Marj Plumb
@marjplumb.bsky.social
Passing on the left as a community advocate, nonprofit executive, and public policy consultant and trainer.
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Essential Reading: PSR has been advocating for decades, the climate crisis = public health crisis www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Declare climate crisis a global public health emergency, experts tell WHO
Exclusive: Commission says alert would trigger coordinated international response that could help avoid millions dying
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May 16, 2026 at 5:25 PM
Essential Reading: PSR has been advocating for decades, the climate crisis = public health crisis www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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Weekend Reading: “We have entered the age of clean energy. Those who lead this transition will lead the global economy of the future.” António Guterres www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-i...
The American epoch of oil is collapsing. What comes next could be ugly | Jonathan Watts
China is dominating the energy transition with astonishing result, while fossil fuel fascists in the US try to turn back the clock
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May 17, 2026 at 7:06 PM
Weekend Reading: “We have entered the age of clean energy. Those who lead this transition will lead the global economy of the future.” António Guterres www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-i...
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This is why SF Bay PSR focuses on peace, climate, health, and democracy: they are intertwined. www.theguardian.com/environment/...
From black rain to marine pollution, the war in Iran is an environmental disaster
In this week’s newsletter: with US-Israeli strikes hitting oil refineries, military bases and nuclear facilities, monitors are warning that the conflict will have devastating effects
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March 20, 2026 at 3:37 PM
This is why SF Bay PSR focuses on peace, climate, health, and democracy: they are intertwined. www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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Stop the War on Iran and Our Democracy! Read SF Bay PSR's statement and take ACTION, call Congress! As physicians and health professionals, we need to speak out fervently against this dire threat to our democracy and collective health and survival. www.sfbaypsr.org/stop-the-war...
March 4, 2026 at 3:13 AM
Stop the War on Iran and Our Democracy! Read SF Bay PSR's statement and take ACTION, call Congress! As physicians and health professionals, we need to speak out fervently against this dire threat to our democracy and collective health and survival. www.sfbaypsr.org/stop-the-war...
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Worried about the war on Iran and in the Mideast? Join us Wed. 3/4, 7pm PT, online, for Health and Environmental Impacts of Nuclear Weapons and War with Dr. Bob Gould, president, SF Bay PSR. RSVP: sfbayphysiciansforsocialresponsibility.ddockforms.com?form=9a5e4e1...
March 4, 2026 at 3:18 AM
Worried about the war on Iran and in the Mideast? Join us Wed. 3/4, 7pm PT, online, for Health and Environmental Impacts of Nuclear Weapons and War with Dr. Bob Gould, president, SF Bay PSR. RSVP: sfbayphysiciansforsocialresponsibility.ddockforms.com?form=9a5e4e1...
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Rally Wed. 2/25, noon, SF City Hall to SAVE SF’s Climate Plan! The climate crisis is a public health crisis. The Bay Area has the 6th worst air quality in the country which harms our children and elders in particular. RSVP for the Rally: bit.ly/climateactio...
February 19, 2026 at 9:09 PM
Rally Wed. 2/25, noon, SF City Hall to SAVE SF’s Climate Plan! The climate crisis is a public health crisis. The Bay Area has the 6th worst air quality in the country which harms our children and elders in particular. RSVP for the Rally: bit.ly/climateactio...
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SF Bay PSR was at the forefront of adding environmental health to medical curriculum, now despite federal defunding of climate initiatives, schools in both blue and red states are adding classes in clean energy and environmental sustainability. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
The greening of career education: US students learn new skills as climate crisis intensifies
Some districts are adding programs in clean energy and sustainability, while one state is infusing environmental lessons into culinary education and construction
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February 16, 2026 at 4:26 PM
SF Bay PSR was at the forefront of adding environmental health to medical curriculum, now despite federal defunding of climate initiatives, schools in both blue and red states are adding classes in clean energy and environmental sustainability. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
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SF Bay PSR and PSR chapters across the country will NOT STOP until we regain the EPA endangerment finding that is essential to protecting our health and the environment. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
Climate leaders condemn Trump EPA’s biggest rollback yet: ‘This is corruption’
Leaders promise to fight back with court challenges as Trump rescinds finding foundational to US climate rules
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February 12, 2026 at 3:49 PM
SF Bay PSR and PSR chapters across the country will NOT STOP until we regain the EPA endangerment finding that is essential to protecting our health and the environment. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
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Mark your calendar! Join SF Bay PRS health professionals March 28 for the next NO KINGS March. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
What to know about the third No Kings protests happening in March
Demonstrations will be held across the US against ICE’s reign of terror with flagship event in Twin Cities
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January 30, 2026 at 3:05 AM
Mark your calendar! Join SF Bay PRS health professionals March 28 for the next NO KINGS March. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
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URGENT ACTION: Today 1/22, CALL your senator Padilla: 202-224-3553 or Schiff: 202-224-3841: tell them to vote NO on the Department of Homeland Security appropriations bill to stop ICE from terrorizing our communities. READ MORE: www.sfbaypsr.org/8877-2/
January 29, 2026 at 6:11 PM
URGENT ACTION: Today 1/22, CALL your senator Padilla: 202-224-3553 or Schiff: 202-224-3841: tell them to vote NO on the Department of Homeland Security appropriations bill to stop ICE from terrorizing our communities. READ MORE: www.sfbaypsr.org/8877-2/
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Today SFBayPSR and friends protest against ICE and for a healthy democracy! Watch out for photos of the human banner on Ocean Beach SF!
