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Quick recap This was the 259th Green Grassroots Emergency Election Protection Coalition Zoom call, focusing on current issues including the war in Iran, ICE activities in Minnesota, and election protection efforts. The meeting began with reports from Hedy Tripp and Jonathan Kent about ongoing ICE operations in Minneapolis, where agents have gone underground but continue targeting communities through tactics like posing as community members. Joel Rubin, former Assistant Secretary of State under Obama, provided analysis of the Iran conflict, explaining how Trump's decision to attack Iran may be connected to domestic political issues including the Epstein scandal. The discussion then shifted to election protection, with Andrea Miller sharing details about voter suppression efforts in Virginia and encouraging phone banking to support redistricting. The latter part of the meeting featured Dr. Paul Heroux presenting research linking electromagnetic fields from power systems and telecommunications to diabetes, explaining how electromagnetic radiation can interfere with metabolic processes and drug effectiveness. The call concluded with plans to discuss nuclear power issues, including the potential revival of the Palisades nuclear plant in Michigan. Next steps myla: Send David a letter and/or proposition for the Great American Write-In of Orange County this coming Saturday myla: Email and text Harvey the link to the Zoom call (already in progress, but explicitly mentioned) Mike/Team: Connect David (or have him put his email in the chat) to receive the letter/prop from myla Sunny/Andrea/Team: Revisit and update the usgrassroots.org election protection website for 2026, including review of usable content and planning a campaign for November election protection Andrea/Team: Recruit and organize phone banking for Virginia redistricting, with training every Tuesday and Thursday, and provide information to voters Camilla: Post the link to the "Spring Clean Your Wireless" initiative and 704 No More in the chat Sunny/Andrea/Ray Lutz/Ray McClendon: Devote next week's meeting to a deep dive on election protection, including website review and campaign planning Anna Georgie/Clamshell Alliance/Partners: Send out call to 465 groups and people to make the connection between No Kings, No Nukes, and No War for March 28th actions Kevin Kamps: Share contact information and links for further information and support (already done in chat, but requested by Sunny) All interested: Participate in March 28th No Kings/No Nukes/No War actions and help make the connection publicly Sunny/Team: Post the link to Anna's article/memo about linking No Kings and No Nukes (if available) Sunny/Andrea/Ray Lutz/Ray McClendon: Have a full session next week on election security, including deep dive on Dominion/Liberty Vote issues Summary Minneapolis ICE Activities Community Update The meeting focused on updates and discussions about ongoing issues, particularly in Minneapolis regarding ICE activities and community responses. Hedy Tripp and Jonathan Kent reported from Minneapolis, describing recent protests, the presence of ICE patrols, and the continued impact on local communities, including schools. The group discussed the presence of law enforcement, including park police and sheriff's deputies, and the use of drones for surveillance. There was also mention of potential future guests, including Nikima Levy Armstrong, a local civil rights advocate. The meeting emphasized the need for continued vigilance and community solidarity in the face of ongoing challenges. Surveillance and U.S.-Iran Relations Update Jonathan reported on changes in surveillance tactics in the Twin Cities, noting that while overt operations have decreased due to legal challenges, agents have become more strategic by hiring from within communities. Joel Rubin provided an analysis of U.S.-Iran relations, explaining how the current conflict evolved from the Obama administration's nuclear deal with Iran, through Trump's withdrawal from the agreement and military actions, to the recent Israeli strikes on Iranian targets. Joel highlighted the humanitarian concerns and lack of clear end-state strategy following the military actions. Trump's Iran Attack Strategy Discussion Joel and Sunny discussed the timing and potential motivations behind Trump's decision to attack Iran, particularly in light of recent domestic issues and the potential influence of the Epstein case. Joel expressed skepticism about the popularity of the war and questioned whether it aligns with U.S. national security strategy, noting that the Middle East was not a priority in recent national security documents. They also touched on the challenges of addressing Iran's nuclear capabilities, including the enriched uranium that remains in the country and the potential risks involved in retrieving it. The conversation concluded with a brief exchange about pre-existing plans and international dynamics surrounding the conflict. Iran Missile Strike Discussion The group discussed the recent missile strike that killed schoolgirls in Iran, with Joel suggesting the target may have been outdated due to an nearby IRGC facility and expressing hope for a thorough investigation. Melissa Bird, a congressional candidate from Oregon, criticized the lack of rules of engagement in the conflict, arguing that Secretary Hegseth's removal of such rules would maximize civilian casualties. She also highlighted concerns about veterans' services and AIPAC's influence on congressional decisions. The discussion concluded with Melissa confirming that ICE will not be establishing a facility in Newport, Oregon. ICE Prevention and Election Strategies The group discussed efforts to prevent ICE from establishing facilities in Oregon, with Melissa reporting successful community pushback against proposed hotel accommodations. Lynn raised concerns about military indoctrination processes and described connections between U.S. and Israeli interests. The discussion then focused on election protection strategies for the upcoming November 26th election, with plans to update and revitalize the existing usgrassroots.org website to address potential voter disenfranchisement efforts, particularly affecting women and rural voters. The group also discussed recent developments regarding the Voting Rights Act and gerrymandering, noting that Republican attempts to manipulate district boundaries may be limited in their effectiveness. Political Discussion and Redistricting Sunny and Andrea discussed political topics, including potential presidential candidates and election-related issues. Andrea addressed Ruth's question about Trump's proposed SAVE Act, explaining that it would likely not pass constitutional muster due to federalism principles and states' control over election administration. The conversation then shifted to Virginia's redistricting efforts, where Andrea presented slides about the counter-campaign against proposed redistricting changes, highlighting the hypocrisy of opponents who claim the changes would silence Black voters while opposing the teaching of Black history in schools. Virginia Redistricting Vote Discussion Andrea discussed an upcoming Virginia redistricting vote on April 21st, where voters will decide whether to approve a new redistricting commission similar to California's system. She highlighted concerns about an opposing campaign led by a white person in Williamsburg that she felt was misusing Black history. The discussion included information about phone banking opportunities through the Center for Common Ground, with 45 days of early voting and 470,000 phone numbers in the database. The conversation then shifted to Anna's article connecting the No Kings Day (March 28th) with the No Nukes movement, particularly in relation to the 47th anniversary of the Three Mile Island accident. Diabetes and Electromagnetic Fields Research Dr. Paul Heroux presented research connecting type 2 diabetes with electromagnetic fields from power systems and telecommunications, explaining how non-thermal radiation can interfere with human metabolism and potentially affect the efficacy of medications like metformin. He described how electromagnetic fields can act as agonists of metformin, influencing electron traffic in the oxidative phosphorylation pathway and potentially impacting millions of people with diabetes, whether they take metformin or not. The discussion highlighted concerns about the proliferation of electromagnetic fields without adequate health studies and suggested reaching out to medical associations to raise awareness about this potential risk. Electromagnetic Frequencies and Diabetes Link Paul discussed the potential link between electromagnetic frequencies and diabetes rates, citing historical data on power consumption and diabetes trends in the United States following the 1973-1974 oil embargo. He explained that both low-frequency and radio-frequency electromagnetic radiation can have detrimental metabolic effects, including inhibiting mitochondria and affecting insulin binding. Paul suggested that mitigation strategies are possible for both electrical networks and radio frequency radiation, though significant changes would be needed in personal habits and industry practices to address the issue effectively. EMF Health Effects Discussion The meeting focused on the health effects of electromagnetic fields (EMF) and their potential links to conditions like diabetes. Dr. Paul Heroux explained how EMF exposure, particularly affecting the hippocampus, could impact memory and intellectual performance, especially in school settings where children are exposed to Wi-Fi. Camilla highlighted the need for action against expanding EMF exposure, mentioning the 704 No More initiative and a new "Spring Clean Your Wireless" checklist to help reduce personal exposure. The discussion also touched on international differences in EMF safety standa

