Checking in

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This week, our bulletin is abridged as we process the results of the election. We hope you’re taking some time to rest. Know that we have a lot to be proud of! If you haven’t yet, check out our initial thoughts on Paul Prescod’s race and his own analysis. 

We’ll be back as usual next week. In the meantime, we have a few updates and events for you below.

• We’ve launched a #socialist-book-exchange channel on Slack! If you’ve got a book or reading to share or discuss, please use this channel to connect. Find it by hovering over “Channels” on the left sidebar and clicking the plus sign.
  • If you’re a Philly DSA member and you’d like to join our Slack workspace, please fill out this form. Our Slack hosts more than 400 members who share updates from their DSA projects, get to know other members, and organize between meetings. 
    
    
• Anakbayan Philly Philippine Election Vigil: The Philadelphia chapter of Anakbayan is holding a Vigil for Democracy in the wake of Bong Bong Marcos’ and Sara Duterte’s victory as President and Vice President, respectively. Their wins threaten an increase of hostility and state repression toward progressive and socialist forces in the Philippines. 
  • We’ll join our comrades to mourn the lives lost under the previous regimes of Rodrigo Duterte and Ferdinand Marcos. Join us tomorrow, May 20 at 6pm in Clark Park.  
    
    
• The Steering Committee approved a new COVID-safety protocol for in-person events at their last meeting. Please take a look and email [email protected] with questions.

On the calendar
Unless otherwise specified, all events are held via Zoom. 

Ben Fletcher Campaign Meeting, tonight at 7pm
Join the campaign to install a mural commemorating Ben Fletcher and the legacy of interracial labor organizing in Philadelphia.

Poetry & Solidarity with the Racial Justice Committee, May 22 at 2pm, The Matchbook
Explore racial justice, multiracial community, and labor organizing through poetry! We’ll have an open mic, so bring an original poem or one of your favorites.

Communications Committee Meeting, May 23 at 6pm
Get involved in everything communications, including graphic design, writing, and social media.

Tax the Rich Committee Meeting, May 24 at 5pm
If you want to win the city services we deserve by making the rich pay their fair share in taxes, RSVP for our monthly meeting today!

May New Member Meeting, May 24 at 6:30pm
An introduction to Philly DSA for new members and people thinking about joining the local. Learn about the local and the many ways you can get involved!

View the full calendar 

In solidarity,

Philly DSA
http://www.phillydsa.org/