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-- Ralph Nader

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With the economic meltdown and the political crisis of confidence, it is time that left progressives join together to strategize about the role that we need to play if we are going to pull ourselves from the precipice. Society needs to hear from us and needs to see us in action. The right wing will surely offer their storyline and proposals if we do not. Is it not time to consider broad-based think tanks or coalitions to arrive at common strategies so we can prepare to address the growing crisis, and the human devastation that the crisis may leave in its wake? The time for social action and the time for unifying our various movements has never been better. Let us start.

The elections must not be the end of our political actions, rather just the beginning.

Come by our next ASD General meeting on the second Monday of the month and please keep your donations and dues coming in to keep us growing in this critical period.

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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

For all of the above we will need your help and financial support. If you would like to make a donation, please click on the button to the right.

Or, we can also accept donations mailed to: Activist San Diego 4246 Wightman St San Diego, CA 92105-2618

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This whole idea that in order to increase our security, we need to give up some of our freedom, is a phony juxtaposition. Attack the assumption – where’s the proof that giving up our freedom will increase our security.

History teaches us that we will indeed be less free, but we won’t necessarily be any more secure, in fact we’ll end up living in fear of our own security forces.

-- Robert Meeropol, younger son of Ethel and Julius Rosenberg, speaking on “Beyond the Pale” on WBAI-FM, New York, 10-26-2008 (listen)

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'Social Justice is what faces you in the morning. It is awakening in a house with an adequate water supply, cooking facilities and sanitation. It is the ability to nourish your children and send them to school where their education not only equips them for employment but reinforces their knowledge and appreciation of their cultural inheritance. It is the prospect of genuine employment and good health: a life of choices and opportunity. A life free from discrimination.'

-- Mick Dodson, Australian Social Justice Commissioner (1993 - 1998)

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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 7PM: Organizers Chill Out Event: Celebrate Early With Progressives -- All are welcome regardless. MUSIC FOR A CHANGE with George Mann. Come Celebrate Early With Progressives at The World Beat Cultural Center 2100 Park Boulevard, In The Pepper Grove At Balboa Park (Parking in VA lot across the street). A former union organizer, George Mann produced “Hail to theThief!”, the anti-Bush CD compilation series. The final CD, “Farewell to the Thief!” has just been released! He sings classics from the last century of labor and social activism and adds his own powerful and funny songs on the state of the nation. A night of powerful music and stories about the state of our nation…. Suggested Donation $5?$10 to benefit the work of The World Beat Center and Activist San Diego. More Info

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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 7PM: Activist San Diego presents an evening with David Wiley & Jim Brown San Diego Veterans For Peace. The Suppression of Dissent. Joyce Beers Community Center, 1090 Vermont St, just north of University Ave., next to Trader Joe's, Hillcrest, SD Please use Ralph’s underground parking. David Wiley & Jim Brown of San Diego Veterans For Peace will discuss the increasing militarization of law enforcement and recount events that they witnessed in St. Paul Minnesota at the protests of the Republican National Convention in early September. Hundreds of protesters were arrested, including over 70 journalists. $5 Donations requested - no one will be turned away. 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 Info

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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 9AM: Bilateral Safety Corridor Coalition convenes: “Meeting of the Minds” a forum on human trafficking, both domestic and international. Speakers include representatives from U. S. Department of Justice and U. S. Homeland Security, members of law enforcement and vice operations, and experts from outreach and victim assistance programs. Veterans Museum and Memorial Center, 2115 Park Blvd., San Diego. More Info

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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 11:30AM: Redistricting: What's at Stake? League of Women Voters of San Diego presents “Lunch with League.” Dr. Gary Jacobson, Political Science Professor at UCSD, discusses: "The Politics of Redistricting: What's at Stake?" "Prop Talks," too, with Margaret Stevenson and Anne Hoiberg, a concise discussion of the State and Local Propositions. Tom Ham's Lighthouse, 2150 Harbor Island Drive, Harbor Island. $25. More Info

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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28. 7PM: Prop 7 Debate: A "Critical Dialogue" on our Solar and Clean Energy Future. David Freeman FOR yes ON 7 and a spokesperson from No on 7. Arrive Early! Price Center Forum Room UCSD, La Jolla. Sponsored by: Associated Students at UCSD and One Earth One Justice of UCSD. More Info

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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 29, 7PM: On the Medical Frontlines: A Conversation with Doctors Without Borders. San Diego Natural History Museum Balboa Park 1788 El Prado, San Diego. Please join Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) for a panel discussion moderated by Alison St. John, KPBS reporter and local host of Morning Edition and All Things Considered, featuring Lorena Bilbao, Program Officer for MSF-USA, MSF nurse Mary Jo Frawley, San Diego-based surgeon Sandra Freiwald, and Alan Hickey, logistical expert for the organization. These MSF aid workers will share their experiences working overseas for the organization, explore MSF’s humanitarian principles, and address current activities and concerns. The panel will be followed by audience Q&A. This event is free, wheelchair accessible, open to the public. More Info

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1, NOON: Dia De Los Muertos at Friendship Park (border field). This year, they want to close friendship park ! The only park where families can meet, where children can meet their grandparents for the first time, where lovers can share moments separated by a fence. The fence, the wall, operation gatekeeper, the wall of death, the wall that has lead to the deaths of 10,000 people. We will be joined on both sides of the border as we remember our loved ones, as we as celebrate dia de los muertos, as we stand united "gente unida" for justice, for peace. More Info

