http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage Latest media coverage of PICO National Network and its affiliates en-us http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/santa-ana-mom-helped-push-city-reform-measure Laura Garibay, a 38-year-old preschool teacher, became part of a core of residents who pushed for a Santa Ana transparency measure dubbed the Sunshine Ordinance. Civic Participation Orange County Congregation Community Organization (OCCCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/santa-ana-mom-helped-push-city-reform-measure Sat, 17 Nov 2012 11:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/4000-mass-homeowners-benefit-from-mortgage-settlement Nearly 4,000 Massachusetts borrowers have received some kind of housing-debt relief this year as part of a national mortgage settlement . Housing Opportunities Massachusetts Communities Action Network (MCAN) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/4000-mass-homeowners-benefit-from-mortgage-settlement Mon, 19 Nov 2012 11:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/san-jose-alum-rock-school-board-picks-ex-shirakawa-aide-to-fill-vacancy Ignoring calls to delay an appointment, the Alum Rock Union School Board named Andrea Flores Shelton to fill a vacant seat on the board. School Improvement People Acting in Community Together (PACT San Jose) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/san-jose-alum-rock-school-board-picks-ex-shirakawa-aide-to-fill-vacancy Wed, 21 Nov 2012 10:46:39 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/mercury-news-editorial-alum-rock-school-board-must-rebuild-community-trust Disregarding dozens of vocal community members asking them to wait, the Alum Rock School District board Monday night chose a trustee to fill the vacancy left by Darcie Green's recent appointment to the county school board. School Improvement People Acting in Community Together (PACT San Jose) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/mercury-news-editorial-alum-rock-school-board-must-rebuild-community-trust Tue, 20 Nov 2012 11:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/an-immigration-gift-that-keeps-on-giving Two out of every three undocumented immigrants in the United States has been in this country for more than a decade - working and contributing to our society. They are Americans in all but paper work. Youth Development PICO National Network http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/an-immigration-gift-that-keeps-on-giving Mon, 19 Nov 2012 11:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/toughen-standards-refugee-parents-say Burlington school officials asked to make immigrant children ready for college, careers School Improvement Vermont Interfaith Action (VIA) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/toughen-standards-refugee-parents-say Tue, 13 Nov 2012 15:49:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/new-americans-group-calls-for-school-reform School Improvement Vermont Interfaith Action (VIA) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/new-americans-group-calls-for-school-reform Tue, 13 Nov 2012 15:41:30 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/crescent-city-connection-tolls-extension-passes-after-orleans-counts-military-votes Proving that every vote counts , the faith leaders of The Micah Project in New Orleans helped to win a multi-parish ballot initiative by a margin of only 16 votes. Civic Participation Land of Opportunity The Micah Project http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/crescent-city-connection-tolls-extension-passes-after-orleans-counts-military-votes Tue, 13 Nov 2012 15:17:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/queens-residents-still-without-power-voice-concern-over-fema-con-ed-and-lipa-response After Hurricane Sandy, Howard Beach and Rockaway residents say they have been kept in the dark, literally and figuratively Safe Neighborhoods Queens Congregations United for Action (QCUA) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/queens-residents-still-without-power-voice-concern-over-fema-con-ed-and-lipa-response Tue, 13 Nov 2012 14:24:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/latino-voters-election-day-statement-give-my-parents-papers 2012 will go down as the year that Latino voters made it unequivocally clear that they are a guiding force of the nation’s future. Immigration Reform Civic Participation Land of Opportunity Together Colorado http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/latino-voters-election-day-statement-give-my-parents-papers Mon, 12 Nov 2012 11:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/clergy-and-community-leaders-celebrate-defeat-of-voter-restriction ISAIAH turns out faith voters to support a more inclusive democracy http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/clergy-and-community-leaders-celebrate-defeat-of-voter-restriction Fri, 09 Nov 2012 14:20:55 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/sacramento-looks-to-restore-budget-cuts-after-passage-of-sales-tax-hike Faith leaders hope some of the funds will be used to expand violence prevention programs. Lifelines to Healing Civic Participation Land of Opportunity Sacramento Area Congregations Together (ACT) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/sacramento-looks-to-restore-budget-cuts-after-passage-of-sales-tax-hike Fri, 09 Nov 2012 14:01:34 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/governor-prop-30-preserves-california-dream Now that voters have approved Proposition 30, supporters, including PICO California, say they will hold Gov. Jerry Brown to his promise to improve education. Land of Opportunity Civic Participation PICO California http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/governor-prop-30-preserves-california-dream Thu, 08 Nov 2012 11:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/dreamers-canvass-corona-elmhurst-for-election Undocumented residents ask Latinos in Corona, East Elmhurst, Rego Park to vote Economic Security Land of Opportunity Civic Participation Immigration Reform Queens Congregations United for Action (QCUA) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/dreamers-canvass-corona-elmhurst-for-election Thu, 08 Nov 2012 11:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/san-jose-voters-embrace-minimum-wage-hike Approval makes San Jose one of a few cities nationwide to set its own wage floor, even though businesses had argued the $2 hourly raise would only lead to fewer jobs. Land of Opportunity Civic Participation People Acting in Community Together (PACT San Jose) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/san-jose-voters-embrace-minimum-wage-hike Wed, 07 Nov 2012 11:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/election-2012-richmond-votes Today Richmond joins the nation in deciding who will run the country for the next four years, but voters will also consider the fate of local issues that have garnered national attention, from the City Council to Measure N. Land of Opportunity Civic Participation Contra Costa Interfaith Supporting Community Organization (CCISCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/election-2012-richmond-votes Tue, 06 Nov 2012 11:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/civil-rights-activist-reverend-jesse-jackson-urges-people-to-vote Nelson Pierce, pastor of Cincinnati's Beloved Community Church and the lead organizer for the AMOS project, a federation of congregations, is asking people to go vote after church on Sunday. Civic Participation Land of Opportunity The AMOS Project (AMOS) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/civil-rights-activist-reverend-jesse-jackson-urges-people-to-vote Sat, 03 Nov 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/valley-pastors-turn-off-cynicism-tune-in-values-on-election-day On Election Day, the most politically charged time of year, a group of Valley pastors is promoting a nonpartisan, ecumenical gathering around the Lord’s table. Land of Opportunity Civic Participation Ohio Prophetic Voices (OPV) PICO National Network http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/valley-pastors-turn-off-cynicism-tune-in-values-on-election-day Thu, 01 Nov 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/dont-let-election-bullies-keep-you-from-voting For every eligible citizen, there is an answer: Vote. Land of Opportunity Civic Participation The AMOS Project (AMOS) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/dont-let-election-bullies-keep-you-from-voting Wed, 31 Oct 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/election-2012-oakland-schools-get-out-the-youth-vote Students of Dewey Academy march from their campus to the Alameda County Registrar of Voters'. Oakland Community Organizations facilitated this march to allow students to post their absentee ballots. Civic Participation Land of Opportunity Oakland Community Organizations (OCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/election-2012-oakland-schools-get-out-the-youth-vote Wed, 31 Oct 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/berkeley-says-no-to-federal-immigration-detainers Protestors outside an ICE processing facility in Colorado call for an end to enforcement efforts Immigration Reform Berkeley Organizing Congregations for Action (BOCA) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/berkeley-says-no-to-federal-immigration-detainers Tue, 30 Oct 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/formerly-incarcerated-men-encourage-others-to-vote Johnny Valdepena, a 46-year-old Richmond resident who has spent more of his life in prison than out of it, will vote for the first time thanks in part, by outreach from CCISCO, a PICO federation. Lifelines to Healing Civic Participation Land of Opportunity Contra Costa Interfaith Supporting Community Organization (CCISCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/formerly-incarcerated-men-encourage-others-to-vote Tue, 30 Oct 2012 11:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/election-2012-proposition-30 Prop 30 would raise sales tax by a quarter of a percent and income tax by 1-3 percent on people making more than $250,000 a year, with most of the money going to prevent a $6 billion mid-year automatic “trigger” cut to public education. Land of Opportunity Civic Participation Contra Costa Interfaith Supporting Community Organization (CCISCO) PICO California http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/election-2012-proposition-30 Tue, 30 Oct 2012 11:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/pensacola-churches-help-faithful-cast-ballots-with-souls-to-the-polls-drive Souls to the Polls is a nationwide effort aimed particularly at African-American and Latino congregations to ensure that people of faith get to the ballot box. Civic Participation Land of Opportunity PICO United Florida http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/pensacola-churches-help-faithful-cast-ballots-with-souls-to-the-polls-drive Mon, 29 Oct 2012 11:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/grandma-please-get-me-out-of-jail-silicon-valley-elders-warned-about-this-scam-and-other-fraud Congregation Beth David and People Acting in Community Togetherorganized a meeting to bring awareness to the issue of elder fraud. Safe Neighborhoods People Acting in Community Together (PACT San Jose) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/grandma-please-get-me-out-of-jail-silicon-valley-elders-warned-about-this-scam-and-other-fraud Mon, 29 Oct 2012 11:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/fast-pray-vote-campaign-asks-christians-to-take-a-break-from-election-noise An evangelical Christian group in Ohio is offering some