http://www.progressivefuture.org/blog http://www.progressivefuture.org/blog/health-care-for-america-now-rallies-in-dc 2009-06-26. Yesterday, Progressive Future's Political Director Brad Martin attended HCAN's rally for health care in Washington, D.C. Check out some great photos and see Brad's update on the rally below: Thousands of health care activists rallied in Washington DC today, calling on Congress to join President Obama in passing real health care reform in 2009 and to push through a public health care option that will increase competition and cut costs for families, communities and state governments. . . . http://www.progressivefuture.org/blog/health-care-for-america-now-rallies-in-dc Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:25:31 -0500 http://www.progressivefuture.org/blog/the-fight-is-on-for-clean-energy 2009-06-24. This Friday, clean energy legislation goes to the floor of the House--and it may not pass without a grassroots push over the next 36 hours. The American Clean Energy and Security Act (ACES, or Waxman-Markey) isn't perfect. But, it's a significant step. And, we working to strengthen and pass the bill. if passed, it will be the first EVER national effort to curb global warming. And, it will help move us towards a clean energy economy. The Center for American Progress reports that, along with President Obama's stimulus package, ACES will spur $150 billion in clean energy investments each year for a decade, creating 1.7 million new jobs in a typical year. All for the price of a postage stamp a day for an average American family. And, the energy efficiency provisions will actually save the typical family hundreds of dollars per year by 2030. But, even in a Democratic Congress, our contacts in DC tell me that passage is far from secure. Please take a moment to call your representative and urge him/her to vote for ACES. The congressional switchboard number is (202) 224-3121. For those who are interested, here's some more information on the bill: . . . http://www.progressivefuture.org/blog/the-fight-is-on-for-clean-energy Wed, 24 Jun 2009 21:04:19 -0500 http://www.progressivefuture.org/blog/hilarious-health-care-video This hilarious video comes to us from John Erhardt, leader of Denver's chapter of Drinking Liberally and Square State. . . . http://www.progressivefuture.org/blog/hilarious-health-care-video Wed, 24 Jun 2009 10:04:07 -0500 http://www.progressivefuture.org/blog/file-it-under-we-must-be-doing-something-right 2009-06-22. I just saw that we’ve been attacked by right wing blogger and talking head Michelle Malkin. Apparently, she was upset that some of our canvassers approached her to support President Obama’s health care plan at Denver International Airport. In spite of Malkin’s baseless speculation, we don’t receive any money from the stimulus bill or AmeriCorps—or any government funding at all for that matter. And, in spite of further speculation from folks commenting below the main post, we have no official connection to ACORN—although we consider them strong allies in the constant fight for civic engagement and greater public participation in our political process. No government money, no for-profit corporate funding. We raise our money from citizens who are tired of the mess we’re in and ready to become part of the solution. Oh, and Ms. Malkin also calls us silly for fundraising at the airport. But, Michelle, as an experienced traveler (I’m guessing), surely you’ve noticed that for every harried runner racing to catch his/her flight, there is another person who showed up two hours early fearing a giant line at security—and now has some serious time to kill. Turns out many of these people are happy for the opportunity to become a bit more politically engaged and help our president break through the log jam of special interest and right-wing opposition in Washington. Finally, I see that Malkin lives in Colorado Springs—not too far from our Denver headquarters. Perhaps she’d like to grab some lunch and talk things out. We’re not likely to agree, but it might be nice to learn something about the folks you’re attacking. Standing offer—I’ll pay. . . . http://www.progressivefuture.org/blog/file-it-under-we-must-be-doing-something-right Mon, 22 Jun 2009 15:26:55 -0500 http://www.progressivefuture.org/blog/adams-national-briefing-tour--final-part 2009-06-22. Welcome to the final installment of blog entries on my multi-city tour giving briefings to all of our Progressive Future canvass offices. . . . http://www.progressivefuture.org/blog/adams-national-briefing-tour--final-part Mon, 22 Jun 2009 13:38:39 -0500 http://www.progressivefuture.org/blog/house-dems-release-health-care-plan 2009-06-19. The House Democrats released their long-awaited heath care plan today. The summary looks good, and the Health Care for America NOW! coalition (of which Progressive Future is part) has immediately endorsed with high praise. . . . http://www.progressivefuture.org/blog/house-dems-release-health-care-plan Fri, 19 Jun 2009 18:25:05 -0500 http://www.progressivefuture.org/blog/adams-briefing-tour-part-iii-minneapolis-la-and-palo-alto 2009-06-18. Minneapolis . . . http://www.progressivefuture.org/blog/adams-briefing-tour-part-iii-minneapolis-la-and-palo-alto Thu, 18 Jun 2009 15:34:45 -0500 http://www.progressivefuture.org/blog/six-senators-to-watch-on-health-care 2009-06-16. Today's Washington Post has an interesting and helpful article today about the senators to watch as this health care debate unfolds. See the list below or read the original article here. . . . http://www.progressivefuture.org/blog/six-senators-to-watch-on-health-care Tue, 16 Jun 2009 11:36:47 -0500 http://www.progressivefuture.org/blog/adams-national-briefing-tour--part-ii-chicago 2009-06-15. I'm writing from O'Hare Airport where I'm stuck after my airline decided to downsize the plane and bump a set of us with confirmed tickets. Oh, well...at least I got a free trip and ran into a college friend who got me into the Red Carpet Lounge for free blocks of cheese. . . . http://www.progressivefuture.org/blog/adams-national-briefing-tour--part-ii-chicago Mon, 15 Jun 2009 20:31:46 -0500 http://www.progressivefuture.org/blog/adams-national-briefing-tour--part-i 2009-06-12. Every once in a while, it's nice to hit the road. Through a blur of airports, buses, and subways, I'm talking to the canvassers in all nine Progressive Future summer citizen outreach offices. . . . http://www.progressivefuture.org/blog/adams-national-briefing-tour--part-i Fri, 12 Jun 2009 16:01:55 -0500