We got PRESS!

You know, you had us pretty impressed when you signed our petition--OVER 450 TIMES! But then you had to go and make a big splash at the PACTS Public Hearing this past Tuesday, and well, that just put us over the edge.

Caucusing 101: Republican Style

ThinkMTV Documentarian Jaime Mcleod breaks it down for us for the Maine Republic Caucuses!

Lookin' for a way to serve your city?

We have the answers for you! The City of Portland has a variety of ways for citizens to participate in the local government--and we've got some right here for ya!

The caucuses are coming!

First they consumed Iowa. Then they stretched across the cornfields to the east coast in New Hampshire. Now they're slowly making their way across the Nation...

Opportunity Maine makes it into the Top Ten Best Policies of 2007!

We thought we had the right idea--and then it was confirmed! The Drum Major Institute has named Opportunity Maine in its Top Ten Best Policies of 2007. Talk about a way to ring in the New Year!

Even the Press Herald knows what the REAL DEAL is!

Check out the Press Herald's Sunday Telegram write-up on last week's Real Deal where Leaguers tackled very real issues around transportation throughout Maine. 

Rent G.R.E.E.N brings you an Energy Efficient Winter

We here at the League really love bein' green, even in the whitest winter snow. Follow these easy, short tips for an energy efficient home year 'round, but especially this winter season!

Local Issues Committee -- Launch!

5... 4... 3... 2... 1... Blast off!

We've just launched our Local Issues Committee, and we're ready to rock and roll. It's our belief that politics begin with the grassroots and the local, and now we've got a specialized committee to help synthesize these beliefs into action. Check out the Launch event at our new Flickr site.

Scope out our Record of Success!

Our own Justin Alfond impresses and expresses Portland with the League's recent victories with an editorial published in the Portland Press Herald, Nov. 27.  WOOT!!

Sweet are the uses of adversity

Six for six. You read that right - 6 FOR 6! That was our tally for The League on Election Day. And, not only did we choose underdogs, but underdogs that became lightning rods.

You know you've made it when ...

So, here's the dope. The League hit a new zenith this year with its involvement in Election 2007. Hey, we know that in past years we may have been viewed as some radical punks, screaming into our megaphones and generally making noise, but not anymore.

Stop the Presses! - Portland League Meets the Paparazzi

From Step Up to the Plate to RENT G.R.E.E.N. to Elections 2007, the League IS the news in Portland! 

Candidate Questionnaires...the rest of 'em!

You read about 'em in the Voter Guide, but now you can scope 'em out in their own words... With the Election only two weeks away, take the time to really get to know your candidates! Your decision makes or breaks our city... Remember to vote November 6!

The League Announces...Our Endorsed Candidates!

You know it's what you've been waiting for... You met candidates for School Committee, City Council, and Portland Water District in the Voter Guide, but now, you can get up close and personal with our chosen six.  Check out our lovely descriptions of them, and their politics in their own words through our own League-rockin' questionnaire.

The Portland League Hits A Home Run

With more than 300 people from Maine and beyond in attendance, The Portland League of Young Voters Education Fund's "Step Up to the Plate" event honored nine of Portland's leading social entrepreneurs, raised thousands of $$$$$, and entertained with Olympic Gold Medalist Seth Wescott and DJ Saylove.

Who are Portland's coolest kids?

NOW YOU CAN PAY FOR YOUR TIX OR DONATE ON-LINE: CLICK HERE!

The League is going all the way on Oct. 3 with Seth Wescott, 2006 Snowboard Cross Olympic Gold Medalist.

The Step Up to the Plate Awards will honor young social entrepreneurs like Seth (who made this fly video invitation < ----)

Rent G.R.E.E.N.

W e  C a n ' t  A f f o r d  W a s t e

Check out our new Rent G.R.E.E.N. campaign that is not only a pocketbook issue for young Portlanders: it also connects environmental stewardship, renters rights, economics and consumer issues. 

The long-term campaign is based on individual action, information for renters and incentives for landlords that will increase the energy efficiency of Portland's rental stock. 

Opportunity Maine, or How the League Made History

We're damn proud of our partnership with Opportunity Maine

.  We made history, we made a law and we revolutionized the way states can deal with the problem of student debt and brain drain. 

Focusing on the Now...on the Local

That's right - a lot of other youth groups aren't talking 'bout no 2007 election, but we are.  Instead of looking ahead to '08 in '07, we're focusing on the now and on the local: that's League-style.

Check out what Mainers will be voting on, what Portland specific races we're working on and ways to get involved in our favorite thing: building community through electoral organizing. 

GROWing as an Activist

Have you read this article, written by Melanie from our Steering Committee, in last week's Maine Switch? Melanie started coming to the Real Deal last year and now she's been published, has a great new entry for her resume, a slew of new friends and is making Maine a better place to live.  Here's an excerpt:

I think the longing for a sense of community is an aspect of grassroots organizing -- the desire and willingness to work for a better community leads to the creation of a better world.

Each person's dedication to improving their area, whether it be through music, art, political activism, social service work or volunteering, will ensure long-term change.