By Adrienne Fong
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Articles in two sections – 2nd section is on Haiti
ARTICLES
A. From Military to Policing, Say No to a Federal Budget That Prioritizes Violence – April 26, 2023
From Military to Policing, Say No to a Federal Budget That Prioritizes Violence – Truthout
B. Why was Glossip’s clemency denied if the Pardon and Parole Board voted 2-2? – April 26, 2023
https://kfor.com/news/local/why-was-glossips-clemency-denied-if-the-pardon-and-parole-board-voted-2-2/
See Petition # 2
C. Pfizer Gave Millions to ‘Independent’ Groups to Push COVID Vaccine Mandates – April 26, 2023
D. WATCH: CN Live! — ‘Assange v. the Espionage Act’ – April 25, 2023
E. Biohazard risk in Sudan as warring faction seizes lab – WHO – April 25, 2023
F. French Unions Prepare for Massive May Day Actions – April 22, 2023
French Unions Prepare for Massive May Day Actions : Indybay
G. The destruction of a community in Oakland – April 20, 2023
The destruction of a community in Oakland – 48 hills
HAITI:
Also see Event / Action item # 1
A. Statement from Haitian Women’s & Popular Organizations – April 25, 2023
B. Haiti, Hunger, and US Prison Imperialism – April 19, 2023
https://www.blackagendareport.com/haiti-hunger-and-us-prison-imperialism
C. Haiti: “The Truth Speaks for Itself” March 19, 2023
Haiti: “The Truth Speaks for Itself” (sfbayview.com)
5 PETITIONS
1. Fight back against Kevin McCarthy’s bad deal!
SIGN: Fight back against Kevin McCarthy’s bad deal! | Win Without War
2. Save Richard Glossip: Demand A Moratorium on Oklahoma Executions
SIGN: Save Richard Glossip: Demand A Moratorium on Oklahoma Executions – Action Network
3. Demand Gov. Ron DeSantis Stop Censoring Teachers, Students, and Journalists Now
SIGN: Demand Gov. Ron DeSantis Stop Censoring Teachers, Students, and Journalists Now (actionnetwork.org)
4. Urge Predident Lula da Silva to support the Munduruku and commit ot declare their lands as Indigenous Territories!
SIGN: Demarcation Now! Mining Out of the Amazon! | Amazon Watch
5. Sign to Urge Sec. Vilsack: Save Oak Flat!
SIGN: Sign Now to Urge Sec. Vilsack: Save Oak Flat! (actionnetwork.org)
EVENTS / ACTIONS
Thursday, April 27 – Monday, May 1
Thursday, April 27
1. Thursday –Free Haiti! Stop The Genocide! All Day: Day of Action in Solidarity with the Haitian People!
Phone, Email, and Twitter Blast to Congress
and President Biden throughout the Day
Call, tweet, and email these demands to your Representatives in the House by going to https://www.house.gov/representatives, your Senators by going to https://www.senate.gov/senators/senators-contact.htm, and President Biden by going to https://www.whitehouse.gov/get-involved/write-or-call/
Call between 11 AM and 3 PM EST or 8 AM to Noon PT. Tweet Biden @POTUS and text him at 302-404-0880.
Call or tweet UN Secretary-General António Guterres with the same demands ph: (212) 963-7160 and tweet him at @antonioguterresA
Demand the following:
● Stop the massacres! Stop using our tax dollars to fund the brutal Haitian National Police and affiliated death squads
● Stop supporting the dictatorship of Ariel Henry
● Stop blocking, attacking, and deporting Haitian refugees
● Support the Haitian people’s struggle for liberation and their own transition government free from interference by the US and the Core Group
● End the occupation! Sovereignty and self-determination for Haiti
Host: Haiti Action Committee
Info: https://haitisolidarity.net/april-27th-day-of-action-in-solidarity-with-haiti/
2. Thursday, 9:00am (PT); 12Noon (ET). Tibet Talks: 10 Years of Xi Jinping
Online will stream on Facebook: TIBET TALKS: 10 YEARS OF XI JINPING | Facebook
(You don’t need login to view)
When Xi Jinping took over as China’s top leader in 2012, there were hopes that his reputation as a moderate and his father’s relationship with the Dalai Lama would lead to a softening of policies. Instead, Xi has proven to be a hardliner whose indefinite rule began this past month, unforeseen a decade ago.
