CCPC Social / Fundraiser ( Please Note Location Change )
CCPC Social / Fundraiser Wednesday, June 8 from 5 to 7 pm @ Madison Park Pavilion, 13201 Madison Ave. Lakewood 44107. Many of us haven’t seen each other live since the Pandemic began over two years ago. We thought it would be good to get together for a social event with food, beverages and some great conversation. We initially planned the event as a reopening of our office. But with COVID case numbers increasing in Cuyahoga County we thought it best to move to a nearby outdoor location. If you can bring a donation that would be great, If not please come anyways. If you can’t make it but can donate please click here or mail a check made out to Cuyahoga County Progressive Caucus to 11910 Detroit Ave. Lakewood 44107
Cuyahoga County Democratic Party Chair Election
CCPC is proud to announce that CCPC member Dave Brock is running for the Cuyahoga County Democratic Party Chair position! If you are a newly elected CCDP Central Committee member please consider supporting Dave. The election is tentatively scheduled for either June 18 or June 25 and will be either by Zoom or live at a location and time yet to be determined.
The Cuyahoga County Democratic Party Needs Revamping & Repurposing describes Dave’s position on the current state of the CCDP
What I’ll Do As Chair Of The Cuyahoga County Democratic Party describes Dave’s background and platform
Chris Ronayne for County Executive Volunteer Opportunities
Virtual Phone Bank Wednesday, June 8 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Click the link to RSVP and receive Zoom link
In Person Phone Bank Wednesday, June 8 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Click the link to RSVP and receive location
Immigration Court Monitors Needed
Immigration Working Group CLE is looking for volunteer Court Monitors to observe and record proceedings in the Immigration Court in Cleveland. We plan to use the information to update the initial report that was released in 2020, The Cleveland Immigration Court is located in the Federal Courthouse at 801 W. Superior Avenue, Suite 1300 in Cleveland. The ask is that you commit at least one morning or afternoon every couple of weeks when the project resumes, hopefully by the end of June. Within the next few weeks we will provide training for new volunteers as well as a refresher course for previous volunteers. We will give you everything you will need to monitor the court and continue to work with you after the training. Please fill out this google form to get on the list for the upcoming training.
Activism at Home
Sign the Guardians for Fair Work Petition
Stop HB 607 and HJR 2 – Bad Bail Bills
Sign the Petition Opposing the proposed $550 million County Jail
Stop HB 616: an attack on Honest and Inclusive Education
Petition Calling on Ohio Attorney General to Dissolve FirstEnergy Corporation
Mobilize the Vote NEO Volunteer Opportunities
Mobilize the Vote NEO is launching an active Spring, Summer and Fall of voter registration and activism in low – turnout precincts in Cleveland. Indicate your interests here and they will share volunteer opportunities with you.
Virtual Vote Forward Letters to Voters The third Wednesday of every month from 6:30 from 6:30 to 8 pm
How You Can Help the People of Ukraine
Below are links to some Ukrainian relief organizations that our friends from the Cleveland Council on World Affairs provided.
United Ukrainian American Relief Committee
The Ukrainian Congress Committee of America
Black Lives Matter
Issue 24 gave new powers to the Civilian Police Review Board, but so far little has changed
Join the Justice for Tamir Campaign
Community Baby Shower with National Black Child Development Institute Saturday, June 11 from 11 am to 1 pm @ William E. Sanders Family Life Center, 3949 Lee Rd, Cleveland 44128. Please cal 216 233 4716 to register or donate
Juneteenth Celebration in Coventry Village Sunday, June 19 from 1 to 9 pm @ Coventry Rd. Cleveland Heights
The People’s Archive of Police Violence in Cleveland is a space for healing, accountability, and justice. Add your voice and tell the real story of the ongoing protests in and around Cleveland. Go to archivingpoliceviolence.org and click on “Tell Your Story” to submit pictures, videos, and narratives with your name or anonymously. This archive is endorsed by Black Lives Matter Cleveland, Black Man Army, Puncture the Silence – Stop Mass Incarceration, and the Northeast Ohio Black Health Coalition. Visit the Facebook page
Other Upcoming Events
Ohio Coalition of Labor Union Women Statewide Conference Friday, June 3 and Saturday, June 4 @ Hilton DoubleTree – Downtown Cleveland, 11111 Lakeside Avenue East, Cleveland 44114, Click the link to see the schedule and register for the event.
