Ina Padua · [email protected]

December 11, 2019 at 7:16 PM

Reclaiming DC in 2020!

That's why we bring people together. Dear Friend, Right now, 50+ members of the Reclaim Rent Control campaign are coming together to learn from the powerful stories from the New York state rent control campaign that won big in June. We are building a powerful campaign to win…

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  Nikko Bilitza · [email protected]

December 10, 2019 at 6:23 PM

Thursday: Fill the Room for WMATA Board Meeting

Dear Friend, Today marks the 49th day on strike for ATU Local 689 bus drivers employed by Transdev at WMATA's Cinder Bed Road garage. So far Transdev has refused to bargain a fair contract but workers have stood strong in their demand for equal pay for equal work. WMATA has t…

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  Nikko Bilitza · [email protected]

December 10, 2019 at 6:23 PM

Thursday: Fill the Room for WMATA Board Meeting

Dear John, Today marks the 49th day on strike for ATU Local 689 bus drivers employed by Transdev at WMATA's Cinder Bed Road garage. So far Transdev has refused to bargain a fair contract but workers have stood strong in their demand for equal pay for equal work. WMATA has the…

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  Nikko Bilitza · [email protected]

December 9, 2019 at 6:43 PM

Tomorrow @ 6:30 PM: Wage Theft Training for Workers and Organizers

Dear John, At the start of July next year the minimum wage will finally reach $15 an hour. This is an amazing victory for working people and the result of years of organizing by workers and their allies. Unfortunately all too many workers are not being paid the current minimu…

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  Nikko Bilitza · [email protected]

December 6, 2019 at 2:41 PM

Next Tuesday: Wage Theft Training for Workers and Organizers

Dear Friend, Wage theft is hurting our communities and its time for all of us to learn how to fight back. Come join us on Tuesday, December 10th for a training on how to identify different forms of wage theft using pay stubs. This training is great for all workers and organiz…

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  Nikko Bilitza · [email protected]

December 6, 2019 at 2:40 PM

Next Tuesday: Wage Theft Training for Workers and Organizers

Dear John, Wage theft is hurting our communities and its time for all of us to learn how to fight back. Come join us on Tuesday, December 10th for a training on how to identify different forms of wage theft using pay stubs. This training is great for all workers and organizer…

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  DC Jobs With Justice · [email protected]

December 5, 2019 at 8:39 PM

the heat is on

That's why we bring people together. Dear Friend, The days are getting colder, but we're keeping the fires hot at DC JWJ! Please give to support our work. 🔥 We're keeping the heat on WMATA and Transdev to end the strike at Cinder Bed Road 🔥 We're bringing down organizers from…

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  Nikko Bilitza · [email protected]

December 2, 2019 at 7:11 PM

Help Catch Wage Theft in DC 🕵️

Dear Friend, Across the country workers and their families are being robbed by their employers. One study from the Economic Policy Institute found that employers steal $15 billion a year from workers by paying less than the minimum wage. Here in DC workers have fought hard t…

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  DC Jobs With Justice · [email protected]

November 27, 2019 at 4:22 PM

Please ThanksGIVING to the Cinder Bed Strike Fund

Thanksgiving day is day 36 of the strike Dear John, Thanksgiving Day will be Day 36 on strike for Cinder Bed Road strikers. These 120 members of ATU 689 have been on strike fighting for fair pay and benefits that simply matches the workers in the rest of the WMATA system. T…

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  Nikko Bilitza · [email protected]

November 25, 2019 at 3:58 PM

Airport Solidarity Action Tomorrow @ 5 PM

Dear John, This Thanksgiving we are thankful for union workers who risk it all on the picket line to take a stand for their communities and families. Today we're bringing you two solidarity actions to show your appreciation for their courage. Join UNITE HERE Local 23 to t…

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  Nikko Bilitza · [email protected]

November 25, 2019 at 3:58 PM

Airport Solidarity Action Tomorrow @ 5 PM

Dear Friend, This Thanksgiving we are thankful for union workers who risk it all on the picket line to take a stand for their communities and families. Today we're bringing you two solidarity actions to show your appreciation for their courage. Join UNITE HERE Local 23 to…

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  DC Jobs With Justice · [email protected]

November 21, 2019 at 7:43 PM

VIDEO: WMATA board disruption in solidarity with Cinder Bed Road workers

Dear John, Today, DC Jobs With Justice got loud in solidarity with the striking ATU 689 members at Cinder Bed Road. At today's WMATA board meeting, Cinder Bed Road drivers took their concerns directly to Paul Wiedefeldand the whole WMATA board. Workers called on them to use th…

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  DC Jobs With Justice · [email protected]

