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A look at the immediate and big picture developments that combine to bring us to the present situation in Ukraine which clarifies the issues that need to be resolved to end the war.

An eye-opening analysis of the underlying causes of the war which, if not addressed, stand in the way of a stable diplomatic settlement: NATO expansion, Kyiv’s repression of Russian speaking Ukrainians, dismissal of Russia’s core security interests, European and U.S. exclusion of Russia from the European security architecture. And on the other hand, Ukraine’s legitimate security concerns and need to protect its territorial integrity. Interestingly, George Beebe does not see the acquisition of Ukrainian territories as a Russia’s goal in fighting the war. Rather, he claims, the focus for Russia all along has been its security concerns as it understands them.

The presentation then turns to the issue of how to resolve these underlying causes in a way that leads to a diplomatic resolution of the war. Here the presentation opens us up to stretch our thinking about what compromises might be possible. Given the actual causes of the war, Russia’s real goals in conducting it, and Russia’s advances on the battlefield, Mr. Beebe sees certain elements of a solution as essential while others might be susceptible to compromise. Essential ones would be no NATO membership for Ukraine, an end to the exclusion of Russia from Europe, guarantees for Ukraine’s Russian speakers to their culture and religion, and negotiation of a new security architecture for Europe that includes Russia’s security concerns. This new security architecture based on the principle of common security would then open up the possibility of negotiations for nuclear and conventional arms control (which Putin brought up at the press conference after his Alaska meeting with Trump).

Areas of possible compromise that benefit Ukraine might be Russian approval of Ukraine joining the European Union, firm security guarantees from the countries of the U.N. security council (not NATO countries), which weapons and military training Ukraine could acquire, and long term compromises over territories now controlled or annexed by Russia.

In the midst of this analysis George Beebe will provide a critique of Trump’s policies and goals.We all have a lot to learn from this webinar which will help us get a better understanding of a Ukrainian crisis which remains the most likely trigger for terminal nuclear war if not resolved.

rsvp at https://www.codepink.org/wingsummit

Join us for a movement-building mini-summit-- an opportunity to learn and network with both environmental and climate justice organizations, as well as anti-war, anti-militarist, and anti-imperialist organizations. These are two sectors of organizing that share common goals and common targets, that are two sides of the same coin, but often don’t get to interface with each other. This mini-summit will bring together organizations from a spectrum of organizing spaces to address the impact of the war economy on the planet, and the Pentagon’s contribution to local and global climate catastrophe as the #1 institutional polluter on the planet. The summit will include speakers like Steven Donziger and representatives from the Youth Climate Finance Alliance, Palestinian Youth Movement, Veterans for Peace Climate Crisis and Militarism Project, and the Black Alliance for Peace to speak on concrete campaigns, strategies, resources, and lessons that can be shared and built on.

This mini-summit sits right ahead of the "Draw the Line" global days of action for climate justice from September 19-21st. In NYC, many will be converging for the Draw the Line U.S. anchor march, "Make Billionaires Pay”– we want to take advantage of this rare opportunity. We’ll discuss pre-existing campaigns that offer concrete opportunities for collaboration: pressuring like logistics companies like Maersk, investment firms, banks like Citi Bank, military air shows, and companies like Palantir. In addition to our panel and educational speakers, we are making sure that we will have ample time for community building and networking! All are invited to attend, especially those who are organizing on the front lines against militarism and environmental destruction. 

In order to fight for the people and planet, create an unstoppable revolution for the earth, and meet all of our goals, we need to build a mass movement. The U.S. military is the largest institutional polluter in the world, with over 800 toxic bases that violate sovereignty, act as launching pads for war and dangerous training exercises, and leak dangerous chemicals. And without war, imperialism, and ecocide, global fossil fuel and mineral extraction would not be nearly as possible. Join us to build power and unite for our collective survival. 

RSVP in person or join our virtual livestream! Please email aaron@codepink.org for any questions, tabling requests, or endorsements. Additional details about speakers, endorsements, tabling, and more details are forthcoming. 

In Partnership With: 
The People's Forum • 350.org • Climate Justice Alliance • The Black Alliance for Peace • The Palestinian Youth Movement • Youth Climate Finance Alliance • National Priorities Project at the Institute for Policy Studies •The Palestinian Institute for Climate Strategy • Veterans for Peace  • Veterans for Peace Climate Crisis & Militarism Project • Grassroots Global Justice Alliance • Climate and Community Institute/Transition Security Project • World Beyond War • Wage Peace • DISABILITY PEOPLE'S FORUM UGANDA • Veterans for Peace Chapter 92 • Plowshare Peace & Justice Center

Robert T. Matsui United States Courthouse, 501 I St, Sacramento, CA 95814

We’re gathering to say NO to racial profiling and NO to ICE’s lawless violence against Latino workers in L.A. and across the country.