To mark Xi’s decade in charge, ICT is publishing a new report, “10 Years of Xi Jinping: Sinification and Securitization of Tibetans for the Chinese Nation-State.” In this Tibet Talk, we’ll speak to the report’s author, ICT Research Analyst Tenzin Norgay, about Xi’s impact on Tibet and what the future holds
Info: TIBET TALKS: 10 YEARS OF XI JINPING | Facebook
3. Thursday, 12Noon (PT), Bipartisan Agreement — on Israeli Apartheid
Online registration: Meeting Registration – Zoom
As the new Israeli government escalates state violence against Palestinians to unprecedented levels, join these virtual 30-minute gatherings to learn the latest, take action, and connect with others who share your anger and resolve. When you register for one event, you will automatically be registered for upcoming gatherings as well.
Power Hours for Palestine: Take Action for 30 Min with JVP
It’s no secret that U.S. support for Israel crosses party lines. But the coming weeks promise a veritable cross-aisle parade of high-power politicians traveling from D.C. to celebrate the “ironclad” relationship with Israel. Right now, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries is leading a delegation. Next week, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy will lead another delegation. And Florida governor and Republican presidential hopeful Ron DeSantis will be heading over later this week as well.
The timing of these trips is no coincidence. This week marks the 75th anniversary of the establishment of the state of Israel, and its heavily nationalistic Independence Day and Memorial Day celebrations. It is also, of course, the 75th anniversary of the Nakba — but a discussion of Palestinians’ ongoing state of catastrophe and ethnic cleansing at the hands of the Israeli government is not expected to be on any of the delegates’ agendas.
So what is the purpose of these visits?
Jeffries’ office said, “While in Israel, we will meet with a number of stakeholders about Israel’s unique challenges within the region and discuss our efforts to maintain and strengthen the special relationship between our nations.”
McCarthy has brag-Tweeted that he will be the second Speaker of the House in history to address the Knesset, in commemoration of Israel’s 75th year of statehood.
DeSantis will meet with Trump-buddy Netanyahu to deliver a keynote at a trade conference co-sponsored, deeply ironically, by the Museum of Tolerance in Jerusalem. He’ll speak about “the importance of the U.S.-Israel relationship – especially in difficult times.”
“Difficult times” may allude to the recent massive protests in Israel over Netanyahu’s proposed judicial overhaul. But, despite the mildest of rebukes from the Biden administration, these visits make clear that Washington is as committed as ever to its uncharacteristic display of bipartisan solidarity — over unconditional support for Israel’s apartheid regime.
See Event # 7
Info from Jewish Voice For Peace
4. Thursday, 5:30pm, Teach-in; 6:30pm Rally – U.S. Out Of The Philippines! Junk all unequal military agreements between the U.S. & the Philippines!
In person rsvp: IMG_8294.JPG (1125×1125)
Union Square
SF
5:30pm – Teach-in
6:30pm – Rally
Neoliberalism Teach-in & Rally w/ BAYAN NorCal to signify the end of the Balikatan military exercises and raise the call to Junk EDCA and other unequal military treaties!
WHY: With the Balikatan military exercises coming to an end, BAYAN NorCal is heightening the call to oppose and expose the real role of these military exercises: for the U.S. to tighten its imperialist grip on the Philippines and to take advantage of the country! On the anniversary of the signing of the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA), BAYAN NorCal continues the call to JUNK EDCA and all other forms of unequal military agreements! Additionally, Bongbong Marcos Jr. will be holding a bilateral meeting with U.S. President Biden on May 1st, which we recognize as yet another attempt to strengthen the relationship between this imperialist power and its puppet regime. We call on all Filipinos and solidarity allies to join us in the call for the U.S. to get out of the Philippines and Asia Pacific!
