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Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice @uusj.bsky.social · 11d
"Seeking aid when needed is a sign of spiritual maturity. Offering assistance when asked is sacred work. Undermining that peaceful human impulse to serve, to help–to minister–is an abuse of power. It is an assault on sacred traditions that span the globe."

🔗https://bit.ly/Newest_Iteration
A black background with a lightbulb burning in on the left side of the graphic. At the bottom right is a QR Code and on the Left side is the UUSJ logo in white letters with a flame coming out of the J. "Seeking aid when needed is a sign of spiritual maturity. Offering assistance when asked is sacred work. Undermining that peaceful human impulse to serve, to help–to minister–is an abuse of power. It is an assault on sacred traditions that span the globe." --Pablo DeJesús, Executive Director, UUSJ Read Full Statement Here: https://bit.ly/Newest_Iteration
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Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice @uusj.bsky.social · 1d
UUSJ Action Hour
Hosted by UUSJ’s Democracy Action Team

Wednesday, October 15
7:30 p.m. ET • 6:30 p.m. CT • 5:30 p.m. MT • 4:30 p.m. PT

Sign Up: uusj.salsalabs.org/dem_actionho...
A laptop against a pink wall with a Vote Stamp, the UUSJ Logo in front of the capitol with spikes coming out of the frame. On the right, a picture of the face of the statue of liberty with her hands covering her eyes. On the laptop: UUSJ Action Hour Hosted by UUSJ’s Democracy Action Team Wednesday, October 15 7:30 p.m. ET • 6:30 p.m. CT • 5:30 p.m. MT • 4:30 p.m. PT Sign Up: https://uusj.salsalabs.org/dem_actionhourcopy1/index.html with a QR code. On the bottom corner of the keyboard is a UUSJ logo.
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Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice @uusj.bsky.social · 1d
Join the millions and use joy and fellowship to say: America belongs to us. No Kings. No Crowns. No Thrones.

No Kings II
Saturday, October 18
Local Event Times Vary
Find an event near you here:
www.nokings.org?SQF_SOURCE=u...
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Democracy Action Network @democracyactionnet.bsky.social · 2d
No Kings Protest - October 18th nokings.com www.mobilize.us/nokings/even...
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Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice @uusj.bsky.social · 1d
New Voter Suppression Policy Detected: Administration allies are trying to pressure an independent government board— the Election Assistance Commission (EAC)—into enacting a new voter suppression policy.

Action Needed: Make A Public Comment BY OCTOBER 20th:
Link: www.regulations.gov/commenton/EA...
Black background with a woman wearing a tan trench coat and a brown hat with a darker brown ribbon around the brim over her red hair. She is wearing blue gloves and holding binoculars. New Voter Suppression Policy Detected: Administration allies are trying to pressure an independent government board — the Election Assistance Commission (EAC) — into enacting a new voter suppression policy. What Would The Proposal Do? Require Americans to present specific, costly, and hard-to-access documents, such as passports, before registering to vote. Who Would Be Impacted? An estimated 21 million Americans could be shut out from the ballot box, including: --Rural Residents --Students --Women --Communities of Color. Action Needed: Make A Public Comment BY OCTOBER 20th: Speak out against this barrier to the voter registration process. Link: https://www.regulations.gov/commenton/EAC-2025-0236-0001 Bottom left corner: QR Code Bottom Right Corner: UUSJ Logo
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Dayenu: A Jewish Call to Climate Action @joindayenu.bsky.social · 4d
It's clear as (a sunny) day that the sensible, cost-effective, clean, democratic way forward on power is in renewable sources.
Is why they're desperately scrambling to squash it and promote fossil fuels.
We have to take action for our future.
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Sun Day @sundayofaction.bsky.social · 4d
🎉 A big win for clean energy this week! In the first half of 2025, we officially used more renewable electricity than coal for the first time on record 🙌 Solar power generation increased by a huge 31%, helping us to break the record and see coal drop to its lowest share. 🧵
We’ve Officially Generated More Power From Renewable Energy Than Coal In 2025
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Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice @uusj.bsky.social · 4d
Interfaith Rally & Prayer Vigil for Health Justice
Today, October 9th at 9:30 AM

Please join us and the Washington Interfaith Community!
Register Here: bit.ly/46YAByi
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Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice @uusj.bsky.social · 4d
America belongs to us!
No Kings. No Crowns. No Thrones.
On October 18, we rise.
Not to defend broken systems, but to defend each other.
Find your action here: www.nokings.org?utm_source=u...

