Friends,
In the past month, the United States has been ravaged by a series of
shooters influenced by the far-right. An increasingly dangerous
pattern in these shootings is the influence of eco-fascism on the
shooters (re: El Paso, Christchurch).
Eco-fascism is a form of environmentalism influenced by Malthusian
theory and the idea that we must "get rid of people" to protect our
ever-dwindling resources.
We can't let the far-right co-opt our environmental struggle. Fighting
for climate justice means fighting for racial justice, migrant
justice, and economic justice. Fighting for climate justice
means fighting for an anti-fascist future for all of us.
See below for ways to support the climate movement in
MA, and stay tuned for more details on solidarity with
anti-fascist groups and organizing.
In solidarity,
Vignesh Ramachandran
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Taunton Town Hall with John Farrell
Join 350 Mass
and Sustainable Taunton at a town hall event with nationally-renowned
author and expert on energy democracy, John Farrell, Institute of
Self-Reliance. Learn how energy democracy affects the greater Taunton
area and how to make our communities more sustainable. Mon, Aug
19, 7pm, The District Center for the Arts, 15 Court St.,
Taunton.
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Other 350 Mass News
Green
New Deal Town Hall - New Bedford: Join Sen. Ed Markey for a
discussion on the Green New Deal resolution and climate action. More details here. TOMORROW, Wed, Aug 14,
6:30-8pm,
Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School, 1121
Ashley Boulevard, New Bedford.
DPU Hearing for Boston Community Choice Energy: The
City of Boston wants to use its large purchasing power to buy clean
energy for all residents. Please join us to show your support for
Boston's Community Choice Energy program. See the Facebook event. Tue, Aug 20, 2-4pm, One
South Station 5th floor, Boston.
Green New Deal Town Hall - Framingham: Join Sen. Ed
Markey and Rep. Katherine Clark for a discussion on the Green New Deal
resolution and climate action. More details here. Wed, Aug 21, 6:30-8pm,
Framingham High School, 115 A St, Framingham.
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
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.
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. RSVP here. Thu, Aug 22, 6-8pm, Bristol Community
College, Building G – Atrium, 777 Elsbree Street, Fall River.
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!
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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