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Hell Hath No Fury Like Women the GOP Scorned | Progressive Activist Calendar Sept. 28 – Oct. 8, 2018

September 28, 2018 by Doug Porter

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Every woman I have contact with in any way, at my home, on the phone, on social or mass media, had a visceral reaction to the Republicans’ misogyny-fest on Capitol Hill this past week, also known as the judicial confirmation process. Tears, fears, rage, and physical reactions are the norm, not the exception.

I’m not about to write about the details of Senate spectacle of a bunch of old men sending a message that women don’t matter. It just makes me incoherently angry. Besides, I’m not so sure words from me are what’s needed right now.

I do believe a line has been crossed. We have an obligation to make this upcoming election a statement. It is already the year of the woman in terms of candidates for elected office. Now we all need to make sure it’s the year that women’s voices driving voter turnout.

I hope I’m right. There are more than two dozen events in this week’s Activist Calendar for your consideration. If you haven’t already volunteered for a campaign or get out the vote effort, now is the time to make a commitment.

San Diego Indivisible Downtown is meeting on Sunday; there will be opportunities to meet endorsed candidates and sign up to volunteer. The League of Women Voters is having two forums.  All kinds of campaigns are sponsoring walks, postcard writing sessions, and phone-banking. PRO TIP: The “down-ballot” campaigns are just as important as the marquee contests.

Just Show Up.

Here’s a snip from CalMatters:

Political insiders are predicting that more women on the ballot this year will lead women to turn out to the polls in droves this November. That’s to say nothing of the galvanizing effect of Judge Kavanaugh and Christine Blasey Ford; #MeToo and #WeSaidEnough; Bill Cosby, Harvey Weinstein, women’s marches and two years into the tenure of a president whom California women disapprove of by a gaping 34 percentage point margin.

According to the Target Book Insider Track Survey, which queries the consultants, lobbyists and political players who shape California politics from both sides of the aisle, 73 percent of respondents said they expect women to be the demographic group with the largest bump in turnout this year.

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Getting out the vote is clearly the priority in this week’s calendar of events, as it should be. Ignore the polls and the trolls. Do your bit to make sure all your neighbors, friends, and family vote in the general election. I should also note that getting involved with campaigns as a volunteer is a great way to expand your circle of friends beyond social media.

Get your event listed in the SDFP Progressive Activist Calendar:  I try to list the next 10 days or so of mostly non-commercial events I think our readers might find of interest. I source my material from social media listings and press releases. Club meetings will be listed IF there are speakers and they are open to the public.

Democratic Candidates: I will list all non-fundraising events open to the general public. A listing does not imply endorsement. Events that are listed on Facebook as ‘private’ or sold-out are not listed.  In cases where there are competing but similar events or campaigns of the progressive persuasion, I do my best to list everything.

September 28

BlueWave Postcard Slam 4.0 for Local Progressive Candidates

"VOTE" buttonFriday, September 28, 5:30pm
Refill
3752 Park Boulevard
For More Information

One thing we need to do to regain control of our country is to support progressive candidates up and down the ballot–all political positions matter!!

Most of all, local & down-ballot races are often ignored & we need help to remind folks in San Diego to come out & vote for them as well.
Join us at Refill to support local and national progressives running for office up and down the ballot, all by writing postcards!

—We’ll have postcards, suggested scripts, and pens. You write ’em, we stamp ’em.
—Refill has spirits, coffee, tea, crepes–something for everyone.
—All progressives welcomed!! You know that friend of yours who is concerned about the country, but doesn’t know what to do?? Bring them with you!!

Rally for Clean, Affordable Energy & Choice

Friday, September 28, Noon
San Diego City Hall
202 West C Street
For More Information
Hosted by San Diego Community Choice Alliance, Climate Action Campaign, and Climate Defenders Action Fund

As San Diegans, we face some of the highest energy rates ever! The San Diego Community Choice Alliance, in partnership with other local grassroots organizations, will be rallying at San Diego City Hall. The city can help families SAVE MONEY & offer CHOICE! Join us to show your support and demand choice now!

