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Email AnnouncementsThis is an archive of announcements sent out over the Cal Dems listserv during the Spring 2006 semester. If you're not already, you might want to sign up to receive these twice-weekly updates detailing our activities and events! Semesters: Fall 2004 ~ Spring 2005 ~ Fall 2005 ~ Spring 2006
Friday, June 02, 2006
CAL BERKELEY DEMOCRATS Progressive Quote of the Week: "Intelligence plus character, that is the goal of a true education." -Martin Luther King, Jr. ********************* >> Help Cal Dems get young Democrats to vote!!! Cal Berkeley Democrats has pledged to make 2,000 phone calls for Gubernatorial candidate Phil Angelides by Election Day, June 6th! If you’re looking to help out the campaign, there's never been an easier way. It’s easy, and you’ll help us reach our goal by just donating an hour of your time. If you have any questions, contact Suzanne by email at Suzanne@caldems.com . Thanks a bunch! >> Don't Forget to Vote! The membership of Cal Dems has voted to endorse the following candidates for Tuesday’s Democratic primary: * Governor: Phil Angelides The California Democratic Party has endorsed the following statewide candidates (visit http://cadem.org for all endorsements): * Governor: Phil Angelides >> Welcome to new list members Welcome to all incoming freshman who expressed an interest in Cal Dems at Cal Day! This mailing list will keep you up to date about our activities, as well as others in the progressive community. For more information about the Cal Berkeley Democrats, visit http://www.caldems.com (especially the FAQ page, http://www.caldems.com/faq.php). We hope to see you at our first meeting in the fall! ********************* >> Women in Politics: Seeking Office and Making Policy Sunday, May 14, 2006
CAL BERKELEY DEMOCRATS Progressive quote of the week: "Liberalism is not a fixed set of doctrines but a temper, a public spirit of openness and generosity." - Forrester Church *********************** Cal Dems wishes you a relaxing and enjoyable summer and hopes that you’ll be ready in the fall to kick Republicans out of office! We’ll keep you updated throughout the summer on opportunities and Democratic doings. See you next semester! Democratically Yours, ********************** >> Viva Democracy >> Environmental Campaign Internships / Opportunities The Andy Katz for EBMUD Campaign is looking for interns and those interested in lead volunteer positions. Andy Katz, '02 and '04, is an environmental planner with a degree in City and Regional Planning from UC Berkeley. Katz is running to represent Berkeley, Albany, Emeryville, El Cerrito, and North Oakland on the EBMUD board to protect our drinking water quality, restore our environment, and increase awareness about the impacts climate change will have on our water. Campaign leadership positions require a minimum 10-15 hour per week time commitment, both in the summer and fall. Most positions are volunteer opportunities; a stipend may be available for a campaign coordinator. Volunteers will have hands-on experience with aspects of campaign operations such as: volunteer recruitment and organizing, house parties and campaign finance, and campaign literature and policy development. For more information on Andy Katz for EBMUD Ward 4: Reception and information session with food and refreshments >> Support John Garamendi for Lieutenant Governor and Stand up to Special Interest Groups Insurance Commissioner John Garamendi has stood up to the major insurance companies in California who are making good on a threat to attempt to extort him with an unprecedented $2.4 million. Commissioner Garamendi needs all your support to make sure that smear campaigns don’t prevent him, or anyone else, from being able to stand up for the citizens of California. Go to www.garamendi.org for more information or contact Robert Klein at rtk2@rtk2.com if you’d like to help a fellow Golden Bear stand up for all Californians! >> Steve Thomas is Looking for Interns and Volunteers Steve Thomas, running against Richard Pombo in District 11, is looking for interns and volunteers for canvassing and phone banking. If you want to work for the only Democratic candidate who unequivocally is against the war, email ramsesmadou@gmail.com . >> Women in Politics Monday, April 24, 2006
CAL BERKELEY DEMOCRATS *********************** Another year has flown by, and during our last meeting this Thursday, April 27, we'll be electing new officers for next year's Cal Dems executive board! The declared candidates are: * President - Suzanne Ruecker In order to vote or run for office, you must have attended five general meetings this semester (including April 27) and paid your $10 semester dues. Contact Scott (scott@caldems.com) or Natalie (natalie@caldems.com) with questions. *********************** ASUC elections will be held Tuesday through Thursday of this week! Voting will take place online (9am - 7pm) as well as at several locations on campus. Visit http://election.asuc.org for details! Here are a few personal endorsements from Cal Dems board members. Cal Dems has not officially endorsed any candidate for ASUC office. >> From Scott Lucas, President: Jane Park As elections