Dear
Friend,
It’s clear that the system we live
in is nothing like the democracy we want to build. Working people
deserve control of the things that matter most, including our
workplaces, the economy, and our political system, regardless of where
we were born, the color of our skin, or the balance of our bank
account. True democracy is impossible under capitalism.
Due to historic rates of mail-in
voters and the recent attacks on the USPS, there is a high likelihood
that we won’t know the results of this election untill way after
November 3rd. We cannot predict the future, but we can proactively
send a clear message that people across the country will push back
against anyone who tries to undermine this election.
Will
you attend our Mass Rally to Count Every Vote this Wednesday, November
4th from noon-4 p.m. at Oscar Grant Plaza?
Unless Biden pulls an undeniable
victory – as did the Movimiento al Socialismo (MAS) in Bolivia – it
will take millions of people in the streets to ensure every ballot is
tallied. Even then, we will need a mass movement to counter the threat
of escalating vigilante and police violence if Trump refuses to honor
the results.
In preparation, our chapter will be hosting a two-day Direct Action
training this Saturday and Sunday via Zoom to make sure all our
members have the skills to mobilize as safely as possible no matter
the results.
Will
you attend our Direct Action crash course this Saturday and Sunday
from 10 a.m.-noon?
If Trump wins, our task will be
continuing to fight like hell for the rights and safety of immigrants,
people of color, and the international working class. In case of a
Biden victory, we’ll do all those things
and fight him
to win desperately needed reforms like Medicare For All, a Green New
Deal, and a people’s COVID recovery.
Whatever happens this election, our
charge as socialists remains fighting for true democracy by organizing
our workplaces, our buildings, and growing this 75,000 strong working class
movement to end capitalism
Our only weapon in these uncertain times is organization.
Are you ready?
In Solidarity,
East Bay DSA