Sunday, July 5, 2020

Baltimore Activist Alert -- July 6 - 7, 2020



19] Reject Annexation – July 6
20] Annexation and the EU: From Rhetoric to Action – July 6
21] Rally for Housing Justice in the DC Budget!  – July 6
22] Virtual Meeting of the Baltimore City Council – July 6
23] DC Climate Coalition July Zoom Meeting July 6
24] Racial Equity: Beginning a Community Conversation – July 6
25] Continued Conversation on Race and Justice – July 6
26] WOMEN and the VOTE AND BEYOND July 6 - 7
27] Our Revolution Weekly Organizing Call July 6
28] Get Money Out – Maryland call July 6
29] Watch Party for "The Vote" – July 6 -7
30] A no-cost global COVID response – July 7
31] PELOSI – July 7
32] Outside Bread for the Journey Soup Kitchen – July 7
33] Montgomery County Council Hearing Watch Party July 7
34] House subcommittee on Energy and Water Development – July 7
34] Vigil against JHU drone research – July 7
36] Pantry on the Go Food Distribution – July 7
37] New pipeline threat coming to Maryland – July 7
38] Online CASA Pre-Service Training – July 7
39] Planning for local media – July 7
40] Sunrise Baltimore hub Zoom meeting – July 7
41] Indivisible Text banking Training – July 7
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19] – On Mon., July 6 from 7 to 9 AM, Reject Annexation: Rally at Jared Kushner's House, hosted by IfNotNow DC at Mitchell Park, WDC.  Israel’s plan to annex the West Bank violates international law and threatens Palestinian dignity. Donald Trump and Jared Kushner have enabled it every step of the way. Do a wake-up call at Jared Kushner’s and Ivanka Trump’s house. For full details, RSVP here: tinyurl.com/wakeupkushner. Bring your own shofar.  See https://www.facebook.com/events/310511349987815/.

20] – J Stream is hosting Annexation and the EU: From Rhetoric to Action on Mon., July 6 at 2 PM ET.  European states have been some of the most outspoken in opposition to Netanyahu’s pledge to unilaterally annex parts of the West Bank. More than a dozen European Union member states have made public statements against annexation, with seven going further to indicate the intention to impose consequences. Meanwhile, the Netanyahu government has forged close ties with the right-leaning EU member states, which have blocked the EU from adopting a strong, unified anti-annexation response. What steps are European states taking to deter annexation and what kinds of economic, political and legal consequences might the EU impose should annexation occur? What impact do divisions in the EU have on its ability to respond to annexation? How are the Israeli government and Israeli public reacting to EU condemnation of annexation?  Join J Street’s Director of Government Affairs, Dr. Debra Shushan, for a conversation with Dr. Maya Sion-Tzidkiyahu, Mitvim Institute’s Director of the Program on Israel-Europe Relations, and Martin Konečný, the Director of European Middle East Project. To participate, go to https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MaVU2EjtRw2MF7eXkNNpuw.

21] – On Mon., July 6 from 3 to 6 PM, Rally for Housing Justice in the DC Budget!  This is hosted by Empower DC.   The DC Council is finalizing the city's 2021 budget in the next few weeks - demand money for critical housing programs! Go to https://www.facebook.com/events/569798047039687/.

22] – On Mon., July 6 from 5 to 7 PM, attend a Virtual Meeting of the Baltimore City Council, hosted by Council President Brandon M. Scott. You can watch the meeting online at charmtvbaltimore.com/watch-live or on CharmTV (Channel 25/1085HD). Information and an agenda for the City Council meeting can be found here: https://baltimore.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?ID=739233&GUID=D73937F1-584D-43FA-869C-0CDCF020E5F5&Options=&Search=. Visit https://www.facebook.com/events/264998094824296/.

23] – On Mon., July 6 from 6 to 7:30 PM, join a DC Climate Coalition July Zoom Meeting. A Zoom link will be sent to the DC Climate Coalition google group. If you are not on that list, fill out this form to request to be added: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScyMMCCpSgpotP6XSEXdZP4Z8L_tPZ6eShzxEitdrmZf6GZww/viewform?usp=sf_link.  See https://www.facebook.com/events/978183789319155/.

