74] "The Doomsday Clock, Nuclear War &
Climate Change" – Feb. 15
75] "Why Hiroshima
& Nagasaki Still Matter" – Feb. 15
76] Frederick Douglass' 202nd Birthday
– Feb. 15
77] Adoption
Event -- Feb. 15
78] A City
Council + Bernie Canvass – Feb. 15
79] Waggin'
Adoption Event
– Feb. 15
80] Join Black
Alliance for Peace- Baltimore -- Feb. 15
81] Activist Cell February Meeting – Feb. 15
82] Phone banks for Bernie
-- Feb. 15
83] Meet Mayor, City Council, Council President, and Comptroller
candidates – Feb. 15
84] CISPES
Revolutionary Love Fundraising Party – Feb. 15
85] Write letters
supporting the Plowshares
86] Two Berrigan Books
still in print
87] Emergency Demonstration
against an attack on Venezuela or Iran
88] Donate books, videos,
DVDs and records
89] Do you need any book
shelves?
90] Join the Global Zero
campaign.
91] Peace Park
Antinuclear Vigil
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74] –
On
Sat., Feb. 15 from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM. attend "The
Doomsday Clock:…Nuclear War & Climate Change" at Sacred Heart Annual Gathering for Peace and Justice, 1739 Ferry
Avenue, Camden, NJ (on Broadway at intersection of Ferry Avenue and
Jasper). The featured speakers are
Ardeth Platte and Carol Gilbert - Roman Catholic
Dominican Sisters and Nuclear Plowshares, Anti-War/Anti-Nuclear Weapons
Resisters imprisoned for their actions. Now, they are hopping buses and
crossing the country, giving presentations on the United Nations Nuclear
Ban Treaty [and continue to get arrested. And John Bach – Quaker
Chaplain, Harvard University will speak. He served prison terms
for draft resistance during the Vietnam War, and now, marked by more prison
terms, has continued to resist militarism, racism, and the existence of nuclear
weapons. He is the author of Short
Time: A Season’s Prison Journal.
It is endorsed by Brandywine Peace Community -- 484-574-1148 or www.brandywinepeace.com. The event is free, and lunch is provided for those who register in advance, see https://www.peacecoalition.org/events/707-sacred-heart-gathering-for-peace-and-justice-arming-the-world-the-enemy-of-peace.html.
75] – On Sat., Feb. 15, from 10 AM to 2
PM, attend a teach-in on "Why Hiroshima & Nagasaki Still Matter"
which will be held at Art Enables, 2204 Rhode Island Ave. NE, WDC. A keynote
address will be made by Professor Peter Kuznick, Director of the American
University Nuclear Studies Institute, author of “Rethinking Hiroshima and Nagasaki:
Japanese and American Perspectives” and “The Untold History of the United
States” (with Oliver Stone). Joining Professor Kuznick will be Michele
& Rick Tingling-Clemmons, Gray Panthers, Jean Athey, Peace Action, Paul
Pumphrey, Black Alliance for Peace, Linda Pentz Gunter, Beyond Nuclear, Marie
Dennis, Pax Christi International, Allen Hester, Physicians for Social
Responsibility, Mel Hardy, All Souls Church, and Paul Magno, Plowshares.
This
teach-in is intended for both activists and the general public. There will be
space for questions and comments from the audience. A light lunch will be
served. Following the panel discussions there will be breakout sessions
covering the (Nuclear Nonproliferation Conference and Disarmament Rally in NYC
(April 24-26), the August 75th anniversary events; The Ribbon Campaign (August
1 in NYC & August 8 in DC); and a workshop on Social Media Organizing. Go
to https://www.facebook.com/events/1297109290472241/
to facilitate interest & help us with a participant count. Contact Max at
410-323-1697 or mobuszewski2001 at Comcast.net.
76] – On
Sat., Feb. 15 from 10 AM to 5 PM, go to Frederick Douglass' 202nd Birthday
Celebration, hosted by the Frederick Douglass National Historic Site, 1411
W. St SE, WDC 20020. This year’s celebration will focus on Douglass’ role
in the women’s rights and suffrage movements as part of the 100th Anniversary
of the 19th Amendment. Also focus on the contributions of African American
women in the suffrage movement because this story is often under-represented in
history. Programs include special tours, actors portraying Douglass and
Elizabeth Cady Stanton, hands on art programs, exhibitors, performances and
guest speakers. For a complete listing of programs, visit: www.nps.gov/frdo. See https://www.facebook.com/events/3530526640350671/.
77] – On Sat., Feb. 15 from 11 AM to
3 PM, come to an Adoption Event, hosted by TRU Rescue at Pet Valu Timonium,
Yorkridge Shopping Center, 18 West Ridgely Road, Lutherville 21093. Dogs
available for adoption and fostering opportunities. Some of the dogs to meet
are Elton, June, Amyra and Avery. Go to https://www.facebook.com/events/1101452010234440/.