January 10, 2026 at 8:23 PM
Today SFBayPSR and friends protest against ICE and for a healthy democracy! Watch out for photos of the human banner on Ocean Beach SF!
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“After the wildfires, I don’t want to breathe toxic air...I want the healthiest and safest home possible.” @wendysuerosen
ALL-ELECTRIC homes protect HEALTH & climate AND are faster & more AFFORDABLE to build. CA needs #CapAndTrade funds for electrification. #RebuildBetter shorturl.at/A8Xlu
ALL-ELECTRIC homes protect HEALTH & climate AND are faster & more AFFORDABLE to build. CA needs #CapAndTrade funds for electrification. #RebuildBetter shorturl.at/A8Xlu
Why I’m Going All-Electric As I Remediate My Home From Toxic Ash
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August 13, 2025 at 8:27 PM
“After the wildfires, I don’t want to breathe toxic air...I want the healthiest and safest home possible.” @wendysuerosen
ALL-ELECTRIC homes protect HEALTH & climate AND are faster & more AFFORDABLE to build. CA needs #CapAndTrade funds for electrification. #RebuildBetter shorturl.at/A8Xlu
ALL-ELECTRIC homes protect HEALTH & climate AND are faster & more AFFORDABLE to build. CA needs #CapAndTrade funds for electrification. #RebuildBetter shorturl.at/A8Xlu
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Join our GALA Sept 10 online! Learn how to protect clean, healthy air and water given the devastation of our EPA. Prof Tracey Woodruff of UCSF will be speaking on—How the Government Really Works: They say they want clean air and water, but the opposite is happening. www.sfbaypsr.org/take-action/...
August 13, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Join our GALA Sept 10 online! Learn how to protect clean, healthy air and water given the devastation of our EPA. Prof Tracey Woodruff of UCSF will be speaking on—How the Government Really Works: They say they want clean air and water, but the opposite is happening. www.sfbaypsr.org/take-action/...
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Everyone deserves clean, healthy air! California’s Clean-Air Program for Polluted Communities Faces Crossroads @kqednews.kqed.org www.kqed.org/news/1205009...
California’s Clean-Air Program for Polluted Communities Faces Crossroads | KQED
Touted as an environmental justice companion to California’s cap-and-trade system, AB 617 promised cleaner air for frontline communities like Richmond — but has it actually delivered?
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August 13, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Everyone deserves clean, healthy air! California’s Clean-Air Program for Polluted Communities Faces Crossroads @kqednews.kqed.org www.kqed.org/news/1205009...
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Join our Annual GALA: Gathering for Action, Leadership, and Advocacy on Wed. Sept 10, 6:30pm PT, online! During these dire times, we need community and action. Hear Norman Solomon speak on peace activism, and Tracey Woodruff on protecting public health & EPA. TIX: www.sfbaypsr.org/take-action/...
August 8, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Join our Annual GALA: Gathering for Action, Leadership, and Advocacy on Wed. Sept 10, 6:30pm PT, online! During these dire times, we need community and action. Hear Norman Solomon speak on peace activism, and Tracey Woodruff on protecting public health & EPA. TIX: www.sfbaypsr.org/take-action/...
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Hi folks: Facebook appears to be taking down my posts. Please remember they are available for free here (no paywall), and can be received by email (also free-- just don't put in your credit card information). I guess if I'm being banned I'm doing something right?
The government ignored his protective legal status & deported Abrego Garcia. “Now they claim that the court is powerless to order any relief. If that’s true, the immigration laws are meaningless because the government can deport ANYONE & no court can do anything about it once it’s done.”
March 31, 2025
On April 1, 1861, Secretary of State William Henry Seward wrote an astonishing letter to President Abraham Lincoln.
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April 1, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Hi folks: Facebook appears to be taking down my posts. Please remember they are available for free here (no paywall), and can be received by email (also free-- just don't put in your credit card information). I guess if I'm being banned I'm doing something right?