ACTIVITIES AND OPPORTUNITIES
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ARTS, COOL THINGS ETC.
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DEMOCRACY, COMMUNITY
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LOBBY ON THURS: TELL LOCAL REP, SENATOR WE DON'T WANT CUTS TO SOCIAL SECURITY
(FROM BROOKE AUDREYAL)
I wanted to share with you the following message we received from a MoveOn member in California. He tells a moving story about how important it is that Social Security not be cut in the Fiscal Showdown.
Please join with MoveOn members across the country dropping a message off at your Representative's local office.
Thanks for all you’ve done this year, and all we’ll do together in the next,
Michael Phelan
Social Security Works
---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Frank Burton <moveon-help@list.moveon.org>
Subject: Drop by on Thursday?
Dear Michael,
I've paid into Social Security for more than fifty years. My five children and six grandchildren are paying into Social Security now. I retired ten years ago, and in 2008 and again this year, I campaigned for President Obama. I elected the President, and other Democrats, to protect Social Security and to ask the wealthy to pay their fair share in taxes—not to cave in to Republican demands to cut the benefits that my family, and millions of other families, depend on.
But last week, in fiscal talks with Republican Speaker Boehner, President Obama offered to cut Social Security benefits. Negotiations are still in flux, but there's a real risk that a deal could be struck this week that includes those cuts. Democrats in Congress—whose support is needed to pass a deal—have been split on whether they'd allow Social Security cuts.
This is an unusual time for politics. We're taking much needed holiday breaks. We're traveling. We're holding our family and friends very, very close.
Amid all of this—in fact, because of all of this—on Thursday, I'm walking into my representative's local office with a few friends and family members, and we're delivering a clear message before it's too late: Don't cut Social Security benefits.
I won't sit back and let my Social Security—which I've earned and paid for—be cut. I won't sit back and let my children and grandchildren's Social Security be jeopardized.
Can you join your voice with mine by dropping by your Representative's district office this Thursday?
Yes, I will take action Thursday. Show me where the closest district office is!
Members of Congress are home this week for the holidays, and when they head back to Washington on Thursday, they may be asked to vote to cut Social Security. If this happens—and it breaks my heart to think about it—Barack Obama could become the first Democratic president in history to cut this core social insurance program. Even if President Obama is willing for that to be his legacy, I just won't tolerate it—will you?
You don't have to do exactly what I'm doing. But, please do something. This is our last, best chance, and it really is in our hands. Here are a few ideas I've heard for what you can do on Thursday, but really, do whatever moves you:
- Deliver holiday cards to your Representative's district office office with the message, "I hope this isn't the last holiday card I write you—but it will be if you cut my benefits."
- Sing different words to holiday songs that carry your message—look online, or make up your own! Or, picket outside the office and call your local TV news station to come along.
- Bring your family—especially your kids or grandkids if you have them. They'll give punch to your message.
If you want to make your message memorable, do something fun and creative. Drop off a bag of nuts (peanuts, pecans, whatever you've got!) at your Representative's district office with a note saying, "This is nuts! No Social Security cuts!"
I'll be out there Thursday, along with thousands of MoveOn members all across America—will you join us?
Yes, I can take action Thursday. Show me where the closest district office is!
I'd love to hear what idea you have for Thursday—sign up using the link above and share your idea, or use one I've suggested.
Thank you, and happy holidays,
Frank Burton
MoveOn member
Castro Valley, CA
P.S. New districts and newly-elected members of Congress don't go into effect until January, so the information above is still current.
| Peace & Nonviolence Update NEWTOWN , CT. MEMORIAL SERVICE
There will be an EVENING PRAYER SERVICE on the feast of Holy Innocents,
Dec. 28, 2012 at St. Joseph Church, 745 Ezzard Charles Drive 45203. The service will be gin at 5:00 PM with a reception in Fr. Rivers Hall immediately following. All are welcome.
Please share this information with your friends and constituents. Questions call 513-784-9738. Donate to IJPC! |
| Our mailing address is: Intercommunity Justice and Peace Center 215 E 14th St , Copyright (C) 2012 Intercommunity Justice and Peace Center All rights reserved. |
LOCAL SHELTER-FROM-THE-COLD NOW OPEN FOR HOMELESS
Winter Shelter Open
For Immediate Release: December 26, 2012
From: Greater Cincinnati Homeless Coalition
Contacts: Josh Spring LSW, Executive Director; 513-716-7455
Arlene Nolan, Drop Inn Center Director, 513-721-0643 ext. 117
Starting today, Wednesday, December 26th at 8pm the Winter Shelter will open in its full capacity. Everyone will be welcomed at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church (1528 Race St.- near Race and Liberty) starting each evening at 8pm and closing each morning at 6am. The Winter Shelter will remain open every night until most likely the end of February. The Winter Shelter will accept everyone. The Winter Shelter is the effort of several area organizations to provide people who otherwise would be sleeping outside or in unheated homes a safe and warm place. Sleeping outside in winter weather can cause great sickness and even death. The Winter Shelter is paid for primarily from donations sent by area organizations and people. Those wanting to donate can send checks made payable to the Drop Inn Center with the memo “Warm Hearts.” (217 W. 12th St., Cincinnati, OH). All checks with the memo “Warm Hearts” will go directly to running the Winter Shelter.
Josh Spring LSW
Executive Director
Greater Cincinnati Homeless Coalition
117 E. 12th Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Office: 513-421-7803 ext. 13
Cell: 513-716-7455
www.cincihomeless.org
local PROGRESSIVE JEWS' GROUP FORMING *Wednesday, January 9, Organizational meeting for the new Hamilton County Democratic Jewish Caucus, 6:30 pm, Molly Malones, 6111 Montgomery Road, Pleasant Ridge, 45213. rsvp requested to
SWOhioJewsforObama@gmail.com Come learn how you can make a meaningful contribution to the Democratic Party as we prepare for the 2014 state and gubernatorial races and the 2016 presidential race.
The County Party is hosting an Inauguration Party - everyone is invited, please bring your family and friends as we celebrate 4 more years! Monday, January 21, 2013, Cincy's on Sixth, 41 East 6th Street, Downtown, 45202. The cost is $20/person for a light dinner, larger contributions gratefully accepted. Cash Bar. Please mail your check with RSVP by 1/16/13 to Hamilton County Democratic Party, 6109 Webbland Place, Cincinnati, 45213. Wear Blue, Dress-up or Dress-down but be ready to party! Invite attached.
Wishing everyone a relaxing Holiday Season!
-Julie
POWER INSPIRES PROGRESS These folks are doing an awesome job in OTR helping folks become job-ready. They run Venice on Vine pizza restaurant. Check out their website HERE, and read below: | Our Mission: Power Inspires Progress operates small businesses in the inner city to provide positive, meaningful work opportunities for adults with employment barriers. We teach basic education, life skills, work ethics and personal responsibility. Trainees gain the knowledge and experience to be successful in the workforce. Our Values: Diversity. Education. Community. Collaboration. | | Please make a financial contribution today to continue this work. Every donation is matched by income from our catering and restaurant businesses. Power Inspires Progress
727 Ezzard Charles Drive
Cincinnati OH 45203
www.powerinspiresprogress.com
513-221-7020
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Did you know John Cranley is RUNNING FOR MAYOR?
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ENVIRONMENT; HEALTH
Lots of newsletters from Environmental groups. Don't miss 3 local and one national!
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