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Stand up against Citizens United:
Money Out, Voters In!
Saturday Rally at Noon in Louisville!
At 12 noon on Saturday, January 19, 2013, come to the steps of the Jefferson County Courthouse (6th and Jefferson Streets) as we rally for two bedrocks of a just and free political system. First, to protest the Citizens United ruling on its third anniversary, join the nationwide call to get big money out of politics. Second, to honor Martin Luther King Day, demand the right for everyone to vote without obstruction. The Supreme Court's 2010 decision in Citizens United opened the floodgates for special interest money and corporate influence in politics. Giant contributions from wealthy individuals and corporations now shape who gets elected and what they do once in office. At the same time, a rash of voter suppression laws in more than 30 states has threatened to make voting difficult, if not impossible, for millions of Americans. A democratic state needs to continually improve access to the ballot box for all citizens, not restrict it. Please come on Saturday to rally for a better democracy as we stand in solidarity with others rallying all across the nation.
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Kentucky Interfaith Power and Light invites you to join us in Frankfort on
Thursday,
February 14th
Starts at noon
I Love Mountains Day
Let's walk our talk in solidarity. Let's be heard as one voice saying:
"We love our Kentucky mountains and want them and their culture protected!" and
"We want clean, just energy now!"
I Love Mountains Day is a great community experience that can recharge and invigorate. It's even better (and greener) on the Kentucky Interfaith Power and Light bus!
This march and rally continues the calls on Governor Beshear, our state legislative leaders, and our leaders in Washington D.C. to serve the public interest and care for creation by ending mountaintop removal and working towards a clean energy future that supports good, safe jobs and healthy communities.
Once again, KIPL is helping to organize the participation of faith communities including connecting them with a grant source for free customized banners. Lets us know if you are organizing folks from your community and would like to get your own banner.
Invite your family, friends and faith community.
While donations are appreciated, KIPL is providing the bus transportation at no cost to you.
Details available by clicking here. Reserve your seat by clicking here.   
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Sunday, February 17, 12 pm
Join the Forward on Climate Rally
A Rally to Influence Energy Policy and Stop the Keystone XL Pipeline
 Our Kentuckiana Group at the November 2011 Action at the White House
(not pictured: 12,000 fellow citizens)
Cultivating Connections, Greater Louisville Sierra Club, and 350 Louisville are jointly sponsoring an effort to achieve maximum Kentuckiana participation at this important climate change awareness rally in Washington DC, on Sunday, February 17 by coordinating rides and housing. (find details below).
President Obama has just 4 years left to provide the leadership we need to stop climate change that is likely causing extreme weather like Hurricane Sandy, and Keystone XL is the biggest test of whether he's up for the job.
On Presidents Day weekend, we'll be taking to the streets of Washington DC with thousands to form a massive human pipeline, and to tell the President that we expect leadership on climate change, beginning with a rejection of the Keystone XL tar sands pipeline. |
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So, if you're interested in participating and have not yet responded, please reply to this email and answer the following questions: a) Assuming reasonable transportation and lodging costs can be arranged, how likely are you to go? (We are seeking free accommodations first, and some have already been procured.) b) Which of the following would be your preferred itinerary? Note that options 2 and 3 include one all-night drive. 1) Depart Louisville Sat. AM - Depart DC Mon. AM (staying over 2 nights) 2) Depart Louisville Sat. AM - Depart DC Sun. PM (staying over 1 night) 3) Depart Louisville Sat. PM - Depart DC Mon. AM (staying over 1 night) c) Any other constraints or concerns about itinerary or lodging? Thank You. Drew Foley louisville350@yahoo.com |
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Join the ForwardOnClimate Rally Sunday 2/17!
Crippling drought. Devastating wildfires. Superstorm Sandy. Climate has come home - and the American people get it.
At Noon on Sunday, February 17, thousands of Americans will head to Washington, D.C. to make Forward on Climate the largest climate rally in history. Join this historic event to make your voice heard and help the president start his second term with strong climate action.
The first step to putting our country on the path to addressing the climate crisis is for President Obama to reject the Keystone XL tar sands pipeline. His legacy as president will rest squarely on his response, resolve, and leadership in solving the climate crisis.
Details
When: February 17th, Noon
Where: The National Mall, Washington D.C.
Who: 350.org, The Sierra Club and the Hip-Hop Caucus
Why: To tell Barack Obama it's time to lead in the fight against climate change, beginning with the Keystone XL tar sands pipeline.
Just over a year ago, 15,000 people surrounded the White House -- and President Obama listened, delaying the Keystone XL tar sands pipeline. This is our best chance to show the President how strong this movement has become since then -- sign up today.
Sponsored by 350.org, the Sierra Club and the Hip Hop Caucus
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Greater Louisville Sierra Club
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