[Cal Dems] October 28 Digest: Pick your Candidate, Cal in the Capital applications due Friday!

[Molly Green]

Happy Halloween week Cal Dems!  Our meeting last week with student and
alumni representatives from the Obama, Edwards, Clinton, and Richardson
campaigns was very informative.  We have another great meeting planned for
this week, so come on out!  And if you find yourself with some downtime
and are tired of facebook stalking, check out www.caldems.com and take a
look at or even write for our blog!

Happy Birthday to Filomene Morrison, Rubi Sanchez, Dillon Wong, and Daniel
Chun from the Cal Dems.  Enjoy!

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CAL DEMS ANNOUNCEMENTS:

-General Meeting, Thursday 7pm, 56 Barrows
This week we will have a survey of where Clinton, Edwards, Richardson, and
Obama stand on the issues you care about- the catch is we’ll just put the
positions and not the names and then match you up with the best candidate
for you!  If you are unsure of whom to support or just want some more info
on the candidates, this is a great meeting to attend.

-Weekly tabling for Cal Dems, Thursday 11-12:30, Sproul
A spot to table for the club has opened up. If you are available and
willing to table on Sproul on Thursdays from 11-12:30 please email Molly
B. (molly at caldems.com) asap.

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PROGRESSIVE QUOTE OF THE WEEK:

“Much of the insensibility and hardness of the world is due to the lack of
imagination which prevents a realization of the experience of other
people.” –Jane Addams

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PROGRESSIVE EVENTS:

-Conference on responsible investing for UC Regents, UCLA, Nov. 17 and 18

What: A gathering for members of the 10 UC schools to learn about
responsible investing and plan a campaign
for both individual campuses and the UC Regents to implement
responsible investing policies.
This conference is co-presented with Amnesty International UCLA.
 When: Saturday, November 17 and Sunday, November 18, 2007
 Where: UCLA, Los Angeles , CA .
Get your school to sponsor you!!!
Because our travel scholarships are limited, to receive one from REC
you must have already approached your school to see about getting
support. This is much easier than it sounds: attached to this email
are a sample letter and tips--get this in asap if you want to come!
Contact us with any questions at 650.344.0895  or
margaret at endowmentethics.org, and we'll see you this fall!

We will also raffle off hot prizes for early registrants…so why wait?
Go to www.endowmentethics.org/UC/register.html to register!


For more information or to register, please go to
www.endowmentethics.org.  Online registration is now open for REC's fall
conferences at
www.endowmentethics.org!


-"Setting the Agenda: Examining the Critical Legal Issues Facing
African-Americans and Minority Communities in the 2008 Elections "
November 9, 2007 @ Boalt Hall -- UC Berkeley


As the 2008 election draws near, what are the critical legal issues
facing minority communities across the United States? How will the
lives and needs of these communities influence and be influenced by
electoral politics, the 2008 presidential election, and the next
administration? What are the key problems and how can we effectively
address them as we move towards the next phase in the nation's
political life?


On November 9, 2007, the Berkeley Journal of African-American Law &
Policy (BJALP) will host a symposium focusing on critical legal issues
facing minority communities in light of the upcoming 2008 election.
Given the current legal, social, and political atmosphere, this is an
opportune time to examine those issues that are most salient to
minority communities and to begin setting an agenda aimed at effective
change and reform. We invite you to be a part of the discussion.


Visit www.settingtheagenda2008.com for the symposium schedule and details!

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PROGRESSIVE OPPORTUNITIES:

-Equilar Research Analyst needed

Equilar, the market leader for benchmarking executive and board pay and a
NASDAQ strategic alliance partner is back at Cal and actively recruiting
Fall and Spring graduates to join our Winter and Summer
Research Analyst Class!  More than 50% of our Research Analyst
department is made up of Cal Alumni!  Successful Research Analysts at
Equilar have had various backgrounds with degrees ranging from Legal
Studies, Political Science, and Economics to Bio-Chemistry,
Bio-Engineering, and Physics.  This position is a great opportunity
for someone who may not have a business background or degree, who is
seeking an opportunity to get start in the corporate world.  If you
are looking for an opportunity to work in an environment that supports
career growth, leadership and skill development, and is team oriented,
Equilar may be the place for you!