Green Power and Wellness - 3-5-26  GREEP Zoom #258 opens with a report from HEDY TRIPP on the ICE attacks in MN.   She’s followed by JONATHAN KENT’s report on Sunday’s demonstration for freedom at the  Whipple Center in Minneapolis.   We hear MYLA RESON’s report on the tragic de facto murder of the Rohinga refugee Neuril Amin Hashem Raham in Buffalo.     From the great HEATHER BOOTH we hear inspirational calls to organized actions moving from “protest to power” through the Battleground Alliance and “Know Your Neighbor.”   We’re also joined by the legendary writer/activist FRANCIS FOX PIVEN.   And by LA-based SUSIE SHANNON, hero of the homeless throughout America.    And  MAYOR HEIDI of Waldport, Oregon, reinstate & now facing recall from the MAGA right.   From MIKE HERSH we hear kudos for our great guests and his powerhouse role at PDA.     From DR. RUTH STRAUSS we’re warned about Trump using troops to crush the 2026 election.   Congressional candidate HARTZELL GRAY gets us energized to protect our democracy.   Election Protection expert RAY LUTZ warns about Trump confiscating ballots & much more, urging incremental backups for all ballots.     For our media discussion we start with Roots Action’s JEFF COHEN warning that we’re in “the stratosphere” of mega-media corporate consolidation, which we must fight with the Clayton Anti-Trust Act and much more.     From alternate media expert KEN WACHSBERGER we conjure our great history of the Underground Press/Liberation News Service and other Earth-shaking radical journalists who must re-emerge through the internet.   From legendary media veteran DAVID SALTMAN starts with the departure of Mary Walsh from CBS News and carries us through the disaster of Trump’s Orwellian attack on global media.   From western Michigan, investigative reporter ROGER RAPOPORT breaks the story of the dangerously defective Palisades nuke reactor as reported in the Detroit Free Press with massive global impact.   From DIANE D’ARRIGO of the Nuclear Information & Resource Service warns us that Three Mile Island and Duane Arnold in Iowa are also being primed for re-starts, which will never happen.     NO NUKES....SEE YOU IN SOLARTOPIA.... 1 deleted message in this conversation. View message or delete forever.