Protest – Poway Rodeo

Friday, September 28, 5pm
14336 Tierra Bonita Road (Poway)
For More Information

We will go back as every year to educate and tell the truth about the rodeo!

September 29

Canvas with Indivisible Central Leaders

"VOTE" buttonSaturday, September 29, 10am
4241 Jutland Drive #315
For More Information
Hosted by Indivisible: San Diego Central Events

Please join Jean-Huy Tran and Jodie Lorea to canvas for Dr. Jen Campbell, who is running to replace Lori Zapf on City Council. Zapf missed over 200 votes last year, if she doesn’t want to do her job Dr. Jen Campbell will do it! This is a critical race as it will give us a super majority and comes with the power to reject the Mayor’s veto.

Canvassers work in pairs and we will provide training. It’s surprisingly fun, and you can get your steps in and enjoy some drinks with us after. Come meet some San Diego neighbors, November is just weeks away!!

Candlelight March Memorial

Saturday, September 29, 7pm
Panchos Mexican Grill
777 Broadway (El Cajon)
For More Information
Hosted by The Alfred Olango Foundation

March begins at the location Alfred Olango was shot and killed by the El Cajon Police. Please bring a candle. There will also be candles available for purchase at the event which will go directly towards donations.

Mega Walk for National City Progress Slate!

"VOTE" buttonSaturday, September 29, 9am
Las Palmas Park
1800 East 22nd Street (National City)
For More Information

Come help move National City Forward with the National City Progress Slate! Walk and Phonebank will be available!

Alejandra Sotelo-Solis for Mayor
Mona Rios for City Council
Jose Rodriguez for City Council

We will be located by the corner of 20th and Newell street. Refreshments and snacks will be available.

Neighborhood Walk with Flip the 49th in Vista with Sara Jacobs!

"VOTE" buttonSaturday, September 29, 9am
Vista Academy (Parking Lot)
600 North Santa Fe Avenue (Vista)
For More information  (RSVP)
Hosted by Flip the 49th Neighbors in Action

Join us on Saturday as our grassroots campaign hits the streets to talk with our neighbors about the issues at stake this November! We’re teaming up with rising star Sara Jacobs to knock on doors in Vista. Sara is staying involved because she knows how crucial this race is to the future of our Country. Together, we’re going to flip this seat, and take back Congress!

No experience is needed for this Walk! We’ll provide everything you need, including training, scripts, and food!

Walk With James For State Assembly

"VOTE" buttonSaturday, September 29, 10am
562 East Main Street (El Cajon)
For More Information
Hosted by James Elia For State Assembly in the 71st District

Come walk and canvass east county for James Elia, as we continue to flip the district. We will have plenty of beer and pizza!

Walk with Chris Ward and Dr. Jen!

"VOTE" buttonSaturday, September 29, 10am
4241 Jutland Street #315
For More Information
Hosted by Dr. Jen Campbell for San Diego City Council

Join Chris Ward as we knock on doors to turn District 2 blue!

PROP TALKS Cancelled

Saturday, September 29, 1pm
Logan Heights Library
567 South 28th Street
For More Information (RSVP)
Hosted by League of Women Voters of San Diego

Join the nonpartisan League of Women Voters as we review the pros and cons of the 11 California state ballot measures, the 4 San Diego County measures and the 8 San Diego City measures.