election advice: “Fast. Pray. Vote.” Land of Opportunity Ohio Prophetic Voices (OPV) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/fast-pray-vote-campaign-asks-christians-to-take-a-break-from-election-noise Sun, 28 Oct 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/souls-to-the-polls-carries-on-sunday-tradition The traditional day for early voting among black churches is the Sunday just before Election Day, but this year the Florida Legislature shortened the number of days for early voting, eliminating that Sunday. Civic Participation Land of Opportunity PICO United Florida http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/souls-to-the-polls-carries-on-sunday-tradition Sat, 27 Oct 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/thousands-heed-call-of-souls-to-the-polls-in-miami-statewide African-American religious and community leaders in Miami joined in a statewide ‘Souls to the Polls’ effort to turn out their followers to vote in this year’s tight presidential race. Land of Opportunity Civic Participation PICO United Florida http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/thousands-heed-call-of-souls-to-the-polls-in-miami-statewide Sat, 27 Oct 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/valley-rallies-around-mvoc-effort-for-good-jobs In what MVOC leaders called a “Rally for Valley Jobs,” state representatives, local government officials and surrogates for Ohio’s congressional delegation came to Youngstown’s North Side to answer questions on both the state and local economy. Economic Security Mahoning Valley Organizing Collaborative (MVOC) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/valley-rallies-around-mvoc-effort-for-good-jobs Fri, 26 Oct 2012 11:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/group-rallies-for-jobs Collaborative urges residents to get involved in economy Economic Security Mahoning Valley Organizing Collaborative (MVOC) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/group-rallies-for-jobs Fri, 26 Oct 2012 11:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/what-to-know-before-paul-ryans-poverty-speech Earlier this year, the PICO National Network, a grass-roots network of faith-based community organizations, condemned the Ryan budget for gutting anti-poverty initiatives. Economic Security PICO National Network http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/what-to-know-before-paul-ryans-poverty-speech Wed, 24 Oct 2012 11:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/dan-carpenter-can-do-helping-god-help When people held a prayer demonstration before a City-County Council hearing, onlookers may not have recognized it as an exercise in power. Yet it was one more stride by IndyCAN togi ve leadership to those accustomed to being left behind. Economic Security Indianapolis Congregation Action Network (IndyCAN) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/dan-carpenter-can-do-helping-god-help Tue, 23 Oct 2012 11:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/alliance-aims-to-alter-school-to-prison-path Groups, including Birmingham Faith in Action, form the Alabama Youth Justice Alliance. Youth Development School Improvement Lifelines to Healing Birmingham Faith In Action http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/alliance-aims-to-alter-school-to-prison-path Tue, 16 Oct 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/local-organization-encourages-neighbors-to-vote One non-partisan group is working to change that by getting their message out -- that you -- and your vote -- matter. Land of Opportunity Civic Participation San Diego Organizing Project (SDOP) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/local-organization-encourages-neighbors-to-vote Fri, 12 Oct 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/dear-john-oakland-residents-are-sending-your-license-plate-number-to-the-cops The Dear John letter campaign is a community initiative aimed at reducing prostitution. Safe Neighborhoods Oakland Community Organizations (OCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/dear-john-oakland-residents-are-sending-your-license-plate-number-to-the-cops Fri, 12 Oct 2012 14:07:02 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/why-young-people-are-setting-time-aside-for-faith In spiritual communities across the country — from Jewish worship groups such as Washington’s DC Minyan and Los Angeles’s IKAR to churches too numerous to count — young people come together each week to collectively “power down” from the busy world. Other Issues San Francisco Organizing Project (SFOP) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/why-young-people-are-setting-time-aside-for-faith Thu, 11 Oct 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/proposal-puts-schools-other-vital-public-services-at-risk The funny thing about Amendment 3 is that most people haven't even heard about it. Wolves in disguise don't usually announce their arrival. Land of Opportunity Civic Participation Federation of Congregations United to Serve (FOCUS) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/proposal-puts-schools-other-vital-public-services-at-risk Tue, 09 Oct 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/event-to-help-counter-high-unemployment-low-graduations A group of community and church leaders are coming together to help Northern Nevada fix its unemployment and graduation rates. Economic Security School Improvement Acting in Community Together in Organizing Northern Nevada (ACTIONN) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/event-to-help-counter-high-unemployment-low-graduations Tue, 09 Oct 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/faith-group-aims-to-spark-change-in-community ACTIONN — Acting in Community Together in Organizing Northern Nevada — holds its public launch at St. Therese Church of the Little Flower. Economic Security