North Texas Progressive Newsletter: News from the North Texas Progressive Feb 3 2014

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February 3, 2014

Dear nancy,

Good Afternoon!

Attend the Keystone XL vigil tonight, if you can't make sure to get involved online http://350.org/campaigns/stop-keystone-xl/

I will start our fundraising raffle later this week - please plan on donating and you will earn a chance at amazing prizes ! The 2014 mid-terms are going to be VERY important and we need to be ready!

Thanks,
Nancy Cunningham

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In This Issue

Keystone XL vigil TONIGHT!..

Ted Cruz Runs Against His Own Government Shutdown.

Democracy Now

Dive into urban homesteading in Dallas..

These Texas politicians are trying to reform the state's marijuana laws..

North Texas Progressive Calendar...

Delusions of Failure...Paul Krugman...

Keystone XL vigil TONIGHT!

Stop by after work if you can !

The Final Supplementary Environmental Impact Statement (FSEIS) for the Northern Segment of Keystone XL came out Friday afternoon. The pipeline is not approved--- this is our way to show the President/Canada/TransCanada that WE WILL NOT BACK DOWN and we will stand with our neighbors in Nebraska to the Canadian border to oppose its approval even though the southern segment is built here/running in Texas.

With the release of the State Department's final environmental impact statement, this is a crucial moment to protest Keystone XL. Join us Monday evening to send the message to President Obama that Keystone XL fails his climate test and he must reject it.

Join with North Texas Green Vote and HUUC Environmental Justice Task Force at the Grand Plaza in Klyde Warren Park in solidarity with 350.org and the Sierra Club in similar protest vigils all across America.

Can you join me? Click here for details and to RSVP:

https://actionnetwork.org/events/dallas-nokxl-vigil?referrer=john-bryant&source=direct_link

GO HERE

John Bryant is hosting an event called Dallas #NOKXL Vigil.

Monday, February 03, 2014

Time: 5:30 PM

Klyde Warren Park

2012 Woodall Rodgers Fwy, Dallas, TX 75201

Ted Cruz Runs Against His Own Government Shutdown

The senator boldly claims he "didn't try to shut down the government," despite strategizing to do just that. Having satisfied the lunatic right, he's trying to move back to the middle for 2016.

Sunday, on CBS' Face the Nation, the junior senator from the State of Oblivion said-and I'm not making this up-"I didn't threaten to shut down the government the last time. I don't think we should ever shut down the government. I repeatedly voted... to fund the federal government."

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Democracy Now

"A Silent Coup": Jeremy Scahill & Bob Herbert on Corporate, Military Interests Shaping Obama's SOTU

On issues from domestic inequality to foreign policy, President Obama delivered his fifth State of the Union with a vow to take action on his own should Congress stonewall progress on his ... Read More →

"We Shall Overcome": Remembering Folk Icon, Activist Pete Seeger in His Own Words & Songs

The legendary folk singer and activist Pete Seeger died Monday at the age of 94. For nearly seven decades, Seeger was a musical and political icon who helped create the modern ... Read More →

Dive into urban homesteading in Dallas

White Rock Local Market and Gecko Hardware offer locavores a chance to dive in with a series of urban homesteading classes in February. In several, you take home what you make.

Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Learn cheese-making in this hands-on class with BethAnn Hooley from Grandview's Rosey Ridge Farms. $40.

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These Texas politicians are trying to reform the state's marijuana laws

Two Texas lawmakers have tried to reform the state's draconian marijuana laws for years, but their efforts have come up against a stubborn legislature that they say fears being seen as soft on crime. But now, with changing public opinion on marijuana, there may be a glimmer of hope for success.

http://t.co/QcfDSeGALH

North Texas Progressive Calendar

Monday, February 3:

Dallas County Tejano Democrats (6:30 PM, La Calle Doce -- Oak Cliff, 415 W 12th St, Dallas, TX 75208)

Tuesday, February 4:

Irving Texas Democratic Women (6:30 - 8:00 pm, East China Buffet, 4023 W. Airport Fwy., Irving TX 75062)

Wednesday, February 5:

Drinks For Democracy Happy Hour Please join us for happy hour and meet some of your elected officials and upcoming candidates. Check the growing list to see who will be attending. Complimentary appetizers will be provided and drink specials will be available. (6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, The People's Last Stand in Mockingbird Station, 5319 E Mockingbird Lane, Suite 210, Dallas, TX 75206)

Far North Dallas Richardson Democrats presents The 3rd Annual Donkey Show Dinner, drinks, music, entertainment, the Darlene Ewing Award, and something to take home. (6:30 PM, Pocket Sandwich Theater, 5400 E Mockingbird Ln #119, Dallas)

Friday, February 7:

Drinking Liberally - Allen Collin County Liberally Groups 6:30 PM Two Rows

711 Central Expy Allen, TX 75013

Saturday, February 8:

DACED Annual Chili Cook-Off Your 2014 Democratic Candidates and Elected Officials are ready to warm you up for the primaries, literally. Come see who has what it takes to take home 1st, 2nd and the People's choice award at this years chili cook off. The Cost is $20 to enter the competition and $5 per person to eat. Contestant Entry Form is a Google Doc at this page. Attendees RSVP Form is a Google Doc at this page. (10:00 am to 2:00 pm, Sunnyvale Town Park, 356 E. Tripp Rd., Sunnyvale)

Mexican American Democrats of Texas - Dallas CAUSA Chapter You're invited to become a member. Guests are welcome but must RSVP by calling Sylvana Alonzo 972-900-0882. (11:00 am, Los Lupes Restaurant, 1400 N. Riverfront, Dallas, 75207)

HD65Democrats.com 10-12pm at the Carrollton Public Library, 4220 N. Josey Lane

Carrollton TX 75010.Denton County

Delusions of Failure

Paul Krugman

The Republican response to the State of the Union was delivered by Cathy McMorris Rodgers, Republican representative from Washington - and it was remarkable for its lack of content. A bit of uplifting personal biography, a check list of good things her party wants to happen with no hint of how it plans to make them happen.

The closest she came to substance was when she described a constituent, "Bette in Spokane," who supposedly faced a $700-a-month premium hike after her policy was canceled. "This law is not working," intoned Ms. McMorris Rodgers. And right there we see a perfect illustration of just how Republicans are trying to deceive voters - and are, in the process, deceiving themselves.

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North Texas Progressive Newsletter

Nancy Cunningham

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Healthy lawns less water

Come and learn ways you can maintain a healthy lawn with less frequent watering. Discover the most effective and earth-friendly way to care for your lawn at the Texas A&M AgriLife Research & Extension Center Auditorium (17360 Coit Road, Dallas, TX 75252) on Saturday, February 8 from 9 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

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