Blackout Spending at Large Corporations Black Voters Matter , among other organizations, are urging people to avoid buying from major corporations between Thanksgiving and December 5th. SURJ  is recommending you boycott Home Depot, Target, and Amazon during this period. They recommend that you redirect spending instead to Black-owned and community-rooted small businesses. Sign this Petition and Consider Opting out of Spotify Spotify has been airing ICE recruitment ads using i

Practice Self-Care & Engage in Things that Bring You Joy Whether you do this alone, with friends and family, or community, it's important to take a break to reset and refill your energy reserves. Seek out connection and community. Here are some events to help support your well being during this time: NAMI mental health support group Roots & Resonance Workshop Series Community of Practice Grief Circle Native Art Market at the Duwamish Longhouse Watch to Learn 5 Ways to Fight

Attend a No Kings Protest on October 18 We shared this in our last newsletter but wanted to remind you of the second No Kings protest taking place this Saturday, October 18th from 12:00-2:00pm throughout the country including in Seattle at the International Foundation, Seattle Center. No Kings is organized by Indivisible  and over 140 partners . Visit the No Kings website  to find your nearest protest. Join Pramila Jayapal's Immigration Justice Lab Training Common Power is ho