112 DAYS UNTIL THE NOVEMBER 8 ELECTION Just sayin' . . . Happy Tuesday, Activists! We hope your week is off to a good start. We want to take a minute to point out that after all of our calls and emails, President Biden has withdrawn his plan to nominate the anti-abortion Chad Meredith to a federal judgeship in Kentucky. This is a big win and shows our outrage over this nomination made a big difference. Congratulations! We have plenty for you to do to great voters out on November 8. Let's get to it.
FOLLOW-UP FROM THE KOLBERT MEETING
We hope you learned a lot during our meeting with Kathryn Kolbert last week. You can view the recording at this link.
CALL TO ACTION: EXPAND THE COURT
Rep. Evans – D.C. office 202-225-4001; Phila office 215-276-0340; email link Rep. Boyle – D.C. office 202-225-6111; Phila office 215-335-3355; email link Sen. Casey – Phila office 215-405-9660; D.C. 202-224-6324; email link Sen. Toomey – Phila office 215-241-1090; D.C. 202-224-4254; email link For outside PA: Find your Senators’ phone numbers and emails at this link. Even as Democrats work to expand our rights, the threat that they could be overturned by the Supreme Court looms large. We must expand the court after Donald Trump and Mitch McConnell conspired to pack it for generations to come. The only way to re-legitimize the court is to expand it. 1. Contact our Senators and tell them to vote YES on the Markey Court Expansion Bill. 2. Call your Representative and tell them to pass Representative Mondaire Jones's House version of the Senate bill.
"TAX THE ULTRA-RICH NOW" FEST!
This Sunday, July 24, the Pennsylvania Budget & Policy Center is hosting a “Tax the Ultra Rich Now!” fest featuring elected officials and community leaders; an appearance by “Mr. Rigs,” the giant inflatable fat cat; entertainment; and food. When: Sunday, July 24, 12:00-3:00 pm. Where: North side of City Hall You can find the event posted on Facebook and Mobilize.
REACH VOTERS WITH US!
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Canvassing In Philadelphia
Nothing is more effective than canvassing. Period. We’ll train you, go over the script first, and pair you with a partner if you want. We’ll also feed you!! What could be better?
Learn how! Join this training for our Canvassing and our 35 Doors Project.
When: Wednesday, July 20, 6:30 pm
Where: Zoom Sign up here.
Oxford Circle, Ward 53
When: Saturday, July 16, 10:00 am
Where: Meet at the Country Club Diner, 1717 Cottman Avenue. We’ll buy you breakfast too! Sign up here.
Queen Village/Bella Vista, Ward 2
When: Sunday, July 17, 11:00 am
Where: Meet at Cianfrani Park, 8th and Fitzwater Streets
Oxford Circle, Ward 53
When: Saturday, July 23, 10:00 am
Where: Meet at Country Club Diner, 1717 Cottman Avenue. We’ll buy you breakfast too! Sign up here.
Overbrook, Ward 34
When: Sunday, July 24th 11:00 am
Where: Meet at Tustin Playground, 59th Street and Columbia Ave.
Voter Registration
Rittenhouse Square When: Saturday, July 30, two shifts: 10:00 am-noon; noon-2:00 pm Where: Meet in front of the Ethical Society on South Rittenhouse Square Sign up here.
Philly AIDS Thrift
When: Saturday, August 6, 2:00-4:00 pm
Where: Philly AIDS Thrift, 710 South 5th Street
35 Doors Project! Talk to voters in your neighborhood to get out the vote. This is some of the most important work you can do - and it's fun! Check out our 35 Doors Project! Email us here for more info.