Saturday, September 21, 2019
International Day of Peace
Let's keep working on this. Yesterday's Climate Strike showed the power of the people, inspired by one determined young woman named Greta, who refused to accept all the excuses.
It is up to us to continue the work.
I have faith we can do this. We need to encourage and support candidates who understand the importance of protecting and restoring our environment.
We need more green spaces, cleaner air, water.
Tuesday, September 17, 2019
Saturday, September 14, 2019
Make America Polite Again
In case you missed it last week, Bill Maher tried to be funny by suggesting we start "fat shaming" people. I didn't think it was funny, but since I'm busy seeking a decent, stable day gig while trying to make ends meet at home, all while running for POTUS from facebook (until we raise enough to start travelling) and attempting to stay true to myself in the process, I didn't feel the need to respond to it. After all, this isn't the first time he (Bill Maher) has said something so completely stupid that it was easy for me to ignore.
That is, until James Corden decided to use his public platform to respond. So, a thank you to Mr. Corden.
Maybe we should stop shaming and blaming each other for things we cannot control and start working together on the things we CAN do something about, such as being more courteous, and protecting each other's rights.
Ox,
Mari
That is, until James Corden decided to use his public platform to respond. So, a thank you to Mr. Corden.
“If making fun of fat people made them lose weight, there’d be no fat kids in schools.” — @JKCorden responds to @billmaher's call for the return of fat shaming. pic.twitter.com/asXmlNEx4L— The Late Late Show with James Corden (@latelateshow) September 13, 2019
Maybe we should stop shaming and blaming each other for things we cannot control and start working together on the things we CAN do something about, such as being more courteous, and protecting each other's rights.
Ox,
Mari
Monday, September 9, 2019
Bahama Hurricane Evacuees Kicked Off Florida Ferry
Once again, the incompetence and cruelty of this administration rears its ugly head. Yet another case of top down control freaks coming in and ordering the locals around.
Enough already.
Enough already.
Here is the full story we put together after getting off the ferry this morning. Hurricane evacuees kicked off the boat. Crew on the boat blamed US Customs and Border Protection, CBP now blames the ferry company @Balearia . pic.twitter.com/QLRcxbALdk— Brian Entin (@BrianEntin) September 9, 2019
Wednesday, September 4, 2019
Close the Camps Choir Protest: September 15th, 3 - 5 pm, Embarcadero Plaza, San Francisco
Come one, come all! Add your voice to the Close the Camps Choir as we sing to protest this administration's mistreatment of immigrants. This is not a concert, but an opportunity for us all to sing as one against the camps. Visit closethecampschoir.com to RSVP and receive updated information about the event. Sheet music is available to download.
Choirs, choruses, and individual singers are all invited to participate. Join us!
Also - please let us know if you can help with transportation and/or audio needs by posting to the facebook event.
Related:
https://www.facebook.com/events/380781255918236/
https://www.npr.org/sections/thesalt/2018/07/31/634442195/when-the-u-s-government-tried-to-replace-migrant-farmworkers-with-high-schoolers
https://sf.curbed.com/2017/11/17/16669802/justin-herman-plaza-name-sf
Sunday, August 25, 2019
August 31st Reminder
Hello!
A reminder about the August 31 date at The Rancho!
Life is what we make it, we can either grow bitter, or we can grow better.
I'm encouraged by every donation of $1, everything else is gravy. Thank you for understanding what it is we are attempting with this campaign.
Never give up.
ox,
Mari
https://secure.actblue.com/donate/music2020
Related:
https://changethetune.net
A reminder about the August 31 date at The Rancho!
Life is what we make it, we can either grow bitter, or we can grow better.
I'm encouraged by every donation of $1, everything else is gravy. Thank you for understanding what it is we are attempting with this campaign.
Never give up.
ox,
Mari
https://secure.actblue.com/donate/music2020
Related:
https://changethetune.net
Wednesday, August 21, 2019
Act Blue Donation Link
For one thing, I have many years of experience bringing people of various ethnic and economic backgrounds and diverse personalities together to have a great time.
Now, as you may already know,
this is the exact opposite of what we are used to in politics.
Political strategy has traditionally been:
divide people,
say whatever you need to say,
make promises that cannot be kept,
just in order to "win."
We have all experienced these tactics from both the so called "right" and "left" side of the political spectrum, and frankly, it's not working for anyone.
While it may seem to be working for a small minority, in truth,
nobody is winning when our environment is being destroyed in the name of "progress."
The health of our environment --
the air, the soil, the water, biodiversity are all suffering as a result of unchecked profiteering.
We need to come together as a nation for the benefit of all, not just the chosen, misguided few.
Are you ready for a true revolution?
Music is a vehicle for change!
Join us on this journey.
Together, we can reach our destination of a more peaceful, more organic world.
Tuesday, August 20, 2019
Thursday, August 15, 2019
Thoughts on History, Individual Donors Goal: 130,000
Finally getting around to updating the ActBlue contribution forms. Thanks to everyone who had donated thus far. I really appreciate your support. I believe we can do this.
$1 is fine.
https://secure.actblue.com/donate/music2020
Thank You,
Mari
Sunday, August 4, 2019
August 28 Goal: 130,000 Donors
Hello Everyone,
These are extraordinary times in the history of our nation, when every one of us is being called to service in some way. I ask for your assistance in reaching the goal of 130,000 donors, to make it to the national debate stage. I am no stranger to gun violence.
https://secure.actblue.com/donate/mari2020
Thank you,
Mari
Related:
9 killed in Ohio in second US mass shooting within 24 hours
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — A gunman wearing body armor and carrying extra magazines opened fire in a popular nightlife area of Dayt...
Read the full story on https://apnews.com/3b1b785f5b364d9da050bec3d0d48312
These are extraordinary times in the history of our nation, when every one of us is being called to service in some way. I ask for your assistance in reaching the goal of 130,000 donors, to make it to the national debate stage. I am no stranger to gun violence.
https://secure.actblue.com/donate/mari2020
Thank you,
Mari
Related:
9 killed in Ohio in second US mass shooting within 24 hours
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — A gunman wearing body armor and carrying extra magazines opened fire in a popular nightlife area of Dayt...
Read the full story on https://apnews.com/3b1b785f5b364d9da050bec3d0d48312
Thursday, August 1, 2019
Sunday, July 28, 2019
Red, White and Blues:: 8/17 in SF, 8/31 in Nicasio
Hey Everybody:
The "Red, White and Blues" caravan continues:
August 17th:
The Saloon, 1232 Grant Avenue, San Francisco, CA 9:30 pm
August 31st:
Rancho Nicasio, One Rancheria Road, Nicasio, CA 8:00 pm
Hope to see you. As previously stated, not much political talk, mostly music.
Btw, in case you missed it when it was released in September 2018:
Marc Ribot with Tom Waits, "Bella Ciao"
https://youtu.be/50GvkAO0OIg
The "Red, White and Blues" caravan continues:
August 17th:
The Saloon, 1232 Grant Avenue, San Francisco, CA 9:30 pm
August 31st:
Rancho Nicasio, One Rancheria Road, Nicasio, CA 8:00 pm
Hope to see you. As previously stated, not much political talk, mostly music.
Btw, in case you missed it when it was released in September 2018:
Marc Ribot with Tom Waits, "Bella Ciao"
https://youtu.be/50GvkAO0OIg
Saturday, July 27, 2019
[ Atlantic ] Why We're Moving Forward With Impeachment
https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2019/07/why-were-moving-forward-impeachment/594931
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