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Start: 12:00
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Start: We are all concerned about many issues right now and the way the mainstream media is covering these issues, or in some cases, not covering them. There is something we can do - we can write to the media (and our elected representatives) and voice our concerns on these issues. Start: 23:00
Love them or hate them, these cartoons and the issues they bring up deserve discussion: A Discussion on Free Speech and World Reaction (1). A display of the controversial Danish cartoons depicting Mohammed. (2). A panel discussion and Q&A on the meaning of the worldwide reaction to the cartoons. Issues to be discussed: What is Freedom of Speech? Does it include the right to offend? What is the significance of the worldwide Islamic reaction to the cartoons? How should Western Governments respond...if at all? How should the Western Media respond? All non-NYU attendees must register for the event. Start: 23:00
We're the producers of THE GREAT WARMING (www.thegreatwarming.com ) - a major documentary about climate change that we'd like to bring to your attention. The editorial premise of THE GREAT WARMING is that there is NO LONGER ANY DOUBT that human activities are having a profound effect on Earth's climate. THE GREAT WARMING has been endorsed by a remarkable coalition representing all sectors of US discourse - liberal and conservative, environmentalist and scientists, faith-based and secular. Our partners include the National Council of Churches, National Assoc. of Evangelicals, Coalition on the Environment and Jewish Life, as well as New York Climate Rescue, Friends of the Earth, US Climate Action Network, the Earth Day Network, the Union of Concerned Scientists, etc. All of our partners believe that the issue of climate change is much more than a science or environmental issue; it is also an ethical and spiritual issue... and a key political issue in the next election. The film premiered last week at the Ziegfeld to over 1,000 people. Karen Coshof, Producer Start: 23:00
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Start: 12:30
Start: Members Bernadette Evangelist and Dave Robinson join our friends in peace and pass this request on to our friends at DFNYC: "Hillary Clinton has betrayed her constituents and her own principles. She voted to give this most reckless, duplicitous and ignorant of presidents unlimited authority to use force in Iraq. As Cindy Sheehan says, 'Hillary Clinton is the leader of the pack of pro-war Democrats. I think that she is a political animal who believes that she has to be a war hawk to keep up with the big boys.' Let's show the as-of-now presumptive Democratic presidential nominee that Republican-lite, pro-war candidates are no longer an option for the opposition party. Let's meet every Friday starting Bring a sign and some friends. Lets's show our "leaders" that we won't tolerate this war based on lies being fought by other people's children. " For more information, contact: Janectyler-at-aol.com (replace -at- with @). | ||
01 / 7
Start: 00:30
Start: Coffee and political action. Chthonic Clash Coffeehouse 418 Main Street Beacon Start: 00:30
Start: Coffee and political action. Chthonic Clash Coffeehouse 418 Main Street Beacon | ||
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01 / 10
Start: 04:30
Start: On Tuesday, January 10th, 2006 at 9:30 a.m. the 18 grannies of the Granny Peace Brigade will appear at Criminal Court in connection with their October 17th action at the Times Square Recruiting Center. The Grannies, many of whom have maintained a "Bring the Troops Home" vigil for two years on Fifth Avenue, attempted to enlist but locked doors prevented them from entering the recruiting center, whereupon they sat down on the sidewalk. The police then arrested them and they were put into wagons, handcuffed (in back). Among the eighteen is Molly Klopot, longtime activist for peace and justice issues, who at 86 is not the oldest granny. Another woman is 90. Come and join with others at their court appearance. Let's demonstrate our support for these courageous women, who already spent jail time when they were booked in October, not to mention their many hours vigilling on Wednesdays for the past two years. Norman Siegel is representing them and the courtroom will be large enough for you to attend. Mark your calendar. Plan to come early as security lines are invariably long. | ||
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01 / 12
Start: 01:30
Start: Be a legitimate paper-ballot warrior and make a statement at the final public hearing on draft regulation of voting machines. Make your voice heard directly by the New York State Board of Elections. Start: 14:00
