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world tests Barack Obama like they did John Kennedy.
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| HOLIDAYS
IN THE HOLY LANDS?
While
the holidays have many meanings to many people, for
most of us the season is crowned by the joy of having
quality time to spend with family and close friends.
During the holidays charity and giving are celebrated.
This
year our joy is tempered by the atrocities occurring
in the Gaza Strip. Primitive rockets fired from Gaza
by a few militants on Israel are a weak excuse for the
massive collective punishment of the Palestinian people
as a whole.
There
has been no charity and giving to the people of Gaza
as Israel has created a virtual ghetto with almost no
access to medicine, fuel, food, or even water for crops
and drinking. How can there be peace with these conditions?
Palestinians have lived as caged animals behind massive
walls, without even the right to fish off their own
shores. Holidays in the Holy lands is horrific as US
supplied F-16s and helicopter gunships fire on defenseless
populations. US and Bush Administration complicity is
indisputable. More
Info.
Activist
San Diego will be working with Palestinian organizations,
with the progressive Jewish community, with human rights
orgs and the peace and justice groups to call for and
*EMERGENCY MOBILIZATION IN SOLIDARITY WITH GAZA. Please
join us on Tues. Dec. 30th at 4:00 pm*. More
Info.
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| "The
invasion of Iraq was a bandit act, an act of blatant
state terrorism, demonstrating absolute contempt for
the concept of international law"
--
Nobel Laureate Harold
Pinter
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Pay
no attention to the handful of Christmas pardons granted
by Bush. This is mere political window dressing to distract
from the bumper crop of blanket absolutions, including
one for himself, scheduled to be released just before
midnight on Jan 19th. Cheney would not so arrogantly
be bragging on TV about how he authorized torture if
it were not so.
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Tell Your Member Of Congress To Oppose The Pardons Before
Bush Absolves Himself. The Peoples
Email Network Action Page.
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| TUESDAY,
DECEMBER 30, 4PM: Emergency Mobilization In Solidarity
With Gaza And The Palestinian People. San Diego Federal
Building - Front and Broadway. Activist San Diego will
be working with others to call for an EMERGENCY response
to the horrendous crimes occurring because of the Israeli
aggression. ASD will be a part of any actions that takes
place to protest the strafing, wholesale brutality,
purposeful denial of food and fuel to civilian populations,
the bombing of the University of Gaza, the destruction
of vital infrastructure and the deaths of 300+ including
large numbers of civilians. Our experience has been
that the US public and the corporate news media have
very short attention spans and for that reason we need
to plan for an immediate action. Al-Awda, Awda, NCA,
FPA and expect that ADC, SDCPJ, MECIC, members of the
Jewish peace community, ANSWER and others will also
co-sponsor. More
Info
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SATURDAY,
JANUARY 24, 2009: Save The Date: ASD People's Ball.
The "People's Ball" was started in 2000 actually
called "The Counter Inaugural Ball" because
of the out turn of the 2000 election and the exclusiveness
of the Inaugural Ball in Washington. People came dressed
in gowns and black tie to costumes of hanging chads.
Since the first ball the name has changed to the People's
ball. This is an event for all organizations, unions,
organizers, media and community members to come together
learn about each other and just kick off your shoes
and celebrate. Balboa Park Club Ballroom, Balboa Park,
SD (Park Blvd to Presidents Way). More
Info
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| MONDAY,
DECEMBER 29, 12PM: Save Friendship Park - Press Conference.
The Department of Homeland Security sealed off friendship
circle and Monument at Friendship Park. The only area
designated along the entire US/Mex border for bi-national
communication and friendship. In preparation for the
construction of a 15 ft wall, they have also uprooted
the bi-national friendship garden on the US side - plans
to move forward with the demolition of Friendship Park
are imminent, despite continued outcry by the public
and elected officials. The press conference will take
place at the entry gate to Border Field State Park.
More
Info
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TUESDAY,
DECEMBER 30, 4PM: Emergency Mobilization In Solidarity
With Gaza And The Palestinian People. San Diego Federal
Building - Front and Broadway. Activist San Diego will
be working with others to call for an EMERGENCY response
to the horrendous crimes occurring because of the Israeli
aggression. ASD will be a part of any actions that takes
place to protest the strafing, wholesale brutality,
purposeful denial of food and fuel to civilian populations,
the bombing of the University of Gaza, the destruction
of vital infrastructure and the deaths of 300+ including
large numbers of civilians. Our experience has been
that the US public and the corporate news media have
very short attention spans and for that reason we need
to plan for an immediate action. Al-Awda, Awda, NCA,
FPA and expect that ADC, SDCPJ, MECIC, members of the
Jewish peace community, ANSWER and others will also
co-sponsor. More
Info
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SATURDAY,
JANUARY 3, 1PM: 3rd Annual "International Day of
Peace." Malcolm X Library 5148 Market Street, San
Diego. ***ADMISSION IS FREE*** In the spirit of Dr.
