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Green Council candidate Redd demands halt to DC school closings

Posted on April 3, 2013 by kwilder

Green Party e-mail, as posted at Independent Political Report:

Stop No. 2 on the “Roc 4 Redd” outreach tour, featuring “Mayor of DC Hip-Hop” Head-Roc: 15th and L Streets NW (in front of the Post building), noon to 2 pm on Thursday, April 4; At-Large Council candidate Redd presses for a halt on plan to close 15 public schools in DC

Stop No. 3 on the tour: Outside of the Anacostia Metro Station, Thursday, April 4, 5 to 7 pm

WASHINGTON, DC — At-Large City Council candidate Perry Redd (http://www.redd4council.com) sharply criticized plans to close public schools and said today that he will take this message to the doorstep of The Washington Post on Thursday, April 4 in his second “Roc 4 Redd” campaign outreach tour appearance.

“It’s a shock that I’m the only candidate in the special election who is calling for a moratorium on school closings and no further expansion of charters,” said Perry Redd. “The giveaway of public properties to private corporations amounts to public theft — robbery of our children in the case of public schools.” Read more »

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Google Doodle: Maria Sibylla Merian’s iguana (and mine)

Posted on April 2, 2013 by kwilder

Maria Sibylla Merian’s 366th birthday is the subject of today’s Google Doodle. She was a German naturalist who illustrated insects in a scientific way.

Though, what got me excited, was the iguana! Read more »

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Green Party challenges Obama Corruption on Keystone XL Pipeline

Posted on April 2, 2013 by iwilder

Green Party challenges Keystone XL pipeline conflict of interest in US State Dept. consultant’s environmental impact statement

• Green Party notes recent pipeline ruptures, including Friday’s Canadian crude-oil spill in Arkansas

TKeystone XL demonstration, White House,8-23-20...he Green Party of the United States has sent the U.S. State Department a strongly worded objection to TransCanada’s proposed Keystone XL pipeline. The letter, appended below, cites environmental concerns as well as the conflict of interest that compromises the draft environmental impact statement on which the Obama Adminstration may base its decision on the pipeline.  The statement, prepared by fossil fuel consultant Environmental Resources Management, was paid for by TransCanada, a probable violation of legal and ethical standards.

The letter to the State Department, which mentions a July 2011 ExxonMobil pipeline rupture that dumped 63,000 gallons of Canadian crude oil into the Yellowstone River in Montana, was sent just as news was breaking on Friday’s ExxonMobil spill in Mayflower, Arkansas, after a pipeline carrying Canadian crude oil ruptured (http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-201_162-57577164/homes-evacuated-after-exxonmobil-oil-pipeline-spill-in-arkansas/).

The Green Party has taken a strong stand against the tar-sands oil pipelines: see “Green Party urges national protest against the proposed Keystone XL and Trailbreaker pipelines” (January 31, 2013, http://www.gp.org/press/pr-national.php?ID=583) and “Greens to participate in the Feb. 17 protest in DC against the Keystone XL Pipeline, after the Green Party endorses the event” (February 13, 2013, http://www.gp.org/press/pr-national.php?ID=588).   Read more »

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Political surprises in Amityville

Posted on April 2, 2013 by kwilder

Amityville Village recently held their local elections. For those of you who know me, you are probably aware that I am always a little interested in what happens to the characters over in Amityville. -KW

Amityville Village held their 2013 elections for Mayor and Trustees.

Of three people running for Mayor, the winner was a newcomer to the board. He defeated two other people, both of whom were trustees.

Peter Casserly was a trustee, with time left in his term. Now that he has lost for Mayor, Peter Casserly has resigned as trustee, saying he wants to let the new Mayor fulfill his mandate. Peter Casserly was supported by Suffolk Democratic Party leader Richard Schaffer. Some people may know Peter Casserly from his tenure in the Town of Babylon Zoning Department, and Casserly’s handing of cell tower placement.

It is all very interesting.

Some news stories: Read more »

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Port Jeff Peace March 3/30/13: Charlotte Koons poem video & Photos

Posted on March 30, 2013 by kwilder

Long Island peace and justice groups, gathered by North Country Peace Group, demonstrated in Port Jefferson today, to demand an end to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Charlotte Koons, a local activist and poet, read a poem written for the day. Video below…

FAQ

Q: Who marched in Port Jefferson, Long Island, NY today? Read more »

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Sat. March 30, 2013: Long Island Peace March

Posted on March 28, 2013 by kwilder

Port Jefferson Peace March on March 30, 2013

Update: Video and photo at our follow-up Port Jeff Peace March post: here.

