[Cal Dems] March 9 Digest: CCD/CYD forum this Thursday

[Molly Green]

Hey all.  I hope you're ready for class again after this beautiful
weekend...fingers crossed that those March rains don't come any time soon.
Thanks to all who showed up for the East Bay Young Dems forum last
Thursday.  This week, we're back in Barrows and we'll be having some great
speakers...come check it out and be informed about your vote on
endorsements!

Happy Birthday to Seth Garwin, Sarah Gold, Tori Hopper, and Krystie Mak from
the Cal Dems.  Have a great day!

******************************CAL DEMS ANNOUNCEMENTS:
-General Meeting, Thursday, 56 Barrows, 7pm
This week we are having our own forum for California Young Democrats and
California College Democrats who are running for positions this year at the
state convention.  Come and learn about all our options before we endorse
our choices!

-Smart Ass
New issue is out...go get it!  The deadline for the next issue of SmartAss
is March 19.  The topics are national and international affairs.  Talk to
Marshall about any questions and email your articles at marshall at caldems.com

-PVC, Wednesday 7pm, 115 Barrows
As always, Morgan will have great things to discuss. Come check out the
Policy, Values, and Communication Committee if you're interested in becoming
more involved in Cal Dems or can't make our meetings on Thursdays.

-Dues
Get them into Sarah Stoller asap! Dues for the semester are $10.  If you
want to be able to vote on our endorsements for CYD/CCD you have to be a
member in good standing (aka attended 5 meetings and paid your dues!!)
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PROGRESSIVE QUOTE OF THE WEEK:
"Because democracy is not a spectator sport." - US presidential election
slogan, Democrats (2004)
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PROGRESSIVE EVENTS:

-Higher Education Policy in an Age of Globalization, Thursday March 13, 4pm
Toll Rm. Alumni House, reception following
   In an age of globalization, higher education policy must address several
questions: How can education prepare students for a world of frequent
revolutionary changes brought about by new technologies? How can higher
education reverse the trends toward inequality that globalization creates?
What should the response of education policy be to an increasingly
multicultural student body, and globalized society?
  The Peder Sather Symposium represents an ongoing collaboration between the
governments of Norway and Sweden and the University of California, Berkeley.
The goal of the symposium is to promote the understanding of political,
economic, and cultural issues. The event is designed to foster
interdisciplinary discussion among scholars and policymakers from Europe and
the U.S. on global and national issues of mutual concern.

-People's Park Forum, Thursday March 13, 5pm
The ASUC City Affairs Lobby would like to invite you to participate in the
People's Park Open Forum to be held on Thursday, March 13 at 5 PM, location
TBD. Our goal is to provide a space where UC students, community members,
and elected community officials can come together and discuss the recent
events affecting People's Park and the next steps to be taken. Because so
many of the residents that live, work, and study in the area surrounding the
Park are Cal students, the Forum's emphasis will be on receiving your input
on both the present and future of the Park. We hope that you will be able to
attend and look forward to hearing your opinions on the 13th! For more
information or to communicate your ideas by email, please contact
cityaffairs at gmail.com.
--Eating Disorders Awareness Week and The Body Positive Founder, Mon. March
10, 6-7, Crossroads room TBA
Intuitive Eating: Creating a Positive Relationship With Your Body and Food
Connie Sobczak, Co-Founder of The Body Positive, will discuss intuitive
eating, an approach to eating that
allows people to become the experts of their own bodies. Learn the
principles of making healthy choices based
on trusting innate wisdom over outside sources. Will discuss the science
that supports intuitive eating as an
alternative to dieting, as well as share stories of women who have made the
choice to trust and love their
bodies, and how this choice has positively transformed their lives.
Questions and discussion are encouraged

-California Democratic Party Convention, March 28, 29, 30, San Jose
Every year, the California Democratic Party hosts a convention for Democrats
and Democratic clubs (e.g. Cal Dems) from all over the state. The
convention is made up of speakers, workshops, and networking. It's a really
valuable experience for everyone; you get to meet a ton of Dems from around
the state, hear great speakers, and learn tons from workshops. It's during
the last weekend of our Spring Break, but it's worth it to come back a
little early. We'll be traveling to the convention as a club and staying in
the hotel together.  Some of your costs will be covered.  Just start
thinking about if you're interested in going with Cal Dems and ask anyone
on the board for more information.



