02/10/20 - Democracy 911! Your voice and vote needed!
After voting against witnesses in Trump’s impeachment trial, both Missouri Senators Blunt and Hawley voted with the GOP majority last week to acquit the President. Feeling emboldened Trump immediately began verbally lashing out against Democrats, Sen. Romney, and on Friday he retaliated against witnesses Gordon Sondland and Lt. Col. Vindman by firing them and fired Vindman’s twin brother who had nothing to do with the impeachment proceedings.
Meanwhile in Jefferson City despite two extraordinary filibuster efforts by Senate Democrats, the GOP majority is advancing their repeal version of Clean Missouri, SJR 38 sponsored by Republican Sen. Dan Hegeman, because they say you and 62% of Missouri voters didn’t understand it.
Have you had enough of politicians ignoring the will of the people and their oath of office? We must continue to hold these elected officials accountable and MAKE SURE WE VOTE!
Here are some key dates for Missouri voters to remember:
February 12
Last day to register for the Presidential Preference Primary on March 10
March 11
Last day to register for the General Municipal Election on April 7
July 8
Last day to register for the Primary Election on August 4
October 7
Last day to register for the General Election November 3
To register to vote online go to https://www.sos.mo.gov/elections/goVoteMissouri/register
The following Lobby Day events are also great opportunities to make your voice heard by meeting face to face with your legislators to discuss issues of importance to you:
Missouri Retired Teachers Association (MRTA) Legislative Blitz Day - February 11
Missouri State Capitol Bldg., Jefferson City MO - First Floor Rotunda - 10:30 a.m.
MRTA wants to keep bad bills out of committee! MRTA members are encouraged to attend. Please plan a meeting with your Senator and Representative. RSVP no later than 4:00 p.m. Fri February 7 by calling (877) 366-6782 or email mrta@mrta.org Find more details here: https://missouriretiredteachers.org/events/mrta-legislative-day/
ACLU of Missouri - Voices of Liberty Lobby Day - February 12 - Jefferson City, MO
“It's your opportunity to tell your elected officials how important it is to protect the rights of all Missourians. Learn about the legislative process and help us defend civil liberties, as you meet with legislators. Please formally register at the web link below so we have your information on hand and so we can send you updates: https://action.aclu.org/webform/mo-2020-voices-of-liberty-lobby-day
2020 Missouri Advocacy Day on February 18 Hosted by Moms Demand Action - MO
“Volunteers from across Missouri will travel to Jefferson City for our annual Advocacy Day. We'll first meet at the nearby Millbottom Events Space to review our goals for the day. We'll then walk over to the Capitol to meet with legislators and show that Missourians want them to act to save lives. Wear your red Moms Demand Action shirts or any red shirt! More information to come on carpooling, parking, and other details.
