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27 Meetup Groups match “Politics and Social Issues” near Somerville, MA
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Are you interested in the issues behind the headlines? The political, economic, and social trends that are shaping our present and our future? Want to discuss politics, economics, and society with a diverse group of people without the ranting and raving that has come to typify so much of our political life? If so, this group is for you. All political and social perspectives welcome, but communication must be respectful. At its heart, this group aims for members to learn from each other through s …
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We seek to offer space for the community to learn about social issues affecting us locally and globally. We aim to raise awareness against oppression and inequality, to unite and become mindfully active in the struggle for social justice. The “Holyoke Socialists" are a branch of the International Socialist Organization (ISO) in Western, Ma.
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What we need is not progress toward a homogenous global society, but a realization of the essence of our interdependence as constituents of the world we live in. When we learn to not only understand the mechanisms fueling our differences, but to also value our individualities, we will be able to live harmoniously as a global community- humans, creatures, and resources alike. The purpose of this group is to foster an environment for intellectual dialogue across different disciplines. From science …
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Welcome to Maha's Meetups! My name is Maha. I have quite a few interests and several passions which I enjoy sharing with others. Rather than creating a Meetup group for each one I figured I'd simply put them all in one place! (It's also cheaper!) The meetups here reflect my personal interests and so a suggestion to have a Boston Red Sox party is simply not going to happen! :) Current Maha Meetups: Maha Kirtan Gita Yoga Pickup Soccer Movie Night Detailed Descriptions: 1) Maha Kirtan Maha Kirt …
Socializing for Justice (SoJust) is all about building a cross-cultural, cross-issue progressive community, network and movement in Boston based on the Philosophy of Abundance. We're doing it by putting the SOCIAL back in SOCIAL JUSTICE. We host events twice a month to meet each other and make connections. No Program. No Speaker. Just Us. Newcomers always welcomed! **You must be a member to RSVP or post an event on the message board. Not a member? It's free to join - share as much or as little …
This group is for anyone who identifies as feminist and is interested in attending events held by the Greater Boston chapter of the National Organization For Women. Boston NOW is a multi-issue organization working to: •Advance Reproductive Freedom •Promote Diversity and End Racism •Stop Violence Against Women •Win LGBTQ Rights •Ensure Economic Justice •Achieve Constitutional Equality We also have interest in the areas of: •Affirmative Action •Child Care, Custody and Family Law Issues •Disability …
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Boston Change for Truth is a meet-up group for those concerned with issues from 9/11 Truth, Ending the Federal Reserve, Vaccine Resistance, Big Pharma - Medical Industrial complex, to Banker Bailouts and the erosion of Civil Liberties and the ongoing global wars of occupation. Boston Change for Truth supports the activism of We Are Change and the 9/11 Truth movement. While not a member of, or claiming representation of any other organization, we accommodate all political views and welcome civi …
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Do you feel that the two-party system has failed us? The Justice Party is a grassroots, broad-based, real political alternative to the corporate-controlled Democratic and Republican parties. The Justice Party issues a clarion call to join our community of concerned Americans demanding social, economic, and environmental justice for all, not just for the wealthiest Americans and their corporations. We seek to return political power to the people through fair and transparent elections, campaign fi …
Meet Libertarians near you! Come to a local Libertarian Meetup. Share your opinions on today's political climate and issues. Hear how you can contribute to building a libertarian political future by doing real politics. Everyone interested in the Libertarian political movement is welcome!
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Together, as grassroots volunteers, Maine People's Alliance members have the courage to move our world to justice, liberty and respect for all walks of life by promoting the common interest and exercising shared power in the pursuit of collective goals. Through activities such as our trips to D.C. to join the National People's Alliance, Center for Community Change, and others to our exciting picnics, Lobby Days, and retreats here in Maine we gather to plan actions to benefit all people in the st …
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Are you a progressive working on campus? Campus2Community.net is an inclusive multi-issue network of progressive faculty and staff in the Greater Boston area. Campus2Community.net is a project of Socializing for Justice, a grassroots group established in 2006 to build a cross-issue progressive community, network and movement in Boston by putting the SOCIAL back in social justice. Campus2Community.net facilitates inter-departmental and cross-campus collaboration among faculty and staff. We suppo …
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Suddenly we have yet another election for U.S. Senate in Massachusetts. This race matters, and it matters who wins the primary. Ed Markey is passionate about the environment, pro-choice, and strong on LGBT issues. He has to ramp up fast to win the primary on April 30th! What can we do to help? Note, this meet-up is entirely independent of the official Markey campaign.
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In the early months of 1998 a single individual challenged Secretary of State Madeleine Albright about the Clinton administration's saber rattling with Iraq at a CNN televised "town hall meeting." At the time Clinton was attempting to persuade the American public to support his intentions of bombing Iraq. Albright not only wouldn't answer the question, but she fled the scene once the event was officially over! This public relations fiasco stopped the Clinton White House's plans for war in the …
We're a group of young women (21-30) looking to make new friends, while focusing on the bigger picture in our lives - becoming leaders. The Leading Ladies formed out of the YWCA of Southeastern Massachusetts. and the objective is to empower young women through leadership. We host a variety of events: networking and making new friends, professional development, social justice and community service, breakfast issues discussions, free wellness and fitness classes and more. Our key focus is to enhan …
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Citizen's group not interested in the crap coming from both parties who want to find others who would like to share ideas to get the country back on the founding principles.