78] – On Sat., Feb. 15 from 11 AM to
3 PM, get with a City Council + Bernie Canvass in District 4, hosted by Baltimore
Democratic Socialists of America, starting at 1722 E. Northern Pkwy., Baltimore
21239-2104. The canvass is for endorsed District 4 City Council candidate and
*chapter-member* Logan Endow, and for endorsed presidential candidate Bernie
Sanders! There is a brief training prior to the canvass, then the use of
the buddy system, and finally the distribution of literature.
Bundle up! If you have a DSA t-shirt, it'd be a good idea to wear.
If you have something red, please wear it. And don't forget to bring water and
wear comfy shoes! Email electoral@baltimoredsa.org
if you have any questions! Look at https://www.facebook.com/events/199881851153750/.
79] – On Sat., Feb. 15 from noon to 3 PM, BFF Waggin' Adoption
Event, hosted by the BARCS Animal Shelter at Petco, 3969 Boston Street,
Baltimore 21224. This mobile adoption vehicle will be there with
adorable, adoptable cats and dogs. Adoptions are first come, first serve. Please
bring a photo ID and proof of address to adopt. See https://www.facebook.com/events/647279112767275/.
80] –
On Sat., Feb. 15 from 1 to 3 PM, consider going to a BALTIMORE
‘OPERATION RELENTLESS PURSUIT’ TEACH-IN, hosted by Erica Ryan at the
Impact Hub, 10 E North Ave., Baltimore 21202. Join Black Alliance for Peace-
Baltimore to learn about ‘Operation Relentless Pursuit’, Trump’s surge of
militarized police coming to Baltimore. The increase of policing in favor of
socioeconomic programs, that assist the Black working class, leaves us
vulnerable and susceptible to state-sanctioned violence. BAP-Baltimore will be
informing and strategizing with those that will directly be affected by this
surge. See https://www.facebook.com/events/176262173633060/.
81] –
On Sat., Feb. 15 at 1 PM, there is an Activist Cell February
Meeting, hosted by Baltimore Reclaiming at Homewood Friends Meeting, 3107
N. Charles St., Baltimore 21218. Use side door, and go upstairs to
Woolman room. Call 410-570-5016. The Activist Cell plans rituals, direct
actions, long-term campaigns, and magical actions. The Activist Cell is seeking
folks interested in forming a PRIDE planning committee. Look at https://www.facebook.com/events/162512798507075/.
82] -- Join a Bernie 2020 Phonebank on Sat., Feb. 15 from 1 to 6 PM in Fort Washington 20744. This event’s address is private. Sign up for more details: https://events.berniesanders.com/event/228803/?utm_source=Maryland+for+Bernie+Sanders&utm_campaign=f41133b67c-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_02_12_04_00&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_d200a2e045-f41133b67c-58119809.
Join a Bernie 2020 Phonebank on Sat., Feb. 15 from 2 to 4 PM with
Salisbury College Democrats at Salisbury University, 1101 Camden Ave., TETC
(Conway Hall) 156, Salisbury 21801. See https://events.berniesanders.com/event/225636/?utm_source=Maryland+for+Bernie+Sanders&utm_campaign=f41133b67c-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_02_12_04_00&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_d200a2e045-f41133b67c-58119809.
Join a Bernie 2020 Phonebank on Sat., Feb. 15 from 3:30 to 5:30 PM
at the Twinbrook Library 202 Meadow Hall Drive, Rockville 20851. Visit https://events.berniesanders.com/event/233025/?utm_source=Maryland+for+Bernie+Sanders&utm_campaign=f41133b67c-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_02_12_04_00&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_d200a2e045-f41133b67c-58119809
Come together with friends, family, and neighbors to call
voters in support of Bernie! Phone banking is one of the most important
things you can do to help the campaign win. Every call helps us grow our
movement, turn Bernie supporters out to vote, and win this election in a
landslide. You can come and send texts for Bernie as well! Note: In
addition to a cell phone, please bring a laptop or tablet to make calls on the
Bernie Dialer. Safari and Apple iOS tablets are NOT compatible with the
Dialer at this time. Please download Chrome or Firefox beforehand if you
can! Bring headphones or a headset. (If you do not have a compatible
laptop/tablet, contact the host).
83] – All
candidates for Mayor, City Council, Council President, and Comptroller have
been invited to join Our Revolution on Sat., Feb. 15 from 1:45 to 4:30 PM for a
chance to introduce themselves to members in preparation for an endorsement
vote. This is happening at Enoch Pratt Library Hamilton Branch, 5910 Harford
Road, Baltimore 21214. See https://www.facebook.com/events/510989589621467/.
84] – On
Sat., Feb. 15 from 8 PM to midnight, enjoy the CISPES Revolutionary Love
Fundraising Party at Haydees Restaurant, 3102 Mt. Pleasant St. NW, WDC
20010. Dance and celebrate with CISPES this alt-Valentine’s Day weekend!
Can't wait to celebrate, fundraise, and dance with community this
weekend! Donations accepted at the door! Visit https://www.facebook.com/events/157473832356055/.
85] –
The PLOWSHARES SENTENCING is PENDING, so please WRITE THE JUDGE.