Info: IMG_8294.JPG (1125×1125)
5. Thursday, 7:00pm – 9:00pm, Sunsara Taylor Speaking on: “Woke” Lunacy VS. Real Revolution
In person
Revolution Books – Berkeley
2444 Durant Ave.
Berkeley, CA
Special Presentation and Discussion by RNL (Revolution Nothing Less) Show co-host, Sunsara Taylor:
“Woke” Lunacy VS. Real Revolution
Watch this video: From The Bob Avakian Interviews: “Woke Is A Joke, A Bad Joke” https://youtu.be/8rG5gSObin0
Info: Sunsara Taylor Speaking on: “Woke” Lunacy VS. Real Revolution : Indybay or “Woke” Lunacy vs. Real Revolution – presentation & discussion | Facebook
Friday, April 28
6. Friday, 9:00am, Court Support for Sean Moore’s Family –
In person
SF Hall of Justice – Dept. 20 (second floor – elevator access)
850 Bryant St.
SF
Court hearing of SFPD’s officer Kenneth Cha for homicide of Sean Moore.
Sean Moore an unarmed man was shot in his own home by SFPD officer Kenneth Cha in 2017. In 2020 Sean died of his wounds.
For over a year the Moore Family have attended monthly hearings with delay tactics by the defense attorney for Cha. On Cha’s first day back after administrative leave, he killed another man and shot him in the back.
All support is welcomed.
JUSTICE FOR SEAN MOORE!
JUSTICE FOR ALL VICTIMS OF POLICE TERROR!.
7. Friday, 1:00pm – 2:00pm, Free Palestine!
In person
Israeli Consulate
456 Montgomery St. (nr. California St.)
SF
All are invited to stand with Mothers On The March, picket in front of the Israeli Consulate and speak out against Israel’s genocide of the Palestinian People!!
Demand an end to the horror inflicted on Palestinians by the Zionist Israeli government.
Support the people of Palestine!
FREE PALESTINE!
BOYCOTT, DIVEST AND SANCTION ISRAEL!
BOYCOTT BIRTHRIGHT!
THERE ARE NO “CHOSEN PEOPLE”
Info: Free Palestine : Indybay
Saturday, April 29
8. Saturday, 9:00am – 11:00am, Free virtual screening of the documentary film “Ghost Town – The Hebron Story”
Online registration: Webinar Registration – Zoom
The full length documentary Ghost Town-The Story of Hebron is about what is considered by UNESCO, Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch to be the most violent city in Occupied Palestine. It is narrated by Martin Sheen and includes an interview with Noam Chomsky. Filmed over 4 years it tells the stories of the Palestinian citizens of Hebron and their tensions with the Israeli soldiers and Jewish settlers who claim their land.
The Hebron Story, narrated by Martin Sheen, is about the most violent city in the West Bank.
The film screening will be followed by a discussion with filmmaker Ellie Bernstein.
Info: Free virtual screening of the documentary film “Ghost Town – The Hebron Story” : Indybay
9. Saturday, 7:00pm – 10:00pm, Tucan’s World, an art pop up, on what would have been Sean Monterrosa’s 25th Birthday
In person
Medicine For Nightmare’s Bookstore
3036 – 24th St.
SF
Join us as we celebrate the life and legacy of Sean Monterrosa on what would have been his 25th birthday.
Tucan’s World, an art pop up, featuring work from community-oriented artists, movement photographers, and art from the black book of Sean “Tucan” Monterrosa.
Sean Monterrosa was a 22-year-old Latino American man who was fatally shot on June 2, 2020, by Vallejo police officer Jarrett Tonn.[1] Monterrosa was on his knees and had his hands above his waist when Tonn shot him through the windshield of his unmarked police pickup truck. The police later said Tonn shot him because he erroneously believed a hammer in Monterrosa’s pocket was a gun.[2] Monterrosa later died at a local hospital
Currated by The Monterrosa Sisters with the support of the DJ Project.
