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[E-News] Iran, Wetsuweten, and welcoming a new staff
Read MoreDownload the CFSC E-News in PDF .
Calling for diplomacy with Iran
Canadian Friends Service Committee is deeply concerned about the prospect of war with Iran. CFSC Clerk Lana Robinson has sent an open letter to Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Defence Minister.
The letter notes: "Opposition to war is
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The People of Colombia Are Cracking Up the Walls of War and Authoritarianism
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A Socialist Project e-bulletin ... No. 1980 ... January 20, 2020
_________________________________________________The People of Colombia Are Cracking Up the Walls of War and Authoritarianism
Justin Podur
The protests that started with the national strike called by Colombia’s central union on November 21
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Apple
Read MoreConcentration camps. Millions of lives destroyed.
Apple is collaborating with the government of China, putting profit above principles.
Will you demand Apple takes a stand?
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Apple is helping the government of China spy on phone calls and text messages by taking down apps that people use
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Book Launch: On This Patch of Grass /w Matt Hern
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Book Launch: On This Patch of Grass /w Matt Hern
A discussion based on the new book On This Patch of Grass: City Parks and Occupied Land (Fernwood Press, 2019), with author Matt Hern, and respondent Cheryl Teelucksingh (Ryerson University), Joce Tremblay
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Have coffee with me this Sunday?
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I wanted to follow up by inviting you to join me in a video chat to talk about our movement.
If you sign up here , you will receive instructions on how to connect to a video conferencing room with me and SumOfUs members from all over
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RCMP are at their door -- again
Read MoreThe RCMP has everything it needs to enforce an injunction against the Wet’suwet’en people standing against a massive fracked gas pipeline -- and they are moving in to strike again.
Call Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Bennett to respect the rights of Indigenous people, and Wet’suwet’en law.
A,
Last week, Coastal
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Take My Benefits -- Please!
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A Socialist Project e-bulletin ... No. 1979 ... January 17, 2020
_________________________________________________Take My Benefits -- Please!
Mark Dudzic
At the June 2019 House Ways and Means Committee Hearing on Medicare for All, Texas Republican Kevin Brady lamented, "That great healthcare plan that your
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[Sjsall] upcoming events and opportunities
Read MoreDear Friends of SJS,
Some great upcoming events/opportunities:
CAPI Internships:
This year, CAPI is offering 8 funded internship opportunities for UVic students to work with our partner organizations in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Japan.
Application deadline: 24 Jan 2020 at 4pm PST
Info session:
22 Jan 2020 | 12:30-1:30 pm in
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A Socialist Project e-bulletin ... No. 1978 ... January 16, 2020
_________________________________________________Die Linke: Now What?
Three Suggestions for a Left Strategy DiscussionMario Candeias
Society is being transformed. The party system is in a state of upheaval. Parties continually find themselves in
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Forests
Read MoreWhile Australia’s bushfires rage on, Costco is happily bulldozing the world’s largest forest in Canada to make toilet paper.
In just a few days, Costco’s bosses want to show off profits to investors at its annual shareholder meeting . This is your chance to turn this meeting into a PR nightmare
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A Socialist Project e-bulletin ... No. 1977 ... January 15, 2020
_________________________________________________France at a Crossroads
Richard Greeman
The nationwide general strike in France, now entering its record seventh week, seems to be approaching its crisis point. Despite savage police repression, about a
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POSTPONED DUE TO SNOW STORM! What's Up in the T'Sou-ke Hills?!
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A demonstrator outside the Australian embassy in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Photo: ReutersIn Case You Missed It
Record blazes: Australia’s devastating fires are set to keep burning into the coming weeks and months, despite some relief from lower temperatures this week.
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A Socialist Project e-bulletin ... No. 1976 ... January 14, 2020
_________________________________________________Argentina: Facing Another Debt Crisis
Éric Toussaint
After four years of brutal neoliberal policies under Mauricio Macri as President, Argentina is again facing a major debt crisis.
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Will Boeing Survive as a Civilian Aircraft Maker in 2020?
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A Socialist Project e-bulletin ... No. 1975 ... January 13, 2020
_________________________________________________Will Boeing Survive as a Civilian Aircraft Maker in 2020?
Marshall Auerback
The dismissal of Dennis Muilenburg as CEO of Boeing might have looked like an early Christmas present to the
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Cambodia: Strike wins reinstatement for suspended union leader at Naga World Hotel Casino r1
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Living Wages for Airport Workers?
