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7/10/19

Reminders

 

National Convention - GoFundMe!

 
Our chapter has been working on fundraising opportunities outside of our GoFundMe campaign, the first of which was an extremely successful BBQ fundraiser where we raised $971.00 for our delegates’ attendance & travel costs! That brings our current total fundraised to $5,593.00 at the time of writing this ($4,622.00 from the GoFundMe plus $971.00 from the BBQ).

We have also been able to get a clearer picture of our delegates’ financial needs now that they have been elected by our chapter at our June General Membership Meeting, and we are excited to be able to lower our GoFundMe goal to $8,000! We are so close to our goal now, so help us get all the way there if you can!

https://www.gofundme.com/sacdsa2019nationalconvention

Foothills Organizing Committee Meeting

 
If you live in the Sierra Foothills/Gold Country and want to build a DSA chapter in your area, come to this meeting to find out how!

Date: TONIGHT, July 10th, 7:00-8:30pm
Location: 356 Elm Ave, Auburn, CA 95603

Lights for Liberty: A Vigil to End Human Detention Camps

 
Not a Sac DSA event, but members are encouraged to attend.

Lights for Liberty is a coalition of people, many of whom are mothers, dedicated to human rights, and the fundamental principle behind democracy that all human beings have a right to life, liberty and dignity.

We are partnering with international, national, regional and local communities and organizations who believe that these fundamental rights are not negotiable and are willing to protect them.

On Friday July 12th, 2019, Lights for Liberty: A Vigil to End Human Detention Camps, will bring thousands of people to locations worldwide as well as to detention camps across country, into the streets and into their own front yards, to protest the inhumane conditions faced by refugees. Join us here in Sacramento in solidarity on the west steps of the capital.


Date: Friday, July 12th, 8:00-9:15pm
Location: 10th Street and Capitol Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95811
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Suburbs Working Group Meeting

 
Come join the Suburbs Working Group to discuss building power in the Sacramento suburbs!
 
Date: Saturday, July 13th, 11:30am-1:30pm
Location: Milagro Center, 6241 Fair Oaks Blvd, Carmichael, CA 95608

Research Committee Meeting

 
Are you interested in policy analysis and in-depth research? Join the Research Committee.

The committee is currently gathering intel on private prisons, property managers and developers. All of these projects are seeking volunteers.

Help this committee research our political climate and recommend action items within DSA Sacramento.

Date: Saturday, July 13th, 3:30-5:00pm
Location: Shine Cafe, 1400 E St, Sacramento, CA 95814

Labor Committee Meeting

 
Want to learn about and get support in building power in your workplace to make real change for you and your co-workers? Join the Labor Committee at our next meeting.
 
Date: Sunday, July 14th, 11:00am-1:00pm
Location: Shine Cafe, 1400 E St, Sacramento, CA  95814

Socialist Feminist Reading Group

This month we'll be focusing on the current struggles of indigenous women in Asia and destructive mining. These women have been directly faced with the negative impact mining, so we'll be looking at eco-socialist solutions on how to oppose these destructive operations in indigenous communities.

Link to readings here

Date: Sunday, July 14th, 3:30-5:30pm
Location: Lavender Library, 1414 21st St, Sacramento, CA 95811
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Racial Solidarity Committee Meeting

 
We need your help to drive the direction of the committee going forward! Bring your productive criticisms, ideas, and thoughts about how we can fight racism and capitalism in Sacramento!

Date: Wednesday, July 17th, 7:00-8:30pm
Location: ACCE, 4433 Florin Rd, #880, Sacramento, CA, 95823

Feminist Working Group Meeting

 
Come help relaunch the Feminist Working Group by discussing the goals of the group and helping to plan out potential future events!

Date: Thursday, July 18th, 7:00-8:30pm
Location: Lavender Library, 1414 21st St, Sacramento, CA 95811

July General Membership Meeting

 
At our July General Membership meeting, we will hear committee updates, discuss new business, and more!

At all meetings, we adhere to the DSA "Rules for Respectful Discussion" to ensure an inclusive conversation where all voices are heard. You can read more about these guidelines here.

If you need childcare at this meeting, please email [email protected] so we can arrange it for you.

NOTE: If you are a new member or just want to find out how to get plugged in and help, come to the meeting 30 minutes early - the board members will be there to answer all your questions!
 
Date: Saturday, July 20th, 2:30-4:30pm
Location: Martin Luther King, Jr. Library, 7340 24th St Bypass, Sacramento, CA 95822
 
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Housing Committee Meeting

 
Join the Housing Committee to determine how we can implement a socialist housing policy in Sacramento, and build a strong grassroots tenants' movement to collectively advocate for our own needs. We will also discuss the significance of housing to the greater movement for socialism.

Housing is a human right! Let's demand a new system that allows everyone to live with dignity, and helps communities thrive.

Date: Sunday, July 21st, 1:00-2:30pm
Location: Shine Cafe, 1400 E St, Sacramento, CA  95814

Other Dates To Remember

 
Sacramento County Board of Supervisors Meeting
DATE: Every Tuesday, 9:30am
LOCATION: County Administration Center, 700 H Street, Room 1450, Sacramento, CA 95814
FOR MORE INFO: Archived action summaries and video can be found here.
 
Sacramento City Council Meeting
DATE: Every Tuesday, 4:30pm
LOCATION: City Hall Council Chamber, 915 I Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
FOR MORE INFO: Archived meeting minutes and video can be found here.

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