Wednesday, September 3, 2025

Baltimore Activist Alert -- September 3 - 4, 2025

30] Phone zap for taxes for all -- Sept. 3

31] Write in support of democracy – Sept. 3

32] Baltimore Sign Waves – Sept. 3

33] Rush hour protest – Sept. 3

34] Baltimore Sign Waves – Sept. 3

35] Let’s win Virginia – Sept. 3

36] Why we organize – Sept. 3

37] War is not green Sept. 3

38] Assault on West Bank – Sept. 3

39] Stop genocide – Sept. 3

40] Learn about socialism – Sept. 3

41] Troops out of D.C. – Sept. 4

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30] – Join a phone zap organized by the With Us, For Us Campaign to tell Baltimore City's Budget and Appropriations Committee to vote YES on 25-0036 for a PILOT Taskforce! The City Council Budget and Appropriations Committee has scheduled a work session on the PILOT Taskforce Bill (25-0036) for Tues., Sept. 9 at 9 AM. Members of the Committee are expected to vote on the proposed legislation during this work session. This bill must pass out of committee. Fourteen of Baltimore’s largest tax-exempt institutions utilize $47 million in city services annually, but only contribute a collective $6 million a year in the form of a PILOT program. We recognize that federal funding cuts impact these institutions, but they maintain large endowments, bring in consistent revenue, and continue to pay top executives seven-figure salaries. When the PILOT agreement expires in 2026, Baltimore City must renegotiate its terms to support the city’s working families. The PILOT Taskforces will ensure this process is fair and transparent.

 Sign up for a timeslot on Wed., Sept. 3 AND Mon., Sept. 8 to make 4 phone calls in support of the taskforce bill, one to each member of the committee to support the bill. Each call will take 1 minute or less. If you only have time for one, please focus on the Committee chair, Councilwoman Danielle McCray/(410) 396-4808; Isaac “Yitzy” Schleifer, Vice Chair/(410) 396-4819; Antonio “Tony” Glover/(410) 396-4829 & Sharon Green Middleton/(410) 396-4832. Remember to thank the staff who you talk to - they work hard and are fielding a lot of our calls!  See a Sample Script: Hi, my name is [your name], resident of [your neighborhood], calling on behalf of the With Us, For Us Campaign. I am calling to ask Councilmember _____ to vote yes on Bill 25-0036 for a PILOT Taskforce so that Baltimore City can negotiate a fair and transparent PILOT agreement with our wealthiest institutions. I care about a fair and transparent PILOT because ___________. [Feel free to share a personal story or highlight important pieces of the legislation]. Can we count on the councilperson’s support? RSVP at https://www.slottr.com/PILOTtaskforce?emci=530f1a90-a882-f011-b484-6045bdeb7413&emdi=99cbc706-8d83-f011-b484-6045bdeb7413&ceid=3403859

31] – On Wednesdays, including Sept. 3, from 2 to 3:30 PM ET, join Baltimore Writes in Support of Democracy at Belvedere Square Market, 529 E. Belvedere Ave., Baltimore 21212.  Write letters to PA voters. In October, they will elect judges for their Supreme Court, a CRITICAL component of a free & fair democracy. This is an easy, fun way to meet other concerned citizens and support a renewed American democracy. Bring your favorite pen, and spend an hour doing some good! This will continue through Oct. 22. RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/823429/?followup_modal_context=nonexclusive_newsletter_closest

32] – On Wed., Aug. 27 from 4:30 to 5 PM join Baltimore Sign Waves at West 40th St. & Roland Ave., Baltimore 21211. This event will continue through Nov. 26. RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/763996/?followup_modal_context=nonexclusive_newsletter_closest

The Wednesday Movement launched on March 12, 2025 when disgruntled seniors took to the streets in Baltimore to make their feelings known. The Movement, a weekly Pro-Democracy, Anti-Trump, Anti-Putin vigil, gathers on a heavily trafficked Baltimore street corner. We invite others who feel the same way to join the Movement. You do not need to be old to join this movement.

33] – On Wednesdays, Sept 3 & 10, from 4:30 to 6 PM ET, there will be a Rush-Hour Sidewalk Sign-Wave at U.S. 1 & East-West Highway (MD 410) intersection, Riverdale Park 20782. RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/dfadcoalition/event/812231/?followup_modal_context=organization_newsletter_custom_recommendations

Join the sidewalk honk 'n wave every Wednesday at the intersection of Route 1 (Baltimore Avenue) and East-West Highway (410)! You can park in the Church of the Brethren’s parking lot on Route 1 at Tuckerman Street (about a block away). Feel free to bring your own. Bring water, sunglasses, and a hat, and prepare for fun! Sponsored by Indivisible Route 1 Corridor.

