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Statement from the Leadership Council following the 2024 general election

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DSA logo and "Statement on the 2024 General Election"

In the wake of the 2024 general election, many of us are feeling despair, grief, and anger over the results, especially at the national level. We had terrible options—between a wannabe fascist dictator and a neoliberal genocidaire in the Oval Office, neither outcome would be desirable for the working class in the United States. Unfortunately, the worst of all choices came to fruition. With the Senate, House, and SCOTUS also… Read More

Our Endorsements for the November 2024 General Election

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DSA San Diego’s endorsements require the approval of our membership body. Electoral candidates must seek our endorsement and complete our Endorsement Questionnaire. We see endorsements as more than simply support, but a commitment by our members to organize for candidates and ballot measures that align strongly with our values as socialists, and ultimately to help them win. Our members are actively campaigning or coordinating as volunteers with these campaigns to… Read More

DSA San Diego Passes Resolution “For a Democratic Constitution”

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image of the U.S. Constitution and the words "For a Democratic Constitution"

Inspired by DSA Cleveland’s resolution, “Winning the Battle for Democracy,” DSA San Diego adopted the following resolution on July 28, 2024: Whereas, the United States is run by and for the capitalist class, and this class rule takes the specific form of the liberal-constitutional regime outlined in the Constitution; and, Whereas, the Constitution was originally imposed undemocratically by an alliance of slave owners, bankers, merchants, and landlords to secure their… Read More

DSA San Diego Passes Anti-Zionist Resolution

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The word "Zionism" in a dripping font with a red "no" sign overtop.

We are pleased to announce that, at our chapter-wide General Assembly in April, members of our chapter overwhelmingly voted in support of a resolution that reinforces DSA San Diego as an anti-Zionist organization both in principle and in practice. The adopted resolution explicitly defines anti-Zionist expectations for both our membership and endorsed candidates. As a result of this resolution, we expect our members to commit to anti-Zionist practices and policies,… Read More

We can do better than SDG&E

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SDG&E: $10.8 million total CEO compensation in 2020; $936 million PROFITS in 2023

DSA San Diego has endorsed Power San Diego, a ballot measure to move the City of San Diego to its own municipal electric utility. https://youtu.be/Rzd3CNcapXk The measure is currently gathering signatures to qualify for the November 2024 ballot. DSA members are helping gather signatures, including at some of the events you can find on the Power San Diego Events Calendar. The signature gathering has a deadline of May 7th, so sign… Read More

2024 Primary Election Voter Guide

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DSA San Diego's 2024 Primary Election Voter Guide

Once again, we find ourselves in an election season, and once again, our Electoral Working Group has sprung into action to weigh in.  We’re tasked collectively to grapple with the political realities of San Diego. We’ve seen a slow shift from a primarily Republican-run city to a primarily centrist Democrat-run city. Many of the races are handpicked (or uncontested) by a Democratic establishment that favors a status quo that has… Read More

In Memoriam: Herbert Shore, 1939-2024

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Herbert Shore, November 18, 1939 – February 12, 2024

DSA San Diego sadly shares the news of the passing of Herbert Shore, one of the co-founders of our chapter and a former member of DSA’s National Political Committee. Herb was 83 and is survived by his wife, Virginia Franco. Members and friends are invited to participate in a memorial event celebrating Herb’s inspiring life on March 23, from 1 - 3 pm in Old Town.  Barra Barra (map) Serrano… Read More

Member Meetup: Democracy Social Discussion Group

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Join us for our monthly discussion groups about democracy.

Is the United States a democracy? What steps could we make today to improve democracy here? What will potential roadblocks be, and how do we overcome them to achieve a society that works for instead of against the working class? Join the Education Committee’s Democracy Social Discussion Group for a series of informal discussions about democracy.  Schedule Our discussion group sessions will be held both in-person and on Zoom on… Read More

Stop the evictions and discrimination against New Roots farmers in City Heights

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New Roots farmers at risk of eviction

New Roots farmers are fighting illegal evictions by the City Heights Community Development Corporation (CH-CDC), a local nonprofit. New Roots was established in 2008 by International Rescue Committee as a farm for the immigrant and refugee population in San Diego. This farm was run well until 2018 when it was transferred to CH-CDC. Since then rents and water bills have skyrocketed, while service from CH-CDC has been non-responsive. A group… Read More

Join the discussion: Giving and receiving constructive criticism

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Join us for a discussion about handling constructive criticism.

Criticism is a necessary component of revolutionary change. But how can we effectively criticize ourselves and the institutions we want to improve? Join the Education Committee for our upcoming book club series, where we will discuss the book Constructive Criticism: A Handbook by Vicki Legion. This book takes a look at the goals of criticism and outlines a practical approach. The book is available in PDF or you may purchase… Read More