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Act Now Mantra Page ACT Now Seattle’s mission is to foster and reinforce an Inclusive Society by providing a platform for

ACT Now Seattle’s mission is to foster and reinforce an Inclusive Society by providing a platform for residents of the Greater Seattle Area to drive civic awareness and actively participate in local democracy. We are a culturally curious and diverse community committed to fostering authentic connections in a learning environment; supporting ongoing engagement and clear action at the grassroots level toward the well-being of all residents in the area.

Voted.So easy to participate in democracy. Will just drop off in mailbox.
07/26/2024

Voted.
So easy to participate in democracy. Will just drop off in mailbox.

Hi friends —We are hosting our first Act Now Mantra event post-Covid - celebrating the Mid-Autumn Festival on Saturday 9...
09/22/2023

Hi friends —

We are hosting our first Act Now Mantra event post-Covid - celebrating the Mid-Autumn Festival on Saturday 9/30. Would be great to reconnect in person after so long over delicious Chinese food and warm company.

In celebration of our 19 million Asian Americans and East Asian immigrants.

A sit-down dinner, with story sharing by Linh Thai, Public Affairs Expert, Veteran, TEDx Speaker.

Cultural Connections: Mid-Autumn Festival Tickets, Sat, Sep 30, 2023 at 6:00 PM | Eventbrite

More event details here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cultural-connections-mid-autumn-festival-tickets-705758963057?aff=oddtdtcreator

Do join and please invite friends interested in exploring and enjoying different cultures.

Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival at an inclusive gathering of human connection, immersive culture, and delicious Chinese food!

09/14/2023
Fascinating—
08/20/2023

Fascinating—

Half of all U.S. states, 25 to be exact, carry Native American names. Today we will be taking a look at the 25 states and the meanings of their names. They will be listed in alphabetical order.

1. Alabama: Named after the Alabama, or Alibamu tribe, a Muskogean-speaking tribe. Sources are split between the meanings 'clearers of the thicket' or 'herb gatherers'.
2. Alaska: Named after the Aleut word "alaxsxaq", which means "the mainland"
3. Arizona: Named after the O'odham word "alĭ ṣonak", meaning "small spring"
4. Connecticut: Named after the Mohican word "quonehtacut", meaning "place of long tidal river"
5. Hawai'i: Is an original word in the Hawaiian language meaning "homeland"
6. Illinois: Named after the Illinois word "illiniwek", meaning "men"
7. Iowa: Named after the Ioway tribe, whose name means "gray snow"
8. Kansas: Named after the Kansa tribe, whose name means "south wind people"
9. Kentucky: Origins are unclear, it may have been named after the Iroquoian word "Kentake", meaning "on the meadow"
10. Massachusetts: Named after the Algonquin word "Massadchu-es-et," meaning "great-hill-small-place,”
11. Michigan: From the Chippewa word "Michigama", meaning "large lake"
12. Minnesota: Named after the Dakota Indian word “Minisota” meaning “white water.”
13. Mississippi: Named after the river which was named by the Choctaw, meaning “Great water” or “Father of Waters.”
14. Missouri: Named after the Missouri tribe whose name means "those who have dugout canoes"

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