Quick recap The meeting focused on two major topics: voting rights and nuclear power. The discussion began with concerns about ICE's presence at polling places and the SAVE Act, which would require proof of citizenship for voter registration. The group then explored the dangers of reopening aging nuclear power plants, particularly Palisades in Michigan, where Holtec International faces significant challenges in meeting safety standards and documentation requirements. The conversation highlighted how both Democratic and Republican leaders are supporting nuclear power despite its cost and safety issues, with Trump personally taking control of nuclear regulations. The conversation ended with concerns about California's Democratic Party platform, which removed environmental protections and nuclear power restrictions, and the need for a renewed focus on solar and wind energy over nuclear power. Next steps Hedy Tripp: Persuade Minneapolis training organizers to consider putting their in-person ICE resistance training sessions on the internet (e.g., Zoom, Instagram) for broader access, as requested by Sunny. Andrea Miller: Share the link to the Virginia redistricting presentation in the chat and host the presentation on Thursday night as announced. Ellen Slavick: Put the link to the "Atomic Dragons by Swans" art exhibition at Pitzer College in the chat (confirmed done during meeting). Vina Colley: Connect with Ellen Slavick (and her husband) regarding radiation exposure assessment work and share relevant links or information as requested. Dorothy Reik and Susie Shannon: Reach out to the new Environmental Caucus chair (Sam) to educate him on the facts about nuclear energy and work to reintroduce anti-nuclear language into the California Democratic Party platform. Roger Rapoport, Susan Shapiro, Karl Grossman, and Sunny: Collaborate on writing and publicizing the findings about Holtec/Palisades and the lack of documentation, targeting both public education and the financial/investor community. Team: Organize and promote participation in the No King's Day march (March 28th) and link nuclear safety concerns to Donald Trump's role in nuclear regulation for public education. Team: Attempt to contact Joe Rogan (and/or Stuart Brand) to engage in public discussion/debate on nuclear issues, as suggested by David Saltman. Vina Colley: Work with Veterans for Peace, Chris Busby, and Paul Mobley to develop and share materials calculating radiation exposure for affected communities. Team: Revisit and discuss Don Mosier's research on low-dose radiation and breast cancer in a future meeting, as suggested by Myla. Karl Grossman: Publish and distribute the article on New York's nuclear push and the climate change misinformation to national outlets after Long Island distribution. Team: Focus public education efforts on the true emissions and climate impact of nuclear energy, as highlighted by Susan Shapiro and Karl Grossman. Summary Team Meeting and Event Planning The meeting began with greetings and technical adjustments, including addressing audio issues for Myla. Gree-Gree and Harvey discussed editing a video, which caused some frustration. The group briefly touched on current events, such as the Texas gubernatorial race and a power outage at a nuclear plant in Delaware. Hedy shared her experience attending a conference in Southern California. As the conversation ended, participants prepared for an upcoming event, with Sunny and others discussing logistics and welcoming attendees. Election and Nuclear Power Concerns The meeting focused on two main topics: election protection and nuclear power issues. The group discussed concerns about ICE presence at polling stations in 2026 and Trump's efforts to eliminate voting by mail. They also addressed the situation in Minneapolis, where Hedy Tripp reported on weekly rallies and a planned week-long training session for resistance activities. The second hour of the meeting will cover nuclear power issues, including the restart of the reactor at Three Mile Island and the Palisades nuclear plant situation. Vote-by-Mail and ICE Election Impact Melissa Bird, a candidate for Congress in Oregon's 4th Congressional District, discussed concerns about vote-by-mail processes and the potential impact of ICE presence on elections. She emphasized the importance of early voting and ensuring ballots are sent directly to county election offices due to changes in postal rules and the presence of ICE in Oregon. Andrea Miller, an expert on voting in the Southeast, expressed concerns about the reliability of vote-by-mail systems and recommended in-person early voting where possible. Melissa also announced endorsements from Progressive Victory and the Working Families Party of Oregon, adding to her growing support. SAVE Act Senate Passage Uncertainty Andrea discussed the passage of the SAVE Act in the House and its challenges in the Senate, highlighting concerns about proof of citizenship requirements for voter registration, which disproportionately affect women, rural residents, and people in poverty. Melissa emphasized the bill's impact on marginalized communities and criticized it as an overreach of federal authority in managing elections. Sunny inquired about the likelihood of the bill passing the Senate, and Andrea noted the uncertainty but expressed skepticism about Democrats supporting it, given potential legal challenges and opposition from both Democratic and Republican states. ICE's Impact on Voting Rights The meeting focused on discussions about ICE's presence in various states and its potential impact on voting rights. Participants expressed concerns about ICE's role in communities, particularly in low-income and minority areas, and discussed legislative efforts to restrict ICE activities. The group also touched on recent FBI raids on voting centers in Georgia and the need for stronger enforcement mechanisms to protect voting rights. Paul Johnson raised concerns about government subsidies for AI farms, and the conversation ended with a brief discussion about voting issues in California and the need for effective pushback against voter suppression efforts. Election Integrity and Voting Rights The group discussed voting rights and election integrity, with Lynn Feinerman sharing progress in Marin County where the county executive has removed ICE cooperation funding from the budget. Susie Shannon emphasized that once voters are prevented from casting their ballot on Election Day, there is no remedy for individual voters, while Paul Newman highlighted the need to address private prisons and their role in the criminal justice system. The conversation ended with Andrea Miller announcing her upcoming discussion on Virginia redistricting and warning about new election legislation that would require proof of citizenship and residence for voting. Voter Rights and Energy Concerns The group discussed voter suppression efforts and the importance of protecting and turning out the vote in upcoming elections. They highlighted the need for on-the-ground solutions to combat voter intimidation and the challenges faced by certain demographics in accessing polling places. The conversation then shifted to energy issues, including the transition to sodium-based batteries and the dangers of Donald Trump's regulation of nuclear power plants. The conversation ended with a brief mention of an upcoming art exhibit at Pitzer College. Palisades Nuclear Plant Restart Challenges The meeting focused on the challenges and risks associated with the Palisades nuclear plant in Michigan, which has been shut down due to safety and economic issues. Roger Rapoport explained that Holtec International, the plant's owner, has faced significant delays and financial challenges in attempting to restart the plant, with estimated costs of up to $1.25 billion for repairs and further delays of up to five years. The discussion highlighted broader concerns about the nuclear industry, including the lack of economic rationale for nuclear power compared to renewables, the safety risks associated with nuclear plants, and the influence of political leaders and the energy industry in promoting nuclear energy despite these challenges. The group also discussed similar issues at other nuclear plants, such as Indian Point in New York, and emphasized the need for independent regulation and transparency in the nuclear industry. Exploring Solar vs Nuclear Energy The group discussed nuclear power policies, with Susie Shannon explaining that the California Democratic Party's platform was weakened by removing protections for underserved communities and environmental measures, including nuclear energy safety provisions. They explored the possibility of shifting focus to solar energy as a more viable alternative to nuclear power, noting that solar technology has become significantly more cost-effective than nuclear. Ellen Slavick shared information about her husband's work on a UN radiation study that concluded there is no safe threshold for nuclear exposure, and mentioned an upcoming art exhibition at Pitzer College featuring work by seven women artists related to nuclear issues. Nuclear Safety and Regulatory Concerns The group discussed concerns about nuclear power plants, including inadequate record-keeping, missing welding documents, and the risks of accidents. They highlighted the need to address these issues, with David suggesting buying shares in companies like Holtec to influence decisions. The conversation also touched on the lack of regulation under Trump's administration and the potential for accidents, with Karl noting that extending the life of old plants is "asking for a catastrophe." The group agreed that they are now in "25th Amendment territory" due to these risks and the need to convince policymakers to change course. Nuclear Industry's Public Perception The group discussed the nuclear industry's financial viability and public per

IS ICE A “GESTAPO”? The Latest from MN, OR etc. ——————————————— WILL TRUMP’S BALLROOM BE A HOMELESS SHELTER? The Great Internet Housing Transition —————————————————————— HERR MUSK GOES TO SOLAR CELLS: What’s it Really Mean? ——————————————————————— NUKE NIGHTMARE AT PALISADES Is This Atomic End? ———————————————————————— BAD BUNNY, GREEN DAY & TRUMP THE LION KING --------------------------------------------------------------- Always find us at: https://grassrootsep.org/upcoming-zoom

