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Member Spotlight: Eric

We often say DSA is a “big tent”. It’s true that we all come from different backgrounds, but every one of our unique experiences has brought us to the same conclusion: A better world is possible, and it is ours to build. The following is the tenth in a series of stories told by our members about the events and experiences that led them to the Left.

Growing up in a suburb of Birmingham, Alabama in the late 80s, I was drawn to the punk scene’s culture of rebellion – a gateway that led me to the Left.

At the time, Nazi skinheads were the bastard children of the punk scene. They were thoroughly reactionary and racist, and would turn up to shows looking for a fight.

They’d get into the pit and start shoving and swinging. Punching them in return was just self-preservation. The Nazis were looking for racist sh*t to do that didn’t stop at being dicks at shows. Fighting back to protect one another turned us kids in the scene into political allies, and opened many up to broader conclusions about what was wrong with society. We probably spent more time getting chased by Nazis than chasing them in the early days, but we didn’t always run, and they didn’t always have the balance of force in their favor.

Read the rest of Eric's story on our website.

4 Important Things Happening This Week:

🌏  Thursday 6-7pm: Ecosocialism Orientation & Strategy session 

Get an overview of what ecosocialism stands for, hear updates from the DSA’s National Green New Deal campaign, and discuss how we could potentially use an ecosocialist framing to engage with the upcoming election.

🚨  Saturday 1:30pm: Defund the Police with a DARC canvass

Meet at 1599 Kenmore St to knock some doors, flyer, and talk to your neighbors. Please follow social distancing guidelines. (Masks and sanitizer will be provided if needed.)

🗳  Saturday 4pm: What should we do about the run-offs? Chapter Forum

All eyes are on Georgia - and it's not just a question of the Senate. We also have a crucial campaign for PSC on the same day. We hope you've been following the news, talking to your comrades, and reflecting on the best way forward for socialists in Georgia - because we want to hear from you on Saturday! 

👋  Sunday 7pm: MADSA New Member Orientation  

Get oriented! Learn a little bit about DSA, MADSA, and how you can navigate the organization to find your focus.

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