November 21, 2019 at 7:43 PM

VIDEO: WMATA board disruption in solidarity with Cinder Bed Road workers

Dear Friend, Today, DC Jobs With Justice got loud in solidarity with the striking ATU 689 members at Cinder Bed Road. At today's WMATA board meeting, Cinder Bed Road drivers took their concerns directly to Paul Wiedefeldand the whole WMATA board. Workers called on them to use …

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  Nikko Bilitza · [email protected]

November 19, 2019 at 4:43 PM

This Thursday ➡️ Show up for Transit Workers

Dear Friend, On October 24th at 3 AM 120 Metrobus drivers employed by private contractor Transdev went on strike. For the last 26 days workers have put their livelihoods on the line to take a stand against privatization and corporate greed. The strikers demands are simple, t…

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  Nikko Bilitza · [email protected]

November 19, 2019 at 4:43 PM

This Thursday ➡️ Show up for Transit Workers

Dear John, On October 24th at 3 AM 120 Metrobus drivers employed by private contractor Transdev went on strike. For the last 26 days workers have put their livelihoods on the line to take a stand against privatization and corporate greed. The strikers demands are simple, the…

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  Nikko Bilitza · [email protected]

November 15, 2019 at 1:30 PM

🚨🚨 PICKET LINE ALERT 🚨🚨

Dear Friend, Almost 4 weeks ago Metrobus drivers at WMATA’s Cinder Bed Road bus garage in Lorton, Virginia, went on strike. Like most Metro workers, they are union members of ATU Local 689. Unlike most Metro workers, they are employed by a private contractor, Transdev and ar…

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  Ina Padua · [email protected]

November 12, 2019 at 5:36 PM

Have You Signed Up Yet?

Dear Friend, DC is in the middle of an affordable housing crisis, we can't just renew rent control, we must expand and strengthen it! Sign up today to testify at tomorrow's hearing on rent control. Together we are going to demand more than the status quo! Testify to Protect a…

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  Ina Padua · [email protected]

November 12, 2019 at 5:36 PM

Have You Signed Up Yet?

Dear John, DC is in the middle of an affordable housing crisis, we can't just renew rent control, we must expand and strengthen it! Sign up today to testify at tomorrow's hearing on rent control. Together we are going to demand more than the status quo! Testify to Protect and…

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  Nikko Bilitza · [email protected]

November 8, 2019 at 7:53 PM

👾 Boss Battle 👾

Dear John, You don't need an expensive console to battle some bosses this weekend. Join us out on the streets for two action packed solidarity asks this weekend. TONIGHT: Leaflet Metro Stops About the Metrobus Strike Metrobus drivers at Cinder Bed Road Bus Garage have be…

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  Nikko Bilitza · [email protected]

November 8, 2019 at 7:53 PM

👾 Boss Battle 👾

Dear Friend, You don't need an expensive console to battle some bosses this weekend. Join us out on the streets for two action packed solidarity asks this weekend. TONIGHT: Leaflet Metro Stops About the Metrobus Strike Metrobus drivers at Cinder Bed Road Bus Garage have …

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  Ina Padua · [email protected]

November 7, 2019 at 7:04 PM

Demand More Than the Status Quo.

Dear John, This coming Wednesday the DC Council will hold its first hearing about rent control in this legislative session. Can you join us in testifying for stronger and expanded rent control? This hearing is about preserving the status quo, simply reauthorizing rent control…

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  Ina Padua · [email protected]

November 7, 2019 at 7:04 PM

Demand More Than the Status Quo.

Dear Friend, This coming Wednesday the DC Council will hold its first hearing about rent control in this legislative session. Can you join us in testifying for stronger and expanded rent control? This hearing is about preserving the status quo, simply reauthorizing rent contr…

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  Nikko Bilitza · [email protected]

November 6, 2019 at 1:30 PM

TODAY @ 12 PM: Rally with Striking Transit Workers!

Dear John, Metrobus drivers employed by private contractor Transdev have been on strike for nearly 3 weeks! WMATA hired Transdev to lower costs on the backs of workers and unsurprisingly they have refused to negotiate a fair contract, forcing drivers to go on strike. We must…

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  Nikko Bilitza · [email protected]

November 6, 2019 at 1:30 PM

TODAY @ 12 PM: Rally with Striking Transit Workers!

