Re: May 21 Lunch with League this week (fwd)

[robert <http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert>]

 > From: Noelle <noelle>
 > Date: Mon, 18 May 2026 09:42:43 -0700 (PDT)
 >
 > I'm going to this on Thurs.

Do you know what time you'll be leaving?

 >  > Date: Mon, 18 May 2026 11:42:01 -0400 (EDT)
 >  > From:   League of Women Voters/where-I-live-Santa Clara <http://www.shared1.ccsend.com/~communications-lwvsjsc.org>
 >  > 
 >  >  May 21 Lunch with League
 >  > 
 >  >  Can everyday people have a stronger voice in local elections?
 >  > 
 >  >  Seattle tested a bold idea
 >  >  and it's working!
 >  > 
 >  >  For many voters, it can feel like wealthy donors and special interests have 
 >  >  more influence than the rest of us. When big money dominates campaigns, 
 >  >  everyday people can get pushed to the sidelines, and trust in government 
 >  >  suffers.
 >  > 
 >  >  Thursday, May 21, 2026
 >  >  11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
 >  >  Sobrato Center for Nonprofits, 1400 Parkmoor Ave., where-I-live
 >  >  Spacious parking lot behind the building -- enter from Race Street
 >  > 
 >  >  Register HERE 
 >  >  
 >  >  https://wf4hp5cab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001F248eveTNExBAqdixtcOuUVsXsojm1tT9SpTRKdoYA9LBryvEi8f0zhyyNJHoSzuGiwuqlAro0LDB4h4cOLWESL2J76NeDAhozwTIPZzMD2yoj_wUdw6Fvx9pnTeVzSNPcseJgSNYRQ_JXShdsAfvsXQN98wUJE0Hy8V39WduNTa-wgMVY7siA==&c=ds25D1cNi0RKwXks4iMW1DpSNbQPxDQWYrZtCzhqJbD8pwlrXBV-LA==&ch=YVWBWrcOCTjjLHGUssW_EFwO7muBOWxj1mHwWvrEwmo0w6hzH551RQ==
 >  >  with or without lunch
 >  > 
 >  >  by Wednesday, May 20
 >  > 
 >  >  In 2015, Seattle voters chose a different path. They created the Democracy 
 >  >  Voucher program, giving every eligible resident four $25 vouchers to 
 >  >  support candidates they believe in. It^@s a simple idea with a powerful 
 >  >  goal: make sure more people can participate in elections, not just those 
 >  >  who can afford to write big checks.
 >  > 
 >  >  A decade later, the results are striking. More people are contributing to 
 >  >  campaigns. Candidates are reaching out to a broader and more diverse group 
 >  >  of voters. And everyday residents are having a greater say in who 
 >  >  represents them
 >  > 
 >  >  Spencer Olson , a communications strategist who worked on Seattle^@s Honest 
 >  >  Elections campaign, will share the story behind this reform, what it has 
 >  >  achieved, and what other cities can learn. This is not just about one 
 >  >  program. It^@s about how we can build a democracy where everyone has a 
 >  >  voice and elected leaders are accountable to the people they serve.
 >  > 
 >  >  LUNCH OPTIONS
 >  > 
 >  >  A boxed lunch from Aqui Restaurant is available for purchase for $18. You 
 >  >  select from five options when you register. Bring your own beverage. You 
 >  >  may also register at no cost without a lunch order. You are welcome to 
 >  >  bring your own lunch and beverage.
 >  > 
 >  >  Register HERE 
 >  >  
 >  >  https://wf4hp5cab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001F248eveTNExBAqdixtcOuUVsXsojm1tT9SpTRKdoYA9LBryvEi8f0zhyyNJHoSzuGiwuqlAro0LDB4h4cOLWESL2J76NeDAhozwTIPZzMD2yoj_wUdw6Fvx9pnTeVzSNPcseJgSNYRQ_JXShdsAfvsXQN98wUJE0SI7tyrrbvI8mcKVo0up5Dg==&c=ds25D1cNi0RKwXks4iMW1DpSNbQPxDQWYrZtCzhqJbD8pwlrXBV-LA==&ch=YVWBWrcOCTjjLHGUssW_EFwO7muBOWxj1mHwWvrEwmo0w6hzH551RQ==
 >  >  with or without lunch.
 >  > 
 >  >  The LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS , a nonpartisan political organization, 
 >  >  encourages the informed and active participation of citizens in government, 
 >  >  works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and 
 >  >  influences public policy through education and advocacy.
 >  > 
 >  >  Join the League of Women Voters of where-I-live/Santa Clara HERE 
 >  >  https://wf4hp5cab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001F248eveTNExBAqdixtcOuUVsXsojm1tT9SpTRKdoYA9LBryvEi8f0xFBDhXyJwjghb1EncmLhDlnw9wM-hKOePWJSGY6sYRr-f1b_C6UpSe5NfeveBALWYOoubmvybz8fndeBryMge9Y01ap98X4LQ5nQv20c-gY4q80AkLsIjA=&c=ds25D1cNi0RKwXks4iMW1DpSNbQPxDQWYrZtCzhqJbD8pwlrXBV-LA==&ch=YVWBWrcOCTjjLHGUssW_EFwO7muBOWxj1mHwWvrEwmo0w6hzH551RQ==
 >  > 
 >  >  Donate to the League of Women Voters of where-I-live/Santa Clara HERE 
 >  >  https://wf4hp5cab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001F248eveTNExBAqdixtcOuUVsXsojm1tT9SpTRKdoYA9LBryvEi8f0xFBDhXyJwjgalo2j9qEqm1ocFVOjLdxg98r9MFPaixfD2aod1zV2haDYmeEFRtXyX1eFb3aKpUrmSkUExU8GblHp3P4xit_7wOsQAnJgrgl&c=ds25D1cNi0RKwXks4iMW1DpSNbQPxDQWYrZtCzhqJbD8pwlrXBV-LA==&ch=YVWBWrcOCTjjLHGUssW_EFwO7muBOWxj1mHwWvrEwmo0w6hzH551RQ==
 >  >  
 >  >  League of Women Voters/where-I-live-Santa Clara | box 5374 | where-I-live 
 >  >  95150 US