I hope everyone is doing well. Here are a few items to help you enjoy the end of summer. Start this weekend with the DC Statehood event in Ward 8, continue with the Chuck Brown Day festival, and end the month of August with a peaceful demonstration against hate, as we commemorate another year of the March on Washington by standing together against hate: On August 28th, join us at protest against Trump (we will also hold another protest on Trump Hotel opening day scheduled for September 12th).
Please also visit http://dcireporter.com/dominican-day-parade-2016/ to watch a short video and some photos of this weekend’s Dominican Day Parade n New York City where DC Statehood was present, and embraced by New York City Mayor Di Blasio, and many other supporters.
Be sure to watch a good segment by students about DC Statehood: https://www.facebook.com/yourdctv/videos/1361755203853749/, and don’t forget to also watch this month’s DC Statehood Today Show, now playing on DCTV You can watch the show on-line at: http://www.dc51.us/tvshow. Show highlights include guests Ms. District of Columbia 2016, and former DC Mayor Sharon Pratt.
Be sure to also download a copy of our August DC Statehood Today newsletter at: http://www.dc51.us/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/DCStatehoodTodayNewsletterAugust2016.pdf
I hope you continue to enjoy your summer, and I look forward to seeing some of you at events below.
Thank you.
Franklin Garcia
US Representative (Shadow) for the District of Columbia
1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, C-09
Washington DC 20004
202-727-9110 (Office)
Event: Ward 8 Democrats
Date: Saturday August 20th 2016 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Location: Taxi Cab Commission Hearing Room
2020 Shannon Place SE Washington, D.C.
Can D.C. actually become the 51st state? Join the Ward 8 Democrats for a discussion.
Event: Chuck Brown Day
Date: Saturday August 20th 2016 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: Chuck Brown Memorial
2901 20th Street NE Washington, D.C.
Join us for a community celebration with music, food and fun while celebrating the legacy of Chuck Brown! Performing acts include Chuck Brown band, Secret Society, and more!
Contact: https://www.facebook.com/events/1086478954739609/
Event: The Challenges of Addressing New Immigration Flows in Costa Rica
Date: Monday, August 22nd 2016 3:00pm-5:00pm
Location: The Wilson Center
1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington, D.C. 20004
Join us for a wide-ranging discussion with President Solis on the multiple immigration challenges confronting Costa Rica, their impact on the country’s politics, economy and international relations. The President of Costa Rica is confirmed for this event, and you must RSVP.
Contact: http://www.thedialogue.org/event/the-challenges-of-addressing-new-immigration-flows-in-costa-rica/
Event: 51 Statehood Speakers Bureau
Date: Tuesday August 23rd, 2016 6:00pm
Location: John A. Wilson Building
1350 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington, D.C. 20004 Room G-9
Join us for an initiative to spread the word of D.C. Statehood. Members will be provided training, talking points, and materials to explain the importance of Statehood to every resident in every ward.
Contact: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/51-statehood-speakers-bureau-tickets-27096273684
Event: DC Protests against Trump
Date: Sunday, August 28th 2016, 2:00pm -4:00pm
Location: Trump International Hotel
1100 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington, D.C. 20004
On the anniversary of the March on Washington, join community forces to promote peace and unite against hate: Protest against Donald Trump.
Contact: Deneysha Richard, 843-614-0390, or information@maestropc.com
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