- Choosing the President Issue Panels, Spring Semester 2008
Thursday, March 13 – Education
Co-sponsored with the Graduate School of Education
4 p.m., Lipman Room, Barrows Hall
Wednesday, April 2 – Immigration
4 p.m., Lipman Room, Barrows Hall
Saturday, April 12 – Covering the Digital Campaign
Co-sponsored with the Graduate School of Journalism
North Gate Hall, time TBA
Thursday, April 17 – Healthcare
Co-sponsored with the School of Public Health
4 p.m., Lipman Room, Barrows Hall

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PROGRESSIVE OPPORTUNITIES:

-2008 Habitat for Humanity Earth Day Build-A-Thon
The 2008 Earth Day Build-A-Thon registration is now open at
<http://habitateb.org/volunteer/batregister.shtml>! Build-A-Thon is Habitat
for Humanity East Bay's annual event where hundreds of volunteers come
together to frame six homes in four days! There's a small fundraising
requirement, so the earlier you sign up, the more time you have to raise
the money. Participation in the event gets you instant active membership in
Cal Berkeley Habitat for Humanity, and is lots of fun! Once you've
registered, let us know at buildathon at gmail.com. If you want to get more
involved, come to Cal Berkeley Habitat's Build-a-thon Committee Meetings
to find out how you can help Cal participate in the event in larger numbers.
Any Questions, email Hui and Adam
at buildathon at gmail.com.


-ACLU Internship opportunity
We are now accepting applications for summer 2008 internships in the
Organizing and Communications Departments and in the San Jose Office.  Job
descriptions and application instructions are available on our website at
http://www.aclunc.org/about/job_opportunities/internships/index.shtml.
 Please feel free to contact me with questions.


-Environment America fellowship for graduating seniors
 Environment America <http://www.environmentamerica.org/>, which is a
federation of state-based environmental advocacy organizations.  This year
we are hiring graduating college seniors for our Fellowship
Program<http://www.environmentamerica.org/jobs/environmental-fellowship/fellowship-application>to
learn about non-profit advocacy and work on important environmental
campaigns: to solve our energy problems, fight global warming, preserve our
open spaces, clean up our air and water, and make an impact on other
issues.  Go to www.environmentcalifornia.org for more information.

-Summer Jobs for the Environment
The Campaign to Save the Environment is on campus at UC Berkeley to
hire students to work in our 50 field offices all over the country
this summer.
We're a national non-profit organization that runs grassroots
campaigns for the nation's top environmental groups: like the Sierra
Club, Environment America, and Environmental Action.
Our staff work on issues like fighting global warming pollution,
increasing renewable and clean energy production, and preserving
wilderness.
>>> We'll be on campus this spring holding information sessions and
interviews.
To apply or learn more, call 1-800-75-EARTH or go to
www.JobsForTheEnvironment.org <http://www.jobsfortheenvironment.org/>.

If you want to make a real impact on pressing issues, learn and
develop leadership and organizing skills, or learn more about the
environment and political process, than this job is for you!


-Executive Assistant at Fundraising Firm/Investment Firm
Executive Assistant needed to assist two principles in their Washington, DC
office. Learn the ropes and work closely with top professionals in the
financial community, while also working on behalf of Democratic
organizations, non-profits and clients in the film industry. The position
will provide communications and program information to a variety of clients.
Responsibilities will include administrative support, client relations, and
database management.

The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in politics, fundraising,
and/or the financial industry. Applicant should be flexible, have excellent
oral and written communication skills, outstanding attention to detail, be
able to manage numerous tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment and
have a creative self-starting approach. Must be good with computers and have
a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
Please send your resume and statement of interest to Noah Doyle (
noah.doyle at gmail.com).


