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I’m not going to say there’s a falling out among the thieves, because I don’t want to cast aspersions, but there’s a thunderstorm in heaven, there’s a break in the ranks, there are flies in the anointment, or whatever expression you want to choose, it’s not trivial, and perhaps very important, that there is finally some proof of life within the Republican caucus in the Senate and the US House of Representatives over the wild and crazy dictates of cabinet members and appointees trying to outdo themselves in fealty to Trump’s whims and wishes. After allowing Trump and his people to roll over elected members of Congress, this is might be a finger in the wind for change. Additionally, where the conservative ecosystem has essentially been an obsequious amen corner on almost every Trump connect outrage, finally there’s a stirring of complaint.
Monday, September 22, 8 PM ET / 7 PM CT
Did you know you can write letters to immigrants in detention, even if you don’t personally know someone detained?
The U.S. government is now detaining a record number of immigrants, and reportedly plans to almost double their detention capacity by the end of 2025. This includes a renewed emphasis on detaining families, including those with young children.
If you feel helpless when hearing about the high number of immigrants being detained by ICE, there is a way to respond with hope and care. Our friends at Casa de Paz have
graciously agreed to host us for a private Zoom training where we’ll learn how to correspond with detainees.
If you want to take this step in supporting our immigrant neighbors, join us on Monday, September 22, at 8 PM ET / 7 PM CT to learn more about becoming a pen pal with
Casa de Paz.
Register now to save your spot!
Sunday, September 21, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Corban Commons, 3426 Corban Commons Drive, Columbus, OH 43219
Sun Day is a nationwide celebration of clean energy progress and a call to accelerate the transition that's already underway. We'll be joining communities across the country to showcase the businesses, organizations, and families that are already leading the way to a clean energy future. Corban Commons is an affordable senior living center in Columbus that recently added a large rooftop and ground-mount solar array.
Sunday, September 21, 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Franklin Park Conservatory Community Garden campus, 1777 E. Broad Street
All are welcome. Family friendly. We'll have delicious fried and roast chicken, a variety of tasty vegetarian dishes, and Dawn's famous corn pudding (yes, it's that good!). Drinks, including mimosas, will be available. Don't worry about utensils, we've got you covered!
And something new! Emily Schornstein is starting a book table where you can drop off books to pass on to others who might find them inspiring or useful in the fight for justice! Bring books that fuel your passion and take home ones that might ignite yours!
Jewish Voice for Peace is a national, grassroots organization inspired by Jewish tradition to work for a just and lasting peace according to principles of human rights, equality, and international law for all the people of Israel and Palestine.
Saturday, September 20, 2025, 8am-9pm
Bridge Park, Dublin, 6741 Longshore Street, Dublin, Ohio 43017
We are holding a continuous reading of the names of the martyred children in Gaza. Volunteers are invited to sign up for one or more reading slots. Prayers will be held in between readings.
Please bring friends, family, and signs to amplify our collective voice. We will end the day with a prayer at 7:00 pm.
Together, we will remember, mourn, and resist their erasure.
Today, Ayman Soliman was released from immigration jail and his legal asylum status was reinstated. Some of his best friends, supporters, and attorneys met him outside the Butler County Jail.
At 5pm, Mr. Soliman, his attorneys, and his community will gather at the Clifton Mosque in Cincinnati to celebrate this tremendous victory.
WHAT: Press conference with Ayman Soliman, his legal team, and supporters
WHERE: Clifton Mosque (3668 Clifton Avenue, Cincinnati)
WHEN: Friday, September 19 at 5pm
If you care about Central Ohio sustainability or environmental activism, chances are your journey has been touched by Marilyn Welker. As one of Simply Living’s co-founders and a past Executive Director, Marilyn’s gentle wisdom and steadfast commitment to justice helped shape Simply Living’s history and the broader
sustainability movement in our region.
Early Lessons
Marilyn traces her values to her parents’ quiet resilience. Before her birth, her mother contracted German measles while pregnant with Marilyn’s older brother, who was born with disabilities and passed away at only 6 years old. Her mother embraced spiritual growth, home gardening, and prioritizing organic foods as acts of love and self-reliance. Her choices were one of Marilyn’s earliest lessons that compassion and resilience are
cultivated through action. Her parents welcomed three more children. Growing up as the youngest of three, she absorbed those lessons deeply.
Friday-Saturday, September 19-20
Friday after 5pm
Saturday, 10am-until late
93 W. Weisheimer Rd.
Care-Connect, Assimilate, Research, Empower
Showcasing the rich cultural heritage and diversity of Northeast India featuring traditional dance, music, photo exhibits, networking platforms, handloom crafts, regional cuisine, lectures, workshops, and community dialogue. Representing the "eight sisters" of India—Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, and Tripura—this is the first event of its kind in North America.
Featuring:
Panel Discussion: Tourism & Commerce
Musical Instruments & Bihu dance workshop
Henna tattoo
Vendor Booth: Handloom and Handicraft display, specialty food from NE India
Celebrating 200 years of Assam Tea
Community Benefit: Proceeds support the Mid-Ohio Food Collective
I had just finished this cartoon and was waiting on one of my proofers to give it the all-clear from typos when the news about Jimmy Kimmel came down.
The fuckers canceled Kimmel. The news is new, and I’m going to draw on this tomorrow, but I’m going to write a little about it now. I’m pissed. Is our democracy over?
Nexstar, one of the biggest owners of local TV stations in the country, including 28 ABC affiliates, said it will pre-empt Jimmy Kimmel Live! for the immediate future because of comments Jimmy Kimmel made during one of his monologues.
Federal Communications Commission chair Brendan Carr threatened to “take action” against ABC affiliates because of the comments. Now, ABC has “suspended” Kimmel’s show indefinitely.
Carr issued a statement to The Hollywood Reporter, saying, “I want to thank Nexstar for doing the right thing. Local broadcasters have an obligation to serve the public interest. While this may be an unprecedented decision, it is important for broadcasters to push back on Disney programming that they determine falls short of community values. I hope that other broadcasters follow Nexstar’s lead.”