Tag: Concord

  • Concord stands up for abortion rights.

    Concord stands up for abortion rights.

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    Approximately 500 residents of Concord and nearby towns took to Monument Square on May 14 to show our determination to protect abortion rights.

  • Preserving a Future of Self-Determination

    Preserving a Future of Self-Determination

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    In 1944 my parents escaped Soviet Stalinist rule in Ukraine and came to the United States. Today another dictator is invading again. It is a privilege to stand united with Ukraine against Russia’s invasion in Monument square, Concord, the cradle of American liberty.

  • Concord stands up for Ukraine.

    Concord stands up for Ukraine.

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    More than 200 residents of Concord and nearby towns took to Monument Square on February 27 to support Ukraine in its desperate fight against Vladimir Putin’s illegal and unprovoked invasion.

  • The times they are a-changin’.

    The times they are a-changin’.

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    A call to action for an historic moment of crisis Also changing: the times when we could tune out the news, focus on our own lives, and leave politics to other people. The future of American democracy — and critical issues of equity, health care, human rights, and the sustainability of life on Earth —…

  • January 6 rally in Concord drew a crowd for democracy.

    January 6 rally in Concord drew a crowd for democracy.

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    On Thursday, January 6, over 200 folks gathered on Monument Square in Concord to celebrate democracy. Unfettered by protestors, heartened by enthusiasts, serenaded by Brad Hubbard-Nelson’s trumpet solos and Bob Lawson’s playlist, we heard three powerful speakers: Professor Danielle Allen, Senator Jamie Eldridge, and keynote speaker Senator Michael Barrett. A coalition of good will—First Parish…

  • Concord shows up for democracy

    Concord shows up for democracy

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    The monsoon rains paused for our July 10 rally in Monument Square in support of the For the People Act. Speakers included Deb Paul of the Indivisible Mass Coalition, CI’s Phil Villers, Carol Rose, executive director of the ACLU of Massachusetts, Vivian Tseng of Indivisible Acton Area, Kevin Peterson of the New Democracy Project, Rev.…

  • Vigil for Daunte Wright

    Vigil for Daunte Wright

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    Daunte Wright was 20 years old.He was a son, grandson, brother, uncle, and father. He loved playing video games, was passionate about basketball, and had big dreams for his future. To his friends he was a warm, generous, and funny guy — the life of the party. Please join us Sunday, April 18 at 5pm…

  • Concord stands for democracy

    Concord stands for democracy

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    On a perfect autumn day, 150 people gathered at Old North Bridge with clear messages: count every vote; respect the results; support democracy. It felt good to stand in person (if distanced) with the community that we’ve experienced virtually for months. As we worry about the many fellow citizens willing to vote for Trump even…

  • Concord has a role to play in achieving concord.

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    Preserving democracy is more important than any individual candidate. We must call on our collective reserves and remember, individually, why we each cherish fairness and democracy. We must rally our better angels. Concordians can collectively establish concord, and make this world safe for democracy once again.

  • We must answer the call.

    We must answer the call.

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    On Sunday, about 200 people from the greater Concord area gathered in Monument Square so out-of-town MAGA demonstrators would not have an open field for their lies and hate. It was painful to experience their vitriol, but we stood our sacred ground, in solidarity, as a community committed to the values of truth, inclusion, justice,…