UCLA School of Law, thinker, writer, and social justice lawyer. All views my own. https://xitter.cf/t.co/sDJ1JyARa7…
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We need to stop criminalizing homelessness. Police should not be responding to non-violent incidents involving homeless people- stop the cycle! Learn more in this article: invisiblepeople.tv/ultimate-…
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As predicted, Israel waited until Tuesday, Nov. 5th, 2024, the date of the US Presidential election, to officially announce that Palestinians are in the process of being ethnically cleansed from North Gaza.
Doing Zionism quietly, like clockwork. theguardian.com/world/2024/n…
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After a big night for billionaires, UAWL4P has launched a new campaign, “@UAW Divest Now!,” to demand that our union respect the Palestinian trade union picket line by immediately divesting from Israel Bonds.
Press release below, details at uawlaborforpalestine.com.
ALT After Blue Wall Collapse, Union Rank-and-File Demands UAW Stand with its Base, Divest from Israeli Genocide Rank-and-File caucus UAW Labor for Palestine demands UAW leadership put their money where their mouth is by divesting up to $1 million from genocide. NOVEMBER 6, 2024—After a big night for billionaires, hundreds of UAW members affiliated with the national coalition UAW Labor for Palestine have launched a new campaign, “UAW Divest Now!,” to demand that their union respect the Palestinian trade union picket line by immediately divesting from Israel Bonds. Read full press release here: uawlaborforpalestine.com/\#pressrelease
A msg from a student. It’s such a privilege to be an educator: “Thank you for holding open space for your students today. I knew I had to cry a bit, and your office was the only place I felt safe doing so. Thank you for being such a great professor.”
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In Dearborn, Rashida Tlaib Did Nearly Twice as Well as Kamala Harris interc.pt/3YAsjsk by Matthew Sledge interc.pt/3YAsjsk
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If you are concerned about imminent political threats to higher ed, this @AAUP report is a great place to understand what the blueprint will be in the coming years--
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I’m so proud to be represented by @ib2_real
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The Biden administration should cancel all federal student debt tomorrow. Ignore the courts. Use immunity powers. Get it done.
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Deeply proud of my awesome ex UCLA law student @YsabelJuradoLA! She ran an amazing and courageous campaign! Must-read @latimes Column by @GustavoArellano
Political novice Ysabel Jurado celebrates on her road to Eastside history
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I would be glad to receive any suggestions you have now—your words of wisdom, grief, hope, and naked anger. I will do my best to be available to anyone who wants to mourn and cry, but also for those ready to plan for our collective future.
You stand on the shoulders of great people. And I trust each of you will decide how to make your mark in this “new” world we find ourselves in. So be steadfast and remember to stay near those that are dear to you.
Channel your emotions. Then, when you are ready, after you’ve paused and breathed, get to work. I can use my perch to say, we’ve been here before. Not just in this decade or the one before, and not just in our lifetimes. But also in 1865 and, 1935, and 1950, and 1964.
Replenish, replenish, replenish. Most of all, don’t isolate. This is the time to forge bonds and friendships like you’ve never done before. Hold each other tightly. Try not to point fingers or blame anyone or any group of people. We simply don’t have time to waste that energy.
A msg 4 my students: I want to take a moment and acknowledge those who are experiencing pain or fear right now. Remember to grieve, mourn, sleep, and drink water. But don’t despair for long. We don’t have the luxury of time. Drink water, get sunshine, and breathe fresh air.
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I’m so tired of waiting,
Aren’t you,
For the world to become good
And beautiful and kind?
Let us take a knife
And cut the world in two —
And see what worms are eating
At the rind.
Tired, Langston Hughes
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I am proud to #BreakMyStreak, boycotting @NYTGames, and will strike alongside my coworkers until @NYTimes agrees to a fair contract!
#SolidarityStreak
Support @NYTGuildTech by donating to their Strike Solidarity Fund here: gofundme.com/f/nyt-tech-stri…
LA. Vote yes on Measure A!
🚨 Rent hikes are skyrocketing, leaving Section 8 voucher holders vulnerable and struggling to stay afloat. Discover the harsh realities of the housing crisis and why stronger rent control is desperately needed.
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Ex-Cop Brett Hankison Found Guilty of Violating Breonna Taylor’s Civil Rights, Faces Life in Prison democracynow.org/2024/11/4/h…