dawn on us tomorrow I, Scott Lucas, personally would like to encourage you to vote for Jane Park for Senate. She's been a great member of our executive board the past year, and I know she'll be a wonderful Senator. Her number is 61. She has my wholehearted support. Also, I recommend Oren Gabriel for President, Vishal Gupta for EVP, Joyce Liou for AAVP, and have endorsed Jason Chu for EAVP. Don't forget to vote! >> From David Denney, External Affairs Vice President: Igor Tregub, Travis Garcia, Dwight Asuncion I am endorsing Igor Tregub for External Affairs V.P. because he is simply the most qualified, dedicated candidate running for the office. Over the course of the past two years as an ASUC senator, he has dedicated himself to the students of this campus and will do an excellent job once in office. I am endorsing Travis Garcia for ASUC Senate because he is a great candidate with great ideas. Travis will bring a refreshing, renewed approach to the Senate. He will work hard to ensure that all students are represented once in office. I am also endorsing Dwight Asuncion for Senate because he is a passionate person, with excellent ideas for improving student life for the students of this campus. Dwight has the experience in and outside of the ASUC to be an effective representative for the students. Monday, April 17, 2006
CAL BERKELEY DEMOCRATS *********************** >> Cal Dems Officer Elections! Another year has flown by, and during our last meeting on Thursday, April 27, we'll be electing new officers for next year's Cal Dems executive board! The following positions will be voted on: * President In order to vote or run for office, you must have attended five general meetings this semester (including April 27) and paid your $10 semester dues. We will review the election procedures during this Thursday's meeting; in the meantime, please direct questions to Scott or Natalie. *********************** >> 11 CD Candidates' Forum The 11th Congressional District race is our best local opportunity to return a Democratic majority to Congress. The Diablo Valley Democratic club is holding a candidates' forum for the 11th C.D.; come and hear Steve Filson, Jerry McNerney, and Steve Thomas. >> Paul Rusesabagina Paul Rusesabagina (the person that Don Cheadle plays in Hotel Rwanda) will be speaking in San Francisco. Contact Jenny (jbb@berkeley.edu) for discounted tickets ($10). *********************** >> Summer Interns Needed for Nevada State Democratic Party Research Staff Summer interns are needed to work on the research staff for the Nevada State Democratic Party in Las Vegas. Interns will aid in preparing press releases, researching candidates and helping to mold the 2006 Democratic message for the state. Stipends may be available. Send a resume to the research director at ethan.guillen@aya.yale.edu . Sunday, April 09, 2006
CAL BERKELEY DEMOCRATS *********************** >> CDP Convention: Last Chance to Register! If you want to go with Cal Dems to the California Democratic Party Convention in Sacramento, you have 24 hours to sign up! The convention will take place Friday, April 28 through Sunday, April 30. This is always a great opportunity to meet young Dems from across the state as well as party leaders. For further information and to register, please visit http://caldems.com/convention.php . Contact Scott (scott@caldems.com) with any questions. >> Phonebank for Francine Busby Come and help phonebank for Francine Busby, the Democrat running for Duke Cunningham's seat! Cunningham (a Republican) was forced to resign after an ethics scandal; if Francine wins his seat, she will go on to represent the 50th Congressional District (northern/coastal San Diego county). She is clearly leading all 14 of the Republican candidates in the race, but needs to get 50% of the vote on Tuesday to avoid a much tougher runoff in June. >> Smart Ass *********************** >> Center on Politics Annual Review of the American Presidency Second Term Troubles: President Bush Struggles with War, Natural Disasters, and Politics President Bush emerged from his 2004 victory a strengthened political figure, but as he moves toward the upcoming mid-term elections that will leave him a lame duck, he has struggled with a series of challenges. Critics lambasted the federal response to Hurricane Katrina. A grieving mother gained national attention by demanding to meet with the president to discuss her soldier son's death in Iraq. The earliest signs of Republican jockeying to succeed the president have surfaced. But at the same time, two Supreme Court vacancies have presented the president with an opportunity to shape the nation for decades to come. How has President Bush handled these challenges? And what should we expect for the future? A panel of political experts and commentators discusses these and other issues, reviewing the president's performance and predicting what may lie ahead. Panelists: >> Robert Reich and Progressive Policy Join the Roosevelt Institution for a policy seminar entitled "Developing the Progressive Policy Landscape." Our keynote speaker is Robert Reich, Secretary of Labor for the Clinton Administration and Professor at the Goldman School of Public Policy. The seminar will