Baltimore Activist Alert – March 16 – 17, 2025
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1] Books, buttons and stickers
2]
Web
site for info on federal legislation
3]
Need
help in archiving activist material
4] Get
the book A Bag of Snakes
5] Get the book Male Supremacy in the Catholic Church: An
Insider’s View by Roy Bourgeois
6] Baltimore activist selling her home
7] Tenant canvass – March 16
8] Hear from Israeli conscientious objectors – March 16
9] DSA meeting – March 16
10] Union organizing -- March 16
11] Living with Zionism – March 16
12] PDA Town Hall -- March 16
13] Rapid Response meeting – March 16
14] DSA Internationalism
Working Group meeting – March 16
15] Vigil at the Pentagon – March 17
16] Text voters – March 17
17] Election Protection – March 17
18] Protest Chuck Schumer-- March 17
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1] – Buttons, bumper stickers and books are
available. “God Bless the Whole World, No
Exceptions” stickers are in stock. Call Max at 410-323-1607.
2] –To obtain information how your federal legislators voted on particular bills, go to http://thomas.loc.gov/. Congressional toll-free numbers are 888-818-6641, 888-355-3588 or 800-426-8073. The White House Comment Email is accessible at http://www.whitehouse.gov/contact/.
3] – Janice Sevre-Duszynska needs some assistance in archiving her activist material. If you are interested in this project, contact Max at 410-323-1607 or mobuszewski2001 at Comcast dot net.
4] – Barry Lee Burnside, a gaggle of great writers and copy editors are making available “A Bag of Snakes: Selected Writings on Prisons and the Death Penalty by Murphy Davis and Eduard Loring. Edited by Barry Lee Burnside.” Ed indicates the book will be available for sale on April 13, and is asking you to pre-order your copy. Your donation will provide a needed financial boost for the printing costs. The suggested donation is $20 for one copy; and $30 for your copy and an additional copy for a prisoner or someone in need. Any donation is appreciated. More or less you will receive the book. Barry and the team have spent over two years putting this book together. It begins with outlines and notes found in the boxes of materials Murphy left when she ascended. The work is a work of love, and all involved are proud of the fruit borne by seeds nourished in good soil.
To order by postal mail, make your check to Open Door Community. Send it to Open Door Community, PO Box 10980, Baltimore 21234. For any questions, contact David Payne at 404-290-2047 or davidpayne@opendoorcommunity.org.
5] – Another book to consider purchasing is Male Supremacy in the Catholic Church: An Insider’s View by Roy Bourgeois. His new book is both memoir and position-paper, and it makes the case that the Roman Catholic Church is a corrupt system that spits out truth-tellers. The crime he was excommunicated for was attending the ordination ceremony of Janice Sevre-Duszynska in Lexington, Kentucky, in August 2008. The ordination was under the auspices of the Association of Roman Catholic Women Priests. The Vatican’s response has been to excommunicate any woman who has the audacity to see herself as a priest equal to a male priest. You can purchase a copy from Amazon or by Kindle.
Here are two quotes to contemplate: “I permit no woman to teach or to have authority over men. She is to keep silent.” – Timothy 1, 2:12-13. “If the patriarchy that dominates the church is not dismantled and women are not treated as equals, the church will continue to diminish and, eventually, die.” – Roy Bourgeois.
6] – A home in Baltimore is for sale on a dead-end street in the Lauraville neighborhood, with three bedrooms, and one bath. The yard backs into a field and then a forest. There is a serene and quiet setting with an abundance of wildlife. The owner will be asking a reasonable amount for the property but it will not be overpriced. Contact her by text only at 443 500 6733. On the text, leave your name and phone number, and she will get back to anyone that reaches out.
7] – On Sun., March 16 at 11 AM Et, join the Gateway Tenant Canvass starting at Einstein Bagels, 531 Quince Orchard Road, Gaithersburg 20878. RSVP at https://actionnetwork.org/events/gateway-tenant-canvass?link_id=58&can_id=4b9d4061aec5469758759317ac0f5285&source=email-metro-dc-dsa-weekly-newsletter-for-march-7-2025&email_referrer=email_2655314&email_subject=metro-dc-dsa-weekly-newsletter-for-march-14-2025&&
8] – World BEYOND War [greta@worldbeyondwar.org] on Sun., March 16 at noon ET wants you to hear Israeli Conscientious Objectors share their stories on Zoom. They refused to join the Israeli military. This webinar is hosted in partnership with Veterans for Peace Chapter 51 and the Refuser Solidarity Network (RSN). The Refuser Solidarity Network works to end the Israeli occupation of the Palestinian Territories and the militarization of Israeli society, one soldier at a time. RSVP at https://actionnetwork.org/events/refuse-the-war?clear_id=true&link_id=6&can_id=4b9d4061aec5469758759317ac0f5285&source=email-webinar-israeli-conscientious-objectors-share-their-stories-march-16&email_referrer=email_2637553&email_subject=webinar-israeli-conscientious-objectors-share-their-stories-march-16
The panelists are as follows: Atalya Ben-Abba is the Social Media Manager for the Refuser Solidarity Network. Atalya refused in 2017 and spent 110 days in the military prison because she wanted to publicly condemn the Israeli occupation, and not take part in its practices. Atalya has been an activist for the past ten years, working mainly in Jerusalem and the West Bank. Mattan Helman is the Executive Director of the Refuser Solidarity Network. Mattan spent 110 days in prison because he refused to join the Israeli army and oppress Palestinians. You'll also hear from Israeli conscientious objectors Einat Gerlitz and Tal Mitnick, who will be traveling across Canada for the Anti-Zionist Refusenik Speaking Tour throughout the month of March, hosted by Independent Jewish Voices (IJV) in partnership with the Mesarvot Network. The webinar will be moderated by Ron VanNorstrand, Vietnam-era veteran and coordinator of Veterans for Peace Chapter 51. Ron initiated contact with the Refuser Solidarity Network in solidarity and support, and to guide the advancement of a refuser/conscientious objector movement in the U.S.
