Our Great Loss
As many of you already know, the Northeast Ohio activist community lost Matt Kuhns last weekend. Matt worked tirelessly to make the world a better place and graciously lended his enormous talents, creativity, time and thoughtfulness to many causes. Matt was a good human, a good friend and a good activist who can never be replaced. We know the best way we can honor him is by continuing his work together. We will let you know when memorial services are scheduled.
Our Great Victory and You
Progressive Dave Brock Succeeds Shontel Brown as Cuyahoga County Democratic Party Chair
In some ways it’s still hard to believe that CCPC member Dave Brock actually won last Saturday’s election and is now the Chair of the Cuyahoga County Democratic Party. And yet it really isn’t because so many of you made it happen. It was those of you who ran for the Central Committee and won and were there Saturday to vote for Dave and to cheer him on to victory who made it happen. And It was those of you who made calls and / or wrote postcards for Dave who made it happen. To those of you who participated in this amazing grassroots campaign, thank you very much for making last Saturday one of the greatest days in the history of the Cuyahoga County Progressive Caucus!
CCPC Ohio General Assembly Endorsement Vote
CCPC is proud to announce that our membership voted last week to endorse
Kent Smith for Ohio Senate District 21
Nickie Antonio for Ohio Senate District 23
Mike Skindell for Ohio House District 13
Mike Seals for Ohio House District 20
CCPC July Membership Meeting
CCPC July Membership Meeting: Endorsed Candidates Night Tuesday, July 12 from 6:30 to 8 pm. Speakers include 1) Cuyahoga County Democratic Party Chair Dave Brock 2) Cuyahoga County Councilwoman Cheryl Stephens, candidate for Ohio Lieutenant Governor. 3) Chris Ronayne, candidate for Cuyahoga County Executive 4) State Representative Kent Smith, candidate for Ohio Senate District 21 5) State Senator Nickie Antonio, running for re – election in District 23 6) State Representative Mike Skindell, running for re – election in District 13. 7) Mike Seals, candidate for Ohio House District 20 8) Diane Morgan, candidate for Democratic Party State Central Committee District 23. We are hopeful that there will be time for a few questions after each speaker. Please click here to register for the event. After registering you’ll receive an email with the Zoom link.
We Need Your Help!
CCPC has always been an all-volunteer organization fueled by people who share a vision of a more just world and a commitment to building it. In an effort to expand our work and be more active in the community, we’d like to hear from you!
Please fill out this brief survey to tell us about the issues that are most important to you, share any talents you’d be willing to lend to CCPC and what you’d like to see from our organization going forward. Thank you!
ACLU of Ohio Community Conversations
Join ACLU of Ohio for a virtual, interactive community conversation about the most important issues facing you and your community. Everyone is welcome in this conversation. Please click one of the link’s below to register for the session that best fits your schedule
Wednesday, July 13 from noon to 1:30 pm
Wednesday, July 27 from 6 to 7:30 pm
Wednesday, August 10 from noon to 1:30 pm
Wednesday, August 24 from 6 to 7:30 pm
Jennifer O’Donnell for Judge
Team JOD Organizer, Activist and Neighbor Fundraiser Thursday, June 23 from 5 to 7 pm @ 5 Points Coffee and Tea, 3600 West Park Rd. Cleveland 44111
Click here to volunteer and receive email updates from the campaign
Chris Ronayne for County Executive Volunteer Opportunities
Kamm’s Corners July 4th Parade Monday, July 4 @ 10 am. Click the link to RSVP and receive location
Lakewood July 4th Parade Monday, July 4 @ 10 am. Click the link to RSVP and receive location
Virtual Phone Bank Wednesday, July 6 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Click the link to RSVP and receive Zoom link
In Person Phone Bank Wednesday, July 20 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Click the link to RSVP and receive location
Activism at Home
Demand Equity in Lead Service Line Replacement
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
Black Lives Matter
Aid meant to help those hit worst by pandemic unemployment not awarded to many Black applicants
Civil Rights Cold Cases Uncovering the Restless and Relevant Truths Friday, June 24 from 11:30 am to 1 pm @ The City Club of Cleveland, 850 Euclid Ave. Cleveland 44114 or click the link the view online
The Tamir Rice Butterfly Garden Memorial and Ribbon – Cutting Ceremony Saturday, July 16 @ 11 am @ Cudell Recreation Center, 1910 West Blvd. Cleveland 44102
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
Cleveland VOTES State of Democracy Thursday, June 23 from 5:30 to 7 pm. Please click the link to register by June 17 and receive the Zoom link
Cleveland VOTES State of Democracy Friday, June 24 from 4 to 6 pm @ Breakforth Studio, 2310 Superior Ave. Suite 230, Cleveland 44114. Click the link to register by June 17
Clevelanders for Public Transit June Riders Meeting Saturday, June 25 @ 10:30 am @ Cleveland Public Library Main Branch Louis Stokes Wing Room B, 525 Superior Ave. Cleveland 44114 or click the link to register for the Zoom link.
Books to Prisoners Fundraiser & Book Drive Sunday, June 26 @ 5 pm @ No Class, 11213 Detroit Ave. Cleveland 44102
52nd Annual Puerto Rican Parade and Festival Saturday, August 6 and Sunday, August 7 from noon to 9 pm @ Roberto Clemente Park, 3690 Seymour Ave. Cleveland 44113
Also in the News
Local
Cleveland Browns reportedly want new $1 billion stadium, likely publicly funded How about $1 billion of taxpayer money for a nice new stadium for Deshaun Watson to play in.
Report Paints Grim Picture of COVID’s Impact on CMSD Compared to National Averages Students experienced significant disruption in their education,
State
Columbia Gas of Ohio want to increase distribution rates, which could increase residential bills about $150 a year And of course PUCO ( who never met a rate increase it didn’t like ) is expected to approve it.
Formed during the Pandemic, The Buckeye Flame has become Ohio’s go to LGBTQ publication Please check it out if you have not already done so.
Unions Rally for COVID Hazard Pay after Arbitrator Sides with Ohio This Despite the fact that ARPA funds are available and hazard pay is in their contracts.
National
Despite overwhelming evidence of guilt, the DOJ has tough decision around prosecuting Trump An indictment would likely spark civil unrest, maybe even civil war. But isn’t not charging him even worse?
Should Biden Run in 2024? Democratic Whispers of ‘No’ Start to Rise The question then is who should?
Here’s what’s in the bi -partisan gun safety bill Not nearly enough, but better than nothing
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
No deportation protection. No work permit. On DACA’s 10th anniversary, thousands left behind
Supreme Court tosses Republican effort to defend Trump – era ‘ public charge ‘ immigration rule
On Refugees, Being Better Than Trump Isn’t Good Enough
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