The New Age of PACE, and of Politics
By Brian Dautch
Senior Political Action Associate
In the 2008 campaign cycle, NASW will play an important role at every level of politics through its chapter and national Political Action for Candidate Election (PACE). Many chapters are looking for reform in the governor’s mansion, state legislature, or local government. Other chapters are seeking even better circumstances in many of these same offices.
Likewise, NASW National PACE is looking to support outstanding and effective candidates in Congress as well as the White House, and to assist incumbents who have been beneficial to our cause. Now, there’s a great way for you to help your chapter and National PACE support candidates running for office: By contributing to PACE online.
To make a contribution, visit the website at www.socialworkers.org/pace. Please remember that you’ll need your username and password handy in order to log in, since National PACE is only permitted to collect funds from NASW members. Your support benefits both your chapter and National PACE.
Giving literally means the difference between victory—and the election of government officials who truly value the advancement of social justice and the social work profession —and defeat. In such a closely contested election, a loss for even one NASW-supported candidate could lead to a greatly reduced ability to advance our agenda.
Help PACE advance the cause of social work by visiting www.socialworkers.org/pace and logging in to the donation page. If you prefer to donate through the mail, a form is available for you to print out and return to us. While larger contributions obviously aid us tremendously, we can make huge advances if every member gives whatever amount they can.
We appreciate your time and energy. We would love to see all of you get involved.
**As a reminder, NASW-NC receives a percentage of PACE funds donated Nationally. Please contact the chapter office with questions. JR**
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