The Supreme Court just gave the Trump Administration the green light to keep sending masked ICE agents to harass, detain, and abduct people based on how they look, speak, or where they work. This is racial terror—and we won’t stay silent.

Let’s come together in solidarity—because no one should live in fear just for going to work.

We’re standing up for:

✊🏽 Immigrant workers,  📜 Constitutional rights, end to racist, and unlawful enforcement   

#DefendImmigrants #StopRacialProfiling #ProtectTheFourth #WeWillNotBeSilent

For more info, contact:  SacPPC2019@gmail.com

 https://www.codepink.org/palcampaignseries

1️⃣ Monday, September 8, 8pm ET Kick Off Webinar: Tactics for Opposing Genocide: Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions with Ashish Prashar!

Please join us and our special guest, Ashish Prashar, to talk about Airbnb’s role in occupation and how we can work towards corporate accountability.

Ashish Prashar is a political strategist and human rights activist who has advised the Middle East Peace Envoy, UK Prime Ministers, and London Mayors. He currently advises the Global Legal Action Network on its Palestine portfolio, where they are currently working on an active legal case against Airbnb.

2️⃣ Friday, September 12, 10am ET
First Day of Action for Palestine! 
3️⃣ Monday, September 15, 8pm ET
2nd Webinar with the and Palestinian Youth Movement & Palestine Working Group!
4️⃣ Friday, September 19, 10am ET
Concluding Day of Action for Palestine!

Friends of Mai Vang are ready for change, and we’re inviting you to join our community pot-luck!‍

Where: William Land Park, ‍Sutterville and Freeport
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What: A Community Potluck & Rally! Come for the food and vibes, stay to help us build a Sacramento where working families can thrive.

A few notes: Family-friendly; we’ll reserve seats up front for seniors and elders—restrooms are on site. Bring a picnic blanket or chairs, and a dish if you can—no stress if you can’t.

Can’t make it, but want to help? Please send this to three friends and nudge them to RSVP. That’s people power.

Save the date, Sacramento Climate Coalition, Sacramento Third Act, and the Sacramento Poor People’s Campaign are teaming up to host the first-ever “Climate Justice & Sun Day Festival: Solar Innovation for All” on Sunday, September 21, from 11 AM to 3 PM at Cesar Chavez Park, 910 I Street in downtown Sacramento, CA 95814. Stay tuned for more information soon!  For more info visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-justicesun-day-festival-solar-innovation-for-all-tickets-1596520609119

Sacramento Poor People’s Campaign, Oak Park Farmer’s Market, NorCal Resist, Sacramento Homeless Organizing Committee, and Red, Black, and Green Environmental Justice Coalition are all coming together to host the 4th Annual “Fight Poverty Not The Poor” Community Festival. Our goal is to educate the community about the importance of “fighting poverty but not the poor.” We aim to engage, support, and provide community resources for the unhoused, as well as Sacramento’s struggling and low-income residents.  Free and open to all!!!  For more info, please contact: Kevin Carter at kcwethepeople@gmail.com or 916 275-8737.

 rsvp at https://www.codepink.org/chinacampaignseries

China Is Not Our Enemy, Debunking Lies & Defending Peace: Anti-Imperialist Campaign Action Series

Join our Anti-Imperialist Campaign Series’s focus on the China campaign for a timely discussion on the escalating U.S. aggression toward China and how our China Is Not Our Enemy (CINOE) campaign is educating and advocating for peace and diplomacy with China. 

The week will begin with a webinar hosted by our CINOE campaign organizer, Megan Russell, where we will share a historical overview and analysis of U.S. preparations for war against China, as well as a history of the campaign and its current projects. Speakers TBA!

Our second webinar will feature some of our most active China Is Not Our Enemy community members, who have taken action to advocate and educate against the U.S. war on China. Speakers TBA!

Throughout the week in focus, we will expose the dangers of war propaganda, highlight personal stories beyond the headlines, and equip you with ways to take action—whether through education, advocacy, or joining the campaign.

It is hard to stop a war once it starts - join our movement to prevent a catastrophic war before it starts!

