December 2021
La Fortaleza
In the Spotlight
- COVID-19
- Build Back Better
- Kenosha
- Liv Knoki
- Events
- Podcasts
COVID-19
Build Back Better
We finally have some good news on the Build Back Better plan! The House voted to include immigration policy in the bill. This version includes protection for millions of undocumented people in the form of parole. This parole would include work permits and protection from deportation. Although this is a step forward and would protect millions of families, it is still not a pathway for citizenship. This is a temporary fix that will only last until 2031. Now it’s in the hands of the senate to create a REAL pathway for citizenship. The Democratic senators that we helped get elected need to take a stand, deliver on their promises, and stop listening to the bad advice that they are being given by the Parliamentarian. Further action needs to be taken and our elected officials must deliver relief for immigrant communities.
Kenosha
Kyle Rittenhouse, 17-year-old at the time, murdered two people last year during a protest against police violence in Kenosha was recently found not guilty on all of the following charges: First-degree reckless homicide, use of a dangerous weapon, First-degree recklessly endangering safety, First-degree intentional homicide, possession of a dangerous weapon by a person under 18, dismissed, and Failure to comply with an emergency order from State or local government.
Rittenhouse traveled from Antioch, Illinois to Kenosha, Wisconsin to (in his words) “act as a medic and help protect private property” after days of unrest following the shooting of Jacob Blake by a Kenosha officer that left Blake paralyzed. Rittenhouse claimed he was there to be a medic, but what medic brings an AR-15-style semi-automatic rifle to an already tense environment? He created more chaos and had violent encounters with protestors, leaving two dead and one injured. In court, Rittenhouse claimed self-defense and the jurors bought into it. Let’s not forget that the behavior of the judge of this case, Bruce Schroeder, drew scrutiny for many reasons.
This controversial case sparked outrage across the world for many different reasons. Some view Rittenhouse as a champion of gun rights, others rightfully see this as another example of our broken legal system and another clear example why we need to change gun laws in this country. There needs to be accountability and equality in our justice system, we are tired of the same story and the same results.
Liv Knoki
“As a protean artist, I use whatever medium calls to me at the moment. A few of my favorite tools are my sewing machine, acrylic paint, spray paint, seed beads, and glitter. Though I have a hard time staying within the parameters of a specific style, I do gravitate toward geometric clean lines. I thoroughly enjoy layering different styles, patterns and colors. It can seem chaotic and a little off the wall initially, but it all comes together with a cohesive, curious yet serene feeling in the end. Completing and sharing original pieces with a unique story gives me so much life and joy! I’m excited to collaborate with Fuerte to voice the importance of Indigenous voices, leadership and rights through my artistic strengths. The overall goal, of course, is to inspire purpose and appreciation of life among the community! Together, we can heal injustices and live truly to love.”
Fuerte events summary/Upcoming events
November: This month we focused on planning our end-of-the-year fundraiser Noche De Arte! It was a wildly successful event and we cannot wait to tell you all about it in the next issue of La Fortaleza!
December After hosting our Noche De Arte event the Fuerte team will be taking some much-needed time off! Don't worry we will be back and better starting January 4th!
pODCASTS
October 2021
La Fortaleza
In the Spotlight
- COVID-19
- Inmigración
- Kenosha
- Liv Knoki
- Eventos
- Podcasts
COVID-19
Inmigración
Kenosha
Kyle Rittenhouse, de 17 años de edad en ese momento, asesinó a dos personas el año pasado durante una protesta contra la violencia policial en Kenosha fue declarado no culpable por todos los cargos siguientes: Homicidio imprudente en primer grado, uso de un arma peligrosa, Homicidio intencional en primer grado, posesión de un arma peligrosa por una persona menor de 18 años, despido y el incumplimiento de una orden de emergencia del gobierno estatal o local.
Rittenhouse viajó de Antioch, Illinois a Kenosha, Wisconsin para (en sus palabras) "actuar como médico y ayudar a proteger la propiedad privada" después de días de disturbios tras el tiroteo de Jacob Blake por un oficial de Kenosha que dejó a Blake paralizado. Rittenhouse afirmó que estaba allí para ser médico, pero ¿qué médico trae un rifle semiautomático estilo AR-15 a un entorno ya tenso? Creó mas caos y tuvo encuentros violentos con los manifestantes, dejando dos muertos y un herido. En el tribunal, Rittenhouse reclamó defensa propia y los jurados se la creyeron. No olvidemos que el comportamiento del juez de este caso, Bruce Schroeder, atrajo el escrutinio por muchas razones.
Este controvertido caso provocó indignación en todo el mundo por muchas razones diferentes. Algunos ven a Rittenhouse como un defensor de los derechos de armas, otros ven esto con razón como otro ejemplo de nuestro sistema legal roto y otra razon para cambiar las leyes de armas en este país. Tiene que haber rendición de cuentas e igualdad en nuestro sistema de justicia, estamos cansados de la misma historia y los mismos resultados.
Liv Knoki
“As a protean artist, I use whatever medium calls to me at the moment. A few of my favorite tools are my sewing machine, acrylic paint, spray paint, seed beads, and glitter. Though I have a hard time staying within the parameters of a specific style, I do gravitate toward geometric clean lines. I thoroughly enjoy layering different styles, patterns and colors. It can seem chaotic and a little off the wall initially, but it all comes together with a cohesive, curious yet serene feeling in the end. Completing and sharing original pieces with a unique story gives me so much life and joy! I’m excited to collaborate with Fuerte to voice the importance of Indigenous voices, leadership and rights through my artistic strengths. The overall goal, of course, is to inspire purpose and appreciation of life among the community! Together, we can heal injustices and live truly to love.”
Eventos
November: Este mes nos hemos concentrados en la planificación de nuestra recaudación de fondos de fin de año, Noche de Arte. Fue un evento muy exitoso!
December Después de la celebración de Noche de Arte, Fuerte se tomará un tiempo de descanso. No te preocupes, ¡volveremos el 4 de enero!
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