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Mothers’ Day Proclamation: Julia Ward Howe, Boston, 1870

Mother’s Day was originally started after the Civil War, as a protest to the carnage of that war, by women who had lost their sons. Here is the original Mother’s Day Proclamation from 1870. ARISE, then, women of this day!…

A Part of Us All

Originally published by the Inlander (http://www.inlander.com/spokane/a-part-of-us-all/Content?oid=2300159) By Rachel Dolezal “Mayday, Mayday, Mayday,” seemed to be the call of more than 100 protesters lined up to march in Spokane last week, seeking urgent immigration reform. “We have written letters, gone on…

Immigration Reform Now!

Join the PJALS delegation to stand in solidarity for comprehensive immigration reform#notonemore #timeisnow #CIR #StopTheDeportations

Out of the Shadows: Palestine Film Festival

Bringing Palestine out of the shadows! Help us reach beyond “the choir” to bring a new awareness to folks who might never attend an educational event about Palestine. We need to raise $1200 to do this in April. Peace and…

Meet the Young Activist Leaders!

Monday March 24, 2014, 6:00 pm—8:00 pm Community Building Lobby, 35 W. Main Light refreshments, networking, & inspiring program Come meet the active, passionate young people of PJALS’ Young Activist Leaders Program—working for lgbtq equality, criminal justice reform, economic justice,…

WA Governor Inslee Declares Moratorium on Death Penalty

Governor Inslee’s action in issuing a moratorium on the death penalty was a necessary step toward “equal justice under the law” which we agree should be the state’s primary responsibility. We thank the Governor for his leadership and courage with…

Commemoration of What?

Rusty Nelson on Peace and War Veterans for Peace is such a tonic for me that it seems almost unthinkable there could be sharp divisions among its members and chapters. I remember the thrill of solidarity at the national convention…

Young Activist Leaders: Building Our Boldness

by Jeremiah Manes The Young Activist Leaders Program benefits those of us involved on so many levels. As a member of this program I can say that learning in connection with a small and committed group of young people provides…

Moving Forward With a New Police Contract in Spokane

by Dom Felix One year after voters passed amended the City Charter to mandate independent investigation authority by the Office of Police Ombudsman (OPO), City Council approved a contract between the city of Spokane and the Police Guild, along with…