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A Socialist Project e-bulletin ... No. 1974 ... January 12, 2020
_________________________________________________Living Wages for Airport Workers?
Steven Tufts
The 2018 increase in Ontario’s hourly minimum wage to $14 was perhaps the most substantial victory for low-wage workers in decades, including workers at
…Meet the new Executive Director! (and help us decide our next steps)
Read MoreHi A!
I'm Emma and I'm new! As a member of SumOfUs and now the Executive Director , I'd like to get to know you better.
I'd love for you to join a deeper conversation with all of us about where we should go in the next years. Check out the
…[Sjsall] upcoming events
Read MoreDear Friends of SJS,
Some great upcoming events:
Jan. 11:
Stop the Assault on Indigenous Sovereignty!
Noon to 2 pm
Legislative Assembly of British Columbia
Hosted by Wet'suwet'en Solidarity Victoria, Rise and Resist, Camas Books, Climate Justice Victoria, Victoria Anarchist Bookfair, Victoria Anarchist Reading Circle, Indigenous Solidarity Working Group
Jan.
…We Should Be Free to Say Fuck You to the Boss
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A Socialist Project e-bulletin ... No. 1973 ... January 10, 2020
_________________________________________________We Should Be Free to Say ‘Fuck You’ to the Boss
Ingar Solty
A tweet by someone calling themselves "Tony Sopranime" recently went viral, going like this:
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"Me when Bernie isBayer, Nestlé, Green New Deal
Read MoreA,
Late last year, we surveyed SumOfUs members on how you want us to curb corporate power in Canada in 2020. And we were overwhelmed by the results -- 3,400 of you took the survey. The results will help us plan our work in 2020 and beyond.
Two major themes emerged
…Stop what you're doing and watch this video
Stop what you're doing and watch this video r1 ...Read MoreTHIS TUESDAY! What's Up in the T'Sou-ke Hills? Info Session and Q&A
THIS TUESDAY! What's Up in the T'Sou-ke Hills? Info Session and Q&A r1 ...Read MoreIndia's Democracy Is Facing an Existential Threat
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A Socialist Project e-bulletin ... No. 1972 ... January 9, 2020
________________________________________________India’s Democracy Is Facing an Existential Threat
Vijay Prashad
India’s Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu made a curious comment on 28 December. "Express dissent in a democratic way," he said. Before
…Local Champions Scholarships still available (2020 Deadline)!
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Don't miss out - scholarships still available but going fast!
Deadline to Apply: **January 24, 2020**Local Champions is almost full but we have reserved a few full scholarships to ensure that the program is accessible to a diverse cross-section of community members. Full scholarships* are available for youth (ages 15-25),
…1/7 Update: Press Statement, New Video, Actions!
1/7 Update: Press Statement, New Video, Actions! r1 ...Read MoreThe Limits of Capitalism
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A Socialist Project e-bulletin ... No. 1971 ... January 8, 2020
________________________________________________The Limits of Capitalism
Laurie E. Adkin
At this point in human history, the limits of capitalism and the limits of our species’ life on Earth have converged. We have never
…Logging is banned in the Donut Hole, now lets ban mining
Logging is banned in the Donut Hole, now let’s ban mining r1 ...Read MoreAll eyes on Wetsuweten
r1Read MoreFriends,
We know 2020 is a critical year in the fight for our planet’s collective future. That’s why earlier this morning, organizers with Climate Justice Toronto and Rising Tide Toronto occupied the offices of one
…[sea-organizing] NEXT TUESDAY: What's Up in the T'Sou-ke Hills? Info Session and Q&A
What's Up in the T'Sou-ke Hills? Info Session and Q&ARead More
Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at 6 PM – 9 PM
Juan De Fuca Library meeting room, 1759 Island Hwy, Victoria
Join Friends of the T'Sou-ke Hills Wilderness for a presentation and Q&A session on the issues, threats and visions for this…Statement on Assassination of Qasem Soleimani and its Aftermath
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A Socialist Project e-bulletin ... No. 1970 ... January 7, 2020
________________________________________________Statement on Assassination of Qasem Soleimani and its Aftermath
International Alliance in Support of Workers in Iran
The US military’s assassination of Qasem Soleimani, one of the top military commanders of
…ALL EYES ON WET'SUWET'EN Action Callouts for this week!
