I took my scissors to Joe Mathews’ op-ed “Please stop trying to ‘save democracy’” and taped this to my monitor: “…democracy isn’t something you save. It’s something you do – with other people…” -more-
Recent events in the Gaza Strip have drawn global attention to a rapidly deteriorating humanitarian situation. Reports indicate a severe escalation in violence, leading to the tragic loss of thousands of lives. Most notably, an incident resulting in the deaths of at least five individuals on a single day underscores the ongoing crisis. The cumulative toll of these conflicts is profoundly disturbing, with claims of over 31,300 Palestinians having lost their lives. The situation in Gaza is further exacerbated by restrictions on essential supplies, including food, water, and electricity. This has pushed the region to the brink of famine, with 27 reported deaths due to starvation, including 23 children. The impact on civilian life is devastating and unacceptable. -more-
Harassment exists where someone doesn't want to be contacted, and where the other person is violating this expressed need. Harassment can exist in numerous contexts. Harassment causes people to lose their jobs. Even presidents of universities have lost their beloved job because they have abused their position. Harassment is a major issue in the modern world, where society is trying to evolve into something better. -more-
Spring Equinox: Celebrate at the Chavez/Huerta Sundial
Tuesday, March 19
6:30 to 7:30 pm
Sunset at 7:20 pm
Chávez/Huerta Tribute Site @ Solar Calendar
This year's Equinox Celebration—high atop the northern-most summit of the Berkeley Marina—will be led by Alan Gould, from the Lawrence Hall of Science.
Alan will address the timely question: “What is the meaning of the vernal (spring) equinox." (Alan's FAQ page is here: https://gss.lawrencehallofscience.org/the-solar-calendar/.)
The Vernal Equinox marks the traditional start of spring planting. The Tribute Site, which honors "the social and environmental justice legacy of César Chávez and Dolores Huerta," is organized around four cardinal directions—Tolerance, Courage, Determination, and Hope. As site overseer Santiago Casal notes, spring is the time to honor the virtue of Hope—and the United Farm Worker rallying cry "¡Viva La Causa!"
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When we look around us, at the world, at our neighborhood, at the politics of people we have met, we are often led to ask, what is happening to the world? -more-
Worth Noting:
City Council Spring Recess is scheduled from March 27 through May 6, 2024. The two special elections are April 16 to fill the vacant District 7 Council seat and May 28 to fill the vacant District 4 Council seat.
District 4 candidates: Soli Alpert, Elana Auerbach, John Haracz, Ruben Hernandez Story, Igor A. Tregub
District 7 candidates: James Chang, Cecilia Lunaparra,
Check the City of Berkeley (CoB) website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
