Children & Education
"How We Won Health Care for All"
Brought to Oregon by Jobs with Justice, 13-12-2011 - 09:18
"How We Won Health Care for All," a presentation by the Vermont WorkersCenter
Wednesday, December 14, 7:00 p.m.
Rogue Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 87 Fourth St., Ashland
In June 2010, Vermont signed into law a plan to create a statewide, universal health care system. Now the spirit of Vermont is coming to Oregon. Come hear from two members of the Vermont Workers Center, whose three-year campaign convinced the Vermont legislature to declare health as a human right. This presentation will be followed by break-out groups of local folks to get involved in the continuing campaign for universal health care in Oregon. Suggested donation, $10. No one turned away.
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Occupy Greg Walden -- D2 on D5!
99% of Congressional District 2 is NOT Represented, 02-12-2011 - 08:45
Oregonians across the state “Occupy” Congressional District 2 to demand People’s Town Halls with Rep. Walden!
Powell Butte, OR – In the largest, unified public demonstration to address a specific member of Congress in recent history, the Occupy movement will convene throughout Congressional District 2 in eastern Oregon Monday, December 5, to demand Rep. Walden hold accessible town halls. In Bend, La Grande, Medford and Hood River, church groups, educators, and labor unions will join the “99%” in simultaneous mid-day rallies and marches calling for a more representative democracy.
SOUTHERN OREGON'S RALLY IS IN MEDFORD!
12 noon, Dec. 5, Vogel Plaza, Main & Central
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Giving Voice to Ohio Workers is a Win for All Workers
S E C R E T A R Y * O F * L A B O R, 11-11-2011 - 05:34
This victory is for all workers! In Southern Oregon early this year We Stood Up in solidarity with Wisconsin workers when they were under attack. Strong public rallies in both Medford and Ashland were consistent with a working class message of solidarity. People get it. We are the 99%. We will build a strong working class—Wes Brain
During an Ohio labor referendum Tuesday, a majority of voters rejected a state law that would have limited the collective bargaining rights of thousands of teachers, firefighters and police officers. "Ohio has made it clear: these dedicated public servants still need a seat at the table to demand fairness, dignity and respect — especially in tough economic times. Through their unions, they have a voice in their workplace, in their future and, most importantly, in our future," said Secretary Labor Hilda Solis in a statement.
Read the Secretary's Statement
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O C C U P Y * A S H L A N D -- p h o t o s
S T O P * C O R P O R A T E * G R E E D, 07-10-2011 - 09:07
OCTOBER 6, 2011
O C C U P Y * A S H L A N D Day #1
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Stop the machine! Create a New World!
Southern Oregon, 28-09-2011 - 13:10
STOP THE MACHINE! CREATE A NEW WORLD!
CALL TO ACTION!
OCTOBER 6TH
DOWNTOWN PLAZA IN ASHLAND, OREGON
October 2011 marks the 10th anniversary of the invasion of Afghanistan and the beginning of the 2012 federal austerity budget. On October 6, 2011, we will stand in solidarity with our brothers and sisters in Washington, D.C., where a huge rally will be taking place. We stand with them for a better world, for a world which refuses to sit in drugged silence as the system around it perpetuates oppression and the illegal wars that impose it. We will stand together against economic exploitation and demand that our economy meets human needs instead of Wall Street profits.
For too long we have stood idly by, hiding our faces from the suffering around us, hoping that it will disappear on its own or that some mythical Other will save us from our own society. It is time for us to wake up, to wake up to the fact that we create the substance of our society and that against the determined will of the people nothing can stand; we must take courage and act. Neither time nor a different president will heal the wounds in our world; only we the people can. We are up for the task. Together we can create the future we envision of peace, justice and equality.
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Wobbly skit is a Tombstone Tales hit!
WOBBLY FREE SPEECH MONUMENT CAMPAIGN, 07-07-2011 - 21:40
1911 IWW Free Speech History Told with Tombstone Theatrics
The early reviews are in and this year's Tombstone Tales in Ashland, Oregon puts the spotlight on a skit that is timely, educational and fun! The Wobbly Free Speech theatrics take place in the Ashland Cemetery (right next to Safeway) with a five minute-long skit that tells the story of what happened 100 years ago...
It was February, 1911 when determined men, over 100 members of the Industrial Workers of the World (IWW, nicknamed "Wobblies") road the rails in boxcars south from Portland, Oregon. After being kicked off the train in Ashland by the Railroad Police the Wobblies in an extreme act of bravery took off on foot marching up and over the Siskiyou Mountains on the Oregon and California border.
Bound for Fresno, California to support striking farmworkers the Wobblies marched up to 150 miles in an incredible act of solidarity which is not going to be forgotten. So say's Southern Oregon Jobs with Justice who has embarked on a campaign to create a Wobbly Free Speech Monument to honor these brave men of one hundred years ago.