ALL EYES ON WET'SUWET'EN Action Callouts for this week! r1 ...Read MoreIf Housing is a Right We Should Take It
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A Socialist Project e-bulletin ... No. 1969 ... January 6, 2020
________________________________________________If Housing is a Right We Should Take It
John Clarke
In Toronto and across Canada, homelessness has reached proportions that no rational and just society would tolerate and it constitutes
…URGENT: Video of CGL being evicted and Call to Action!
URGENT: Video of CGL being evicted and Call to Action! r1 ...Read MoreOppose US and Iran War
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A Socialist Project e-bulletin ... No. 1968 ... January 5, 2020
________________________________________________Oppose US and Iran War:
Solidarity with Uprisings in the Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) RegionAlliance of Middle Eastern and North African Socialists
In the early morning of January
…URGENT UPDATE: Chiefs Issue Eviction Notice To CGL
URGENT UPDATE: Chiefs Issue Eviction Notice To CGL r1 ...Read More[evoz] [Sjsall] upcoming events and opportunities
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Dear Friends of SJS,
Some great upcoming events/opportunities:
CAPI Internships:
This year, CAPI is offering 8 funded internship opportunities for UVic students to work with our partner organizations in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Japan.
Application deadline: 24 Jan 2020 at 4pm PST
Info
…[evoz] Cafe Simpatico Jan 31 - El Porvenir - Vision for Organic Food Security
Read MoreCAFÉ SIMPATICO
Friday January 31, 2020 1923 Fernwood Road.
...Bernies Green New Deal Stands Out, and Now Labor Must Step Up
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A Socialist Project e-bulletin ... No. 1967 ... January 3, 2020
________________________________________________Bernie’s Green New Deal Stands Out, and Now Labor Must Step Up
Trade Unions for Energy Democracy
Bernie’s Green New Deal is the real deal. It is very different from the
…Canada, Israel and the UN Security Council
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A Socialist Project e-bulletin ... No. 1966 ... January 2, 2020
________________________________________________Canada, Israel and the UN Security Council
Hanna Kawas
Canadian activists have compiled a study of Canada’s 2019 voting record at the United Nations on resolutions [see list below] that document
…Thank You A
Read MoreHappy New Year A!
I want to kick off 2020 by saying thank YOU so much for being a beloved member of our SumOfUs community.
Our victories throughout 2019 would not have been possible if it weren’t for the support of SumOfUs members like you. Whether it’s signing a petition
…Happy New Year! Here's to stronger public health care in 2020
NationBuilder r1Read MoreBritish Columbia Health Coalition
Dear Paov --
Happy New Year! In this, our first month without unfair MSP fees for almost everyone in BC, we send a huge thanks to you, and all our members, for being there with us working to strengthen public health care for all.
This
…ALERT: BC Supreme Court Approve Injunction; Hereditary Chiefs Reject Decision!
ALERT: BC Supreme Court Approve Injunction; Hereditary Chiefs Reject Decision! r1 ...Read MoreWays Out of the Growth Trap
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A Socialist Project e-bulletin ... No. 1965 ... January 1, 2020
________________________________________________Ways Out of the Growth Trap:
Trade Unions, Climate Crisis and the "Ecology of Work"Ulrich Brand
As the remarkable success of "Fridays for Future" and "Extinction Rebellion" shows, the climate
…This is just the beginning, Paov
r1Read MoreDear Paov,
We’re so close to meeting our fundraising goal. Can you help us raise another $10,000 before midnight (PST) tonight so we can hit the ground running in the New Year? Your gift will be matched 100%!
…Checking in
Read MoreA,
Just before the year is out, I wanted to send you a quick note to ask whether you’re able to help close our budget shortfall before the year ends.
Together we’ve created real change in 2019, A. But there’s more work to do to build the world we want
…This is just the beginning, Paov
r1Read MoreDear Paov,
In 2019, we launched a bold people-powered movement for a made-in-Canada Green New Deal. In 2020, we’re taking this work to the next level.
But, Paov, none of this can happen without support from people like you. Will you make a
…[E-News] Have you checked out this "must read"?
Read MoreDownload the CFSC E-News in PDF .
Support justice and peace before 2019 ends
A huge thank you to everyone who's donated so far to support the justice and peace work we update you about each month!