Sign up for our webinars, working group discussion calls and days of action AND to receive weekly articles, resources and MORE → 

1️⃣  Monday, September 22, 8pm ET
Kick Off Webinar! With Jodie Evans, KJ Noh, Dana Burton and CODEPINK China is Not Our Enemy Campaigner, Megan Russell!
2️⃣  Wednesday September 24, 7pm ET
China Working Group!
3️⃣  Friday, September 26, 2pmET
Day of Action! Lunch Action Calling Party
4️⃣  Monday, September 29, 8pm ET
2nd Webinar!
5️⃣  Saturday October 4
Mid Autumn Festival Day of Action!

 rsvp at https://www.codepink.org/chinacampaignseries

China Is Not Our Enemy, Debunking Lies & Defending Peace: Anti-Imperialist Campaign Action Series

Join our Anti-Imperialist Campaign Series’s focus on the China campaign for a timely discussion on the escalating U.S. aggression toward China and how our China Is Not Our Enemy (CINOE) campaign is educating and advocating for peace and diplomacy with China. 

The week will begin with a webinar hosted by our CINOE campaign organizer, Megan Russell, where we will share a historical overview and analysis of U.S. preparations for war against China, as well as a history of the campaign and its current projects. Speakers TBA!

Our second webinar will feature some of our most active China Is Not Our Enemy community members, who have taken action to advocate and educate against the U.S. war on China. Speakers TBA!

Throughout the week in focus, we will expose the dangers of war propaganda, highlight personal stories beyond the headlines, and equip you with ways to take action—whether through education, advocacy, or joining the campaign.

It is hard to stop a war once it starts - join our movement to prevent a catastrophic war before it starts!

Sign up for our webinars, working group discussion calls and days of action AND to receive weekly articles, resources and MORE → 

1️⃣  Monday, September 22, 8pm ET
Kick Off Webinar! With Jodie Evans, KJ Noh, Dana Burton and CODEPINK China is Not Our Enemy Campaigner, Megan Russell!
2️⃣  Wednesday September 24, 7pm ET
China Working Group!
3️⃣  Friday, September 26, 2pmET
Day of Action! Lunch Action Calling Party
4️⃣  Monday, September 29, 8pm ET
2nd Webinar!
5️⃣  Saturday October 4
Mid Autumn Festival Day of Action!

We invite you to register to join NRCAT on Thursday, September 25th at 12pm ET/9am PT as we continue our quarterly "how to" webinar training for faith advocates with: How to Unlock the Box.

Register today and please share this email so others in your community can join you!

This webinar will feature Jessica Sandoval and Anisah Sabur of the Unlock the Box campaign, a partner organization of NRCAT that is working to end solitary confinement nationwide. They will share updates on the 23 active state campaigns that are organizing their communities to advocate for legislation to end the torture of solitary confinement. You will also hear stories from Unlock the Box's Journey to Justice Bus Tour, which NRCAT has helped sponsor. This 18-city educational tour launched in Berkeley, CA yesterday and ends in Washington, DC on October 31.

 rsvp at https://www.codepink.org/chinacampaignseries

China Is Not Our Enemy, Debunking Lies & Defending Peace: Anti-Imperialist Campaign Action Series

Join our Anti-Imperialist Campaign Series’s focus on the China campaign for a timely discussion on the escalating U.S. aggression toward China and how our China Is Not Our Enemy (CINOE) campaign is educating and advocating for peace and diplomacy with China. 

The week will begin with a webinar hosted by our CINOE campaign organizer, Megan Russell, where we will share a historical overview and analysis of U.S. preparations for war against China, as well as a history of the campaign and its current projects. Speakers TBA!

Our second webinar will feature some of our most active China Is Not Our Enemy community members, who have taken action to advocate and educate against the U.S. war on China. Speakers TBA!

Throughout the week in focus, we will expose the dangers of war propaganda, highlight personal stories beyond the headlines, and equip you with ways to take action—whether through education, advocacy, or joining the campaign.

It is hard to stop a war once it starts - join our movement to prevent a catastrophic war before it starts!

Sign up for our webinars, working group discussion calls and days of action AND to receive weekly articles, resources and MORE → 

1️⃣  Monday, September 22, 8pm ET
Kick Off Webinar! With Jodie Evans, KJ Noh, Dana Burton and CODEPINK China is Not Our Enemy Campaigner, Megan Russell!
2️⃣  Wednesday September 24, 7pm ET
China Working Group!
3️⃣  Friday, September 26, 2pmET
Day of Action! Lunch Action Calling Party
4️⃣  Monday, September 29, 8pm ET
2nd Webinar!
5️⃣  Saturday October 4
Mid Autumn Festival Day of Action!

 rsvp at https://www.codepink.org/chinacampaignseries

China Is Not Our Enemy, Debunking Lies & Defending Peace: Anti-Imperialist Campaign Action Series

Join our Anti-Imperialist Campaign Series’s focus on the China campaign for a timely discussion on the escalating U.S. aggression toward China and how our China Is Not Our Enemy (CINOE) campaign is educating and advocating for peace and diplomacy with China. 

