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Cynthia Kaufman

@cynthiakaufman.bsky.social
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I am the Director of the Vasconcellos Institute for Democracy in Action at De Anza College. I write on social change and the climate crisis. My work can be found at cynthiakaufman.net.

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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Good Voter guide from Courage California: progressivevotersguide.com/california/2...
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Courage California Voter Guide
With Courage we can make sure our democracy works for ALL Californians
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Participated in this action today. At at 22 overpasses in the bay we exposed Fed Ex's shipping of killer cargo through OAK! lnkd.in/gsxk89RB
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
I'll be speaking at Oakland Tech Week on stopping Data Centers!
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
I'll be doing a talk in San Jose on Solidarity Economics Oct 3 9:00 AM.
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
I just wrote a @theactionnetwork.bsky.social letter: No Data Centers in Oakland!. Write one here: actionnetwork.org/letters/no-d...
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No Data Centers in Oakland!
Councilmember Carroll Fife is introducing a data center moratorium resolution to the City of Oakland. On Tuesday, September 22 the resolution will go to the Life Enrichment Committee--then it may be v...
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
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Building Power this Election Season: Combatting Big Oil, Big Tech, and the Buyout of Our Democracy
Are you worried about the tech and fossil fuel industry giants trying to buy out our political system? Fossil fuel giants have historically been huge funders in elections and politics at both the sta...
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Please attend a webinar on Data Centers and Democracy put on by Fossil Free California and others!
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
Some very sad news to share, David Granado, a beloved former VIDA intern has died. Please help his mother with medical expenses. Heartbreaking. lnkd.in/gvG82Pd7
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
I just donated to provide solar power to a maternity hospital in Cuba. Heartbreaking how hard things are in Cuba right now. medicc.networkforgood.com
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Help MEDICC Put U.S.-Cuba Cooperation to Work for Our Health
Support cooperation that brings better health to our communities, our children, our planet and our future…see below for more. MEDICC is committed to making cooperation the watchword for global health,...
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
I just wrote a @theactionnetwork.bsky.social letter: Tell Congress: Vote YES on the Lebanon War Powers Resolution!. Write one here: actionnetwork.org/letters/tell...
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Tell Congress: Vote YES on the Lebanon War Powers Resolution!
5,000 people dead. 1.2 million displaced. And your tax dollars and military are directly involved in this war. Israel's invasion of Lebanon has killed more than 5,000 people, displaced over 1.2 milli...
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
My piece on why vote for Steyer even though... www.commondreams.org/opinion/tom-...
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In California, Vote Against the Forces Destroying Democracy | Common Dreams
Tom Steyer, despite being a billionaire himself, is dedicated to protecting our democracy from the forces that are working overtime to undermine it. The same cannot be said of the other candidates in ...
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
A great piece on fossil fueled fascism. The industry is funding the ultra right to try to stay relevant.
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
I just wrote a @theactionnetwork.bsky.social letter: Tell CA state legislators: Oppose SB 1387. Write one here: actionnetwork.org/letters/tell...
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Tell CA state legislators: Oppose SB 1387.
SB 1387 is a dangerous bill that would require state government agencies to classify “Jewish” as an ethnicity. All protections against discrimination afforded by California law already apply to Jews a...
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Close a $4 billion corporate loophole, what a great idea!
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
My new piece in Common Dreams: The Future of Democracy Requires an End to Fossil-Fueled Fascism www.commondreams.org/opinion/foss...
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The Future of Democracy Requires an End to Fossil-Fueled Fascism | Common Dreams
The fossil fuel industry is aligning itself with fascist forces to remain profitable. To survive, it is prepared to take the whole planet, as well as liberal democracy, down with it.
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
The Future of Democracy Requires an End to Fossil-Fueled Fascism www.commondreams.org/opinion/foss...
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The Future of Democracy Requires an End to Fossil-Fueled Fascism | Common Dreams
The fossil fuel industry is aligning itself with fascist forces to remain profitable. To survive, it is prepared to take the whole planet, as well as liberal democracy, down with it.
