We have the opportunity to say yes to solidarity and support for Burgerville workers this coming Sunday and we hope to see you there! Management is simply not bargaining in good faith. Since Burgerville’s founder professes to be a man of faith, it is critical that we show up in force as evidence that our faith demands fairness, justice, honoring and respecting the worker.Also on tap for...
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While the legislative session has been over for months, our work to ensure that we reduce the possible use of the death penalty in Oregon is not done. Please do call legislative leadership today and so NO to a special session to walk back progressive reforms on the death penalty.Our holy work to say NO to ICE continues! This Saturday afternoon we have the opportunity to say NO to ICE on...
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As the weather cools our opportunities to show up for Immigrant rights, police accountability, worker justice and climate justice abound. We hope to see you at a few of the upcoming rallies, one of which is part of a regional campaign and another part of a national campaigns. When our work Portland is multiplied by larger geographic solidarity our impact is amplified. Your presence matters! Your...
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As you are likely aware, for the past three years Patriot Prayer and their White Nationalist friends have held rallies in Portland. They come openly carrying weapons. They come after announcing in their social media that they are looking for a fight, they are looking to cause harm, they are looking to put anyone who disagrees with them in our place. They invite and inspire people from around the...
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As the nation reels from three more mass shootings in a week, we in Portland continue to show up for immigrants, workers and those who oppose fascism. This week we invite you to join IMIrJ next week in Hillsboro as we call Oregon to stop ICE arrests in courthouses and to join with workers at several area supermarkets in their quest for pay equity. In a separate email you will find an invitation...
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