David Rovics: Ballad of a Wobbly World Tour

Saturday, September 29, 7:30pm
Grassroot Oasis
3130 Moore Street
For More Information (Tickets)
Hosted by Grassroots Oasis

David Rovics was born in New York City, and as a guitar-slinging singer/songwriter now based in Portland, Oregan, has toured in over two dozen countries, including at mass protests throughout North America and Europe. In addition to his musical involvement with the anticapitalist movement, labor, environmental and antiwar movements internationally, he has shared the stage on a number of occasions with Tom Morello, founder of Rage Against the Machine, who also recorded a lead guitar track on Davids 2012 album, Meanwhile In Afghanistan. He has also shared the stage with Billy Bragg, Chumbawamba, Joan Baez, and Pete Seeger, and has toured extensively with Attila the Stockbroker, Robb Johnson, Anne Feeney, Tracey Curtis and Alistair Hulett.

September 30

San Diego Indivisible Downtown
September Meeting (Endorsements)

"VOTE" buttonSunday, September 30, 1:30pm
Logan Heights Library
567 South 28th Street
For More Information

This is going to be a big meeting for our chapter. We need YOU to come and share your input as we endorse candidates for the midterms.

Our team is hard at work creating another voter’s guide for the November midterms. Just like in the primaries, we’re putting together research and insights on the candidates and measures that will appear on your ballot.

Educating voters is important. However, these midterm elections are a big deal, and we want to go beyond individual votes. Endorsing candidates in and channeling our efforts in the form of neighborhood canvassing, phone/text banking or other volunteer opportunities for their campaigns can help protect or flip critical districts.

At the September 30th meeting, we will present a list of proposed races that we would like to consider for endorsement. We will explain the process of how we selected that list, in the context of the values we constructed as a chapter over the past year. We will clarify how an endorsement from SDID will translate into action… and how YOU will be involved in that process. Finally, and most importantly, we will ask for your input on which candidates we as a chapter should endorse.

League of Women Voters Non-Partisan Election Presentation

Sunday, September 30, Noon
University City United Church
2877 Governor Drive
For More Information

Hosted by UCUC – University City United Church and League of Women Voters of San Diego

The League of Women Voters will present a non-partisan education presentation addressing the initiatives on the ballot for the November general election. All are welcome. A light lunch will be served.

Calling All Superheroes To Turn Duncan Hunter’s District 50 Blue This November

"VOTE" buttonSunday, September 30, 11am
Starbucks Drive Thru
121 West Lincoln Avenue (Escondido)
For More Information (RSVP)
Hosted by Indi Squared

Join Independent Indivisible (INDI2 or Indi Squared) in Escondido on Sundays from 11-2 for Knock & Talk canvassing from now until Election Day! Our volunteers are knocking on doors and talking to voters in CA50 to increase turnout in the November 6 midterm election and elect Ammar Campa-Najjar to Congress

Bring a smartphone and a hat. We get you trained, pair you with a partner, supply water and snacks, and get you fired up and ready to go!

Fight The Foam – Community Event

Sunday, September 30, 10am
Various Locations in OB
For More Information

Did you know that volunteers remove over 20,000 pieces of polystyrene foam (Aka “Styrofoam®”) from our San Diego County beaches every year? JOIN US on September 30th as we rally to encourage the City of San Diego to vote YES on October 15th to ban it! Go to www.fightthefoam.org to learn more about efforts to eliminate polystyrene foam and what you can do to help.

10 a.m. Yoga at the end of Saratoga St.
11 a.m. Surfrider Foundation San Diego Beach Cleanup
12:30 p.m. Fight The Foam Rally (Lazy Hummingbird Coffee & Tea House)
1:00 p.m. Community art mural project with ROUTE USA

Bring your own mug to the Lazy Hummingbird for a complimentary coffee or tea if you participate in the beach cleanup!

Resistance Postcard Party!

