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This 4-Week seminar led by Richard Wolff, will begin with an introduction and brief history of world socialism from its 18th-century beginnings to today. We will examine the different kinds of socialism (Soviet, social democracy, democratic socialism, Cuban socialism, socialism with Chinese characteristics, and worker-coop socialism) and likewise examine the differences among socialism, communism, anarchism, and so on. Finally, we will examine critiques of socialism. Throughout, we will be sensitive to different interpretations of socialism and distinguish between socialism as a critical movement within capitalism (how it began) and socialism as an alternative system (how it evolved).
The dates for each of the four sessions are on Mondays: Oct 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th. Online Zoom information will be sent through email upon registration.
This 4-Week seminar led by Richard Wolff, will begin with an introduction and brief history of world socialism from its 18th-century beginnings to today. We will examine the different kinds of socialism (Soviet, social democracy, democratic socialism, Cuban socialism, socialism with Chinese characteristics, and worker-coop socialism) and likewise examine the differences among socialism, communism, anarchism, and so on. Finally, we will examine critiques of socialism. Throughout, we will be sensitive to different interpretations of socialism and distinguish between socialism as a critical movement within capitalism (how it began) and socialism as an alternative system (how it evolved).
The dates for each of the four sessions are on Mondays: Oct 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th. Online Zoom information will be sent through email upon registration.
This 4-Week seminar led by Richard Wolff, will begin with an introduction and brief history of world socialism from its 18th-century beginnings to today. We will examine the different kinds of socialism (Soviet, social democracy, democratic socialism, Cuban socialism, socialism with Chinese characteristics, and worker-coop socialism) and likewise examine the differences among socialism, communism, anarchism, and so on. Finally, we will examine critiques of socialism. Throughout, we will be sensitive to different interpretations of socialism and distinguish between socialism as a critical movement within capitalism (how it began) and socialism as an alternative system (how it evolved).
The dates for each of the four sessions are on Mondays: Oct 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th. Online Zoom information will be sent through email upon registration.
Community call to Action: Join us at the Oakland City Council Meeting tomorrow 11/27 to urge a YES vote for a #ceasefirenow resolution. United with AROC, Oak4Gaza, JVP Action & many others.
When: arrive at 2:45 at Oakland City Hall. Special meeting starts at 4pm pic.twitter.com/ZIqQbJI3GX
— Authentically Oakland (@ChaneyTurner) November 27, 2023
There is a March and Rally beginning at the Oakland Courthouse on Tuesday November 28th! We are demanding that the Board of Supervisors stop funding for the expansion of Santa Rita Jail. We are demanding an investigation into the over 70 deaths of black and brown inmates in Santa… pic.twitter.com/O5WOwdkYbH
— Anita Wills (@bwdn2008) November 23, 2023
Join us on Tuesday, December 5th at 2PM at San Francisco City Hall and call on the Board of Supervisors to support a permanent ceasefire!
Supervisor Preston plans to introduce a ceasefire resolution at next Tuesday’s Board meeting.
Text “SF” to 833-633-0604 to stay updated pic.twitter.com/AVX6LjAycx
— AROC #FreePalestine (@AROCBayArea) November 30, 2023
Labor Demands:
A Permanent Ceasefire
No US Military Aid for Israel
End the Occupation
Come share vigil for Peace in Gaza and Palestine
We have flags and large signs
Text SAVETHEPARK to 41372 & share widely. If possible, disable yr phone’s “do not disturb” for the 1st week of January to get nighttime alerts.
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Heads up, Park defenders.
Emergency meet-up today (12/31) at noon at People's Park. Cop invasion expected Tues. 1/2 at 5:00 a.m. Come organize park defense. Meet great people. This is a vital last bit of green space, where ppl are allowed to just exist. 1/2
— ~🦥~ (@becauseberkeley) December 31, 2023
People’s Park Rapi: SHOW UP: we’re taking over Telegraph, starting at the corner with Haste, until we get our park back! Come anytime;Rally at 11am; live updates via Instagram @peoplesparkberkele
Cops entered the park last night around midnight. They used bulldozers and cut trees down. Several people were arrested.
