Baltimore Activist Alert – July 27 – 28, 2025

Baltimore Activist Alert – July 27 – 28, 2025

"I speak as an American to the leaders of my own nation. The great initiative in this war is ours. The initiative to stop it must be ours." -Martin Luther King Jr.

Friends, this list and other email documents which I send out are done under the auspices of the Baltimore Nonviolence Center.  Go to www.baltimorenonviolencecenter.blogspot.com. 

If you appreciate this information and would like to make a donation, send contributions to Max Obuszewski, BNC, 431 Notre Dame Lane, Apt. 206, Baltimore, MD 21212.  Max can be reached at 410-323-1607 or mobuszewski2001 [at] comcast.net.

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] March for Integrity – July 27

7] Homewood Sunday worship – July 27

8] Uplifting Our Ethical Futures – July 27

9] Doctors against genocide – July 27

10] Electoral Team Launch & Training Intensive – July 27

11] Revolutionizing Tourism: Nicaragua's Model – July 27

12] Progressive Town Hall – July 27

13] Young Dems of Maryland meeting – July 27

14] Rapid Response for Our Freedoms – July 27

15] Comedy Benefit for Gaza Relief – July 27

16] Vigil at the Pentagon – July 28

17] Sign Wave – July 28

18] Grassroots protection for the vote – July 28

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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] – On Sun., July 27 from 10 AM to 8 PM, there is a March for Integrity. The Money out of Politics Movement is organizing a peaceful, non-partisan mass mobilization on the National Mall, Constitution Ave. NW, WDC, and at all 50 state capitals. There is a call for a Ban on Lobbyist Gifts; the End of Congressional Stock Trading; the Overturning of Citizens United; and a Constitutional Amendment to Keep Money out of Politics. These reforms are not partisan; they are essential to ensuring a government that serves the people rather than powerful special interests. Sign up at https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/770440/

7] – Homewood Friends Meeting [homewoodfriends@gmail.com] gathers for worship on Sundays at 10:30 AM at 3107 N. Charles St., Baltimore 21218 and on Zoom.  There is a heat policy when temperatures exceed 90 degrees.  Thus the meeting will be in the dining room. A simple lunch will take place after the 10:30 AM worship. Call 410-235-4438. To join by Zoom, go to https://us02web.zoom.us/j/255867065?pwd=UDNxVnlVSkZQOHlXWlc3NHpHeHdhZz09#success

8] – On Sun., July 27 at 11 AM, consider attending Uplifting Our Ethical Futures, a 2025 Assembly: American Ethical Union All Society virtual platform.  RSVP at https://aeu.org/110th-aeu-assembly-2025/

The Baltimore Ethical Society will meet at 10::30 AM using the BES Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/GAY_M-FBSnKs0_EPd5IcXw BES will break just before 11 AM for the AEU Platform. A troika of new leadership in the ethical movement, Louise Jett, Joe Farkas, and Audrey Kindred, will lead the Assembly Platform by inviting us to reflect upon the AEU Assembly and our movement as a whole. Bringing to a close an intense weekend of ethical engagement in Philadelphia, this gathering will highlight the themes of the Assembly and aim to nurture the intentionality of our pluralistic ethical movement, so that we can propel the Assembly’s vision of “growing community toward ethical futures!”

9] – Doctors against Genocide [info@doctorsagainstgenocide.org] on Sun., July 27 at noon ET wants you to check out updates from Gaza. Register at https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_aUUzycRDSwaem750Nc6iFg

Words are not enough to end genocide in Gaza, action is needed.  Get live updates from Gaza doctors.

10] – Join an Electoral Team Launch & Training Intensive on Sun., July 27 from 1:30 to 4:30 PM at the Takoma Park Community Center, 7500 Maple Ave., Takoma Park 20912. Fight back against fear and learn about why working on local elections is a real way to fight back against the larger tide of fascism and capitalism in the US and the world, and hear from some NYC-DSA comrades who worked on Zohran Mamdani's campaign about how they knocked on 1.5 million doors and won a historic victory in the NYC mayoral primary!  In this weekend intensive, you will be introduced to why local electoral work is the perfect confluence of practical action and idealism for a better future for the DMV. Get into the evidence supporting the primary mode of winning these local elections: door-to-door canvassing. And discuss the upcoming opportunities to participate in local races this year!  This training is for DSA members who plan to be involved in the summer/fall election season. Go into more detail about how to use your current skill set to help erect the chapter's campaign operation and identifying what skills you need to be successful canvassers and organizers for the program. RSVP at https://actionnetwork.org/events/electoral-team-launch-training-intensive-day-2?link_id=86&can_id=4b9d4061aec5469758759317ac0f5285&source=email-metro-dc-dsa-weekly-newsletter-for-july-11-2025&email_referrer=email_2817137&email_subject=metro-dc-dsa-weekly-newsletter-for-july-18-2025&&