-Internships available for Spring and Summer Semesters with Congresswoman
Barbra Lee
The Office of Congresswoman Barbara Lee is currently accepting applications
for students interested interning in the Oakland District Office this
academic year.
Learn the inner workings of a fast-paced congressional office
Study innovative national policies and their impact on local programs
Assist constituents and community organizations of the 9th Congressional
District.
*Minimum Commitment: 8 hours per week for at least 3 months
*Qualifications: Excellent written and oral communication skills and a
professional manner
*Duties: Administrative support, legislative outreach, research, and
casework.
*Application Process:
Send a cover letter and resume to the Oakland District Office. The cover
letter is used as a writing sample, and should include the dates of your
availability, and an explanation of your interest in interning for Rep.
Barbara Lee. In addition, be prepared to submit references.
Direct application materials to:
Ms. Marie Howard
1301 Clay Street, Suite 1000-N
Oakland, CA 94612leahf at berkeley.edu
Phone: (510) 763-0370
Fax: (510) 763-6538
For questions or concerns:
Ms. Maha Ibrahim
Phone: (510) 763-0370 ext. 14

-Internship with Joe Alioto's State Senate Campaign
We have acouple of internship positions open especially for students with
a technological background. This is a chance for anyone interested in web
design and formatting to get some hands-on experience in an exciting and
promising political campaign. Please inform your members of this
opportunity, and for those who are interested, please send a resume to
mike at joeforcalifornia.com. Feel free to write me back if you have any
questions!



-A new Berkeley-created Debate Forum
www.peopledebate.com
UC Berkeley is perhaps most famous for its pot-smoking hippies and its
liberal ideals, but UC Berkeley is also famous for the free speech
movement, which made sure that students and activists alike could no
longer be silenced on campus. But what good is free speech, when the
best ideas are drowned out by the masses? We are hoping to change
that by created a new debate forum, which allows users voice their
opinions and highlight the most important ideas on each side of any
debate. Admittedly, we do have a "liberal bias" at the moment,
especially on the Republican side - you'll see what I mean at
peopledebate.com - but who said that liberal bias was a bad thing
anyway? We continue to work on new features everyday, and you'll see
our site grow over time. Check us out at www.peopledebate.com and
post your thoughts. (We'd also welcome comments/suggestions, look me
up on facebook, or e-mail me at HenryLin at eecs.berkeley.edu). Thanks
everyone!


-Study on election systems in the Bay Area
The Survey Research Center is conducting a large study about election
systems in the Bay Area and needs your help! 150 students are needed
to help collect data in polling places during the February 5th
primary. This data will ultimately be used to assess how lines form
at polling places and the effectiveness of various voting machines
and technologies. Participants will need to commit to work half of
the day during the Feb. 5th primary day and attend one training the
weekend before. For your help, you will receive, breakfast, lunch,
and a substantive gift card at the end of the day.
For more information, contact Zach at electionstudy at gmail.com or
attend one of 2 information sessions on Wednesday, January 23rd &
30th at 3pm in the Survey Research Center conference room (located on
the southwest corner of Channing Way and Bowditch St). This is a
great opportunity to directly observe how our elections work up close
while contributing to a study that is attempts to ameliorate the
problems inherent in our electoral system. The California Primary
will be one of the hardest fought and exciting contests happening in
the country this season and this is your opportunity to see the
action up close and personal.

