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June 22, 2020 at 1:15 PM

DSA-LA Weekly: Lost Angles Kickoff Event With Mike Davis & Jon Wiener

Week of June 22, 2020 This is obviously a very difficult time for the world, and for political organizing. Just as all of us have been quickly adjusting to the new normal of daily life under social distancing given the current COVID-19 virus …
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June 19, 2020 at 9:49 PM

The Thorn West: Issue No. 15 - June 19, 2020

The Thorn West is a state and local news roundup compiled by members of DSA-LA. Our goal is to provide a weekly update on the latest developments in state and local politics, and to track the issues that are most important to our membership. …
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June 15, 2020 at 12:15 PM

DSA-LA Weekly: Defund the Police!

Week of June 15, 2020 This is obviously a very difficult time for the world, and for political organizing. Just as all of us have been quickly adjusting to the new normal of daily life under social distancing given the current COVID-19 virus …
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June 12, 2020 at 8:48 PM

The Thorn West: Issue No. 14 - June 12, 2020

The Thorn West is a state and local news roundup compiled by members of DSA-LA. Our goal is to provide a weekly update on the latest developments in state and local politics, and to track the issues that are most important to our membership. …
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June 8, 2020 at 7:13 PM

DSA-LA Weekly: KEEP SHOWING UP!

Week of June 7, 2020 This is obviously a very difficult time for the world, and for political organizing. Just as all of us have been quickly adjusting to the new normal of daily life under social distancing given the current COVID-19 virus p…
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June 7, 2020 at 12:46 AM

The Thorn West: Issue No. 13 - June 6, 2020

The Thorn West is a state and local news roundup compiled by members of DSA-LA. Our goal is to provide a weekly update on the latest developments in state and local politics, and to track the issues that are most important to our membership. …
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June 2, 2020 at 1:51 AM

DSA-LA Weekly: Black Lives Matter.

Week of June 1, 2020   DSA-LA STATEMENT REGARDING POLICE VIOLENCE IN RESPONSE TO GEORGE FLOYD As this statement is being written, thousands of Americans are taking to the streets to protest the unjust and unlawful murd…
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May 29, 2020 at 10:58 PM

CORRECTION WITH LINKS: The Thorn West: Issue No. 12 - May 29, 2020

The Thorn West is a state and local news roundup compiled by members of DSA-LA. Our goal is to provide a weekly update on the latest developments in state and local politics, and to track the issues that are most important to our membership. …
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May 29, 2020 at 8:45 PM

The Thorn West: Issue No. 12 - May 29, 2020

The Thorn West is a state and local news roundup compiled by members of DSA-LA. Our goal is to provide a weekly update on the latest developments in state and local politics, and to track the issues that are most important to our membership. …
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May 26, 2020 at 1:00 PM

DSA-LA Weekly: The World Runs on Essential Workers!

Week of May 26, 2020 This is obviously a very difficult time for the world, and for political organizing. Just as all of us have been quickly adjusting to the new normal of daily life under social distancing given the current COVID-19 virus p…
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May 22, 2020 at 8:27 PM

The Thorn West: Issue No. 11 - May 22, 2020

The Thorn West is a state and local news roundup compiled by members of DSA-LA. Our goal is to provide a weekly update on the latest developments in state and local politics, and to track the issues that are most important to our membership. …
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May 18, 2020 at 6:07 PM

DSA-LA Weekly: We are growing!

Week of May 18, 2020 This is obviously a very difficult time for the world, and for political organizing. Just as all of us have been quickly adjusting to the new normal of daily life under social distancing given the current COVID-19 virus p…
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May 15, 2020 at 8:35 PM

The Thorn West: Issue No. 10 - May 15, 2020

The Thorn West is a state and local news roundup compiled by members of DSA-LA. Our goal is to provide a weekly update on the latest developments in state and local politics, and to track the issues that are most important to our membership. …
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May 11, 2020 at 1:00 PM