REPORTS FROM MN, OR, GA; US REP RO KHANNA; DEEP DIVE INTO PALISADES NUKE To start GREEP Zoom #255 we visit with HEDY TRIPP in St. Cloud, followed by her own state rep. From DR. MELISSA BIRD we get the latest news from Oregon’s anti-ICE resistance. Radio host LYNN FEINERMAN tells us that ICE is assaulting our democracy 24/7. Co-convenor MIKE HERSH introduces us to the great progressive US REP RO KHANNA (D-CA). Rep. Khanna pledges to help stop funding ICE while also phasing out the Diablo Canyon nukes & lower rates in CA. From Atlanta RAY MCCLENDON reports on the FBI raid against the election facility in Georgia. Congressional candidate DR. MELISSA BIRD asks Rep. Khanna to consider Indigenous rights against the ICE attack. MN State Senator ARIC PUTNAM, Chair of the Ag Committee reports ICE attacks against the East African community. With her brother kidnapped, MN resident MA ELENA GUTIERREZ reports on ICE’s gestapo tactics first hand. From STEVE CARUSO we hear a report on the illegal intervention of spy chief Tulsi Gabbert. Co-convenor MYLA RESON reminds us that Donald Trump personally called into the FBI raid against the raid against GA elections. IN THE SECOND GREEP HOUR, WE ARE JOINED BY FOUR GREAT EXPERTS FOR AN HISTORIC DIVE INTO THE PROPOSAL TO RE-OPEN THE PALISADES, MICHIGAN, ATOMIC POWER REACTOR. This hugely consequential team includes investigative reporter ROGER RAPOPORT, Nuclear engineer ARNIE GUNDERSEN, renowned journalist KARL GROSSMAN and PAUL GUNTER from Beyond Nuclear. Legendary nuclear safety campaigner RAY LUTZ adds expert opinion on the critically vital Palisades steam generators. From MICHELLE ANONYMOUS we hear serious         questions about the failed nuke waste dump at Yucca Mountain. KPFK Chair TATANKA BRICCA reminds us that renewable energy is far transcending fossil/nuke fuels. From Cleveland we hear from Connie Klein about the atomic reactors in Ohio. Meanwhile, subscribe to our YouTube channel!!!! No Nukes!!!]

REP GRIJALVA WITH REPORTS FROM AZ, OR, MN, NC & FROM UKRAINE’S LETHAL NUKES Our Greep Zoom #254 opens with a first-person report from MYLA RESON on the beating of Mr. James, who’s since disappeared, to which she emphasizes the need to shut the Palo Verde atomic reactors. Our esteemed US Representative ADELITA GRIJALVA updates us on the latest developments in the US Congress. From DR. MELISSA BIRD we get an on-the-scene report from the streets of Oregon. The great former Charlotte Mayor JENNIFER ROBERTS gives us a mind-bending view of the ICE attacks in North Carolina, and thanks the country as “it’s the people who’re going to safe us." From HEDY TRIPP in St. Cloud tells us that the resistance in MN is holding strong and that she is facing personal danger of the first magnitude. .From MICKIE LEADER we get an exhortation to study our history’s Underground Railroad for saving oppressed citizens. Media mogul DAVID SALTMAN wonders why the government would shut in the middle of this crisis & why our Amendments—2, 4, 9 and others—are being ignored. Solar owner PAUL NEWMAN demands the Democrats obstruct the Republican coup. Outspoken autistic activist CARLY FEIN demands more activism from good people under fire. From NICOLE UNG we hear that two people have been blinded by ICE & a third can thankfully still see. Commentator DONALD SMITH warns that Democrats are saying not to fight the immigration issues. Then, from Ukraine, we spent an hour with DENYS PILAH and OLEH SAVYTSKYL in Kiev. With the Green Party’s HOWIE HAWKINS, we dig deep into the horrifying nightmare of Putin’s fascist attack. Our erstwhile engineer STEVE CARUSO underscores Russia’s ultimate weakness. Co-convenor TATANKA BRICCA underscores Russia’s threat to the Arctic, and to the Earth, while we wish Ukraine…and Minnesota…the most powerful solidarity possible. .

Election Follow-up, Hosts Mike Hersh, Myla Reson & Mimi German, Jennie Gage w/ Chris Volpe (Ohio Senate Race), Virginia, Georgia w/Andrea Miller & Ray McClendon, Erasing Veterans Medical Debt

JIMMY KIMMEL BECOMES PRESIDENT!!!  SOLARTOPIA IN UKRAINE?  WELCOME EMPATHY FROM A MAGA MAVEN. We open the 239th GREEP zoom with our Laureate MIMI KENNEDY & her usual beautiful poem. An update on the struggle for democracy is Waldport, Oregon keeps us going as we await MAYOR HEIDI to triumph over the MAGA reactionaries. Green Party stalwart HOWIE HAWKINS updates us on the nuclear insanity coming from Putin’s Russia as they try to crush both the Earth & Ukraine. From MICKI LEADER we hear a shocking warning of impending election theft in New York State. From DOROTHY REIK we get an attack against the FCC in favor of free speech, even endorsing Ted Cruz in favor of the First Amendment as she reminds us of the power of Comedy Central. Telecommunications insider DAVID SALTMAN gives us the scoop on Disney’s Bob Eiger & the “conspiracy theory” the he set up the whole Kimmel debacle to up the network’s ratings. Our wonderful co-host MYLA RESON recommends the Meidas Touch but reminds us they would not host Jessica Denson’s critique of the 2024 election. Our resident DR. NANCY NIPARKO discusses the astounding empathy and “Christianity" displayed by Erika Kirk in forgiving the assassination of her husband vs. the “Hate” displayed by Trump. From HEIDI VIERTHALER we get a passionate plea for legal protection for Kirk’s assassin, and a scenario for a green-powered Earth. A fifty-year plan for conversion to renewables comes from TATANKA BRICCA with a report on the role of fossil fuels in the Russia-Ukraine energy war. Co-convenor MIKE HERSH thanks Heidi for reaching out to climate skeptics, with advice for building the Climate movement in a true Turning Point moment, We will, of course, pick this all up next week.  NO NUKES!!!.

