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Activist
San Diego Monthly Meeting Second Monday of
the month, 7pm NEW LOCATION - Joyce
Beers Community Center, 1090 Vermont, one block north
of University, next to Trader Joe's Hillcrest Shopping
Center 619-528-8383. Everyone welcome Please join us |
| War
on Democracy - get involved
Last
Saturday Activist San Diego hosted an event with Terry
Paupp, author of “Exodus from Empire”. We
heard an incisive analysis of corporate and military
power run amuck - as a political class has exerted its
dominance over the world at the expense of the vast
majority of humanity. The enthusiastic audience was
also inspired by the discussion of a foreign policy
based on peace, equality and non-exploitation. Terry’s
book helps define what our long-range goals are in a
new society based on social justice.
We
continue this discussion this coming Friday at 7 pm
with the showing of the film
“War on Democracy”
Then
on Monday,
June 9th ASD’s General Meeting will creatively
engage you in a dialogue about the “Obama Phenomena:
Will it help or hinder the building of a social justice
movement?” You will not want to miss this!
At
that same meeting we want you to bring your thoughts
about how to continue to challenge the right of Blackwater
to “train” young recruits and law enforcement
personnel after it broke the law in Iraq and New Orleans
and tramples human rights everywhere it goes. Will we
allow Blackwater to become entrenched on the border
between the US and Mexico? Bring your ideas and energy.
Please
go out and vote on June 3rd and get others to vote consciously,
then join ASD and other social justice organizations
in exercising democracy through grassroots action and
public advocacy.
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your car and other items. As a bonus you get progressive
satisfaction and a healthy tax deduction! Call us at
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| "Her
fingerprints have been all over countless decisions"
--
Rep. Nick Rahall, D-W. Va., chairman of the House Natural
Resources Committee refering to former Interior Department
official Julie MacDonald, saying decisions concerning
the California tiger salamander, Sacramento splittail
and other species exemplified a pattern of interference…
www.mcclatchydc.com
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A
United Nations investigator [Philip Alston] released
a preliminary report last week citing widespread civilian
deaths in Afghanistan, often at the hands of unaccountable
units led by the CIA or other foreign intelligence agencies...
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CIA
death squads killing with "impunity" in
Afghanistan. By Joe Kay, 19 May 2008
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| FRIDAY,
JUNE 6, 7:30PM: The War on Democracy. John Pilger's
first major film for the cinema - in a career that has
produced more than 55 television documentaries. Set
in Latin America and the US, it explores the historic
and current relationship of Washington with countries
such as Venezuela, Bolivia and Chile. Archival footage
demonstrates how democracy has been wiped out in country
after country in Latin America since the 1950's. Joyce
Beers Community Center 1090 Vermont, one block north
of University, next to Trader Joe's Hillcrest Shopping
Center. * please park in Ralph’s underground parking.
Wheelchair Accessible. Free/ Donations accepted. More
Info
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TUESDAY,
JUNE 10, 7PM: Jeremy Scahill speaks on Blackwater at
Unitarian Universalist Church, 4190 Front Street, San
Diego $5-10 Donation requested / no one will be turned
away. Scahill will have a new presentation on Blackwater
with a critique of the U. S. media, saying that the
role of Blackwater as an unaccountable combat force
not only abroad but in the U. S. as well is just one
of many stories that aren’t being covered properly
in the mainstream press. More
Info
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TUESDAY,
JUNE 17, 7PM: Voices of Women will present "Women's
Rights Are Human Rights" at Joan B. Kroc Institute
for Peace & Justice. Featuring a panel of speakers
who will address their country's policy on human rights
and justice for women. The presentations will be interspersed
with dramatic readings by San Diego actors. There will
be no charge for the event, however, we will be seeking
funds for our ongoing project in Afghanistan and organizations
associated with our speakers. More
Info
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| TUESDAY,
JUNE 3, 7PM: Abu Ghraib- Standard Operating Procedure;
Philip Gourevitch award-winning journalist and editor
of The Paris Review, provides a searing account, based
on hundreds of hours of first-hand interviews with the
American soldiers who worked as jailers in Saddam Hussein's
dungeons at Abu Ghraib, showing how they became both
the instruments of, and the victims of, a great injustice,
and in the process of dehumanizing their prisoners,
they too became dehumanized. Note location: Neurosciences
Institute, 10640 John Jay Hopkins Dr., La Jolla. More
Info
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WEDNESDAY,
JUNE 4, 7PM: The Middle East Cultural and Information
Center invites you to a teach in - 60 years of Al Nakba,
The destruction of Palestine. What happened, How this
relates to the region today, & Why you should care!
Featuring: Dr. Ahlam Muhtaseb, Communication Studies
Department California State University, San Bernardino.
The Balboa Park Club - Santa Fe Room in Balboa Park.
More
Info
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FRIDAY,
JUNE 6, 7:30PM: The War on Democracy. John Pilger's
first major film for the cinema - in a career that has
produced more than 55 television documentaries. Set
in Latin America and the US, it explores the historic
and current relationship of Washington with countries
such as Venezuela, Bolivia and Chile. Archival footage
demonstrates how democracy has been wiped out in country
after country in Latin America since the 1950's. Joyce
Beers Community Center 1090 Vermont, one block north
of University, next to Trader Joe's Hillcrest Shopping
Center. * please park in Ralph’s underground parking.
