Baltimore Activist Alert – February 22 – 23, 2026
"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] Labor History Project
7] Friends meeting -- Feb. 22
8] Meet Ron Cassie – Feb. 22
9] Canvass for Janeese – Feb. 22
10] Doctors against
genocide – Feb. 22
11] Canvass for Gabe Acevero – Feb. 22
12] Consider joining Aparna for D.C. canvassing – Feb. 22
13] Indivisible Bowie on
the bridge – Feb. 15
14] Howard County for Human Dignity petition – Feb. 22
15] DSA meeting – Feb. 22
16] Looking for resistance
knitters – Feb. 22
17] Christians for Free Palestine call – Feb. 22
18] Hampden-Medfield Indivisible Chapter meeting – Feb. 22
19] Weekly PDA Town Hall – Feb. 22
20] Stop the Siege – Feb. 22
21] Vigil at the Pentagon – Feb. 23
22] Power hour – Feb. 23
23] Lobby night in Annapolis – Feb. 23
24] Election protection – Feb. 23
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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] – William Barry [billbarry21214@gmail.com] has a request. As the country begins to celebrate our 250th anniversary, our history is complicated but one thing is certain--labor history is always deleted. So he created the MD250 Labor History Project, and hopes you will participate by sending in labor history materials, and by sharing it with your friends, as part of creating a union movement. Go to https://www.md250laborhistory.org/
"We are either part of the solution or part of the problem." "The only reason an organization has dead wood is that management either hired dead wood or it hired live wood and killed it." - W. Edwards Deming
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. 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] – The Baltimore Ethical Society on Sun., Feb. 22 at 10:30 AM will host a hybrid platform: "If You Love Baltimore, It Will Love You Back" with Ron Cassie, author, journalist and Baltimore resident. In his presentation, he will discuss his background, approach to journalism and essay writing, and the themes and vignettes that make up his first book, a collection of short stories culled from a decade of writing for Baltimore magazine. RSVP https://www.meetup.com/bmorethical/events/312712312/?eventOrigin=group_events_list
"Cassie uses the page. His empathetic approach, concern for justice, and keen journalist's eye have been honed over years on the Baltimore beat. As Cassie crisscrosses the city, what develops is an image of an urban landscape and its people in a constant state of rehab--in every sense of the word--that's emblematic of American cities today." -- Gregg Wilhelm, founder and director emeritus, Baltimore's CityLit Project, director of Creative Writing, George Mason University
Cassie is a senior editor at Baltimore magazine, where he has won national awards for profile writing and work covering the death of Freddie Gray, climate change, and the opioid epidemic. His byline has appeared at the Atlantic’s CityLab, the Pulitzer Center, Newsweek, Washingtonian, The Baltimore Sun, and the Loch Raven Review, among other outlets. His work was chosen as a notable selection by The Best of American Sportswriting and nominated for a Pushcart Prize. He has taught journalism at McDaniel College and feature writing at Towson University and is a frequent lecturer at local universities. Previously, he swung a hammer, poured drinks, and pedaled a bike to earn a livings.
9] – Join a Ward 3 canvass and knock on doors with Janeese on Sun., Feb. 22 from 11 AM to 2 PM ET starting at the Cleveland Park Post Office, 3430 Connecticut Ave. NW. WDC 20008. This Ward 3 field operation is for Councilmember and Mayoral candidate Janeese Lewis George. It will begin with brief remarks from Janeese and a short training to make sure everyone feels confident and prepared before heading out to knock on doors. This campaign is built on real conversations and people power. RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/janeesefordc/event/903896/?link_id=11&can_id=4b9d4061aec5469758759317ac0f5285&source=email-metro-dc-dsa-weekly-newsletter-for-february-13-2026&email_referrer=email_3107506&email_subject=metro-dc-dsa-weekly-newsletter-for-february-20-2026&&
10] – Doctors against Genocide [leadership@doctorsagainstgenocide.org] are hosting an urgent webinar on Sat., Feb. 21 at noon bringing together public health analysis, lived testimony, and media accountability grounded in the ongoing destruction of life and healthcare and the moral duty to tell the truth. RSVP at https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_aUUzycRDSwaem750Nc6iFg
The featured speakers include Dr. Habib Rahman — consultant cardiologist based in the UK and a member of Global Health BDS for Palestine, Dr. Ahmad Al Farra, head of Pediatric Department in Khan Younis-Gaza and others. As always, there will be Live Updates from partners in Gaza and the West Bank. There are mounting and grave concerns about the winter season in Gaza, where lack of shelter, flooding, and collapsing infrastructure threaten thousands of lives.
