Tag: Concord
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Marking a year of war in Ukraine
The Ukrainian National Anthem — written 175 years ago — has a refrain that translates, “We will lay down our soul and body for our freedom.” This is what Ukrainians have been doing for the last year and will continue to do going forward.
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Coffee and Conversations connect constituents to their reps.
by Diane Proctor Holding the newest issue of The Concord Bridge in our hands, with State Representative Simon Cataldo’s picture on the front page and his commentary on page five, ten citizens gathered to hear Cataldo discuss his first busy weeks in office. He’s been attending gatherings and meetings in the State House, and myriad additional events…
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Concord stands up to demand accountability for Jan 6.
Members of Concord Indivisible and its allies gathered on the steps of First Parish Church to remember the January 6 insurrection and renew our commitment to preserve our democracy.
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Concord stands up for women’s rights.
Scores of local residents joined us on a gorgeous fall day to send a clear message: We won’t accept turning back the clock on women’s rights!
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Concord Indivisible celebrates 3+ years with Meet-n-Eat.
On a perfect early fall day, members of the CI community gathered in West Concord for talk and treats.
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Concord stands up for abortion rights.
Approximately 500 residents of Concord and nearby towns took to Monument Square on May 14 to show our determination to protect abortion rights.
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Preserving a Future of Self-Determination
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.
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Concord stands up for Ukraine.
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.
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The times they are a-changin’.
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 —…
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January 6 rally in Concord drew a crowd for democracy.
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…