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There are several promising incremental reform bills that if enacted would move federal cannabis policy in a positive direction — and benefit millions of Americans. Most recently, the Dismantling Outdated Obstacles and Barriers to Individual Employment (DOOBIE) Act, a bill that would prevent federal agencies from considering past cannabis use in employment suitability or security clearance decisions, passed a Senate committee and is now headed to the full Senate for consideration. 

In addition to the DOOBIE Act, there are also several other key incremental cannabis reform bills circulating in Congress. Passing these bills would be a major step forward for our movement and further build the momentum for comprehensive federal cannabis legalization.

Some neighborhoods on the West Side are in dire need of compassionate, empathetic and shared experienced leadership. Welcome news is how a fresh-faced progressive Democrat – Hilltop resident Christine Cockley – is poised to win Ohio House District 6 this November, which encompasses most of Columbus’s West Side.

If anyone has any doubt whether a progressive is best qualified to take on the disheartening and daunting challenges of some West Side neighborhoods, just take a drive down Sullivant Avenue where poverty and despair continue to besiege several neighborhoods. Where the numbers of addicted and houseless keep growing – in lock step with the rising cost of housing, spurred on by landlord greed and the gentrification of some West Side neighborhoods.

Certainly, few from the Ohio GOP care much about the West Side, if rarely a thought. Local establishment Democrats, such as Mayor Ginther, have had plenty of time to affect change, but little has on Sullivant Avenue over the previous decade.

From Maryknoll:  Send a message to Congress as part of Haiti Advocacy Days: Stop Illegal Arms to Haiti calling for an end to the flow of guns to Haiti.
More information and link to send your message here. 

A national veterans’ organization today called for a grand jury to indict Department of State (DOS) Secretary Antony Blinken and the U.S. Ambassador to Israel for lying to Congress, violating the Export Control Act, the Genocide Prevention Act and the U.S. War Crimes Act.

Monday, September 30, 2024, 8:00 PM
Over the last few months, activists have gained unprecedented achievements in pushing their cities to divest from genocidal Israel’s war machine. Join us for a training session with experts at American Friends Service Committee on how divestment works, what to consider before launching a campaign in your city, and how to win.

The title is Hoodwinked in the Hothouse: Resist False Solutions to Climate Change, and it is now in its third edition and can be accessed—for free—online. The book was put together by “an international coalition of organization and activists,” relates the “Hoodwinked Collaborative” that “was convened to produce and distribute the groundbreaking publication on false solutions to the climate crisis.”

When you click "Call me" below, you will receive a phone call on the number you provided and be patched through to your Senator. You will be able to view a script at this time. After you deliver a message, press * (star) to be connected to your next Senator. If you don't get through, please leave a voicemail.

For the first time in U.S. history, there will be a vote in Congress to block weapons to Israel. Senators Bernie Sanders, Peter Welch, and Jeff Merkley have introduced Joint Resolutions of Disapproval to stop a $20 billion weapons shipment approved by the Biden administration. 

The Israeli military has massacred over 41,000 Palestinians in Gaza. The grief, sorrow, and pain is endless. And it is funded and enabled by the Biden administration as it continues to arm the genocidal Israeli government. Congress must intervene. 

Call your Senators immediately and tell them to block these weapons, and to support a full arms embargo on the Israeli government to save Palestinian lives.

BADDIES
Saturday, October 5, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, October 6, 2024 | 2:00 p.m.
Riffe Center | Studio 1
77 S. High St., Columbus, OH 43215

Join us for the 2024 Culture Black Fine Art Expo, a celebration of artistry and innovation!
September 27-29
345 E. 5th Ave., Columbus, OH

Proudly hosted by the KBK Foundation and powered by the Greater Columbus Arts Council. Don’t miss this vibrant showcase of talent and culture!

This event is FREE! You must reserve a ticket to enter the expo. Tickets are now available! Click this link  to reserve your tickets now!

Every year, Festival for Good features Central Ohio businesses that were founded with one purpose—to create true social impact in their communities.

When you attend the Festival for Good, you can make a big impact in your community just by shopping for unique products and services. 

Fun for the whole family - bring your kiddos!

 Shop for Good. Whether you need tee shirts, dog bones, art, flowers, or even a composting service, you can find a social enterprise (business created with the mission of doing good) in Columbus.

 Bike Valet. Ride your bike to the Hop and park it for FREE at our bike valet in front of GoYoga on 1st Ave (next to PNC).

 Partnership with the Grandview Hop. This means almost twice the amount of vendors, shopping, food, and drinks. WOW. You can read about the Hop here.

 Beer, cocktails, mocktails for sale. Grab a cocktail or beer on tap from Endeavor Brewing or a mocktail from Too Good Eats.

 A bunch of fun experiences for the family. Face Painting, The Parachute People, and cotton candy. Bring the kiddos!