We start with our Laureate MIMI GERMAN’s usual brilliant poetry.   We hear from the dis-incarnated Jeffrey Epstein about his money laundering with Donald Trump & V. Putin.   We further discuss the nitty gritty of the Second Amendment and the perils of gun ownership with the great DOROTHY REIK.   We here from former Mormon BRENT MILLER.   Our co-convenor MIKE HERSH introduces the great JENNIE GAGE and her post-Mormon Denim Revolution.   From Jennie we hear a fascinating account of how she broke away from her fundamentalist past.   We later hear from JONATHAN BEARD about the idea of progressives moving to Red States to organize & shift the Electoral College.   From Green Party Presidential candidate HOWIE HAWKINS who discusses the Trump-Putin alliance.   Howie then introduces SVITLANA ROMANKO who explains from Ukraine the hellish conditions in which green activists are trying to shift the nation from fossil/nulear fuel addiction to clean, green wind and solar.   From MICKEY LEADER we get questions about geothermal energy & its possible role in rebuilding Ukraine.   California solar activist PAUL NEWMAN asks (in Ukrainian) about the role of hydro-power in the war zone.   Safe energy advocate HEIDI VERTHALLER lauds the campaigning of Germany’s Petra Kelly & elicits a comparison to Svitlana.   Nationally-renowned health research JOE MANGANO discusses the need to do a national study of the health impacts of atomic radiation from nuclear reactors.   Our erstwhile engineer STEVE CARUSO asks about the role of Exxon-Mobil in supporting oil/gas exploration with Morgan-Stanley & Putin.   The great KARL GROSSMAN then discusses Trump’s utter decimation of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission & any semblance of actual safety guarantees at US reactors.

Compassion & Empathy versus Heartless Fascism;  Our Resident Doctors Weigh in on Trump’s Health…& the Public's We begin GREEP Zoom #237 with the latest heart-felt poem from our Laureate, MIMI GERMAN. With a clarion call for action activist/professor CHUCK PENACCIO warns us that “fascism is here” & demands our mass movement for democracy & peace. Radio broadcaster LYNNE FEINERMAN mourns the murder of Yitzhak Rabin & the rise of fascism in Israel. Co-Convenor MIKE HERSH updates us on the history of the West’s mixed relationship with fascism, including the rise of Spain’s dictator Franco. Diving deep into the horrors of “Christian Fascism” is ANDRA WATKINS, who grew up in an extreme right-wing anti-empathy home. From ALEX WILLIAMS we get a warning that the concept of “God” continues to be used to unite angry people around very “UnChristian” fascism. The State unifying with Religion is illustrated by DONALD SMITH is portrayed through the grim visage of Stephen Miller, a “fascist Jew.” Jesus was a man of empathy, says CARRIE LARSON, meaning the “Christian Nationalist” movement has little to do with Christ. From the great DR. NANCY NIPARKO we hear of the plethora of studies of vaccines & the realities of autistic studies & the root of empathy in understanding that nobody is all bad. From DR. RUTH STRAUSS we get a devastating description of what can happen to the human brain due to measles, a preventable disease. Our co-convenor MYLA RESON asks Dr. Ruth to comment on whether Trump is suffering from congestive heart failure…saying instead it’s venus insufficiency. From HEIDI VERTHALLER  we get a request to reach out to Epstein survivors to join us at a future date. Our engineer STEVE CARUSO tells us that eating meat is worse than smoking cigarettes, even though the latter helped kill Franklin Roosevelt. Anti-nuclear super-hero KARL GROSSMAN tells us of the brilliant “Atomic Bill…” play, written by Libbe Halevy, now opening at Wilmington College in Ohio. KPFK Board Chair TATANKA BRICCA announces a great upcoming event in Santa Cruz with legendary visionaries we need to hear.  Next week we’ll investigate the green energy movement in Ukraine and much much more.  See you then!!!

FIVE EASY PIECES TO SAFEGUARD DEMOCRACY, EMPATHY & THEIR ROOTS IN THE 9TH AMENDMENT For GREEP Zoom #236, our beloved Poet Laureate MIMI GERMAN opens with her usual brilliant verse from “Where Grasses Bend." We commemorate the passing of the great RICHARD LEE who founded Oaksterdam University, devoted to the cultivation of cannabis / marijuana & its immeasurable power. We then get updated by "America’s Mayor” HEIDI LAMPERT about the battle for democracy in Waldport, Oregon, the Mayberry of the deep west coast. Long-time activist MICKI LEADER shares her concerns about whether the 2026 election will be cancelled. From radio host LYNN FEINERMAN we hear charges about so-called “Christians” who so deeply love to trash the preachings of the actual Christ. Grassroots campaigner DOROTHY REIK warns that people with no human feelings are taking over the world with the view that the non-rich are a “burden.” Legendary journalist DAVID SALTMAN tells of a network cohort who received a kidney from an anonymous donor whom he then honored with a legendary poem. Our great friend JULIE LEVINE, who moved from lush, liberal Topanga to a MAGA stronghold in the Sequoia Forest, gives us a report about compassion and empathy in the deep right. From deepest Arizona and the heart of how elections must be conducted, JOHN BRAKEY and KEN BENNETT brief us on the five core foundational pillars we must have to protect our democracy. As John Bolton is being raided by the Trump Gestapo, STEVE CARUSO reminds us that Bolton was part of the Brooks Brothers Mob that killed the S. Florida vote count in Bush v Gore 2000. Co-Host MIKE HERSH honors John Brakey’s powerful crusade to preserve the possibility of a fair, reliable outcome in 2026. Now faced with National Guard invasions of states that don’t want them, and with forcible Gerrymandering ordered by a US President, ATTORNEY SAM SALTMAN takes us through the 9th & 10th Amendments. In a lively dialogue, we hear still more from Steve Caruso, Dorothy Reik, ALEX WILLIAMS and others. From BETTY KISSILOVE we hear about the fight over Natural Rights. From CARMEN RODRIGUEZ we dig deeper into America’s spiritual roots, Christian or otherwise. We will return after Labor Day, on September 8, to revisit empathy, compassion, election protection, clean energy & the inevitable light at the end of the seemingly bottomless Trump Tunnel.