Pride in the CLE 2022 March and Festival Saturday, June 4 @ Cleveland Mall’s B & C, East Mall Dr. Cleveland 44114. Click the link to view other 2022 Pride events.
March with Team Ronayne at Cleveland Pride Saturday, June 4 from 11:30 am to 2 pm
” Shakes with Nan and Cheryl ” Nan Whaley Fundraiser Wednesday, June 8 @ 6 pm @ Whaley Stephens Campaign HQ, 1814 Coventry Rd. Cleveland Heights 44118
Cuyahoga County Solar Co – op Information Session Thursday, June 9 @ 6 pm @ Nature’s Oasis, 3385 Tuttle Rd. Shaker Heights 44122 or click the link to register for the Zoom link
Democracy Day Public Hearing Thursday, June 9 @ 7 pm @ Cleveland Heights City Hall, 40 Severance Circle, Cleveland Heights 44118
Cleveland Walk for Healthcare Justice Saturday, June 11 from 10 to 11:30 am @ Edgewater Park Lower Level. Meet in the grassy area by the parking lot.
News and Brews Happy Hour with The Land Thursday, June 16 from 5:30 to 8 pm @ Bookhouse Brewing, 1526 W. 25th St. Cleveland 44113. Please click the link to register.
Mass Poor People’s Assembly and Moral March on Washington Saturday, June 18 @ Washington DC. Click the link for details
Strategies to Advance Palestinian Liberation and Solidarity in the United States Congress and Administrative Branch Wednesday, June 22 @ 6 pm (digital)
Also in the News
Local
Lee Weingart lobbied state to let Cuyahoga County build and fund the Global Center he now calls a colossal waste Since he is running for County Executive it’s best to go with what most people think.
Cleveland, Greater Cleveland Partnership launch biggest civic effort in decades to make downtown lakefront connection a reality More downtown gentrification at the expense of neighborhoods needing help.
Cleveland City Council approves spending $17 million for lead safety in homes Great news about a good use of taxpayer dollars
State
Federal Court orders Ohioans to vote in special August primary using maps deemed unconstitutional The Trump appointed majority on the court has decided to uphold fascism and shred the rule of law in Ohio
With Ohio legislative primary set, lawmakers working on how to pay for it The Republican scheme to delay and eventually force unconstitutional districts will force an extra $20 million of revenue to be spent on the special election.
Ohio Food Banks Struggling As State Sits on Huge Stack of Money The huge stack is about $7.4 billion of unused ARPA and Rainey Day funds
National
Blame Republicans for Uvalde? Yes, but Also Blame the Supreme Court The right wing extremists continue to dismantle common sense gun reform laws.
Trump’s influence over Republicans wanes as GOP voters move on from ‘ stolen election ‘ claims That’s good news but the bad news is that those seeking to replace him are almost as bad
Inside a Biden White House adrift Angst is rippling through the Democratic Party as the emperor seems to be fiddling while Rome is burning
End Poverty Now Cleveland
Please check out and like the End Poverty Now Cleveland Facebook page!
Immigration Updates
Immigrant Defense Fund
Cleveland Jobs With Justice and other leaders and organizations in Cleveland have launched a new fundraising vehicle to be able to provide flights, bond, and other assistance to immigrants harmed by ICE enforcement right here in Ohio. All donations are tax-deductible. Click here to donate, and please share!
Immigration Working Group CLE
Follow The Immigration Working Group CLE for updates and actions from a coalition of organizations and local community activists advocating for immigrant rights.
Immigration News
Why Immigrant Children Excel More the US – Born Kids
Around 100,000 ‘ Dreamers ‘ to graduate without shot at work permit
Less immigrant labor in US contributing to price hikes
Please let us know if you have anything else that needs to be included in CCPC News and Events
Steve Holecko, CCPC Political Director, 440 220 1874