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We hope the first eBlast of the New Year finds you well. Team NPP is back at work as we continue our year-round primary focus on voter registration, civic education and mobilization in the communities we center including; historically disenfranchised and often neglected Black, Indigenous and other people of color, immigrant communities and the youth.

We hope you enjoy reading the following biweekly eBlast, and catching up on what’s happening in Harrisburg, relevant news you can use and upcoming events - including where you’ll find NPP during Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Weekend of Service.

What’s Happening in Harrisburg:

Senate passes Constitutional Amendments: Two-Year Window, coupled with Voter ID and Election Audits

The Republican-controlled state senate used victims of childhood sexual assault as political pawns in their agenda. By coupling a commonsense, bipartisan-supported window to justice with a slate of controversial and deeply divisive election law changes, they are shamelessly sabotaging that justice for victims.
Pennsylvania has identification requirements for voting. You must verify your ID when you register, when you request a mail-in ballot, and when you vote for the first time at a new polling place.
Requiring Voter ID creates needless barriers for voters and creates chaos at the local level for election workers. It will need to be implemented without guidance, causing long lines, delays, and opens a new opportunity for bad actors to pose challenges to valid votes.
Any policy that creates yet another barrier for Pennsylvanians to cast their vote, is not in the best interest of our commonwealth.

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Upcoming Events for MLK Day:
Martin Luther King Community of Greater Kennett Area
Jan 16, 2023 Doors open 9:30am
Lincoln University Wellness Center
Keynote Speaker: Diplomat, Oliver St. Clair Franklin, OBE
10am - 3pm Celebration

Martin Luther King Jr Celebration
Sunday, Jan 15, 2023 at 4pm
First Presbyterian Church
750 N Evans St.
Pottstown, PA 19464
Sponsored by the the Pottstown Ministerium of Faith

Central PA MLK Day of Service
Mon, Jan 16, 2023
Harrisburg, PA
9am: Open Ceremony
9:30am - 1pm: Jobs and Housing Fair
10am - 1pm: Volunteer Activities
Free and open to all
Visit: centralpamlkday.org

Celebrate the Lives of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King JR and Dr. George Washington Carver
Jan 14, 2023 at 10am
11am - 2pm: Brunch
Park Place AME Ministries, 215 E 10th Ave Homestead, PA
Monday, January 16, 2023 at 12:00 Noon
The Enduring Ideals & Legacy of Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Learn about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr’s inspirational rise to historical prominence. Hear his message of nonviolent resistance. Discover how Dr. King’s ideals can inspire and elevate your life. Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with this special slide lecture program and a delicious slice of birthday cake in honor of his memory.
FREE to members, non-member adults $8, non-member children 2-11 years $3, under 2 years free.

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NPP in the News:

Rep. Perry, MAGA extremists condemned at Jan. 6 remembrance rally
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Delaware County Marks Martin Luther King Jr. Day
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“Honoring Dr. King’s legacy and work to create a world free of injustice, this year’s celebration will mark the return of an in-person celebration. The message will focus on voter rights advocacy. Three community heroes will be inducted into the MLK Spirit Hall of Fame: Akeiff Staples and Brent Johnstone, co-founders of FathersRead365 (FR365) as well as this year’s keynote speaker Kadida Kenner of the New Pennsylvania Project. The celebration will feature selections from musical guests Danie Ocean and Kathy Anthony.“



News You Can Use:
Pennsylvania’s new Dem governor nominates Republican Schmidt to run state elections
Al Schmidt, a former election official in Philadelphia, is Gov.-elect Josh Shapiro's choice to run the 2024 election in battleground Pennsylvania.

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House Republicans Set To Introduce Voter ID Legislation
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Pa. House at a standstill as deadline nears to get relief for child sex abuse survivors on May ballot
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A Black lawmaker from Philly was in line to be Pa.’s first female House speaker. They elected a white guy instead.
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Thank you for taking the time to stay informed. We hope to see you at a MLK Day event near you. We'll be back in two weeks with the latest edition.

In solidarity,
Team NPP


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