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Weekly Protest Caravan hosted by Ohio Families for COVID Relief

Chart about what acts cover

Thursday, August 27, 2020, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
We will caravan to Ohio Statehouse to call attention to the need for Congress to act now. Join us to elevate this message! Caravan will start at both locations: East High School parking lot, 1500 East Broad Street, Columbus OH 43205 or Whetstone Community Center parking lot, 3909 North High Street, Columbus OH 43214.  Cars will gather at these locations from 4:00p-4:30pm then we will proceed to the Statehouse and drive around it for 30 minutes. Create signs for your car or come without and we can provide. Let's join forces to support the #HeroesAct! 

From Code Pink: Tell Congress to Expand funding for the USPS

Sign saying We Love USPS

The Postmaster General just announced they would postpone cuts to the USPS until after the election. Meanwhile, Congress is refusing to increase funding for the USPS while seriously considering handing the Pentagon another $30 billion in the next COVID relief package. What kind of backwards priorities are these? Tell Congress to prioritize democracy and expand funding for the USPS NOW! 

Support a Wage Theft Ordinance in Columbus

Details about event
https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/call-on-columbus-city-council-to-pass-a-wage-theft-ordinance Wage theft is a major issue in Ohio and across the United States. Wage theft is when employees are misclassified, not properly paid for all work performed, paid less than the minimum wage, paid less than the prevailing wage, not paid for all hours worked, and/or not paid overtime compensation. Columbus has been hit hard by the crisis, but we have an opportunity to address this critical issue.

Day of Action for Medicare for All

Details about event

Saturday, August 22, 12noon
North Broadway and High Streets

An estimated 27 million people have now lost their health insurance due to the pandemic, in addition to 29 million who were already uninsured. That’s nearly 60 million people in the US without health insurance, during a global pandemic. COVID-19 has laid bare that our health care system is in dire need of reform — and Medicare for All could help us now more than ever. People of color in the US face disproportionate lack of health care, and the racial disparities of COVID-19 have made this more evident than ever before. One of the best ways to fix the injustices at our system’s core starts with making sure that everyone, no matter what, is guaranteed health care free at the point of service. You're invited to show your support for Medicare for All, by bringing and displaying a sign to passers by. Social distance and masks required. Enjoy each other in our demand for Medicare for All, NOW!

The "Good Trouble" Rally And Protest

People protesting

Friday, August 21, 5:30pm
Goodale Park
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"Do not get lost in a sea of despair. Be hopeful, be optimistic. our struggle is not the struggle of a day, a week, a month, or a year, it is the struggle of lifetime. Never, ever be afraid to make some noise and get in good trouble, necessary trouble." -John Lewis

*Yoga with Ellen at the gazebo at 5:30!*

Speakers include:
Kiara Yakita
Kiara Curry
Jessica Smiley
Tyler Rutledge
And more TBA

Grab a mask and join us at Gooddale Park for a peaceful rally to support Black Lives Matter, Black liberation, justice, and the valuing of black lives. We will rally in the park with passionate speakers and march to allow our voices to be heard.

The "Good Trouble" Rally And Protest

People protesting

Friday, August 21, 5:30pm
Goodale Park

"Do not get lost in a sea of despair. Be hopeful, be optimistic. our struggle is not the struggle of a day, a week, a month, or a year, it is the struggle of lifetime. Never, ever be afraid to make some noise and get in good trouble, necessary trouble." -John Lewis *Yoga with Ellen at the gazebo at 5:30!* Speakers include:
Kiara Yakita
Kiara Curry
Jessica Smiley
Tyler Rutledge
And more TBA Grab a mask and join us at Gooddale Park for a peaceful rally to support Black Lives Matter, Black liberation, justice, and the valuing of black lives. We will rally in the park with passionate speakers and march to allow our voices to be heard. Change comes from persistent efforts and the warrior spirit of those who wish to create a better world. We must let them know that we are still here and we will not submit or give up. We are uniting across racial and socioeconomic lines, in unity, to protect, uplift, empower and embolden Black Lives  

Heroes Act Caravan Rally-Week 2

Bus

August 20, 2020, 4:45- 5:15 pm
Ohio Statehouse

Democratic Ohio-12 candidate Alaina Shearer, will lead our weekly Heroes Act protest caravan with her US BUS!
As teachers and shelter volunteers, we are seeing how COVID-19 is undermining the well-being of our community, especially members who were already in vulnerable positions before the onset of this pandemic. We were shocked when Congress did not pass the second relief bill in early August. Instead of extending the $600 weekly federal unemployment payments and eviction moratorium, Congress left for vacation. The Senate must return and compromise in order to pass a COVID relief package. People's lives are hanging in the balance. The economy stands on the edge of an even deeper collapse if a relief package is not passed. Our country needs a comprehensive plan to address our needs during the pandemic and beyond. This week we will be joined by local unions members as well as some citizens helping keep our neighbors safe in shelters.

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