NOTE: OCTOBER 7, 2019 DEADLINE FOR VOTER REGISTRATION IN PHILLY - are you ready?

By Gloria Dulan-Wilson

Hello All

October 7, 2019 is the deadline for voter registration in Philadelphia, PA

I had no idea it was so soon!! 

And I wondered why they were cutting it so short, until I realized that the general election date in Philadelphia is Tuesday, November 5, 2019.

 

I have mentioned to a fellow advocate that there should be an all out push to register those who are currently living in homeless shelters and senior citizen facilities - those who are also shut in can vote early, since they have difficulty getting to the polls.  It takes nothing to visit the Senior Citizen facilities and make it happen.

 

I don't know if this is a policy in Philadelphia - if it isn't, it should be - because they are still citizens - just operating under diminished mobile capacity. But they can make the difference between winning and losing an election.

That said:

Election time is coming - do you know who the candidates are? We can't afford to be sitting around acting as if these things are going to magically take care of themselves. The reason the Repuglycons  were able to attack our voting rights to begin with was because we had, as a people, become apathetic, negligent, sarcastic, and disrespectful of those rights, responsibilities and what they portended for us, our rights, power and future.  We obviously did not remember or respect the fact that there were many of our ancestors, and several of us contemporary seniors, who literally put our lives on the line so they could vote and have a decisive impact on what happens in this country - the city, the nation. 

 

Nov. 5, 2019 General Election
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On Tuesday, Nov. 5, voters in Pennsylvania go to the polls. Soon, you’ll be able to click on our  Ballot Tool to see who will be on your ballot.
Review the offices up for election in the menu to the left.

 

REMEMBER:  Leave no voter unturned, unregistered, and alone - if they need transportation - pick them up; if they need information, provide it to them; if they need relevance - show them what they have lost because of their lack of participation -

THE RULE FOR BLACK PEOPLE IS THIS:

VOTE AS THOUGH YOUR LIVES DEPEND ON IT - BECAUSE THEY DO.

My sister/friend Tamara Staley shared this with me, and I'm passing it on to you.

PLEASE SHARE WIDELY AND IMMEDIATELY!!

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Subject: Register to Vote by MONDAY Oct. 7

Only 5 days until the Pennsylvania Voter Registration Deadline for the November General Election! Are you and everyone you know registered to vote at their current address?
When we vote, we elect leaders who make decisions on issues that affect our lives. You must be registered by Monday, October 7 to have your voice heard in the November 5 election for local offices including Mayor, City Council, and City and State Court Judges.
REGISTER TO VOTE BY MONDAY, OCTOBER 7!
(Use and share this easy link to register or change your address: www.projecthome.org/register-vote) 

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Vote For Homes, a nonpartisan coalition, is working to make sure that as many voters as possible are registered voters in Pennsylvania.  Will you help us? Our specific emphasis is on people who are low-income, homeless, living with disabilities, or formerly incarcerated. For more about our coalition, visit voteforhomes.org.  
We want to support you to make sure that you and your clients are registered to vote and aware of the election. Are the clients at your organization registered to vote at their current address? Do you need registration forms? You can also register to vote or help someone register to vote online here.
What if I need voter registration forms?

• Let us know how many you need and we can make them available for pick up at Project HOME, 1515 Fairmount Ave. Email jenninemiller@projecthome.org or call 215-232-7272 x3042.

What do I do if I have completed voter registration forms?

• Bring them back to Project HOME at 1515 Fairmount Ave. by 3 pm on Monday, October 7 (or as soon as possible). 
• In Philly, you can also drop them off at 520 N. Delaware Avenue by midnight on Monday, October 7. If possible, please share the information with jenninemiller@projecthome.org so we can follow up with voters and help them get to the polls.

Not sure if you are registered?

• Check here: http://bit.ly/VoteVerifyPA You can also see your polling place here!

Please get registered or register someone you know TODAY. Visit voteforhomes.org for more information and voter education materials. This is an important time, and an important election.  Together we can work to ensure that all voices are heard and we can hold our elected leaders accountable.

