Baltimore Activist Alert -- September 9 - 10, 2025

37] Save Jerusalem -- Sept. 9

38] DSA Labor Working Group meeting -- Sept. 9

39] Fight Trump’s bogus bill – Sept. 9

40] Organizing to Protect Democracy – Sept. 9

41] Undocumented Workers Rights Training – Sept. 9

42] Write in support of democracy – Sept. 10

43] Baltimore Sign Waves – Sept. 10

44] Rush hour protest – Sept. 10

45] Baltimore Sign Waves – Sept. 10

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37] – Friends of Sabeel North America [friends@fosna.org] on Tues., Sept. 9 at 1 PM will hold a discussion Save Jerusalem! ‌ ‌ Take collective action for the preservation of indigenous Jerusalem. As Israel enacts policies of ethnic exclusion and demographic homogenization, the indigenous beauty, diversity, culture, and living history of the holy city are at serious risk of being lost forever. Yet, it is precisely its indigenous diversity, culture and history that makes the city holy—a holiness profaned by the evils of forced displacement, racial supremacy, and cultural erasure. Ultimately, we must do what we can to preserve the holiness of the holy city.  Register at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/zszZFrxORKWn2j4uJ1wSgg#/registration

38] – There is a DSA Labor Working Group meeting on Tues., Sept. 9 from 6:30 to 8 PM at the MLK Library, Room 401-E, 901 G St. NW, WDC 20001. Email labor@mdcdsa.org. At this meeting, discuss updates from ongoing labor campaigns, identify action steps for solidarity, and share opportunities for further organizing. This hybrid event is open to both DSA Members and supporters. Those who wish to attend virtually will be provided a Zoom registration link after registering. RSVP at https://actionnetwork.org/events/labor-working-group-september-meeting?link_id=80&can_id=4b9d4061aec5469758759317ac0f5285&source=email-metro-dc-dsa-weekly-newsletter-for-august-29-2025&email_referrer=email_2874662&email_subject=metro-dc-dsa-weekly-newsletter-for-september-5-2025&&

39] – Congress is officially back in session this week. Over the next month, we’ll be in a high-stakes fight over the annual spending bill — legislation that keeps the government running and funds essential programs like the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).  Trump is proposing to slash almost 90% of water funding, remove $2 billion from the EPA, and threaten programs that keep drinking water safe and affordable for families across the country. Other proposals from congressional Republicans would cut funding from housing, education, and healthcare.  We’re at a critical moment for safe, affordable water, and we need everyone to raise their voice to stop these cuts. RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/fww/event/833838/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=engagingnetworks&utm_campaign=onor_em_09042025_NAT-fww-Spending-Bill-webinar&utm_content=2025-09-04+FWW+c3+NAT+General+Spending-Bill-Webinar+Event+em+GL+C+CK

Join an educational and action-oriented online webinar on Tues., Sept. 9 from 8 to 9 PM--Trump’s Spending Bill and How We Can Stop It.  Hear from speakers from Food & Water Watch, NAACP Legal Defense Fund, and Popular Democracy.

40] – ACLU People Power [peoplepower@aclu.org] on Tues., Sept. 9 at 8 PM ET is hosting Session 3 of Organizing to Protect Democracy: Mapping Power, Building Allies. RSVP at https://act.aclu.org/a/ppseriestraining3?emci=36b0af13-e384-f011-b484-6045bdeb7413&emdi=dd483d48-e384-f011-b484-6045bdeb7413&ceid=3280038

 Identify the key power holders who can influence change, Map allies and opponents along the spectrum of influence and strategically focus energy where it matters most. These are the tools activists use to win big, build coalitions, and create real impact.

41] – Be Prepared, Not Scared: join an Undocumented Workers Rights Training on Tues., Sept. 9 from 9:30 to 10:30 PM ET. A link to attend this virtual event will be emailed upon RSVP: https://actionnetwork.org/events/be-prepared-not-scared-undocumented-workers-rights-training-826?link_id=95&can_id=4b9d4061aec5469758759317ac0f5285&source=email-metro-dc-dsa-weekly-newsletter-for-august-8-2025&email_referrer=email_2849242&email_subject=metro-dc-dsa-weekly-newsletter-for-august-15-2025&&

Join every Tuesday night for a lively, no-stress session where you will practice your 4th & 5th Amendment protections, from traffic stops to front-door chats with police or immigration enforcement at the workplace. Whether you're a citizen or not, these rights protect us all—and the best part? You can easily share what you learn with co-workers, neighbors, and friends to help everyone be informed of their rights! Contact Hannah at 202-706-9777 or charjur2021@gmail.com.

42] – On Wednesdays, including Sept. 10, 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

43] – On Wed., Sept. 10 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.

44] – On Wed., Sept 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.

45] – Join a sign wave on Wed., Sept. 10 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

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