Info: https://medicinefornightmares.com/events
Sunday, April 30
10. Sunday, 9:00am – 11:00am, TIM REDMOND Update on Our City The Good, the Bad, And the Ugly!
In person
Unitarian Universalist Sunday Forum
First Unitarian Universalist Church, San Francisco
Thomas Starr King Room
1187 Franklin Street at Geary
SF
Via ZOOM: Join Zoom Meeting at 9:30 am
*Click Here for Zoom
Tim Redmond, the editor, and publisher of 48 Hills, San Francisco’s online independent community news and culture site, was formerly the editor of the legendary SF Bay Guardian alternative weekly newspaper. Currently, San Franciscans are becoming more and more skeptical of the way this City is being managed, the growing number of people living and dying on our streets, many from the effects of the fentanyl epidemic. Who is responsible, and can this City overcome these failures, which are growing with no end in sight?
Tim will speak about these issues and others from his insider’s knowledge about the policies being discussed and proposed at City Hall; and his opinions on the root causes of these deplorable issues in this affluent and self-proclaimed “progressive” City.
We always look forward to Tim’s appearances at our Forum, as we try to unravel and discuss these issues which we deeply care about. This is an opportunity to participate in the discussion after his presentation. Join us for a lively exchange of ideas.
Info: Tim Redmond: Update on our City – The Good, the Bad and the Ugly : Indybay
11. Sunday, 1:00pm – 3:00pm, May Day Celebration 2023 – Workers vs. Billionaires: The Good, the Bad & the Ugly
In person
New Valencia Hall, 747 Polk Street
San Francisco
(7 blocks from Civic Center BART, on/near Muni lines #5, 19, 27, 31, 38, 49)
Wheelchair accessible
ZOOM option registration: Meeting Registration – Zoom
Labor agitators, including Amy Gray-Schlink; City plumber and co-founder of Strength in Numbers at the SF Water Dept., rank & file workers fighting management abuses
Speaking on:
• Newly organized unionists stir things up
• Tightwad bosses fight back
• Where to look for labor leadership
• Lessons from history and prospects forworker victories
Host: Freedom Socialist Party
Info: May Day Celebration 2023 – Workers vs. Billionaires: The Good, the Bad & the Ugly : Indybay or Workers vs. Billionaires: The Good, the Bad & the Ugly | Facebook
12. Sunday, 2:30pm – 4:00pm (PT); 5:30pm – 7:00pm (ET), Military Bases and US Empire: A Conversation with David Vine, Author of Base Nation
Online registration: Meeting Registration – Zoom
In February 2023, the Biden administration announced the establishment of four new U.S. military bases in the Philippines, under the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement, to counter China and establish dominance in the Asia-Pacific region. The new bases add to the five existing bases established in 2016 under Obama, and come over 20 years after the closure of the Subic Bay and Clark Air Bases, which came under intense scrutiny and were closed after the Philippine senate rejected their extension following protests throughout the 1980s and 1990s.
Throughout history, the U.S. has used military bases as part of its imperial project to assert its political and economic hegemony around the world. These bases have led to severe problems in host countries, such as human rights abuses, sexual violence, and long-term environmental damage.
Join Malaya Movement USA and Malaya New York for a conversation with Professor David Vine, author of Base Nation: How U.S. Military Bases Abroad Harm America and the World and learn about the history of U.S. military bases in places like the Philippines, Puerto Rico, Honduras, Guam, and more.