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
The story behind the automated decision making that led to the school girls' deaths. Theil and Maven are important parts. www.theguardian.com/news/2026/ma...
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AI got the blame for the Iran school bombing. The truth is far more worrying
LLMs-gone-rogue dominated coverage, but had nothing to do with the targeting. Instead, it was choices made by human beings, over many years, that gave us this atrocity
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Stand.earth @stand.earth · 05/03/2026
BREAKING: One of the world’s largest real estate corporations, Cushman & Wakefield, is risking its workers’ retirement funds by investing in climate-risky funds. We’re highlighting a groundbreaking lawsuit to hold the company accountable in court. #GreenSky
Background photo of a gavel, with dramatic lighting. Red text box with “BREAKING: Real estate corporation Cushman & Wakefield is risking its workers' retirement funds by investing in climate-risky funds. We're highlighting a groundbreaking class action lawsuit to hold the company accountable in court.” “A worker filed a precedent-setting lawsuit against one of the world's largest real estate corporations, alleging Cushman & Wakefield's retirement plan managers breached their duties by failing to protect workers' savings from climate-related financial risks.” Arrow icon pointing right in top right corner. Stand.earth logo in bottom right corner.Background photo of an investment graph. Red text box with “Retirement funds are deferred wages & long-term security that workers rely on. Retirement plans aren't abstract financial products; they're deferred wages, long-term security, and a reflection of how employers care for their people in uncertain times. When these critical savings are invested in underperforming fossil fuel companies and climate exposed real estate, employees shoulder risks they never knowingly agreed to.” Arrow icon pointing right in top right corner.Background photo of stock investment graph. Gray text box with “The Kvek vs. Cushman & Wakefield class action lawsuit in U.S. District Court Western District of Washington, is the first-ever legal challenge on 401(k) managers for ignoring climate financial risk, alleging that such oversight violates their fiduciary duties. We are supportive of this lawsuit and have been working for several decades to educate and activate both public and private sector workers about risks to their pensions and retirement funds.” Arrow icon pointing right in top right corner.Background photo of a flaring oil refinery. Red text box with “It's not just Cushman & Wakefield. Instead of safeguarding its workers' futures, companies across the United States are funneling retirement savings into risky funds packed with underperforming fossil fuel companies or high-risk businesses like real estate, that can be severely damaged by the impacts of climate change-fueled extreme weather. No matter who you are or how you vote, your retirement should be secure, and this new landmark lawsuit is arguing just that. Retirement savings should be managed to protect working people, not to bankroll polluters or enrich billionaires.” Arrow icon pointing right in top right corner.
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
Click to email congress: demanding they pass the War Powers Resolutions to block war on Iran. We must prevent further devastation to Iranians and people across the region. actionnetwork.org/letters/tell...
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Tell Congress: No War On Iran.
The US and Israel have launched military attacks and a regime change war against Iran. Act now: tell Congress to pass War Powers Resolutions to block war on Iran. We must prevent further devastati...
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Ro Khanna @rokhanna.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
The DOJ is covering up 3 FBI interviews of a woman who alleged Trump sexually assaulted her as a child. @lawrenceodonnell.bsky.social and I discuss the facts. youtu.be/LzM9qEjJqpg
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The DOJ is covering up 3 FBI interviews of a woman who alleged Trump SA her as a child.
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
In one month I am retiring after 34 amazing years at De Anza College. Please come to my retirement party: California History Center, March 18, 4-7. No need to bring anything. Please share this invitation!
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
Representative Ro Khanna will announce his returning of campaign contributions from Palantir as well as his 10-point plan to dismantle ICE. The press conference will take place tomorrow, Saturday, February 21 at 9:00 a.m. at the Mexican Heritage Plaza, 1700 Alum Rock Avenue, San Jose.
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Ro Khanna @rokhanna.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
Young people who are in AI-exposed jobs have a 16% drop in employment. @sanders.senate.gov and I are at Stanford today laying out how the AI revolution can work for the working-class not just tech billionaires: youtube.com/watch?v=Wx18...
