From Sam Payne <[email protected]>
Subject Climate Weekly: Election Night
Date November 3, 2020 9:42 PM
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Friends,



The day has finally come. It's possible we may not know the final results for some time, which is worrying considering the escalating rhetoric about this election’s legitimacy. But we can make preparations ahead of a potential power-grab.



If a presidential candidate declares victory or falsely raises doubts about the legitimacy of this election, 350 Mass and groups across the country will defend our democracy. If needed, we stand ready to join mass protests tomorrow. 350 Mass members will meet at the ducklings statues in the Boston Commons at 3 pm for a quick safety training. Tensions are running high, and confrontation at these protests is not unlikely. More info on protest safety practices is available below. You can RSVP to tomorrow's rally here. ([link removed])



Climate change is a symptom of a broken democracy. If you are not one of the ~2/3rds of Massachusettsans who voted early, don’t forget to vote today!



Be brave. Be safe. We're with you.



In solidarity,



Sam Payne

Digital Organizer & Communications Specialist





** How to Stay Safe and Healthy During Protests

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Should you find yourself protesting during the coming days, make sure you're prepared. Grab a buddy, bring water, wear comfortable and protective gear, and know what to do if you encounter a potentially hazardous situation. See this document ([link removed]) to find out what to expect and how to get ready, and browse this presentation ([link removed]) for more tips on staying safe.





** Other 350 Mass News

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#YESonRenewables and #YESonTransparency: We teamed up with Act On Mass to bring two important questions to the ballot, read Craig Altemose's article in Commonwealth Magazine here ([link removed]) . You can watch our video webinar with ballot question experts ([link removed]) here.



Keep Emergency Paid Sick Time Moving: The 350 Mass Solidarity Working Group is taking on Raise Up Mass' Emergency Paid Sick Time campaign ([link removed]) . The EPST legislation is currently with the Ways and Means Committee, so now is the time to push to make sure that it's favorably voted out before the end of the session. If your node is interested in an in-district meeting with your legislator, writing a letter to the editor, or supporting the campaign in other ways, contact [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) or [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) .



Key Climate Legislation is Stalling in Committee: Click here ([link removed]) for background and for model scripts you can use for calling or emailing your Rep and Senator ([link removed]) about the pending climate legislation.



Write a Letter to the Editor: There's never been a better time to take part in 350 Mass' Letters to the Editor (LTE) team. Want to join? Email Alan Palm, Director of Organizing, at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) to find out more. Our members have a great success rate in getting letters published! Read some of them here:

* Debora Hoffman's and Fred Hewett's letters in the Boston Globe: Readers overflowing with anti-Trump sentiment ([link removed])

* Marjorie Lee's letter in the Boston Globe:It takes resolve, not quick fixes, to tackle greenhouse gases ([link removed])

* Brett Whelan's letter in MassLive: Attorney General Maura Healey is doing her part to protect the environment ([link removed])

* Mary Memmot's letter in the Boston Globe: Nominee calls policy issue ‘contentious’ (somewhere, Galileo is heard muttering) ([link removed])

* Brent Whelan's letter in the Boston Globe: Much depends on the court's ability to respond to this existential threat ([link removed])





** Other Climate Movement News

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Stop the Springfield Biomass-burning Facility: Mothers Out Front is outraged at the environmental injustice of a proposed biomass-burning facility in Springfield, the "asthma capital of the United States". As reported in the Boston Globe ([link removed]) , the East Springfield community has been fighting this plant for over 10 years. You can support them by writing a short personal note (email and/or tweet) to your state Rep and Senator.





** Solidarity Opportunities

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Celebrate the Student Immigrant Movement's Quinceañera of Rebellion: The Student Immigrant Movement (SIM) was created 15 years ago by undocumented youth in the basement of an East Boston High School. For 15 years it has mobilized and strategized to support undocumented young people, providing youth with a refuge and community. You can support SIM by attending an online fundraising event that celebrating these accomplishments. Learn more and register here. ([link removed]) Fri, Nov 6, 6-7:30 pm.

Is this newsletter a helpful resource? Help us make it possible by donating ([link removed]) today!





** 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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Questions? Email Alan Palm, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])

Upcoming Node Meetings

All are welcome! Use the password 350ma.



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Wed, Nov 18, 6-8 pm

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Tue, Nov 3, 7:30-9:30 pm

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Mon, Nov 23, 7-9 pm

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