School Improvement Acting in Community Together in Organizing Northern Nevada (ACTIONN) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/faith-group-aims-to-spark-change-in-community Sat, 06 Oct 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/faith-group-aims-to-spark-change-in-communities What started a couple of years ago with a small group of local clergy members discussing community issues and action debuts Tuesday as a faith-based organization eager to address education and jobs. Economic Security School Improvement Acting in Community Together in Organizing Northern Nevada (ACTIONN) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/faith-group-aims-to-spark-change-in-communities Sat, 06 Oct 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/locals-blast-bloomberg-on-flushing-park-plans 500 Queens residents tell Mayor Bloomberg that the community is not going to sit idly by while their park is sold to real estate moguls. Economic Security Safe Neighborhoods Queens Congregations United for Action (QCUA) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/locals-blast-bloomberg-on-flushing-park-plans Tue, 02 Oct 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/vt-religious-groups-work-together-to-take-action Vermont Interfaith Action started about seven years ago. It's made up of groups from many religious backgrounds with one goal-- to help empower citizens to address problems on their own, from transportation issues to finding housing for homeless people. Vermont Interfaith Action (VIA) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/vt-religious-groups-work-together-to-take-action Mon, 01 Oct 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/churches-using-souls-to-polls-to-rally-vote It's not just the collection plate that's getting passed around this fall at hundreds of mainly African-American and Latino churches in presidential battleground states and across the nation. Civic Participation Land of Opportunity PICO National Network http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/churches-using-souls-to-polls-to-rally-vote Mon, 01 Oct 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/protesters-amendment-3-will-slice-spending-on-social-services Florida religious leaders, labor unions and senior citizens marched to the state Capitol on Monday to protest a proposed constitutional amendment they say will lead to massive cuts to education and social services. Land of Opportunity PICO United Florida http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/protesters-amendment-3-will-slice-spending-on-social-services Mon, 01 Oct 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/on-amendment-3-fight-over-how-tightly-to-cap-taxes An amendment before Florida voters on the November ballot would tighten the state’s rarely-used revenue cap, something supporters say will restrain reckless spending but opponents say would gut vital services. Land of Opportunity PICO United Florida http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/on-amendment-3-fight-over-how-tightly-to-cap-taxes Mon, 01 Oct 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/jacksonville-police-firefighters-opposed-to-amendment-3 One of the proposed constitutional amendments Florida voters will decide next month would put a cap on state spending. Land of Opportunity PICO United Florida http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/jacksonville-police-firefighters-opposed-to-amendment-3 Mon, 01 Oct 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/preachers-say-no-on-amendment-3 Church pastors from Pensacola, Orlando and Miami stood on the steps of the Old Capitol to denounce state constitutional Amendment 3 as a bad idea. Land of Opportunity PICO United Florida http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/preachers-say-no-on-amendment-3 Mon, 01 Oct 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/calif-gov-jerry-brown-vetoes-trust-act-immigration-bill California Gov. Jerry Brown on Sunday vetoed the TRUST Act, legislation that would have limited how local law enforcement implement Secure Communities. Immigration Reform PICO California http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/calif-gov-jerry-brown-vetoes-trust-act-immigration-bill Mon, 01 Oct 2012 14:55:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/mother-bethel-congregants-reschedule-worship-for-a-different-kind-of-service-registering-voters Church service was canceled so that congregants could register people to vote as part of a national campaign known as "Let My People Vote." Land of Opportunity Philadelphians Organized to Witness Empower and Rebuild (POWER) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/mother-bethel-congregants-reschedule-worship-for-a-different-kind-of-service-registering-voters Mon, 01 Oct 2012 13:45:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/opposition-to-amendment-3s-spending-caps-rallies-at-state-capitol Florida religious leaders, labor unions and senior citizens marched to the state Capitol on Monday to protest a proposed constitutional amendment they say will lead to massive cuts to education and crucial social services. Land of Opportunity PICO United Florida http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/opposition-to-amendment-3s-spending-caps-rallies-at-state-capitol Sun, 30 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/groups-opposed-to-proposed-amendment-limiting-state-revenue-more-active-than-those-supporting-it A proposed amendment that would change the formula for limiting the amount of revenue Florida can collect each year from taxes and fees would either rein in willy-nilly government spending or cause Draconian cutbacks to education, roads and schools. Land of Opportunity PICO United Florida http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/groups-opposed-to-proposed-amendment-limiting-state-revenue-more-active-than-those-supporting-it