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What is America 250: The US Constitution Betrayed the Revolution

Wed, 04/29/2026 - 04:41

The US Constitution Betrayed the Revolution is the fourth video in our America 250: A Revolutionary Perspective series. In 2026 we are being called to celebrate something that didn't happen 250 years ago. 

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Categories: G1. Progressive Green

JOIN CELDF LIVE ON MAY 7TH at 4pm ET! – Discussion on Systemic Racism, Sexism, Culturecide and Genocide from America’s Beginning

Tue, 04/28/2026 - 10:32

A LIVE STREAM Conversation with Keala Kelly (Kānaka Maoli) and Dina Gilio-Whitaker (Colville Confederated Tribes) as part of our America 250: A Revolutionary Perspective series.

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Categories: G1. Progressive Green

Register today for CELDF’s Nonviolent Direct Actions Skills with Lina Blount on May 20th from 7 to 9pm ET

Mon, 04/27/2026 - 09:58

This virtual training session is designed to equip you with the essential tools and strategies of powerful nonviolent direct action. Whether you consider yourself new to taking action or a seasoned action taker with expertise to share, this webinar will deepen your understanding and sharpen your skills.

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Categories: G1. Progressive Green

CELDF’s What is America 250: A Revolutionary Perspective

Mon, 04/27/2026 - 08:43

Welcome to CELDF’s America 250: A Revolutionary Perspective, an ongoing series this year.

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Categories: G1. Progressive Green

Press Release: Earth Destroying Corporations Flood Lane County Election with Dark Money

Mon, 04/27/2026 - 05:41

“We’re sick and tired of a system in which a few wealthy corporations have the legal right to pollute our water, poison our communities, and destroy the climate,” says chief petitioner Michelle Holman, a resident of Lane County who is also part of the watersheds group. “We’re pushing back. We’re ready for the fight."

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Categories: G1. Progressive Green

Radical Visions Reconnecting Academia and Nature: A Community Truth, Reckoning and Right Relationship

Thu, 04/16/2026 - 08:46

We invite you to watch this short “teaser” video of "Radical Visions Reconnecting Academia and Nature: A Community Truth, Reckoning and Right Relationship" from a two-day event in March 2026.

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Categories: G1. Progressive Green

Suggested Reading: Tales From the Inner City

Wed, 04/15/2026 - 11:58

"Tales from the Inner City" by Shaun Tan is a collection of incredibly original stories, rich with feeling, strangely moving, almost numinous.

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Categories: G1. Progressive Green

“Common Sense” Newsletter – April 2026: Reflections on Consulting

Mon, 04/13/2026 - 12:23

Read all about Tish O'Dell's reflections on consulting in CELDF’s monthly newsletter, Common Sense, Collective Action for Right Relationship!

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Categories: G1. Progressive Green

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