NEXT MCDP MEETING: FEBRUARY 11, 2010, 7:00 PM, CIO HALL
02/07/2010 QUOTE OF THE DAY: "Equality seems impossible in a society that still treats women as if they need to be protected from thinking too highly of themselves, lest they ruin their lives pursuing successful careers instead of settling down with Mr. Not-So-Bad. Protected from the evil women's organizations that try to counteract the anti-women organizations. Protected from an ideology that has dared to encourage women to think outside the kitchen. Protected from themselves.
And until women learn to reject that ideology, even and especially when it is fed to them by other women, they will never be truly free." -- Angry Mouse
THIS AND THAT - by Mary Valentine
02/07/2010 During these tough economic times and as temperatures continue to drop during the coldest months of the year, it's important to be aware of the easy energy efficiency and home weatherization tips that can help you save more of your hard-earned money.
Here are some tips on how to reduce your heating costs:
· Lower heat at night and when no one is at home
· Wash clothes in cold water
· Check heat ducts for leaks
· Close curtains at night
· Set the hot water heater to 120 degrees
· Insulate the hot water heater and pipes according to instructions
· Clean/replace furnace air filter regularly
· Check and maintain furnace each year
If you or anyone you know is concerned about not being able to pay utility bills this winter, contact your utility provider immediately to make arrangements. You can also contact the Michigan Department of Human Services' energy assistance hotline toll-free at (800) 292-5650 or visit www.michigan.gov. For additional information, please visit the U.S. Department of Energy at www.energy.gov/.
For more information, please don't hesitate to call my office at (517) 373-3436, or e-mail me at maryvalentine@house.mi.gov
Stop Asian Carp Invasion
The Supreme Court's recent refusal to stop an Asian carp invasion of our Great Lakes was unacceptable. With new evidence that DNA from Asian carp has been found in Lake Michigan, my colleagues and I have launched an online petition at www.noasiancarp.com that citizens can sign to call on the Solicitor General to recommend to reopen the Supreme Court case and close the two Chicago-area locks on Asian carp immediately. An Asian carp assault on the Great Lakes could devastate the multibillion-dollar fishing and boating industries and threaten the hundreds of thousands of jobs associated with them.
2010 Census: Now Hiring
Looking for a part-time job or want to earn some extra money? The U.S. Census Bureau is looking for temporary census takers. These short-term jobs offer good pay, flexible hours, paid training and reimbursement for certain work-related expenses. Census takers typically work varied hours in their own neighborhoods, up to 40 hours a week. Responsibilities can include locating households, updating address lists and conducting household interviews. For more information or to apply, visit the 2010 Census Web site at www.2010.census.gov and click on "Job Seekers."
Help for Homeowners Facing Foreclosure
The foreclosure crisis continues to hit Michigan families hard. If you or someone you know is having trouble paying their mortgage, I want you to know there is help available. A program that I helped pass into law gives struggling homeowners who seek help a 90-day reprieve from foreclosure. Eligible homeowners must agree to work with a housing counselor and their lender to reach a solution. Please visit my Web site to learn how to get free help through this program.
VALENTINE ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING
01/28/2010 Please join us for a 34th District Senate Campaign Organizational Meeting
Monday • February 8, 2010 • 6:00 pm
Muskegon Community College • Blue and Gold Room
221 S Quarterline Road • Muskegon
Agenda
• Welcome and Introductions • Why We Need Mary • Campaign Plan Overview • Advice From You• Volunteering • Next Steps
2010 is a critical year for the State of Michigan. This will determine the next 10 years due to the role it will play in the redistricting process. The time is now! Republican Majority Leader Mike Bishop has stated that it is time to cut necessities such as funding for the Michigan Promise Scholarship, local revenue sharing, health care and the environment. For too long the Republicans in the State Senate have been obstructionists to great ideas and sustained the influence of special interests. Please attend our organizational meeting and see what you and/or your organization can do to help retake the State Senate and get Mary elected!
VICTORY in 2010 is • Developing a Strong Grassroots Organization • A Strong Candidate • Fund Raising• Hard Work • The Truth • You
If you can’t attend the meeting and want to help, please contact: Chris Kilgroe • Campaign Manager ckilgroe@gmail.com • 231.672.5921
01/20/2010 Fred Johnson has been invited, and has accepted, an invitation to a candidate's forum organized by the Holland-Zeeland Tea Party Patriots!!!
All four of the Republican candidates for US House will be in attendance, and this is a great chance for Fred to get a first shot at mixing it up with his competition.
The forum is being held on Tuesday, February 9, at 7:00 pm, at the Howard Miller Library, 14 S. Church St., Zeeland. We strongly urge all supporters to attend.
This is a public meeting, in a public place, and we have been assured by organizers that we are welcome. We have also been assured by the organizers that we will receive fair, civil treatment, and that they want to hear from Fred. We must show the same respect and civility. But, let's show up, and show that Ottawa's not as red as they might think!! Please save this date!
NEXT MCDP MEETING: FEBRUARY 11, 2010, 7:00 PM, CIO HALL
QUOTE OF THE DAY: "Equality seems impossible in a society that still treats women as if they need to be protected from thinking too highly of themselves, lest they ruin their lives pursuing successful careers instead of settling down with Mr. Not-So-Bad. Protected from the evil women's organizations that try to counteract the anti-women organizations. Protected from an ideology that has dared to encourage women to think outside the kitchen. Protected from themselves.
And until women learn to reject that ideology, even and especially when it is fed to them by other women, they will never be truly free." -- Angry Mouse
