best area musicians perform their favorite selections with spouses and friends in the intimate theatre at The Frick Art & Historical Center. Music begins at 7:00 pm with a post-concert reception with drinks and appetizers! Proceeds benefit PPWP's gynecological services to uninsured and underinsured individuals in the community. Call 412.434.8957 x 121 for ticket purchase and more details.
Monday, February 23, 2009
"First Person" Screening (Documentary about Philly kids struggle to get to college)
Host: PA League of Young Voters
Date: Monday, February 23, 2009
Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: CEA Cultural Center in Homewood
Street: 7143 Fleury Way, Pittsburgh, PA
Contact Info Phone: 412-371-7226 Email: roxanne@paleague.com
Description
CEA joins us in presenting this documentary screening, the Philadelphia Independent Film Festival winner in 2008. http://www.firstpersondocumentary.org/ FREE! Bring the kids! Light refreshments!
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
A Cross City Fundraiser for Natalia Rudiak (Democrat Natalia Rudiak is running for Council in District 4)
Host: Friends of Natalia Rudiak
Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: The Shadow Lounge
Street: 5972 Baum Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA
Contact Info Email: aaron@nataliarudiak.com
Description
Please join us at the Shadow Lounge on Wednesday, February 25th to celebrate Natalia's candidacy. She needs your dollars and your time to win. Go Natalia, go! Music by DJ Omar Abdul. Checks payable to: Friends of Natalia Rudiak, PO 59375, Pittsburgh, PA 15210$50/head
Saturday, February 28, 2009
Intro to POWER -- Grassroots Organizer Institute training
Host: PA League of Young Voters
Start Time: Saturday, February 28, 2009 at 10:00pm
End Time: Sunday, March 1, 2009 at 3:00am
Location: PA League office
Street: 6101 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
Contact Info Phone: 4123627927 Email: roxanne@paleague.com
Description
Attend one of these free trainings that are open to the public and get all the basics to take your community, group, or personal leadership to the next level. Intro to POWER: How to do power analysis, mapping, and research. Free! Register here:
http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?key=p8juE4wmt7NkaDk7HsbEVKQ&hl=en
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Rock the Dome: Pennsylvania Equality Rally
SAVE THE DATE !
The topic is LGBT equality. The date is March 17, 2009. Buses will depart Pittsburgh around 7:30 AM and return by 8:00 PM. Stay tuned for more details, but so far you've got a mini-advocacy training, free lunch, rally and a chance to meet with your state elected officials. Take a day off, bring the kids and stay tuned for more details.
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November 24, 2008
ACTION ALERT: Contact Allegheny County Council TODAY!
From Steel City Stonewall Democrats:
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Allegheny County Council is considering an ordinance that would prohibit discrimination in Employment, Housing and Public Accommodations based on characteristics including sexual orientation and gender identity and expression.More at Pittsburgh Lesbian Correspondents here.
The Council has, so far, been very interested in moving this non-discrimination ordinance forward. Twelve (out of 15) Council members have signed on as co-sponsors! One of Council’s next steps is to approve funding for the ordinance. Specifically, the County will have to hire folks to educate the public, to investigate complaints, and to prosecute violations of the ordinance. The Council’s Government Committee will be discussing the ordinance this Tuesday.
Below is a list of the co-sponsors for the legislation. Please contact your County Councilperson to thank him or her for supporting this ordinance. Encourage your Councilperson to continue moving the legislation forward.
You can look up your district at the following link:
http://www.alleghenycounty.us/council/dist.aspx
Sponsors:
Matt Drozd, Dist. 1
412.350.6525
Jim Burn, Dist. 3
412.350.6535
Michael Finnerty, Dist. 4
412.350.6540
Joan Cleary, Dist. 6
412.350.6550
Nick Futules, Dist. 7
412.350.6555
Chuck Martoni, Dist. 8
412.350.6560
Bob Macey, Dist. 9
412.350.6565
William Russell Robinson, Dist. 10
412.350.6570
Rich Fitzgerald, Dist. 11
412.350.6575
Jim Ellenbogen, Dist. 12
412.350.6580
Amanda Green (lead sponsor), Dist. 13
412.350.6585
John DeFazio, Council At-Large
412.350.6516
In case you wish to encourage the non-sponsors to become co-sponsors, here is their contact information:
Chuck McCollough, Council At-Large
412.350.6520
Jan Rea, District 2
412.350.6530
Vince Gastgeb, District 5
412.350.6545
In case you would like to attend: the Government Committee of the Allegheny County Council will be meeting this Tuesday, November 25, at 5:00pm to discuss this legislation. The location is 436 Grant St., County Courthouse Rm. 119, Conference Rm. 1. At this type of Committee meeting there is not the opportunity for public comment, but the public is welcome to attend, and you would be supporting the legislation with your presence.
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October 25, 2007
An afternoon with Barney Frank!
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From the Steel City Stonewall Democrats:
October 24, 2007
Dear Friends,
Steel-City Stonewall Democrats and Congressman Mike Doyle would like to invite you to a Special Event with Representative Barney Frank of the 4th Congressional District of Massachusetts.
This is a casual meet and greet event with the Founder of the Stonewall Democrats, Rep. Barney Frank.
Please join us at the home of Christine Donohue* on Saturday, November 3, 2007 beginning at 3:00 p.m.
Event Details:
When: November 3, 2007
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Cost: Free and open to the public, Light refreshments will be served
Address: 6568 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, 15206, at the corner of Fifth & Beechwood
Parking: Best option is parking along Beechwood
We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, November 3, 2007 at 3:00 pm.
*Christine Donohue is a candidate for the Superior Court of Pennsylvania and has graciously offered to lend her home for this event!
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