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"Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I
remember. Involve me and I learn."
Benjamin Franklin
Links to organizations and agencies working toward democratic, progressive and
humanitarian goals.
Local Links
Island County Board of Commissioners
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This is a good site for following the
work of the Island County Commissioners. The minutes of the
commissioners' meetings are posted here.
Washington State Links
Washington State Young Democrats
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The Young Democrats of Washington are
committed to promoting Democratic Values and ensuring Young
Voters have a voice and access to the political process.
National Links
Democratic National Committee -
The Democratic National Convention
established the Democratic National Committee (DNC) in 1848.
The DNC is the oldest continuing party committee in the
United States and the world.
Young Democrats of America
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As the official youth arm of the Democratic Party, YDA
mobilizes young people under the age of 36 to participate in
the electoral process, influence the ideals of the
Democratic Party and develops the skills of the youth
generation to serve as leaders at the local and national
level.
Support our Troops -
Support troops by donating frequent flyer miles for R & R
and emergencies. See the web site for information
Democracy for America -
Inspired by the presidential campaign of Howard Dean,
Democracy for America (DFA) is a political action committee
dedicated to supporting fiscally responsible, socially
progressive candidates at all levels of government—from
school board to the presidency.
Air America Radio
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Liberal radio on the internet
Public Disclosure of Finances of
Campaigns -
Follow the fundraising and expenditures of candidates and
initiatives.Energy &
Environment
Green Primary.org -
The goal of GreenPrimary.org is to keep these issues on the
front burner and help America elect a president who will
support New Green ideas and action.
Puget Sound Partnership -
The Puget Sound Partnership defines, coordinates and
implements Washington state's environmental agenda for Puget
Sound.
Whidbey Island Conservation District (WICD) -
The Whidbey Island Conservation District serves residents of
Whidbey Island in conserving natural resources through
educational outreach as well as technical and financial
assistance to provide a healthy environment for present and
future generations.
Food Lifeline -
Food Lifeline is the Western Washington affiliate of
America's Second Harvest. As Washington's largest hunger
relief agency Food Lifeline is working to provide nutritious
food to hungry people in Western Washington. Each year Food
Lifeline rescues and distributes 21 million pounds of food
to its food bank network of Western Washington in 17
counties feeding 560,000 hungry people.
The organization recently honored Congressman Rick Larsen
for his work to end hunger.
Community Volunteer
Opportunities
Island County Community Web
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Our good neighbors at Whidbey Telecom host a website filled
with opportunities to volunteer in support of the Island
County Community. Check it out.
Central Whidbey Island Fire and Rescue
 North
Whidbey Fire and Rescue
 South
Whidbey Fire and Rescue (Island County Fire District 3)
WAIF -
The Whidbey Animals' Improvement Foundation (WAIF) is a
non-profit organization which was formed in 1990 in an
effort to help Whidbey Island's homeless companion animals.
WAIF is dedicated to provide food, shelter, veterinary care,
and nurturing to displaced pets until loving homes can be
found for them.
Good Cheer Food Bank -
Good Cheer is committed to creating a hunger-free community
on South Whidbey Island.
Whidbey General Hospital Foundation
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The Whidbey General Hospital Foundation was established in
1981 as a non-profit corporation to support the high quality
health care goals of Whidbey General Hospital. It's the
mission of the foundation to support Whidbey General
Hospital and community health endeavors through public
awareness and the development and management of charitable
resources.
Misc. News Links
Democrats.us -
News and views you will not find elsewhere.
Pacific Northwest Portal
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This resource was designed to help Democrats get real news
and find people in this region with like minded points of
view. We are very open to suggestions or ideas for
improvement, and eager to add new links to our ever growing
directory.
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