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Yeah, I can't get the senators, but I'm thrilled I actually got through to the one R in my area - I mean, don't get me wrong, I want to call all of them, but if I have to pick one of the three I want the R. Also, that script saved my bacon as my brain just locked up once I got through, so it was great to have something I could just rattle through.
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So, practical question: who are the most active antifa / general leftist groups in Pittsburgh, and is there any central place on social media or elsewhere I can go to hear about events and such before they happen? I'm a law student so I'm not sure how much time I have for volunteering, but I want to be aware and available for important stuff plus in another year or so I might be of actual use in the domain of the law.
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How can foreign people assist? I mean assuming we don't end up going full "George Orwell during the Civil War".
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Jan 30, 2017 23:20
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Josef bugman posted:How can foreign people assist? Donate - the ACLU, SPLC, etc etc - we've got organizations that could use the cash to help effect change. Protest in your own country - I hear the UK's been having protests? Fighting fascism is a worldwide thing, so get out there for your own leaders. And be there for any protesters you know - my friend has been simultaneously going to protests and not sleeping so I've been pestering her to make sure she's remembering to drink and such - helping is good, destroying yourself in the process isn't.
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Jan 30, 2017 23:35
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Tuxedo Catfish posted:So, practical question: who are the most active antifa / general leftist groups in Pittsburgh, and is there any central place on social media or elsewhere I can go to hear about events and such before they happen? Might be worthwhile to go to your local radical bookshop: https://thebigideapgh.wordpress.com/ and see if they have any flyers/contacts. Also some other groups in that area (on the far-left side of things mostly): https://www.facebook.com/gdclocal5/ https://www.facebook.com/PGHRedneckRevolt/ https://www.facebook.com/centralpaantifa/ http://studentsolidaritypgh.tumblr.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Pittsburgh-Anarchists-1088852954469904/
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Jan 30, 2017 23:41
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ekuNNN posted:Might be worthwhile to go to your local radical bookshop: https://thebigideapgh.wordpress.com/ and see if they have any flyers/contacts. Thanks, this is perfect. I'd found one of these links on my own but the rest are new to me.
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Jan 30, 2017 23:55
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Tuxedo Catfish posted:Thanks, this is perfect. I'd found one of these links on my own but the rest are new to me. If you don't mind me pushing my org, a very good comrade of mine came from the Pittsburgh branch of the International Socialist Organization. Considering the sharpness of his politics, I have to imagine they're doing good work out there.
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Jan 31, 2017 00:02
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Josef bugman posted:How can foreign people assist? Getting in touch with your own elected officials and making it clear that you want/will support them not rolling over whenever Trump pulls poo poo would also go a long way. If he doubles down on his trade protectionism idiocy and it gets reciprocated, you can guarantee he's going to have donors screaming at him and the rest of the GOP at all hours.
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https://www.marchforscience.com Here's a thing going on at some point in the near future. I went to my city's local organizing meeting this weekend and now I'm supposed to help come up with a fundraiser. Any ideas? So far we're thinking of a Kickstarter, arts and crafts sale, and asking local businesses for donations. Does anyone have George Soros' phone number?
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Tuxedo Catfish posted:So, practical question: who are the most active antifa / general leftist groups in Pittsburgh, and is there any central place on social media or elsewhere I can go to hear about events and such before they happen? Hey law student, are you involved with your school's National Lawyer's Guild chapter? Probably one of the best things you could volunteer your time for. Lots of opportunities. Also anyone in a city with a lot of protests (so, everywhere for the foreseeable future) should look into becoming a trained legal observer. You don't have to be a lawyer! It's an incredibly important role at protests. https://www.nlg.org/lo-trainings/
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StrixNebulosa posted:And be there for any protesters you know - my friend has been simultaneously going to protests and not sleeping so I've been pestering her to make sure she's remembering to drink and such - helping is good, destroying yourself in the process isn't. lol "don't forget to drink"
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Jan 31, 2017 01:17
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https://twitter.com/chrislhayes/status/826194052416565248 Cool stuff. More Dem Senators need to be held to the fire for yes votes.
