News from the North Texas Progressive January 12, 2015

North Texas Progressive Newsletter ...bringing North Texas news and discussion since 2004 January 12,  2015 Dear nancy, Good Afternoon! There is lots going on, check out the calendar for all the local progressive events  ! Did you feel the earth rumble ? Are you convinced now to join the North Texas anti- fracking groups ? Denton Drilling Awareness Group Frack Free Denton and Sierra Club Also consider a donation to the " meals on wheels for animals " what a great idea ! Make sure I'm on your group's mailing list and I will be happy to promote your event through the newsletter and on Twitter ! Thanks, Nancy Cunningham Email /Webpage /Facebook /Twitter / Tumblr /Donate /Newsletter archive / Amazon link     In This Issue "Meals on Wheels for Animals" Keeps Seniors And Pets Together.. Public hearing on State's Air Plan and Lon Burnam good bye event.. Democracy Now North Texas Progressive Calendar... Martin Luther King, Jr Day Parade(s).. Why the Media Started Caring About the American Worker Again. Voodoo Time Machine...by Paul Krugman NYTimes   "Meals on Wheels for Animals" Keeps Seniors And Pets Together When seniors have trouble getting around, organizations like Meals on Wheels offer a hand to those in need. But what happens to seniors' pets when their owner no longer has the means to care for them? That's where SPAN, Seniors Pet Assistance Network, steps in. Sometimes called the "Meals on Wheels for Animals," SPAN works with seniors who need assistance caring for their pet.   See how you can help here: http://bubly.us/46Dj     Public hearing on State's Air Plan and Lon Burnam good bye event  PUBLIC HEARING ON THE STATE'S AIR PLAN FOR DFW FOR THE NEXT THREE YEARS   THURSDAY, JANUARY 15th 6:30 PM ARLINGTON CITY HALL 101 W. Abram It's the ONLY local Public Hearing on the new State Air Plan for DFW.   Another one isn't scheduled for at least three years - that's a lot of smog in the meantime. SEND COMMENTS NOW and then.... SHOW UP IN ARLINGTON ON THURSDAY at 6:30 pm   We need you to show-up and let the State of Texas know, and, more importantly, signal to the EPA, that this kind of plan is unacceptable after decades of DFW being in violation of the Clean Air Act.   EPA has to sign-off on this plan after its submitted by the state. The feds can accept it, reject it, or substitute their own plan. You can review talking points by clicking here.    We've also written prepared comments that reflect those talking points that you can send to the state and EPA right now. You can add your own comments as well. Just click here to get started. Speak up Thursday or be prepared to hold your breath ...for three years. THEN, after you Agitate for clean air at the hearing, walk four blocks down the street and join us to Celebrate! After 18 years of public service in the Texas Legislature on behalf of all of us, Lon Burnam is saying good-bye.   Please come over and thank him for his efforts while you raise money to keep Downwiders in business..... GET YOUR TICKETS HERE     Democracy Now FBI Probes NAACP Office Bombing in Colorado as Act of Domestic Terrorism The FBI says a deliberate explosion outside a Colorado office of the NAACP may have been an act of domestic terrorism. An improvised explosive device was detonated ... Read More → Fighting Gag Order, Ferguson Grand Juror Accuses Prosecutor of Mishandling Case & Misleading Public A member of the grand jury that declined to indict Ferguson police officer Darren Wilson for fatally shooting unarmed African American Michael Brown is suing for the ... Read More →    North Texas Progressive Calendar Monday, January 12:   Metrocrest Democrats -- (7:00 pm, NewNew Buffet, 3822 Belt Line Rd.[at Marsh Ln.], Addison 75001   Tuesday, January 13:   Dallas County Young Democrats -- (6:30 pm, Sunset Lounge, 3030 Ross Ave., Dallas 75204)   Dallas Tejano Democrats -- Contact: Frances Rizo at 214-336-9757 or email rizofrances1 AT gmail.com. (6:30 PM, Mesa Restaurant, 118 W. Jefferson Blvd., Dallas)   Irving Democratic Club -- (7:00 pm, Midori's, 4020 N MacArthur #114, Irving 75038)   Dallas Drinking Liberally -- (7:30 pm, Uptown Pub, 3605 McKinney Ave, Dallas)   Drinking Liberally - Lewisville ( 6:30 PM Tierneys Cafe andTavern 208 E Main St Lewisville, TX 75077 )     Wednesday, January 14:     North Texas Jobs with Justice - Our January Meeting with Special Guest Reverend Holsey Hickman Wednesday, January 14 at 7 PM at 1408 N Washington Ave, Dallas.   