AMERICA’S MAYOR, LONG ISLAND’S NUKE ESCAPE, &   JOURNALISTIC NITTY-GRITTY FROM UKRAINE     Our esteemed Laureate MIMI GERMAN opens proceedings with another of her great poems.   We follow with the high-road low-down from America’s Mayor, HEIDI LAMPERT, of Waldport, Oregon’s raging no-MAGA battlefield.   We are reminded that while in Alaska, DONALD TRUMP was told by VLADIMIR PUTIN to get rid of mailed-in ballots—& thus democracy---which Trump immediately began to demand.   Lifetime activist DIANE CAMERON celebrates a 10:1 victory over Maryland’s Highway From Hell in a monumental triumph from the hard-core grassroots.   From Long Island the legendary KARL GROSSMAN tells us how safe energy activists defeated up to ten insane atomic reactors, a victory for the ages.   Co-convenor MYLA RESON reminds us that NY politician Andrew Cuomo has direct investments in Nano-Nuclear’s latest multi-million-dollar doomed-to-fail scam operation.   From engineer STEVE CARUSO we get a warning that the Russians control at least 25% of the world’s uranium resources, right up Trump’s radioactive alley.   From the great VINNIE DE STEFANO we get the latest down-under news from the freed (but not pardoned) and still very active Julian Assange.   Co-convenor TATANKA BRICCA reports that the freed (but not pardoned) Leonard Peltier is also thriving at home, this time in the Dakotas.   One of the great veterans of the Golden Days of broadcast journalism, DAVID SALTMAN, spellbinds us with tales of top-level Trump-Putin style lunacy at its best.   Our erstwhile DONALD SMITH corrects the assertion that all 4000+ transactions attributed to Epstein-Trump, saying they were in fact with a broader customer base.   We ask the question of the age:  is Ukraine the new Sudetenland?  Time will soon tell.   We also note that the Texas Democrats have caved to Trump’s demand for Trump-style gerrymandering.   We are reminded by MYLA RESON that we all need to join the GREEP You-Tube and grassrootsep.org websites.   From southern Ohio we’re invited to contemplate a major no nukes gathering at the Holiday Inn in Portsmouth.  See you there!.   As you prepare for that,  we will see you ALL at next week’s zoom!  no nukes!!!  sluggo

ELECTION PROTECTION & THE INSANITY OF A NUKE CORPSE RESTART     We start with MIMI GERMAN and her laureate poem, as always.   Then we hear from “America’s Mayor” HEIDI LAMPERT of the latest miasma from Waldport, Oregon.   Legendary democracy activist JOHN BRAKEY tells us of his anti-democracy arrest in Las Vegas.   Former Arizona state Senate president & Secretary of State KEN BENNETT gives us the 5-point program to guarantee American rights.   Gerrymandering expert MIKE HERSH gives us a report on the latest assault on our right to representative government.   Legendary activist MARION EDEY chimes in with support from John & Ken, and a call for a memorial service for the late great BOB ALVAREZ.   We then turn to the legendary nuclear guru ARNIE GUNDERSEN who fills us in on the sorry state of collusion at the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.   From western Michigan we get deep reportage from the great ROGER RAPOPORT on the insane attempt to re-start the Palisades reactor.   From southern Ohio VINA COLLEY gives us the latest nightmare at the Piketon uranium nightmare.     From GRETA MALAISE we hear of the gutting of New York’s farmer’s markets.   Our beloved DR. NANCY NIPARKO reminds us of the movement for a guaranteed income.       As the Trump drama deepens, we will return next week with more reports on democracy’s threatened—but not definite---demise.

HIROSHIMA @80; TEXAS GOES NUTS; SYDNEY WHAT’S HER NAME; DEFUNDING CPB/NPR/PBS Our fabulous Poet Laureate MIMI GERMAN gives us her usual transcendent poem. Singaporean native HEDY TRIPP talks of her father suffering through Japan’s Gulag & her decades of powerful No Nukes work ever since. Noted film reviewer ED RAMPELL tells us of the powerful documentary “Atomic People” and its devastating impact on our view of the nuclear Bombings. Radio host LYNN FEINERMAN questions the military calculations behind dropping those Bombs at all. Network maven DAVID SALTMAN chimes in on the shocking availability of radioactive materials…& does a deep dive on the state of the modern news media. All the above is followed by “America’s Mayor” HEIDI LAMPERT updates her battles for democracy in Waldport, Oregon. Legendary co-host MIKE HERSH warns of the toxic power of the Big/Dark Money warping our elections. Our erstwhile engineer STEVE CARUSO sticks it to both Columbia University & CBS for their lack of spine in standing up to dictatorship. From Columbus, Ohio, we hear SANDY BOLZENIUS say she’s actually optimistic about the power of the people to fight back for democracy! Lifelong activist MYLA RESON attacks the infamous Powell Memorandum that applauded the idea of Big Money taking over our political system. The League of Conservation Voters founder MARION EADEY calls for private funding of NPR & PBS to balance the fascism of the corporate media. Renowned anti-corporate organizer KAI NEWKIRK from stopmoneyaz.org outlines Arizona’s campaign to preserve Baron-free democracy. From Texas we have ALICE EMBREE filling us in on the latest outrage by the Lone Star Governor in his blitzkrieg against legislative democracy. Our frequent go-conspirator NICOLE UNG asks a pertinent question about uranium. And we will gather again next week to parse the latest chaos index defining the Age of Trump. 

THE EPSTEIN ORIGIN STORY, GERRYMANDERING, AMERICA’S MAYOR & NUCLEAR CATASTROPHE We start with “America’s Mayor,” HEIDI LAMPERT of Waldport, Oregon. We then meet the dastardly Jeffrey Epstein as presented by the great DR. BOB FITRAKIS, who broke the first stories about Epstein's financial roots in Central Ohio. Long-time activist JOHN STEINER raises the specter of gerrymandering and how we must fight it. KPFA mainstay DON GOLDMACHER raises the issue of re-districting California to match the gerrymandering in Texas and other warped “rotten boroughs.". “Policy is the answer” says HEIDI V as she conjures a movement to defeat fascism. From Texas we hear ALICE EMBREE fill in many of the blanks the Lone Star fight over the manipulation of who will control the US House. Long-time writer/activist THORNE DREYER founder of “The Rag” in Houston & Austin’s best left radio station shows us his great new “Notes from the Underground.” Energy expert KEVIN KAMPS confirms that the South Texas Nuke Plant did freeze in the big Lodestar Storm, resulting in dozens of deaths. The details of the Texas energy fiasco during the Big Freeze are supplied by MYLA RESON. We remember the great DAN HIRSCH who powerfully and effectively fought nukes through his whole life & has sadly just passed on. From Michigan we get from ROGER RAPOPORT the inside scoop on the insane proposed restart of the Palisades atomic reactor, versus a self-financed green transition. From southern Ohio we hear from VINA COLLEY about the killing power of uranium enrichment.