24] – On Mon., July 6 from 6 to 8 PM, consider checking out Racial Equity: Beginning a Community Conversation, hosted by Frederick County Executive Jan H. Gardner.  This will be a virtual town hall, and many are energized for positive change following the March for Justice. People of all ages, races, and backgrounds are united together in a desire to ensure a fair and just community. However, with recent events, including hate-filled graffiti and counter-protesters at a unity rally, the need for a broad conversation is clear. The virtual town hall will consider a broad range of topics, such as disparities in health, education, jobs and economics, provide a foundation of information and what the people of Frederick County can do to realize change. The racial equity virtual town hall will be broadcast live on FCG TV and web streamed at www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/Racial-Equity. Public comments and questions can be submitted in advance online at www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/Racial-Equity. People also can listen to and participate in the discussion by calling 1-855-925-2801 and entering code 9464. Press 1 to listen to the meeting, press 2 to record a comment, and press 3 to be placed in line to speak during the town hall.  Check out https://www.facebook.com/events/210004796830238/.

25] – On Mon., July 6 from 7 to 8 PM, there is a Continued Conversation on Race and Justice, hosted by the Old Presbyterian Meeting House. Work toward dismantling racism in our society. For a list of resources that may be helpful to you, visit opmh.org/antiracism. See https://www.facebook.com/events/744797266265895/.

26] – On Mon., July 6 and Tues., July 7 from 7 to 9 PM, watch WOMEN and the VOTE AND BEYOND, which can be seen on PBS. This is a celebration of being an American woman:  PBS American Experience on Woman's Rights and the suffrage--- the struggle to gain the right to vote and even this final success did not insure suffrage for ALL women). You will see women protesting outside the White House from 1906-1920 during the campaign to pass the 19th Amendment.  Women weren't given the vote...They took it.  Visit https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/films/vote/.

27] – Don’t miss Our Revolution Weekly Organizing Call every Monday night at 8:30 PM ET for the national network of leaders and activists. Each call features interviews with the next generation of progressive champions! Sign up at https://www.facebook.com/events/806447073112122/?event_time_id=806447079778788.

28] – Join the Get Money Out of Maryland Teleconference on Mon., July 6 from 8:30 to 9:30 PM.  There are two ways to join the conference: Dial 1 929 205 6099, and then use meeting ID: 512 862 260. Or Click on your device if you have downloaded the app from Zoom. The focus will be on organizational sign-ups, public relations, and logistics for lobbying in Annapolis.

29] – On Mon., July 6 from 9 PM to midnight, get over to a Watch Party for "The Vote," hosted by League of Women Voters, Frederick.  Get with the Online Event at https://proweb.myersinfosys.com/mptv/airlist/42.1/1111596/detail. Go to https://www.facebook.com/events/196157205099935/.

30] – COVID is killing people near and far. Hear from U.S. farmers and clergy how you can advocate from home for a no-cost global COVID response. RSVP to join a video call on Tues., July 7 at 10 AM ET. Support for Sen. Durbin's Bill for Debt Relief & a No-Cost Global Response to COVID & Hunger.  RSVP at national@actioncorps.org.

31] – On Tues., July 7 from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, hear “The Secrets of Nancy Pelosi's Success,” hosted by Woman's National Democratic Club. Visit events.r20.constantcontact.com. The House Speaker shattered the "marble ceiling" to become the first woman Speaker—twice. She's been a crucial part of liberal legislative victories from the Affordable Care Act to allowing gay people to serve openly in the military. She's repeatedly confronted President Trump, from calling him a liar to his face to leading the impeachment process to ripping up his State of the Union, and she seems to get under his skin in a way few other political opponents have managed to do. This look at her life and career, by the author Molly Ball of the New York Times bestselling biography, PELOSI, will shed light on her methods and motivations.  This is an online program via Zoom. For everyone’s security, instructions on joining will be shared after you have registered: https://www.facebook.com/events/320335222284334/.

32] – On Tues., July 7 from  1:30 to 2 PM, check out Outside Bread for the Journey Soup Kitchen individual lunches given out by Amazing Grace Lutheran Church in Baltimore.  This Tuesday soup kitchen will until Dec. 1. The church is at 2424 McElderry St., Baltimore 21205.  Visit https://www.facebook.com/events/602052220539690/?event_time_id=602052307206348.

33] – On Tues., July 7 from 1 to 3:30 PM ET, attend a Montgomery County Council Hearing Watch Party: Special Appropriation for Mobile Crisis Response. JUFJ and its partners at the Silver Spring Justice Coalition have been urging the council to invest in mental health first responders as an alternative to sending armed police officers. This is an important investment in safety for the community. Discuss background on these efforts, and the hearing will begin at 1:30 PM.  You will receive call-in instructions via email after you RSVP. Go to https://jufj.org/event/montgomery-county-council-hearing-watch-party-mobile-crisis-response/?emci=b894c35e-e0bb-ea11-9b05-00155d039e74&emdi=aa73cc13-a9bc-ea11-9b05-00155d039e74&ceid=3403859.

