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  The Six PAC · [email protected]
August 14, 2020 at 5:22 PM

Rural America needs the USPS

The New Yorker: Trump’s Attack on the Postal Service Is a Threat to Democracy—and to Rural America At the Six PAC, we’re supporting progressives running in rural areas. Donate to 5 red-to-blue candidates for Congress who will save the USPS! Bill McKibben writes abou…
  Metro Atlanta DSA · [email protected]
August 13, 2020 at 12:15 PM

🌹 MADSA Musings

Thoughts from the Left JOIN METRO ATLANTA DSA SUPPORT OUR WORK   Member Spotlight: Rogelio We often…
  Twin Ports DSA · [email protected]
August 12, 2020 at 8:31 PM

Congratulations to Twin Ports DSA endorsed Jen McEwen!

Dear Members and Associates,   By now you have heard the news. Jen McEwen has won the race for state senate in district 7 here in Duluth. She took in 73% of the vote. This was a landslide victory. Sometimes you don't really know your potential power until y…
  The Six PAC · [email protected]
August 12, 2020 at 7:25 PM

Rural America needs the USPS

The New Yorker: Trump’s Attack on the Postal Service Is a Threat to Democracy—and to Rural America At the Six PAC, we’re supporting progressives running in rural areas. Donate to 5 red-to-blue candidates for Congress who will save the USPS! Bill McKibben writes abou…
  BCTGM International Union · [email protected]
August 12, 2020 at 6:33 PM

INVITATION -- Special Social Security Anniversary Event LIVE!

Friend: Last Saturday President Trump publicly said he will defund Social Security if he is re-elected. We must elect a President who will expand Social Security, not kill it. On Friday, August 14  Jill Biden and Louis Gossett Jr. will join Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky and…
  BCTGM International Union · [email protected]
August 12, 2020 at 6:33 PM

INVITATION -- Special Social Security Anniversary Event LIVE!

John: Last Saturday President Trump publicly said he will defund Social Security if he is re-elected. We must elect a President who will expand Social Security, not kill it. On Friday, August 14  Jill Biden and Louis Gossett Jr. will join Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky and S…
  [email protected] · [email protected]
August 12, 2020 at 5:26 PM

Poll Problem // Morse Discussion

Dear Comrades, Sorry, for yet another email this week. The poll created for voting on Morse's endorsement status was corrupt. Instead of sending out another poll, we thought it might be nice to get on a call and talk about our thoughts on the Morse news and to hold a live vote…
  Memphis Midsouth DSA · [email protected]
August 11, 2020 at 1:00 PM

General Meeting & other events

Memphis-Midsouth DSA We are having a general meeting tomorrow 8/11 at 6:30pm! Click here for the zoom link. We are also having a new member orientation at Overton Park, at the Leavitt Shell on Thursday 8/20 at 7:30pm. Facebook link here. But wait! There's more! Our housing w…
  Metro Atlanta DSA · [email protected]
August 10, 2020 at 12:15 PM

🌹 What's on this week with MADSA?

Here's your weekly rundown JOIN METRO ATLANTA DSA SUPPORT OUR WORK   Get ready to vote on August 11 …
  Metro Atlanta DSA · [email protected]
August 8, 2020 at 7:55 PM

Stand up for labor, mobilize against racism!

Hey Comrades! We've got an urgent update from Metro Atlanta DSA. Here's an overview: Protest Senator Loeffler: We Want to Live - Not Starve! DSA Contingent: Oppose White Supremacy at Stone Mountain Proposed Bylaw Changes for the August Mee…
  BCTGM International Union · [email protected]
August 7, 2020 at 3:55 PM

A Pension is a Promise: Call the Senate TODAY!

Friend, This next week is critical to the passage of the HEROES Act. The Republican-controlled U.S. Senate has so far refused to take action and without strong pressure from working people, the Senate may not take action and we would lose this valuable opportunity to protect …
  BCTGM International Union · [email protected]
August 7, 2020 at 3:55 PM

A Pension is a Promise: Call the Senate TODAY!

John, This next week is critical to the passage of the HEROES Act. The Republican-controlled U.S. Senate has so far refused to take action and without strong pressure from working people, the Senate may not take action and we would lose this valuable opportunity to protect ou…
  The Six PAC · [email protected]
August 7, 2020 at 3:00 PM

Save the USPS. Defeat Republicans.

TOLEDO BLADE: Mail delays continue as U.S. Postal Service grapples with financial crisis The USPS is in crisis, and millions will be disenfranchised in November if their mail ballots are delayed. Donate to help us flip 5 seats of Republicans that voted NO on saving the US…
  Nicole · [email protected]
August 6, 2020 at 8:15 PM

Will we see you at Netroots At Home next week?