11] – Canvass for Gabe Acevero on Sun., Feb. 22 from 1 to 5 PM, starting at Goshen Elementary School, 8701 Warfield Road, Gaithersburg 20882. Come out to canvass for the MoCo DSA endorsed candidate Gabe Acevero for Maryland D39! Knock on doors to tell all about Gabe. RSVP at https://actionnetwork.org/events/canvass-for-gabe-acevero-sunday-222?link_id=13&can_id=4b9d4061aec5469758759317ac0f5285&source=email-metro-dc-dsa-weekly-newsletter-for-february-13-2026&email_referrer=email_3107506&email_subject=metro-dc-dsa-weekly-newsletter-for-february-20-2026&&
12] – Consider joining Aparna for D.C. canvassing on Feb., 22 at 1 PM starting at Malcom X Park, 16th St NW & W St NW, WDC 20001. Email eduardafserafim@gmail.com. Sign up on to make sure you receive day-of information from the Aparna for D.C. campaign: https://www.mobilize.us/aparnafordc/event/885415/
13] – On Sundays, including Feb. 22, March 1 & 8, from 1 to 3 PM ET at 15202 Major Lansdale Blvd., Bowie 20716, join Indivisible Bowie for a Visibility Brigade sign wave on the pedestrian bridge over Route 50. If you can't make the full time, no worries, come when you can! Help bring attention to important issues and let your neighbors and commuters know they are not alone in fighting back against authoritarianism. This event will continue through March 8.
14] – On Sun., Feb. 22 from 2 to 4 PM, join a Meet & Greet with Howard County for Human Dignity at Roggenart European Bakery, 6476 Dobbin Center Way, Columbia 21045. Looking for ways to get directly involved and make positive change right here in Howard County? Stop by the café to learn about the signature campaign to put a ballot measure before Howard County voters in November. One that affirms ethical, human-centered investing of county funds. You can also request a petition online, print it, sign and drop it off. Request the form here: https://petition.hoco4humandignity.org/
All ages, backgrounds, and abilities are welcome. You must be 18+ to collect signatures, and a registered Howard County voter to sign the ballot petition. RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/904475/
15] – The Metro DC DSA general body hybrid meeting will take place on Sun., Feb. 22 from 2 to 4 PM at the Festival Center, 1640 Columbia Road NW, WDC 20009. A virtual link will be communicated before the event. The Democratic Socialists of America has officially surpassed 100,000 members nationwide. The socialist movement is growing as the Trump administration continues its fascistic assault on communities across the country, with corporatist Democrats unwilling and unable to muster real resistance. Register for the GBM at link. https://actionnetwork.org/events/february-2026-general-body-meeting?link_id=4&can_id=4b9d4061aec5469758759317ac0f5285&source=email-metro-dc-dsa-weekly-newsletter-for-february-13-2026&email_referrer=email_3107506&email_subject=metro-dc-dsa-weekly-newsletter-for-february-20-2026&&
16] – Calling All Resistance Knitters/Crocheters to join the Melt the Ice Hat Knit-In, hosted by Allies for Democracy on Sundays, including Feb. 22, March 1 & 8, from 2 to 4 PM ET in the common area at The Shops at Kenilworth, 800 Kenilworth Dr., Towson 21204. In the 1940s, Norwegians quietly defied Nazi occupation by knitting and wearing red, pointed hats with tassels. A simple garment became an act of protest. Today, Minnesota knitters are reviving that tradition—and they need more hats. Join in to knit and crochet Melt the Ice Hats. These red hats will be sent to Needle & Skein yarn shop in Minnesota and distributed to protesters. This event will continue through March 8. Bring red yarn and needles or a hook if you have them. Knit and crochet patterns may be found on Ravelry. Beginners welcome, and supplies may be available to share. RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/899993/?followup_modal_context=nonexclusive_newsletter_more_events_of_type
17] – Christians for a Free Palestine [info+christians-against-genocide-info@email.actionnetwork.org] on Sun., Feb. 22 at 2 PM are holding a Community Call. The call will feature two incredible Palestinian theologians, John and Samuel Munayer, contributors to Kairos II and authors/editors of The Cross and the Olive Tree: Cultivating Palestinian Theology amid Gaza. RSVP at https://christiansforafreepalestine.com/events/februarycall?link_id=1&can_id=4b9d4061aec5469758759317ac0f5285&source=email-bring-kairos-ii-to-your-community&email_referrer=email_3098994&email_subject=this-sunday-join-us-live-from-palestine&&