Martin Luther King, Jr., this multicultural event promotes
peace, conflict resolution, social justice, and advocacy
for creation of U. S. Department of Peace and Nonviolence.
A Day of Family Fun Featuring . . . Music *Entertainment
* Food. Youth Forums. Conflict Resolution Workshop.
Children's Peace Art. More
Info
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MONDAY,
JANUARY 5, 7PM: [SDCPJ] Meeting to plan: March 21 march
and rally/6th anniversary of the invasion of Iraq. Similar
marches will be taking place that day in Washington
DC, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and other cites throughout
the US. Our current plan is to call for troops out of
Iraq and Afghanistan and also for money for healthcare,
jobs and education, not for war and occupation. Church
of the Brethren, 3850 Westgate Place, San Diego. This
is the meeting where we will decide on the themes of
the march, and also on the march route and rally site.
More
Info
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ONGOING EVENTS
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MON-FRI
10-4PM, SAT-SUN 10-3PM: "Poverty on the Border"
Photo Exhibit with Five Photographers Community Art
Gallery 5348 University Ave, SD. "Poverty on the
Border" has a number of approaches to the topic
which are engaging and interesting. What might be of
special interest to union members is that my work, "Welfare
Is Poor Relief...," has photos from the mid 1980s
of our local labor movement as well as commentary from
a few union members with welfare experiences. Includes
the Transborder Archive Box from inSite05. 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
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TUESDAY,
JANUARY 6, 7PM: Matters of Controversy. The New American
Censorship. Special guest: Peter Phillips Professor
of Sociology and Director of Project Censored. Project
Censored is a media research program to train Sonoma
State University students in media research, First Amendment
issues and the advocacy for, and protection of free
press rights in the United States. Prof. Phillips will
be signing "Censored 2009." First Unitarian
Universalist Church of San Diego 4190 Front Street,
Hillcrest, San Diego. $5-10 Donation requested. More
Info
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MONDAY,
JANUARY 19, 7:30AM: 21st Annual Martin Luther King,
Jr. All People’s Breakfast. Golden Hall Downtown
San Diego. The All People’s Breakfast is a revered
event in the weekend celebration of Dr. King’s
life and legacy. It brings people from all over San
Diego together to remember and celebrate one of the
most valued and respected peace activists in history.
The theme for the 2009 All People's Breakfast is –Why
We Can’t Wait a call to action to bring more peace
and justice to our community and to the world. This
year our program will focus on the situation facing
our youth in the world today. More
Info
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WEDNESDAY,
JANUARY 21, 3PM: Tijuana Estuary Volunteer Open House
& Mixer. Have you ever thought about volunteering
for the Tijuana Estuary? Are you passionate about preserving
and protecting coastal wetlands? Do you have questions
about how community members can get involved? Would
you like to join a team of people dedicated to helping
the environment? If so, grab a friend or two and drop
in to the Tijuana Estuary Visitor Center. This is your
chance to learn more about our volunteer opportunities,
chat with current volunteers and staff, and meet fellow
nature enthusiasts! Snacks and beverages will be provided.
More
Info
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SATURDAY,
JANUARY 24, 2009: Save The Date: ASD People's Ball.
The "People's Ball" was started in 2000 actually
called "The Counter Inaugural Ball" because
of the out turn of the 2000 election and the exclusiveness
of the Inaugural Ball in Washington. People came dressed
in gowns and black tie to costumes of hanging chads.
Since the first ball the name has changed to the People's
ball. This is an event for all organizations, unions,
organizers, media and community members to come together
learn about each other and just kick off your shoes
and celebrate. Balboa Park Club Ballroom, Balboa Park,
SD (Park Blvd to Presidents Way). More
Info
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JANUARY
31 - MARCH 8TH: USD Ethnic Studies, Calaca Press and
the Red CalacArts Collective present: Deportation Nation:
History Repeats. A cultural series highlighting the
issue of deportation in America. Visual Migrations January
31 – March 8. Opening reception Saturday, January
31, 7pm. FREE. Centro Cultural de la Raza 2125 Park
Blvd, SD. Art exhibit addressing the issue of deportation.
Thursday, February 5, 6pm FREE. Cinematic Migrations.