11] – The Maryland CPUSA [md@cpusa.org] on Sun., July 27 at 3 PM ET wants you to know about a webinar "Revolutionizing Tourism: Nicaragua's Model to Benefit Communities & Travelers." REGISTER:  bit.ly/NicaJuly27

Join in to hear about the development of family- and community-based tourism in Nicaragua, and how it contrasts with other travel of today and of past decades.  Becca Renk of Casa Benjamin Linder will lead a discussion with other featured speakers, who will describe their recent travel under the current model, compared to past experiences. The Nicaragua Webinars series is hosted and sponsored by Nicaragua Solidarity Coalition, NicaSolidarity.com.  You can sign up to receive the coalition's bi-weekly newsletter, action alerts, and other event notifications at bit.ly/NicaSubs.

12] – The Progressive Democrats of America [info@pdamerica.org] will hold its weekly Town Hall on Sun., July 27 at 4 PM ET. This Town Hall will include one of the Biggest Announcements in PDA's 21-year history.  The featured guest Hartzell Gray will present a unifying vision for the 21st Century Progressive Movement. There will also be a focus on Gaza and the Epstein Scandal. Do you want to defeat MAGA and set the world right? Join in this Sunday. RSVP at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0tceuhrzsvHdymeeZRwb-i7X50FJa-HMR4?emci=90e56fda-7269-f011-8dc9-6045bda9d96b&emdi=6aa9f9ac-9969-f011-8dc9-6045bda9d96b&ceid=2907617#/registration

 Gray is a community organizer, radio host, and lifelong Kansan who has spent his life fighting for working people and challenging systems that prioritize profit over people. Raised in KC, Hartzell has organized with tenant unions, backed youth-led campaigns, and helped build national coalitions through Young Progressive Democrats of America—all while staying rooted in the neighborhoods that raised him.

13] – Join he Young Dems of Maryland  on Sun., July 27 in from 4 to 5:30 PM for a Homecoming Fundraiser-a night to honor its legacy, reconnect with past leaders, and celebrate the power of young people to lead. Tickets start at $20 and include free drinks for those over 21. RSVP here: https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/816214/?followup_modal_context=nonexclusive_newsletter_closest

14] –  On Sundays, including July 27, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM ET, join for a virtual "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 our moment to rise up for an America that includes everyone when we say "liberty and justice for all," not just the wealthy and powerful.  At People Power United, we believe in progress and the strength of collective action. Together, we can push back against extremism and build a brighter future. Join us in the fight for Freedom over Fascism and help amplify the power of people to shape our democracy! This event will continue through August 31. RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/747339/

15] – Laughing from Crying is a Comedy Benefit for Gaza Relief at the Baltimore Improv Group Theater, 1727 N. Charles St., Baltimore on Sun., July 27 at 7 PM  (doors open at 6 PM). This Benefit for the Middle East Children’s Alliance is organized by the Baltimore Chapter of Jewish Voice for Peace. It will feature standup comedy, music and poetry acts. RSVP at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/laughing-from-crying-benefit-event-for-meca-tickets-1487079457689?emci=5fdf3bdc-2868-f011-8dc9-6045bda9d96b&emdi=3d70eadc-3768-f011-8dc9-6045bda9d96b&ceid=4262660

16] – 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 July 28, 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.

17] –  Baltimore Sign Waves on Mondays, including July 28, from 4 to 5 PM will be at West Northern Parkway & Roland Ave., Baltimore 21210. This will continue through August 25. Join in the waving of pro-democracy signs! Bring your sign or just show up. RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/793151/?followup_modal_context=nonexclusive_newsletter_closest

18] – Progressive Democrats of America [info@pdamerica.org] wants you to participate with the Grassroots Election Protection Coalition/ALLIANCE 4 GRASSROOTS DEMOCRACY Zoom on Mon., July 28 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

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