Dear Friend, Metrobus drivers employed by private contractor Transdev have been on strike for nearly 3 weeks! WMATA hired Transdev to lower costs on the backs of workers and unsurprisingly they have refused to negotiate a fair contract, forcing drivers to go on strike. We mu…

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  Ina Padua · [email protected]

November 5, 2019 at 6:05 PM

NOV 13th: ​Testify for Rent Control

Dear John, Next Wednesday the DC Council will hold its first hearing about rent control in this legislative session. We need you to join us at the Wilson Building and testify for for stronger and expanded rent control. Testify to Protect and Strengthen Rent Control! WHEN: We…

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  Ina Padua · [email protected]

November 5, 2019 at 6:05 PM

NOV 13th: ​Testify for Rent Control

Dear Friend, Next Wednesday the DC Council will hold its first hearing about rent control in this legislative session. We need you to join us at the Wilson Building and testify for for stronger and expanded rent control. Testify to Protect and Strengthen Rent Control! WHEN: …

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  Nikko Bilitza · [email protected]

November 4, 2019 at 5:17 PM

This Wednesday @ 12 PM: Show up for Transit Workers!

Dear Friend, Metrobus drivers at WMATA’s privatized Cinder Bed facility are entering their third week on strike, the first Metrobus strike in 41 years. Thousands of bus riders have been left stranded, because the private contractor WMATA hired to lower costs on the backs of …

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  Nikko Bilitza · [email protected]

November 4, 2019 at 5:17 PM

This Wednesday @ 12 PM: Show up for Transit Workers!

Dear John, Metrobus drivers at WMATA’s privatized Cinder Bed facility are entering their third week on strike, the first Metrobus strike in 41 years. Thousands of bus riders have been left stranded, because the private contractor WMATA hired to lower costs on the backs of wo…

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  Ina Padua · [email protected]

October 31, 2019 at 6:46 PM

CORRECTION: NOV 13th: ​Speak up for Rent Control!

*CORRECTION: The original version of the email below mistakenly listed NOV 12th in the subject line instead of the correct date November 13th.* Dear John, Thank you to everyone who joined us for last Saturday's Rally to Reclaim Rent Control! We demonstrated our power and sh…

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  Ina Padua · [email protected]

October 31, 2019 at 6:35 PM

NOV 13th: ​Speak up for Rent Control!

Dear Friend, Thank you to everyone who joined us for last Saturday's Rally to Reclaim Rent Control! We demonstrated our power and showed the DC Council that we demand action on the affordable housing crisis! In a little under two weeks the Council will hold its first heari…

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  Ina Padua · [email protected]

October 31, 2019 at 6:16 PM

NOV 12th: ​Speak up for Rent Control!

Dear John, Thank you to everyone who joined us for last Saturday's Rally to Reclaim Rent Control! We demonstrated our power and showed the DC Council that we demand action on the affordable housing crisis! In a little under two weeks the Council will hold its first hearing…

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  Sequnely Gray · [email protected]

October 30, 2019 at 8:01 PM

Jobs With Justice Organizing and Leadership Training Program

Dear John, Build your skills as a powerful organizer! DC JWJ is recruiting organizers, activists, and community leaders to attend our organizing and leadership training. This training will take place from Friday, Nov 15th to Sunday, Nov 17th. This is an all day training fo…

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  Sequnely Gray · [email protected]

October 30, 2019 at 8:01 PM

Jobs With Justice Organizing and Leadership Training Program

Dear Friend, Build your skills as a powerful organizer! DC JWJ is recruiting organizers, activists, and community leaders to attend our organizing and leadership training. This training will take place from Friday, Nov 15th to Sunday, Nov 17th. This is an all day training …

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  Sequnely Gray · [email protected]

October 28, 2019 at 5:27 PM

TONIGHT in Columbia Heights: Safety Beyond Policing

Dear Friend, Join organizers and advocates from across DC tonight for a conversation on what it means to feel safe. Together we will build a vision of safety that isn't just about more policing but about community safety and investment in our families and neighborhoods. Free…

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  Sequnely Gray · [email protected]

October 28, 2019 at 5:27 PM

TONIGHT in Columbia Heights: Safety Beyond Policing

Dear John, Join organizers and advocates from across DC tonight for a conversation on what it means to feel safe. Together we will build a vision of safety that isn't just about more policing but about community safety and investment in our families and neighborhoods. Free d…

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  Elizabeth Falcon · [email protected]

October 24, 2019 at 4:33 PM

Back into Action

Dear John, Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2019 I'll Be There Awards! It was great to see so many talented organizers, advocates, and leaders all in one room. We can't wait to do it again next year! Be sure to check out pictures from the Awards on Facebook. Now w…

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  Elizabeth Falcon · [email protected]

October 24, 2019 at 4:33 PM

Back into Action

Dear Friend, Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2019 I'll Be There Awards! It was great to see so many talented organizers, advocates, and leaders all in one room. We can't wait to do it again next year! Be sure to check out pictures from the Awards on Facebook. Now…

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  Sequnely Gray · [email protected]

October 23, 2019 at 3:42 PM

A Crisis of Community and Police Violence

Dear John, We can't stand by any longer while our youth suffer from police and community violence. The solution is simple: we must build a vision of safety that isn't just about more policing but about community safety and investment in our families and neighborhoods. Can y…

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  Sequnely Gray · [email protected]

October 23, 2019 at 3:42 PM

A Crisis of Community and Police Violence

Dear Friend, We can't stand by any longer while our youth suffer from police and community violence. The solution is simple: we must build a vision of safety that isn't just about more policing but about community safety and investment in our families and neighborhoods. Can…

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  Ina Padua · [email protected]

October 22, 2019 at 4:08 PM

🔜 This Saturday: Reclaim Rent Control!

