Detroit DSA is a 1200+ member funded organization. We receive no money from outside sources so we can say things like "Defund the Police" and "Abolish ICE" without losing funding, and we will always act democratically in the interests of our members and the working class! If you're able to, we ask that you make monthly contributions as they more directly benefit our chapter. Thank you for whatever amount you're able to contribute!
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It was wonderful seeing all of our comrades who made it out last night to our Bernie Birthday Bash! We shared inspiring stories from his presidential campaigns, met lots of wonderful new comrades, and celebrated the man who brought so many of us into the movement.
In case you missed it, don't fret - there are ample opportunities to join your comrades at our General Meeting <[link removed]> on the 11th (followed by a Detroit for All <[link removed]> Canvass), a Public Speaking Class on the 17th, Motor City Pride <[link removed]> on the 18th and 19th, and the return of Socialist Night School with our Socialism 101Series on September 21st!
There are plenty of opportunities for you to join us this month in our fight for the socialist future the working class deserves! We hope to see you soon.
Solidarity forever,
Detroit DSA
🌹 UPCOMING EVENTS 🌹
September General Membership Meeting
Saturday, September 11th 11AM-1PM
Clark Park
Join us for our monthly General Meeting at Clark Park!
As it is the 20th anniversary of 9/11, our newly formed Anti-Imperialist Working Group will be facilitating a discussion about 9/11 from a socialist perspective. We'll also be relaunching our Medicare For All working group! Stay after the meeting for working group breakouts and canvassing for Detroit For All.
*Due to the Delta variant, please wear a mask and observe social distancing protocol. We will have some benches and chairs, but please bring your own if you're able to. We will be testing out a hybrid model with this meeting! Check out the livestream on our Facebook page <[link removed]>.
RSVP <[link removed]>
LIVESTREAM HERE <[link removed]>
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Detroit for All Canvasses
Saturday, September 11th and Sunday, September 12th, 2-5PM
Join us for our next Detroit for All canvass to help elect socialists to office! We will be talking to voters about our Metro Detroit DSA endorsed candidates.
Training, campaign lit, and door-knocking scripts will be provided so that you will be ready to talk to voters. No experience necessary! If this is your first time, we will pair you with an experienced canvasser for training.
We have canvasses planned all the way through election day on November 2nd! Go here <[link removed]>to see a list of our scheduled canvasses and sign up for them in advance.
SATURDAY CANVASS <[link removed]>
SUNDAY CANVASS <[link removed]>
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Motor City Pride
Saturday, September 18th 10AM-8PM
Detroit DSA will be marching in the Motor City Pride parade on September 19th!
Please wear your DSA shirt, if you have one. Shirts are typically available for purchase at our General Meetings, so come to that on September 11th to get yours.
Be at the corner of Griswold and Lafayette by 10:30 AM for check-in. We will have a banner, but feel free to bring your own sign.
RSVP <[link removed]>
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Socialist Night School: Why We're Not "Progressives" - and Stand With Socialism!
September 21st, 6:30PM
The current political environment has shown now more than ever the need to have more than just good ideas lying around. Join the discussion of why we call ourselves socialists, and why we need strong socialist policies and officials, not just progressives, to shape the new landscape.
In addition to the educational content, Night School is a great way to socialize with fellow comrades and get plugged in to everything happening with Detroit DSA. Whether you are a DSA member or just interested in socialism, Night School has something for you!
Assigned readings and resources:
1. Why We’re Socialists, Not “Progressives” by Natasha Fernandez Silber:
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2. Death of the Yuppie Dream by Barbara Ehrenreich and John Ehrenreich:
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3. Liberalism, Ultraleftism, or Mass Action by Peter Camejo:
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REGISTER <[link removed]>
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In solidarity,
🌹 Detroit DSA
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