feature discussions on strategies for progressives to effectively approach policy analysis theoretically and empirically. Refreshments will be provided. *********************** >> Paid Internship with Progressive Democratic State Senate Candidate Johan Klehs Assembly member Johan Klehs, a Democrat with over 20 years of public service, is looking for dedicated students to join his exciting campaign for State Senate from now until the June 6 primary. This race is one of the most competitive elections in the 2006 cycle. The internship will pay a $1,000 stipend and is a great way to gain first-hand campaign experience. You should be an enthusiastic student with a commitment to Democratic politics and a desire to learn in a fast-paced environment. We are looking for smart, enthusiastic individuals to help us in various aspects of the campaign, including fundraising assistance, database work, volunteer coordination, precinct walking, phone banking, and other campaign related events. We require our interns to work part-time (approx 20 hours/week) between now and the end of the semester and then go full-time hours (40+/week) during the last 3 weeks of the campaign (around mid-May to June 6th). Hours are very flexible and can include weekend hours too to fit with your schedule. The internship is located in Hayward, CA. Please send cover letter/note and resume to Mircalla Wozniak at mircalla@statonhughes.com . Please title your resume with your name in the filename. Monday, April 03, 2006
CAL BERKELEY DEMOCRATS *********************** >> CDP Convention: Register Now! Cal Dems will travel to Sacramento for the California Democratic Party Convention, which will take place Friday, April 28 through Sunday, April 30! This is always a great opportunity to meet young Dems from across the state as well as party leaders. If you're planning to go to convention with Cal Dems, please register now at http://caldems.com/convention.php . Further details about the trip are available from that page as well. Contact Scott (scott@caldems.com) with any questions. >> Phonebank for Francine Busby Come and help phonebank for Francine Busby, the Democrat running for Duke Cunningham's seat! Cunningham (a Republican) was forced to resign after an ethics scandal; if Francine wins his seat, she will go on to represent the 50th Congressional District (northern/coastal San Diego county). She is clearly leading all 14 of the Republican candidates in the race, but needs to get 50% of the vote on April 11 to avoid a much tougher runoff in June. >> Voter Registration Drive The New Voters Coalition is hosting a Spring Voter Registration Drive just in time for the June 6th primaries. To ensure that this will be a successful campaign we need all the help we can get! We will be registering voters from Monday April 10th - Friday April 14th from 10am to 2pm. >> Smart Ass *********************** >> Annual Spring Formal Cal Dems will be attending the annual spring formal, featuring music, dancing, food, and fun. This year's theme is "A Classic Hollywood Formal." Presented by the ASUC and the Asian American Association. Tickets are available for a special discount rate ($10) if purchased through Cal Dems. Please contact David (david@caldems.com) to purchase tickets. Sunday, March 12, 2006
CAL BERKELEY DEMOCRATS *********************** >> Cal Lobby Day This is it! This Thursday, we are busing up to Sacramento to lobby our legislators with 200 fellow Cal students. We will be asking our legislators to keep the freeze on student fees, permitting everyone an affordable education. Breakfast, lunch, a Cal Lobby Day T-shirt, and transportation will be provided for you. Spend the day in the capitol, seeing the sights and talking to people who make policy. We are meeting at 8am at West Circle and will be back before 6pm. If you haven't already registered, visit www.asuc.org/lobbyday or send questions to lobby@asuc.org. If you're interested in becoming a team leader, come to the training session on Monday at 6pm in the Eshleman Hall Senate Chambers. >> Don't Ask, Don't Tell? This Thursday we are joining the ACLU, Queer Resource Center, and Student Coalition for Marriage Equality for an event discussing the U.S. military's prejudiced "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" Policy, featuring speakers who have lived it. These include: Join us Thursday in 166 Barrows at 7pm, in lieu of our normal meeting. Free food and drinks! *********************** >> Reception with Cindy Chavez, candidate for San José Mayor Please join us for a special reception with San José Vice Mayor Cindy Chavez to celebrate her campaign for San José Mayor! It will be held at 100 Spear Street, 15th Floor (corner of Misson and Spear), San Francisco. Distinguisted guests include José Cisneros, Bevan Dufty, Dennis Herrera, Susan Leal, and Mark Leno. There is a special price of $35 when you RSVP as a a student. Please RSVP to Emily Campbell at emily@cindychavez4mayor.com . Checks should be made payable to "Cindy Chavez for Mayor" ~ FPPC ID #: 1281694 >> Dr. Christian Weller: "The State of the U.S. Economy and the Labor Outlook for 2006" Dr. Christian Weller will address the current state of our economy and our labor market. There