Baltimore Activist Alert -- November 4 - 9, 2025

33] U.S. & South Korea collaborate on AI – Nov. 4

34] Nuclear Disarmament – Nov. 4

35] Medicare for All meeting – Nov. 4

36] Film The Last Class – Nov. 4

37] Watch Party on Election Night – Nov. 4

38] Avelo out of BWI -- Nov. 4

39] Maryland Film Fest – Nov. 5 - 9

40] Close Gitmo – Nov. 5

41] Write in support of democracy – Nov. 5

42] Baltimore Sign Waves – Nov. 5

43] Rush hour protest – Nov. 5

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33] – The GW Institute for Korean Studies [gwiks@gwu.edu] on Tues., Nov. 4 at 1 PM is holding a hybrid Korea Policy Forum: Building a Strategic U.S.-ROK Artificial Intelligence Partnership at the Elliott School of International Affairs, Lindner Family Commons, Room 602 (6th Floor), 1957 E St. NW, WDC.  RSVP at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/building-a-strategic-us-rok-artificial-intelligence-partnership-tickets-1765879094909?aff=oddtdtcreator

34] – UNFOLD ZERO [info@unfoldzero.org] on Tues., Nov. 4 from 1:15 to 3 PM ET is letting you know about Narratives on Nuclear Disarmament, Gender Equality and Protection of the Environment.  This is a hybrid event at 866 United Nations Plaza or online at https://bic-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/XHV0klKBQNqU1_ZpQxRMuw#/registration

 President Trump announced the resumption of nuclear testing, i.e. the detonation of nuclear weapons to help design and develop new generations of these weapons of mass destruction.  How have people and the environment been impacted by nuclear weapons testing in the past?  This webinar will address this question and explore current developments and innovative initiatives, connecting nuclear disarmament with human rights, gender and environmental issues. 

35] – The Medicare for All Working Group on Tues., Nov. 4 from 6 to 7 PM ET will have a virtual discussion about Medicare For All public education campaigns in northern Virginia and plan other actions to ensure healthcare as a human right. The group meets on the first and third Tuesday of the month. The meetings are open to the public, and all who support healthcare as a human right are welcome. A link to attend this virtual event will be emailed upon RSVP: https://actionnetwork.org/events/nova-medicare-for-all-working-group-meeting-tuesday-november-4th-at-7pm?clear_id=true&link_id=6&can_id=4b9d4061aec5469758759317ac0f5285&source=email-10232025-nova-branch-dsa-upcoming-actions-and-events&email_referrer=email_2957431&email_subject=10302025-nova-branch-dsa-upcoming-actions-and-events&&

36] – Robert Reich [robert@imcivicaction.org] wants you to know that on Tues., Nov. 4 at 7 PM “The Last Class” film will be shown in Havre de Grace! This documentary is about Professor Robert Reich. Get tickets at the Star Centre, 700 Congress Ave., Havre de Grace 21078: https://gathr.com/events/aea06908/the-last-class

37] – The Metro DC DSA [info@mdcdsa.org] on Tues., Nov., 4 from 7:30 to 11 PM ET is holding a Watch Party at Hook Hall, 3400 Georgia Ave., WDC 20010 .   Watch Zohran & DSA candidates win tomorrow. Witness the historic election of not just one but DOZENS of socialist mayors and city council members in communities across the country.  This is only possible due to the tireless effort of tens of thousands of DSA members putting in the hours to bend the arc of history towards a socialist future.  There are multiple DSA watch party locations taking place in the DMV.  These parties are welcome to both members and non-members; feel free to bring some friends. Go to https://actionnetwork.org/event_campaigns/election-night-2025-metro-dc-dsa-watch-parties?link_id=4&can_id=4b9d4061aec5469758759317ac0f5285&source=email-dsa-labor-leadership-social-1028&email_referrer=email_2956910&email_subject=_-come-watch-zohran-dsa-candidates-win-tomorrow&&

38] –The Baltimore Rapid Response Network [BaltimoreRapidResponseNetwork@protonmail.com] is meeting on Tues., Nov. 4 at 8 PM for a statewide call Avelo out of BWI. Come together across Maryland for a rally debrief, to map out our strategy for the next phase of the campaign and coordinate on how our organizations can move Governor Moore to act. RSVP at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/6ddvdjeARfeMwtfbywVU7A#/registration

39] – The MARYLAND FILM FEST 2025 is five days, Nov. 5 – 9, 2025 of film, tech-forward storytelling, music, art, food, parties and unforgettable connections at the Parkway,  5 W. North Ave., Baltimore 21201.  Call 410-752-8083 or visit the web site.  Visit https://snfparkway.org/mdff/lineup/

40] – The monthly Close Gitmo vigil will be on Wed., Nov. 5 at noon, in front of what is left of the White House. There is a lot of distracting turmoil going on in our country right now. That should not cause us to forget those 15 men - they are as important as ever. Steve Lane at 571-221-4120

41] – On Wed., Nov. 5 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! RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/823429/?followup_modal_context=nonexclusive_newsletter_closest

42] – On Wed., Nov. 5 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.

43] – On Wednesdays, Nov. 5, 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

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