DSA-LA Weekly: Time for us! Fighting for im/migrant rights after Bernie

Week of May 11th, 2020   TOMORROW TIME FOR US! FIGHTING FOR IM/MIGRANT RIGHTS AFTER BERNIE Join the Alliance to Defend Im/migrants Rights tomorrow, Tuesday, May 12th @ 5pm PST on Facebook Wa…
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May 8, 2020 at 8:51 PM

The Thorn West: Issue No. 9 - May 8, 2020

The Thorn West is a state and local news roundup compiled by members of DSA-LA. Our goal is to provide a weekly update on the latest developments in state and local politics, and to track the issues that are most important to our membership. …
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May 4, 2020 at 1:00 PM

DSA-LA Weekly: Solidarity, not Charity!

Week of May 4, 2020 This is obviously a very difficult time for the world, and for political organizing. Just as all of us have been quickly adjusting to the new normal of daily life under social distancing given the current COVID-19 virus public hea…
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May 1, 2020 at 9:22 PM

The Thorn West: Issue No. 8 - May 1, 2020

The Thorn West is a state and local news roundup compiled by members of DSA-LA. Our goal is to provide a weekly update on the latest developments in state and local politics, and to track the issues that are most important to our membership. …
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April 27, 2020 at 1:00 PM

DSA-LA Weekly: Out of work & can't pay rent this May Day?

Week of April 27, 2020 This is obviously a very difficult time for the world, and for political organizing. Just as all of us have been quickly adjusting to the new normal of daily life under social distancing given the current COVID-19 virus public …
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April 24, 2020 at 8:55 PM

The Thorn West: Issue No. 7 - April 24, 2020

The Thorn West is a state and local news roundup compiled by members of DSA-LA. Our goal is to provide a weekly update on the latest developments in state and local politics, and to track the issues that are most important to our membership. Issue No. 7…
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April 20, 2020 at 1:00 PM

DSA-LA Weekly: No Rent! Universal Healthcare NOW!

Week of April 20, 2020 This is obviously a very difficult time for the world, and for political organizing. Just as all of us have been quickly adjusting to the new normal of daily life under social distancing given the current COVID-19 virus public h…
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April 17, 2020 at 8:46 PM

The Thorn West: Issue No. 6 - April 17, 2020

The Thorn West is a state and local news roundup compiled by members of DSA-LA. Our goal is to provide a weekly update on the latest developments in state and local politics, and to track the issues that are most important to our membership. Issue No. 6 - April 17, 2020…
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April 13, 2020 at 5:38 PM

DSA-LA Weekly: Thank You, Bernie 🌹

Week of April 13, 2020 This is obviously a very difficult time for the world, and for political organizing. Just as all of us have been quickly adjusting to the new normal of daily life under social distancing given the current COVID-19 virus public health emergency, we wil…
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April 10, 2020 at 7:52 PM

The Thorn West: Issue No. 5 - April 10, 2020

The Thorn West is a state and local news roundup compiled by members of DSA-LA. Our goal is to provide a weekly update on the latest developments in state and local politics, and to track the issues that are most important to our membership. Issue No. 5 - April 10, 202…
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April 6, 2020 at 1:00 PM

DSA-LA Weekly: We're in this together – COVID-19 Info & Resources

Week of April 6, 2020 This is obviously a very difficult time for the world, and for political organizing. Just as all of us have been quickly adjusting to the new normal of daily life under social distancing given the current COVID-19 virus public health emergency, we will…
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April 3, 2020 at 7:42 PM

The Thorn West: Issue No. 4 - April 3, 2020

NationBuilder Friend -- The Thorn West is a state and local news roundup compiled by members of DSA-LA. Our goal is to provide a weekly update on the latest developments in state and local politics, and to track the issues that are most important to our membership.  Issue N…
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March 30, 2020 at 4:00 PM

DSA-LA Weekly: Call Your LA County Supervisor TODAY

NationBuilder Friend -- This is obviously a very difficult time for the world, and for political organizing. Just as all of us have been quickly adjusting to the new normal of daily life under social distancing given the current COVID-19 virus public health emergency, we will now be …
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March 27, 2020 at 7:19 PM