Hi John, Here at Action Network & Action Builder we’re gearing up for next week’s Netroots At Home — the virtual version of Netroots Nation this year — and we wanted to see if you'll be attending the conference! We have a ton of great programming planned, from discussions o…
  The Six PAC · [email protected]
August 6, 2020 at 4:40 PM

PETITION: Betsy DeVos must resign

Education Secretary Betsy DeVos falsely claimed that children are “stoppers” of COVID-19. She threatened to defund schools if they didn’t fully reopen for indoor classes 5 days a week, 7 hours a day. When schools reopen, they need to do it when it’s safe, not because Bets…
  Erhard Mahnke via ActionNetwork.org · [email protected]
August 6, 2020 at 11:55 AM

Erhard for State Senate

Dear John, I hope this email finds you well and staying safe! I am writing to ask for your vote for State Senate in the Democratic Primary next Tuesday, August 11. We are at a pivotal moment in time as a state, as a nation, and as a planet. The experiences of the last several m…
  Memphis Midsouth DSA · [email protected]
August 6, 2020 at 11:53 AM

Vote Today!

Memphis-Midsouth DSA FIND YOUR POLLING LOCATION We are proud to endorse Gabby Salinas for Tennessee House District 97. Gabby is a cancer survivor and knows what it is to fight. She has stood in solidarity with DSA throughout our Fight for 15 and Medicare For All campaigns.…
  Julie Kimmel - 350 Fairfax · [email protected]
August 6, 2020 at 11:00 AM

350 Fairfax meeting TONIGHT

Friends, Don’t forget the 350 Fairfax virtual general meeting tonight at 7:30 pm! This is what’s on the agenda: Learn: Our guest speaker is Karen Campblin, co-chair of Green New Deal Virginia and chair of the Political Action Committee of the Fairfax County NAACP. She will tal…
  The Six PAC · [email protected]
August 6, 2020 at 12:09 AM

House Polling Update

Recent polls in 3 of our 5 races show that progressives have momentum! NY-24 Dana Balter (D) 48% Rep. John Katko (R) 45% (DCCC 6/18-6/22, 400 LV) NE-02 Kara Eastman (D) 50% Rep. Don Bacon (R) 49% (GQR 6/30-7/5, 502 LV) CA-01 Audrey Denney (D) 41% Rep. Doug LaMalfa (R) 46…
  Anthony Shelton, BCTGM International Union · [email protected]
August 5, 2020 at 6:27 PM

We Need Your Help

Friend, We have to break it to you: Mitch McConnell’s proposal does NOTHING for America’s pension funding crisis. Indeed, it does NOTHING for American workers. In fact, it offers: -$0 for multiemployer pension funding 🧾 - $0 for the Postal Service ✉️ - $0 for state and local g…
  Anthony Shelton, BCTGM International Union · [email protected]
August 5, 2020 at 6:27 PM

We Need Your Help

John, We have to break it to you: Mitch McConnell’s proposal does NOTHING for America’s pension funding crisis. Indeed, it does NOTHING for American workers. In fact, it offers: -$0 for multiemployer pension funding 🧾 - $0 for the Postal Service ✉️ - $0 for state and local gov…
  Memphis Midsouth DSA · [email protected]
August 4, 2020 at 5:19 PM

Urgent: Police Residency Referendum Action Needed

Memphis-Midsouth DSA City Council will vote TODAY on whether to remove a referendum from the 2020 ballot that would allow Memphis police officers to live hours away from Memphis and Shelby County. Once again our economy, our communities and our democracy are put at risk by a…
  Michelle Krocker via ActionNetwork.org · [email protected]
August 4, 2020 at 4:16 PM

Celebrate With Us on September 17!

Dear John, Michelle Krocker Executive Director Join Us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn for the latest housing news. Sent via Action Network, a free online toolset anyone can use to organize. Click here to sign up and get started building an …
  Berkshires DSA via ActionNetwork.org · [email protected]
August 4, 2020 at 3:05 PM

PLEASE SIGN TONIGHT: Demand Audit of Pittsfield Police

Dear Comrades, A local community coalition, Invest in Pittsfield, led by members of the Pittsfield City Council, the local NAACP chapter and Berkshires DSA have a petition to present to Pittsfield City Council before noon tomorrow. The City Council requires names, street address …
  The Six PAC · [email protected]
August 3, 2020 at 5:00 PM

Save the USPS. Defeat Republicans.

