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abril 7, 2021 | Local Issues

Yes, Tax the Mines: Nevadan Lives Depend on It

Since the founding of Nevada, the mines have capitalized, giving back little in reparations to the people of the state they exploit. They prey on the land with little regard to the impact on Indigenous communities and the environment, stuffing their pockets while public services go underfunded
abril 5, 2021 | Artículo

We Defeat Fascism with Black and Indigenous Liberation

This country is a settler-colonial state — an ongoing, over 400-year project focused on subjugating Black and Indigenous people as a means to extract profit. The only way forward is to dismantle the racist, imperialist police state.
marzo 28, 2021 | Educación Política

Lessons from Ten Years of Syrian Revolution

Ten years ago this month, the Syrian Revolution began. The wildfire of the Arab Spring spread across the region in 2011, embers igniting from Tunisia to Egypt. Then, in a local schoolyard, graffiti appeared: “you’re next, Bashar.” That was the first sign that the wildfire had reached Syria.
marzo 22, 2021 | Comunicado de Prensa

En Dolor y Solidaridad con la comunidad AAPI

El capítulo de Las Vegas de los Socialistas Democráticos de América lamenta las vidas de ocho personas, incluyendo seis mujeres asiáticas que fueron asesinadas la noche del martes en Georgia.
marzo 8, 2021 | In the News

In the News: Entire Staff of Nevada Democratic Party Quits After Democratic Socialist Slate Won Every Seat

The battle between insurgent progressives in Nevada and the Harry Reid machine began building in 2016.
marzo 6, 2021 | Events

How Socialists Can Help Indigenous Power-Building Right Now

Join Las Vegas DSA’s Racial Justice Committee to learn how socialists can get involved in building Indigenous empowerment. Special guest Teresa Melendez, Vice Chair of the Nevada Statewide Native American Caucus, will go over priorities for this legislative session and key action items. Q&A will follow the presentation.
marzo 4, 2021 | In the News

In The News: Vegas Is An Amazing Place For Progressives

Buoyed by Bernie’s big 2020 caucus win, Nevada progressives hope to win control of the Democratic Party’s state leadership this weekend.
marzo 3, 2021 | Comunicado de Prensa

Las Vegas DSA Condemns CCSD’s Rush to Reopen Schools / DSA de Las Vegas condena la prisa de CCSD por reabrir escuelas

LVDSA and members from CCEA Democratic Left Caucus condemn the reopening procedures in Clark County schools.
febrero 19, 2021 | Local Issues

Las Vegas DSA Endorses the Progressive Slate

Las Vegas DSA has voted unanimously to endorse the Progressive Slate for the upcoming NV Dems officer elections. Controlling the party leadership in Nevada is crucial to our ability to build power, win future elections, and achieve future policy goals.
febrero 13, 2021 | Artículo, Educación Política

Valentine’s Day, Every Day: A Socialist Perspective

As socialists, we aim to create a world conducive to the love of dreamers and romantics–one where love is reimagined as a collective practice throughout our society. We can embody this collective love, each and every day, by struggling for the radical new world where love is everywhere.
febrero 4, 2021 | Resources

How to Prevent & Fight Eviction / Cómo Luchar Contra un Desalojo

This is a guide for fighting evictions for non-payment of rent in Las Vegas. / Esta es una guia para luchar contra los desalojos por falta de pago de renta en Las Vegas.