Chicago, IL
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March 23, 2017, 4:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Protest Paul Ryan's Fundraising
Speaker Paul Ryan comes to Chicago on 3/23. He won't meet with his contituents in WI, but he'll cross the border to meet with wealthy donors. Let's let him know his policies are NOT welcome.
We'll play at 4pm and welcome in...
March 23, 2017, 4:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Protest Paul Ryan in Chicago
Paul Ryan will be hosting a $50,000 a seat fundraiser in Chicago on March 23. We will be protesting him and Washington's agenda of racism, sexism, bigotry and war. More details soon. Spread the word now!
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March 30, 2017, 5:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Tell Gov. Rauner: Do Your Job!
Stop Holding Illinois Hostage—Pass A Fair Budget Now! Don’t Dictate, Negotiate a Fair Contract with State Workers!
Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner is hosting a “Governor’s Dinner” to raise money for himself and other Republican...
March 30, 2017, 6:00 pm
Chicago, IL
The Deportation of Innocence: Film screening & panel discussion
Heartland Alliance's National Immigrant Justice Center and the City of Chicago’s Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events present a screening of the documentary, The Deportation of Innocence, followed by a discussion...
March 30, 2017, 6:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Indivisible Information and Training Event
AGENDA 6-6:30pm Activism training 6:30-7:00 Sister District Project presentation 7:15-:15 Voter Registration Training
April 1, 2017, 9:30 am
Chicago, IL
The People's Filibuster: Chicago
Please join thousands of other Americans to protest and rally against the extreme agenda of President Donald Trump, including his nomination of Neil Gorsuch to the US Supreme Court. The People’s Filibuster will take place in cities across the...
April 1, 2017, 11:00 am
Chicago, IL
Fire The Fool Declaration Rally: Chicago
On Saturday April 1st, 2017, thousands will unite around the world to join in the Fire the Fool Declaration Rally in DC.
This rally was founded to impart a satirical, symbolic, and powerful message of firing (impeaching) President...
April 7, 2017, 5:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Resist War: Protest Trump's Bombing of Syria!
Resist War! This is part of a national call to action.
The Trump administration is waging a new U.S. war of aggression in the Middle East. The target this time is Syria. More than 70 U.S. cruise missiles hit Syria tonight.
The...
April 8, 2017, 1:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Organize! Strike! All out! May Day Planning Meeting
Join us on Saturday, April 8th at 1 PM to organize for the biggest possible strike action to shut down the city on May 1st. We can use May 1st to build our strength and lay the basis for even stronger future actions that allow for even more...
April 8, 2017, 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Illinois Resistance Resource Fair
These are difficult times for people who value an inclusive, progressive, and hopeful America. Yet there is hope bubbling up all around us as lifelong organizers and activists join with new converts to fight back against harmful policies...
April 10, 2017, 6:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Vigil for Syria: From 2011 Until Now
On Monday at 6pm, we will gather to honor the lives of all Syrians killed in the ongoing violence in Syria since the Syrian revolution against Bashar al-Assad’s dictatorship, which began in March of 2011 and was inspired by the millions of...
April 11, 2017, 3:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Stand with Frontline Communities: Environmental Justice Now!
People everywhere have a right to clean air, clean water and a safe environment. But the reality is, communities of color and low-income communities have been hurt first and worst by toxic pollution and the climate crisis. Communities across...
April 12, 2017, 4:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Unity For Disability Power! Rally and March
Washington DC is repealing the Affordable Care Act and dismantling Medicaid, Governor Rauner clings to irresponsible and harmful policies without a state budget, along with many additional issues impacting people with disabilities across...
April 15, 2017, 10:00 am
Chicago, IL
Tax March: Chicago
Why doesn't the President pay taxes? Where are his tax returns?
Inspired by the last few months of protest, particularly the Women's March, we are going to relentlessly demand the President's taxes. We want to know who he owes money to and...
April 17, 2017, 6:15 pm
Chicago, IL
Town Hall in Coop with Rep. Mike Quigley, Rep. Jan Schakowsky
Event begins promptly at 6:15 pm. Doors open at 5:45 pm.
In Cooperation With Our Guests: Mike Quigley, US Congressman Jan Schakowsky, US Congresswomen Ann Williams, State Representative Greg Harris, State Representative
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April 22, 2017, 9:00 am
Chicago, IL
March For Science: Chicago
On Earth Day, April 22, 2017, we will march on downtown Chicago to take a stand for science. Exact time and location is TBD. OUR MISSION -To show support for the scientific community. -To safeguard the scientific process, and research...
April 29, 2017, 12:00 pm
Chicago, IL
People's Climate March - Chicago
Join the People’s Climate Movement this April 29th in Chicago. On Trump's 100th day in office, take the streets to demand justice for our climate and our communities. This march is one of hundreds across the country.
April 30, 2017, 2:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Sustainability and Social Justice: A Community Forum
How will climate change affect Chicago? Is Lake Michigan's water clean? How do I know if my water has lead in it? Is pollution a racial issue?
Join Chicago Action Alliance for an interactive Q&A with several local environmental...
April 30, 2017, 1:00 pm
Chicago, IL
100 Days of Trump, 100 Days Resistance #A30
Trump has been president for 100 days. In this time he has done increased deportations across the country, banned the movement of muslims from seven countries, and is continuing his path of destruction on working people and our environment. We'...
May 1, 2017, 11:00 am
Chicago, IL
May Day Rally & March
March with R3 Coalition Chi to underscore connections between racial justice and economic justice.
May 1st, International Workers' Day, will be a national day of action with large marches around the country. Join us here in Chicago as...
May 1, 2017, 4:00 pm
Chicago, IL
May Day Rally
Join the Chicago Federation of Labor, Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights, and Sierra Club Illinois for the May Day rally to take a stand against Donald Trump and Bruce Rauner
May 5, 2017, 11:00 am
Chicago, IL
Student-led Climate Rally: Chicago
Fifth and sixth graders from the Ancona School in Chicago are organizing a rally to protest climate change on May 5th, 2017 at 11 am. The rally will be in Daley Plaza to get the attention of government and business officials who can help make...
May 8, 2017, 12:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Protest Mayor Emmanuel! PledgeOfLiberation Demonstration!
The final action in Women’s March’s 10 Actions / 100 Days Campaign, Pledge of Liberation, harnesses the power of cross-movement collaboration. Over the course of the next week, we are mobilizing our communities to sign a Pledge of Liberation—a...
May 11, 2017, 5:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Network for Equality
Network for Equality is Equality Illinois’ premier LGBTQ networking event for any LGBTQ person or ally in the state of Illinois looking to expand their personal or professional network. Meet new people, reconnect with others, and grow your...
May 16, 2017, 5:30 pm
Chicago, IL
How do We Elect More Women & People of Color? Join the Symposium
Join 100’s of voters, activists, candidates & grassroots organizations as we discuss the REAL obstacles to getting more women & people of color on the ballot and then also elected, here in Illinois, in 2017 and 2018.
Hear...