TOLEDO BLADE: Mail delays continue as U.S. Postal Service grapples with financial crisis The USPS is in crisis, and millions will be disenfranchised in November if their mail ballots are delayed. Donate to help us flip 5 seats of Republicans that voted NO on saving the US…
  Metro Atlanta DSA · [email protected]
August 3, 2020 at 12:00 PM

🌹 What's on this week with MADSA?

Here's your weekly rundown JOIN METRO ATLANTA DSA SUPPORT OUR WORK   A quick chat: July was a very busy and productive month …
  Twin Ports DSA · [email protected]
August 2, 2020 at 4:22 PM

Call for Jen With Us! (Tuesday and Wednesday, 5-8)

Dear Members and Associates,   We endorsed Jen McEwen for the state senate in district seven, and it's time for us to step up and help make it happen. The primary is only 9 days away, and we need to help get people to the polls. This Tuesday and Wednesday e…
  The Six PAC · [email protected]
August 2, 2020 at 3:00 PM

PETITION: Betsy DeVos must resign

Education Secretary Betsy DeVos falsely claimed that children are “stoppers” of COVID-19. She threatened to defund schools if they didn’t fully reopen for indoor classes 5 days a week, 7 hours a day. When schools reopen, they need to do it when it’s safe, not because Bets…
  The Six PAC · [email protected]
August 1, 2020 at 7:37 PM

Save the USPS. Defeat Republicans.

TOLEDO BLADE: Mail delays continue as U.S. Postal Service grapples with financial crisis The USPS is in crisis, and millions will be disenfranchised in November if their mail ballots are delayed. Donate to help us flip 5 seats of Republicans that voted NO on saving the US…
  The Six PAC · [email protected]
July 31, 2020 at 6:37 PM

PETITION: Betsy DeVos must resign

Education Secretary Betsy DeVos falsely claimed that children are “stoppers” of COVID-19. She threatened to defund schools if they didn’t fully reopen for indoor classes 5 days a week, 7 hours a day. When schools reopen, they need to do it when it’s safe, not because Bets…
  Julie Kimmel - 350 Fairfax · [email protected]
July 31, 2020 at 5:29 PM

Environmental Justice with Karen Campblin

Friends, Thanks to everyone who joined us for a very informative meeting with 350.org's Dominique Thomas earlier this month. Dominique also participated in a powerful webinar in early June, immediately after the George Floyd murder, that is worth checking out. Watch the video he…
  The Six PAC · [email protected]
July 30, 2020 at 5:00 PM

Bill Barr must go

Attorney General Bill Barr is serving as Trump’s personal lawyer, enabling his authoritarian abuses. Sign the petition: impeach and remove Bill Barr! Attorney General Bill Barr tear-gassed demonstrators for a Trump photo-op, He’s enabling Trump as unmarked militias snatc…
  The Six PAC · [email protected]
July 29, 2020 at 7:13 PM

Bill Barr must go

Attorney General Bill Barr is serving as Trump’s personal lawyer, enabling his authoritarian abuses. Sign the petition: impeach and remove Bill Barr! Attorney General Bill Barr tear-gassed demonstrators for a Trump photo-op, He’s enabling Trump as unmarked militias snatc…
  Metro Atlanta DSA · [email protected]
July 27, 2020 at 1:04 PM

🌹 What's on this week with MADSA?

Here's your weekly rundown JOIN METRO ATLANTA DSA SUPPORT OUR WORK Coming up this week: Monday    6pm: Defund the APD Working Group …
  Julie Kimmel - 350 Fairfax · [email protected]
July 27, 2020 at 11:00 AM

It's time to stop the Mountain Valley Pipeline!

Friends, In recent weeks, we’ve seen some major wins on the pipelines front. We can shout it from the rooftops: The Atlantic Coast Pipeline is dead! But Virginia is still fighting the disastrous Mountain Valley Pipeline, which will bring approximately 303 miles of high-pressured…
  Twin Ports DSA · [email protected]
July 26, 2020 at 3:38 PM

Meeting Today, 4 PM

Dear Members and Associates,   This is a quick reminder that our meeting is today, 4 pm, via zoom (link below).   The sparse minutes from the last meeting can be found here, and the agenda is here (also pasted below).    Twin Ports DSA agenda, August 26, 2…
  Memphis Midsouth DSA · [email protected]
July 24, 2020 at 7:06 PM

One Week Left to Early Vote

Memphis-Midsouth DSA Click Here For Early Voting Times and Locations *Link is now working! Sent via ActionNetwork.org. To update your email address, change your name or address, or to stop receiving emails from Memphis Midsouth DSA, please click her…
  BCTGM International Union · [email protected]
July 24, 2020 at 5:22 PM

Are you registered to vote? Are you ready to vote?

