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Principles of San Juan County Democrats We, the Democrats of San Juan County, believe in the principles enshrined in the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights. These fundamental democratic principles to which we subscribe: Liberty, Equality, Community, Justice, Cooperation, Security, and Open Society, provide the foundation of our work as a local political party. In promoting these principles, we place enduring value on the individual qualities of honesty, integrity, fortitude, ethics, forward vision, and open communication essential to sound democratic process. BY-LAWS “What has distinguished our ancestors?–That they would not admit of tortures, or cruel and barbarous punishment.” “But Congress may introduce the practice of the civil law, in preference to that of the common law…they will tell you that there is such a necessity of strengthening the arm of government, that they must have a criminal equity, and extort confession by torture, in order to punish with still more relentless severity. We are then lost and undone.” Patrick Henry, June 16, 1778 Virginia Ratifying Convention Democrats of San Juan County P.O. Box 1007 Friday Harbor, WA 98250about us | issues | commentary | membership | donate | resources | calendar | home
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By Laws
BY-LAWS We, the Democrats of San Juan County, believe in the concepts expressed in the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution of the United States that all power to govern resides with the people. We organize and pledge ourselves to promote a truly representative party, open to all who support its principles. We further pledge to make every effort to encourage maximum participation in the political process and to protect individual rights, civil liberties, our environment, and social and economic justice for all. ARTICLE 1 – NAME Section 1. The name of this organization shall be the “San Juan County Democratic Central Committee”, commonly known as the “San Juan County Democrats”. Section 2. Any use of the name “Democrats” or Democrat in any election that implies that an organization or candidate is a part of the Democratic Party without the approval of this organization shall be prohibited. ARTICLE II – PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES Section 1. This organization shall function continuously and shall otherwise operate under the applicable By-Laws and rules of the State and National Democratic Charter and rules and the laws of the State of Washington. 1 Section 2. This organization shall: a. Assist in the election…
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Mission Statement
Platform
San Juan County Democratic Party Platform Adopted by a quorum of Precinct Delegates, April 19, 2008 County Convention in Friday Harbor Declaration of Principles We, the Democrats of San Juan County, believe in the principles enshrined in the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights. These are fundamental democratic principles to which we subscribe: Liberty – freedom of religion, freedom of speech, freedom of the press, freedom of assembly, freedom to petition the Government for redress of grievances, freedom from unreasonable search and seizure. Justice – due process of law, trial by jury, basic human rights – including economic justice. Equality – equal rights, equal opportunity, fairness. Cooperation – domestic tranquility and civility, pursuit of happiness, peaceful resolution of disputes, provision of humanitarian aid. Community – promotion of the general welfare – including universal health care, public good, fiscal responsibility, responsible stewardship of the Earth and its biodiversity. Security – common defense, public safety, multilateral partnerships, mutual alliances, security of all people worldwide. Open Society – government transparency, open elections, public participation in the process of governance, right to vote and have it validated; provide the foundation of our work as a local political party. In promoting…
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Politically-Oriented Organizations Air America Backbone Campaign, www.backbonecampaign.org Breakthrough Institute, www.thebreakthrough.org Center for American Progress, www.americanprogress.org Center for Public Integrity, www.publicintegrity.org The Democracy Alliance, www.democracyalliance.com Democracy for America, www.democracyforamerica.com Democratic Leadership Council, www.dlc.org Democracy Now!, www.democracynow.org FactCheck.org, www.factcheck.org Green Institute, www.greeninstitute.net Longview Institute, www.longviewinstitute.org MoveOn.org, www.moveon.org New Democrat Network, www.ndn.org opensecrets.org, www.opensecrets.org Open Society Institute, www.soros.org Progressive Democrats of America Progressive Legislative Action Network, www.progressivestates.org Progressive Majority, www.progressivemajority.org Progressive Majority Washington, www.progressivemajoritywashington.org Progressive Policy Institute, www.ppionline.org Public Citizen, www.citizen.org Rockridge Institute, www.rockridge.org True Majority, www.truemajority.org truthout, www.truthout.org Voters Unite Register Five Democrats, www.registerfivedemocrats.com Political Parties The Democratic Party, Democratic National Committee WA State Democratic Party, www.wa-democrats.org WA State Democratic Party 40th Legislative District Skagit County Democrats, www.skagitdemocrats.org Whatcom County Democrats, The New Voice of the Democrats in Northwestern Washington Green Party of the United States, www.gp.org Green Party of Washington, www.wagreens.us/home Green Party of San Juan County, www.mindspring.com/gposjc/default.htm The Republican Party, www.rnc.org WA State Republican Party, www.wsrp.org San Juan County Republican Party, www.sjcrp.org Elected Officials U.S Senator Patty Murray, www.murray.senate.gov U.S Senator Maria Cantwell, www.cantwell.senate.gov U.S Representative Rick Larsen, www.house.gov/larsen Local Register to Vote Election Results Documents The Declaration of Independence The Constitution The Bill of Rights Universal Declaration of Human…
Membership
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION We are a membership organization and encourage you to join. Membership is FREE Please mail membership requests to: Democrats of San Juan County P.O. Box 1007 Friday Harbor, WA 98250 If you would like to be on our mailing list, please send us an email with the following information, or print this page, fill it out and mail it to the address above. Name Address City Zip Code Email Address Phone Number(s) How did you hear about us? Comments “What has distinguished our ancestors?–That they would not admit of tortures, or cruel and barbarous punishment.” “But Congress may introduce the practice of the civil law, in preference to that of the common law…they will tell you that there is such a necessity of strengthening the arm of government, that they must have a criminal equity, and extort confession by torture, in order to punish with still more relentless severity. We are then lost and undone.” Patrick Henry, June 16, 1778 Virginia Ratifying Convention
Donation
We rely on your donations to maintain and update our database and website, for advertising, party events such as caucuses and conventions, and direct mailing. Our organization is run by volunteers so any financial support is greatly appreciated. Please mail donations to: Democrats of San Juan County P.O. Box 1007 Friday Harbor, WA 98250 “What has distinguished our ancestors?–That they would not admit of tortures, or cruel and barbarous punishment.” “But Congress may introduce the practice of the civil law, in preference to that of the common law…they will tell you that there is such a necessity of strengthening the arm of government, that they must have a criminal equity, and extort confession by torture, in order to punish with still more relentless severity. We are then lost and undone.” Patrick Henry, June 16, 1778 Virginia Ratifying Convention
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