"VOTE" buttonSunday, September 30, Noon
Hennessey’s La Jolla
7811 Herschel Avenue
For More Information
Hosted by Indivisible: San Diego Central Events

Please join us for some food and drink with fellow resisters while helping to save our country. November is almost upon us! We will be writing postcards to voters in support of the following fantastic candidates:

-Ammar Campa Najjar CD50 (Duncan Hunter)
-Harley Rouda CD48 (Rohrabacher)
-Katie Hill CD25 (Steve Knight)
-Kyrsten Sinema AZ Senate
-Beto O’Rourke TX Senate

These parties have been such a hit that we have gone from 300 cards an event to 3000! Cindy has been paying for the cards herself, but with numbers like this it’s just too much for her to manage on her own. We are now having postcards professionally printed and sure could use donations to pay for them.

Super Walk for Mark Bartlett for Chula Vista City Council D1

"VOTE" buttonSunday, September 30, Noon
Discovery Park
700 Buena Vista Way (Chula Vista)
For More Information
Hosted by Mark Bartlett for Chula Vista City Council – District 1

We are going to make history In Chula Vista!

The Eastlake Bonita Democratic club, South Bay Young Democrats and the Chula Vista Democratic Club are Co-Sponsoring a Super Walk for Mark Bartlett. We are extending the invitation to all of our supporters and to other clubs who have endorsed Mark to join us.

Meet Cori and Canvass this Sunday!

"VOTE" buttonSunday, September 30, 10am
Calavera Hills Community Park
2997 Glasgow Drive
For More Information
Hosted by Cori Schumacher Carlsbad Councilmember, Candidate for Mayor

Come meet Cori Schumacher this Sunday at Calavera Hills Community Park!

She will briefly discuss her vision and candidacy for Mayor of Carlsbad, then volunteers will knock on the doors of nearby neighborhoods and talk to voters about the November 6 election.

Let us know if you can join us!

October 1

La Mesa/Spring Valley School District Board Candidates Forum

"VOTE" buttonMonday, October 1, 6:30pm
La Mesa First United Methodist Church
4690 Palm Avenue (La Mesa)
For More Information

Come learn about the candidates’ qualifications to be the leaders in the education of the children in our community.

Meet and Greet starts at 6:15. The following three candidates will be present-Charda Fontenot, Jerry Lecko and Rebecca McRae

October 2

Court Support for Mark Lane and Shane Parmely in South Bay

Tuesday, October 2, 8:30am
San Diego Superior Court
500 Third Avenue (Chula Vista)
For More Information
Hosted by Recall Summer Stephan for San Diego DA

WE need everyone to show up October 2nd at 500 3rd Street, Chula Vista, CA at 8:30am for Mark Lane and Shane Parmely for resisting arrest for sitting down after officers punched, hit people who were simply yelling after Meeka was dragged off after collapsing from being punched in her stomach.

Medical Examiner ruled Earl McNeil’s death a homicide, pointed out the healing bruising on his body. DA refuses to charge any officers with negligence. We have repeatedly heard lies from the NCPD Chief, Mayor, City Council and the City Manager Leslie Deese has authorized and allowed the brutalization of everyone(Earl and us), she condones this treatment. Please join us as we stand in solidarity with Meeka, Shane and Mark!

October 3

Court Support for Meeka in South Bay

Wednesday, October 3, 8:30am
San Diego Superior Court
500 Third Avenue (Chula Vista)
For More Information
Hosted by Recall Summer Stephan for San Diego DA

Please show up October 3rd at Dept 3 as they charge Aeiramique Meeka with 4 charges of resisting arrest and 1 charge of threatening an officer who pulled her hair.

Medical Examiner ruled Earl McNeil’s death a homicide, pointed out the healing bruising on his body. DA refuses to charge any officers with negligence.

We have repeatedly heard lies from the NCPD Chief, Mayor, City Council and the City Manager Leslie Deese has authorized and allowed the brutalization of everyone(Earl and us), she condones this treatment. Please join us as we stand in solidarity with Meeka!

