From Civil Rights to Voting Rights
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr and to answer the call to service by President- elect Barack Obama, Jew United for Justice invites all citizens to join together for DC voting rights in Congress.
Dr. King went to to jail 40 years ago so all Americans would have the right to vote. Here in DC, the nations capitol, the citizens have no voting representation in Congress. We are on the cusp of winning our full rights, and need you to help.
After a quick training, you will be put into a team to gather postcards signed by Americans from all over DC who are visiting for the inauguration. Its a fun activity that serves a serious problem and addresses the root cause of inequality in DC.
Sign up to attend online! http://www.usaservice.org/page/event/detail/dayofservicejanuary19/4vfb2
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