Baltimore Activist Alert -- September 29 - 29, 2023

42] What’s the future for the Palestinians? – Sept. 28

43] Brady Organizing Team -- Sept. 28

44] Israel into the Visa Waiver Program – Sept. 28

45] Support the Uyghurs – Sept. 28

46] PG County School Board discussion – Sept. 28

47] Digital Democracy meeting – Sept. 28

48] Weekly Town Hall Podcast about Media & Democracy – Sept. 29

49] Maryland's Climate Pathway Report – Sept. 29

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42] – Nonviolence International presents Jonathan Kuttab's Book Launch, "The Truth Shall Set You Free," on Thurs., Sept. 28 from noon to 1:30 PM ET.  This event is hosted by Maia Carter Hallward, with Special Guest Mubarak Awad, NVI Founder. Welcome Jonathan Kuttab to speak about his memoir along with special guest Mubarak Awad. Kuttab is a co-founder of Nonviolence International, a Palestinian Human Rights lawyer-and Christian pacifist. In this marvelous memoir, he takes us on a personal journey from anger and thoughts of violence to his deep commitment to unrelenting peaceful activism. Be forewarned: This is not the journey of a starry-eyed idealist. It’s a true life story of a man who has witnessed violence, terrible injustice, suffering and heart-wrenching losses. Three of the chapters are devoted to nonviolence and the work of his cousin Mubarak Awad who will also be joining the book launch. After discussion of the book, there will be an exploration about nonviolence and the future of Palestinians and Israelis today. RSVP at https://www.nonviolenceinternational.net/jonathan_kuttab_s_book_launch_the_truth_shall_set_you_free

43] – On Thurs., Sept. 28 from 5 to 6 PM ET, get with the Brady Organizing Team for a virtual training. Do you need support from Brady’s organizing team? Have new ideas to combat gun violence, but don’t know how to get them off the ground? Every week, a member of the organizing team is here to support your work. Sign up for the shift that works best for your schedule. If you can't find a time that works for you, email rgonzalez@bradyunited.org to schedule time to talk. RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/380248/?followup_modal_context=nonexclusive_newsletter_closest.  This will continue on Thursdays through Dec. 21.

44] – James Zogby [jzogby@aaiusa.org] is upset and will explain at a Town Hall what is bothering him on Thurs., Sept. 28 at 5:30 PM ET. He is outraged that the Biden administration decided to allow Israel into the Visa Waiver Program. The town hall will discuss ways for the community to respond. Hear from directly impacted people who have faced discrimination at the border, and discuss strategy for congressional oversight and possible legal challenges. Register at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAude2uqT0sHtTbPS4Y4OQnXRLtxy6pQzvY?emci=1492840d-775d-ee11-9937-00224832eb73&emdi=c80376d0-795d-ee11-9937-00224832eb73&ceid=389907#/registration

45] – Karen Guberman <krguberman@gmail.com> is reminding us to join Protest the Uyghur Genocide on Thurs., Sept. 28 at 6 PM ET at the corner of Van Ness and International Drive by the Chinese Embassy. Let the Ambassador know that you say "NO" to genocide.  Bring a colleague, a friend, anyone who may be interested.

46] – PG County School Board member Jonathan Briggs will host a town hall meeting on Thurs.,  Sept. 28 at 7 PM ET. This gathering will serve as a platform to engage, collaborate, and exchange insights. It's an opportunity for Jonathan to share the latest developments from the Board, outline his vision for District 2, and, most importantly, listen to your valuable input to empower the community. Please add your name and email to the attached form if you are interested in participating: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeWRi2O0mnRZd_s12kvxH6FQh9IPv6IK3BDgNCXo5tkVJ_DVw/viewform?emci=93b17c10-dd5b-ee11-9937-00224832eb73&emdi=bb02098d-eb5b-ee11-9937-00224832eb73&ceid=136680

47] – On Thurs., Sept. 28 from 8 to 9 PM ET, Common Cause is hosting a Digital Democracy Activists meeting.  Do you believe that accessible internet, local journalism, online privacy, and responsible social media platforms are essential to a functioning democracy? If so, you should become a Digital Democracy Activist (DDA)! Learn about the fight for Digital Democracy and take action with a community of digital democracy activists. All volunteer experience/ technology comfort levels are welcome! RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/565663/?  

48] – The Democratic National Committee is holding a Weekly Town Hall Podcast about Media & Democracy on Fri., Sept. 29 from noon to 1:30 PM ET.  Tune in at https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/546677/?followup_modal_context=nonexclusive_newsletter_most_popular_virtual. The podcast will continue through Fri., Jan. 26 from noon to 1 PM ET.

49] – On Fri., September 29 at noon, take a deep dive into Maryland's Climate Pathway Report.  Then discuss how you can get involved to make sure your voice and community concerns are heard in this vital process. Register at https://www.mdlcv.org/event/friday-digest-climate-plan?contactdata=kimxmD4JuG+gE8oZP+NhR%2fFty+BHNjERpFYOo2tKbwAq%2feS+wny6eBq3WHw1+RRa6OUqfbKPDXZl%2fFgD7m7i6krQVW41u8MVJDOAbBQBaLIbzS9SidI15%2fAsr7ECm2vPCOQ1pX1vWdcTyhze7ELMjGtpIbd0qBtjOQEF%2fuvtQFqu3eMO02Fsy137GXptaNXLJF24kVXk1E9bWV5jeJCiHQybwEUoUylqD3TdozMv4OaYT1tsrtu0F9kjNPwcxQyctxdB2H63Fhpgz7syNsbr4A%3d%3d&emci=ba7f8be2-6756-ee11-9937-00224832e811&emdi=e52566ad-cc57-ee11-9937-00224832eb73&ceid=578562

To be continued.

Donations can be sent to Max Obuszewski, Baltimore Nonviolence Center, 431 Notre Dame Lane, Apt. 206, Baltimore, MD 21212.  Ph.: 410-323-1607; Email: mobuszewski2001 [at] comcast.net. Go to http://baltimorenonviolencecenter.blogspot.com/.

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