October 26 at 3:00 in Mount Pleasant Dear Friend, DC can't afford to continue going down the path of displacement and gentrification. That is why organizers, tenants, and advocates from all across the city have joined together to  expand and strengthen rent control in the Di…

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  Ina Padua · [email protected]

October 22, 2019 at 4:08 PM

🔜 This Saturday: Reclaim Rent Control!

October 26 at 3:00 in Mount Pleasant Dear John, DC can't afford to continue going down the path of displacement and gentrification. That is why organizers, tenants, and advocates from all across the city have joined together to  expand and strengthen rent control in the Dist…

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  Elizabeth Falcon · [email protected]

October 19, 2019 at 3:45 PM

It's time to reclaim rent control

October 26 at 3:00 in Mount Pleasant Dear John, As you know, it keeps getting more and more expensive to live in DC. Families struggle to find a place to stay, new shiny apartments built for the elite are popping up across the District, and working people are getting pushed ou…

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  Elizabeth Falcon · [email protected]

October 19, 2019 at 3:45 PM

It's time to reclaim rent control

October 26 at 3:00 in Mount Pleasant Dear Friend, As you know, it keeps getting more and more expensive to live in DC. Families struggle to find a place to stay, new shiny apartments built for the elite are popping up across the District, and working people are getting pushed …

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  Elizabeth Falcon · [email protected]

October 15, 2019 at 3:45 PM

have you appreciated an organizer today?

Thursday's I'll Be There Awards Dear John, Each year, DC Jobs With Justice celebrates and recognizes the great work of organizers across DC at the I'll Be There Awards. This year, we're so proud of the awesome work done by organizers across the District, that we will be givi…

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  Elizabeth Falcon · [email protected]

October 15, 2019 at 3:45 PM

what makes you proud?

Thursday's I'll Be There Awards Dear Friend, Each year, DC Jobs With Justice celebrates and recognizes the great work of organizers across DC at the I'll Be There Awards. This year, we're so proud of the awesome work done by organizers across the District, that we will be gi…

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  Elizabeth Falcon · [email protected]

October 14, 2019 at 2:24 PM

Friend, what are you doing this Thursday?

I'll Be There Awards this week! Dear Friend, We are ready to celebrate with you this Thursday at the I’ll Be There Awards! Do you have your ticket? Get your ticket before it's too late! This Thursday, October 17th 5:30 - 8:00 PM All Souls Church, 1500 Harvard St NW, …

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  Elizabeth Falcon · [email protected]

October 14, 2019 at 2:24 PM

John, Will You Be There this Thursday?

I'll Be There Awards this week! Dear John, We are ready to celebrate with you this Thursday at the I’ll Be There Awards! Do you have your ticket? Get your ticket before it's too late! This Thursday, October 17th 5:30 - 8:00 PM All Souls Church, 1500 Harvard St NW, Wa…

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  Ina Padua · [email protected]

October 11, 2019 at 12:02 PM

Tomorrow: Canvass for Rent Control in Mt. Pleasant

Dear John, Enough is enough! We need better rent control in DC. The DC Rent Control Coalition is launching a rally on October 26th to Reclaim Rent Control! We are looking for volunteers to go out to Mt. Pleasant this Saturday to help build a crowd for the October 26th launch …

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  Ina Padua · [email protected]

October 11, 2019 at 12:01 PM

Tomorrow: Canvass for Rent Control in Mt. Pleasant

Dear Friend, Enough is enough! We need better rent control in DC. The DC Rent Control Coalition is launching a rally on October 26th to Reclaim Rent Control! We are looking for volunteers to go out to Mt. Pleasant this Saturday to help build a crowd for the October 26th launc…

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  Elizabeth Falcon · [email protected]

October 10, 2019 at 2:18 PM

Next Week: A Party You Don't Want to Miss!🎈🎟️ 🎈

Dear Friend, What are you doing next Thursday? We hope the answer is joining us for our annual celebration: the I'll Be There Awards. It'll be a night of fun, music, and celebration that you don't want to miss! Thursday, October 17th 5:30 - 8:00 PM All Souls Church, 1500 H…

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