Info: Facebook
13. Sunday, 6:00pm – 8:00pm, Voices of Palestinian Resistance: Commemorating 75 Years of Nakba
In person
Tickets: City Box Office
Sydney Goldstein Theater
275 Hayes St.
San Francisco
(near Civic Center BART)
Fundraiser for Middle East Children’s Alliance
Featuring:
Special Introduction by Dr. ANGELA DAVIS
In person: RASHIDA TLAIB, Congresswoman from Michigan
and
Original video interviews with Palestinian refugees about their history and dreams
RASHIDA TLAIB
“A mother working for justice for all.”
Rashida Tlaib is a well-known progressive warrior, proud daughter of Palestinian immigrant parents, and mother of two children. The name Rashida means “righteous” in Arabic. Rashida made history by becoming the first woman of Palestinian descent to become a Congressperson and the first Muslim woman to ever serve in the Michigan Legislature.
For more information: https://www.mecaforpeace.org/event/sf-voic…
Info: Voices of Palestinian Resistance: Commemorating 75 Years of Nakba : Indybay
Monday, May 1
May Day – International Workers Day
14. Monday, 11:00am May First 2023 San Francisco March and Rally
In person meet at:
16th Street & Mission St. BART Station
SF
El lunes 1 de mayo, se realizará una marcha de la 16 y Mission a la alcaldía de San Francisco en solidaridad con los trabajadores en lucha en todo el mundo, en especial con los inmigrantes y los refugiados desplazados por las guerras, la pobreza, la violencia y las catástrofes climáticas. Nos solidarizamos especialmente con los inmigrantes detenidos en estos momentos en los centros de detención (verdaderos campos de concentración), en tránsito o estancados en las fronteras, obligados a crear campamentos con condiciones de vida infrahumanas, y con las víctimas de la represión o el accionar criminal como la ocurrida en el centro de detención de Ciudad Juárez, Mexico.
Marchamos para reclamar la regularización de la situación de millones de trabajadores indocumentados en este país que después de tres décadas siguen viviendo en la sombra, privados de derechos laborales y civiles y de la posibilidad de visitar a sus familias en sus lugares de origen, en un sistema prácticamente de apartheid.
Marchamos por una reforma migratoria que otorgue la residencia permanente y un proceso sin escollos para la ciudadanía para todo aquel que lo quiera. Marchamos por el otorgamiento de la residencia permanente a todos aquellos inscritos en el programa del TPS. Marchamos por el cierre de los centros de detención de la migra y la liberación inmediata de todos los detenidos. Marchamos para que se abra la frontera sur y puedan entrar todos los detenidos y hacinados en campos de concentración.
Marchamos por plenos derechos para todos los trabajadores inmigrantes y sus familias, incluido el derecho a recibir el seguro de desempleo y otros servicios sociales fundamentales.
Marchamos para protestar la constante violencia contra la comunidad inmigrante sea en la forma de violencia policial, de ICE o del peligro de la guerra.
MARCHAMOS POR LA DEFENSA DEL STATUS DE CIUDAD SANTUARIO DE LA CIUDAD DE SAN FRANCISCO
AQUÍ ESTAMOS Y NO NOS VAMOS
ESTE ES NUESTRA CIUDAD Y NO LO ABANDONAMOS
¡Viva el primero de mayo!
¡Vivan los trabajadores!
¡Las luchas de los trabajadores no tienen fronteras!
¡REFORMA MIGRATORIA YA!
¡PAPELES PARA TODOS – YA!
Info: May First 2023 San Francisco March and Rally | Facebook
15. Monday, 12:30pm – 2:30pm, SF May Day 2023 Rally! SF May Day 2023 Rally!
In person
ILWU Local 10
400 North Point St.
San Francisco
A Day for Global Labor Solidarity to fight against Privatization, Automation, Systemic Racism, Fascism, Union Busting, War, Environmental destruction, and Inflation.
Angela DAVIS, scholar and militant (recorded statement)
Clarence THOMAS, ILWU member, retired
ILWU Local 10 Delegation to South Africa.
Mike Stout, Labor Musician
Info: SF May Day 2023 Rally! A Day for Global Labor Solidarity : Indybay and MayDay | Facebook
