The No Kings rally was thrilling and beautiful!
More than 7 million citizens rose up at more than 2,700 events in every state to say: America has no kings, and the power belongs to the people. In Salem, Indivisible organizers and other volunteers did an amazing job mobilizing and safely managing the massive throng that turned out for our No Kings Rally.
At the 350 Salem OR table, volunteers chatted with passersby over the roar of the crowd and honking cars. They also showcased Bill McKibben’s new book on renewable energy, Here Comes the Sun, along with books on the connection between climate chaos and migration. Many rally participants were right on trend, costumed as frogs, unicorns, dinosaurs or bananas, dancing and prancing along the sidewalk.
Now, our task is to stay vigilant, stay united, and continue to push back.
The Elephant in the Room radio show explores how citizens can say NO to the Coffin Butte landfill.
350 Salem’s radio program, The Elephant in the Room, explores the environmental impacts of the Coffin Butte landfill as host Tom Ellis interviews Ken Ecklund, former chair of Benton County’s Solid Waste Advisory Committee and Mason Levitt, from Beyond Toxics. Learn about the environmental impacts of methane gas emissions, hazards from leachate, regular impacts on neighbors of the landfill, and the public process to engage residents in decision-making.
Learn about legislation backed by 350 Salem that will require better monitoring and mitigation of the Coffin Butte landfill.
Enjoy some outdoor fun with Salem Bike Vision!
Want to help the environment? Ditch your car and join the Salem Bicycle Club! The group sponsors multiple rides every week. Check out their schedule at Events – Salem Bicycle Club.
In addition, Super Casual Bike Ride meets every Saturday at the bottom of the Soap Box Derby Hill at 11 a.m. with wheels down at 11:30. The latest info on all Super Casual Bike Rides can be found on their Instagram page.
Looking ahead …
Dear friends, we are looking at a difficult and uncertain future in our country. So many people are in danger and so much that we cherish is at risk. At the same time, we see an outpouring of resolve to protect our Earth and everything we hold dear. We at 350 Salem OR are in this struggle for the long haul, continuing to act for climate justice and looking for opportunities to act in solidarity with others who hold fast to the hope for a healthy, just, inclusive and compassionate world. Join us!
“Fifty years from now people will likely look back on this era through the lens of having seen catastrophic climate changes that we cannot even imagine. Our legacy will depend on the level of moral courage we display in this difficult challenge.”
— 350 Salem OR Co-coordinator Phil Carver