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OhFunny posted:https://twitter.com/chrislhayes/status/826194052416565248 This is literally straight out of the Indivisible Guide, btw. That poo poo works.
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Quorum posted:This is literally straight out of the Indivisible Guide, btw. That poo poo works. By the way, I just checked out the Indivisible Guide site and apparently this stream is just about to start: https://www.indivisibleguide.com/stand-against-the-muslim-and-refugee-ban
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Jan 31, 2017 03:05
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While BSA have been doing some cool things recently, what can I do in terms of establishing a Young Pioneers or equivalent group? I've got some time but I need to start thinking about that poo poo.
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OhFunny posted:https://twitter.com/chrislhayes/status/826194052416565248
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https://twitter.com/azalben/status/826255510575923201 Is calling this going to make a difference / be useful?
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Shbobdb posted:While BSA have been doing some cool things recently, what can I do in terms of establishing a Young Pioneers or equivalent group? I've got some time but I need to start thinking about that poo poo. ...what
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Shbobdb posted:While BSA have been doing some cool things recently, what can I do in terms of establishing a Young Pioneers or equivalent group? I've got some time but I need to start thinking about that poo poo. lol definitely do this
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Tuxedo Catfish posted:So, practical question: who are the most active antifa / general leftist groups in Pittsburgh, and is there any central place on social media or elsewhere I can go to hear about events and such before they happen? Just to point out: I don't know how it works where you plan to practice after graduation, but where I live any kind of criminal record disqualifies you from a lot of jobs, including working as an attourney, for most municipal services, being a judge or a prosecutor. While I absolutely think it's a great idea to get involved and do something, stay away from antifa protests and such where a felony arrest is possible. If you can find a way to use your experience with and knowledge of law, though, that'd probably be pretty great.
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Jan 31, 2017 09:58
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Any recommendations for pursuing paid work in political organizing/government/Democratic party apparatus management/etc in Ohio besides door-to-door canvassing? I have a lot of great relevant experience on my resume and a lot of free time at the moment, so I'd rather be productive in warding off the Trumpist takeover.
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Jan 31, 2017 10:36
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After I posted my memoirs from the Copenhagen youth house riots in the milhist thread, two posters have contacted me asking for advice on how to conduct first aid, make protection and organize for protests turning violent. Would there be interest in a longer effort post about protective gear, organizing affinity groups and other tactics for street protest? I won't bother if no one's going to read it 
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Jan 31, 2017 17:40
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Called Senator Shaheen's office to thank her for stating she'll vote No on Jeff Session's nomination as AG. Learned she'll also be voting No on DeVos, Mnuchin, and Price. I said I was glad to hear that and urged that she vote No on all of Trump's upcoming appointments. Called Senator Hassan's office to ask how she'll be voting on Jeff Session's nomination. I was told she was examining his nomination. I told the person on the phone that based on Jeff Session's past comments and actions she should vote No on his nomination. That I had been disappointed with her Yes vote on Mike Pompeo and that she should vote No on all of Trump's cabinet picks going future.
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Tias posted:After I posted my memoirs from the Copenhagen youth house riots in the milhist thread, two posters have contacted me asking for advice on how to conduct first aid, make protection and organize for protests turning violent. I'd certainly read it, I have a friend who really wants to bash some fash and I'm worried he's just going to wind up dead or in prison and he's really set on the idea so i might as well try some harm reduction 
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Tias posted:After I posted my memoirs from the Copenhagen youth house riots in the milhist thread, two posters have contacted me asking for advice on how to conduct first aid, make protection and organize for protests turning violent. I'd be interested! OhFunny posted:Called Senator Shaheen's office to thank her for stating she'll vote No on Jeff Session's nomination as AG. Learned she'll also be voting No on DeVos, Mnuchin, and Price. I said I was glad to hear that and urged that she vote No on all of Trump's upcoming appointments. good doggy
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Oh, cool  It'll be up tomorrow, euro time. And to be clear, it's going to focus on reacting to police agression and sensible pre-protest planning and protection, not 'bashing' anybody - even though I won't condemn people for using it to stay safe near nazis and cops, natch.