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AARP Raises Funds For Suffering Senior Citizens - Your Donations are Needed

By Gloria Dulan-Wilson

AARP is being pro-active in helping senior citizens who are in crises.  And I wanted to do my part by posting their solicitation on my Blog.  

We've been left in a major trick bag, thanks to the Bush Administration's wrecking of the economy; the fact that the Repuglycons are trying to rob Social Security of it's funds and the promise made to Americans nearly 80 years ago by a president who knew he was responsible to human beings, not corporations.

So, if you have it to give, please share it - there is a timeline for this - and the person you help may be your neighbor, your mother or yourself.

We're all - at least most of us - one paycheck away from disaster right now!!

Stay Blessed
Gloria 

Lisa Marsh Ryerson, AARP Foundation <giving@aarp.org> wrote:

Gloria -- Since I wrote to you last, I've heard from so many generous people who are ready to help seniors struggling to meet their basic needs. Supporters across the country have shown us that they won't sit idly by while older Americans suffer. But we're still short of our goal of 3,000 supporters -- and we haven't heard from you yet. There are just hours left for you to make your gift. Right now, UnitedHealthcare is matching all individual donations dollar-for-dollar up to a total of $500,000 -- think of what a difference that could make for older adults who are dealing with issues of hunger, housing, income, and isolation. Millions of older Americans are counting on your support -- please take a moment to read my message below and make your gift of $10 today to help seniors in need! -- Lisa Make a Secure Donation | Forward to a Friend Time is running out -- help us meet our goal! Make your gift of $10 or whatever you can afford now. Dear Gloria, "Is there any hope for somebody my age?" This is the question we get over and over again at AARP Foundation -- we're so proud to be able to say "Yes!" and help seniors in crisis. But as millions of Americans face issues with hunger, housing, income, and isolation every day, we know we need to do more. Right now, you have a special opportunity to help us reach vulnerable older Americans. UnitedHealthcare has generously offered to match every gift dollar-for-dollar, up to a total of $500,000! But we're still trying to reach 3,000 supporters to take full advantage of this offer. Last year, compassionate people like you helped us exceed our goal -- will you do it again this summer? Don't wait -- make your gift of $10 and have it doubled! Every year, AARP Foundation helps millions of older Americans, giving them the resources and skills to meet their basic needs and providing hope for the future. Together, we have: Helped seniors -- including a veteran with two Purple Hearts and a Silver Star -- get access to healthy food through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Given older adults on the brink of foreclosure the knowledge and expertise necessary to keep their homes Connected seniors with job training and placement programs through the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) so they can once again buy groceries, pay their bills, and have rewarding careers …and more. Each time we extend a helping hand, we're building a better world where seniors can live their best lives instead of struggling just to get by. But there are still millions of older Americans who need access to AARP Foundation's life-changing programs. Will you help us reach them, Gloria? The generous offer from UnitedHealthcare to match gifts up to our total of $500,000 means that we can put a combined total of $1 million to work to help struggling seniors. That could make the difference between hardship and hope for millions of older Americans, and there's not a minute to lose. Every dollar you generously give -- and UnitedHealthcare matches -- will have a tremendous impact. Make your gift of $10 now! Together, we can make a difference for seniors across the country. Thanks for working with us on this important issue. Sincerely,     Lisa Marsh Ryerson     President, AARP Foundation DONATE Make a Secure Donation | Visit our website | Unsubscribe Prefer to give a gift through the mail? Just click here! Press Center | Events | Policy & Research | NRTA | TV | Radio | States | AARP en Espanol About AARP | Contact AARP | Careers | Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | Advertise with AARP © Copyright 1995 - 2014, AARP. All Rights Reserved. AARP Foundation, 601 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20049 AARP Foundation is an affiliated charity of AARP. You are receiving this message because you requested to keep in touch by email about AARP events or you are registered with AARP Foundation. If you would like to stop receiving email like this please click here to unsubscribe. If you would prefer to stop receiving all email from AARP then please click here. You can tell AARP about your interests and manage your AARP e-newsletter subscriptions from your AARP.org account. If you have not registered on AARP.org, click here. For a full list of fundraising registrations, click here.

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