We need more civic engagement not less. Instead of stifling grassroots activism by lowering the lobbying threshold in the Governor’s budget, New Yorkers need money for early voting. The surge of grassroots energy in New York is a GOOD thing. Nine extra days of democracy is a GOOD thing. Now let’s make sure we get…
Green Light NY: Driving Together is mobilizing members and allies to Albany on March 12th for a statewide day of action. Transportation will be provided and coordinated regionally. Please fill out the form below to register for the day of action and arrange transportation. We hope you will join us in Albany to demand Driver's…
From our partners: We're holding a candidate forum the June 2019 Queens DA race! Ben Max (Executive Editor at Gotham Gazette) and Zephyr Teachout (2018 candidate for NY AG) will be moderating. Please rsvp at bit.ly/queensforum for a ticket If you'd like to be an organizational sponsor or if you have a press inquiry, please email…
We invite parents and teachers from the community to share their experiences of public schools and to learn how to fight for justice and diversity in our schools. JOIN US! Español Invitamos a padres de la comunidad a compartir sus experiencias con las escuelas publicas y para aprender de como luchar por escuelas justas y…
From our partners: Puerto Rican activists a will hold a day of action with actions happening across the nation the day Judge Laura Taylor Swain holds a hearing on the $6 billion that the Fiscal Control Board considers "invalid" and in violation of the Puerto Rico Constitution. Activist will also protest in front of banks that…
The musical collective known as Antibalas (Spanish for bullet-proof or anti-bullets) was conceived of in Mexico City and formed in Brooklyn New York. (Aliadxs will be tabling/collecting suggested donations for Make the Road NY)
When: Monday, March 18, 6-8PM Where: Saxon & Parole, 316 Bowery, Manhattan (proceeds going to Make the Road NY)
Join the #TenantPower movement! Every Tuesday, use the hashtags '#TenantTuesday' and '#UniversalRentControl' to show your support for robust tenant protections and stronger rent laws! Right now, you can sign our tenants' pledge at: bit.ly/TenantPower Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/housing4allNY
From our partners: This Wednesday, March 20, is the launch of the groundbreaking report that tracks global banks' financing of fossil fuels. The 2019, Banking on Climate Change report card will for the first time measure financing to all fossil fuels, as well as financing to the biggest expanders. The report, produced in collaboration by…
There are just a few short weeks left to WIN #FairElections once and for all! For far too long too many voices have been shut out of politics. It's time for a campaign finance and elections system that amplifies the voices of the many, instead of the wealthy few. The Senate and Assembly included a…