Update from 3/30/2013: Peace March continues until 2:30! Good turnout, so go over if you can! Photo from today…

Port Jeff Peace March 3/30/2013

Port Jeff Peace March 3/30/2013

This peace march is sponsored by the North Country Peace Group. Ian and are excited that it is also endorsed by the Green Party of Suffolk and by PeaceSmiths, Inc.  Hope you will go and make it the big event it is shaping up to be!

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Peace symbolA March for Peace and Justice:
Resisting the Culture of Violence

Saturday, March 30, 2013

12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Port Jefferson Village, Suffolk County,
Long Island, New York

Join us as we peacefully assemble and march:

·         Calling for an immediate and true end to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.

·         Mourning the loss of hundreds of thousands of lives, both military and civilians.

·         Condemning the killing of innocent civilians by unmanned U.S. drones in Afghanistan, Pakistan, Yemen and elsewhere. Read more »

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Who should replace Ed DeMarco?

Posted on March 18, 2013 by iwilder

Federal Housing Finance AgencyThe Vice President’s son — Delaware Attorney General Beau Biden — came out in support of replacing acting director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) Ed DeMarco.  FHFA is the conservator for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. As the overseer of Freddie and Fannie, DeMarco has thwarted a housing recovery. Read more »

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St. Patrick’s Day message from the band Black 47

Posted on March 16, 2013 by kwilder

Oxalis acetosella

We are on the e-mail list for Larry Kirwan and the band Black 47. Below is the St. Patrick’s Day message they sent around this week. We thought it was beautiful and inspiring. (Note that Black 47 will be playing in New York City on the day of the big parade, Saturday, March 16th.)

Saint Patrick’s Day Message
from Black 47

On one day a year, they congregated outside St. Patrick’s Cathedral off Prince Street in New York City and marched in celebration. To some of these immigrant Irish and their American born children it was a religious occasion, but to most the gathering was an affirmation of their right, not only to survive but to thrive in their adopted country. That’s what I sense on St. Patrick’s Day – an echo from a time when the Irish were despised outsiders. And that’s why I go along with the raucous energy, the excitement and even the green beer, the plastic shamrocks and the ubiquitous leprechaun.

I didn’t always feel that way. When I arrived from Ireland, these manifestations of Irish-America were at best embarrassing. Back home, our own celebrations were rigid and religious; we did sport actual sprigs of shamrock but there was no beer, green or otherwise on this gloomy church holiday. The Parade up Fifth Avenue and the ensuing bacchanal seemed downright pagan by comparison. Read more »

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Protests continue for Brooklyn teen shot by NYPD

Posted on March 14, 2013 by kwilder

Kimani “Kiki” Gray, age 16, was shot by police on Saturday night. Protests and vigils are continuing in his neighborhood.

There is an excellent story at Gothamist (hat tip to Occupy Wall St NYC Twitter for the link). Excerpt below. The whole story gives interesting details, and perspectives from the family, neighborhood, and status quo.

(excerpt from) Gothamist
“Don’t Shoot Me”: Cops Arrest And Pepper Spray Protesters At Third Kimani Gray Vigil

For the third night in a row, people took to the streets of East Flatbush to voice their outrage at the NYPD’s fatal shooting of Kimani “Kiki” Gray. Though the 16-year-old’s death was the most obvious catalyst the night’s protest, it was clear that frustration with the NYPD extended beyond this one case, as demonstrators taunted cops all night with chants of “Don’t Shoot Me!” Read more »

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DeMarco Hearing 3/19/13: Call your Congressperson

Posted on March 13, 2013 by iwilder

Fannie Mae (song)We have posted here before about Ed DeMarco, the acting director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), which is the conservator for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

DeMarco needs to be replaced.  We have written extensively about why in 2/7/13: Help for housing market and foreclosures: Letter to Obama and Save Tax Dollars: Fire DeMarco from FHFA.