9] – The Northern Virginia DSA monthly organizing meeting will be on Sun., March 16 from 1 to 3 PM at the Arlington Central Library, 1015 N Quincy St., Arlington, VA 22201. RSVP https://actionnetwork.org/events/nova-branch-monthly-organizing-meeting-march-16th-1pm?link_id=59&can_id=4b9d4061aec5469758759317ac0f5285&source=email-metro-dc-dsa-weekly-newsletter-for-march-7-2025&email_referrer=email_2655314&email_subject=metro-dc-dsa-weekly-newsletter-for-march-14-2025&&
New members are welcome. Discuss current actions and campaigns, address any current issues from the communities and allied organizations. You may join in person or virtually via Zoom. You must be vaxxed/boosted to join all in-person events. Email novabranch [at] mdcdsa [dot] org
10] – Not currently in a union? The DSA Labor Working Group still has you covered. Interested workers that want to fight their boss and organize their co-workers are invited to Union Organizing School with former ATU International Organizing Director Chris Townsend at the Festival Center, 1640 Columbia Road NW, WDC 20009 on Sun., March 16 at 2 to 5 PM. Lunch will be provided. It is a “soup to nuts” training on how to take the first steps to forming a labor union at your workplace. Email John Sherman - shermanj841@gmail.com. RSVP at https://actionnetwork.org/events/dc-organizing-school?link_id=17&can_id=4b9d4061aec5469758759317ac0f5285&source=email-metro-dc-dsa-weekly-newsletter-for-march-7-2025&email_referrer=email_2655314&email_subject=metro-dc-dsa-weekly-newsletter-for-march-14-2025&&
11] - Voices from the Holy Land [vfhlonlinefilmsalon@144271541.mailchimpapp.com] on Sun., March 16 at 3 PM ET are inviting you to an Online Film Salon-- Living with Zionism: Israel, Palestine, and the United States. While the ideology of Zionism has a long history, its manifestations today have resulted in severe injustices in Israel, Palestine, and the United States. In Israel, a Nation State law undergirds an apartheid reminiscent of 1930s Germany and Jim Crow America. In the occupied West Bank, fanatical Zionist settlers live under civil laws, while Palestinians live under harsh military rule. In the United States, college administrators expel anti-Zionist student protestors, labeling them “anti-Semitic,” while Christian Zionists send millions in tax-free dollars to Israeli “charities” and support local, state, and federal laws that threaten Americans’ First Amendment rights. Our Israeli, Palestinian, and American panelists will discuss the consequences of Zionism on the lives of ordinary people in the Holy Land
Watch the curated videos for free at your convenience. | Join the Q&A discussion with Amira Musallam: Christian peace activist; member, Unarmed Civilian Protection team in Palestine, Mimi Kirk: Editor, Institute for the Study of Christian Zionism; Editorial Consultant, Al-Shabaka, Odeliya Matter: Program Associate, Friends Committee on National Legislation; Co-Founder, Negev Media & Seth Morrison (Moderator): Board Member, JVP Action; leader, Bay Area Jewish Voice for Peace. You must register to join the discussion & receive access to the films: Tinyurl.com/VFHL-March2025
Once you register, you will get a confirmation email from Zoom with a link to the meeting and a link with to watch the film. (Save this confirmation letter as the meeting link is unique to your email and you must have this to participate. Watch the film at your convenience before the event. Then join in with your thoughts and questions for the speakers at the Q&A Discussion.
