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Solidarity 69

The purpose of this group is to create solidarity among the left & to take action by any means necessary.

Location: The frontline is everywhere!
Members: 71
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How to Promote Solidarity? 1 Reply

I think this group is a great idea and a worthy goal, but the question is how do we achieve this or at least how do we take practical steps to it?I know of many different attempts to unify various…Continue

Started by Rhys Harrison. Last reply by Joe Balkis Sep 30, 2012.

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Comment by Joe Balkis on June 11, 2012 at 2:55
Marxism Class: Communist Manifesto
Saturday, June 16, 2pm to 5pm 4802 N. Broadway #202 (Red Line – Lawrence Stop) Directions Info: 773-920-7590
Want to study how to make real change? Then join us for a special in-depth, three hour class on the Communist Manifesto. Written by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels in 1848, the Communist Manifesto gives workers an important tool in understanding the capitalist system and why it can and will be replaced by Socialism.
You can read the Communist Manifesto before class online. We will be covering chapters one and two in two sessions with a short break between sessions. Reading before class is helpful but not necessary. The class will be conducted in an informal discussion based style. Reading copies will be available at the class.
Class Schedule 2 - 330 pm: Chapter 1 345 - 5 pm: Chapter 2
The last lines of the Manifesto: "Let the ruling classes tremble at a Communistic revolution. The proletarians have nothing to lose but their chains. They have a world to win."
$5 Donation Requested. No one turned away for lack of funds.
PSL Chicago 773-920-7590 http://www.pslchicago.org
 
Comment by Joe Balkis on June 6, 2012 at 16:15

On Blackness Re-Imagined Jane Addams Hull-House Museum, 800 S. Halsted St, Chicago Performance and conversation with Krista Franklin and Michael Warr. MORE INFORMATION.

Friday, June 8, 7:20 PM "Koch Brothers Exposed" DuPage Unitarian Church, 4S535 Old Naperville Rd, Naperville Showing of documentary followed by discussion. MORE INFORMATION.
Saturday, June 9, 11 AM Community Forum Holy Cross Hospital, 2701 W. 68th St Basement, Chicago On jobs, Daley City College, and the Arturo Velasquez Institute. MORE INFORMATION.
Saturday, June 9, 2:30 PM Austerity and Democracy Lincoln Park Public Library, 1150 W. Fullerton, Chicago Dr. William Pelz compares and contrasts responses to austerity in North America and Europe. An Open Univeristy of the Left event.
Sunday, June 10, 2 PM to 6 PM Tribunal on Women and Climate Justice Sacred Heart, 329 S. Ottawa St, Joliet The second of two tribunals that will be held in the United States to highlight how women living in persistent poverty areas and impoverished communities are being affected by climate-related issues. MORE INFORMATION.
Monday, June 11, 6 PM to 8 PM "Bananas!" 637 S. Dearborn, Chicago Showing of the documentary followed by discussion. MORE INFORMATION.
Thursday, June 14, 7 PM Voting and Speaking Out Popular Creek Library, 1405 S. Park Blvd, Streamwood, IL Join ACLU staff attorney Ruth Brown for a discussion on voter suppression and attacks on free speech. MORE INFORMATION.
Friday, June 15, 7 PM A Call for Peacemakers 78th Place & Throop, Chicago End of the school year march to proclaim "Peace in the Streets" MORE INFORMATION.
 
Comment by Joe Balkis on June 6, 2012 at 16:14

From Employee to Serf
Two Thirteen Building, 213 S. Wheaton Ave, Wheaton
Tim Bell, Senior Organizer for the Chicago Workers' Collaborative, will discuss why temporary workers have become the largest labor force in the State of Illinois. MORE INFORMATION.
Thursday, June 7, Noon

Comment by Joe Balkis on May 28, 2012 at 0:50

IVAW's Memorial Day Observance Monday, May 28th

  • Monday, May 28th 2012, 11am
  • The Vietnam Veterans Memorial
  • Wacker & Wabash Chicago, IL

This Memorial Day, come support the Iraq Veterans Against the War who just participated in a historic action returning their War on Terror Medals to NATO. Hear from participants of the action, Vietnam Veterans and Gulf War era Veterans. This will be a remembrance ceremony of friends and family lost in past and current military conflicts.

