Community Organizer • Social Justice Educator • Leadership Coach • Food Lover. @AAMProgressives & @AAAJ_Chicago Board Member —— opinions are mine
Chicago, IL
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Mark Anthony Florido retweeted
In just 2 years (2019-2021), at least 178 people who called 911 were killed by the responding cops, according to WaPo. The killing of Sonya Massey, a 36 yr old Black woman, is the latest horror demonstrating why police are the antithesis to safety. Policing must be dismantled.
ALT A mural painting on a wall of Sonya Massey, along with spray painted text that reads "Say Her Name, Sonya Massey!"
Mark Anthony Florido retweeted
first words Sonya Massey said at her front door were “don’t hurt me”
she was told “why would we hurt you, you called us”
when have those words meant anything when your black and woman in this country
when do those words protect you from not being murdered in your kitchen, in your bedroom, with your babies, or on your lawn
what is “reassurance”, in this place ?
rest in power Sonya Massey, and an abundance of love and power to Sonya’s family on this journey
Mark Anthony Florido retweeted
there’s a big difference between a couch nap and a bed nap. a couch nap is where you take a subtle little jaunt through your subconscious. a bed nap is where you succumb to the darkness much like an old sign getting engulfed by the bark of a tree
Mark Anthony Florido retweeted
Have you RSVPed to our AAMP It Up Summer Social & Fundraiser? It’s 2 days away!
Do it now: bit.ly/aampsummer23
We are so excited to share the awesome work that AAMP is doing across the Midwest and what we have in store for the future!
#AAMPItUp
Mark Anthony Florido retweeted
🚨 We’re less than a week away! 🚨
We are so excited to see everyone at our AAMP It Up Summer Social & Fundraiser. Make sure you RSVP now: bit.ly/aampsummer23
Get excited for some community, some drinks, and Filipino food courtesy of Kubo Chicago!
#AAMPItUp
Mark Anthony Florido retweeted
🎟️ Did you get your tickets yet? 🎟️
We wanted to give a 📣Big Shoutout 📣 to our Champion Hosts & Host Committee for supporting our AAMP Up The Power Summer Social & Fundraiser!
RSVP or become a host here: bit.ly/aampsummer23
Mark Anthony Florido retweeted
Join us on Thursday, September 7th from 6-8pm at Kubo Chicago for a night of celebration and power building.
Get Your Tickets: bit.ly/aampsummer23
Suggested donation. Light dinner and one free drink ticket per attendee will be provided.
#AAMPItUp
Mark Anthony Florido retweeted
As organizations committed to supporting immigrants and refugees and centering the needs of our most vulnerable community members, we strongly support the move to convert the Broadway Armory into a temporary shelter for recently arrived asylum-seekers. #ImmigrantsWelcome
Mark Anthony Florido retweeted
BREAKING: SEGA of America workers have voted to unionize 91-26, forming the first multi-departmental video game union in U.S. history.
vice.com/en/article/z3m39a/s…
Mark Anthony Florido retweeted
My name is Delia Ramirez, and I’m a progressive Democrat who was recently elected as the first Latina Congresswoman from the Midwest–and I’m only 35 followers away from 25,000! Will you follow me and retweet this so I can reach even more new supporters?
Mark Anthony Florido retweeted
Before you begin your thinkpiece, the Supreme Court DID NOT strike down Affirmative Action
Admission preferences for legacies, donors, employee families and special recommendations are still allowed
The Court struck down Affirmative Action For everyone except WHITE PEOPLE
Mark Anthony Florido retweeted
BREAKING: The U.S. Supreme Court rules colleges and universities must stop considering race in admissions, putting an end to affirmative action in higher education. apne.ws/IPmvUPv
Mark Anthony Florido retweeted
Please meet our newest siblings, Museum of Science & Industry Workers United (MSIWU/AFSCME)!
Mark Anthony Florido retweeted
PITCHES WANTED: @BlockClubCHI is looking for Pride Month stories based in Chicago!
Think:
🌈 Feature on Chicago LGBTQ-owned business.
🌈 Looking back on a piece of lesser-known local LGBTQ history.
🌈 Highlighting an advocate/group/nonprofit that uplifts LGBTQ Chicagoans.
etc.
Mark Anthony Florido retweeted
We can’t wait to work alongside @Brandon4Chicago who’s committed to fully funding public schools, addressing the root causes of violence, passing Treatment Not Trauma, expanding affordable housing, and investing in all the other vital resources our communities need to thrive.
Mark Anthony Florido retweeted
Uptown’s Drink Happy Thoughts, which has new ownership, is welcoming neighbors with creative lattes. buff.ly/40LbnPx
Mark Anthony Florido retweeted
It’s Election Day in Chicago again! Vote now at your assigned precinct polling place or one of 51 vote centers today until 7:00pm! To find your voter info, go to: chicagoelections.gov/en/your… 🗳️
Mark Anthony Florido retweeted
"Paul Vallas’ Trail of School Privatization" in @Slate and @TheTRiiBE by @jimdaleywrites slate.com/news-and-politics/…