will be an open forum after Dr. Weller’s presentation where there will be the opportunity to ask questions about economic policy, progressive policy, and the entire progressive movement. Dr. Weller is a Senior Economist at the Center for American Progress, a nonpartisan research and educational institute dedicated to finding progressive and pragmatic solutions to significant domestic and international problems and developing policy proposals that foster a government that is "of the people, by the people, and for the people." >> Citizenship Without Borders: Belonging and Exclusion in Immigrant America This conference brings together leading scholars, immigrant rights activists and service providers, members of the legal community, faculty and students to evaluate the civic and political participation of immigrants; share stories about the daily practices of citizenship engaged in and experienced by immigrants; and consider the role that citizenship status plays and should play in mediating the legal rights and social benefits that immigrants receive in the United States. Featured speakers include T. Alexander Aleinikoff, Dean of Georgetown University Law Center, on "The Geography of Citizenship"; and Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee (D-TX): "The Immigration System Can't be Fixed Without Comprehensive Immigration Reform". Other speakers include: Linda Bosniak, Karthick Ramakrishnan, Linton Joaquin, Jennifer Gordon, Eliseo Medina, Laurie Olsen, Gordon Mar, Irene Bloemraad, Michael Jones-Correa, Sheila Chung, Amagda Perez, Louis De Sipio, Leoncio Vasquez, Isabel Garcia, and Rhacel Salazar Parrenas. Sponsored by UC Berkeley's Institute for the Study of Social Change, the Center for Latino Policy Research, and Boalt Hall School of Law's Center for Social Justice. *********************** Ellen Corbett is a candidate for State Senate in the nearby 10th District, and her campaign is looking for interns. These are very substantive positions, not your ordinary data entry or canvassing type campaign work. The interns would be working directly with the campaign manager and the candidate, and will have the opportunity to see everything that happens in one of our state's most competitive races this year. The Ellen Corbett for State Senate Campaign is looking for smart, enthusiastic individuals to help us in our finance and field departments. Positions are available for interns to serve in fundraising, donor research, and volunteer coordination. It is no secret that, in modern political campaigns, a candidate for public office must be able to garner financial support to run an effective campaign. An internship in the finance and field operation of the Corbett for State Senate campaign is a great opportunity to gain experience in fundraising and field, which are vital components of political campaigns and the operation of non-profit organizations. Additional Information: Please send cover letter and resume to Meriam Reynosa at mreynosa01@yahoo.com Sunday, March 05, 2006
CAL BERKELEY DEMOCRATS *********************** >> Cal Lobby Day Cal Dems is particpating in this year's Lobby Day on March 16th. We will be travelling to Sacramento to lobby our legislators, gaining valuable political experience. If you haven't turned in your registration, please send it to Suzanne (suzanne@caldems.com) by the end of the week. Also contact Suzanne ASAP if you want to be a team leader, or if you have any questions. More information is available at www.asuc.org/lobbyday/ . >> Who Are We Targeting? How 9/11 Changed America Cal Dems is co-sponsoring this panel featuring speakers from National Legal Sanctuary for Community Advancement, Amnesty International, American Civil Liberties Union, Japanese American Citizens League, and Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights. Hosted by the Berkeley American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), the National Legal Sanctuary for Community Advancement (NLSCA) at Berkeley, and Amnesty International UC Berkeley. Refreshments will be provided! *********************** >> British View of the Media Journalism dean Orville Schell will elicit the "British View of the Media" from Alan Rusbridger, editor of The Guardian, a leading UK newspaper with a long history of editorial and political independence. Location: Sibley Auditorium, Bechtel Engineering Center >> Juvenile Justice Awareness Film The Berkeley YWCA's Racial Justice Advisory Board will host a screening of the the documentary "Girl Trouble," which follows the lives of four San Francisco girls who struggle to stay afloat while tangled in the California juvenile justice system. This film will be screened at 12 noon and also at 4pm for those who can't make the earlier time. In addition, at 1:30pm, we will be holding a volunteer fair to allow the community to learn more about key organizations and other opportunities to become more actively involved. >> Barbara Boxer in SF Sen. Barbara Boxer will host "Take Back Congress 2006" at the Medjool Restaurant in San Francisco. Tickets are just $25 for students. This innovative event is designed to give you a chance to get directly involved in races and groups that will help us take back Congress in 