DeMarco is to testify before the United States House of Representatives Committee on Financial Services on March 19, 2013.  The meeting notice is below. We need to let our Congresspersons know that DeMarco needs to be forced out.  Click here to find the members of the Financial Services Committee. Read more »

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CSA’s on Long Island: Photos from a NOFA event

Posted on March 12, 2013 by kwilder

NOFA event: The children play and say "Eat local"!Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is a way to belong to a farm or garden, while supporting the farmer, and celebrating the act of “eating local”. Many CSA’s are organic.

Ian and I visited the NOFA (Northeast Organic Farming Association) fair on March 2nd. It was a chance for people to learn about CSA’s, and possibly join one for the upcoming season. (Spring is coming!)

We joined Biophilia in Riverhead — our new home. And, we brought back ideas and photos from the other markets and CSA’s who came to table. It was a great event!

Photos from the NOFA CSA event at our Flicrk account: here.

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Suffolk Theater opening: A community report

Posted on March 12, 2013 by kwilder

Onthewilderside photos from the Suffolk Theater ribbon cutting are at Flickr: here.

 

Suffolk Theater’s Grand Opening

Reflections from Steve at Green Earth Natural Foods Market on the Suffolk Theater grand opening gala:

Suffolk Theater and 1930's car. Photo by Kimberly Wilder.

Suffolk Theater and a 1930’s car parked outside. Photo by Kimberly Wilder.

What a delight it was to attend the Riverhead Suffolk Theater Grand Opening party on Saturday March 2nd. The Executive Director Bob Spiotto and his staff have done a wonderful job of breathing new life into this beautiful performance forum.

The orchestra, terrific dance floor performances and “1930’s period costuming” on the part of the staff and audience was a joy to behold. The theater’s acoustics, coupled with general restoration detail is noteworthy in its authenticity and tender loving care. The 1930’s theme, brought forward in time, works splendidly. The hors d’oeuvres and refreshments were tasty and imaginative in their Caribbean flair, and the staff worked earnestly throughout the evening to make for a fun and memorable experience!

Check out the upcoming events and programs going forward. The theater’s management has blessed us with offerings for everyone on many levels! Do take advantage of their hearty efforts!

Namaste,
Steve Siegelwaks

For schedule and more info, go to the Suffolk Theater website: here.

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Can the President kill you with a drone strike on American soil?

Posted on March 7, 2013 by kwilder

As Rand Paul notes…

President Obama will not say.

But, Obama and his CIA nominee have released statements that kind of say…probably. There are probably times when the President has the authority and will execute Americans on American soil with drone strikes.

Congrats to Rand Paul for holding a filibuster in the US Senate. Paul is holding up a vote on the nominee until the President clearly answers the question about if he has the right to kill Americans on American soil with a drone strike, and no jury.

You can watch live on C-Span: here.

It is cool that the filibuster is trending on Twitter in the form of tags about drones, and accolades for Rand Paul. Read more »

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Sweet Honey in the Rock: Tuesday, 3/5/13 in NYC

Posted on March 1, 2013 by iwilder

Sweet Honey in the Rock: A Tribute-Live! Jazz at Lincoln Center.

Sweet Honey in the Rock updates:

1. We awarded the free tickets to Annie Mark. See the comments section. Thanks for participating!

2. Miriam Makeba is featured on the Google banner today, since it would have been her birthday. Makeba is one of the artists celebrated on Sweet Honey in the Rock’s new album, so maybe one of Miriam Makeba’s songs will be sung Tuesday?

We are [were] running a contest to give away one pair of tickets to see Sweet Honey in the Rock at their 7:00pm show at BB King Blues Club in New York City on March 5, 2013. Post in the comments section below your favorite Sweet Honey in the Rock song, and why.  Make sure you sign in to the comments with your email so we can contact you!!!  Also, you might want to check off receiving follow-up comments because we will post the winner. You must put your comment up by Sunday March 3, 2013 at 11:59pm.  We will award the pair of tickets to the best response.  Our decision is final.

***You can purchase tickets for the 2013 Sweet Honey in the Rock shows: here.***

The Grammy award winning female a cappella group Sweet Honey in the Rock is touring to promote their latest album release Sweet Honey in the Rock: A Tribute-Live! Jazz at Lincoln Center.  There are only 5 days that the women of Sweet Honey will be performing these special tribute shows that honor the songs from influential female vocalist such as Odetta, Billie Holiday, Nina Simone, Bessie Smith, and more!   Read more »

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