EV PARNAS & THE TRUMP INSANITY; The incredible LEV PARNAS tells us an astonishing story of the dark money & deep betrayal that is Donald Trump.   Born in Ukraine, Lev was raised in the mobbed-up corners of Brooklyn, leading to the unlikely depths of the Trump miasma.   As the star of “From Russia with Lev” by Rachel Maddow, Lev answers some of the most critical questions of Trump’s pending demise.   In this is an unforgettable insider hour; Lev gives us unique, powerful insights into the seismic Trumpian madness now shaking our world. Solartopia co-host MYLA RESON introduces Donald & William Barr into this rogue’s gallery of global embarrassment.   Progressive PR maven ILENE PROCTOR tells us about Ghislaine Maxwell and more.   Alabama Doctor RUTH STRAUSS argues that the “Apprentice” movies goes too easy on Trump.   Long-time activist HEIDI VERTHAILER chimes in.   Co-convenor MIKE HERSH adds a dimension on Watergate.   Health Care activist CHUCK PENACCHIO explains his sterling campaign for the public wellbeing.   Cal Care proponent PAUL NEWMAN checks in from Santa Monica on AB2200 which was killed by Gavin Newsom.   Doctor NANCY NIPARKO adds her usual brilliance to the discussion of universal health care.   Broadcast legend DAVID SALTMAN wants us to challenge Joe Rogan to a debate on atomic power.   Producer STEVE CARUSO promises grater things….like next week’s interview with the great Bob Fitrakis….   From Florida, NICOLE UNG reminds us of the outrage that is Ron DeSantis.   LAUREN TAYLOR refers to the Godfather movies as “revealed truth."

From Jeffrey Epstein to Bob Fitrakis & A Green-Powered Dodger Stadium We open GREEP Zoom #230 with another wonderful poem from our Poet Laureate MIMI GERMAN. Waldport, Oregon Mayor HEIDE LAMPERT then fills us in with the latest on the fascist assault on democracy itself. Monumentall, we honor the legendary DR. BOB FITRAKIS, who broke the ORIGINAL stories about Jeffrey Epstein. In his presence, we take a deep dive into the miasma that is the Epstein hurricane.  Radio hero LYNN FEINERMAN explores some of the conspiratorial aspects of Epstein’s alleged Mossad contacts. KPFK board member MYLA RESON connects Epstein with former Governor Bill Richardson….and worse. Questions about MAGA’s mysterious revulsion to the Epstein nightmare are raised by DONALD SMITH. Likewise co-convenor MIKE HERSH wonders about why Trump’s ties to Epstein are coming to anyone as a “surprise." Longtime GREEP supporter John Steiner asks "how we can get more of this investigation out where it needs to go?” Indeed, how does this Epstein affair turn into Trump’s downfall asks MURTAZA MOGRI. “At the end of the day they’re all fascists,” adds ALEX WILLIAMS.  “At the end of the day they’ll find someone else.” The great DAVID SALTMAN predicts Trump will succeed in avoiding consequences for the Epstein problem. The parking lots at Dodger Stadium are ripe for solar panels says Green Power pioneer RON LEONARD. KPFK LSB CHAIR TATANKA BRICCA confirms the huge popularity of solar power in California. Our erstwhile engineer STEVE CARUSO compares the Epstein affair to Watergate and asks about election protection. From NICOLE UNG we hear that Diablo Canyon could ruin the economy of California….and more. Jimmy Tingle is HEIDI’s main concern, while VINA COLLEY takes us back to southern Ohio’s nuclear nightmare. Next week we’ll be joined by the astonishing LEV PARNAS with real inside information from the lethal Trump apocalypse. 

US REP JAMIE RASKIN & THE ATTACK ON US DEMOCRACY & ECOLOGY We begin GREEP Zoom #229 with citations for  “The Choreography of War” by our Poet Laureate MIMI GERMAN, whose latest poem is compacted into a brilliant three lines. Green Party Presidential nominee HOWIE HAWKINS discusses the nitty-gritties of Ranked Choice Voting & instant runoff. The great MARIANNE WILLIAMSON gives us a brief hello & a promise to come visit us again soon. Beyond Nuclear’s KEVIN KAMPS reminds us about how powerful is the rise of renewables worldwide along with the demise of nuke power. Co-host MIKE HERSH gives us a stellar introduction for US REP JAMIE RASKIN. Rep. Raskin provides a brief excursion into the dire damage being done to our electoral system through the widespread assault on the Voting Rights Act, emphasizing the powerful impact of the No Kings Day marches.. The great RAY MCCLENDON of the Georgia-based Communities United for Justice connects with Rep. Raskin, sharing concerns about the mass disenfranchisement being imposed on the national electorate. In response Rep. Raskin warns of the anti-democracy provisions of the SAVE Act, aiming to keep millions of women from voting. Progressive Democrats of America’s great Executive Director ALAN MINSKY emphasizes that Progressive activists are the true patriots. Rep. Raskin argues that the Founders’ legacies are being assaulted because of their timeless commitment to democracy. A request for help comes from MAYOR HEIDE LAMPERT of Waldport, Oregon, who proclaims herself to be a Warrior for Democracy in the face of a fascist assault. Howie Hawkins & Kevin Kamps chime in with demands for real democracy & an end to subsidies for nuke power. Agricultural activist legend RUDY ARREDONDO warns of the dismemberment of the US Department of Agriculture & the breaking federal commitments to American farming. Rep. Raskin supports Rudy by underscoring the damage being done by ICE raids to the agricultural workers and the farms that depend on them. Green activist HEIDI VERTHALLER plugs for renewables and asks Jamie if he will run for president, to which Rep. Raskin answers in the affirmative. We hear from DONALD SMITH about a book called UNCHECKED that blames Nancy Pelosi for the failure of the impeachments of Trump. LA’s JOHN SEELEY supports rank choice voting, but warns against it in the final NYC election. Frequent commentator NICOLE UNG warns that Amazon, Microsoft, Facebook et. al. are unifying for more nuke power. From MYLA RESON we hear of New York Lieutenant Governor Antonio DelGado, who opposes nuke power. Minnesotan HEDY TRIPP calls in from Malaysia to wonder about the threat to have NY Mayoral candidate Mamdani deported. Engineer STEVE CARUSO warns that the threat to de-naturalize would-be Mayor  Mamdani is being used nationwide. Ohio eco-activist VINA COLLEY illuminates the push for Small Modular Reactors’ horrendous waste & Trump's sinister mis-use of radiation victims while slashing their compensation. Phone activist NINA SINGER urges everyone to call their Senators about the Big Bill and the destruction of the Everglades. No Nukes legend KARL GROSSMAN talks about the importance of meeting with a NY Governor candidate who’s against nuke power. An emphasis for “boots on the ground comes from HOWIE DUIT. KPFK Board Chair TATANKA BRICCA emphasizes the long history of farmworker activism in CA... and its forever impact.  Frequent GREEPster DONALD SMITH introduces us to the work on nuke waste at Hanford coming from Jerry Politt, who we’ll track down…. But in honor of Independence weekend, we will not meet on July 7….so please celebrate & work for at least two more centuries of American democracy.   

