Before going into this issue’s Call to Action, I want to draw your attention to the individuals and businesses that Joshua Tree Gay Pride was so successful; it really does take a village!

Getting down to business, in case you’ve not heard, two pro-Equality candidates have gone out of their way to reach out to our community. Now they need our help if they are to have a real shot at winning in November. I’m referring to Pat Meagher (D), 41st Congressional District, and Carl Wood (D), 65th State Assembly District.

Call to Action this month, asks that you take just a few minutes to aid these men; here’s how.  Pledge to write a letter to the editor in support of either or both candidates. Decide which paper to write and the date you will do it and let me know in an email.

Not a letter writer? No problem. Give me the topic and the paper you’d like to see it in. That’s all! I’ll write it under your name, and after your approval, I’ll send it for you!

Because I’ve received minimal reader feedback since beginning Call to Action, this challenge may give me a sense of how many subscribers take it seriously. Nothing would make me happier than to be swamped with your emails.

If this assignment is more than you’re willing to take on, please consider allowing use of your name. I’ll send an advanced copy for your approval. If there’s any way to make it even easier for you to participate, let me know.

When people see lots of letters in support of a candidate they often follow the crowd. Bumper stickers are also a great way to build name recognition. And they don’t have to go on the bumper, consider the rear window? Email me if you want one.

- Donald is a retired financial planner living in Morongo Valley. Write him at CallToActionMB@aol.com.