by Santiago Vidales On Saturday [September 21, 2013] Just Communities/Comunidades Justas, an immigrants’ rights organization from Springfield, MA., hosted a rally to support immigration reform at the national and state level. Here in Massachusetts we are pushing the legislature to approve two very important pieces of legislation. The Trust Act aims to eliminate the fear immigrant communities have of the police by ensuring that the … Continue reading
Dear Sisters and Brothers, The unionized faculty and staff of Goddard College are waging a difficult struggle, not only to win fair labor contracts but to retain our full rights and dignity as knowledge workers, enabling us to foster the rich learning environment our students deserve. We’re asking for your support to let the college’s Board of Trustees know that we’re not alone. By signing … Continue reading
Over a thousand Vermonters have signed the online and paper version of the petition and their collective actions are making a difference. But there is a big struggle ahead and they need our help. Nearly two thirds of the administrative and service staff at the State Colleges make less than the Vermont Livable Wage. And now the State College’s Chancellor wants to cut their already … Continue reading
Just Communities is reaching out to you to join them at a rally September 21st at 12PM at All Souls Church at 449 Plainfield St in Springfield. Did you know Sheriff Arpaio is from Springfield,MA? Born and raised in Six Corners! We are calling for local organizations and community members from across the state to join us to REVOKE ARPAIO’s RESIDENCY in Springfield. We will call on … Continue reading
Justice for Windy & the Walmart 60 now up to 80! Friday September 6 at 11:00am Walmart, 591 Memorial Drive Contact patrick@wmjwj.org if you are looking for transportation Since Walmart workers went on strike in early June, Walmart has illegally fired or disciplined more than 80 workers for taking part in the legally protected strike. One of those was Aubretia “Windy” Edick at the Chicopee store. She received a warning that she’ll … Continue reading