no piecemeal solution is going to prevent the collapse of whole societies and ecosystems and that a radical re-thinking of our values, priorities and political systems is urgent.

-- Maude Barlow, National Chairperson of the Council of Canadians

Activist San Diego contacts: Martin (619-226-1116), Tanja (858-459-4650), Activist Update: ASDUpdate@activistsandiego.org

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Activist San Diego Monthly Meeting Second Monday of the month, 7pm NEW LOCATION - Joyce Beers Community Center, 1090 Vermont, one block north of University, next to Trader Joe's Hillcrest Shopping Center 619-528-8383. Everyone welcome Please join us

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Ride the tide of growing expectations

Obama’s election is a social phenomenon that has spawned a rising tide of expectations – expectations for progressive social change and social justice. A wave of hope has swept over the constituencies, which ASD holds dear; youth, communities of color, immigrants, GLBT, civil rights activists, left-progressives, labor and the working poor.

Activist San Diego, like all others who organize for social justice, needs to expand our outreach and open the doors of our organization to these new constituencies. If we do not take advantage of this unique political opportunity, the right wing surely will. Obama will progress only as far as the people’s pressure pushes him to do so.

Join us to expand the capacity of all our movement. If you are reading this and have not made a commitment to redouble your (our) efforts, then reach out to us or a similar organization to add your weight to the scales of justice. We simply cannot do it without you. Your donations, dues and membership are certainly part of that equation. More

PLEASE, Join ASD’s 2009 People’s Ball committee meeting for the first time on Monday, Nov. 17th at 7 PM at the Activist Center. We want to plan a Jan. 24th celebration which will consolidate our progress and build our community’s spirit.

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DONATED CARS HELP MOVE ACTIVISM FORWARD! Please donate your car and other items. As a bonus you get progressive satisfaction and a healthy tax deduction! Call us at 619-528-8383

For all of the above we will need your help and financial support. If you would like to make a donation, please click on the button to the right.

Or, we can also accept donations mailed to: Activist San Diego 4246 Wightman St San Diego, CA 92105-2618

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"The laws of war did not apply to conflicts with savages"

-- Andrew Jackson's justification for the unlawful trial and execution of two British citizens in Spanish Florida for aiding American Indians. www.executedtoday.com

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There will be tens of millions of Americans who will be ruthlessly thrust aside. As their houses are foreclosed, as their jobs are lost, as they are forced to declare bankruptcy and watch their communities collapse, they will retreat even further into irrational fantasy. They will be led toward glittering and self-destructive illusions by our modern Pied Pipers—our corporate advertisers, our charlatan preachers, our television news celebrities, our self-help gurus, our entertainment industry and our political demagogues...

-- America the Illiterate By Chris Hedges www.truthdig.com

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Sears to Sell Army-Approved Clothing: www.military.com

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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 7PM: ASD People's Ball Organizing Meeting. Come and be apart of the People's Ball organizing committee. ASD Meeting Room 4246 Wightman St., San Diego. The "People's Ball" was started in 2000 actually called "The Counter Inaugural Ball" because of the out turn of the 2004 election and the exclusiveness of the Inaugural Ball in Washington. People came dressed in gowns and black tie to costumes of hanging chads. Since the first ball the name has changed to the People's ball. This is an event for all organizations, unions, organizers, media and community members to come together learn about each other and just kick off your shoes and celebrate. We will be starting to discuss various tasks, the theme and much more. We need your help and input. More Info

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CALL FOR NOMINATIONS for the Activist San Diego Board of Directors. Board of Directors nominations will be submitted by Monday, November 10, 2008 send to vasta@riseup.net. The vote will take place on Monday, December 8, 2008 at 7:00PM at ASD’s general meeting at 1090 Vermont St in Hillcrest ., San Diego, CA. A minimum of 2 seats and maximum of 4 seats are needed. New ASD Board members will be elected by secret ballot. ASD members are those who have participated in our activities and have donated the equivalent of $2 or more a month during the proceeding year. More Info

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NOVEMBER 17, 20, 21, 2008: Human Rights and Global Citizenship Symposium. Migrants at Risk. Citizenship in our Hemisphere. The rights of asylum seekers and victims of global trafficking. Monday, 7 p. m., Price Center Theater: Oscar nominated filmmaker Greg Nava will speak and present his groundbreaking feature film, “El Norte.” Thursday, 7:30 p. m., Price Center Ballroom West: Playwright, filmmaker and activist Luis Valdez will discuss the problems of citizenship in the U. S. Friday, 5 p. m., Hojel Auditorium, Institute of Americas: Jacqueline Bhabha will discuss violations of children’s social and economic rights, illegal traffic in children, and the obstacles to effective international protection for them. More Info

