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-- Vice President Dick Cheney

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Vote, Activist Film Series, Gaza, & March 15th peace rally

Voting is one of the fronts on which social justice activists engage to affect change in the community, nation and the world around us. Activist San Diego calls on the couple of thousand people who subscribe to this newsletter to do everything possible to put progressive agenda into the public discourse. VOTE, monitor the vote, get others to vote involved, phone bank or do whatever to participate. The coming 6 months will decide if we slide back or swing the pendulum forward full force.

The Activist Film Series begins again: Favela Rising, a compelling story of Brazilian resilience, was the first of ASD’s 2008 series. We are off to a wonderful start. The 1st Friday of every month we invite you to join us for stimulating cinema and discussion. Have ideas for films? Please call or email us: info@ActivistSanDiego.org

At the next ASD General meeting on Mon. February 11th we will show ”The Gaza Strip”. Come hear our Special Guest: Nasser Barghouti, President of the ADC. Note- new location – Joyce Beers. Also learn about March 15th - the 5th anniversary of the war. In San Diego we will have a march and peace rally in City Heights and connect how war for empire affects grassroots communities of working people. We invite you to canvas the neighborhood and take the peace movement to new constituencies. Call 619-528-8383 for info. And to get fliers to distribute.

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DONATED CARS HELP MOVE ACTIVISM FORWARD! Please donate your car and other items. As a bonus you get progressive satisfaction and a healthy tax deduction! Call us at 619-528-8383

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Exxon earns $1,300 a second in '07; posts record profit of $40.6 billion. Exxon's record fourth-quarter profit helped push the company to a new annual best, with earnings of $11.66 billion, topping the previous record, set in the fourth quarter of 2005, when the company saw earnings of $10.71 billion.

-- Exxon Mobil's 2007 net income of $40.61 billion sets new record for U. S. company 01 Feb 2008

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Farmworkers who pick tomatoes for Burger King earn 40 to 50 cents for every 32-pound bucket of tomatoes they pick, a rate that has not risen significantly in nearly 30 years. Workers who labor from dawn to dusk must pick two tons of tomatoes to earn $50 in one day. Recently, McDonald's and others have agreed to higher wages for these workers, but Burger King has not.

-- Tell Burger King to improve farmworker wages

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MONDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 7PM: ASD General Meeting on GAZA STRIP (film & speaker). Activist San Diego Presents Gaza Strip a documentary, with Special Guest: Nasser Barghouti. President, American Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee, San Diego. Meeting is open to all. Discussion to follow screening. Other Topics: How to expand the Activist Film Series Community Outreach for the March 15th peace rally. NEW LOCATION - Joyce Beers Community Center, 1090 Vermont, one block north of University, next to Trader Joe's Hillcrest Shopping Center, San Diego. * please park in Ralph underground parking lot. Everyone Welcome, bring a friend. More Info

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 7PM: Cocktails for Choice at Bourbon Street at 4612 Park Boulevard in University Heights. Join us to support Planned Parenthood's local services and programs while enjoying catering by Lei Lounge, DJ Beasley, and exclusive access to bars! Tickets are $15.00 before Feb. 1st and $20.00 after 5:00 p. m. Feb. 1st and at the door. More Info

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FRIDAY FEBRUARY 8, 6.30PM: Forum/Panel Discussion on Health Issues Related to Bhopal Disaster with Aquene Freechild and Diane Takvorian. Learn about Bhopal and the health tragedy and how San Diego's environmental health issues are related to Bhopal. Leichtag Building, Seminar Room # 107 (First floor) UCSD. Please Carpool. In Bhopal suffer from horrific deformities, still affected by Union Carbide/Dow's pesticide poisons. People are forced to drink contaminated water. More than 25,000 people are dead and over a 100, 000 still suffer from chronic diseases of the lung, brain, eye and other systems. More Info

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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 4PM: Debunking 9/11 Debunking: An Answer to Popular Mechanics, special guest speaker Dr. David Ray Griffin. First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Diego 4190 Front St., San Diego. Professor David Ray Griffin is considered by many the most respected leader of the national movement that is calling for a new investigation into the events of 9/11. Dr. Griffin’s talk will focus on the Popular Mechanics book and its failure to rationally, scientifically, and honestly refute the evidence cited by the 9/11 truth movement. More Info

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“ENOUGH” PEACE AND IMPEACHMENT VIGILS ~ EVERY WEEK UNTIL THE IRAQ WAR ENDS. More Info

EVERY SUNDAY 3PM: Free Vegan Food at the North Park Community Park with San Diego Food Not Bombs. The North Park Community Park is located at the intersection of Oregon and Polk in North Park. More Info

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 6PM: Capitalism in Crisis--Recession in 2008? (ISO Public Meeting). City Heights Recreation Center • 4380 Landis Street (Two Blocks South of University on Fairmount Avenue) Meeting is in English with Spanish Translation Available. More Info

