Aug 06
Jay the “jackal” ……..often refers to a person who acts like a scavenger, someone who performs menial or degrading tasks for another, or a person who collaborates in dishonest or base deeds. It can also be used to describe someone who is cunning, treacherous, or opportunistic. Essentially, it’s a term used to insult someone’s character, implying they are morally unscrupulous and willing to benefit from others’ misfortune.
Aug 04
Please join us in sending off the SOS Liberty in the Lake Arrowhead Pride event held at the Village. We are very excited to be in the boat parade and hosting a booth! Getting our club name out there and participating in a community event! Email us if you want to help.
Aug 03
Trump and the Republican Slump-Trump and his Republican Congress promised a “Golden Age,” but instead we’re seeing stagnant growth, rising prices, and shrinking job numbers.The economy grew at less than 1.3% in the first half of the year– well below expectations.Inflation is rising again, with the personal consumption expenditures index up 2.6% year-over-year in June.Job growth has slowed dramatically with just 73,000 jobs added in July, with similarly low numbers in May and June. Long-term unemployment is now the highest it’s been since 2017, excluding the pandemic.Trade wars and tariffs pushed by Trump and his Republican Congress are driving up costs for working families.Major companies like Adidas, Procter & Gamble, and Stanley Black & Decker have already raised prices and warned more hikes are on the way.Retailers like Walmart, Hasbro, and Mattel say the cost of Trump’s trade policies is being passed directly to consumers. They’re targeting California-The Trump administration has frozen nearly $200 million in science and medical research grants to UCLA– punishing academic freedom and attacking public education.ICE agents are arresting people at courthouses across California, eroding trust in the legal system and intimidating victims and witnesses.Deportation raids backed by Trump and his Republican Congress could cost California up to $275 billion in lost wages and economic output. We are California Strong-California Democrats are united by our shared values: justice, equality, opportunity, and resilience.We believe in bold leadership that creates good-paying jobs and ensures opportunity is within reach for everyone—not just the wealthy and well-connected.We are committed to protecting critical services like Social Security, Medicare, veterans’ benefits, and public education.We fight discrimination in all its forms and defend the dignity and rights of every Californian.We protect democracy, reproductive freedom, and the right to live with respect and security.When we organize, we win. That’s what makes us California Strong. The real “Golden Age” runs through the Golden State-Governor Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta are taking Trump to court– and winning– blocking dangerous policies and protecting critical funding for California families.California’s courts are standing up for justice. Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero condemned ICE courthouse arrests as a threat to public safety and due process.California is defending immigrant rights, reproductive freedom, climate protections, and access to higher education.We are pushing back against mass deportations that could devastate California’s economy and essential industries like agriculture and health care.We are fighting to keep research funded, costs down, and opportunity open—everything Trump and his Republican Congress are trying to undermine. Join us here to: Organize to Win! NEWS STORIES TO READ [8.3] California chief justice responds to immigration enforcement at state courtsCalifornia Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero condemned ICE arrests at state courthouses, calling them a threat to justice that discourages victims and witnesses from coming forward. Her statement followed a recent unannounced ICE operation in Butte County, with similar incidents reported in other California counties since Trump returned to office. [8.2] After a Lag, Consumers Begin to Feel the Pinch of TariffsGovernment data, including from the Commerce Department this week, show that prices rose in June on items heavily exposed to tariffs, such as home furnishings, toys and appliances. [8.1] Corporation for Public Broadcasting shutting downTrump and Republicans in Congress canceled funding for the organization earlier this year as a means of targeting PBS and NPR. |
Aug 03
This past July was our 249th Independence Day and the Trump regime just finished building MANZANAR 2.0, Florida style. Are we still the land of the free? That’s not what a “great” nation does. That’s what a fascist regime does. That’s what Hitler and the Third Reich did.
And Trump is proud, so very proud of and celebrating the cruelty and inhumanity, calling it “winning”. It’s funny to him. And Noem. And Miller. And MAGA. It’s Project 2025 successfully implementing another piece of its Christofascist authoritarian agenda.
It’s also a test to see how much cruelty Americans will tolerate and accept as normal. A dog whistle painted red, white, and blue that shits on your lawn.
