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"I believe that banking institutions are more dangerous
to our liberties than standing armies. Already they
have raised up a moneyed aristocracy that has set the
government at defiance. The issuing power should be
taken from the banks and restored to the people, to
whom it properly belongs."
--
Thomas Jefferson
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20th is the last day to register to vote. Do it today.
Barring
the usual fraud and voter disenfranchisement, in just
over two week the electorate will decide if a majority
of us have had enough of the current war machine, war
profiteering, economic crisis, racial inequality, religious
fundamentalism and imperial expansion. Well not quite,
but Nov. 4th is a referendum on the future direction
of our nation. No vote will change the nature of capitalism
and its mode of operation, but the opportunity for a
reverse swing of the pendulum, which has relentlessly
swung against the interests of working people, will
be registered. There appears to be a large sector of
the American people that are at last, fed up with monopoly,
power grabs, manipulation and deception.
Get
out and push the pendulum for the next couple of weeks
with all your might. And after Nov. 4th we must look
for venues to collectively reflect and strategize about
the future of our movement for social justice. How will
we bring in new constituencies to the struggle? What
coalitions, parties, campaigns and organizing drives
will be needed to advance our movement? Nothing will
change under a new administration without constant vigilance
and public organizing. Without organizations and growing
membership there will be no progress. Will you join
an organization and build this new movement?
ASD
is just one of many forces out there. We want and need
your participation. And ASD also need your financial
support to survive and thrive. Please become a sustaining
member by going to secure.groundspring.org
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| "If
the American people ever allow private banks to control
the issue of currency, first by inflation, then by deflation,
the banks and corporations that will grow up around
them will deprive the people of all property until their
children wake up homeless on the continent their fathers
conquered."
Thomas
Jefferson
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The
3rd Infantry Division’s 1st Brigade Combat Team
has spent 35 of the last 60 months in Iraq patrolling
in full battle rattle, helping restore essential services
and escorting supply convoys... Now they’re training
for the same mission — with a twist — at
home ... After 1st BCT finishes its dwell-time mission,
expectations are that another, as yet unnamed, active-duty
brigade will take over and that the mission will be
a permanent one...
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Brigade homeland tours start Oct. 1 reports
Army Times
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| FRIDAY,
OCTOBER 24, 7PM: Labor Movement: Solidarity Divided.
Join Bill Fletcher, Jr. & Fernando Gapasin to discuss
their new book SOLIDARITY DIVIDED The crisis in organized
labor and a new path toward social justice. Joyce Beers
Community Center Vermont St in Hillcrest - just north
of University & next to Trader Joe's). **This Event
is Free** (Donations Gladly Accepted). Bill Fletcher,
Jr. is Director of Field Services and Education for
the American Federation of Government Employees, Executive
Editor of BlackCommentator. com, and Co-Founder of the
Center for Labor Renewal. Fernando Gapasin is President
of the Central Oregon Labor Council and General Board
Member of the Oregon State Federation of Labor. He currently
teaches at the University of Oregon. More
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| FRIDAY,
OCTOBER 24, 7PM: Labor Movement: Solidarity Divided.
Join Bill Fletcher, Jr. & Fernando Gapasin to discuss
their new book SOLIDARITY DIVIDED The crisis in organized
labor and a new path toward social justice. Joyce Beers
Community Center Vermont St in Hillcrest - just north
of University & next to Trader Joe's). **This Event
is Free** (Donations Gladly Accepted). Bill Fletcher,
Jr. is Director of Field Services and Education for
the American Federation of Government Employees, Executive
Editor of BlackCommentator. com, and Co-Founder of the
Center for Labor Renewal. Fernando Gapasin is President
of the Central Oregon Labor Council and General Board
Member of the Oregon State Federation of Labor. He currently
teaches at the University of Oregon. More
info
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SATURDAY,
OCTOBER 25, 10AM: African American infant mortality.
When the Bough Breaks. United African American Ministerial
Action Council presents an Educational Series: “UNNATURAL
CAUSES: Is Inequality Making Us Sick? to draw attention
to the root causes of illness and to help reframe the
health debate in America. Economic and racial inequalities
are not abstract concepts; they hospitalize and kill
even more people than cigarettes. The wages and benefits
we are paid, the neighborhoods we live in, the schools
we attend, our access to resources, and even our tax
policies all have an impact on our health. Changing
policies and practices can help improve outcomes and
save lives! UAAMAC Administrative Office 4981 Market
Street, San Diego. More
Info
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SATURDAY,
OCTOBER 25, 3PM: American Blackout. This film chronicles
the recurring patterns of voter disenfranchisement from
Florida 2000 to Ohio 2004 while following the story
of Georgia Congresswoman Cynthia McKinney. McKinney
not only took an active role investigating these election
debacles, but has found herself in the middle of her
own after publicly questioning the Bush Administration
about the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Gloria Verdieu of
International Action Center will facilitate a discussion
after the film. All programs are free and open to the
public. Malcolm X Library 5148 Market Street. More
Info
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SATURDAY,
OCTOBER 25, 2PM: GuluWalk - San Diego. The peace process
in war-torn northern Uganda between Ugandan government
and Lord's Resistance Army has broken down a few months
ago, and we need your voice and support to reinstate
Peace talks and protect the children of northern Uganda.