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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2PM: Celebration of Hope and Healing 2008. Survivors of Torture, International (SURVIVORS) hosts a special event, titled Celebration of Hope and Healing, in support of torture survivors in San Diego County at Joan B. Kroc Institute of Peace and Justice located on the University of San Diego Campus. More Info

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MARCH 7-9, 2008: “Peace-ing Communities Together”, a peace building conference for young adults. On March 7-9, 2008, the San Diego Council of Hostelling International USA will host “Peace-ing Communities Together”, a peace building conference for young adults (ages 18-29). Workshop topics include leadership, cross-cultural communication, and mediation, with a keynote address by Dr. Joyce Neu, Executive Director of the Joan Kroc Institute of Peace and Justice at the University of San Diego. Participants will also create a “Community Wall” mural in conjunction with the UN Association Art Miles project, and learn about opportunities to become involved with local peace building efforts. Where: House of Pacific Relations and International Cottages in Balboa Park. More Info

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MARCH 19, 2008: 5 YEARS TOO MANY. March 19, 2008: the 5th anniversary of the U. S. invasion of Iraq, the beginning of the 6th year of war and occupation, the 6th year of senseless death and massive destruction. United for Peace and Justice is calling for and supporting a set of activities on and around the 5th anniversary that will manifest the intensifying opposition to the war and help strengthen our movement. We invite you to work with us to ensure the success of these actions. March 13-16, Winter Soldier. March 19, Mass Nonviolent Civil Disobedience in Washington, DC. March 19, Local Actions Throughout the Country. More Info

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SATURDAY, APRIL 12, 2008: Association of Raza Educators (ARE) 2008 Conference held at Lincoln High School, San Diego. A. R. E. San Diego seeks to outreach at least 500 members of the educational community, including, teachers, counselors, parents, students, and so forth. The conference theme is “The Struggle for Social Justice In Education.” More Info

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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 7PM: FILM: Sicko (UCSD's Multi-Purpose Room). Michael Moore interviews Americans who have been denied treatment by our health care insurance that sacrifice essential health services in order to maximize profits. Always Free! Fridays @ 7:00pm. More Info

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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2PM: Centro Cultural de la raza in collaboration with the La Jolla Playhouse presents Salsalandia, a childrens play by Juan Felipe Herrera. Discussion and reception with Juan Felipe Herrera following play. Centro Cultural de la Raza 2125 Park Boulevard Balboa Park, San Diego. More Info

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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 7PM: Dance in America: Dancing in the Light. City Heights Performance Annex 3795 Fairmount Avenue, San Diego. The American Dance Festival presents Dancing in the Light, a one-hour dance program showcasing 6 historic dance compositions by African American choreographers: Asadata Dafora, Katherine Dunham, Talley Beaty, Bill T. Jones, Donald McKayle and Pearl Primus. This wonderful video will be followed by a breathtaking performance by 26 amazing performers of hip-hop, lyrical, jazz, house, krump, salsa and modern dance from L.A. and San Diego. The program is choreographed by G. Madison IV. Space is limited come early. Donation $5.00. More Info

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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 8PM: Roots Reggae Legend Luciano. CD Release Party and Live Performance at The WorldBeat Cultural Center 2100 Park Blvd., San Diego. All Ages. Plus Mikey General. More Info

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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 1PM: 91X Reggae Makossa Presents 5th Annual Bob Marley Day Celebration in Tijuana. Tribute to the Reggae Legends Alpha Blondy , Cultura Profetica Don Carlos ,Midnite Natural, Somos Unos, Astro Rumberos , DJ Carlos Culture Sene Africa, WorldBeat African Dancers and Drummers and more!! Venue: El Foro, Tijuana. AV. Revolucion #1500 Zona Centro, Tijuana, B. C. Mexico. More Info

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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 7PM: Film: The Way Home (UCSD Location TBA). The Way Home is the story of Sang-woo, a seven-year-old boy from the city and his deaf-mute, elderly grandmother who has spent all her life in a small rural village. This is a dramatic illustration of cultural clash between two generations. Always Free! Fridays @ 7:00pm. More Info

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MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 1PM: WorldBeat Cultural Center Presents Tribute to the Legends 2008. Alpha Blondy, Sly & Robbie, Capleton, Queen Ifrica, Barrington Levy, Gregory Isaacs, Midnite, Gentleman, Martin Campbell, Don Carlos, Cultura Profetica & Tribal Seeds. Venue: San Diego Sports Arena 3500 Sports Arena Blvd San Diego. More Info

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FEBRUARY 21 – MARCH 16, 2008: Permanent Collection: A play by Thomas Gibbons. Where: Mo`olelo at 10th Avenue Theatre 930 10th Avenue, San Diego (Downtown). Permanent Collection is the story of Sterling North - the African American Director of the Morris Foundation & Museum, and Paul Barrow - the Museum’s Caucasian Education Director. When their conflict over eight important pieces of African art is uncovered by a curious journalist, a complex and bitter clash erupts over race, representation, art and the role of the media. More Info

