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Register Today! Northwest TPP Summit, April 16
Activate Now! The Northwest TPP Summit is only a week away Don't forget to register and be part of building a regional network to defeat the TPP. Connect with activists from across the Pacific Northwest, sharpen your skills, and take the struggle for fair trade to...
State Legislators Oppose Flawed TPP
This week, State legislators sent a message from Olympia to D.C.: stop the Trans-Pacific Partnership. The letter, signed by 23 House Democrats, is directed at members of U.S. Congress who will ultimately decide whether to approve or reject the massive trade deal....
Trade Wars: Episode 1, (Another) New Hope
Planet Earth, 2016 - The Empire's new corporate superweapon, the Trans-Pacific Partnership, has finally been unveiled after years of secret development. As the Rebel Alliance goes into battle in city after city to fight for democracy, human rights, and the future of...
Activate Now! TPP Summit, April 16
Register now! We're building a regional network to defeat the TPP! Join us for this day-long summit and training to connect, sharpen your skills, and help take our struggle for fair trade to the next level. April 16, 9:30AM-6PM 901 N J St, Tacoma, WA Breakfast and...
Let’s talk food: event highlights TPP and just food systems
Last week, the Community Alliance for Global Justice (CAGJ) hosted an incredible event about how new trade agreements like the TPP undermine efforts to build a strong and healthy food movement. The event, entitled “Another Food System is Possible! But Not with the...
Calls for Fair Trade, not TPP, Gain Momentum
Yesterday, Spokane City Council joined Bellingham and Seattle in unanimously declaring their opposition to the TPP. While "the citizens of Spokane strongly support international trade when fair rules of trade are in place and seek to be an active participant in...
Local to National: Leadership makes moves against TPP
As the fight against the TPP continues, we’re seeing more and more of our elected officials take action in addressing the bad deal. The time for neutrality has passed and from Washington State to Washington D.C elected officials are taking note! Yesterday, the Seattle...
Rebel Alliance v. TPP Death Star: Dual Battles make news this week!
Not long ago, in a galaxy not too far away, in fact right here in Washington…the Rebel Alliance gathered to take down the Corporate Empire’s newest weapon, the TPP Death Star. The forces of light and dark squared off in dual battles this week, first in Tacoma on...
Seattle Joins International Protests as TPP Signed, Vows to Fight Back
Seattle, WA – Today, scores of protesters descended on the Federal Building with a message for Senators Murray and Cantwell: Oppose the TPP. The rally was part of an international day of protest that swept through cities in twelve countries around the Pacific Rim, as...
TPP (finally) Public, and it’s worse than we thought
After six years of secret negotiations, today the public has its first look at official text for the Trans-Pacific Partnership, a 12-country deal that would set the terms for globalization for the next generation. The release of the text has been met with great...
Fast Track passes by slim margin, TPP battle looms large
Press Release: Friday, June 23, 2015 Seattle WA Senate Endorses Bad Trade Policy, Casting Shadow Over How We Will Manage Globalization Washington States two senators, Maria Cantwell and Patty Murray voted in favor of Trade Promotion Authority,...
House Blocks Trade Package for Now!
**UPDATE: RE-VOTE ON STAND ALONE FAST TRACK BILL SCHEDULED FOR 8 AM PST, THURSDAY JUNE 18. CONTACT CONGRESS NOW!** Despite intense pressure from the White House, on Friday, June 12, the US House of Representatives rejected the fast track/TAA trade package... for now....
Reps Smith and Heck Opposing Fast Track
**BREAKING: THE VOTE HAS BEEN SCHEDULED TO START AT 8:20 AM PACIFIC TIME TOMORROW.** Watch at CSPAN or http://houselive.gov Call your Rep NOW and urge them to vote NO: 202.224.3121 Tomorrow, the US House of Representatives is scheduled to vote whether to Fast Track...
National Call in Day! Fast Track in the House!
Ways & Means Chair Paul Ryan (R-WI) is pushing to bring his awful Fast Track legislation for a vote in the House next week. We need your help stopping him. Please call your U.S. Representative now at 1-888-804-8311 and urge him or her to vote NO on Fast Track....
Most Crucial May Recess–Stop Fast Track NOW!
As you may have heard from our Facebook and/or newsletter, we at the Washington Fair Trade Coalition and our allies are calling for an ALL HANDS ON DECK! stop to Fast Track. The House of Representatives is currently on recess which means our reps are home in...
Day of Action Highlights and Pushing Back Fast Track!
April 18th Day of Action for stopping Fast Track could not have been at a better time. With four successful canvasses (Everett, South Seattle, Tacoma and Olympia) and one rowdy Ferndale rally, Washington State stood in solidarity with many across the country who...
New Bill=No Compromise
IMMEDIATE ACTION! Sign your organization on to a national sign on letter opposing Fast Track! Closes Wednesday! Can your organization sign? Get more information from us! Call Gillian at 206 ** 227 ** 3079 With the release of the "new" TPA bill in Congress this...
After Action-packed Recess, WFTC wishes Congress Bon Voyage
April 12, SeaTac Airport, WA - Early on Sunday morning, constituents gathered at departures in the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. As travelers rolled by, they stood on the sidewalk with signs reading "Bon Voyage," "Have a Safe Trip," and "Free Trade is for the...
Seattle City Council Unanimously Opposes Fast Track
In a unanimous vote on Monday, March 30, trade dependent Seattle passed a resolution OPPOSING Fast Track for the Trans-Pacific Partnership! Seattle City Council's resolution follows last week's similar resolution passed by Bellingham City Council, and weeks of visits,...
David Bonior at Town Hall Seattle: Unpacking the Myths of Free Trade
**UPDATE: MISS THE FORUM? CHECK OUT THE FULL VIDEO HERE! ** Join Washington Fair Trade Coalition at a special reception and fundraiser preceding March 23 Town Hall Seattle! 6:30 PM, 25$ suggested donation includes finger foods, drinks, and a complimentary ticket to...