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Friends,

This Wednesday, April 22, marks the fifty year anniversary of the first Earth Day. The battle has changed in immeasurable ways since 1970—but we're still struggling for a healthy, safe world, even in this desperately strange moment in time.

This COVID-19 crisis has highlighted and amplified inequality. It has also underscored our tremendous capacity for bravery and solidarity. When we take action for our communities and the places we love, we do remarkable things.

Starting tomorrow you can tune in to Earth Day Live ([link removed]) , a massive
three-day livestream with activists, celebrities, musicians, and more. Inspired? Channel your passion by taking part in the many online actions we've listed below.

In solidarity,
Rosemary Mosco
Newsletter Volunteer


** April 23: Stop the Money Pipeline Digital Action!
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Spend an hour taking action with us! Chase, the largest U.S. bank, is owned by JPMorgan Chase, the #1 financier of fossil fuels and climate destruction. If JPMorgan Chase and other big corporations changed business as usual, they could do more than almost anyone else in the world to make our climate livable and protect communities here in Massachusetts. Join 350 Mass/Climate Courage, part of the local Stop the Money Pipeline coalition, to call, email, and tweet leaders at some of the largest global financial institutions to tell them that they need to step up as committed climate leaders.

There are two times to join: noon-1 pm ET (register here ([link removed]) ) and 7-8 pm ET (register here ([link removed]) ).
After registering, you’ll get a confirmation email with a Zoom link. Shortly before the start time, click on the link to join. For more info, see the Facebook event. ([link removed])


** Other 350 Mass News
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Transportation Working Group Zoom Meeting: All are welcome, but if you plan to attend, please e-mail [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) . Zoom link here. ([link removed]) Tue, April 21, 7-8:30 pm.

We Need Your Photos: Do you have any great pics or short videos of 350 Mass rallies, meetings, and other activities? We're looking for photos of our volunteers taking action, smiling, and having a great time! Please upload them here. ([link removed])

Stay in the Loop with Climate Courage: Because of the pandemic, 350 Mass' direct action wing, Climate Courage, has had to adjust their plans. Sign up here ([link removed]) to stay in the loop about future actions.

Write a Letter to the Editor: There has never been a better time to take part in 350 Mass' Letters to the Editor (LTE) team. Want to join? Email the 350 Mass LTE Team HERE (mailto:[email protected]) to find out more! Our members have a great success rate in getting letters published! Here are some recent letters:
* Cape Cod Times: Technology can't save us from abuse we heap on our planet ([link removed])
* MetroWest Daily News: Is Bezos up to the challenge? ([link removed])
* The Boston Globe: Fossil fuel industry feels tug of divestment movement ([link removed])


** Other Better Future Project News
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We're Hiring a Digital Organizer & Communications Specialist: 350 Mass is looking for an experienced, strategic, and collaborative individual to lead our communications and digital organizing efforts. The Digital Organizer & Communications Specialist will support the statewide volunteer network of 350 Mass in using communications and digital tools for on-the-ground actions and in-person meetings as well as decentralized statewide campaigns. Read how to apply here. ([link removed])


** Other Climate Movement News
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Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day: Decorate your yard or house with an Earth Day flag, banner or decorations to honor the planet. Pass it on! Wed, Apr 22.

Urge Liberty Mutual to Stop Funding the Climate Crisis: Liberty Mutual is a huge backer of the tar sands sector, which spells disaster for the climate and Indigenous rights ([link removed]) . Are you a Liberty Mutual policyholder? You have a unique platform to voice concerns. Sign up here. ([link removed])

Take an Online Training from 350.org: If you're stuck at home and you want to take your climate activism to the next level, try these online skill-ups ([link removed]) from 350.org. Learn more about the science of climate change, discover how to have effective climate conversations, and find out how to run a grassroots campaign.

Weymouth Compressor Station Action: OSHA has issued a letter to Enbridge after FRRACS' many complaints to FERC and to OSHA regarding the continued construction during this time of pandemic. Thanks to all of you for your persistence! It's time to send another letter to FERC and OSHA to demand a shut down of construction. Learn more here. ([link removed])

Sign a Petition Calling for a Moratorium on Construction of Pipeline Projects and Export Facilities: Our nation’s leading decisionmakers are charged with protecting all the people of our nation, including the health, safety, and rights of future generations. A moratorium on pipeline construction is needed to protect us all. Sign here. ([link removed])


** Solidarity Opportunities
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TODAY—Phone Bank to support Emergency Paid Sick Time in Massachusetts: Many of our critical front-line workers are struggling economically. They lack basic economic protections including adequate paid sick time. Help out by taking part in a phone bank to fill in gaps from previous state and current federal paid sick time policy. Learn more and sign up here. ([link removed]) Looking for other ways to help? Contact your legislator. ([link removed]) Tue, Apr 21, 3-6 pm.

Demand a People's Bailout: As nurses and grocery clerks keep the country running, Congress is developing a relief and recovery package to address the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. We need a swift, inclusive bailout, by and for the people. Add your voice here. ([link removed])

Tell Grocery Stores—Protect Workers and Customers During COVID-19: Sign a petition ([link removed]) initiated by workers and customers at Stop & Shop and Whole Foods locations in Boston to demand safe conditions for workers AND customers.

Petition to Suspend Rent, Mortgage, and Utility Payments During the Coronavirus Crisis: State and federal officials are encouraging people who feel sick to stay home, but many workers already struggle to make rent or mortgage payments. To protect the health and housing security of our community, ask Governor Baker to act now so workers won't have to make that choice. Learn more and sign here. ([link removed])
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** About Better Future Project and 350 Mass
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Better Future Project (BFP) ([link removed]) builds grassroots power to advance a rapid transition beyond fossil fuels. 350 Mass ([link removed]) is Better Future Project's volunteer-led climate action network.

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