The FA-PAC and FA-PAC Internship Program focused on two campaigns this election season: Forest Peterson for FHDA Board of Trustees and Patrick Ahrens for State Assembly. Unfortunately, Forest Peterson did not win a seat on the Board, but he did run a strong campaign. We’re proud of you Forest! Thankfully, Patrick Ahrens won a seat in the State Assembly and will be sworn-in on December 2. Congratulations, Patrick. We’ll see...Read More
The Faculty Association Political Action Committee (FA-PAC) [FA-PAC – FAFHDA] and the FA-PAC Internship Program (FA-PAC IP) [FA-PAC Internship Program – FAFHDA] have much to celebrate and much to be thankful for this year. In fall, we rallied for part-time healthcare at Evergreen, interviewed board candidates, and endorsed Patrick Ahrens for Assembly. We advocated for the Arts facilities at De Anza and student/employee Housing throughout the year. On the budget...Read More
FA-PAC WINTER QUARTER HIGHLIGHTS The Faculty Association Political Action Committee (FA-PAC) [FA-PAC – FAFHDA] and the FA-PACInternship Program have a number of accomplishments to celebrate this quarter. Patrick Ahrens Wins Primary Election! Patrick Ahrens secured the largest number of votes in the March 5 Primary Election, gaining34.6%. Patrick’s campaign was the central focus of the FA-PAC and the Internship Program. Internsrecruited more than 85 volunteers, hosted 29 phone banking sessions,...Read More
Everyone eligible to vote should have received their ballot. Our focus this primary election is on regional Assembly and State Senate seats, starting first and foremost with Patrick Ahrens who is running to replace Evan Low in Assembly District 26, which represents De Anza College. These campaigns are important because it is the state legislature that votes on budgets and bills impacting California Community Colleges. We are fortunate that most...Read More
In Winter 2024, the FA-PAC and the FA-PAC Internship Program remain committed to supporting faculty and student interests in several crucial areas across the District. Our work to support the arts at De Anza continues apace with the Measure G Task Force, which is currently involved in renewed discussions and planning regarding the Measure G buildout. We remain deeply involved with the Affordable Housing Task Force led by FA-PAC Internship...Read More