#nokings @theuuassociation
White Crown over a red X No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings. Saturday, Oct. 18 Blue background with black drawings on it. Did you know? 🧚‍♀️We now have over 2,352 events scheduled in all 50 states plus DC 😍We are 200+ events over our goal for early October 😮This might become one of the largest mobilizations in the U.S. 📍Friday October 10, end of day, is the cut-off to register a new event Stay Safe, my friend!
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Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice @uusj.bsky.social · 4d
Can't make the #NoKings March on October 18th? Why not learn how to be an even more effective organizer and mobilizer!

Join us the @aclu.org @acluohio.bsky.social on
Saturday, October 18th
9:00am to 4:30pm

Register:
www.mobilize.us/risefordemoc...
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The Workers Circle @workerscircle.bsky.social · 5d
Are you confused by the constantly changing rules around charitable giving, taxes, and estate planning? In this webinar, attorneys Jonathan Gudema, Esq., and Stacy Sulman, J.D., will explain what the latest changes mean for you. Register here: www.circle.org/events/your-...
Your Legacy, Your Plan: Navigating New Rules in Estate and Charitable Giving — The Workers Circle
The rules around charitable giving, taxes, and estate planning continue to evolve. In this webinar, attorneys Jonathan Gudema, Esq., and Stacy Sulman, JD, will explain what the latest changes mean for...
www.circle.org
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Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice @uusj.bsky.social · 5d
Interfaith Rally & Prayer Vigil for Health Justice
Tomorrow, October 9th at 9:30 AM

St. Mark's Episcopal Church
301A. St. SE, Washington DC 20003
Gathering at 9:30am
Rally and Vigil Starts at 10am

Register Here: bit.ly/46YAByi
Interfaith Rally & Prayer Vigil for Health Justice Tomorrow, October 9th at 9:30 AM Gathering at 9:30am Rally and Vigil Starts at 10am St. Mark's Episcopal Church 301A. St. SE, Washington DC 20003 Join interfaith leaders for this urgent event, urging Congress to support a bipartisan Continuing Resolution that protects healthcare, renewing Affordable Care Act tax premiums for twenty-four million Americans. Please join us and the Washington Interfaith Community! Register Here: http://bit.ly/46YAByi
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Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice @uusj.bsky.social · 5d
Join the Frontline Network for
Campus Engagement

Tuesdays
8:00 p.m. ET • 7:00 p.m. CT • 6:00 p.m. MT • 5:00 p.m. PT
RSVP for multiple dates
October: 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, and 10/28

Learn More: www.frontline4freedom.org
Frontline for Freedom Weekly Campaign Planning and Training Calls Tuesdays: 8:00 p.m. ET • 7:00 p.m. CT • 6:00 p.m. MT • 5:00 p.m. PT RSVP for multiple dates October: 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, and 10/28 Learn More: https://www.frontline4freedom.org/
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ACLU @aclu.org · 6d
If you missed this training, join our next one on October 15 where we’ll cover our rights when protesting, de-escalation training, and more.
No Kings: Protest Safety, Know Your Rights & De-Escalation Training 10/15
I'm attending this event - sign up now to join me!
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ACLU @aclu.org · 6d
Read more about your rights when interacting with military troops or federal agents at aclu.org/deployment_kyr
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Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice @uusj.bsky.social · 6d
The U.S. has a moral and legal obligation not to send people to countries where they face the risk of torture or inhumane treatment.
Write Your Lawmakers:
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An airplane landing against an orange sun. Wording: Demand Reports on Human Rights Practices. The U.S. has a moral and legal obligation not to send people to countries where they face the risk of torture or inhumane treatment. Did you know that Senator Tim Kaine has introduced six resolutions in the U.S. Senate seeking information on the human rights practices of six countries to which the U.S. has reportedly deported immigrants who have no ties to those countries. The risk of torture or abuse – particularly after reports from men sent from the United States to the CECOT prison in El Salvador – is high and an alarming concern. Write to your Senators and ask them to support these resolutions when they come up for a vote https://nrcat.salsalabs.org/502b-resolutions-uusj/index.html At the bottom: NRCAT National Religious Campaign Against Torture and the UUSJ Logo
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Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice @uusj.bsky.social · 6d
Now is an urgent time to call on our legislators and urge them to side with refugees and the resettlement program that supports them.