Start: The Community Free Democrats will host a 67th Assembly District Candidate Debate on Thursday, January 12th, 7pm—9pm at Goddard Riverside, 593 Columbus Avenue at 88th Street. All seven declared candidates running for Scott Stringer's vacated Assembly seat will be there: Arthur Greig, Charles Imohiosen, Marc Landis, Michael Lupinacci, Linda Rosenthal, Charles Simon, and Tom Weiss The Forum is Free & Open to the Public For more info, visit www.cfdnyc.org or email cfdweb-at-aol.com (replace -at- with @). Start: 14:00
Start: The Community Free Democrats will host a 67th Assembly District Candidate Debate on Thursday, January 12th, 7pm—9pm at Goddard Riverside, 593 Columbus Avenue at 88th Street. All seven declared candidates running for Scott Stringer's vacated Assembly seat will be there: Arthur Greig, Charles Imohiosen, Marc Landis, Michael Lupinacci, Linda Rosenthal, Charles Simon, and Tom Weiss The Forum is Free & Open to the Public For more info, visit www.cfdnyc.org or email cfdweb-at-aol.com (replace -at- with @). | ||
01 / 13
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Start: Concerned Dutchess County voters can meet and speak with State Assemblyman Joel Miller. | ||
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01 / 16
Start: 04:00
Start: Join Dennis Rivera and 1199 SEIU in a March for Dignity & Justice in support of New York's home health aides, in honor of Dr. Martin Luther Kings, Jr.'s birthday on January 16th. The march will begin at 9 am on 110th Street and Central Park West and culminate at the New York State Office Building on 125th Street and Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Blvd. for a rally. Please call (866) 699-WAGE for more information. Start: 12:00
This comes from Chris Owens' newsletter: You are invited! Central Brooklyn's Martin Luther King Holiday Family Celebration will be held at Prospect Heights High School on Monday, January 16, 2006 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. This family celebration of Dr. King's Birthday is sponsored by Congressman Major Owens and the Central Brooklyn Martin Luther King Commission. There will be performances by the BAM Restoration DANCEAFRICA ENSEMBLE, Double Dutch champions THE JAZZY JUMPERS, and rap artist PAPOOSE. Essays, poetry and art by students from Central Brooklyn schools will also be presented. DOOR PRIZES! Free laptop computers, BKFK classroom kits, Comotiv Communications System, Cameras, School Supplies JOIN US AND BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY !!! DIRECTIONS: Prospect Heights High School is located at the corner of Classon Avenue & Union Street (near the Brooklyn Museum of Art parking lot), Crown Heights, just one block from Eastern Parkway & Washingon Avenue. Take the #2, 3 trains to Eastern Parkway / Brooklyn Museum stop or the #4, 5 to Franklin Avenue. Nearby bus lines are the B45, B71. | ||
01 / 17
Start: 05:00
Start: STOP ALITO! Phonebanks Brought to you by People for the American Way Location: PFAW-NY Office, 149 5th Avenue at 21st Street, 7th Floor RVSP to Tony Simone at 212-420-0440 x13 or tsimone -at- pfaw.org (replace -at- with @) and let him know you heard it from DFNYC. Start: 14:00
Start: Starting on Jan 17th, The DFNYC Judiciary Issues Committee will be meeting | ||
01 / 18
Start: 05:00
Start: STOP ALITO! Phonebanks Brought to you by People for the American Way Location: PFAW-NY Office, 149 5th Avenue at 21st Street, 7th Floor RVSP to Tony Simone at 212-420-0440 x13 or tsimone -at- pfaw.org (replace -at- with @) and let him know you heard about it from DFNYC. Start: 10:00
Start: Five democratic challengers want the job. Start: 10:00
Start: Five democratic challengers want the job. Start: 10:00
Start: Five democratic challengers want the job. | ||
01 / 19
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Start: STOP ALITO! Phonebanks Brought to you by People for the American Way Location: PFAW-NY Office, 149 5th Avenue at 21st Street, 7th Floor RVSP to Tony Simone at 212-420-0440 x13 or tsimone -at- pfaw.org (replace -at- with @) and let him know you heard about it from DFNYC. Start: 13:00
Start: STOP ALITO! Phonebanks Brought to you by People for the American Way Location: PFAW-NY Office, 149 5th Avenue at 21st Street, 7th Floor RVSP to Tony Simone at 212-420-0440 x13 or tsimone -at- pfaw.org (replace -at- with @) and let him know you heard about it from DFNYC. | ||
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01 / 21
Start: 04:00
Start: The Great Hall @ Cooper Union With Bush & Co. exporting democracy abroad while dismantling it here at home, it's time for progressives to stand up and take your democracy back. "Saving Our Democracy" brings together 20 of the nation's leading activists and authors to audit the state of American democracy and to offer real ideas on how to save it. Through the day's eight panels, "Saving Our Democracy" will cover every major domestic democracy issue from voter suppression and religious McCarthyism to government secrecy and the failing media. | ||