John, The BCTGM is committed to championing democracy—in the workplace and at the ballot box. But the enemies of democracy are out there, too, and they’re ready to suppress votes this fall like we’ve never seen before. Take the pledge - register to vote! Essential workers …
  BCTGM International Union · [email protected]
July 24, 2020 at 5:22 PM

Are You Registered to VOTE? Will You Make a Pledge?

Friend, The BCTGM is committed to championing democracy—in the workplace and at the ballot box. But the enemies of democracy are out there, too, and they’re ready to suppress votes this fall like we’ve never seen before. Take the pledge - register to vote! Essential worker…
  Twin Ports DSA · [email protected]
July 23, 2020 at 2:09 PM

Meeting This Sunday, 4 PM (link to join inside)

Dear Members and Associates,   Our monthly membership meeting is this Sunday, 4 pm, via Zoom. You can join by computer or phone using the zoom link, or you can dial in and treat it as a phone conference using the numbers. There is a waiting room, and I have…
  Memphis Midsouth DSA · [email protected]
July 22, 2020 at 8:22 PM

Early Voting Locations

Memphis-Midsouth DSA Click Here For Early Voting Locations Sent via ActionNetwork.org. To update your email address, change your name or address, or to stop receiving emails from Memphis Midsouth DSA, please click here.
  BCTGM International Union · [email protected]
July 22, 2020 at 5:14 PM

HEROES Act Can Save Our Pensions

Friend, The House passed the HEROES Act on May 15. Yet for two months, the Senate has not brought this critical legislation to the floor, nor has it proposed an alternative solution. Critical to every member and retiree of the BCTGM, the HEROES Act includes an effective, comp…
  BCTGM International Union · [email protected]
July 22, 2020 at 5:14 PM

HEROES Act Can Save Our Pensions

John, The House passed the HEROES Act on May 15. Yet for two months, the Senate has not brought this critical legislation to the floor, nor has it proposed an alternative solution. Critical to every member and retiree of the BCTGM, the HEROES Act includes an effective, compre…
  Metro Atlanta DSA · [email protected]
July 21, 2020 at 10:30 PM

This Saturday: General Meeting

Join Metro Atlanta DSA's General Meeting Saturday at 4pm Saturday's General Meeting: #DefundAPD Our next general meeting of the chapter will be held Saturday, June 25th at 4pm. It will be conducted online over Zo…
  Memphis Midsouth DSA · [email protected]
July 21, 2020 at 7:05 PM

Local Candidate Endorsements

Memphis-Midsouth DSA We are proud to endorse Gabby Salinas for Tennessee House District 97. Gabby is a cancer survivor and knows what it is to fight. She has stood in solidarity with DSA throughout our Fight for 15 and Medicare For All campaigns. Gabby is a scientist who in…
  Metro Atlanta DSA · [email protected]
July 20, 2020 at 12:14 PM

🌹 What's on this week with MADSA?

Here's your weekly rundown JOIN METRO ATLANTA DSA SUPPORT OUR WORK Coming up this week: Monday    6pm: Defund the APD Working Group …
  Metro Atlanta DSA · [email protected]
July 18, 2020 at 7:25 PM

🌹 TONIGHT: Rethink Police & Safety @ Grant Park

Join the AfroSocialists/Socialists of Color caucus of MADSA, Community Movement Builders, and Science for the People TONIGHT AT 6PM: Join the AfroSocialists/Socialists of Color caucus of MADSA, Community Movement Builders, and Sc…
  Twin Ports DSA · [email protected]
July 15, 2020 at 3:42 PM

Help Jen Reach The State Senate

Dear Members and Associates,   Our endorsed candidate for State Senate, Jen McEwen, needs your help. Specifically, it's crunch time for Get Out The Vote, and during covid-19 that means phone banking, as much as possible. TakeAction Minnesota is starting to …
  Metro Atlanta DSA · [email protected]
July 14, 2020 at 1:44 PM

🌹 We will win - but not without your help

So many ways to take action JOIN METRO ATLANTA DSA SUPPORT OUR WORK The Atlanta City Council is considering two new pieces of legislation regarding the APD but we must go further. Learn…
  BCTGM International Union · [email protected]
July 14, 2020 at 1:37 PM

Tell the Senate to PASS the HEROES Act - SAVE OUR PENSIONS!

John: Help Save Our Pensions by urging your Senator to pass the HEROES Act. The HEROES Act includes an effective, comprehensive solution to the multiemployer pension funding crisis that would provide long-term security for pension funds, including the B&C Fund, and …