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Statement of Solidarity with the People of Palestine & Call for an Immediate Ceasefire in Gaza

“The Palestinian cause is not a cause for Palestinians only, but a cause for every revolutionary, wherever he is, as a cause of the exploited and oppressed masses in our era.” Will the words of the Palestinian freedom fighter and writer Ghassan Kanafani reverberate coldly across the hollowed-out rubble of Gaza’s razed streets?
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Marxism 101 Coming Soon!

***ACCESSIBILITY INFO BELOW*** As we live through a pandemic, economic crisis, and widespread rebellion, do you want to learn more about how Marxist conceptions of historical change, political struggle, and liberation relate to the most pressing issues of our day? Over 150 years ago philosopher, economist, and activist Karl Marx’s work and thought on the root causes of these same issues went on to change history, with his ideas driving some of the most momentous political struggles in the last century against capitalism, racism, and imperialism.
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CPE is hiring!

CPE is looking for a new co-director, as Isaac Ontiveros has transitioned out of his position. While we’ll miss the insight, skill, and analysis that Isaac has brought to the position during the past couple years, we’re excited to bring someone on to continue CPE’s work and contribute new energy and perspective.
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We Need a Media Intern

GOT MEDIA SKILLS? CPE is looking for a media intern to help us document and promote our programming. We are looking for someone with an interest in social change, political education, and media-making. This is what we need help with: Video documenting CPE programming Livestreaming CPE programming Photo documenting CPE programming Editing and uploading video/images to CPE social media platforms Helping to coordinate others to document CPE programming Contributing to the production of CPE’s podcast You don’t need to be pro, but having at least some equipment, skills, and excitement for this type of work would be helpful.
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People Get Ready II Pre-Registration Now Closed.

Pre-registration for the People Get Ready 2 conference is now closed. Didn’t pre-register? No problem. We still hope you’ll attend the conference. On site registration will open at 11am in the lobby of Dwinelle Hall on Sunday, January 20. See you there.
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