2006. Specifically, you'll hear from Congressman George Miller who is Nancy Pelosi's right-hand person for taking back the House. You'll get to meet Francine Busby, our incredible Democratic candidate running to replace the disgraced Duke Cunningham in Southern California. You'll also see the Democratic candidates vying to take on and beat Richard Pombo in the 11th Congressional District, right here in the Bay Area--our best hope to pick up a Republican seat in Northern California. Finally, you'll get a chance to meet David Roth, another wonderful Democratic candidate for Congress who is challenging Mary Bono in the Southern California desert. Location: Medjool Restaurant, 2522 Mission Street, San Francisco RSVP at https://secure.ga4.org/01/pacforachange_commit2006/ Sunday, February 26, 2006
CAL BERKELEY DEMOCRATS *********************** >> Cal Lobby Day Cal Dems is particpating in this year's Lobby Day on March 16th. We will be travelling to Sacramento to lobby our legislators, gaining valuable political experience. We would like as many members as possible to be group leaders. Trainings are Tuesdays at 6pm and Thursdays at 5pm in the 1st floor Senate Chambers of Eshleman Hall. For more information on Lobby Day, visit www.asuc.org/lobbyday/ or contact Suzanne at suzanne@caldems.com . >> Fundraiser with Barbara Lee You are invited to join Congresswoman Barbara Lee for Breakfast and Lively Conversation on Friday, March 3rd from 7:30 to 9am at the International House. Students get in for just $15! To RSVP, or with questions, contact Chloë Drew at 510-663-1207 or chloe@leeforcongress.org . >> Last call for articles! We know you all have written fantastic articles for the next issue of the SmartAss, and that those articles are just burning a hole in your email outbox. Send them on to editor@smartass.caldems.com by Tuesday! >> Last Chance to be Counted as a Cal Dem *********************** >> Martin Smith on Katrina Frontline producer/reporter Martin Smith will show his documentary 'The Battle of New Orleans: Katrina and the Failure of Homeland Security' as part of the Issues in Foreign Policy After 9/11 series. Monday, February 20, 2006
CAL BERKELEY DEMOCRATS *********************** >> Write for Smart Ass! >> Tabling Want to be active in Cal Dems? One of the easiest ways is to represent the club by tabling on Sproul. We are currently looking for members to table during the following hours: Tuesday 12-1 More spots are available during the week, 10am to 2pm. Send your availability to Suzanne (suzanne@caldems.com). >> Fundraiser with Barbara Lee You are invited to join Congresswoman Barbara Lee for Breakfast and Lively Conversation on Friday, March 3rd from 7:30 to 9am at the International House. Students are $25 ($50, $100, $200, or $500 per non-student). To RSVP, or with questions, contact Chloë Drew at chloe@leeforcongress.org . >> Be Counted as a Cal Dem Sunday, February 12, 2006
CAL BERKELEY DEMOCRATS *********************** >> Youth in Politics In lieu of our regular meeting, we'll attend a panel hosted by the East Bay Young Democrats on how youth can get involved in politics. The featured guest of the evening will be Markos Moulitsas Zúniga, founder of the popular DailyKos blog! Other panelists include: The event will take place in Humanist Hall, 390 27th St. in Oakland. Cal Dems will meet at the Downtown Berkeley BART station at 6:30. For more information, contact Scott (scott@caldems.com). *********************** >> Lyman and Morrison on Africa >> Center for Race and Gender Afternoon Forum Series David Winickoff, Assistant Professor of Bioethics and Society: "Consent, Commodification, Control: Governing Stem Cell Research and the New Biotechnologies" Cosponsored by UCB Science, Technology & Society Center, The Center for Race & Gender, and the Center for Genetics & Society REFRESHMENTS PROVIDED! >> Robert Pape on Terrorism Robert Pape will discuss his book Dying to Win: The Strategic Logic of Suicide Terrorism. Part of the Issues in Foreign Policy After 9/11 series. *********************** >> Jobs for Peace California Peace Action, formerly Sane/FREEZE, is the state's oldest and largest peace and justice grassroots lobby. We promote a foreign policy rooted in support for human rights and democracy, reduction and control of the threat posed by nuclear weapons, and promotion of international cooperation to prevent and end conflicts, such as the Iraq war. We work through grassroots lobbying, media campaigns and coalition building. The organization has more than 40,000 supporters and offices throughout California. California Peace Action's Berkeley office is hiring for both Full Time and Part Time positions. Women and people of color are encouraged to apply. Close to Ashby BART. Good communication skills desired. Begin your career in peace and social justice by working at a fun, political non-profit. Full Time: Our door-to-door canvassers work in the community to educate the public, generate political pressure on Congress, and sign up new members. Base pay, paid training and opportunities to advance. Monday - Friday 2-10 PM, $280-$450+ / week. Benefits include healthcare, dental, and vacations. Call Kristin (510) 849-2272 ext. 306 Part Time: Our part time