Sun, 30 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/group-marches-against-amendment-3 Opponents of Amendment 3 — a revised cap on government revenue — marched to the Historic Capitol on Monday and described the proposal as a wolf in sheep’s clothing. http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/group-marches-against-amendment-3 Sun, 30 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/rally-against-public-safety-budget-cut Lifelines to Healing Indianapolis Congregation Action Network (IndyCAN) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/rally-against-public-safety-budget-cut Sun, 30 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/churches-register-voters-combat-disenfranchisement Let My People Vote is a national effort focused on registering voters particularly among low-income communities and communities of color. Civic Participation Land of Opportunity Moving in Congregations Acting in Hope (MICAH) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/churches-register-voters-combat-disenfranchisement Sun, 30 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/clergy-march-on-the-capitol A group of clergy members say an amendment on the November ballot would make tough times tougher for schools and families in Florida. Land of Opportunity Civic Participation PICO United Florida http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/clergy-march-on-the-capitol Sun, 30 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/florida-citizens-rally-against-amendment-3 Amendment would tie spending limits to consumer prices, population Civic Participation Land of Opportunity PICO United Florida http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/florida-citizens-rally-against-amendment-3 Sun, 30 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/opponents-of-smart-cap-rally-at-floridas-capitol One of the proposed constitutional amendments Florida voters will decide next month would put a cap on state spending. Civic Participation Land of Opportunity PICO United Florida http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/opponents-of-smart-cap-rally-at-floridas-capitol Sun, 30 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/clergy-members-protest-amendment-3 Protesters gathered at the steps of Florida's Old Capitol to protest Amendment 3. Land of Opportunity Civic Participation PICO United Florida http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/clergy-members-protest-amendment-3 Sun, 30 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/brown-vetoes-limits-on-law-enforcement-cooperation-with-immigration-authorities Gov. Jerry Brown vetoed a bill tonight that would have limited local law enforcement’s ability to cooperate with federal immigration authorities. Immigration Reform People Acting in Community Together (PACT San Jose) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/brown-vetoes-limits-on-law-enforcement-cooperation-with-immigration-authorities Sat, 29 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/an-uphill-battle Resident fights and faces down foreclosure. Housing Opportunities http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/an-uphill-battle Sat, 29 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/home-remedy-doctors-office-in-camden-high-rise-is-an-er-alternative Residents of one Camden, N.J., high-rise — Northgate II — now have a new health-care option, a doctor's office in the ground floor of the building. Health Care Access Camden Churches Organized for People (CCOP) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/home-remedy-doctors-office-in-camden-high-rise-is-an-er-alternative Thu, 27 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/stockton-adopts-operation-ceasefire It its latest effort to combat out-of-control violent crime, Stockton approves implementing "Operation Ceasefire." Lifelines to Healing People and Congregations Together (PACT Stockton) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/stockton-adopts-operation-ceasefire Wed, 26 Sep 2012 11:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/neighbors-want-say-in-parks-future Hundreds in Corona question Flushing Meadows Park proposals Safe Neighborhoods Queens Congregations United for Action (QCUA) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/neighbors-want-say-in-parks-future Thu, 20 Sep 2012 14:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/coalition-says-restrictions-on-voting-rights-have-reached-a-state-of-emergency A broad coalition of civil rights, social justice and faith-based organizations, and groups representing communities of color declared a "state of emergency" on voting rights in the U.S. Land of Opportunity PICO National Network http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/coalition-says-restrictions-on-voting-rights-have-reached-a-state-of-emergency Wed, 19 Sep 2012 14:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/saving-the-super-users New program seeks to cut medical costs by targeting frequent hospital patients Health Care Access San Diego Organizing Project (SDOP) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/saving-the-super-users Tue, 18 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/voice-opposition-to-flushing-meadows-plan Five hundred Queens residents gathered Monday evening at a Catholic church in Corona — and they were not happy. Safe Neighborhoods Queens Congregations United for Action (QCUA) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/voice-opposition-to-flushing-meadows-plan Tue, 18 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/with-bills-on-his-desk-jerry-brown-hears-from-celebs-clerics As Gov. Jerry Brown considers whether to sign or veto 700 bills on his desk, he is getting an earful from all quarters, including Hollywood celebrities and a group of lobbyists