If you haven't done so yet, this is your last chance before time runs
…Keep hope alight: day by day, decade by decade
Keep hope alight: day by day, decade by decadeRead MoreKeep hope alight: day by day, decade by decade
Keep hope alight: day by day, decade by decadeRead MoreHolding Pens for the Homeless
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A Socialist Project e-bulletin ... No. 1964 ... December 30, 2019
__________________________________________________Holding Pens for the Homeless
John Clarke
Homelessness is spinning out of control in many places, not least right here in Toronto. However, in California, the situation is now generating an
…COP-Out: The Military and Climate Change/Justice
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A Socialist Project e-bulletin ... No. 1963 ... December 29, 2019
__________________________________________________COP-Out: The Military and Climate Change/Justice
Judith Deutsch
The world situation is much worse than generally acknowledged. This December, the coinciding meetings of NATO and of the climate change Conference of
…(Bump) Hello A
Read MoreA, you’ve done so much for people and the planet in 2019.
And that’s why I’ve got high hopes I can count on your help today.
We still need to raise CA$122,807 before December 31st to sustain our work fighting unchecked corporate power. A, if we don’t cover this gap,
…The People of India Are Taking It to the Streets
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A Socialist Project e-bulletin ... No. 1962 ... December 27, 2019
__________________________________________________The People of India Are Taking It to the Streets:
Challenging Modi’s Bigoted and Dishonest GovernmentVijay Prashad
Every day and in every part of India, hundreds of thousands of people
…End of a decade
r1Read More 
The September 27, 2019, Climate Strike in Edmonton, Canada. Photo: @abdulymalik
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To close out 2019, we wanted to do something special. It’s not just the end of the year — it’s the end of an incredible decade of climate activism andThe Case for Free Public Transit in Toronto
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A Socialist Project e-bulletin ... No. 1961 ... December 26, 2019
__________________________________________________The Case for Free Public Transit in Toronto
Saron Gebresellassi, Matt Fodor
Free public transit is a growing movement around the world. According to the book Free Public Transit: And Why
…This one is for YOU A
Read MoreYou are truly amazing, A -- I am incredibly grateful for everything you do all year long to hold corporations accountable.
From the bottom of my heart: thank you.
Just look at all the things you’ve achieved this year: you got some of the most dangerous bee-killers and pesticides banned in
…Outraged by the RCMP news? Please Take Action
Outraged by the RCMP news? Please Take Action r1 ...Read MoreWe Must Overcome Our Atomization to Beat Back Neoliberal Fascism
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A Socialist Project e-bulletin ... No. 1960 ... December 24, 2019
__________________________________________________We Must Overcome Our Atomization to Beat Back Neoliberal Fascism
Henry A. Giroux
The recent impeachment hearings in the United States made clear that President Donald Trump abused his office and
…My message to you
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Dear Paov,
2020 is about to dawn, and 2020 is going to have to be the year . The year we see carbon emissions stop growing and start falling. The year we elect new leadership that understands the meaning of the word
…How the Rich Plan to Rule a Burning Planet
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A Socialist Project e-bulletin ... No. 1959 ... December 23, 2019
__________________________________________________How the Rich Plan to Rule a Burning Planet
James Plested
The climate crisis isn’t a future we must fight to avoid. It’s an already unfolding reality. It’s the intensification of
…GM Oshawa Last Day of Vehicle Production
Read MoreLeft Streamed — Recorded in Toronto, 18 December 2019
GM Oshawa Last Day of Vehicle Production
Don’t Let it be the End of the Line for the Oshawa Plant!
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The last GM vehicle to be produced in Oshawa, Ontario rolled off the line on Wednesday, 18 December 2019.
We are gathered"Exclusive: Canada police prepared to shoot Indigenous activists, documents show"
"Exclusive: Canada police prepared to shoot Indigenous activists, documents show" r1 ...Read MoreIndian Government Going to War Against Its Own People
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A Socialist Project e-bulletin ... No. 1958 ... December 20, 2019
__________________________________________________Indian Government Going to War Against Its Own People
Vijay Prashad
On December 13, the United Nations high commissioner for human rights released a powerful statement that criticized India’s new citizenship
…My message to you
r1Read MoreDear Paov,
This was a historic year for 350 Canada. From bringing nearly one million people out and into the streets for the historic Global Climate Strikes to electing 8 Green New Deal champions, the 350 Canada team has been changing
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