[SFGP] Greenzine - Baum Campaign in Full Swing!

[Announcement list for SF Green Party, updated weekly]

Dear Greens,

     Have you seen our new website yet?
Now live at http://sfgreenparty.org/

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Last week, Green Party mayoral candidate Terry Joan Baum turned in
1,280 valid signatures from people who want to see her on the ballot,
6th best among all 35 candidates currently in the running.  She beat
out several more well-known figures, including Phil Ting, Tony Hall,
Joanna Rees, and Michaela Alioto-Pier!

See our article about it here:
http://sfgreenparty.org/10-campaigns/23-baum-campaign-update

Upcoming events for Terry's campaign:

AUG 5, 4pm
Terry Joan Baum joins social justice groups from across the West Coast in a
Great American TARP Tour of the dirty deeds of Big Finance! Music, speeches,
general merriment! Union Square, San Francisco.

AUG 7, 12-2pm
Terry Joan Baum is interviewed on FCC Free Radio. Listen in: Lilycat on
Stuff Sunday 12 -2PM. FCCFREERADIO : SAN FRANCISCO'S ALTERNATIVE RADIO. On
the web at 
www.FCCFREERADIO.com<http://fccfreeradio.com/?category_name=events>

*Sunday, August 7, 4:00-5:00*
Terry will be interviewed by The San Francisco Arts Democratic Club. As the
only artist running for Mayor, we think Terry should be endorsed by the Club
and invited to their one-to-one mayoral candidate debates.

*Monday, August 8, 6:00*
*Castro Theater Mayoral Debate/Forum*
Terry's not invited to this one (no room on the stage, so they say!!).  Join
us to to hand out lit to voters to introduce them to Terry Joan Baum, a
candidate who's lived in the 'hood for 33 years. Meet at Philz'
Coffee,Castro District, 4023 18th St., near Noe, at 6:00. We will be in
front of Castro Theater by 6:30, when doors open.

*Tuesday, August 9, 4:30-5:30*
Terry is interviewed on 'The Programme' by Stephen Leader. Watch it live on
Public Access TV  Channel 76 or, use this link:
http://www.bavc.org/public-access-tv/program-schedule/channel-76-stream

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News Update:

After the "Great Sell-Out to Wall Street" earlier this week, even
mainstream economists are calling for the formation of 3rd Party
that represents regular Amercans:

http://sfgreenparty.org/11-news/22-3rd-party-needed-to-save-america

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**Paid contractor wanted: SF Green Party Fundraiser/volunteer coordinator**
Part time independent contractor (1099) position
Approximately 10 hrs/week, working from your home
Earn $10-20/hr, based on commission

The SF Green Party (SFGP) is seeking part-time contractors to help us
raise money for voter outreach (primarily, booth fees and costs of our
voter guide), as well as to help coordinate volunteers.

*Duties*:
* Raise funds for the SFGP by calling registered Green Party members
in SF. This will include "cold calling" as well as contacting our
previous donors. Lists will be provided.

* Update the SFGP's database with phonebanking results, including
people who wish to volunteer, have moved or changed phone numbers.

* Provide information to members about current SFGP activities,
including volunteer opportunities, events, and meetings.
Coordinate members wishing to volunteer via follow-up phone calls
and/or email.

*Requirements*:
* Prior phone canvassing experience (e.g., either volunteer or paid
progressive work for a progressive campaign).

* Knowledge of SFGP activities. The contractor must remain aware of
upcoming tabling opportunities and meetings, as well as party
strategy, in order to answer questions from members.

* Professional and discreet with sensitive personal and financial
information. Enthusiasm and strong personal communication skills
are also necessary.

* Personal values consistent with the Green Party's 10 Key Values:
http://www.gp.org/tenkey.shtml

* good access to a phone and computer.

The contractor will use their own telephone to contact SFGP members
from the voter file, and will solicit donations by credit card or
check. The contractor will also coordinate members wishing to
volunteer for SFGP activities. Results of phonebanking will be
entered into an online database. The initial contract will be for 100
hrs of work (approximately 10 weeks), and may be extended depending on
how successful the fundraising is. Pay will be commission-based: 50%
of donations received, with a minimum rate of $10/hr and a maximum
rate of $20/hr. The contractor will be responsible for all federal
and state income and employment taxes, including self-employment
taxes.

This position is available immediately and will remain open until
filled. Women, people of color, LGBT persons, and people with
disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. We will interview
qualified applicants after we review their resume. Please submit cover
letter and CV to the SF Green Party county council, cc at sfgreens.org.

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