Friends,
We just lived through the hottest month on record. Our planet's heating
up—but so
is the fight for a livable climate. More and more Americans
are worried about climate change. More and more of us
know that urgent action is needed, and more of us are prepared to take
our concerns to the ballot box.
We have the numbers, the science, and the people power.
We're tackling this problem from many angles—and we're just getting warmed up.
See below to join in.
In solidarity,
Rosemary Mosco
Newsletter Volunteer
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Paid Internships at Better Future Project
Join our team!
Better Future Project is hiring two paid interns for the Fall of 2019,
one for DivestEd, the national fossil fuel divestment program, and one
for 350 Mass. These positions are in partnership with the Mass Clean
Energy Center's Clean Energy Internship Program. See here for more info and application
instructions.
Demonstration Calling On Mass
Dems to Support a Climate Debate
Climate change
is an emergency, and it's about time the Democratic Party acted like
it. We'll show up at Democratic State Committee to tell our stories
and demand our local party committee join us in calling on the DNC to
host a #ClimateDebate. See the Facebook event and RSVP here. Sat, Aug 10, 9 am-2 pm,
Easthampton High School, 70 Williston Ave,
Easthampton.
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Other 350 Mass News
Candidate Forum on Energy and the Environment—Boston City Council
District 9: Come hear from Jonathan Allen, Brandon Bowser,
Liz Breadon, Craig Cashman, Dan Daly, Lee Nave, and Amanda
Smart. Thu, Sep 12, 6-8 pm, Brighton Allston Congregational
Church, UCC, 404 Washington St, Boston.
Next Transportation Working Group Meeting:
Mark your calendars! As usual, we'll have dinner, and you can call in
via zoom. Sep 19, 5:45-8 pm, Cambridge Cohousing, 175 Richdale Ave
(near Porter Sq).
Make a video to support the Climate Strike: School
strikers are calling on youth, parents, and all concerned citizens to
join the September 20 Climate Strike and the week of action that
follows. Adults will stand in solidarity with youth to ensure a just
and livable future for all. Create a short video about why you're
striking, why you care about the climate crisis, and why it's personal
to your life! Instructions here. Upload videos here.
Write a Letter to the Editor: 350 Mass members write
lots of letters to the editor, many of which get published! Here are
some recent letters:
Want to join
the team? Email Vignesh Ramachandran to find out more!
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Other Climate Movement News
Sunrise Boston Potluck Picnic: Come hang out,
relax, and enjoy the warm weather. We'll provide some food, and please
bring food if you can, as well as a plate and cutlery. We'll also
provide some outdoor activities, and feel free to bring your own! See
the Facebook event. Wed, Aug 7, 6-8 pm, behind the
Frog Pond Carousel (the Charles St/Beacon St side of Boston
Common).
Extinction Rebellion Event: We'll target a major
player in the fossil fuel industry who we hope to take by surprise.
Some people will participate in a die-in. Others are needed to speak,
hand out info, chant and sing, witness, and act as marshals. Email [email protected] for more info. This is not
intended to be an arrestable action. Though there's always a risk, our
plan is to leave politely when the authorities request it. Wed,
Aug 7, arrive between 3:30 and 3:45pm at park at the corner of
Congress and North St, Boston.
Young People Needed to Organize for the September Climate
Strike: Do you know any youth aged 13-19 who are passionate
about stopping climate change? Youth Climate Strike organizers are
looking for more people to fill leadership positions. Share this application and encourage young people to get
involved!
Transportation and Climate Community Engagement
Workshop: Interested in the intersection between
transportation and climate? Learn how northeastern states are
working together to develop a regional policy to fight climate change
and improve transportation. See the Facebook event. Tue, Aug 13, 6-8 pm, Mary C. Burke
Elementary Complex, Kelly School Cafeteria, 300 Crescent Ave,
Chelsea.
Action Against National Grid: Want to take action
against National Grid and urge them to measure and fix gas leaks? Join
Gas Leaks Allies, a coalition seeking solutions to gas leaks and
methane emissions, for an event at City Hall Plaza. RSVP for the action here. Sat, Aug 31, 11 am, City
Hall Plaza, Boston.
Brokenheartedness, Despair and Empowerment Practices for
Climate Activists: Climate activists face fear, anger,
sadness, and despair. This afternoon gathering will be a place to
bring our broken hearts, to hold them in compassion, and to source
healing and energy to go forward. Led by activists and facilitators of
the Work That Reconnects. Free. Sun, Aug 25, 2-5 pm,
Old Cambridge Baptist Church, 1151 Mass Ave, Harvard Sq,
Cambridge.
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Solidarity Opportunities
Petition to Support United Houma Nation: Sign
this petition for federal recognition for the United Houma Nation. Due
to lack of recognition, they can't directly access to federal
resources or get support. These signatures are coordinated with the
Principal Chief on the tribe’s annual trip to visit DC decision-makers
who have the power to approve the almost 40 year pending petition. Sign the petition here.
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