Baltimore Activist Alert -- October 25 to November 1, 2023

32] Deadly consequences of poverty– Oct. 25 & Nov. 1

33] Support demonstration for the Palestinians – Oct. 25

34] Phone bank for a cease fire – Oct. 25

35] Drop charges on Assange – Oct. 25

36] Join DSA – Oct. 25

37] Grassroots Mobilizing Basics – Oct. 25

38] Conflict in Israel-Palestine – Oct. 25

39] Inflation Reduction Act – Oct. 25

40] Buy Books, not bombs – Oct. 25

41] Superwoman Wednesday – Oct. 25

42] Disability town hall – Oct. 25

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32] – The Maryland Poor People's Campaign (MD PPC) [events@mdpoorpeoplescampaign.org] wants you to join a discussion about the causes and deadly consequences of poverty in the US. Do a book circle with Matthew Desmond’s book Poverty, By America on Wednesdays Oct. 25 & Nov. 1 at 11 AM or 7 PM ET.  Sign up for the 11 AM Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYvfu-vpjwpEt0rDqFHAAg6FHULvlNEiw-c?source=email-book-circle-2023v2&link_id=3&can_id=4b9d4061aec5469758759317ac0f5285&email_referrer=email_2064618&email_subject=why-is-poverty-so-high-in-the-us#/registration and for the 7 PM Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYvfu-vpjwpEt0rDqFHAAg6FHULvlNEiw-c?source=email-book-circle-2023v2&link_id=3&can_id=4b9d4061aec5469758759317ac0f5285&email_referrer=email_2064618&email_subject=why-is-poverty-so-high-in-the-us#/registration

33] – On Wed., Oct. 25 from 1 to 5 PM ET, gather at Columbus Circle, 35 Columbus Monument Drive NE, WDC 20002 for a support demonstration for the Palestinians.  IfNotNow is bringing Jews and allies back to Congress to pressure our elected officials to support a ceasefire, NOW. This is the only way to equality, justice, and liberation for all Palestinians and Israelis.  Rally at Congress at 2 PM ET. Visit https://www.ifnotnowmovement.org/

34] – Working Families Party [reply@workingfamilies.org] needs your help with a phone bank on Wed., Oct. 25 at 2 PM ET.  Demand de-escalation and a ceasefire now from your members of Congress.  Thousands of Palestinian civilians have now been killed by Israeli military strikes since October 7th, with the number growing by the day. The number of lives lost or changed forever is only expected to climb further — as Israeli military forces intensify attacks ahead of a ground invasion that could be potentially even deadlier. Join the phone bank at https://www.mobilize.us/workingfamilies/event/589315/?utm_source=NatEmail-20231023&link_id=0&can_id=4b9d4061aec5469758759317ac0f5285&email_referrer=email_2088735&email_subject=demand-de-escalation-and-a-ceasefire-now

35] –  DC Action For Assange is calling for a demo on Wed., Oct. 25 at 5 PM ET outside the White House during the AUSTRALIA STATE DINNER with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese!  PM Albanese has called for the Assange case to be "brought to a conclusion."  Be at 17th & Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Text 202-441-3265 to find the demo.  Let PM Albanese know that he should support unconditional freedom for Julian Assange. Contact Ann Wilcox ann1.wilcox@gmail.com.

36] – Are you new to DSA and want to learn more? Join DSA's New Member Orientation on Wed., Oct. 25 at 8 PM ET. You'll learn about DSA, the structure, campaigns, and caucuses - and how you can get involved for a brighter future. Register at https://actionnetwork.org/events/why-you-should-join-dsa-new-member-orientation-111?clear_id=true&link_id=63&can_id=4b9d4061aec5469758759317ac0f5285&source=email-nova-branch-dsa-upcoming-actions-and-events-123&email_referrer=email_2072844&email_subject=nova-branch-dsa-upcoming-actions-and-events

The chapter covers the DMV area, including the District, Northern Virginia, and Montgomery County and Prince George's County in Maryland. Email info [at] mdcdsa.org.

