Happy New Year, John xxxxxx! 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. |
Whats 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.
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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.
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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.
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Any policy that creates yet another barrier for Pennsylvanians to cast their vote, is not in the best interest of our commonwealth.
Read more about this in the Penn Capital Star. |
Upcoming Events for MLK Day |
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 |
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 |
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. https://www.steelstacks.org/martin-luther-king-jr-cinema-tribute-day/
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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 |
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 |
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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