34] – Join a sign wave on Wed., Sept. 3 from 5:30 to 6 PM ET at Woodbrook Church, 25 Stevenson Lane, [between Bellona Ave. & Charles St.] Baltimore 21212. Park in the church parking lot. This event will continue through September 24. This event will be canceled if raining hard. RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/804632/?followup_modal_context=nonexclusive_newsletter_closest

35] – Get involved in Why We Organize: DSA New Member Cohort on Wed., Sept. 3 from 6 to 8 PM at the MLK Library, 901 G St. NW, WDC 20001. Contact Paige Evans (703-989-8559). Get inspired and learn some basics on Why We Organize! The course will cover the role of an organizer, how to build a successful campaign, and what makes DSA different from other organizations. RSVP at https://actionnetwork.org/events/why-we-organize-dsa-new-member-cohort-2/?link_id=89&can_id=4b9d4061aec5469758759317ac0f5285&source=email-metro-dc-dsa-weekly-newsletter-for-august-22-2025&email_referrer=email_2866069&email_subject=metro-dc-dsa-weekly-newsletter-for-august-29-2025&&

36] – On Wed., Sept. 3 at 6:30 PM, Indivisible has organized Let's Win in Virginia! This includes virtual phone banking for Abigail Spanberger. RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/823024/?followup_modal_context=nonexclusive_newsletter_more_events_of_type

Join in to help Abigail Spanberger become the next Governor of Virginia. Join the friendly, expert phone banking crew at J Walkers Action Group and Indivisible Montgomery (MD); you will receive all the training you need prior to making calls. Bring your computer, phone and a smile in your voice! You will need to have an Action ID account before using this phone system. Set one up for free here: https://www.ngpvan.com/actionid/. This phone bank will also occur on Sun., Sept 14 at 2 PM.

37] –Aaron Kirshenbaum [aaron@codepink.org] on Wed., Sept. 3 at 8 PM ET will hold the next War Is Not Green Working Group call. RSVP herehttps://www.codepink.org/wing93

38] – The War Industry Resisters Network [info@masspeaceaction.org], co-sponsored by MAPA, is holding a webinar with journalist Jasper Nathaniel on what is happening in the West Bank of Palestine. Gaza is being destroyed before our eyes.  However, the Ethnic Cleansing in the West Bank is not getting the same coverage.  On Wed., Sept. 3 at 8 PM ET, get with a webinar featuring Jasper Nathaniel who will present both the big picture and specific incidents, highlighting the urgency of the humanitarian crisis. Register at  https://secure.everyaction.com/JXWFpi8eXku-8PmPJ0stcA2?contactdata=qD5b9io7z5PaAZIoyaUwA7dcKFQwCp8peX5zT+7Zjla7G52dfMjJhVj25Bh7NfKX2xmLsUWRi4YCyrQIoq4sL6LZWUq39kDVSuU2O8NS6SD6cdzeXBuJWHdb4AXkvSTTtcy4usKNaN2T7MufdTh7RcBU6SSbqH+vTqdFgn9%2fHjJ8OCph2TIMffi6dwkGeFB97pXiRSGztphvAqs5MYWn39Fxpn+bgNTDv54hwnJZuH4gl9zmpItjh+dTgjqv4LErNJt+cC0dCdUtp8m0P%2fHTJBjKedd%2fnJkJU8QOj5xKDgS2JwOSef6lGWCQr0p3cB%2fJsY8eK1Ek0cXfvzPvkSL%2f2Q%3d%3d&ms=email-web-25083-wirn-westbank&emci=91f8fd1a-a286-f011-b484-6045bdeb7413&emdi=bc2ccd34-a686-f011-b484-6045bdeb7413&ceid=269591

The genocide in Gaza has rightfully been front and center in the struggle for human rights for Palestinians. Every day, to our horror, we see Israel's vicious bombing, sniping, imprisoning, and starvation of the civilian population there. Less visible, but also deadly and inhumane is the military occupation and settlement in the West Bank. There, on a daily basis, Palestinian homes are demolished, their land is stolen, their homes invaded, their loved ones dragged off to be tortured in prisons, their very presence made precarious by the constant harassment and humiliation from the Israeli army and armed and violent settlers.

39] –On Wed., Sept. 3 at 8:30 PM ET, Action Corps activists across the U.S. will gather for an urgent, one-hour call. Connect, strategize, and take action to stop the U.S. from fueling genocide in Gaza. RSVP to Isaac Evans-Frantz, Action Corps at isaac@actioncorps.org

40] – On Wednesdays, including Sept. 3, from 9 to 11 PM ET, join Social Democrats of America for a National Online On-Boarding Socialist Monthly Meeting.  RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/773488/?followup_modal_context=nonexclusive_newsletter_most_popular_virtual

This monthly event will continue through April 1, 2026. The agenda for the meeting is located at https://www.socialists.us/direct/list/agenda?ZoomAgenda. Get answers to your questions at https://socialists.us/d/explainer/history. Socialists believe in Free Education, Universal Health Care, Anti-Death Penalty, Universal Basic Income, the Right to Unionize, the sanctity of the Separation of Church and State, and the belief that the Government should make life bearable for all and ensure citizens' Liberties.

41] –On Thurs., Sept. 4 & Mon., Sept. 8 at 9 AM demand Federal Forces Out Now at the House Triangle, Longworth and Cannon, corner of New Jersey Ave. SE and Southeast Dr., WDC 20515. After the rally, do visits to Congress with Free DC through 4 PM. DC residents want federal forces out immediately. There is a call to allies across the country to join in and visit Members of Congress to tell them to stand down federal forces and recognize the national need for DC to have permanent power to protect its communities. Email congress@freedcproject.org. RSVP at https://freedcproject.org/event-list/federal-forces-out-now-visits-to-congress-sept-4

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/.

"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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