Making Calls for Nathan Fletcher and a Regional Film Office

"VOTE" buttonWednesday, October 3
Labor Council Building
3737 Camino del Rio South #111
For More Information (RSVP)
Hosted by Nathan Fletcher for County Supervisor 

Join members of the Film Community as we make calls and talk to voters about supporting Nathan Fletcher and a regional film office! We need 10 volunteers for each night. If you plan on voting for Nathan Fletcher, please consider volunteering for this effort.

Snacks, coffee, water, soft drinks are provided.

Regardless of your political affiliation, I believe this is an initiative that we can all support. A good turnout for this event will show how important the film industry is for San Diego.

Varrios Si, Yonkes No!

Wednesday, October 3, 6pm
Logan Heights Library
567 South 28th Street
For More Information
Hosted by Environmental Health Coalition

Learn about:
-The history of environmental injustice and community resiliency
-Community leaders’ fight for justice
-What is at stake in the November elections
-How to get involved and make a differencePanelists:
-Victor Ochoa, Co-founder of Chicano Park, veteran muralist and educator
-Hector Villegas, Barrio Logan Community Planning Group member, muralist and educator
-Tina Camarillo, Chicano Park Steering Committee Vice Chair
-Marissa Cassani, Barrio Logan Maintenance Assessment District Manager
-Jerry Rivero, EHC Toxic-Free Neighborhoods Campaign DirectorModerated by Panchito Martinez, BLCI alumni, EHC Leader and Barrio Logan Community Planning Group member. Refreshments and registration at 6:00 p.m. Free child care provided. Spanish translation available.

We Can Do It Wednesday!

"VOTE" buttonWednesday, October 3, 5pm
8340 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard #110
For More Information
Hosted by Sunday Gover for Assembly

Please come & join our Phone Bank at Sunday Gover’s campaign headquarters.
Phone banking is an effective way of voter outreach. We’d love for you to join us in making a change in our community and lending a hand to Sunday Gover on her way to State Assembly for District 77.We recommend people bring their own laptop/ipad/tablet, fully charged phone and a headset.

Call Voters: Help take back the House!

"VOTE" buttonWednesday, October 3, 5pm
Flip the 49th Office
5145 Avenida Encinas #I
For More Information (RSVP)Hosted by Flip the 49th Neighbors in Action

Join us on Wednesday, October 3rd as we call voters to get out the vote ahead of this crucial November election. Control of the Congress will come down to this district so we need your help getting every single voter to the polls!

No prior training necessary! We will provide instructions and training. Our grassroots campaign needs everyone who can to help us win this district! Bring your friends and family.

October 4

Making Calls for Nathan Fletcher and a Regional Film Office

"VOTE" buttonThursday, October 4, 5pm
Labor CounCil Building
3737 Camino de Ro South #111
For More Information
Hosted by Nathan Fletcher for County Supervisor 2018

Join members of the Film Community as we make calls and talk to voters about supporting Nathan Fletcher and a regional film office! We need 10 volunteers for each night. If you plan on voting for Nathan Fletcher, please consider volunteering for this effort.

Snacks, coffee, water, soft drinks are provided.

Regardless of your political affiliation, I believe this is an initiative that we can all support. A good turnout for this event will show how important the film industry is for San Diego.

October 6

Mega Walk for National City Progress Slate!

"VOTE" buttonSaturday, October 6, 9am
Las Palmas Park
1800 East 22nd Street
For More Information

Come help move National City Forward with the National City Progress Slate! Walk and Phonebank will be available!

Alejandra Sotelo-Solis for Mayor
Mona Rios for City Council
Jose Rodriguez for City Council

We will be located by the corner of 20th and Newell street. Refreshments and snacks will be available.