The Thorn West 03: Issue No. 3 - March 27, 2020

NationBuilder Friend -- The Thorn West is a state and local news roundup compiled by members of DSA-LA. Our goal is to provide a weekly update on the latest developments in state and local politics, and to track the issues that are most important to our membership.  Issue …
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March 23, 2020 at 4:00 PM

DSA-LA Weekly: In times like these, we need each other

NationBuilder Friend -- This week’s e-mail has a LOT of info. It also contains several calls to action. We don’t want to overwhelm you, so we’ve prioritized the most time sensitive items first. However, while you stay at home, we encourage you to read the e-mail in its entirety. We h…
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March 20, 2020 at 7:19 PM

The Thorn West: Issue No. 02 - March 20, 2020

NationBuilder Friend -- Introducing The Thorn West, a state and local news roundup compiled by members of DSA-LA. Our goal is to provide a weekly update on the latest developments in state and local politics, and to track the issues that are most important to our membership.…
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March 16, 2020 at 4:00 PM

DSA-LA Weekly: Now more than ever, we fight!

NationBuilder Friend -- Given the current COVID-19 virus public health emergency, we will now be holding most meetings online. Please check our CALENDAR for full event listings and committee meetings changes and postponements.  BUT we can still win this and we need to build for the …
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March 13, 2020 at 8:30 PM

Welcome to The Thorn West!

NationBuilder Friend -- Introducing The Thorn West, a state and local news roundup compiled by members of DSA-LA. Our goal is to provide a weekly update on the latest developments in state and local politics, and to track the issues that are most important to our membership.…
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March 12, 2020 at 8:42 PM

DSA-LA Steering Committee update on COVID-19

NationBuilder Friend -- Members of DSA-LA and Other Comrades, At our most recent meeting, the members of the DSA-LA steering committee voted unanimously that given the current COVID-19 virus public health emergency,we will now be holding most meetings online. For updates reg…
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March 9, 2020 at 4:00 PM

Last week we won in California. This week we continue the fight!

NationBuilder Friend -- Check out all the events going on this week & be sure to check our CALENDAR for full event listings and committee meetings! After the hard work of organizing, knocking on doors, talking to our neighbors, phone and text banking--Bernie Sanders over…
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March 2, 2020 at 7:04 PM

It's gonna be a SUPER WEEK + More From DSA-LA!

NationBuilder Friend -- Check out all the events going on this week & be sure to check our CALENDAR for full event listings and committee meetings! GET OUT THE VOTE! TOMORROW IS SUPER TUESDAY! DSA-LA FOR NITHYA - ELECTION DAY GOTV! I HAVEN’T VOTED YET! HOW DO I DO…
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February 24, 2020 at 8:03 PM

We're 1 WEEK away from Super Tuesday + Other DSA Events!

NationBuilder Friend -- Check out all the events going on this week & be sure to check our CALENDAR for full event listings and committee meetings!  MARCH 3RD IS EIGHT DAYS AWAY! Super Tuesday is upon us and you can check your voter registration status here. If you didn'…
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February 18, 2020 at 7:02 PM

2 weeks to CA Primary & More this week!

NationBuilder Friend -- Check out all the events going on this week & be sure to check our CALENDAR for full event listings and committee meetings!  GET OUT THE VOTE! The CA state primary is 2 weeks away on March 3rd! You can check your voter registration status here. Th…
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February 12, 2020 at 12:22 AM

This week with DSA-LA: Voter Guide + More!

NationBuilder Friend -- 2020 Primary Election Voter Guide Primaries are tough! There’s a huge number of candidates, many of whom have very little information written about them. This year, our chapter and Future Left teamed up to pool our research and analysis for these rac…
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February 6, 2020 at 10:32 PM

They’re scared of us. They should be.