Thursday, January 15:   Far North Dallas Richardson Democrats -- (6:00 pm, Sonny Bryan's, 1252 W. Campbell Road, Suite 240, Richardson 75080)   Dem Dames Rockwall -- (6:30 PM, LaMadeleine's Restaurant, E. I-30 Service Rd, Rockwall)   Coppell Valley Ranch Democrats -- For information contact: Beverly 214-914-5896 or email to wunderlin1 AT tx.rr.com. (7 PM, 513 Leavalley Lane, Coppell 75019)   Northeast Tarrant Democrats - (  7:00 pm Johnny Carino's Italian Restaurant 2175 Precinct Line Rd, Hurst, TX corner of Hwy 26 & Precinct Line Rd)   Friday, January 16, 2015   Living Liberally for McKinney --( 6:30 PM Cafe Malaga 107 South Church Street McKinney, TX 75069 )    Saturday, January 17:   North Oak Cliff Democrats -- (8:30 am, Norma's Cafe, 1123 W. Davis St., Dallas 75208)   Rockwall County Democratic Party Breakfast Meeting -- Michael Rawlings, County Chair and Michael Handley, Political Director for the Collin County Democratic party will be our guests. Michael Handley will report on his analysis of voting in Rockwall County during the November 4 General Election. (9 AM, Harry Myers Community Center, 815 E. Washington, Rockwall)   Denton County Democrats Annual Chili Supper -- Chili, cornbread and all the goodies make for a great time at this annual event. Enjoy great food, great Democratic company and music by The Harmonators. $20 per person. Purchase tickets on-line at: https://secure.actblue.com/contribute/page/chilisupper2015. If you would like to bring vegetarian chili, beans, cornbread or brownies, or to help set up, please contact Marsha at 940-387-9068. (6 - 9 PM, Center for Visual Arts, 400 E Hickory St. at Bell, Denton)   Martin Luther King, Jr Day Parade(s) Let's honor Dr Martin Luther King's legacy and his commitment to labor and show that labor is alive and well in Dallas! As it has been our tradition, join our Jobs with Justice contingent to honor Martin Luther King, Jr. on Saturday, January 17, 2015. The March/Parade starts at Dallas City Hall at 10 AM and ends at the Fair Park Entrance (2922 MLK Blvd, Dallas, Texas 75215). The route is 2.9 miles and it takes about 90 minutes. We meet at city Hall at 9 AM and then march with our banners past the MLK Center to Fair Park.   And we have another opportunity to join in celebrating MLK Day on Monday, January 19th with the 29th   Annual Elite News Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Parade and Festival. The Parade and Festival will begin promptly at 10 AM at the corner of Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard and Holmes Street in Dallas. The parade will proceed eastbound on Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard toward Fair Park. We will march with other labor organizations and the Our Community, Our Schools Coalition (of which JwJ is a member). Call Rosemarie Rieger at 214-632-5695 with questions. Thanks to Labor Dallas   Why the Media Started Caring About the American Worker Again Not long ago, I was alarmed about the sharp decline in media coverage of labor. For a few years, one news organization after another-The Washington Post, The Los Angeles Times, The Chicago Tribune, NPR-was dropping its position of labor reporter. read on Voodoo Time Machine by Paul Krugman NYTimes  Leaders in the Republican Party seem to be wrong on everything that counts, but no amount of contrary evidence will get them to change their minds. read on     North Texas Progressive Newsletter Nancy Cunningham   Editor Contact: Nancy   This newsletter is a project of the North Texas Progressive , it  grew out of the Dallas Air America group, which was founded in 2004 to promote and support progressive talk radio and independent media in North Texas.   Visit the North Texas Progressive  web page to get more information. Newsletter archive Sponsor the newsletter here !      Texas is ready for marriage     Today, the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals will start considering Texas' ban on same-sex marriage! If you support marriage equality, click here to add your name to our official list of marriage equality supporters. add you name here   Majority Report with Sam Seder daily live show 11:00am Listen daily and call in to the show M-F 11:00am CST: Call-in and talk to Sam @ 646-257-3920  Please become a Member Download new app Choose a level of memberships start as low as $10 a month. That's only 50 cents per show!   http://majority.fm/   Tarrant County Democrats Karaoke Night  Sign up here     We need you to be a sponsor! Sponsor an edition today   2015 Annual Chili Supper 2015 Annual Chili Supper January 17 6 - 9 p.m. $20 per person Center for Visual Arts 400 E Hickory St (SE corner of Bell & Hickory), Denton   Chili, cornbread and all the goodies make for a great time at this annual event. Enjoy great food, great Democratic company and music by The Harmonators.   Purchase tickets on-line HERE    Or mail a check payable to: Denton County Democrats Chili,   815 Ector St., Denton 76201-2426 If you would like to bring vegetarian chili, beans, cornbread or brownies, or to help set up, please contact Marsha at 940-387-9068.       Donate today to the North Texas Progressive using PayPal    Please  sponsor a newsletter today! To send a check, email me. northtexasprogressive@gmail.com   Dallas Sierra Club General Meeting Program - January 13, 7:00 pm - Refreshments at 6:30_ Our General Meeting starts at 7:00 pm but come at 6:30 for snacks, information and fellowship.   Our meeting takes place at Brookhaven College, Building H, 3939 Valley View Ln in Farmers Branch. Click over to our General Meeting page of our website for more information and a map. ** new location

 

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