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Occupy AC Transit Announces Extended Bus Transfer Campaign

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On Wednesday 5/16/12 , Occupy Oakland and rank-and-file AC-Transit drivers announced a campaign that will pressure the MTC to make transportation more accessible for low-income communities and to reverse concessions forced on transit workers. This campaign kicks off today by asking drivers to honor transfers for multiple use and up to 3 hours. Riders and drivers stand in solidarity in this demand for a just transportation system. Next year, another round of fare increases is scheduled to go into effect. This is in addition to service cuts disproportionately applied to … Continued

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Proposal Queue for GA Sunday 5/20

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1) Proposal To Endorse Occupy Oakland Media Committee Purpose Statement 2) Proposal for Occupy Oakland to Ratify the proposal created by the National Gathering Working Group 3) Proposal to Endorse Occupy Anti-War Working Group resolution to  END to the militarization and violence of the police, FBI, homeland security, and any other ‘security’ force 4) Proposal to denounce the physical attack on the Revolution Books table at OGP On May Day 5) Proposal for a march against stay away orders and state repression toward Occupy Oakland 1) Proposal To Endorse Occupy … Continued

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Occupy the City Council meeting to demand justice for Alan Blueford!

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The family of Alan Blueford has asked allies to come to the Oakland City Council Meeting at 6 pm on Tuesday to demand justice for the OPD killing of their son! Get there by 6 pm to demand a real investigation into the circumstances of the killing! The police officer should not be on paid leave, beyond that, what is his name, and why are they still on the force? 31273

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OCCUPY OAKLAND MEDIA COMMITTEE PURPOSE STATEMENT

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The Occupy Oakland Media Committee (OOMC) is a committee of Occupy Oakland* (OO) that makes use of the press, social media, multimedia, and other forms of media to connect with supporters by promoting actions events, workshops, and nurturing political dialogue. The OOMC will develop and adhere to policies regarding the following responsibilities: Connecting outside press inquiries to current and relevant sources of information – rotating “spokespersons,” contacts within committees, or document archives – primarily within OO but also within the greater Occupy movement.  Working with other committees to write, edit, … Continued

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Update: Support Blueford family at City Council meeting Tuesday, May 15th – 6:00 pm

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Stop Oakland Police Brutality!!!

UPDATE: Pack the City Council meeting this Tuesday, May 15th, at 6:00 pm. It is located at 14th and Broadway in downtown Oakland. Show your support in your presence and voice for all of our sons and daughters of Oakland.     During the early morning hours of May 6, 2012, Alan Blueford was murdered by an OPD officer, whose name has yet to be released. His family is now seeking justice for his death. EARLIER ACTION: This Saturday, May 12th, there will be a march at 3pm from the … Continued

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Bayer Demonstration May 16 – Ban the Pesticides – Save the Bees!

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MILLIONS OF DEAD BEES!   MYSTERY SOLVED!! Join the protest against Bayer on Wednesday, May 16th, from 4 to 6 pm. Wear bee garb, dress like bees, bring your smokers and stingers…. We are demanding the immediate ban of Clothianidin, the pesticide responsible for massive bee die-offs worldwide, which is produced by Bayer.   This pesticide has precipitated Colony Collapse Disorder, threatening the livelihood of both large and small farmers as well as beekeepers—indeed the ecological balance of the planet.   Many vegetables and fruits and other crops depend upon bees for pollination.  … Continued

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Re-Imagine the GA Working Group Meeting at New Location!

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The Re-Imagine the GA Working Group (the group planning the gathering to re-imagine the GA) will now be meeting from 6:00-8:00pm at Cafe Madrid at 2001 Broadway (at 20th) on Fridays starting 5/18. All are welcome to join us in organizing the re-imagining event/s. 30954

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Re-Imagine the General Assembly Survey

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GA Hand Raising

In preparation for re-imagining the General Assembly, we’d like to hear your thoughts about the GA.  Please take a couple minutes and tell us what you think in our survey: English: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/8YDSBC2 Spanish: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/8FBFRGT Much feedback has been received about the Occupy Oakland General Assembly over the months. Some people find that the General Assembly works well as an effective decision-making process and as a community forum. Others feel that it is not serving the needs of everyone who may want to participate. We acknowledge that some have felt injured … Continued

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Rally at OPD against the murder of Alan Buford

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  This Friday, May 11th, there will be an action in front of the OPD Station at 7th and Broadway to protest and bring light to the murder of 18 year old Alan Buford this past weekend. It will begin at 5pm and will include such speakers as Jack Bryson from Occupy Oakland amongst others.Y 30700

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