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The EU Crisis, the Arab Spring and its consequences, China's economy, Myanmar's apparent democratization, Mali, miners revolting in Peru, Putin, Iran, the Eurovision song competition (just kidding) are not exactly the subjects of water-cooler talks. We will meet and discuss a chosen topic at a restaurant (or park) with Wi-Fi access as people will be encouraged to bring their laptops, tablets, or smartphones to the event. Members are are also encouraged to contribute links on the chosen topic be …
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The Exploring Eros meetup is for individuals (and couples!) interested in sharing and learning about love, sexuality, men and women, relationships and the ecstatic.....creating more connection and capacity for enjoyment. This group will be exploring a wide range of topics both in the personal and the broader social and cultural contexts. All denominations, orientations and lifestyles are welcome. Some of the potential topics to be explored include: Modern Love & Relationships What is Love? T …
Welcome to the Boston Area Libertarian Meetup Group! This group is meant as a vehicle for libertarians in the greater Boston area to meet and socialize. Join us and share your opinions on today's political climate and issues. If you're a Bostonian who is unsure who libertarians are, this is the place to come to find out. Everyone interested in libertarianism is welcome! Also, if you want to contribute politically, this Meetup group works with the Boston area chapter of the LPMA. Details will be …
The Zeitgeist Movement is an explicitly non-violent, global sustainability advocacy group currently working in over 1000 Regional Chapters across 70 countries. The basic structure of The Movement consists of Chapters, Teams, Projects & Events. Overall, the Chapters are essentially what define the Movement and each Chapter works to not only spread awareness about the roots of our social problems today but also to express the logical, scientific solutions and methods we have at our disposal to upd …
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Boston Thoughtful World-Transforming Vegan Movers and Shakers Activist Vegan If you are anything else, you should join the Boston Vegetarian Meetup Vegan If you are a vegan, activist or otherwise, you should join the Boston Vegan Meetup If you seek to transform the public world as a vegan mover and shaker AND if you have a proven track record of engaging the public or doing serious research on any of a range of sociological, political, economic, or psychological topics related to such world tr …
Boston-area conservatives can "meet and greet" and discuss issues of the day. Many of us find our workplace-, extended family-, or friend-network-conversations' views heavily tilted towards the left. This meeting can serve as an antidote, as a friendly respite, as a place to pass on and gain perspective and ideas in accord with traditional American values and process. Of course there is no one single conservative perspective on issues. We debate, we listen, we learn. This is a good meetin …
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The Ethical Society of Boston is a non-theistic humanistic religious and educational fellowship inspired by the ideal that the supreme aim of human life is working to create a more humane society. Together we develop our ethical ideals, celebrate life's joys, and support one another through life's crises. We work for the improvement of our world and for the future of our children. Membership is open to those who agree with our principles regardless of race, religion, or national origin. As ethi …
The Eros meetup is for individuals (and couples!) interested in sharing and learning about love, sexuality, men and women, relationships and the ecstatic.....creating more connection and capacity for enjoyment. This group will be exploring a wide range of topics both in the personal and the broader social and cultural contexts. All denominations, orientations and lifestyles are welcome. Types of Meetups: We will be having several types of meetups. At least once a month there will be a free meet …
Meet Libertarians near you! Come to a local Libertarian Meetup to share your opinions on today's political climate and issues and learn how you can contribute to America's political future. Everyone interested in Libertarianism is welcome! This group is mostly intended for people in the greater Lowell / Route 3 / 495 area, but all are welcome. If Boston is easier for you, check out the Boston Area Libertarian Meetup Group at
The Sequitoria: The Synthesis of Culture and Nature ... ... and the only hope for this planet. The relationship between humankind and the natural world has been fractured. In some places, there is no relationship in evidence at all. Every problem facing mankind*: from inter-personal conflict to international conflict; from social isolation to economic inequality to climate change; from social justice issues to environmental challenges - all have been exacerbated by this growing bifurcation. T …
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NH4Israel was founded in 2006 to educate the New Hampshire community about issues relating to Israel and the Middle East. We welcome people from across the political spectrum, from all age groups and religious denominations. We do not advocate any particular political position, or any preferred solution to Israel's current situation. What we all share is a love for the State of Israel and a desire that she be able to live in a lasting and secure peace with her neighbors. What is a Zionist? Someo …
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The Eros meetup is for individuals (and couples!) interested in sharing and learning about love, sexuality, men and women, relationships and the ecstatic.....creating more connection and capacity for enjoyment. This group will be exploring a wide range of topics both in the personal and the broader social and cultural contexts. All denominations, orientations and lifestyles are welcome. Types of Meetups: We will be having several types of meetups. At least once a month there will be a free mee …
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