CA Young Democrats Invasion:
Inland Empire & South State

"VOTE" buttonSaturday, October 6, Starting at 11am
All  Day Sunday, October 7
Multiple locations (See below)
For More Information  (RSVP)
Hosted by CYD South State and California Young Democrats

Tentative schedule:

Saturday, October 6th: Inland Empire
10:00 AM – Rally @ Duck Pond, 28250 Ynez Rd, Temecula, CA 92591
11:30 AM – Canvass/Phonebank
6:00 PM – Temecula Valley Young Dems Launch Party @ Vindemia

Sunday, October 7th: South State
11:00 AM – Canvass Kick-Off @ 105 E Grand Ave, Escondido, CA 92025
TBD social in Escondido/San Diego

Temecula Valley Day of Action

"VOTE" buttonSaturday, October 6, 1oam
Temecula Duck Pond
28250 Ynez Road
For More Information  (RSVP)
Hosted by Joy Silver for State Senate and 4 others

The California Young Democrats will be having an invasion in Temecula on the 6th. This means that CYD Members from all over the state will be coming to Temecula just to walk for our candidates! So let’s take advantage and turn this day into a day of action!
This is the last weekend before mail-in ballots go out, so this is the perfect chance to get the word out! Join the rest of Temecula on this Day of Action!
Ammar Campa-Najjar, Alan Geraci, and Joy Silver will be joining us for the rally and launch party!

Cohosted By: CYD Inland Empire,  Riverside County Young Dems, Ammar Campa-Najjar for Congress, , Alan Geraci for State Assembly, Joy Silver for State Senate, CYD Progressive Caucus, CYD Veterans Caucus

Back to the Land: Fifth Annual Good Food Community Fair

Saturday, October 6, 11am
Worldbeat Cultural Center
2100 Park Boulevard (Balboa Park)
For More Information (Tickets/Donation)Hosted by Slow Food URBAN San Diego

The Good Food Community Fair is Slow Food Urban San Diego’s largest annual event, bringing together the people and organizations desiring a Good, Clean & Fair food system. Come engage with us as we enjoy the culinary demos, family-friendly activities, expert panel discussions, garden activities, and of course…food!

This year, we want to bring attention to the consequences of biodiversity and habitat loss due to industrialized agricultural practices and discuss how regenerative agriculture can guide the restoration of our food system and environment.

Politifest 2018

Saturday, October 6, Noon
University of San Diego
5998 Alcala Park
For More Information (Tickets/Students Free)
Hosted by Voice of San Diego

Politifest is a San Diego public affairs summit produced by Voice of San Diego. The event focuses on the issues and candidates that will dominate the November ballot. We’ll have a full schedule of debates, panels and one-on-one interviews with experts, and provide a platform for residents to raise their voices, ask tough questions and delve into important issues. Politifest serves as a crash course in politics and policy, and provides insights into how our local government works

Neighborhood Walk in La Jolla with Special Guests!

"VOTE" buttonSaturday, October 6, 9am
Torrey Pines Elementary
8350 Cliffridge Drive
a href=”https://www.facebook.com/events/625702267823856/”>For More Information (RSVP)
Hosted by Flip the 49th Neighbors in Action and Nathan Fletcher for County Supervisor 2018

Join us on Saturday, October 6th as our grassroots campaign hits the streets to talk with our neighbors about the issues at stake this November! We are excited to be joined by Congressman Juan Vargas, San Diego City Councilmember Barbara Bry, and Board of Supervisors Candidate Nathan Fletcher!

This is the closest Congressional race in the country. This is the frontline of the resistance. Please join the cause!

No experience is needed for this Walk! We’ll provide everything you need, including training, scripts, and food!

October 7

Walk for Monica Montgomery

"VOTE" buttonSunday, October 7, 10am
6377 Imperial Avenue
For More Information
Hosted by San Diego Progressive Democratic Club

Join the San Diego Progressive Democratic Club in a walk for Monica Montgomery for City Council, our endorsed candidate in San Diego City Council District 4!

We’re so thankful to everyone who turned out in our last walk in September. But if we want to win this race, we’re gonna have to keep showing up and putting in the work. Every door knocked is one door closer to victory, and that’s how we’re gonna win this race. Not by mail pieces, not by TV ads, but through pure people power pounding the pavement.

