There are various pillars of citizen commitment which our Political (R)Evolution depends upon. One of these is “normalizing our relationship with politics.” Meaning, we need to make political engagement a pleasant & normal part of life. But how?
Here on Vashon Island, we enjoy a robust Holiday Season filled with many parties. 
So, in early December, the Vashon for Bernie Sanders folks threw a YUGE
and Festive Holiday Party which was mostly just a party. Music, food, drink, awesome company…a real, honest to goodness party with a “Bernie Twist!” 
First, we had Raffle Prizes and everyone was allowed up to three (3) tickets. 
But, you didn’t buy them. You “earned them” by answering the question, 
“I support Bernie Sanders’ run for the Presidency because _________________.”
Second, we had a Trivia Contest with two teams and, honestly, it was a BLAST!
I mean…wow. Best. Game. Ever! 
(As in, we couldn’t get folks to go home!)
So, as a further “antidote” to the rare but concerning cases of Premature Capitulation,
here are some reminders of WHY you and your neighbors have every reason to stay in the game right up until the end…and beyond!
Vashon Islanders Share Their Perspectives
@ our 1st Holiday Party for Bernie Sanders!
I support Bernie Sanders’ run for the Presidency because…
he talks from the heart and is sincere. 
I support Bernie Sanders’ run for the Presidency because…
he is forcing our elected representatives to address the key issues facing our country – the disappearance of the middle class, the need to address climate change, and our need for a single-payer healthcare system, among others.
I support Bernie Sanders’ run for the Presidency because…
he is respectful and genuine regarding women’s rights, immigration reform, and he supports peace!
I support Bernie Sanders’ run for the Presidency because…
Bernie Sanders has the most integrity of any presidential candidate I have seen in 40 years of voting.
I support Bernie Sanders’ run for the Presidency because…
whether he wins or not, his candidacy gives voice to the interests and convictions of many millions of Americans, including myself.
I support Bernie Sanders’ run for the Presidency because…
he has solutions to keep social security fluid.
I support Bernie Sanders’ run for the Presidency because…
he is honest and is really for the people.
I support Bernie Sanders’ run for the Presidency because…
he has a fresh perspective.
I support Bernie Sanders’ run for the Presidency because…
I like everything he says and stands for.
I support Bernie Sanders’ run for the Presidency because…
he is a funky sex machine!
(Remember. We said it was a party!)
I support Bernie Sanders’ run for the Presidency because…
he is the man with the best answers/solutions to supporting average people, raise social security, tax the corps!
I support Bernie Sanders’ run for the Presidency because…
he is the no-bullshit candidate who has fiercely retained his idealism and is not a sell-out!
I support Bernie Sanders’ run for the Presidency because…
he is not a crook or a psychopath, he isn’t an asshole, and I agree with his assertions. I think he will make a great president.
I support Bernie Sanders’ run for the Presidency because…
I trust him and I know he will do his utmost to make good on his campaign promises, because he has been consistent for many years.
I support Bernie Sanders’ run for the Presidency because…
we’ve tried the rest, time to go with the best!
I support Bernie Sanders’ run for the Presidency because…
he has identified that the unemployed and minorities need employment.
I support Bernie Sanders’ run for the Presidency because…
I don’t think corporations should decide our futures or the environment’s. 
I support Bernie Sanders’ run for the Presidency because…
he knows that Corporate America is corrupt and he wants to start fresh and bring back a democratic system. 
I support Bernie Sanders’ run for the Presidency because…

 

he’s genuine & authentic, he is a democratic socialist, he has a record of being consistent & voting his “promises.