Independence for what and whom? Ignoring the Constitution? Mocking the rule of law? Condemning judges? Letting the American people suffer while coddling, subsidizing, and giving tax cuts to the “welfare queen” oligarchy by overtaxing the middle, working, and lower classes to pay for it?
That’s “trickle up economics” because “trickle down” was too “costly” for the billionaires who made their money off of exploiting the very people that facilitate their path to gratuitous wealth.
Treating our brown brothers and sisters like animals as we did the Japanese on our own stolen soil? I’m also getting post 9/11 Abu Ghraib vibes – another dark stain on our history and military, just like enslaving kidnapped black brothers and sisters, and Manzanar post America’s entrance to WWII.
Remember never forget? Well America has and is repeating the history it’s desperately whitewashing. This is not the country the Revolution fought England for. The USA is the oppressor the Founding Fathers warned future generations about. The government doesn’t work for us and it’s time to remind them who’s boss: We the People.
By: Jennie Bye Garza
Jul 26
Kathleen G made the paper showing off her sign art at the May Big Bear protest. Kathleen’s talents also expand to rock art and as you can see below she decorates her yard and garden with positive, colorful and meaningful energy. Soon Kathleen will be creating rock art for the club! Guess you can say she is a real ROCKSTAR!
Jul 24
MBDC joined the High Desert Democrats and the Not Stepping Back coalition today in Hesperia to confront Jay on his betrayal to his people and country. Jay was there for his Bitcoin buddies…but cowardly slithered out the back way out to avoid his constituents.
Jay Obernolte voted yea on the House passage of the bill on May 22, 2025 and yea again when the House agreed to the Senate amendment on July 3, 2025.
Rep. Obernolte voted to add trillions to the national debt, now he’s bragging about cutting $9 billion – San Bernardino Sun. Editorials.
Congressman Obernotle voted to cut $800B from Medicaid (Medi-Cal in CA) by supporting the One, Big, Beautiful Bill, which would also strip mixed-status parents within his district from their Child Tax Credit ✂️.
He voted for this bill knowing that:
‼️48% of his district relies on Medi-Cal
‼️22% rely on SNAP food benefits, including over 2,000 veterans.
Jul 17
John Lewis’s famous quote is: “Get in good trouble, necessary trouble, and help redeem the soul of America.” He used this phrase to encourage people to actively challenge injustice and fight for positive change through nonviolent action.
The phrase “good trouble” encapsulates the idea that meaningful change often requires disruption and challenging the status quo. It’s a call to action for individuals to speak out, get involved, and make a difference in their communities and the world. Lewis’s philosophy was rooted in the belief that silence in the face of injustice is not an option.
This quote is particularly relevant in today’s context, with ongoing movements for social justice and civil rights. It serves as a reminder that individuals have a responsibility to stand up for what is right and work towards a more just and equitable society.
Jul 01
LAURA B-Congratulations to our Social Media QUEEN!
We hit 50,000 views on Facebook in the last 28 days!
Laura B our Social Media Queen daily is hunting the internet for truthful and important information to post! She has grown the site to over 700 followers and now to over 50k views in the last 28 days! Be sure to congratulate her at the meeting.
Recently with our small town posts of MBDC in action and fun videos our posts got crossposted by Bernie Sanders, 50501 California, Cheney/Adam K and Big Bear Latinos. (Trying to get Rachel Maddow).
Please help us keep up the momentum:
Together we are stronger!
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Jun 29
Thank you Lauren G and Nancy M for organizing and pulling off an epic MBDC parade event! Also to everyone who showed up at 7am to decorate and the brave bears that walked the parade or cheered us on! Shout out to Paul Chakalian, a business owner and community advocate currently running for Congress and Randall Putz, candidate for our California Assembly District 34. …..it was an honor you joined us. We were a hit!
With a black eye the Statue of Liberty and her BRAVE patriots proudly represented the MBDC in the Crestline Jamboree Parade. They were met with big cheers, excitement and happy smiles of fellowship. Apparently we actually have many community members who support our cause. Together we can make a difference and united we can overcome!
Power to the people!
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