Friend -- The Iowa Caucus was a fiasco. But an indelible truth emerged: our socialist movement is mighty.  The working class is realizing its power, and the oligarchs are terrified because every time we knock a door, every time we have an organizing conversation, every time we sig…
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January 24, 2020 at 10:00 PM

Moving forward in 2020

NationBuilder Friend, Canvass For Bernie We are in a great position to win this race. The polls look good and our organization is strong, but we must remember that we cannot be complacent: join us in our canvasses throughout Los Angeles every weekend until March 3rd.    Get I…
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January 18, 2020 at 9:10 PM

Organizing For All Workplan Draft - For Membership Review

Friend -- At the DSA-LA convention on October 19, 2019, the DSA-LA general assembly endorsed a resolution titled “Organizing for All.” The resolution called for the chapter to improve “DSA-LA’s internal capacity to engage and develop a membership that reflects the working class of …
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January 14, 2020 at 5:00 PM

Moving forward in 2020

NationBuilder Friend, Canvass For Bernie   Right now is our opportunity to change the course of history. Bernie Sanders is surging in important polls across the country, but we can’t be complacent: join us in our canvasses throughout Los Angeles every weekend until March 3rd.…
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January 1, 2020 at 1:54 AM

What we accomplished in 2019

NationBuilder Friend, Bernie Sanders is on track to win the Democratic presidential primary in California. The most exciting politicians in the country: Sanders, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Rashida Tlaib, and others, are all associated with our national organization. And 2019 w…
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December 23, 2019 at 4:36 AM

Congratulations to the DSA-LA 2020 Steering Committee and Branch Coordinators!

NationBuilder Friend -- The DSA-LA Local Officer election for the 2020 Steering Committee and Branch Officers has completed and the results are in. We had 164 people vote in this election. From your Nominations Committee, thank you to everyone who helped make this election ha…
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December 20, 2019 at 11:04 PM

Nithya Raman for City Council Dist 4 + Vote for Steering

NationBuilder Friend, As 2019 comes to a close, DSA-LA resolves to double down on its commitment to envision and work towards a transformative politics that'll shift power from capital to people.  Already in recent months, our members have been hitting the streets, phones, an…
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December 13, 2019 at 10:38 PM

DSA-LA 2020 Steering Committee and Branch Coordinator Candidates

NationBuilder Friend -- Every year, DSA-LA comes together to vote for a new Steering Committee, Branch Coordinators and YDSA Coordinator to help lead the chapter. That time is now, with ballots going out to members on Saturday, December 14th and closing on Sunday, December 21…
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December 12, 2019 at 6:15 AM

Bernie Events, Kickbacks, Strike Support, and Local-wide Votes & Elections

NationBuilder Friend -- It's getting cold, but things are heating up! We've got a jam-packed week and weekend filled with campaigns and events. We hope you join us!   Submit Candidacy for DSA-LA Steering At-Large The candidacy filing period for the Steering Committee…
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December 8, 2019 at 11:01 PM

Update Regarding Local Office Elections & Nithya Raman Endorsement and Office Space Proposal

NationBuilder Friend -- We are in the midst of Local Officer elections for our chapter and have some important updates and changes to share with you: Several candidates for Steering Committee At-Large have chosen to withdraw their candidacy for a variety of reasons. There now…
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December 6, 2019 at 1:51 AM

2020 DSA-LA Steering Committee and Branch Coordinator Candidates

NationBuilder Friend -- Every year, DSA-LA comes together to vote for a new Steering Committee, Branch Coordinators and YDSA Coordinator to help lead the chapter. That time is now, with ballots going out to members on Sunday, December 8th.? There have been no candidate submi…
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December 4, 2019 at 11:56 PM

Last Call: Candidates for Steering Committee, Branch Coordinators

NationBuilder Friend, The deadline to submit your candidacy to be on the next DSA-LA Steering Committee, or to be a Branch Coordinator in your local DSA-LA branch is tonight at midnight. CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR CANDIDACY. The Steering Committee consists of six at large memb…
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November 29, 2019 at 3:03 PM

DSA-LA Steering Committee and Branch Coordinator Elections!

NationBuilder Friend -- It’s time to elect a new leadership body! In December, DSA Los Angeles will be holding elections for the next Steering Committee and Branch Coordinator terms, which begin in January 2020. The candidate filing period is officially open -- you can submi…