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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 7PM: The Si Se Puede Coalition presents: Immigrant Rights Forum- STOP the Raids and Deportations. City College, Room A-213 (inside the A building). Topics will include: A presentation of how immigration policies are hurting the lives of millions of people in the US without solving anything. An examination of the effects I. C. E. raids have on families and communities. A discussion of what we can do to pressure the US government to end its inhumane immigration policies. More Info

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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 7PM: Sunrise Power Link Documentary "A Question of Power” the one-hour documentary locally produced about SDG&E/Sempra's proposed Sunrise Powerlink and San Diego County''s energy future, will be screened in Poway. The documentary takes a hard look at SDG&E's claims regarding this line and the sustainable alternatives that could be San Diego's energy future if this line is defeated. Sponsored by the Poway Democratic Club at Twin Peaks Little Theater (room 608) 14640 Tierra Bonita Rd, Poway. More Info

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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2PM: City Council. Public hearings. Save the Libraries! Mayor Sander’s closure list !!! The libraries slated for closure are: University Community, Ocean Beach, University Heights, Mountain View/Beckwourth, Carmel Mountain Ranch, Clairemont and Allied Gardens/Benjamin. Libraries also will have to cut about 34 staff members. The recreation centers designated for closure are: Penn, Adams, Azalia, Carillo, Cadman, Tecolote, Stockton, Presidio and Lopez Ridge. Black Mountain gym also will close, and the competitive swim program has been cut. Waterfront fire rings will be reduced, and the assistant parks and recreation center position has been cut, along with 49 other positions. Any closures have to be approved by the City Council. Public hearings at City Hall, 202 C St., 12th floor. More Info

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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2PM: San Diego Premiere Film showing: The Sons of Eilaboun A film by Hisham Zreiq. San Diego Central Library 3rd fl. Auditorium, 820 E Street. The Sons of Eilaboun is a documentary film about the massacre, expulsion and return of a small Palestinian village in the Galilee. In the film the Israeli historian Ilan Pappe introduces the history behind the Nakba (catastrophe) events. And the Eilaboun people tell their story. Dr. Zahi Damuni, cofounder of Al-Awda, the Palestine Right to Return Coalition, will introduce this powerful, award-winning film with a brief history lesson. Co-sponsored by Al-Awda, the Palestine Right to Return Coalition and the San Diego International Action Center. More Info

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MON-FRI 10-4PM, SAT-SUN 10-3PM: "Poverty on the Border" Photo Exhibit with Five Photographers Community Art Gallery 5348 University Ave, SD. "Poverty on the Border" has a number of approaches to the topic which are engaging and interesting. What might be of special interest to union members is that my work, "Welfare Is Poor Relief...," has photos from the mid 1980s of our local labor movement as well as commentary from a few union members with welfare experiences. Includes the Transborder Archive Box from inSite05. More Info

“ENOUGH” PEACE AND IMPEACHMENT VIGILS ~ EVERY WEEK UNTIL THE IRAQ WAR ENDS. More Info

EVERY SUNDAY 3PM: Free Vegan Food at the North Park Community Park with San Diego Food Not Bombs. The North Park Community Park is located at the intersection of Oregon and Polk in North Park. More Info

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 8:30PM: Giving Thanks with Lutan Fiyah! Native American Youth Celebration Thanksgiving Day. Celebrating Native American culture and tradition, and helping to promote Native American youth unity and awareness. WorldBeat Center 2100 Park Blvd. San Diego. Featuring: Lutan Fiyah and Quinto Sol. More Info

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SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29 & 30, NOON - 9PM EACH DAY: Afrikan Mental Liberation Film Festival - Thanksgiving Weekend at WorldBeat Center. FREE! 3rd Annual Afrikan Mental Liberation Films. WorldBeat Center 2100 Park Blvd. San Diego. Presented by: Dr. Kwaku Person-Lynn. More Info

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DECEMBER, 5, 6 AND 7: Cuba/Venezuela/Mexico/North America Labor Conference. Cuban leaders of the Confederation of Cuban Workers (CTC) will visit Tijuana, Mexico. This conference will give people from North America (the United States, Canada and Mexico) the opportunity to hear first hand from the Cubans about Cuba's workers and their unions. Also, you will hear from leaders of the Venezuelan union, UNT, about the present situation of the Venezuelan revolution and the issues facing Venezuelan workers, representatives of Mexico, United States, Bolivia, Ecuador, Colombia, Haiti, the Philippines and Nicaragua discussing the social and labor movements in the Americas. The cost to attend is $55 per person to cover the expenses of the conference. Hotel Palacio Azteca Blvd Cuauhtemoc Sur #213 Colonia Davila 22400 Tijuana, Mexico. More Info

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 7:30PM: Legendary roots artist Sugar Minott live at the WorldBeat Center! WorldBeat Center 2100 Park Blvd. San Diego. More Info

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22, NOON: Mariposa Ice Cream invites you to A Celebration of Hope, Peace and the Beatles with The Dave Humphries Band and the Baja Bugs. 12 noon until ???. Mariposa Ice Cream 3450 Adams Avenue, San Diego. More Info

