Ancestors

Written by Sam Van Horne, Ph.D. on 2025-01-14 at 13:42

Went to my city council meeting to speak against an ordinance that would criminalize unhoused people camping on city property and enable law enforcement to fine them and dispose of their belongings. I was the only citizen there to speak and I did my best. The measure did not pass. The city solicitor--who wanted it to pass!--commented to me that I had changed some councillors' minds.

So if you think your voice won't matter in your local politics, go and speak up! I

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Written by Joe Cardillo (they/them) on 2025-01-14 at 21:00

@DataAngler Thank you for doing that – they passed a similar law here in Albuquerque, dozens spoke against but sadly it proceeded anyway...

I'm sad/upset but it illustrates how consistently showing up matters...there will be more attempts to scapegoat people instead of solving the root causes, and there will be more moments to push back, so we need to practice being collective and showing up when/where we can.

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Written by Sam Van Horne, Ph.D. on 2025-01-14 at 21:06

@joecardillo Sorry to hear this, but so many cities are passing these and it can feel like a losing battle.

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