MEETING NOTES FOR PEOPLE FOR PEACE, JUSTICE, AND HEALING
People for Peace, Justice, and Healing met March 6, 2010, at 10 a.m. at Associated Ministries. Present for check-in were Rob, Mark, Sallie, Nancy, Sol, Louisa, Sarah, Ray, and Karen.
AGENDA
1. PJH FUNDRAISER (All)
Lively discussion of the possibilities. Louisa shared a photo of her
dad, now in his 90's, as a prospect for a stand-up comedy routine.
While a few movie possibilities were discussed, the spirit of the
conversation tended to focus on looking for a light, humorous focus
for the evening. To be continued.
2. PEACE PRIZE (Nancy)
After rejection by both Sallie and Bix -- neither of who wish to be
nominated for the "Peace Prize" -- discussion of all the names possible
for nomination. Discussion. No action taken.
3. MARCH 19 RALLY (Sallie)
Flyers are being distributed and plans proceeding. Meet at 4:00 p.m. at
the Federal Building. Sarah, Nancy, and Karen volunteered to help
with banner at McKinley I-5 Overpass. Plans to install Burma Shave type
signs by Ray dropped as being too dangerous and/or not evident enough
for I-5. Discussion -- once again the conversation focused on inserting
some humor, drama into the proceedings -- puppets, costumes, street
theater, music.
4. RACHEL CORRIE EVENT (Nancy)
Members present expressed to Nancy their appreciation for a lively
reading, March 3 at UPS, Kilworth Chapel, of "My Name Is Rachel
Corrie." The Corries were present for conversation following the
performance and left following the discussion for a civil suit they
have brought in Israel for damages.....
5. STARBUCKS AND GUN LAW (Nancy)
Nancy contacted Starbucks to let them know her opinion of their
permitting customers with gun permits to carry guns into Starbucks.
Nancy has the contact information if you wish to let Starbucks know
your opinion about their decision. Discussion.
6. LYNN GREENWALD TRIAL (Karen)
Lynn Geenwald, of the Plowshares Five, was tried in Federal Court on
March 3 for "stepping across the blue line" at Bangor on August 10,
'09, (commemorating the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki) despite
having been served a disbarment letter on a previous occasion. Lynn's
protest focused on the presence of Trident and the nuclear build-up of
first strike weapons at Bangor. While the prosecution focused on
whether or not Lynn crossed the blue line, Lynn representing herself,
testified that it was her duty as a citizen, according to Nuremberg
Principles, to bring to the attention of the United States Government
that they were, according to the Constitution and U. N. Treaty,
acting illegally. While the Judge did let Lynn state some of her
reasons for acting as she did -- she stopped her mid-testimony -
claiming that the trial was about "the law, not politics" and found
her guilty. The Judge (sorry, I don't have her name) set May 5 as the
sentencing date. The prosecution asked for six months.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. SISTER CITY FILM FEST -- CUBA, 'NADA' (Sallie)
The Blue Mouse is hosting their yearly Sister City Film Fest on
Thursday nights through April 8. The film this Thursday is from Cuba,
"Nada." Michael Kagan, who travels to Cuba to play baseball and
contribute equipment to their team will be a special guest at 6:30 p.m.
before the movie, talking briefly and showing a slide show from his
recent trip. See Sallie's email and/or google Sister City Film Fest
for further details. Local entertainment at 6:30, movie at 7:30 p.m.
2. MOST DANGEROUS MAN IN AMERICA (Sallie)
Film about Daniel Ellsberg opening on the 12th at the Grande.
Saturday 4 and 6 p.m. performances will be followed by a talk by Rick
Goldsmith
3. MARCH 19 -- 7th Anniversary Rally (Sallie)
4:00 p.m. Federal Building (across from U. W. Tacoma); 5:30 p.m. rally at
Pacific Avenue/ I5 Overpass. Sponsored by UFPPC, Veterans for Peace,
and Iraq Veterans Against the War
4. MARCH 27: GALLUCCI LEARNING GARDEN
The Guadalupe Land Trust is inviting the community to gather on March
27 to contribute ideas for a new learning garden to be established at
S. 14th and G, next to Guadalupe House, Tacoma Catholic Worker. The
meeting is scheduled from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. To RSVP and for
further information email: guadalupelandtrust@gmail.com or call 572-5533
5. APPEAL (Nancy)
Help a Former Tacoma Catholic Worker and Divinity Student Go to
Palestine! Jessie Smith, currently studying at the Seminary of the Southwest,
Austin, Texas, has secured a scholarship but still needs some
additional funds to cover her trip to Palestine this Spring. Studying
to be an Episcopalian Priest, Jessie hopes to bring back a fresh
perspective on peace work and grounds for hope for a non-violent
resolution of the Israeli/Palestinian conflict. Donations can be
sent to Jessie Smith, 3007 Duval Street, 208-N, Austin, Texas 78705.
Respectfully submitted,
Karen