PROTECTING OUR ELECTIONS AMIDST PSYCHO-NUKE TERROR & GENERAL STRIKES   We start GREEP zoom #227 with the great ANDREA MILLER who gives us the up-to-date rundown of grassroots election protection in the former Confederacy of Virginia, with further info on the Integrated Election Protection Platform.   Then the legendary RAY MCCLENDON gets us current with the Jim Crow Vigilante strategy for stealing the upcoming elections in Georgia.   Alabama native RUTH STRAUSS affirms the need to protect the vote in 2026.   Long-time activist DIANE CAMERON raises the issue of working with labor unions, especially amidst growing discussion of a general strike.   From BOB BABCOCK we get an exhortation to take over the Democratic Party.    Repeat speaker ALEX WILLIAMS discusses the need for grassroots organizing.   Co-host MIKE HERSH alerts us to major grassroots victories in Arizona.   From NICK CRAYNE we hear of the need for a “shame primary” for right-wing Democrats.   From Arizona’s LEE STANFIELD we get a reminder that the Democrats sabotaged Bernie’s campaign without denying it, and that the Party is a privately-owned entity that always attacks the Greens on every possible level.   From MAGGIE BOYD we get an earful about “General Strike US” and the need to get 3.5% of the general population in support of such an action, which would be 11 million citizens.   On the nuclear issue, we talk about the insane Vogtle reactors with the great KEVIN KAMPS, who also invokes the presidential removal of a Nuclear Regulatory Commissioner.   We’re followed by the great KARL GROSSMAN who breaks the news that the Democrat Governor of New York has drunk the pro-nuke Kool-Aid in a lethal dose.   The mayoral race in NYC is raised by MURTAZA MOGRI, who warns the Dems are facing major young grassroots opposition.     GREEP debating the likes of Marjory T. Green & Tucker Carlson is embraced by DONALD SMITH.   All that additional electricity allegedly needed for crypto currency & AI is challenged by DAVID GRACE as a set of “fake numbers”.   The fake Iran-Israel cease-fire is challenged by MYLA RESON, who also challenges the “solution” to the nuclear waste problem that’s already failed at WIPP.   In the end, DAVID SALTMAN reminds us of the need for a documentary film on the NO KINGS DAY mass marches, and the need for union planning in a general strike   July 17 will be a “good trouble” march, says CAROLYN BARCLIFT, who urges our participation..   As a witness to the Gulf of Tonkin DON MCCANNE reports on the first pilot killed there.   Next week we will be joined by the great JAIME RASKIN.  No Nukes!!!

WILL THE “NO KINGS” MOVEMENT SAVE AMERICAN DEMOCRACY? At GREEP Gathering #227 we mourn the horrific MAGA murders in Minnesota with St. Cloud resident HEDY TRIPP. We look in growing detail at the “Christian Nationalist” movement with radio host LYNNE FEINERMAN, who discusses ANDRA WATKINS & her great work on right-wing cults. From Indivisible we hear MIMI “SPRINGTIME” about her Episcopalian roots & their warped Evangelical off-shoots.   A wonderful award-winning poem from DANIELLA GIUSEPPE underscores the larger female hippocampus which provides more empathy than men can command. From Columbus, Ohio, we hear SANDY BOLZENIUS reporting about the various marches ranging from NO KINGS to Pride to Doo Dah & more.  In Santa Monica, Dr. NANCY NIPARKO reports on functional brain studies showing large hippocampi among taxi drivers, along with other contributions of her great genius Nancy gives us a pretty specific laundry list on the development of the brains in the Republican v. Democratic skulls. There were 8k people at La Palma Park in Anaheim, according to DAVID SONNEBORN, who’s pushing SB42 for public financing of California elections. From Oakland we hear from SUZIE GOLDMACHER about 10k marchers there & in other Bay Area cities. We hear in general that QR codes were not distributed at these massive rallies, but that there is a NO KINGS web site people can connect to (https://www.nokings.org/ ).. From STEVE CARUSO we hear of the many hundreds who marched in protest in rural Licking County, Ohio.  From Los Angeles we hear from TERRY GOODMAN-MANPEARL who was shot in the hand by the LAPD while doing jail support in the streets. Renowned activist JAN GOODMAN (Terry’s mom) emphasizes the power of organizing at the Pacifica Network as well as in the streets. From Tucson BILL YOHEY reports on some great progressive marching. including more than 2k folks all over this small Arizona desert community. From TATANKA BRICCA we get a heads-up about the ICE Gestapo.   From Austin we hear from PERLY GATES’s original song    TV legend DAVID SALTMAN tells us about the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to produce a NO KINGS documentary for the ages.   From southern Ohio VINA COLLEY warns about the horrific Big Bad Bill now looming in the US House.   For more about Pacifica’s New Day we hear from MYLA RESON & JAN GOODMAN.   And we prepare to gather again next week for more ELECTION PROTECTION & SOLARTOPIAN POWER.