A proposed resolution will be presented at the next quarterly meeting of the State Central Convention which I believe is badly needed by the Multnomah County Democrat Central Committee. This resolution, proposed by by the Lincoln County Central Committee, notes the large number of newly activated individuals that are trying to become involved in the Oregon Democratic Party and the need to assure that they are treated with respect by our organization as they attempt to negotiate our rules and procedures. This resolution is badly needed in Multnomah County. Several months ago I had a friend who was very interested in becoming involved with our organization. This person, an attorney, has been very active in progressive politics and in community organizations and had asked to observe the meeting of our Executive Committee. I invited him to come as a guest. Unfortunately, before the meeting even got underway he was treated rudely and disrespectfully. He took a seat at the table and was rudely ordered by one of the functionaries to move away from the table. There may indeed have been reasons for him and other non-voting members of the committee to allow the voting members to sit together at the table but this could have been requested tactfully and respectfully. I was not even given an opportunity to introduce him at this meeting. He told me later that he was very disappointed and wanted no further involvement with our organization. This is not the only time that such disrespect has been shown to guests and sometimes to members of the committee. At the most recent Executive Meeting, for example, a visiting PCP was pointed ignored at the time that visitors were allowed to introduce themselves. I am extreemely saddened and embarrassed that this kind of disrespect is shown at our meetings. I urge our delegation to vote for this resolution and to live by its spirit at all future meetings and events. David Jackson District Leader Districts 27,31,33, 35