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Teriyaki Koinku posted:Any recommendations for pursuing paid work in political organizing/government/Democratic party apparatus management/etc in Ohio besides door-to-door canvassing?
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Nice piece of fish posted:Just to point out: I don't know how it works where you plan to practice after graduation, but where I live any kind of criminal record disqualifies you from a lot of jobs, including working as an attourney, for most municipal services, being a judge or a prosecutor. While I absolutely think it's a great idea to get involved and do something, stay away from antifa protests and such where a felony arrest is possible. Yeah, I'm well aware. I'm looking for ways to contribute according to my own abilities and situation, which probably does not include violent protest.
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ChickenOfTomorrow posted:mmmaybe... i appreciate the concern about overloading the doc, though. I finally got around to resubmitting it yesterday. Thanks for helpin me out
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Jan 31, 2017 18:37
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150 DSA slack invites went out today! I'd love an protest/direct action first aid/safety thread!
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Tuxedo Catfish posted:Yeah, I'm well aware. I'm looking for ways to contribute according to my own abilities and situation, which probably does not include violent protest. https://www.facebook.com/nlgpgh There you go. The best possible thing you can do as a law student is get involved with the NLG. In addition to doing amazing on the ground work it also doubles as a professional organization. If you're interested in getting public service work after graduating (as opposed to having to sell out like i did) being active with the NLG is going to make a lot of connections. We've seen how important lawyers can be and will be in the fight to come. There are plenty of things you can use your very specialized education and skills toward that go a lot further than violent protest (not talking poo poo about protesting.) Be an NLG legal observer, get involved with your local chapter. Your law school probably has one already that has like minded people you can meet up with. I don't know where you are in school so I can't find that info for you (University of Pittsburgh has one at the very least) but seriously, NLG is the way to go. E-Money fucked around with this message at 19:02 on Jan 31, 2017 |
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ChickenOfTomorrow posted:150 DSA slack invites went out today! Have you joined us in the new DSA thread on these very forums?
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unbutthurtable posted:Have you joined us in the new DSA thread on these very forums? What?! That's a thing!? https://forums.somethingawful.com/showthread.php?threadid=3808020 
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ChickenOfTomorrow posted:150 DSA slack invites went out today! I'm positively turgid with anticipation for the day I finally get my invite to the fabled DSA slack. I'm half convinced it's a myth.
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ChickenOfTomorrow posted:150 DSA slack invites went out today! Where's my invite 
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ChickenOfTomorrow posted:150 DSA slack invites went out today! I got mine, thanks! I'm having grandpa levels of difficulty using the app though...
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Please call your senators and tell them to vote no on Scott Pruitt today, we're sort of on the brink of climate apocalypse already and even if we defeat the current administration in 2020 it will be kind of a hollow victory if life on earth becomes unsustainable within the next few decades. Climate change can't be reversed, we need to prevent the damage before he actually does it.
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Tuxedo Catfish posted:So, practical question: who are the most active antifa / general leftist groups in Pittsburgh, and is there any central place on social media or elsewhere I can go to hear about events and such before they happen? One Pennsylvania. My sister works with them (she's a former SEIU organizer) and they do a LOT of activism in PGH.
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OhFunny posted:Called Senator Shaheen's office to thank her for stating she'll vote No on Jeff Session's nomination as AG. Learned she'll also be voting No on DeVos, Mnuchin, and Price. I said I was glad to hear that and urged that she vote No on all of Trump's upcoming appointments. https://twitter.com/SenatorHassan/status/826490334624481280 Yay citizen pressure! 
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