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
My amazing former student Guillermo is in ICE detention. Join a protest Friday to get him released
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
The US government is subjecting the Cuban people to collective punishment. Donate to send material aid: act.progressive.international/flotilla/
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Nuestra América Flotilla
We are sailing to Cuba, bringing critical humanitarian aid for its people.
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
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Affordability, Authoritarianism, and the Climate Crisis: The Fight in California | Common Dreams
​There are real challenges that must be addressed to transition to a clean energy economy while maintaining affordability. And there are difficulties that are intentionally caused by the fossil fuel i...
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
So excited: 10 years of advocacy by the Amah Mutson Band and allies, ended with protection of sacred land near Gilroy! www.kazu.org/kazu-news/20...
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
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BILLY BRAGG - CITY OF HEROES
YouTube video by Billy Bragg
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
ICE out of the Bay Feb 6 7:00 am 220 Vineyard Court Morgan Hill
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
Please come to my Book Launch Party for Solidarity Economics: Building Sustainable Social Relations. Wednesday, February 4 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Local Economy 6028 College Ave, Oakland, CA 94618, USAOakland, California luma.com/zo8f87i5
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Book Release: Solidarity Economics · Luma
Organizers all around the world are working to build ways of managing resources that serve human and ecological needs. But how can these projects be more than…
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Ro Khanna @rokhanna.bsky.social · 10/01/2026
This is a detailed account of what I saw. www.kqed.org/news/1206922...
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South Bay Rep. Ro Khanna ‘Horrified’ After Visit to California City ICE Detention Center | KQED
The Trump administration is holding a record number of people in immigration jails — 69,000 as of December 2025.
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 26/12/2025
Its actually pretty easy to seitch music apps www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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Everyone loves music but nobody loves music apps. It’s time to leave Spotify | First Dog on the Moon
Capitalism ruins everything
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 22/12/2025
My 30 seconds of fame on Fox Local asking for an Oakland Arms Embargo www.instagram.com/reel/DSkuSqV...
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PYM Bay Area on Instagram: "📺Oakland People’s Arms Embargo is making waves — see a snippet of our protest and public comment at the Port Authority on Thursday, urging them to stop Oakland’s killer car...
Oakland residents are protesting the Port Authority's decision to allow military cargo shipments to Israel, arguing that it goes against the community's values and principles. The group is urging the ...
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
Keep the University of California from the Trump Administration's political control. Join with UC Unbowed to tell President James Milliken, the UC Regents, and Gov. Newsom to protect UC's academic freedom and independence from the federal government. alumni.standforcampusfreedom.org/petitions/un...
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University of California: Reject the federal government's political control
The Trump Administration is trying to place the University of California under political control. Join with UC Unbowed to tell President James Milliken, the UC Regents, and Gov. Newsom to protect UC's...
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 07/12/2025
Can someone great on social media please do a daily posting of how many minutes he sleeps in public each day? youtu.be/MiFjWMhF5Ss?...
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Velshi: Don’t let them normalize this Trump habit
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
Solidarity Economics: Building Sustainable Social Relations Organizers all around the world are working to build ways of managing resources that serve human and ecological needs. But how can these projects be more than small islands of solidarity and sustainability surrounded by oceans of…
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Solidarity Economics: Building Sustainable Social Relations
Organizers all around the world are working to build ways of managing resources that serve human and ecological needs. But how can these projects be more than small islands of solidarity and sustainability surrounded by oceans of domination and environmental destruction? Solidarity Economics: Building Sustainable Social Relations lays out the landscape of these projects aimed at building a bette…
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
I just cancelled Spotify and moved to Tidal. You can transfer all your music with Tunely...was easy and tell them why! Stop supporting the ICE brownshirts. indivisible.org/statements/i...