The week will begin with a webinar hosted by our CINOE campaign organizer, Megan Russell, where we will share a historical overview and analysis of U.S. preparations for war against China, as well as a history of the campaign and its current projects. Speakers TBA!

Our second webinar will feature some of our most active China Is Not Our Enemy community members, who have taken action to advocate and educate against the U.S. war on China. Speakers TBA!

Throughout the week in focus, we will expose the dangers of war propaganda, highlight personal stories beyond the headlines, and equip you with ways to take action—whether through education, advocacy, or joining the campaign.

It is hard to stop a war once it starts - join our movement to prevent a catastrophic war before it starts!

Sign up for our webinars, working group discussion calls and days of action AND to receive weekly articles, resources and MORE → 

1️⃣  Monday, September 22, 8pm ET
Kick Off Webinar! With Jodie Evans, KJ Noh, Dana Burton and CODEPINK China is Not Our Enemy Campaigner, Megan Russell!
2️⃣  Wednesday September 24, 7pm ET
China Working Group!
3️⃣  Friday, September 26, 2pmET
Day of Action! Lunch Action Calling Party
4️⃣  Monday, September 29, 8pm ET
2nd Webinar!
5️⃣  Saturday October 4
Mid Autumn Festival Day of Action!

 rsvp at https://www.codepink.org/chinacampaignseries

China Is Not Our Enemy, Debunking Lies & Defending Peace: Anti-Imperialist Campaign Action Series

Join our Anti-Imperialist Campaign Series’s focus on the China campaign for a timely discussion on the escalating U.S. aggression toward China and how our China Is Not Our Enemy (CINOE) campaign is educating and advocating for peace and diplomacy with China. 

The week will begin with a webinar hosted by our CINOE campaign organizer, Megan Russell, where we will share a historical overview and analysis of U.S. preparations for war against China, as well as a history of the campaign and its current projects. Speakers TBA!

Our second webinar will feature some of our most active China Is Not Our Enemy community members, who have taken action to advocate and educate against the U.S. war on China. Speakers TBA!

Throughout the week in focus, we will expose the dangers of war propaganda, highlight personal stories beyond the headlines, and equip you with ways to take action—whether through education, advocacy, or joining the campaign.

It is hard to stop a war once it starts - join our movement to prevent a catastrophic war before it starts!

Sign up for our webinars, working group discussion calls and days of action AND to receive weekly articles, resources and MORE → 

1️⃣  Monday, September 22, 8pm ET
Kick Off Webinar! With Jodie Evans, KJ Noh, Dana Burton and CODEPINK China is Not Our Enemy Campaigner, Megan Russell!
2️⃣  Wednesday September 24, 7pm ET
China Working Group!
3️⃣  Friday, September 26, 2pmET
Day of Action! Lunch Action Calling Party
4️⃣  Monday, September 29, 8pm ET
2nd Webinar!
5️⃣  Saturday October 4
Mid Autumn Festival Day of Action!

rsvp at  https://www.codepink.org/chinapal88

This webinar with Charles Xu will explore the deep-rooted solidarity between China and Palestine, tracing how their struggles have long been intertwined in the fight against imperialism. Drawing from his Qiao Collective article, Charles will unpack how China, especially during the Mao era, offered political, material, and ideological support for Palestinian liberation. He’ll show how this relationship was built on the shared revolutionary principles of two peoples resisting foreign domination and occupation.

The conversation will place this solidarity in today’s urgent context: the ongoing genocide against the Palestinian people, carried out with U.S. weapons and funding, alongside Washington’s escalating push for war on China. Both Palestine and China face the full weight of U.S. imperial strategy: Palestine through occupation and ethnic cleansing, and China through economic warfare, military encirclement, and an unrelenting propaganda campaign.

By examining the history and present of China–Palestine solidarity, Charles will challenge the false narratives used to divide these struggles. He will show how their unity points toward a broader global front against imperialism that refuses to be complicit in genocide, resists the drive to war, and works toward a shared future of humanity built on sovereignty, dignity, and peace for all peoples.

CONTACT Megan · megan@codepink.org