🔗https://uusj.salsalabs.org/refugee-goal_pd-2026_sept-2025/index.html
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UULM-MD @uulm-md.bsky.social · 6d
Families belong together. Kilmar should be with his wife and children, not in ICE detention or deported to another country.

Although this is not a state legislative activity, Kilmar is a Maryland resident and a member of our ally -- CASA.

wearecasa.org/updates/dema...
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UULM-MD @uulm-md.bsky.social · 6d
Our UU faith promotes and affirms the values of justice, equity, and compassion in human relations. We believe that everyone who lives in Maryland should be able to live a life without fear, regardless of race, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, or immigration status.
#FreeKilmar
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Action Together New Jersey @atnj.org · 7d
#TomsRiver #NJ
One of the 41 #NOKINGS events in NJ on October 18th.
No Kings Toms River VA Hooper Ave 1:30 start
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Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice @uusj.bsky.social · 7d
UUSJ Action Hour
Hosted by UUSJ’s Democracy Action Team

Wednesday, October 15
7:30 p.m. ET • 6:30 p.m. CT • 5:30 p.m. MT • 4:30 p.m. PT

Sign Up: uusj.salsalabs.org/dem_actionho...
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Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice @uusj.bsky.social · 7d
Are UU going to #NoKingsDay
Tonight, Join @aclu.org 's Protest Safety, Know Your Rights and De-Escalation Training
Monday, October 6
8:00 p.m. ET • 7:00 p.m. CT • 6:00 p.m. MT • 5:00 p.m. PT

RSVP: act.aclu.org/a/no-kings-k...
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Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice @uusj.bsky.social · 8d
We Side With Civil Rights
Organizations and Nonprofits...

Nonprofits are the backbone of civil society.

Write Your Lawmakers
uusj.salsalabs.org/stop-assault...
A hand holding a compass in front of a pristine blue lake, a mountain, and a sky blue sky with clouds over it. We Side With Civil Rights Organizations and Nonprofits... Nonprofits are the backbone of civil society. Volunteers and dedicated professionals are the loving hands of compassion and care in our communities. More often than not, nonprofits represent neighbors helping neighbors. This is not a partisan issue. It is a matter of protecting faith-based compassion and care. @uusj.dc We Side With Civil Rights Organizations and Nonprofits... Nonprofits are the backbone of civil society. Volunteers and dedicated professionals are the loving hands of compassion and care in our communities. Write Your Lawmakers https://uusj.salsalabs.org/stop-assault_civilrights-nonprofit_orgs/index.html At the bottom on the left is a QR code with Write Yur Lawmakers and the UUSJ logo.
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Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice @uusj.bsky.social · 9d
Now is an urgent time to call on our legislators and urge them to side with refugees and the resettlement program that supports them. Our U.S. program should focus on the most at-risk refugees & those already in the established process.

Write your Lawmakers Now:
uusj.salsalabs.org/refugee-goal...
Now is an urgent time to call on our legislators and urge them to side with refugees and the resettlement program that supports them. Our U.S. program should focus on the most at-risk refugees and those already in the established process. Write your Lawmakers Now: https://uusj.salsalabs.org/refugee-goal_pd-2026_sept-2025/index.html
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Rev. Deanna @everrevde.bsky.social · 9d
"...as we recently learned with Zachary Mueller, authoritarian movements require #othering and villains to sustain themselves. We reject this impulse." @uusj.bsky.social
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Dayenu: A Jewish Call to Climate Action @joindayenu.bsky.social · 9d
“Citizens need to take an active role in political decision-making at national, regional and local levels. Only then will it be possible to mitigate the damage done to the environment.”

Pope Leo protecting creation by urging political action!

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In First Address on Climate Change, Pope Leo Signals Continuity With Francis—and Opposition to Trump - Inside Climate News
The pontiff called on people all over the world to demand action on climate from their governments. Right-wing pundits in the U.S. immediately denounced his message as “woke.”
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Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice @uusj.bsky.social · 10d
#NoKings for us! Not on our lands. Not under our skies. Not on our shores. Not in our White House. Never in our country! We reject the Unitary Executive Theory (UET).

Will you show joy on October 18th?
Can you gather with friends to help deflate the incredible hubris?

🔗https://www.nokings.org
A blue textured background at the top is a white crown with a red x behind it. No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings. Saturday, October 18 (White with red line behind writing)
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