organizers work from our Berkeley office on the phone to update current members, generate political pressure on Congress, and fundraise for the cause. No cold calling. Base pay, paid training and opportunities to advance. Ideal hours for students. Monday Friday 5:30 9:30 PM, Sunday 3-7 PM; a minimum of 4 shifts/ week. Base pay + bonus, up to $25/hour. Call Cara (510) 849-2272 ext. 605 Volunteers: Volunteer opportunities are available. Call Sophia at (510) 849-2272 ext. 104 or email her at sophia@californiapeaceaction.org >> Paralegal Specialist Position The Environment and Natural Resources Division (ENRD) is a 700 person organization with approximately 400 attorneys and nearly 300 legal support and administrative staff. ENRD has primary responsibility for litigation on behalf of the United States regarding: Prevention and Cleanup of Pollution; Environmental Challenges to Federal Programs and Activities; Stewardship of Public Lands and Natural Resources; Acquisition of Property for Federal Needs; Wildlife Protection; and Indian Rights and Claims. We are hiring 10 paralegals for our new 2006 Honors Paralegal Intern Program. All positions will be located in Washington DC, although some travel may be required. Program participants in this two year program will receive an attorney mentor and formal and on-the-job training. Duties of the paralegal include: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until March 31, 2006. The application process includes submitting a resume and completing an online questionnaire. Please send your resume to: Ms. Lynn S. Kim Once you complete Part I (resume), you will be sent instructions for Part II (online questionnaire). Sunday, February 05, 2006
CAL BERKELEY DEMOCRATS *********************** >> Rechartering Cal Dems will soon embark on the annual process of rechartering with the California Young Democrats. This involves collecting up-to-date information about our membership, and we will be asking for your help so we can gather accurate information about the strength of Cal Dems. Next week's digest will have details; thanks in advance for your help! >> Save the Date! Youth in Politics, Feb. 16 In lieu of our regular meeting on Feb. 16, Cal Dems and the East Bay Young Democrats are co-sponsoring a forum on how youth can get involved in politics. The featured guest of the evening will be Markos Moulitsas, founder of the popular DailyKos blog! The event will start at 7pm, and the location will be announced at this week's meeting and in next week's digest. *********************** >> Daniel Benjamin on Terrorism Daniel Benjamin, former National Security Council staff member and coauthor of The Next Attack, will examine how the United States should be preparing for the next terrorist attack. Part of the Issues in Foreign Policy After 9/11 series. >> John Garamendi Fundraiser Join us for a reception in support of John Garamendi for Lieutenant Governor! Location: Home of Julie & Fred Nachtwey in Berkeley; address provided upon RSVP Contact: Please RSVP online at www.garamendi.org or contact Terry Leach (TLeach@garamendi.org). >> Center for Race and Gender Afternoon Forum Series Black Cultural Politics Presentations: * Professor Waldo Martin, History: "'Be Real Black For Me': Representation, Authenticity and the problem of Modern Black Cultural Politics" * Professor Leigh Raiford, African-American Studies "Restaging Revolution: The Black Panther Party and Photographic Memory" REFRESHMENTS PROVIDED! Sunday, January 29, 2006
CAL BERKELEY DEMOCRATS *********************** >> Membership Forms >> Calling All Courageous Tablers If you want to be the face of Cal Dems at our table on Sproul, email Suzanne (suzanne@caldems.com) with the times you're available. Thanks! *********************** >> State of the Union Viewing The Center on Politics at IGS will host a viewing of TV coverage of the President's State of the Union Address in the IGS Library. Please join us to watch the coverage and discuss the issues raised with other members of the Cal Political Community. (Snacks & Drinks will be provided) >> Teach for America Intention and action are not the same thing. Learn how you can become a change agent immediately out of school. Join us for an information session featuring Veronica Vela (Cal Engineering MA '05; New York corps '01) and Paymon Zarghami (Cal BA '04; Bay Area corps '04). We seek leaders from all majors and backgrounds to join our movement. No education courses or experiences required. Full salary and health benefits. *********************** >> Roosevelt Institution at Berkeley The Spring 2006 Roosevelt Fellows application is online. Anyone who is currently doing any policy-related research for a class, thesis, dissertation, and/or as a research assistant is encouraged to apply. Those who want to work on local, state and national policy projects should also apply. We have an astounding number of projects for the Spring, many of which are current policy and legislative priorities for many policymakers at all levels of governance. Some projects include: * Research on issues related to Wal-Mart and the impact of big-box stores * California Policy Project: A comprehensive project involving all issues relating to California, including