300th Edition and Revamped Website
This week’s CCPC News and Events is the 300th edition of our newsletter. To those of you who have been with us since our founding in the summer of 2016, thank you very much! To celebrate our 6th anniversary, we’ve completely revamped our website. A special thanks to Suzy Scullin who put a lot of time in to make the revamped website happen.
Upcoming CCPC Events
CCPC August Membership Meeting: ACLU of Ohio Speak Up Campaign Tuesday, August 23 from 6:30 to 8 pm. For our August meeting we’ll be partnering with ACLU of Ohio as a part of their Listening Campaign to find out what civil liberties issues you are most concerned about so that they can identify policy priorities. ACLU of Ohio Organizing Strategist Melekte Melaku will facilitate the event. After some open ended questions centering on civil rights and liberties we’ll head into some break out room to find out what you have to say! To find out more about the Listening Tour please click here Please click here to register for the event. After registering you’ll receive an email with the Zoom link
CCPC September Membership Meeting: Fighting Back After Dobbs Wednesday, September 14 from 6:30 to 8 pm. Our September meeting will focus on what we can do to fight back against the reversal of abortion rights in Ohio after the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision. Our featured speaker will be Kellie Copeland, Executive Director of Pro – Choice Ohio. We’ll also be discussing some upcoming action’s that we’ll be doing locally to help the fight for reproductive freedom in Ohio. 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!
Chris Ronayne for County Executive Volunteer Opportunities
Postcard Party with NEO Young Black Dems and Cuyahoga Young Dems Friday, August 19 from 6 to 8 pm. Click the link to register and receive the event location
Virtual Phone Bank Every Wednesday beginning August 24 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Click the link to register and receive the Zoom link
Parma Ukrainian Village Parade Saturday, August 27 from 10 am to noon. Click the link to RSVP and receive the event location
North Olmsted Homecoming Parade Sunday, August 28 from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm. Click the link to RSVP and receive the event location
11th Congressional District Caucus Labor Day Parade Monday, September 5 from 8 am to 1 pm. Click the link to RSVP and receive the event location
In Person Phone Bank Wednesday, September 21 and Wednesday, October 19 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Click the link to register and receive event location
Jennifer O’ Donnell for Judge Parade Support Needed
Parma Ukrainian Day Parade Saturday, August 27 @ 10 am. Click the link to RSVP and receive the event location
North Olmsted Homecoming Parade Sunday, August 28 @ noon. Click the link to RSVP and receive the event location
11th Congressional District Caucus Labor Day Parade Monday, September 5 @ 8 am .Click the link to RSVP and receive the event location
Nan Whaley for Governor Volunteer Opportunities
Social Media Squad Volunteer Training Thursday, August 18 from 6:30 to 7:30 pm (digital)
Virtual Phone Bank Every Tuesday from 5:30 to 8 pm. Click the link to RSVP and receive the Zoom link
Are You Thinking About Running for Office in 2023?
If so, please check out the links below:
Defeating Republican Suburban Mayors Starts Now with Progressive Challenger Recruitment
And please let us know if you decide to do it or if you have any questions!
Beyond Impact 2022
Tides Advocacy is pleased to announce it’s Beyond Impact Virtual Series Sessions include
Multi – Cycle Power Building Towards a Progressive BIPOC – Led Decade Wednesday, August 24 from 2 to 3:15 pm
From Narrative Organizing to Narrative Justice Wednesday, September 14 from 2 to 3:15
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
Cleveland coalition tasked with addressing racism takes first steps
Midwest Gun Violence Summit: Hood 2 Hood Saturday, August 27 from 10 am to 2 pm @ 11327 Shaker Blvd. Cleveland 44104
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
Dennis Kucinich on Pulling the Plug on FirstEnergy Corporation Tuesday, August 23 @ 7 pm ( digital )
Pro – Choice Ohio Ramp Up for Repro Training Wednesday, August 24 @ 6 pm (digital)
Online Community Rights Workshop by CELDF Thursday, August 25 @ 10 pm
The Faults in Our System: Transforming Juvenile Justice Friday, August 26 from 11:30 am to 1 pm @ The City Club of Cleveland, 850 Euclid Ave. Cleveland 44114. Click the link for tickets and information on how you can view the event online.
Pro Roe Variety Show Friday, August 26 from 8 to 9:45 pm @ Forest City Brewery, 2135 Columbus Rd. Cleveland 44113
One World Day Sunday, August 28 from 11 am to 6 pm @ Cleveland Cultural Gardens, 10823 Magnolia Dr. Cleveland 44106
Inequities Across a Spectrum Tuesday, August 30 @ 7 pm (digital)
Roe Roe Roe Your Vote Rally Sunday, September 11 @ 1 pm @ Triangle Park, 235 E. 222nd St. Euclid 44123
Also in the News
Local
Reports show ‘ epic failure ‘ at Cuyahoga County children services office, but officials say hands are tied Is this the next big county government scandal?
Cleveland City Council passes ‘ pay to stay ‘ eviction protection to help renters Great news!
Cleveland Building and Construction Trades Endorses Mike DeWine for Governor Wondolowski’s group once again aligns with business interests and ditches the Democratic Party.
State
Fear and Uncertainty Grip Ohio Patients as Abortion Referral Services Struggle to Keep Up Navigating women to out of state providers is proving to be a difficult task.
A Gerrymandering Expert Explains Why State Legislative Supremacy Would Be Bad in Ohio Demanding an independent redistricting commission via ballot may be Ohio’s only shot at fair representation
Ohio Supreme Court approves Icebreaker wind project for Lake Erie Great news!
National
As Historic Climate Bill Heads to Biden’s Desk, Young Activists Demand More Because much more is needed
Democrats betting on progressives to keep control of Senate This would be Pennsylvania and Wisconsin, not Ohio
McConnell says people being forced to have children don’t deserve any more financial help The Grim Reaper speaks!
End Poverty Now Cleveland
Please check out and like the End Poverty Now Cleveland Facebook page!
Immigration Updates
Immigrant Defense Fund
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
The GOP’s cruel and tired playbook on immigration
Political Polarization Around U.S. Immigration Policy Heightens
Bipartisan lawmakers in House and Senate introduce path to legal status for Afghan refugees
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
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