37] – Get involved with the Young Democrats of Maryland Joseph Kitchen Training Series on Wed., Oct 25 at 6 PM ET--Doorstep Revolution: Grassroots Mobilizing Basics.  This event is planned to allow to develop the art of doorstep conversations to drive real change, and inspire residents to take action! The guest presenter is Justin Butler, the organizing director of the Maryland Democratic Party. REGISTER at https://bit.ly/YDMJKT2

38] – FCNL [bridget.moix@fcnl.org] is Calling for a Ceasefire, and will hold a briefing on the Conflict in Israel-Palestine on Wed., Oct. 25 at 6:30 PM ET. As the crisis in Israel-Palestine deepens, get insights into what’s happening and how we can respond. In war, civilians always pay the highest price. As the crisis in Israel and Palestine deepens following the attack by Hamas on Israel and Israel’s retaliatory violence, our voices urgently are needed.  Hear from Quaker policy experts from FCNL and the American Friends Service Committee about what is happening on the ground, the response from U.S. lawmakers, and what we can do as advocates to prevent the tragic loss of more innocent Palestinian and Israeli lives. Register at https://act.fcnl.org/event/quaker-welcome-center-events-watch-home/3221?akid=40682.152065.82C0Aj&rd=1&t=17&utm_campaign=event&utm_medium=email&utm_source=ak&utm_term=40682.152065.82C0Aj

39] – The Indivisible Team [info@indivisible.org] is holding a tutorial on Wed., Oct. 25 at 6:30 PM ET.  Help spread the good news of the Inflation Reduction Act just by having meaningful conversations with neighbors. Most people didn’t know about the benefits, and when they hear about them, they’re more optimistic and engaged. Taking the time to have conversations with individuals and providing facts about how the IRA is making life easier for millions of Americans is both energizing and effective -- and we want to scale up these powerful conversations.  As part of the outreach, you will be taught how to use the newest tool: Neighbor2Neighbor.  RSVP at https://indivisible.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0uduypqTMpGteo7044xt-K5R5GYZsMuoye#/registration.

40] – Massachusetts Peace Action [info@masspeaceaction.org] is holding a webinar on Wed., Oct. 25 at 7 PM ET -- Buy Books, Not Bombs: Public Education for Democracy.  Throughout our nation’s history, access to a quality education, as well as the content of that education, has been a political battleground. Historically public schools were locally financed through property taxes, but at present both State and Federal Government make significant – though often unappreciated – contributions. The federal contribution has been limited in order to finance the $884 billion military budget. This Forum hosts leaders in Massachusetts public education assessing the situation. RSVP at Https://masspeace.us/books-not-bombs

41] – On Wednesdays Oct. 25 & Nov. 1 from 7 to 8 PM ET, get with Superwomen Wednesday hosted by Supermajority, and to call women in Virginia.  Superwomen Wednesday is a place for the Supermajority community to come together to learn and take action. It is an entry point for anyone new to volunteering and also a place for seasoned volunteers to take meaningful action on a consistent basis. This event will be going to a WEEKLY schedule through Nov. 1. Join us each Wednesday evening for a jam-packed hour of action to build women's political power this year and be an absolutely formidable force in 2024. Everything is on the line, and everything is possible, including making the Majority Rules real for every woman and femme across the country. RSVP to get Zoom registration details at https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/547542/?followup_modal_context=nonexclusive_newsletter_most_popular_virtual.

42] –  Mike Fox for Progressive Democrats of America [info@pdamerica.org] wants you to know about a Disabilities Issue Organizing Team October zoom on Wed., Oct. 25 at 9 PM ET.  A special guest, Rep. Debbie Dingell, is co-author of the current Medicare for All bill in the house, and co-chair of the Bipartisan Disabilities Caucus in the US House. This event will also take place on November 15 and December 27.  RSVP at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMpdumvqDwoGNx6xKMg-liSlwcpK1dJ0jzb#/registration

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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