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Continuing the Political Revolution in the City of Brotherly Love

Reclaim Philadelphia is a grassroots, democratic organization that aims to build power for people across the city. In a political world flooded with corporate money, it is dedicated to amplifying the voices of Philadelphians. We oppose the rule of moneyed and special interests that deform our institutions and deface our government. Through issue-based and electoral campaigns, policy research, and direct action, Reclaim Philadelphia is working to organize the progressive majority in the city.

What does it mean to “reclaim Philadelphia”? It implies that something has been lost and needs to be retaken. And for us this is exactly the case: the people, organized, would take back the commons from the elites who privatize and ruin it. A more humane, more welcoming city, and a more inclusive, more democratic politics, would be the goal.

Note: The above descriptive information came from the organization's Vision page.

In The News

Reclaim Philadelphia: a progressive turnout PAC, Philadelphia Public Record, February 20, 2020.
Reclaim Philadelphia joins the revenue for a just recovery plan

Info

Campaigns: Campaigns: How We're Fighting Back
Issues: Issues: Some of the Issues We Care About

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+{{toplink|url=http://reclaimphiladelphia.org|name=reclaimphiladelphia.org}}<blockquote>''Continuing the Political Revolution in the City of Brotherly Love''</blockquote>
+'''Reclaim Philadelphia''' is a grassroots, democratic organization that aims to '''build power for people across the city'''. In a political world flooded with corporate money, it is dedicated to amplifying the voices of Philadelphians. We oppose the rule of moneyed and special interests that deform our institutions and deface our government. Through issue-based and electoral campaigns, policy research, and direct action, Reclaim Philadelphia is working to organize the progressive majority in the city.
-'''Reclaim Philadelphia''' is a grassroots power organization working to organize the progressive majority in the city. Reclaiming the city means taking it back from those who discriminate against, wrongfully imprison and impoverish us. Grassroots power means organizing neighborhood by neighborhood — which is why we hold regional meetings to discuss the oppression of our communities and how to resist.
+What does it mean to “reclaim Philadelphia”? It implies that something has been lost and needs to be retaken. And for us this is exactly the case: the people, organized, would take back the commons from the elites who privatize and ruin it. A more humane, more welcoming city, and a more inclusive, more democratic politics, would be the goal.
-The progressive movement has reached a turning point. Public opinion is recognizing income inequality and racism as critical issues. Here in Philly we’ve got a chance to elect the most progressive DA in the country due to the work of Reclaim & its coalition. In coordination with Our City Our School’s we’re on the path to a locally controlled school board. These are tremendous opportunities for a progressive future in Philly that will reverberate across the country — but we need to come together right now or these opportunities will pass us by. Come to our next citywide meeting on October 22nd to hear about our progress, meet the members running for our next steering committee & find out where you can get plugged in.
+''Note:''&nbsp;&nbsp;The above descriptive information came from the organization's [http://reclaimphiladelphia.org/vision.html Vision] page.
-Whether you are a long-time member looking to get re-engaged, a new member looking for your first role or a prospective member coming to your first event - join us!
+==In The News==
+*[http://www.phillyrecord.com/2020/02/reclaim-philadelphia-a-progressive-turnout-pac/ Reclaim Philadelphia: a progressive turnout PAC], Philadelphia Public Record, February 20, 2020.
+*[https://www.reclaimphiladelphia.org/blog/2020/5/4/reclaim-philadelphia-joins-the-revenue-for-a-just-recovery-plan Reclaim Philadelphia joins the revenue for a just recovery plan]
-The meeting will run 1.5 hours. If you have childcare or access needs please let us know here or email info@reclaimphiladelphia.org
+==Info==
+*Campaigns:&nbsp;[http://reclaimphiladelphia.org/#campaigns Campaigns: How We're Fighting Back]
+*Issues:&nbsp;[http://reclaimphiladelphia.org/#issues Issues: Some of the Issues We Care About]
-We've got a jam-packed agenda for the meeting, including:
+==See Also==
+*[[Our City Our Schools]]
-- Several candidates in our Steering Committee election speaking
+[[Category:Is-Advocacy Organization]]
-about their platform
+[[Category:Issue-Progressive Policies]]
-- Lizz Fiedler, a candidate for the 184th representative district,
+[[Category:Is-Member Of-Alliance for a Just Philadelphia]]
-discussing her platform and vision for South Philadelphia
+[[Category:About-Philadelphia]]
-- Our work on creating community resistance zones in South
+[[Category:Does-Research]]
-Philadelphia alongside Juntos, an organization fighting for
+[[Category:Does-Direct Action]]
-immigrants rights
-- Our field program to elect Larry Krasner for District Attorney
-- An introduction to our work organizing against employer
-discrimination
-- Our strategy for running people for Democratic
-Committeeperson
-- And more!