18] – On Sundays, Feb. 22 & March 22, from 3:30 to 5 PM, there will be a Hampden-Medfield Indivisible Chapter meeting. RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/895726/?followup_modal_context=nonexclusive_newsletter_closest
This event's address is private. RSVP
for more details. Join a local
Indivisible meeting for both new and returning members! Build community,
discuss on-going and upcoming campaigns and events, and provide opportunities
for people to get involved
19] – Progressive Democrats of America [info@pdamerica.org] on Sun., Feb. 22 at 4 PM ET, attend the weekly Town Hall: Federal Workers Speak Out on the Attack on Our Government. Do you know who Russell Vought is? The Atlantic recently described him as the “shadow president.” You must understand the power he’s building — and how to stop it. He’ll be the focus of the Town Hall. Vought is widely seen as the architect of Project 2025 — and he once said he wants federal workers to be “traumatically affected,” to the point that they wake up not wanting to go to work. Hear directly from federal workers whose careers have been targeted, whose research has been undermined, and why these scientists, researchers, and doctors are vital to our country’s future. RSVP at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0tceuhrzsvHdymeeZRwb-i7X50FJa-HMR4?emci=ced5d1ed-71c8-f011-8196-6045bdfe8e9c&emdi=ea000000-0000-0000-0000-000000000001&ceid=2907617#/registration
20] – On Sun., Feb. 22 from 8 to 9:30 PM ET, join the national launch of Stop the Siege, a new DSA campaign to fight Trump's latest siege of Cuba, send material aid, and build a powerful legislative push to end the US embargo. Hear from Noah Kulwin and Brendan James from the Blowback podcast. There is a need for a critical mass to defend Cuba and push back against Trump's renewed Monroe Doctrine. Please share widely in your chapters! The Trump administration has opened a new front in the decades long assault on Cuba, cutting off the island’s access to oil, choking its energy grid, and accelerating a humanitarian crisis for ten million people. This is a deliberate act of economic warfare. It is a siege. RSVP at https://actionnetwork.org/events/stop-the-siege?source=icemail&link_id=2&can_id=4b9d4061aec5469758759317ac0f5285&email_referrer=email_3109000&email_subject=join-us-this-sunday-to-stop-the-siege-on-cuba&
21] – There was a weekly Pentagon Peace Vigil from 7 to 8 AM on Mondays, since 1987, outside the Pentagon Metro stop. However, the Pentagon police, presumably on the orders of President Trump, have made it impossible to protest on the reservation. Now it will take place on the corner of S. Fern and Army Navy Dr. in Arlington, VA. The next vigil is Feb. 23, and it is sponsored by the Dorothy Day Catholic Worker. Email artlaffin@hotmail.com or call 202-882-9649.
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.
22] – National Peace Action is connecting its members with a "Power Hour" to lobby against war on Iran on Mon., Feb 23 at 2:30 PM ET. The power hour is co-sponsored by NIAC. RSVP at https://secure.everyaction.com/sc7yT-wv2Einq8L-IxTjCg2
23] – The Progressive Maryland Team [info@progressivemaryland.org] on Mon., Feb. 23 from 4:15 to 7:45 PM will hold Lobby Night in Annapolis. Meet at St. Anne's Episcopal Church in Church Circle, Annapolis 21401. This is your chance to meet with lawmakers, share your voice, and advocate for the bold progressive policies our communities need. Push for critical legislation on renters’ rights, environmental justice, fair taxes, and more. Legislators need to hear from you—your stories and perspectives make all the difference. RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/progressivemaryland/event/877587/?emci=fac7526e-6bea-f011-8195-000d3a1d58aa&emdi=ab9ba80c-82ea-f011-8195-000d3a1d58aa&ceid=136680
24] – Progressive Democrats of America [info@pdamerica.org] wants you to participate with the Grassroots Election Protection Coalition/ALLIANCE 4 GRASSROOTS DEMOCRACY Zoom on Mon., Feb. 23 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
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
