‘We Are One’ National Day of Action April 4

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Posted by AzBlueMeanie:

Weareone_april4_180x200 Progressives, labor, faith communities and social justice organizations will come together in solidarity in defense of worker's rights and to "Defend The American Dream" in a national day of action on April 4. You can learn more about your local activities and RSVP here. We Are One April 4 (http://www.we-r-1.org/):

On April 4, 1968, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in Memphis where he had gone to stand with sanitation workers demanding their dream: The right to bargain collectively for a voice at work and a better life. The workers were trying to form a union with AFSCME.

Beginning with worship services over the April 1 weekend, and continuing through the week of April 4, unions, people of faith, civil and human rights activists, students and other progressive allies will host a range of community and workplace-focused actions.

Join us in solidarity with working people in Wisconsin, Ohio, Indiana and dozens of other states where well-funded, right-wing corporate politicians are trying to take away the rights Dr. King gave his life for. It’s a day to show movement. Teach-ins. Vigils. Faith events. A day to be creative, but clear: We Are One.

Here in Tucson (FB) Labor Action Center | Solidarity Rally and BBQ:

April 4, 2011 04:00PM to 07:00PM

Hosted by Laura Hogan

Contact: 520-388-4139

Event Description:

Join the Pima Area Labor Federation in honor of Martin Luther King who was assassinated on April 4, 1968 in Memphis. Dr. King went to Memphis to stand with sanitation workers demanding their right to bargain collectively for a voice at work and a better life. Stand in solidarity with the workers in Wisconsin, Arizona and dozens of other states where workers' rights and dreams are still being attacked today!

Location:
Veinte de Agosto Park Broadway and Church Ave.
Tucson, AZ
85701
Directions:
Rally at the statue of Pancho Villa at Broadway and Church then march to Armory Park, formerly Military Plaza Park, (221 S. 6th Ave.) for the BBQ. Bring Blankets or lawn chairs for the BBQ. Use the attached pdf file for a better map. RSVP required.
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