Wheelchair Accessible. Free/ Donations accepted. More
Info
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ONGOING EVENTS
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Malcolm
X Library programs in June. More
Info
“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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TUESDAY,
JUNE 10, 7PM: Jeremy Scahill speaks on Blackwater at
Unitarian Universalist Church, 4190 Front Street, San
Diego $5-10 Donation requested / no one will be turned
away. Scahill will have a new presentation on Blackwater
with a critique of the U. S. media, saying that the
role of Blackwater as an unaccountable combat force
not only abroad but in the U. S. as well is just one
of many stories that aren’t being covered properly
in the mainstream press. More
Info
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SATURDAY,
JUNE 14, 11AM: San Diego Juneteenth Celebration. Market
Creek Plaza 310 Euclid Avenue, San Diego. Free event
features African drumming and dancing, gospel performances,
live bands, a step show, a hip hop and freestyle dance
battle, kids activities, community resource booths,
and refreshment vendors. The day will be centered around
empowering the community, reclaiming unity, and respecting
life. More
Info
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TUESDAY,
JUNE 17, 7PM: Voices of Women will present "Women's
Rights Are Human Rights" at Joan B. Kroc Institute
for Peace & Justice. Featuring a panel of speakers
who will address their country's policy on human rights
and justice for women. The presentations will be interspersed
with dramatic readings by San Diego actors. There will
be no charge for the event, however, we will be seeking
funds for our ongoing project in Afghanistan and organizations
associated with our speakers. More
Info
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JUNE
27-28. 2008: Sabeel San Diego Peacebuilding Conference:
Telling the Truth: Prospects for a Just Peace In Palestine
and Israel. The purpose of this conference is to educate
North American Christians, Jews, and Muslims on how
to support a just peace in the Holy Land based on a
two-state solution in Palestine and Israel—as
defined by international law and existing United Nations
resolutions. Location: Joan Kroc Institute for Peace
and Justice, University of San Diego. More
Info
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MAY
25 - JUNE 4TH: Happy Songs About The War. Debut is less
than a month away! There are still tix available. More
Info www.happysongsaboutthewar.com
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SUNDAY,
JUNE 8, 6PM: Vicki Barbolak: 2007 Winner of "America’s
Funniest Mom", coming to San Diego @ Sews and Shows
Community Theatre 7860 Golden Ave., Lemon Grove. Writer
for Rosanne Barr, Headliner for Wild Girls of Comedy
Tour", Headliner in Atlantic City & Las Vegas,
Winner of Jenny Jones "Comedy Divas", Opening
act for Carlos Mencia, recently filmed movie with Joe
Rogan. More
Info
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ONGOING EVENTS
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| Announcements
/ Workshops
Activist
San Diego INTERNSHIP AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES - Call
now 619-528-8383. During the summer and fall of 2008
ASD has several projects we need help organizing. o
Volunteer Coordinator or volunteer Outreach Assistants.
o Grant Coordinator or Assistant Grant writer. o ASD
Office and/or Phone manager. o Phonebanking Coordinator
or Assistant Coordinator. o Event Coordinator or Events
Assistant Coordinator. o Building and construction assistants
at the Activist Center. o Activist Film Series Coordinator
or Assistant Coordinator. o Stop Blackwater Campaign
Coordinator or Assistant. o Website designers and graphic
artists. o E-newsletter Editor and Assistant Coordinator.
o Youth organizing (call to discuss) ASD will also host
a Jan. 2009 People's Ball, a Gala alternative inaugural
event. many opportunites (call to discuss). For Building
ASD’s new Community FM Radio Station. o Radio
Project Outreach. o Radio Technician (To help with antenna,
microwave, and studio). o Radio Legal Coordinator o
PR and Press Coordinator. LOCATION: ASD’s office
is located at 4246 Wightman St, San Diego. Contact us
at (619) 528-8383 or info@ActivistSanDiego.org. More
Info
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TUESDAY,
JUNE 24-29th: Chicana/o Youth Leadership Camp is free
- 13th Annual CYLC is held annually at San Diego State
Univerity. Housing is provided for students at the residence
halls and are exposed to day to day campus life. Residential
advisors, who are trained university students, provide
supervision, mentorship, and guidance throughout the
camp process. More
Info
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SATURDAY,
JUNE 28: Annual Work-A-Thon For Social Justice to help
construct the new Friends Center, an exciting project
that combines environmentalism, peace activism and social
justice organizing. The Friends Center is a collaborative
project between the Peace Resource Center, Church of
the Brethren, San Diego Friends Meeting (Quakers) and
American Friends Service Committee. More
Info
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IFCO/Pastors
for Peace Caravan to Cuba. In June/July 2008 14 different
routes of the Pastors for Peace Caravan to Cuba will
be on the road visiting more than 120 US and Canadian
cities, (including San Diego). We will travel in school
buses, trucks, and cars to Cuba via Mexico with medical
and educational supplies collected from groups across
the US and Canada as a collective challenge to the inhuman
and immoral US blockade and travel ban. This year’s
caravan will also host our second Hiphop Without Borders
Exchange We will take many hiphop artists to participate
in an international hiphop festival, as well as carrying
turntables, keyboards and other musical equipment to
support Cuban hiphop. More
Info
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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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MISCELLANEOUS
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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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