Together can we make a difference in what former U.
N. Under-Secretary General of Humanitarian Affairs Jan
Egeland called “the world’s most neglected
humanitarian crisis” and “one of the biggest
scandals of our generation.” Location: Balboa
Park (corner of 6th Ave and Laurel Street). More
Info
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ONGOING EVENTS
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Malcolm
X Library Programs in October 2008: 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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MONDAY,
OCTOBER 27, 12-1:30PM: Act Against AIDS, Lecture with
Q&A. Topic: the global AIDS epidemic and how you
can get involved. Speakers: Dr. Elioda Tumwesigye, a
Ugandan doctor and Member of Parliament, who is here
with Physicians for Human Rights. Where: Gallery B in
SunGod Lounge. Cost: Free; refreshments will also be
provided. More
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OCTOBER
21-NOVEMBER 16, 2008: Culture Clash - Water and Power
-Winner 2007 Best New Play. Latina Latino & Indigenous
People's Unity Coalition Special Panel Events prior
to Upcoming Play, Water and Power. Water & Power
By Richard Montoya of Culture Clash Directed by Sam
Woodhouse Starring Herbert Siguenza of Culture Clash.
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TUESDAY,
OCTOBER 28 - NOVEMBER 9, 2008: ALTARES para los MUERTOS
A dia de los muertos altar exhibition. Featuring altars
by Enrique Morones and Border Angels, Pura Vida, Teresa
Yolanda Lopez, The Infinity Lab, Guerrero Azteca Peace
Project, San Diego HIV Planning Council and HIV Prevention
Community Planning Board. Curated by Cal A. Vera. Centro
Cultural de la Raza 2125 Park Blvd. San Diego. Gallery
hours: Tuesday - Sunday 12-4pm. More
Info
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SUNDAY,
NOVEMBER 2, 7PM: CAMINANDO con la CALACA The Redz 6th
Annual Dia de los Muertos Commemoration. An evening
of performance honoring those that have passed. Centro
Cultural de la Raza 2125 Park Blvd. San Diego. Featuring
Word & Song by: Francisco J. Bustos , Bill Caballero,
Teresa Caballero, Esteban Cardoso, Irene Castruita,
Elizabeth Cazessús, Sara R. Eslava, Maria Figueroa,
Jim Moreno, Gerardo Navarro, William Nericcio, Poezia,
Quino, Jim Ruland, Mariajulia Urias, and others…
Plus: A living altar performance by endy. With altar
design by Consuelo Manríquez. More
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| Announcements
/ Workshops
Critical
dates to note regarding Public Access TV Shows: The
Shows air on Sundays at 6PM on COX 18 in North County
and 23 in Southern San Diego. Opportunities for training
and interviews exist at all shows. You can train to
be: Camera Operators Floor Director Assistant Director
Web Cast Director Character Generator Sound Engineer
Producer We need 40 more people to attend the training
to ensure deep support of our shows. The objective is
for everyone to get their own show eventually. We will
mutually support each other. All trainings are free!
They are held at the COX Communications Studios in El
Cajon. More
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ONGOING EVENTS
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THURSDAYS:
OCTOBER 9 – OCTOBER 30: Black Politics In The
U. S. Malcolm X Library hosts a free public 4-week Black
Studies class sponsored by the Africana Studies Dept
at San Diego State University for interested community
people and life-long learners. The course will examine
the historical and contemporary aspects of African American
participation in US politics including the Obama campaign
for President. All programs are free and open to the
public. Malcolm X Library 5148 Market Street. More
Info
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WEDNESDAYS:
OCTOBER 22, NOVEMBER 5, NOVEMBER 19, 6PM: Conversations
On Race Forty years ago following the assassination
of Martin Luther King, Dr. Carroll Waymon, as head of
San Diego's Citizen's Interracial Committee, led a multi-year
series of historic City Hall meetings and grass-roots
forums around San Diego. Join Dr. Waymon for new conversations
on race with full participant discussions. Malcolm X
Library 5148 Market Street, across from Euclid trolley
station. Parking available. All programs are free and
open to the public. More
info
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WORK
THE POLLS IN SD - COMPENSATION*: $75-165. Election Day
Hours: 6:00 am to 10:00 pm, Nov. 4 Requirements: Attend
a training before the election. More
Info
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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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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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90.7
KPFK PACIFICA RADIO IS BACK ON THE AIR IN SAN DIEGO.....!!!!!!
KPFK is back and it is the only information and cultural
programming of it's kind in San Diego. People should
listen, tell others and work to keep it here in San
Diego and South Orange County. 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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