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DPRK condemns South Korean "anti-DPRK policy"
Varyus Sorses, 07-07-2011 - 11:31
PYONGYANG, June 25 -- The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) accused the South Korean authorities Saturday of maintaining an anti-DPRK policy, the official KCNA news agency reported.
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No Justice for Women and Children in J.C.
RepublicansAreRedDemocratsAreBlueMeAreGreen, 24-06-2011 - 21:42
The Bucy sex abuse case from the victim's perspective.
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Walmart Buys Politicians & Policy--New Report
P R E S S * R E L E A S E * * WALMART WARNING, 03-06-2011 - 17:53
From: Southern Oregon Jobs with Justice
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 3, 2011
Contacts: Shelley Talbott 
Shelley.Talbott@UFCW555.com 1-800-452-8329 ext 6317; Wes Brain, brain@mind.net 541-482-6988; Jason Houk houk@kskq.org 541-292-1168; Ivend Holen, idholen@ccountry.net 541-779-5392
Southern Oregon Jobs with Justice urges Walmart to be transparent about its political and charitable giving. New political reports shows difference between what Walmart says and where it gives.
Medford, Oregon— In response to new research released this week by Walmart Watch about the company’s political contributions, elected officials have been asked to urge Walmart to be transparent about its political and charitable giving. A vote on how political contributions are disclosed is expected at today’s annual shareholders’ meeting.
This Medford Walmart warning has a history. State Representative Peter Buckley’s concerns about Walmart expanding with a South Medford supercenter go back to 2005 with this video warning 
http://rogueimc.org/media/2005/11/5580.mov (11-10-05 press conference Central Point, OR).
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Things you can do whether you're on "the Better Way Bus" or not...!
Bob Sexton, Director, Region 14 (Jackson & Josephine Counties), SEIU #503, 18-05-2011 - 23:17
Hello, fellow Southern Oregon SEIU/Labor/Social Justice activist!
If you're like me, you may be very frustrated that - much as you'd like to - you won't be able to attend SEIU's "Better Way Rally" in Salem this Friday. (Or maybe you ARE going? If so, please share this info anyway!) I'm MIGHTY glad to hear that SEIU is fielding TWO busses from the Southern Oregon area, but unfortunately, I won't be on them. However, I'm NOT going to let this opportunity pass me by without doing SOMETHING! I hope you'll spread this message to other coworkers, labor activists, and Oregon citizens who rely on the continuation of our services...
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Rally for a Better Way for Oregon Friday, May 20 in Salem
SOUTHERN OREGON JOBS WITH JUSTICE, 17-05-2011 - 10:50
Southern Oregon Jobs with Justice invites ALL of Southern Oregon to come to Salem this Friday!
Thousands of Oregonians will converge on the front steps of the Capitol in Salem.
The spark we like to call the spirit of Wisconsin has awaken. Our communities are standing up for the working class. Just like in Wisconsin the struggle in Oregon is focused on public employees, however we see the bigger fight. It is one for strong communities. Good jobs. Good schools. Good healthcare. Join us in Salem this Friday. We Are One!
Check out this video on the affects of state budget cuts – including stories you’d never believe - http://bit.ly/iywYQu.
What: Rally for A Better Way for Oregon
When: Friday, May 20, 11:30 a.m.
Where: Front steps of the State Capitol, Salem
SEIU Buses will come from Medford, Grants Pass, Klamath Falls, Roseburg (and more!) Schedule Below. GET ON THE BUS!
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Child Drugging: Psychiatry Destroying Lives
Paola Martinez, 28-04-2011 - 14:54
Contrary to psychiatric opinion, children are not “experimental animals.” They are human beings who have every right to expect protection, care, love and the chance to reach their full potential in life. A chance denied them by psychiatry’s labels and chemical straitjackets.
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11-11-11 GLOBAL GODS DAY [Global Gods Group]
Dr Alan Sun, 22-03-2011 - 08:35
11-11-11 GLOBAL GODS DAY [Global Gods Group – GGG] Naresh Sonee
GLOBAL GODS DAY falls on 11/11 of every year.‘Secular Spiritualists Day’ is on 1/11 – ‘Global Gods Day’ falls exactly after ten days on 11/11. This day 1/11 is a ‘Global Spiritualists Day’ or say ‘Human Spiritualist Day’. Similarly 11/11 is only a ‘Global Gods Day’. Read more..
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Mad As Hell Doctors visit Southern Oregon
E V E R Y B O D Y * I N * * N O B O D Y * O U T, 22-03-2011 - 02:12
HEALTH CARE AIN'T FIXED YET!!!
Attend the MAD AS HELL DOCTORS TOUR and find out how it can be fixed
The Doctors are coming -- and they are MAD AS HELL -- at the drug and insurance companies! Attend one of the three Mad As Hell Doctors tour stops in the Rogue Valley in Grants Pass, Medford or Selma, March 26, 27 & 28th, and join the push for a national health care plan that will work for all Americans.