12] –Progressive Democrats of America [info@pdamerica.org] on Sun., March 16 at 4 PM ET will hold its weekly Town Hall: Tribute to Rep. Raúl Grijalva, and Progressive Future-Electeds as featured guests. RSVP at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0tceuhrzsvHdymeeZRwb-i7X50FJa-HMR4#/registration
The PDA community's hearts are broken that Congressperson, PDA Advisory Board Member, longtime friend and progressive icon Raúl Grijalva lost his battle with cancer on March 13. Honor his legacy with a tribute, and recommit to the issues that Raúl fought for throughout his life and tenure. At the Town Hall, hear from Gay Valimont, progressive candidate for Congress in the Special Election for Matt Gaetz's old seat, FL-01. Election Day is just around the corner—April 1—and there is no better way to honor Raul's memory than by flipping that seat to blue. That no doubt would have made him very happy. Progressive candidate for Mayor of Aurora, IL (the second largest city in the state), John Laesch will likewise inspire us with his vision and plans for victory.
13] – On Wed., March 16 from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, People Power United is working on a Rapid Response for Our Freedoms: Stop Project 2025. RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/747339/?followup_modal_context=nonexclusive_newsletter_closest
The time to act is now—your voice and your involvement are vital in this critical moment. Together, we have the power to resist this dangerous agenda that seeks to replace our democracy with authoritarian rule. By organizing, mobilizing, and holding leaders accountable, we can protect the rights, freedoms, and values that define America. Join in for "Rapid Response for Our Freedoms," a crucial event where we stand as one to defend democracy, uphold the rule of law, and safeguard the rights and freedoms we all hold dear. This is the moment to rise up for an America that includes everyone when we say "liberty and justice for all," not just the wealthy and powerful. People Power United believes in progress and the strength of collective action. Together, it pushes back against extremism in order to build a brighter future. Join the fight for Freedom over Fascism and help amplify the power of people to shape our democracy!
14] – The MDC-DSA Internationalism Working Group is holding a virtual meeting on Sun., March 16 from 7 to 8 PM ET. Share updates on international solidarity work in the DMV. RSVP at https://actionnetwork.org/events/mdc-dsa-internationalism-working-group-monthly-meeting-march-2025?link_id=61&can_id=4b9d4061aec5469758759317ac0f5285&source=email-metro-dc-dsa-weekly-newsletter-for-march-7-2025&email_referrer=email_2655314&email_subject=metro-dc-dsa-weekly-newsletter-for-march-14-2025&&
15] – There is a weekly Pentagon Peace Vigil from 7 to 8 AM on Mondays, since 1987, outside the Pentagon Metro stop. The next vigil is March 17, and it is sponsored by the Dorothy Day Catholic Worker. Email artlaffin@hotmail.com or call 202-882-9649. The vigil will be outside the Pentagon's south Metro entrance and in the designated "protest zone" behind bicycle fences across from the entrance to the Metro.
By Metro, take Yellow Line and get out at the "Pentagon" stop. Do not go to the Pentagon City stop! Go up south escalators and turn left and walk across to protest area. By car from D.C. area, take 395 South and get off at Exit 8A-Pentagon South Parking. Take slight right onto S. Rotary Rd. at end of ramp and right on S. Fern St. Then take left onto Army Navy Dr. You can "pay to park" on Army Navy Dr., and there is meter parking one block on right on Eads St. Payment for both of these spots begins at 8 AM. No cameras are allowed on Pentagon grounds. The restrooms are located inside Marriot Providence Inn on corner of S. Fern and Army Navy Dr.
16] – Join Pax Christi USA for a 30-minute prayer service most Mondays in Lent -- March 17, March 24, March 31 and April 7 from 8:30 to 9 AM ET. Use this link to register with Zoom -- you will be automatically registered for each session: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/QbvRGEK1Qx6AnRFrCVUfuA#/registration
17] – Progressive Democrats of America [info@pdamerica.org] wants you to participate with the Grassroots Election Protection Coalition/ALLIANCE 4 GRASSROOTS DEMOCRACY Zoom on Mon., March 17 at 5 PM ET. Hear from leading activists, elected officials, and others committed to union organizing as well as cleaning up our elections and the environment, and other critically important issues. RSVP at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYqfuygpjIiHtc20uIOxdeqYRiAicjSLWUc#/registration
18] – On March 13, Chuck Schumer voted to approve the terrible GOP continuing resolution bill - despite overwhelming opposition from his base and even moderate house Democrats. This resolution codifies massive Trump cuts. On Mon., March 17 from 5:30 to 8 PM Indivisible and others will protest outside the Enoch Pratt Free Library Central Branch, 400 Cathedral St., Baltimore 21201. Baltimore is the FIRST STOP of his national book tour. Tell the world that Baltimore doesn’t stand for democratic sell outs.
Schumer also has a record of conflating antisemitism and anti-Zionism, which harms Jewish communities and has contributed to Trump’s ability to target pro-Palestinian activists, such as Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil. RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/indivisible/event/763500/?link_id=1&can_id=4b9d4061aec5469758759317ac0f5285&source=email-protest-schumer-mon-322-mass-meeting-feedback-on-our-name&email_referrer=email_2657296&email_subject=protest-schumer-this-mon-sat-322-mass-mtg-feedback-on-our-name&&
To be continued
Donations can be sent to Max Obuszewski, Baltimore Nonviolence Center, and 431 Notre Dame Lane, Apt. 206, 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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