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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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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6-9, 2008: Doctors Without Borders Events in the San Diego area. EXHIBIT. A Refugee Camp in the Heart of the City. Presidents Way Lawn, Balboa Park(On Park Boulevard and Presidents Way). Please join us at this outdoor, interactive, educational exhibit made up of the actual materials used by MSF in its emergency medical work around the world. The exhibit asks visitors to imagine what it is like to be one of the world's 42 million refugees or internally displaced persons (IDPs) forced to flee their homes and seek refuge from war or conflict. Please allow 40-60 minutes for the tour. More Info

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 6:30PM: California Association of midwives, Activist San Diego Film Series and Gerri Ryan, LM, CPM proudly announce a free screening of Orgasmic Birth. A documentary that examines the intimate nature of birth and the powerful role it plays in woman's lives when they are permitted to experience it fully. A panel of midwives, doulas and childbirth educators will answer questions and lead an audience discussion exploring undisturbed birth - A Woman's Right to passage. Joyce beers Community Center 1090 Vermont St in Hillcrest - just north of University Ave. near the Trader Joe's. More Info

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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 7PM: Activist San Diego presents an evening with David Wiley & Jim Brown San Diego Veterans For Peace. The Suppression of Dissent. Joyce Beers Community Center, 1090 Vermont St, just north of University Ave., next to Trader Joe's, Hillcrest, SD Please use Ralph’s underground parking. David Wiley & Jim Brown of San Diego Veterans For Peace will discuss the increasing militarization of law enforcement and recount events that they witnessed in St. Paul Minnesota at the protests of the Republican National Convention in early September. Hundreds of protesters were arrested, including over 70 journalists. $5 Donations requested - no one will be turned away. More Info

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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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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31, 8:30PM: Eek-A-Mouse Halloween. WorldBeat Center 2100 Park Blvd. San Diego. Best Halloween Costume wins LEGENDS 09 Tix! With: Eek-A-Mouse & Guests. More Info

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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 7PM: Organizers Chill Out Event: Celebrate Early With Progressives -- All are welcome regardless. MUSIC FOR A CHANGE with George Mann. Come Celebrate Early With Progressives at The World Beat Cultural Center 2100 Park Boulevard, In The Pepper Grove At Balboa Park (Parking in VA lot across the street). A former union organizer, George Mann produced “Hail to theThief!”, the anti-Bush CD compilation series. The final CD, “Farewell to the Thief!” has just been released! He sings classics from the last century of labor and social activism and adds his own powerful and funny songs on the state of the nation. A night of powerful music and stories about the state of our nation…. Suggested Donation $5?$10 to benefit the work of The World Beat Center and Activist San Diego. 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 Info

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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 7:30PM: New Beginnings: Reggae After the Elections- Part 1 Reggae Awakening - Part 1. With: Alika & Quinto Sol. WorldBeat Center 2100 Park Blvd. San Diego. 1 Day after the Elections, REGGAE AWAKENING - Part 1. More Info

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 8:30PM: New Beginnings: Reggae After the Elections- Part 2. With: Warrior King. WorldBeat Center 2100 Park Blvd. San Diego. Reggae After the Elections A New Beginning! More Info

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 5PM: The Other Mexico As part of the International Festival of Dignified Rage. SDSU campus, Arts & Letters 101. The Other Mexico focuses on the nation's poor and indigenous citizens who have no voice in the political system. Many of them have gravitated to the growing Zapatista movement led by its leader "Subcomandante Marcos". Some feel Marcos is a true folk hero while others view him as an opportunist seeking personal fame. Leading journalists and scholars debate the pros and cons of the movement as it tries to organize the country's disaffected before the 2006 Presidential election. (In Italian and Spanish with English Subtitles). More Info

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 7:30PM: Legendary roots artist Sugar Minott live at the WorldBeat Center! WorldBeat Center 2100 Park Blvd. San Diego. More Info

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THURSDAY, NOV 27. 8:30PM: Giving Thanks- Native American Youth Celebration Thanksgiving Day. Giving Thanks - Celebrating Native American culture and tradition, and helping to promote Native American youth unity and awareness. WorldBeat Center 2100 Park Blvd. San Diego. Featuring: Great Reggae Groups. More Info

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SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29 & 30, NOON - 9PM EACH DAY: Afrikan Mental Liberation Film Festival - Thanksgiving Weekend at WorldBeat Center. FREE! 3rd Annual Afrikan Mental Liberation Films. WorldBeat Center 2100 Park Blvd. San Diego. Presented by: Dr. Kwaku Person-Lynn. More Info

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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 27, 7PM: Kwanzaa - Kujichagulia Celebration. Kwanzaa Celebration. WorldBeat Center 2100 Park Blvd. San Diego. FREE Community Celebration. Kujichagulia With A Film Screening and Presentation of "The Black Candle" with M. K. Asante, Jr. FREE! More Info

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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. More Info

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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 Info

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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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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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Protect Elections, Prosecute Rove ~ www.rovecybergate.com

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Rosenberg Fund for Children ~ www.rfc.org

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San Diego Food Not Bombs ~ sdfnb.org

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