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Indivisible Announces Campaign to Cancel Spotify Streaming Services Over ICE Recruitment Ads
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
I'll be speaking at a climate art event in San Jose Oct. 18 2:30:
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 28/09/2025
I'll be on KPFA's Law and Disorder Monday at 8:30 to talk about Alameda County's Ethical Investment Policy for Jewish Voice for Peace! kpfa.org/program/law-...
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
Denounce the betrayal of academic freedom rootsaction.org/remove-uc-pr...
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Remove UC’s President from Office. Stop the Violation of Academic Freedom and Free Speech Principles.
We urge the University of California Board of Regents to remove the current UC president and replace him with a leader willing to defend academic freedom instead of betraying it.
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
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Donate to Support Free Speech: Reinstate Dr Tom Alter Now!, organized by Kim Gasper-Rabuck
IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU COULD SHARE THIS ON YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA! … Kim Gasper-Rabuck needs your support for Support Free Speech: Reinstate Dr Tom Alter Now!
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Ro Khanna @rokhanna.bsky.social · 01/08/2025
Someone leaked our effort to try to sabotage it. Sad. It won't work. Recognizing a Palestinian state is an idea whose time has come. The response of my colleagues has been overwhelming. We will build support and release prior to the UN convening. jewishinsider.com/2025/07/ro-k...
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Rep. Khanna, progressives push for U.S. recognition of Palestinian state
A letter signed by prominent House progressives said such a state ‘will need to fully recognize Israel’ and guarantee ‘the disarmament of and relinquishing of power by Hamas’
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 31/07/2025
Check out my latest in Common Dreams www.commondreams.org/opinion/weap...
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Jewish Safety and the Weaponization of Antisemitism | Common Dreams
Jews are made safer by working with others for a world that works for everyone. Jewish safety must be grounded in calls for collective liberation, not defense of a murderous regime.
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 31/07/2025
Jewish Safety and the Weaponization of Antisemitism This is a very strange time to be Jewish. There is much talk about a rise in antisemitism, but all around me I see people doing things in the name of protecting Jews—such as dismissing criticism of Israel as antisemitic—that are likely to make us…
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Jewish Safety and the Weaponization of Antisemitism
This is a very strange time to be Jewish. There is much talk about a rise in antisemitism, but all around me I see people doing things in the name of protecting Jews—such as dismissing criticism of Israel as antisemitic—that are likely to make us less rather than more safe in this world. The very notion of Jewish safety has been weaponized by people who are objectively enemies of the Jewish people.
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 28/07/2025
Fossil Free California is building Grassroots and Union power to take political power from Fossil Fuel Industry. You're invited to a fun and delicious fundraiser in Berkeley. Hope to see you there! actionnetwork.org/ticketed_eve...
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Coming Together for Climate Action: FFCA's Fundraising Celebration
Join us for an inspiring evening in support of fossil fuel divestment, featuring: Kim Stanley Robinson – FFCA Champion & acclaimed science fiction author Elise Joshi – Young Trailblazer & climate ac...
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
SVYCA Youth Climate Summit: August 9!
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 12/07/2025
I will be doing a workshop o getting involved with Climate Action Sunday 7/13 3:30 at the SF Public Library: sfpl.org/events/2025/...
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Workshop: Finding Your Place in the Climate Justice Movement | San Francisco Public Library
You probably know about the major troubles of climate change: rising global temperatures, biodiversity loss, ecosystem degradation, and the negative impact to the livelihoods of many people around the...
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
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Wednesday, July 23rd - Mass Action at Wells Fargo’s Global HQ
No bank has bent to the knee to Trump as dramatically as Wells Fargo. Wells Fargo… the only bank to have dropped its climate commitments funds Palantir, a company that works with ICE to target ...
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Cynthia Kaufman @cynthiakaufman.bsky.social · 29/06/2025
I'll be showing up at Tuesday 7:00 am at ICE 393 Blossom Hill Rd. San Jose to help protect my student, Guillermo. Bring your signs, your friends, your voice. Let’s surround Guillermo with the same power and love he’s given to his and our communities.
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