Calling All Superheroes To Turn Duncan Hunter’s District Blue This November

"VOTE" buttonSunday, September 7, 11am
Starbucks
111 West Lincoln Avenue (Escondido)
For More Information
Hosted by Indi Squared

Indivisible needs your superpowers to visit friends and neighbors in the district to get out the vote this November 6.

Walk with Nathan Fletcher and Dr. Jen!

"VOTE" buttonSunday, September 7, 1pm
4241 Jutland Drive #315
For More Information
Hosted by Nathan Fletcher for County Supervisor 2018 and Dr. Jen Campbell for San Diego City Council

Join local Democratic activists knocking doors throughout San Diego as we support two candidates who will fight back against Trump’s hateful agenda.

October 8

Final 2018 Endorsement Meeting!

"VOTE" buttonMonday, October 8, 6pm
Elijah’s Restaurant
7016 Clairmont Mesa Boulevard
For More Information
Hosted by San Diego Progressive Democratic Club

This is our final endorsement meeting of the 2018 election cycle, and we will be considering down-ticket candidates recommended by our North and East chapter members.

Our special focus this month will be on Get Out The Vote efforts, so we can elect the candidates we have been so excited to endorse!

We will also be looking at adopting an Anti-Harassment Policy for our club, and a Climate Change Resolution. Join us, and bring a friend or three!

Carlsbad Mayoral Forum

"VOTE" buttonMonday, October 8, 5:30pm
City of Carlsbad Harding Community Center
3095 Harding Street
For More Information
Hosted by Cori Schumacher Carlsbad Councilmember, Candidate for Mayor and 2 others

The Carlsbad Police Officers Association is proud to sponsor a Carlsbad Mayoral forum, featuring the two candidates for Mayor: Councilmember Cori Schumacher and Mayor Matt Hall. This event is open to the public.


Call to Action if Trump Fires Mueller
March for Truth—an organization that is working with dozens of advocacy groups to organize rapid response protests has partnered with MoveOn.org, Public Citizen, Indivisible and many others to prepare emergency ‘Nobody is Above the Law‘ rallies that will happen directly following the firing of the special counsel should it occur. There are already events in 800+ cities and communities scheduled across the country—more than 300,000 people are prepared to take to the streets.

By firing Mueller or Rosenstein, the president would trigger a full-fledged constitutional crisis by asserting that he is above the law. The hours following the firing will determine whether he is proved right.

Local Rallies Starting Today at 5pm & Continuing Daily Thereafter
Bring Pots and Pans – Make Noise

Call to Action if Trump Fires Mueller
US District Court Southern District of California
330 West Broadway (Downtown)

Nobody is Above the Law Rally
Westfield North County Mall (Escondido)

Nobody is Above the Law Rally
Collier Park (Ramona)

Nobody is Above the Law Rally
Carlsbad Premium Outlet Mall


Other Stuff to Do

Join the ACLU’s People Power: People Power is, at its core, a grassroots member-mobilization project. Through People Power, the ACLU will engage volunteers across the country to take action when Trump or his administration attempt to enact unconstitutional policies or trample on people’s constitutional rights. By mobilizing in defense of our civil liberties, volunteers will build local communities that affirm our American values of respect, equality, and solidarity.

Sign Up for Indivisible. All the cool kids are doing it. (Really!)

San Diego Democratic Party Calendar Includes business meetings, chartered club meetings, voter registration events, election information, holidays, and other events of interest to Democrats.


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Doug Porter was active in the early days of the alternative press in San Diego, contributing to the OB Liberator, the print version of the OB Rag, the San Diego Door, and the San Diego Street Journal. He went on to have a 35-year career in the Hospitality business and decided to go back into raising hell when he retired. He won numerous awards for his columns from the Society of Professional Journalists in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017. Doug is a cancer survivor (sans vocal chords) and lives in North Park.
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