34] –  On Tues., July 7 at 3 PM, there is an House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development Markup of FY 2021 Energy and Water Appropriations Bill, 2362-B Rayburn House Office Building, WDC.  See https://appropriations.house.gov/.

35] – There is a Vigil to say "No Drone Research at JHU" at 33rd and N. Charles Sts. on Tuesdays from 5 to 6 PM. Contact Max at mobuszewski2001 at Comcast dot net or 410-323-1607.  You may consider contacting President Ron Daniels and telling him that the university should reject all military contracts, including those for killer drone and nuclear weapons research.  The president’s mailing address is Office of the President, 242 Garland Hall, The Johns Hopkins University, 3400 N. Charles St., Baltimore, Maryland 21218.  You can also reach his office by Phone: (410) 516-8068, Fax: (410) 516-6097 or email: president@jhu.edu.

36] – On Tues., July 7 from 5 to 7 PM and Tues., Aug. 4 from 5 to 7 PM, get with Pantry on the Go Food Distribution hosted by Epiphany Community Center, 2216 Pot Spring Road, Timonium 21093.  This free food distribution is sponsored by the Maryland Food Bank and hosted at Epiphany. This will be an outdoor, drive thru, no contact event. Everyone is welcome to attend! Look at https://www.facebook.com/events/1078464799015859/?event_time_id=1240444216151249.

37] – There is a new pipeline threat coming to Maryland, and Maryland ratepayers are on the hook for it. Two proposed pipelines would connect to bring fracked gas from Delaware into Maryland down the Eastern Shore, threatening the region’s ecosystems and drinking water supplies, and causing irreparable damage to the land and our climate. On Tues., July 7 at 6 PM, the Maryland Department of the Environment will be hosting a virtual hearing on a permit needed to move forward with construction. This is a perfect opportunity to attend and voice your concerns directly to the MDE. RSVP https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5054732437328228621.

38] – On July 6 from 6 to 9 PM, join an Online CASA Pre-Service Training by a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA)/ Prince George's County.  Then will occur at the same time each Monday, ending July 27. Are you looking for a way to serve your community during these uncertain times? Visit pgcasa.org to learn how you can apply to become an advocate and mentor to a child in foster care. These will be live Zoom sessions and independent online work. By serving together, you can support the youth in your community! Visit https://www.facebook.com/events/247682739647316/?event_time_id=247682746313982.

39] – Visit https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MaVU2EjtRw2MF7eXkNNpuw to get involved with Planning for local media.  You put a lot of work into events, memorials, and actions - whether they're in person or digital. But how do you make sure that it gets coverage so that work is amplified? Join this webinar to discuss what you can do to make sure that your event is more appealing to the local media on Tues., July 7 at 6 PM ET.

40] – Sunrise Baltimore is holding a hub Zoom meeting on Tues., July 7 at 6:30 PM.  Register at https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIvdumprjsiGtXdwILk_dw9VUgFNhDdGecE?link_id=0&can_id=4b9d4061aec5469758759317ac0f5285&source=email-imagining-a-safe-healthy-baltimore-together-2&email_referrer=email_852305___subject_1155013&email_subject=sign-up-now-for-tuesdays-hub-meeting. Discuss the intersection between work on the climate crisis, the Movement for Black Lives, and COVID-19. Prioritize justice and stand for the health and welfare of all people is crucial.

41] – Get involved with Indivisible Text banking Training on Tues., July 7 at 8:30 PM.  Wondering how you can get involved in upcoming elections from wherever you are? Learn how to start texting with the IndivisiText program on the platform, TextOut!  Register at https://indivisible.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gkWB7y-jThuueY7yz8PtHQ.

To be continued.

Donations can be sent to Max Obuszewski, Baltimore Nonviolence Center, 431 Notre Dame Lane, Baltimore, MD 21212.  Ph: 410-323-1607; Email: mobuszewski2001 [at] comcast.net. Go to http://baltimorenonviolencecenter.blogspot.com/.

"The master class has always declared the wars; the subject class has always fought the battles. The master class has had all to gain and nothing to lose, while the subject class has had nothing to gain and everything to lose--especially their lives." Eugene Victor Debs

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