It must be wonderful for us to be strong, worry free, and, of course, healthy, but our nation is not healthy. Believe it or not, 2008 is a momentous time for us. Aside from the trivialities, there are serious issues involved in this presidential campaign. For the insured/uninsured, employee/employer, and for that matter, each and everyone, healthcare policies proposed by the two presidential campaigns could be the make or break experience when adopted in the near future. Obama proposes affordable coverage for all citizens; McCain’s policy can worsen the status quo, letting individuals sink or swim in the crooked market place.

Yes we can do better, much better! For your own health, for your family’s health, and the health of the nation, cherish your vote!  read more »

Progressive voters have been persistently challenging the Presidential candidates and other political leaders on the issues we care about most this election year. As just one example, we saw the power of mobilization when we organized our outrage over the FISA debacle and demanded that the candidates resist the Bush Administration’s attempts to grant blind amnesty to corporations that violated our Constitutional rights. Our coordinated efforts around the FISA issue reminded Congress that progressives care about holding corporations accountable, and will hold representatives accountable too.  read more »