And if you are interested in meeting the "real" people who work at
Equilar, we will be on-campus at the following events:


-          10/31 - Early Bird Internship Fair – MLK Building, Pauley
Ballroom – 12pm – 4pm

-          11/8 – Information Session – Alumni House, Sibley Room –
6:30pm – 8:00pm (Guest Speaker – David Chun, CEO)

-          11/14 – On Campus Recruiting (OCR) – Career Center – Resume
Drop Deadline – 10/31


Christine Teng, SPHR (Cal Alum)
Email: cteng at equilar.com
Website: www.equilar.com


-Barak Obama Student Organizer Internship Program

The California headquarters of Obama for America is launching its
'Student Organizer Internship Program'. The Campaign is currently
seeking 5 interns. Each Student Organizer will be
working on their campus to help implement traditional organizing
models, assist in the execution of visibility and awareness events,
and help with the management of student voter data.

 This is an unpaid position that offers Student Organizers invaluable
hands-on political experience. The Organizers will play an integral
role in an innovative youth-vote building strategy, and build valuable
relationships with Obama for America staff and within the student
network of political activists and organizers. Each Organizer will
play a crucial role in implementing the California Obama for America
youth-voter strategy, and will be responsible for effectively creating
and utilizing a student supporter network.

 The internship is a 10 hour per week commitment--though the intern
will have control over their own schedule (e.g., the work can be done
in the evenings, weekends, between class, etc.) If interested, please
send a cover letter and resume to mgoedman at barackobama.com. You will
receive an email acknowledging receipt. An interview will be scheduled
for the following week.


-Hillary Clinton Campaign

Internships at the San Francisco office are available in the
Communications Department, Policy Department, and Field Operations
Department. Hone your leadership skills working with volunteers, learn how
to plan campaign rallies, and work hand-in-hand with experienced and
dedicated campaign officials! This internship is an excellent opportunity
in a fast paced, growing, and forward thinking environment.
Interested? Send your resume to HRCNorCalIntern at gmail.com.

Volunteer positions are also available. Our volunteers are charged with
getting the word out about Hillary by reaching out to their social
networks through e-mails, calls, and house parties.
To sign up, e-mail NorCalHRC at hillaryclinton.com.


-Cal in the Capital, applications due Nov. 2

Cal in the Capital (CITC) is currently accepting applications for the
summer of 2008.  Founded in 1965, CITC is a student-managed internship
program housed in the Cal Corps Public Service Center.  Every summer, CITC
sends dozens of Berkeley students to live and work in Washington, DC. 
Through the program, students explore their interests, enhance their
professional and leadership skills, learn about national issues and
current events, network with Cal alumni, and explore the dynamic life of
our nation’s capital.  Students who demonstrate interest in public service
and social change, regardless of their academic concentration or year, are
encouraged to apply.

  Applications are available online at
http://citc.berkeley.edu/application.php.
Applications are due by Friday, November 2, 2007.

  Please direct any questions to citc at berkeley.edu or visit
http://citc.berkeley.edu.



- UC in Sacramento Internship Program -¬ Exciting Opportunities in State
 Government!

Open to all majors, the University of California Center in Sacramento
program gives students from all UC campuses the opportunity to participate
in internships tailored to their goals while living and studying only
blocks from the Capitol building.

Apply now for the Spring 2008 session! A 3.0 minimum GPA and Junior
standing are required before entering the program, though Freshmen and
Sophomores are encouraged to attend and plan for the future. This program
is also open to graduate students and graduating seniors.  Applications
and additional information available online.

 Visit http://career.berkeley.edu/Internships/UCCS.stm to learn more!



-Internship for the Office of Sen. Diane Feinstein

Students interested in public service and the federal government are
encouraged to apply for an internship with the Office of U.S. Senator
Dianne Feinstein in San Francisco.

Working with the Senator's office gives students a chance to see how a
Senate office functions and provides a local perspective on assisting
constituents with varying issues involving the federal government.

Intern duties may include:
Handling constituent phone calls and requests, assisting with
correspondence, drafting constituent letters, conducting research,
attending community meetings, helping staff with advance work for events,
opening and sorting mail

To apply please visit the Senator's website and complete the intern
application: www.feinstein.senate.gov or click here Application Form
http://feinstein.senate.gov/public/index.cfm?FuseAction=Files.View&File
Submit completed applications directly to the San Francisco office via
e-mail to: morgan_galli at feinstein.senate.gov

Start dates and work schedules are very flexible.
This is an unpaid internship