-INTERNSHIP AT THE MERRILL STRATEGY GROUP
The Merrill Strategy Group is a strategic consulting firm committed to
winning campaigns and developing successful communication strategies.
We are looking for highly motivated interns to learn and sharpen
skills in strategic research, campaign development, grassroots
outreach, organizational development and more.
*Qualifications and Skills Required
Interns should have excellent writing, research and communication
skills. Computer literacy is a must. Campaign or government
experience is a plus.
*Flexible Hours
Scheduling can be worked out on an individual basis. A minimum of 10
hours per week is required. Specific dates are arranged on an
individual basis.
*Contact
Please email or fax a detailed letter of interest, resume and writing
sample to:
The Merrill Strategy Group
1936 University Ave. Suite 191
Berkeley, CA 94704
510.883.9780 phone
510.883.9783 fax
info at merrillstrategygroup.com
www.merrillstrategygroup.com
- Capital Fellowship, Applications due by February 27, 2008.
The Capital Fellows Programs consist of four individual fellowships:
* California Senate Fellows (www.csus.edu/calst/senate)
* Executive Fellowship Program (www.csus.edu/calst/executive)
* Jesse M. Unruh Assembly Fellowship Program
(www.csus.edu/calst/assembly)
* Judicial Administration Fellowship Program
(www.csus.edu/calst/judicial)
These nationally recognized fellowships, sponsored by the Center for
California Studies at California State University, Sacramento, are an
outstanding opportunity for college graduates to engage in public service
and prepare for a future career. Fellows work 10-11 months as full-time
staff members in the California State Assembly, Senate, Executive Branch
or within the California Court System. They gain first-hand experience in
governing the most diverse state in the nation and a sense of personal
involvement in the leadership of California society.
The only prerequisite for the programs is a four-year college or
university degree and a demonstrated interest in state government and
public service. Fellows come from all cultural, political, economic,
career and educational backgrounds, and no previous legislative or
political experience is required.
For further information please see our website
www.csus.edu/calst/programs or contact the Center for California Studies
at calstudies at csus.edu or 916/278-6906.



-Paid Political Internship with the San Francisco Democratic Party
Are you a college student? Interested in politics? Want to get some
hands-on experience with the San Francisco Democratic Party? Apply for our
paid internship program!
As an intern you will assist the Field Organizer in implementing an
ambitious voter registration program and help Democrats win in 2008.
Duties include outreach to various neighborhoods and organizations,
coordinating volunteers, registering voters, and some administrative
duties. This internship is ideal for anyone who is seeking experience in
the local political world and wants to have fun doing it!
Requirements:
· Commitment to the values of the Democratic Party
· Excellent written and oral communication skills
· Works well independently and with a group
· Strong leadership skills
· Paid internships for students only
· Able to work some weekends and evenings
· 15-20 hrs/week to qualify for the stipend ($500/month)
· Must be a college student
We also have unpaid internships available and can work with you to get
class credit in accordance with your school's policies.
Email for application information to info at sfdemocrats.org or
please contact us at (415) 626-1161.


-Blackrock Associates: Spring Internship
As an intern on the Blackrock online strategy team, you will be playing a
critical support role on our team as we manage client websites, draft and
blast campaign emails, and explore new ways to use technology to engage
current and potential supporters.
Responsibilities will include:
Participating in client messaging strategy discussions
Managing and updating client websites
Managing and updating client email databases
Managing candidate profiles on popular social networking sites such as
Facebook and MySpace
Drafting copy for use on client websites or in blast emails
Setting up client email blasts and managing correspondence that comes back
in response
Brainstorming online marketing plans for list building and fundraising
Developing testing plans, analyzing results, and reporting back to clients
Exploring and implementing new Web 2.0 technologies
Creating web graphics and coding simple web pages (no previous experience
with Photoshop or HTML required)
Ideal candidates will be college students who are considering a career in
electoral politics and/or campaigning, in particular those who are
interested in the rapidly growing field of online politics. Candidates
should be familiar with online Democratic politics and committed to making
a difference for our clients -- as we are. Strong quantitative and
communications skills are required. While not a pre-requisite, applicants
with experience in graphic design and/or web programming will be looked on
favorably.
If desired, interns will be considered for either temporary (i.e. summer)
or permanent positions with Blackrock at the conclusion of the semester.
To apply: please send a resume, cover letter, and short writing sample (4
page maximum) to Mike Disharoon at mike at blackrockonline.com.
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