Talking Turkey

[John Mullin]

Some of you out there know I am a vegan.  But I can still “talk turkey,” a phrase of disputed origin, but what we have come to know as plain, direct talk.  And it’s time to talk plainly about Measures 66 and 67 during the Thanksgiving season.

 

Three Simple Ways To Protect Oregon This Thanksgiving

 

When times are at their toughest, Oregonians come together to make sure that those who need us most--children, seniors, struggling families--aren't left in the cold with nowhere to turn. This Thanksgiving, that means working to pass Measures 66 and 67 in order to preserve critical funding for schools and basic services that Oregonians depend on.

 

The election is more than two months away (January 26), but now is the time to get the word out. Below is a list of ways you can get involved over the next two weeks to help protect Oregon's future.

 

Host a Turkey Talk on Thanksgiving

 

You may already be cooking and having people over, so why not turn your Thanksgiving Feast into an opportunity to talk to your friends and family about what's at stake this January?

 

The Yes For Oregon Coalition has everything you need to get a simple conversation started with your guests. The Turkey Talk Kit includes conversation starters, FAQs, and even a simple table piece that will help you talk about why these measures are important to you.

 

There are two ways to get your Turkey Talk Kit and join hundreds of other Oregonians hosting Turkey Talks: Call 503-234-0444 or email Christel Allen at christe...@defendoregon.org, or download directly from our brand new website at www.VoteYesForOregon.org

 

Honor a Favorite Teacher by Knocking on Some Doors

 

Show your appreciation for a favorite teacher by taking part in an I Heart My Teacher Neighborhood Walk on Sunday, November 22. Click here for more information: http://voteyesfororegon.org/2009/11/honor-your-favorite-teacher-by-knocking-on-some-doors.html

 

Sunday, November 22, 1-5pm

Alameda Elementary School

2732 NE Fremont

Portland, OR

RSVP @ 503.234.0444

 

Sunday, November 22

1-3:30pm

Lane County Stand for Children/SEIU

488 E. 11th Ave

Eugene, OR

(basement of Oregon Community Credit Union building)

RSVP To: Joy Marshall, jmar...@stand.org

 

Not available Sunday?

 

Join us Saturday, November 21

9:30am-12pm

Cascade Middle School Cafeteria

1525 Echo Hollow Road

Bethel, OR

(just south of Willamette High School)

RSVP To: Donna Deforest, dldef...@comcast.net

 

Attend a Vote Yes For Oregon Campaign Kickoff!

 

Next week, the Vote Yes For Oregon Coalition is holding campaign kickoff meetings around the state.

 

Come find out latest updates on the campaign, find out how you can help support Measures 66 and 67, and take home stickers, lawn signs, and more!

 

Find out where the meeting is taking place in your community by clicking here: http://voteyesfororegon.org/2009/11/attend-a-vote-yes-for-oregon-campaign-kickoff-in-your-community.html

 

Deschutes County, November 16

Multnomah County, November 17

Washington County, November 17

Lane County, November 18

Marion County, November 18

Jackson County, November 19

Clackamas County, November 19

 

Sign the Vote Yes Pledge

 

If you haven't already, go online to sign the Vote Yes For Oregon Pledge. This will let the campaign know they can count on your Yes Vote this January, so they can focus their efforts on voters who still need to hear about what's at stake.

 

It only takes a minute and will make a big difference. Click here now to sign the Pledge: http://voteyesfororegon.org/getinvolved.html

 

Thanks for your consideration, and all best to you and yours and all of Oregon and the quality of life we hold dear,

 

John Mullin

Co-Chair

Human Services Coalition of Oregon