SF Vote for Ceasefire Resolution! Join us to continue to demonstrate overwhelming support for #ceasefire. Monday, January 8 @ 9am Rules Committee Meeting and Tuesday, January 9 @ 1pm Full Board meeting and vote. Email Board of Supervisors: https://t.co/PEvWrq1bqu #SanFrancisco pic.twitter.com/7LnE5Jfj98
— AROC #FreePalestine (@AROCBayArea) January 5, 2024
There’s going to be an Oakland Port Shut Down in Solidarity with Palestine this Saturday 1/13. 5am
Please spread the word with Bay Area people. 🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸 pic.twitter.com/WJhqE44UFB
— Only Ceasefire Fans 🇵🇸🇵🇸 (@lesuperburp) January 9, 2024
Democratize Funding
Omni Commons Development & Grant writer Pallavi Kidambi is facilitating a two series grant writing workshop.
Part 1 On January 14th, with a focus for artists
Part 2 On January 21st, 3pm to 6pm with a focus for non-profits & collectives
Sliding scale workshop $30-$60 Venmo @omnicommons to RSVP
Resistance is Town Bizness! Join us January 15-19, 2024, for the 10th Anniversary of our annual celebration reclaiming MLK’s Radical Legacy with our march and week of action.
For the 10th year in a row, the Anti Police-Terror Project invites you to hit the streets for a mass march on King Day to demand a world free of white supremacy, war, capitalism, and imperialism.
This year, as Israel’s brutal siege and genocide on Gaza continues, we will continue to be in full solidarity with our Palestinian siblings and comrades in their calls for a ceasefire, no more military aid for Israel, and an end to the occupation.
Our march will begin in Oakland on MLK Day, Monday, January 15th at 11am at Oscar Grant Plaza (14th & Broadway). It will be followed by a full week of actions, trainings, teach-ins, film screenings, and healing offerings in King’s honor as we get ready for another year of solidarity, community and liberation. RSVP today to make sure you get updates.
When: January 15-19, 2024
Where: RSVP to get more details!
APTP acknowledges that Black liberation and Palestinian liberation are tied together, and that none of us will be free until all our people are free.
Dr. King’s legacy of radical direct action teaches us that real change comes from the people. For decades Oakland has been at the vanguard in the fight for Black liberation and collective freedom. That’s why � rooted in a tradition of Black revolutionaries standing with otther oppressed and colonized peoples across the globe � our moveement for a world without state violence is in fierce solidarity with the Palestinian freedom struggle. RSVP to let us know you will be with us.
Bay Area: Pack the court for the Bay Bridge 78!
The #BayBridge78 are back in court on the heels of San Francisco’s historic ceasefire resolution, joining the millions demanding an end to the genocide of Palestinians in Gaza.
Join us to tell San Francisco DA @BrookeJenkins_SF to DROP THE CHARGES!
Bay Area: Pack the court for the Bay Bridge 78!
The #BayBridge78 are back in court on the heels of San Francisco’s historic ceasefire resolution, joining the millions demanding an end to the genocide of Palestinians in Gaza.
Join us to tell San Francisco DA @BrookeJenkins_SF to DROP THE CHARGES!
Here’s an opportunity to join climate activists converging on the state legislature to promote bills to tackle the climate crisis.
Following the California Climate Policy Summit March 19, Environment California will lead a day when people can meet directly with legislators and their staff to show them that climate is a top priority for voters in the state and push them to do everything they can to get climate bills passed.
After a brief “Lobbying 101” training, the group will walk from the Sheraton Grand Sacramento Hotel over to the state capitol to begin meetings with legislators and their staff. Lunch will be provided at noon.