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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 7PM: The Centro Cultural de la Raza presents a Book Presentation and Signing with Authors Rita Sanchez, Isidro Ortiz, Maria Luz Ibarra, Emmanuelle LeTexier, Rudy Jacobo, Roberto Martinez and Richard Griswold del Castillo. The Mexican and Chicana/o residents of San Diego have a rich history that has been largely ignored. This book is the first attempt to tell that story. It is collection of essays that show how the Spanish-speaking people of this border city have created their own cultural spaces while struggling for social justice. Centro Cultural de la Raza 2125 Park Boulevard Balboa Park, San Diego. More Info

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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 7PM: FILM: Unprecedented: The 2000 Presidential Elections (UCSD’s Multi-Purpose Room). This is a riveting story about the battle for the Presidency in Florida and the undermining of democracy in America. Filmmakers Richard Ray Pérez and Joan Sekler examine modern America's most controversial political contest: the election of George W. Bush. 2005. Always Free! Fridays @ 7:00pm. More Info

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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 29, 7PM: FILM; All That Remains (UCSD's Multi-Purpose Room). This documentary explores the struggle and the peaceful resistance of the Bedouins of the Negev against policies that intend to strip them of their land and their way of life. Always Free! Fridays @ 7:00pm. More Info

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FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 7PM: FILM: “Burn” with Marlon Brando (UCSD location TBA). This film offers a striking look at colonization, slavery, and revolt in the Caribbean area, and the manipulation exercised by the economic powers upon each other. Always Free! Fridays @ 7:00pm. More Info

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FRIDAY, MARCH 14, 7PM: FILM; Chicano! (Episode One) in UCSD's Multi-Purpose Room. This film examines the events at Tierra Amarilla, NM, that sparked a national movement for social justice. It focuses on the 1967 struggle by Mexican Americans to regain ownership of New Mexico lands guaranteed them by the 1848 Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, and concludes with the Chicano Moratorium March against the Vietnam War held in East Los Angeles in 1970. More Info

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Announcements / Workshops

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 9AM: Plant Propagation and Habitat Restoration at Border Field State Park. Meet People, Have Fun, and Help the Environment! Join us for a unique opportunity to learn about riparian plant propagation while restoring wildlife habitat. In the final weeks before bird-nesting season, we really need your help to improve this area. Volunteers will remove invasive vegetation while small groups take turns working with the Reserve’s Stewardship Coordinator to learn about major riparian plants, take cuttings, and plant cuttings at the restoration site. The entire community is invited – community groups and families are welcome. More Info

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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, NOON: Housing Coalition Meeting. Tubman-Chavez Multicultural Center, Euclid & Market (southeast corner). Light refreshments will be available. Contributions to offset costs are welcomed or you may prefer to provide your own lunch. Paloma Aguirre from ACORN will report on the Foreclosure Crisis. She will bring two residents from South Bay who will testify how their lives have been affected by this crisis. More Info

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MARCH 13-16, 2008: Please join us for the 33rd Annual Association for Women in Psychology Conference. Hilton San Diego - Mission Valley. Expanding the Boundaries of Feminist Psychology: More Info

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ALTERNATE FOCUS BLACKWATER IN POTRERO DOCUMENTARY: In late 2006, Blackwater USA, now known as Blackwater Worldwide, submitted a proposal to build a training facility called Blackwater West in the rural San Diego County town of Potrero. This documentary tells the story of what followed. Features interviews with Jeremy Scahill, the author of Blackwater: the Rise of the World's Most Powerful Mercenary Army as well as Brian Bonfiglio, the vice president of Blackwater West; Gordon Hammers, Jan Hedlun, Mary Johnson, Jerry Johnson, and Thell Fowler of the Potrero Planning Board; Raymond Lutz of Citizens Oversight Committee; Rep. Bob Filner, and many others. Producer: Andy Trimlett; Associate Producers: John Odam and Aaron Seeley. Watch Online on Blip.tv or YouTube

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SDCPJ HIGH SCHOOL LEAFLETING PROJECT. The SD Coalition for peace and justice high school leafleting project is still looking for volunteers. Please reply to this e-mailsjagitator@ucsd.edu if you can join us with this special outreach to Latino students as they are heavily targeted by military recruiters. Help deny the military what they need most - young men and women to send to war or call me at 619-237-8870. More Info

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Peace Flags. Excellent for display or for Peace Rallies. Call 858.459.4650 or email TanjaWinter@ActivistSanDiego.org

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The Guerrero Azteca Project ~ www.guerreroazteca.org

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The GI Rights Hotline ~ girights.objector.org

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www.songofpeace.org ~ we are seeking to mobilize thousands of musicians to raise their voices for peace this coming March, which marks the fifth anniversary of the US invading Iraq

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Jiffy Lube caught on tape cheating customers out of services they paid for in 5 of 9 outlets! ~ Video of KNBC Ch. 4 TV under cover investigation:

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Michael Savage's Hate Speech Catches up with Him ~ nosavage.org

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