Now is the time to write letters to Judge Lisa Godbey Wood regarding her
sentencing of the Kings Bay Plowshares 7. The group is collecting letters, especially
from those who know the defendants, testifying to their character and the good
work that they are doing in their communities which will not be done if they
are serving long terms in prison. These letters are not the forum to criticize
the law, the legal process or government policies. Rather it is the place
to point out positive things about the defendants that should mitigate a harsh
sentence. Letters should be sent to defense attorney Bill Quigley at the
address below. He will compile them and distribute to various defendants'
attorneys for delivery to Judge Wood. The attorneys suggest it would be helpful
to get these done by Thanksgiving or the week after in order to get processed
and delivered. Sentencing may be in January or possibly February.
The best letters are simple, polite, and tell good things about the person you
are writing to support.
The suggested format is as follows:
Date
Sender’s Name
Sender’s Address
Judge Lisa Godbey Wood
C/o Bill Quigley
Loyola University New Orleans Law Clinic
Campus Box 902
7214 St. Charles Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70118
Regarding Sentencing of: Mark Colville
[or] Clare Grady [or] Martha Hennessy [or] Fr. Steve Kelly SJ [or] Elizabeth
McAlister [or] Patrick O’Neill [or] Carmen Trotta (or all seven of the Kings
Bay Plowshares)
Dear Judge Wood,
Suggested outline for the letter:
- Explain who you are.
- Explain who you are writing about, how
you know them, and what good they do for their community.
- Explain why the Judge should not send
them to jail.
- Thank the Judge for reading your
letter.
Valediction,
Signature
For more ideas and details for your
letters, you are welcome to see the defendants' biographies here: https://kingsbayplowshares7.org/about/bios/.
Thank you for your attentiveness to the
trial, your support for the defendants and their families, and your focus on
the issue of the abolition of nuclear weapons.
As Fr. Steve Kelly says, "The
nuclear weapons won't go away by themselves." We do this work together.
86] – Two books by Fred Wilcox are still in
print. The first one is “Fighting the Lamb's War Skirmishes with the
American Empire” by Philip Berrigan and Fred A. Wilcox with a FOREWORD
by Tripp York. It can be purchased by Wipf and Stock: https://wipfandstock.com/fighting-the-lamb-s-war.html.
It is a Memoir in paperback/ISBN: 9781532660078/240 pages/republished
8/21/2018/ Retail Price: $26.00/and Web Price: $20.80.
The
second one is “Uncommon Martyrs The Berrigans, the Catholic Left, and the
Plowshares Movement” by Fred Wilcox, who profiles members of this anti-war
movement, whose Christianity compels them to acts of civil disobedience against
the military industrial complex. The ISBN is 0201522314/$6.50 for a
hardcover, and it can be purchased at Powell's Books. See https://www.spiritualityandpractice.com/book-reviews/view/7094/uncommon-martyrs.
87] – The Trump
Administration is again beating the war drums. Most recently, the target
is Iran. Should the Trump administration initiate an act of war against
Iran, consider joining us. It is a violation of U.S. law for the Trump
Administration to attack a country that has not attacked us, as only Congress
can declare war. The Trump administration is nevertheless beating the war drums
for war against Iran and Venezuela. Should a war criminal, John Bolton, convince
Trump to attack either of these countries, such a military strike would demand
an immediate and unequivocal response from us to show that we will not tolerate
his abuse of power.
Let's mobilize to show that we the
people will not tolerate another military adventure, which would be bound
to have profound negative consequences. If a military strike against Iran
or Venezuela takes place, then meet at 33rd and
N. Charles St., Baltimore 21218. If the attack is before 2 PM local
time, then the event will begin at 5 PM, local time. If the attack
occurs after 5 PM local time, then the event will begin at 5 PM,
local time, the following day. Contact Max at 410-323-1607 or
mobuszewski2001 at Comcast dot net.
88] -- If you would like
to get rid of books, videos, DVDs, records, tarps and table cloths, contact Max
at 410-323-1607 or mobuszewski2001 at comcast.net.
89] -- Can you use any
book shelves? Contact Max at 410-323-1607 or mobuszewski2001 at comcast.net.
90] -- Join an
extraordinary global campaign for the elimination of nuclear weapons: http://www.globalzero.org/sign-declaration.
A growing group of leaders around the world is calling for the elimination of
nuclear weapons and a majority of the global public agrees. This is an
historic window of opportunity. With momentum already building in favor
of Zero, a major show of support from people around the world could tip the
balance. When it comes to nuclear weapons, one is one too many.
91] – A Peace Park Antinuclear Vigil
takes place every day in Lafayette Park, 1601 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, 24 hours a
day, since June 3, 1981. Go to http://prop1.org; call 202-682-4282.
Donations
can be sent to the Baltimore Nonviolence Center, 325 E. 25th St., Baltimore, MD
21218. Ph: 410-366-1637; Email: mobuszewski2001 [at] comcast.net. Go to http://baltimorenonviolencecenter.blogspot.com/.
“One
is called to live nonviolently, even if the change one works for seems
impossible. It may or may not be possible to turn the US around through
nonviolent revolution. But one thing favors such an attempt: the total
inability of violence to change anything for the better" - Daniel Berrigan
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