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Start: 07:00
Start: Please join with the UFCW, Community Organizations, Small Business Groups, Members of the Clergy and organizations concerned with responsible and accountable development at a: Press Conference and Rally to Slam The Backdoor on Walmart and BJs Monday January 23rd By seeking approval from the City Council to build the new Gateway Mall at the Bronx Terminal Market and failing to identify the tenants of the proposed mall, developers are providing a "backdoor" for Walmart and BJs to escape scrutiny of their labor and business practices. This deception cannot be allowed. Labor, Community and Clergy: For information and/or to confirm your attendance, contact Pat Purcell at 973-583-9651 or email joinus1500-at-aol.com (replace -at- with @). | ||
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Start: 07:00
Start: Tom De Luca, co-author of Liars! Cheaters! Evildoers!, will be at Demos for a lunch-time discussion about his latest book that charts the rise of what the authors label as the "demonization" of American politics. Showing how political campaigns often neglect debates over policy in favor of fights over the private character and personal lives of politicians, political interests are still served by this style of politics, but democracy, the authors contend, is the loser. DeLuca will discuss the distinctly American qualities of "demonization", how their frequency and intensity has grown in the last four decades and ways in which democracy and freedom of speech can coexist in a productive, idea-rich environment. You can learn more about this book at liarscheatersevildoers.blogspot.com Start: 14:30
Start: Park River Indepent Democrats Where:Council Senior Center, 241 West 72nd St. Topic: Help America Vote Act (“HAVA Start: 14:30
Start: Community Free Democrats January General Membership Meeting Thursday, January 26th, 7:30 pm Guest Speaker: Nassau County Executive Tom Suozzi Nominations for Club Officers, Board Members, and Strycker's Bay Delegates. NEW LOCATION: Westgate Community Room, 120 West 97th Street (between Columbus and Amsterdam Avenues) For more information email bevangelist-at-dfnyc.org (replace -at- with @). Start: 17:30
On Thursday, January 26th at 6:30 PM, Develop, Don't Destroy Brooklyn, the Fifth Ave. Committee, Park Slope Greens, and Park Slope Neighbors invite you to a community forum on Forest City Ratner's Atlantic Yard's Project. This is a controversial project that makes us face just what our vision for Brooklyn is--17 giant skyscrapers in the heart of Brooklyn or our traditional, unique brownstones. This project also cuts to the heart of private property rights since Bloomberg has threatened to use eminent domain to force private citizens to sell their property ot another private citizen, a clear misuse of eminent domain. Come and discuss this project and ideas for a Liveable Brooklyn rather than a Brooklyn bought and sold in backroom deals for the profits of developers. Geraldine Ferraro and Rep. Carolyn Maloney Join Students for a New American Politics PAC In New York
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Geraldine Ferraro & Rep. Carolyn Maloney Join Students for a New American Politics PAC in New York Tomorrow NEW YORK – Former Democratic Vice Presidential Candidate Geraldine Ferraro & Rep. Carolyn Maloney will join other progressives tomorrow, Thursday, January 26th for a New York City fundraiser for Students for a New American Politics PAC (SNAP PAC). The event will support SNAP PAC’s efforts to send students to work on key progressive congressional campaigns across the country this summer. "I congratulate SNAP for its drive to make a difference in the upcoming Congressional elections, Start: 19:00
Lambda Independent Democrats will kick off the new year with a forum featuring the candidates for the hotly contested 11th congressional district seat being vacated by Major Owens on Thursday, January 26, 2006 at the Montauk Club, 25 8th Avenue at Lincoln Place. This is the first time in a decade that there will be an open congressional seat in Brooklyn, so join us in hearing from candidates Carl Andrews, Yvette Clarke, Chris Owens, Nick Perry and David Yassky. I want to add my personal comment on this race. Many Progressives love to complain about the weaknesses of the Democratic Party. Well, hotly contested primaries like this one are YOUR CHANCE to influence the Democratic Party. This race pits candidates linked to the corrupt machine against progressives and semi-progressives. People who complain about the party but fail to get involved on this level should just keep their mouths shut. Come help reform politics in Brooklyn by attending this forum and questioning these candidates yourself. Then support the candidate YOU like. Otherwise, I don't want to hear you complain. | ||