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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 27, 7PM: Kwanzaa - Kujichagulia Celebration. Kwanzaa Celebration. WorldBeat Center 2100 Park Blvd. San Diego. FREE Community Celebration. Kujichagulia With A Film Screening and Presentation of "The Black Candle" with M. K. Asante, Jr. FREE! More Info

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1984 ~ CLASSIC BY GEORGE ORWELL -- ONSTAGE PLAYHOUSE, THROUGH 11/29. THE SHOW: George Orwell's 1984 a dramatization of the 1948 classic. More Info

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FRIDAY NOV 21, 8PM: Friday Night Board Game Benefit for Heifer International. Topic: Micro-Credit Where: Tea N More 7380 Clairemont Mesa Blvd. Who: Fun-Loving Activists The suggested donation is $10 by check directly to Heifer International an organization who provides a long term solution to hunger a poverty by providing farm animals to people in need around the globe. Recipients pay back the load by donating one of the offspring of their animal back to the program. More Info

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Announcements / Workshops

Get FREE copy of "A Question of Power", A documentary about the resistance in San Diego against this powerline. Video Link provided here: Also attached are action items for folks to talk once they have seen the documentary. We have complimentary copies of the documentary that can be requested by emailing: thecoane5 <thecoane5@cox.net There is no charge for the DVD or the mailing. More Info

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21ST: Iraq Moratorium. Who ever you are, where ever you are, do something on the 3rd Friday of every month. See www.iraqmoratorium.org. The war and the occupation of Iraq are not, and even in any best case scenario will not be over any time soon. More Info

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Call for Nominations for the Activist San Diego Board of Directors. Board of Directors nominations will be submitted by Monday, November 10, 2008 send to vasta@riseup.net. The vote will take place on Monday, December 8, 2008 at 7:00PM at ASD’s general meeting at 1090 Vermont St in Hillcrest ., San Diego, CA. A minimum of 2 seats and maximum of 4 seats are needed. New ASD Board members will be elected by secret ballot. ASD members are those who have participated in our activities and have donated the equivalent of $2 or more a month during the proceeding year. More Info

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Critical dates to note regarding Public Access TV Shows: The Shows air on Sundays at 6PM on COX 18 in North County and 23 in Southern San Diego. Opportunities for training and interviews exist at all shows. You can train to be: Camera Operators Floor Director Assistant Director Web Cast Director Character Generator Sound Engineer Producer We need 40 more people to attend the training to ensure deep support of our shows. The objective is for everyone to get their own show eventually. We will mutually support each other. All trainings are free! They are held at the COX Communications Studios in El Cajon. More Info

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Activist San Diego INTERNSHIP AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES - Call now 619-528-8383. During the summer and fall of 2008 ASD has several projects we need help organizing. o Volunteer Coordinator or volunteer Outreach Assistants. o Grant Coordinator or Assistant Grant writer. o ASD Office and/or Phone manager. o Phonebanking Coordinator or Assistant Coordinator. o Event Coordinator or Events Assistant Coordinator. o Building and construction assistants at the Activist Center. o Activist Film Series Coordinator or Assistant Coordinator. o Stop Blackwater Campaign Coordinator or Assistant. o Website designers and graphic artists. o E-newsletter Editor and Assistant Coordinator. o Youth organizing (call to discuss) ASD will also host a Jan. 2009 People's Ball, a Gala alternative inaugural event. many opportunites (call to discuss). For Building ASD’s new Community FM Radio Station. o Radio Project Outreach. o Radio Technician (To help with antenna, microwave, and studio). o Radio Legal Coordinator o PR and Press Coordinator. LOCATION: ASD’s office is located at 4246 Wightman St, San Diego. Contact us at (619) 528-8383 or info@ActivistSanDiego.org. More Info

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SDCPJ HIGH SCHOOL LEAFLETING PROJECT. The SD Coalition for peace and justice high school leafleting project is still looking for volunteers. Please reply to this e-mailsjagitator@ucsd.edu if you can join us with this special outreach to Latino students as they are heavily targeted by military recruiters. Help deny the military what they need most - young men and women to send to war or call me at 619-237-8870. More Info

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90.7 KPFK PACIFICA RADIO IS BACK ON THE AIR IN SAN DIEGO.....!!!!!! KPFK is back and it is the only information and cultural programming of it's kind in San Diego. People should listen, tell others and work to keep it here in San Diego and South Orange County. More Info

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Peace Flags. Excellent for display or for Peace Rallies. Call 858.459.4650 or email TanjaWinter@ActivistSanDiego.org

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The Guerrero Azteca Project ~ www.guerreroazteca.org

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The GI Rights Hotline ~ girights.objector.org

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Ocean Beach Rag - an online Journal and blog has wonderful story and photos of the community response to the closing of the OB library ~ Participate in the blog OBrag.org

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