All Things Political

The Palm Springs Area Chapter of the National Organization is not affiliated with the individuals, organizations, or institutes listed here.  The owners of each website are solely responsible for their content.  We provide the following contact information and web resources for your reference only.

  • United States Congress

            Barbara Boxer                                                                Dianne Feinstein

            201 North E Street Suite 210                                           750 B Street, Suite 1030
            San Bernardino, CA 92401                                              San Diego, CA 92101 
            (909) 888-8525                                                            (619) 231-9712                   
            (909) 888-8613 fax                                                       (619) 231-1108 fax

            Online e-mail form                                                          Online e-mail form

  • California Legislature

             Mary Bono

             707 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way Suite #9 
             Palm Springs, CA 92262
             (760) 320-1076
             (760) 320-0596 fax

             Online e-mail form      

 

National Organizations of Interest

National Women's Political Caucus - a multicultural, intergenerational, and multi-issue grassroots organization dedicated to increasing women’s participation in the political process and creating a true women’s political power base to achieve equality for all women.

League of Women Voters -  a nonpartisan political organization, encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy.

Institute for Women's Policy Research - conducts rigorous research and disseminates its findings to address the needs of women, promote public dialogue, and strengthen families, communities, and societies.

Local Organizations of Interest

Desert Women for Equality - improving the health and welfare of lesbians and all women in the Coachella Valley through education and philanthropic activities.

 

Hate Crimes

  • Information For Survivors - The Anti-Violence Program.
  • State Hate Crimes Laws - Includes an interactive map documenting state hate crime statutes.
  • Hatecrime.org - A clearinghouse of information, including the stories of individuals who have been targeted for crimes simply because of who they are.
  • UC Davis Stop Hate Crimes! - Hosted by Dr.Herek, this site contains a number of links to other web pages devoted to ending bias-related crimes.
  • Families United Against Hate - Providing support, guidance and assistance to individuals, families and communities dealing with incidents based on bias; and to the people, organizations and agencies who serve and support them.