the policy surrounding top legislative priorities, 2006-07 budget analysis, Northern California emergency preparedness and relief, water, the environment, issues surrounding the June primary election, Schwarzenegger's public works proposal, education in California, youth voter turnout, immigration policy, and more. Fellows are given the opportunity to work with policy experts and professionals in government, academia and policy organizations, and are also provided numerous training workshops, lectures and seminars, guest speakers and other fellow services. Much more is in the works, and will debut this semester, including public policy internships, policy conferences and symposia, and increased publication opportunities. In addition, we solicit existing work from students to promote to strategic audiences in government, media and academia to influence public policy and to advance research-based, progressive policy objectives. The priority deadline for Spring 2006 fellow applications is 5:00 pm on Wednesday, January 30, 2006. If you have any questions, contact Albert Fang, Policy Coordinator, at berkeleyroosevelt@gmail.com. >> UCDC An Application form for the Fall 2006 UC Berkeley Washington Program is now available online, at: http://ucdc.berkeley.edu Thirty students selected this Spring will go to DC next Semester. Each Fall and Spring, the UCB Washington Program sends undergraduates to Washington, D.C., to complete academic research projects of their own design, and to participate in internships related to their research. The Program is open to juniors and seniors in any major, and graduating seniors may participate during their final semester at UCB (but not after they actually graduate). To apply, you must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, and have junior or senior standing in the semester you plan to attend. You must also have taken at least two upper-division courses on the UC Berkeley campus, which provide background for the topic you intend to research. Internships are available in a wide variety of DC-based government agencies, nonprofit organizations, policy think-tanks, media outlets, and businesses. Students live in the brand new UC Washington Center at Scott Circle and UCB financial aid is transferrable to DC. Students earn a full semester of UCB academic credit. Applications for the Fall 2006 Program are due Wednesday, March 1, 2006 at 4 p.m. Candidate interviews will be conducted in mid-March 2006 for the Fall 2006 Program. Accepted students will be notified in the 12th week of class in the semester they apply. I will hold information sessions during the late January and early February. An alumnus/a of the program will talk about his/her experience and answer your questions. Following are times and locations: All sessions will be held in 291 Barrows Hall Wed. Feb. 1: Noon - 1:30 P.M. Information about how to locate internships in DC is available on a bulletin board outside the UCB Washington Program Office and at the Information Sessions. The Program Office is at M24 Wheeler Hall, and generally will be open 9-12 and 1-4 on Mondays through Thursdays. More details about the program can be obtained by e-mailing ucdc@berkeley.edu, by visiting M24 Wheeler Hall, or by calling 510/642-9102. >> Paid Campaign Internships: John Dutra for State Senate Join several Cal students and alumni in a paid campaign internship opportunity for former Assemblymember and State Senate candidate John Dutra (D-Fremont). JOHN DUTRA FOR STATE SENATE is currently seeking energetic, hard-working and outgoing students for a number of paid, part-time positions through the June 2006 primary election. The internship will offer students the opportunity to gain valuable experience at the ground level of a full-scale, grass-roots campaign. The 10th Senate District covers a large portion of Alameda and Santa Clara counties. COMPENSATION: $10.00 per hour. DESCRIPTION: QUALIFICATIONS: Excellent communications skills; experience working on community and volunteer projects; strong Microsoft Office skills; professional demeanor at all times. TO APPLY: Contact Louis Heystek, Field Coordinator, at louis@johndutra.com or 510.727.1851. DEADLINE: February 10, 2006. >> PPIA Fellowship Program The Public Policy & International Affairs Fellowship Program is now accepting applications for Summer 2006. Awards: Attend a summer program fully funded (includes travel to and from a JSI, room & board, books, $1000 stipend), and receive a minimum of $5000 scholarship when enrolled in a consortium graduate program. Deadline: March 1st Email: ppia@ppiaprogram.org Sunday, January 22, 2006