Thank you for all your support,

Aaron Hughes

IVAW Organizing Team Leader

PS: Don't Forget to ta

Please help IVAW tell the real story of our historic action at the NATO summit by watching and share widely, Democracy Now's excellent coverage of the event.

If you haven't done it yet, don't forget to email General Campbell tell him to stand for service members right to heal and to hold a safety stand down at Ft Hood to inform solders about his own policies MEDCEN 01 and SURG 01 that is not being upheld.

Comment by Joe Balkis on May 26, 2012 at 23:20

There are still dozens of people held in jail in Chicago after the NATO protests.  In addition, the police bloodied upwards of 90 people on Sunday, according to the National Lawyers Guild's Sarah Gelsamino.

For all the great work that the National Lawyers Guild does, raising bail is not something that they can legally do for their clients.  That is up to individuals and organizations not legally representing the imprisoned.
An ad hoc group of CANG8 activists has announced a fundraiser at:
Carey's Lounge, 2251 W. Devon Avenue, Sunday night beginning at 8 PM Suggested donation:  $10 - no one turned away for inability to pay
An account has been set up with Wepay.  To donate, go to: http://www.wepay.com/donations/nato-arrestee-bail-fund
All funds raised will go directly to those whom the Guild is able to identify as people who, as friends and family members, are trying to raise bail funds for their loved ones.
Comment by Joe Balkis on May 23, 2012 at 4:49
Chicago Teachers Union Contract Event
Comment by Joe Balkis on May 23, 2012 at 4:48
Historic Rally
Chicago Teachers Union STANDS STRONG
Wednesday
MAY 23
Photo: 1969 CTU Contract Vote at Auditorium Theatre
Comment by Joe Balkis on May 23, 2012 at 4:46
Auditorium Theatre 50 East Congress PLUS: OUTDOOR RALLY AT MICHIGAN & CONGRESS
 Doors Open at 3:00pm Rally Begins at 4:30pm MARCH FOLLOWS
Comment by Joe Balkis on May 23, 2012 at 4:43
Tomorrow is shaping up to be one of the most exciting days in the history of this union. Well over 4,000 members have pledged to attend the rally via our online RSVP page. We know of hundreds of supporters who will attend the outdoor rally at the northeast corner of Michigan and Congress. Below are some logistical details that will help you enjoy a smoothly run event.
  • WEAR YOUR CTU RED!
  • Parents, students, and other allies are welcome at the outdoor rally.
  • Members will be admitted on a first come, first served basis. Bus captains will receive tickets upon arrival. Those not on buses get tickets at the door. Click here for information on bus orders.
  • To be admitted to the theater you must have a union card or a paystub showing dues withdrawal.
  • Buses will drop members off on Wabash between Van Buren & Congress and pick up in the same place after the march.
  • WEAR YOUR CTU RED!
  • Represent your school with your own sign for in the theater and on the march.
  • For special mobility needs or American Sign Language interpretation, enter at 431 S. Wabash.
  • CTU apparel will be sold in the theater lobby.
  • It will be important to march after the rally. Wear comfortable shoes.
  • WEAR YOUR CTU RED!
Comment by Joe Balkis on May 21, 2012 at 17:23
Yesterday the police clubbed peaceful protesters.  We shouldn't have to put up with that.  We need to train for our mutual defense.  Contact Brother Joe for further information.
A protester is helped after sustaining an injury at a protest march and rally during this weekend's NATO summit in Chicago Sunday, May 20, 2012 in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast
 

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