USD Mother Rosalie Hill Hall - Warren Auditorium @ Soles
5998 Alcala Park, SD. Movie and lecture by filmmaker
Isaac Artenstein and his work: Break of Dawn. Break
of Dawn depicts the story of Los Angeles musician, radio
personality and activist Pedro J. Gonzalez and his deportation
for speaking out against the mass deportations of Mexicans
in the 1930's. Introduction by SD Mesa College Chicano
Studies chair Mike Ornelas. Spoken Migrations. Friday,
February 6, 7pm. FREE. SD Central Library Auditorium
820 E St., SD. Poetry and Spoken Word related to the
experience of deportation and migration. Musical Migrations.
Saturday, February 7, 8pm. FREE. USD University Center
5998 Alcala Park, SD. Musical program featuring Los
Alacranes, Quino and Son Sin Fronteras playing the songs
of Pedro J. Gonzalez and others related to deportation,
including a jam session with all musicians playing the
Woody Guthrie classic Plane Wreck at Los Gatos (Deportee).
MC’d by USD Ethnic Studies professor Jesse Mills.
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FRIDAY,
JANUARY 9, 6PM: Sonia Franko Art Show Reception. Angelita's:
3361 Adams Ave., SD. $5-$10 Suggested Donation / All
Ages! Featuring Performances By: 6:30 Big Joe Hurt.
7pm: Chicana Chingona. 7:30 Lady-J. 8pm: Sonia Franko.
8:30 BYO To The After Party! 9pm: At The Mym Crib! More
Info
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SATURDAY,
JANUARY 24, 9PM: Obama Inauguration Reggae/Rock Concert.
Obama Inauguration Reggae/Rock Concert! Rhythm Lounge:
3048 Midway Dr., SD. $6 Cover / 21+ With Valid ID! Featuring:
9pm: Blackheart Warriors [1st dj set]. 10pm: Litmore.
11pm: Zinema. 12am: Blackheart Warriors [2nd dj set].
1am: BYO To The After Party! 1:30 Tailgate To The MYM
Crib! More
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ONGOING EVENTS
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| Announcements
/ Workshops
FRIDAY,
JANUARY 9, 10AM: Free Grant Writing Workshop w/ The
San Diego County Community Coalition. Where Health and
Human Services 690 Oxford Street, Chula Vista. We are
giving participants the option of joining us in supporting
the Food Bank after the Holidays to replenish their
shelves, please bring a canned food item or two to contribute
to this very worthy endeavor. 2009 Core Classes in the
free Demystification of Grant Writing series. Lesson
One - Getting Your Ducks in a Row. Learn the difference
between a 501(c)(3) and a 509 (a)-- and why knowing
that difference is essential. Gather together all the
important information you'll need to help your school,
church or nonprofit organization carry on a comprehensive
grant development program. All in a short two hour fun
filled (candy throwing) workshop presented by The Team
at Grant Writing Specialists. More
Info
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FRIDAY,
JANUARY 9, 8PM: San Diego Board Game Benefit for Heifer
International. Topic: Micro-Credit. Where: Tea N More
7380 Clairemont Mesa Blvd. Who: Fun-Loving Activists
Cost: $10 donation to Heifer International. More
Info
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BLANKETS
& WARM CLOTHING URGENTLY NEEDED for farm workers
living near Ensenada. It's really cold! PLEASE DROP
OFF BEFORE DEC 5. A letter from my friends Omar Clay
& Nina Leshan: We are living in Mexico, about 45
minutes south of Ensenada on the peninsula. Many of
our neighbors are from the south of Mexico, and are
here temporarily here working in agriculture. They have
a need for clothes and blankets this winter. Specifically,
there are whole families including children. If you
have any extra blankets or warm clothes, including children's
shoes, I can pick them up at Tanja Winter's house on
Saturday, December 5 in the morning. Tanja says that
you can leave your contributions on her driveway. Tanja's
phone number: 858-459-4650 twinter@san.rr.com. More
Info
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SATURDAY,
JANUARY 10, 8:30AM: New Year Awakening Retreat: private
retreat in Encinitas. Retreat Leaders: Jan D. Wellik,
Director, Eco Expressions www.EcoExpressions.org, Dr.
Kayla Smith, Gerson Institute www.Gerson.org. Register
by Jan. 1: $100. Space is limited. Register by email:
Info@EcoExpressions.org. Purpose: Experience healthy
living for the New Year - Awaken to a new you! The focus
of the retreat is restorative and creative. It will
focus on four pillars: 1) Meditation 2) Movement 3)
Art 4) Nutrition.
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Get
FREE copy of "A Question of Power", A documentary
about the resistance in San Diego against this powerline.
Video
Link provided here: Also attached are action items
for folks to talk once they have seen the documentary.
We have complimentary copies of the documentary that
can be requested by emailing: thecoane5 <thecoane5@cox.net
There is no charge for the DVD or the mailing. More
Info
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ONGOING EVENTS
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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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