It has been more than 100 days since Jayland Walker was murdered at the hands of eight officers of the Akron Police Department. In the 100 days, they received paid […]
Akron DSA Statement Condemning Harassment & Misogyny
DSA is a socialist feminist organization. We organize people of all genders to fight against systems of oppression and exploitation including patriarchy, capitalism, and white supremacy. Misogyny, transmisogyny, sexual harassment, […]
Day of Mourning for Jayland Walker
Akron DSA joins the entire community in expressing sympathy, support, and compassion for the family of Jayland Walker on July 13, Akron’s city-wide day of mourning. Jayland Walker’s life mattered. […]
Kill the Bills!
How we got here Ohio Lawmakers have completely lost touch with the people. While we need things like Medicare for all, a Green New Deal, and strong labor legislation, our […]
Akron DSA Steering Committee Statement on Russia invasion of Ukraine
The Steering Committee of Akron DSA condemns the invasion of Ukraine by Russia and is firmly opposed to further military action, as we condemn all forms of imperialist expansion and […]
Statement of Solidarity for Striking Mineworkers
International District 20 Vice President Larry Spencer, and members of UMWA Locals 2245, 2397, 2368, and 2427: We, the Akron chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America, would like to express […]
Solidarity with UMWA Striking Mineworkers
By Stephanie Baker and Heather Hillenbrand Every worker deserves a fair wage, benefits, and the protection of a union. When union workers go on strike, they are standing up not […]
Akron DSA Press Release on January 6 Vigil for Democracy
As socialists, we believe in democracy, freedom, and the collective ability of workers to create a better world. In order to do so, we must stand against fascism in all […]
POLITICS, CONSPIRACY THEORIES, AND WHAT TO BELIEVE
POLITICS, CONSPIRACY THEORIES, AND WHAT TO BELIEVE by Rick Feinberg “Alternative facts” and conspiracy theories have been around for ages. But in present-day America, with claims of a “stolen” […]
Socialists Walk the Line in Battle Creek
by Heather Hillenbrand “If you’re affiliated with that group up the road, can you get them to bring Bernie out?” a striking worker asked me as snow pellets bounced off […]