I got arrested in D.C. with 60 other leaders, to be in solidarity with our Palestinian, Jewish, immigrant, veteran, people of color, and youth communities, and because a vibrant, healthy democracy requires civil society to play a critical role keeping those with governing power accountable.
Right now, individuals and organizations are being censored, penalized, and defunded for taking a moral and political stance to call for a permanent ceasefire in Palestine. This silencing enables the undercutting of democracy, creating more onramps for authoritarianism to rise.
We need to prioritize comprehensive funding for the needs and livelihoods of our people and the well-being of the planet, especially housing, healthcare, care of children and elders, and access to healthy food and water. It is unconscionable that our elected officials are using this moment to push policies that will harm even more communities. We call for an end to the genocide in Gaza, and a permanent ceasefire now.
I ask you to make a donation today to divest from death and invest in life. Together, we can forge a future for people and the planet that nourishes and sustains us all. Thank you for your support!
In solidarity,
Cindy Wiesner Executive Director |