Monthly Archives: September 2017

Film: Backpack Full of Cash – 9/30

This feature-length documentary explores the growing privatization of public schools and the resulting impact on America's most vulnerable children. Filmed in Philadelphia, New Orleans, Nashville and other cities, Backpack Full of Cash takes viewers through the tumultuous 2013-14 school year, exposing the world of corporate-driven education `reform' where public education-starved of resources-hangs in the balance. Tickets $12…
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Petition Drive – 9/16

We need your help to circulate petitions for Senator Harmon and our other Democratic candidates. Stop in at DPOP on Saturday morning at 9:30 to pick up petitions and walk sheets. Or stop by DPOP on Friday or Saturday to pick up petitions to take to block parties, local sporting events, or other activities where people will be…
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Concert Across America – 9/24

On Sunday, September 24, the 2nd annual Concert Across America To End Gun Violence will be held at Wire, 6815 W. Roosevelt Road, Berwyn, IL.  Net proceeds from this year's local Concert Across America will be donated to BUILD CHICAGO, an organization providing services and programs in our Austin community, and greater Chicago area to…
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