CAL BERKELEY DEMOCRATS *********************** >> First Meeting: Thursday, Jan. 26, 170 Barrows Don't miss our first meeting of the semester! We'll talk about plans for some exciting upcoming activities. FREE PIZZA will be enjoyed by all, so bring your friends! >> Calling All Courageous Tablers If you want to be the face of Cal Dems at our table on Sproul, email Suzanne (suzanne@caldems.com) with the times you're available. Thanks! *********************** >> UCDC Talks Interested in spending a semester in Washington, D.C.? Come meet Dr. Michael Goldstein, Director of the UC Berkeley Washington (UCDC) Program, and hear what he has planned for Spring Semester! Dr. Goldstein will also share tips about putting together an impressive application and finding an internship in the capital. Two talks are scheduled: Tuesday, Jan. 24, 12-1:30 p.m. in 291 Barrows Hall and Wednesday, Jan. 25, 12-1:30 p.m. in 291 Barrows Hall. Find out why Cal students rave about the UCDC Program! >> Mike Honda on Campus The Boalt Hall Democrats will host Congressman (CA-15) and DNC Vice Chair Mike Honda in the Goldberg Room of Boalt Hall. >> Hillary Rodham Clinton in SF The Bar Association of San Francisco Foundation presents: "Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton in Conversation with Jane Pauley" Location: Nob Hill Masonic Auditorium, San Francisco Wednesday, January 11, 2006
CAL BERKELEY DEMOCRATS *********************** >> SFYD Candidates Forum Don't miss your chance to join the San Francisco Young Democrats to hear from the following candidates running for state office in the June 2006 Primary Election. We are proud and honored to have these candidates coming to SFYD and it is incredible opportunity to educate yourselves as we enter an important election year. * Lt. Governor Candidates: Sen. Jackie Speier, Hon. John Garamendi & Sen. Liz Figueroa Time: 7:00-9:00pm For more information contact SFYD President Owen Stephens (prez@sfyoungdems.org). *********************** >> Reproductive Rights Demonstration Help defend reproductive freedom. Converge in SF to show your support for OUR REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS. In response to the 2nd annual Walk for Life, an anti-choice demonstration in SF, the Bay Area Coalition for Our Reproductive Rights is hosting a counter demonstration to be held on the 33rd anniversary of Roe v. Wade, JANUARY 21, 2006. See www.bacorr.org for more information and contact Katherine Darling kdarling@berkeley.edu for more information about how to get involved. *********************** >> Paid Internship at Damic Foundation! For 25 years, the Women's Foundation of California has pursued a vision where women and girls can thrive. We do this by making financial investments and providing intensive capacity-building; serving as a policy advocate for women and girls throughout California; and inspiring donor activism and strategic philanthropy. We have delivered over $17 million in grants and capacity-building to more than 1,000 innovative organizations that promote women's economic security, women's health, environmental justice and the leadership development of women and girls throughout California. The Los Angeles Office of the Foundation is currently seeking a Program and Administrative intern to begin immediately and continue through June 2006. The internship requires a minimum of 10 hours/week in our Los Angeles office and provides a monthly stipend of $400. Tasks include, but are not limited to, general administrative support, research, writing, and possibly also grant review, analysis, and site visits. We are looking for a team-player who is enthusiastic and positive and has excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Outlook are also required. Database experience is a plus. Please submit a cover letter and resume to Office and Operations Administrator Christina Lam at ChristinaL@womensfoundca.org. >> USAS (United Students Against Sweatshops) International Internship Interested in the international labor movement? Want to spend your summer fighting for workers' rights abroad? Apply for USAS' International Summer Internship Program and spend your summer living, working, and researching in another country! Workers throughout the world are struggling for the right to organize independent unions in their workplaces, the right to safe and healthy working conditions, living wages and above all respect and dignity in the workplace. As students in the United States on some of the wealthiest campuses in the world, we have a unique leverage in the struggle for justice worldwide. The international summer internship program helps bring together student power and worker power to make real change on our campuses and in the garment industry. International summer interns often work closely with the Solidarity Center in the country in which they are placed, as well as with local labor unions and labor support organizations. Interns are provided with housing and a food stipend. In the past interns have conducted interviews with workers about their wages and working conditions, visited factories and boarding houses, attended regional and local conferences, worked closely on union organizing drives, spread the word about the work that USAS does, and developed long lasting relationships through which USAS can build its important work. This year, students will focus on supporting workers and gathering more data in the collegiate apparel industry and well as the food and beverage industry. Placements will be selected from the following: Bangladesh, China, Hong Kong, India, Cambodia, Thailand, Indonesia, Haiti, El Salvador, Mexico Guatemala, Colombia, the Philippines, and South Africa. The program lasts 8-10 weeks, and begins with a training session in Washington DC prior to the interns' departure. | |