The Mad as Hell Doctors or Physicians for a National Health Program are doctors and other health care providers who advocate for improved and expanded Medicare for all – in other words, a single-payer, government-administered health care plan.
G R A N T S * P A S S
March 26th, 2011
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Anne Basker Auditorium
604 NW 6th Street
M E D F O R D
March 27th, 2011
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Medford Public Library
205 South Central Ave.
S E L M A
March 28th, 2011
Noon - 2:00 p.m.
Selma Center
18255 Redwood Hwy.
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GLOBAL GODS DAY 11/11/11
Dr Alan Sun, 19-03-2011 - 13:28
GLOBAL GODS DAY declared on 11/11/11 . [ Global Gods Group – GGG ]
GLOBAL GODS DAY falls on 11/11 of every year.Declared by Naresh Sonee
‘Secular Spiritualists Day’ is on 1/11 – ‘Global Gods Day’ falls exactly after ten days on 11/11. This day 1/11 is a ‘Global Spiritualists Day’ or say ‘Human Spiritualist Day’.
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Tata Noah chief of Indigenous communities
Juan Esteban Yupanqui Villalobos, 18-03-2011 - 06:26
My grandfather walked with a very long stick adorned with many allegories. Tata Noah told me long ago that it represented our true nation, which was all unknown, because many of those living in the village had given in to the viciousness of the white people and did not follow the customs of our fathers. That hurt my Tata, so when I arrived, he ever and ever told me many things and stories of our nation...
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Single Payer Health Care Reformers in Salem, Oregon
E V E R Y B O D Y * I N * * N O B O D Y * O U T, 13-03-2011 - 17:00
3/11/11 Salem, Oregon -- Intro by Wes Brain: Southern Oregonians travelled to Salem to join with Single Payer health care reformers from all across the state for a day full of activism. A noon time rally on the steps of the Capitol combined with legislative lobby visits and then a hearing before the Oregon House Health Care Committee. Single Payer advocates made the case for House Bill 3510 which will provide better health care for ALL. This news features a report back from Irene who made the trek from the Rogue Valley... I shot a few photos and they are included. My testimony in Salem is recapped in this short video http://vimeo.com/21005467
From Irene: A major philosophical difference that emerged summarized: Whereas single payer advocates repeatedly stated that "health care was a human right" a couple of well-heeled members of Americans for Prosperity (the Koch brothers-funded group) flatly--and chillingly--stated that "health care IS NOT a human right..." Meanwhile, regarding our lobbying efforts, the politicians are adhering to their own "political" personalities on this issue, and quite frankly, supporters know what an uphill battle this will be. Nonetheless, the winds of change which are sweeping the rest of the nation and the world, may indeed eventually even blow into Salem's chambers...--I" (more from Irene below)
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Single Payer Health Care Bill for Oregon
O N L Y * H E A L T H * C A R E, 08-03-2011 - 02:32
J O B S * W I T H * J U S T I C E * A C T I O N * A L E R T
SOUTHERN OREGON JOBS WITH JUSTICE (SOJwJ) MOBILIZES FOR HEALTH CARE JUSTICE
JOIN CAR POOL FROM SOUTHERN OREGON
Join the Oregon Single Payer Campaign’s
Legislative Action Day to support HB 3510,
Oregon’s Single Payer Health Care Bill
Friday, March 11 -- State Capitol Salem
Lobby your state representatives.
Meet for training at 9 am, MICAH Hall, First Methodist Church, 680 State St (1 block from the Capitol)
Rally at noon on the Capitol steps
Hearing House Health Care Committee takes testimony on the bill, 3 pm
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INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 100TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
SPONSORED BY A WIDE COALITION OF ORGANIZATIONS, 07-03-2011 - 02:10
Tuesday, March 8, 2011 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM on the Ashland Plaza + + + A free community celebration
Ashland Mayor John Stromberg will read the city's proclamation of support for International Women's Day and introduce local women who are civic leaders. Women at the event will be offered free Dagoba chocolate and a 23% discount on lunch at Louie's Restaurant & Bar - the discount representing the pay disparity between men and women.
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OR Rep. Dennis Richardson attacks workers, sides with corporations
When you take one of us on you take ALL of us on!, 28-02-2011 - 22:34
Dennis Richardson Blames Unions for current economic shortfalls. He sides with Wisconsin Governor Walker in the current attack on working people and he fails to ignore reality.
Listen up Dennis Richardson: CORPORATE GREED brought on this horrible recession NOT UNIONS.
Remember "Weapons of Mass Destruction" how that lie was used to get us into Iraq? Well, Dennis Richardson's script of blaming working people is full of holes and the average working stiff knows it.
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