who serve a higher calling. Immigration Reform PICO California http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/with-bills-on-his-desk-jerry-brown-hears-from-celebs-clerics Mon, 17 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/at-a-flushing-meadows-corona-park-meeting-in-corona-dana-rubinstein A Major League Soccer stadium may be a good fit for Flushing Meadows Corona Par, but as a packed Monday night meeting made clear, the project won't materialize without a fight. Safe Neighborhoods Queens Congregations United for Action (QCUA) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/at-a-flushing-meadows-corona-park-meeting-in-corona-dana-rubinstein Mon, 17 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/new-data-released-on-immigrant-integration-and-progress-in-ca New data reporting on how well immigrants have integrated and progressed in California has recently been released by the University of Southern California’s Center on Immigration Integration. http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/new-data-released-on-immigrant-integration-and-progress-in-ca Mon, 17 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/homeowners-tell-top-white-house-officials-bold-solutions-now PICO National Network and our partners in the New Bottom Line were among 150 housing advocates, civil rights leaders and counselors who joined a special White House Housing Summit. Housing Opportunities http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/homeowners-tell-top-white-house-officials-bold-solutions-now Sun, 16 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/simmons-and-dolich-rejecting-payday-lending-bill-protects-consumers Pennsylvania clergy oppose payday lending bill Economic Security Congregations United for Neighborhood Action (CUNA) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/simmons-and-dolich-rejecting-payday-lending-bill-protects-consumers Fri, 14 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/propositions-30-and-38-go-head-to-head Oakland Community Organizations held a phone bank in support of Proposition 30 would raise $60 billion a year for school and public safety. Land of Opportunity Oakland Community Organizations (OCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/propositions-30-and-38-go-head-to-head Thu, 13 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/group-rallies-in-opposition-to-proposed-amendment-3 Members of the Florida Parent Teacher Association, along with other activists, kicked off a campaign Thursday morning to fight Amendment 3 on the November ballot. Civic Participation Land of Opportunity PICO United Florida http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/group-rallies-in-opposition-to-proposed-amendment-3 Wed, 12 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/amendment-3-stirs-up-opposition-from-teachers-parents Group says students will become victims to Amendment 3 Land of Opportunity Civic Participation PICO United Florida Federation of Congregations United to Serve (FOCUS) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/amendment-3-stirs-up-opposition-from-teachers-parents Wed, 12 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/activists-back-away-from-ballot-initiative-legal-fight Facing a looming deadline, Missourians for Responsible Lending and Give Missourians a Raise dropped efforts to get two initiatives on the ballot in November. Economic Security Communities Creating Opportunity (CCO) Missouri Faith Voices http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/activists-back-away-from-ballot-initiative-legal-fight Sun, 09 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/neighbors-see-less-harm-from-foreclosure A report by Federal Reserve Bank of Boston researchers disputes a long-held belief that foreclosures don’t just affect people who lose their homes, but also significantly drag down the values of nearby properties. Housing Opportunities Massachusetts Communities Action Network (MCAN) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/neighbors-see-less-harm-from-foreclosure Sun, 09 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/education-rallies-begin-for-school-funding-tax-measures Inland Congregations United for Change event featured Riverside County Superintendent of Schools Kenneth Young speaking in support of Prop. 30, a ballot measure that supporters say will prevent $6 billion in cuts to public schools. Civic Participation School Improvement Land of Opportunity Inland Congregations United for Change (ICUC) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/education-rallies-begin-for-school-funding-tax-measures Fri, 07 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/contra-costa-tables-controversial-jail-expansion Contra Costa officials announced at an emotionally-charged meeting Thursday morning that they would postpone a decision to build more jail beds and instead look into alternative solutions to reduce prison populations. Lifelines to Healing Immigration Reform Contra Costa Interfaith Supporting Community Organization (CCISCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/contra-costa-tables-controversial-jail-expansion Thu, 06 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/the-truth-in-love If there is one issue that should cut through partisan bickering and distortion, it ought to be the desire for all eligible people to vote, and to make voting opportunities as easy and accessible as possible. Land of Opportunity Civic Participation Ohio Prophetic Voices (OPV) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/the-truth-in-love Thu, 06 Sep 2012 13:52:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/editorial-payday-loan-industry-sinks-to-new-low-in-defending-greed The decision to suspend efforts to get initiatives on the ballot to cap the payday loans means that the ballot initiative — one of the last methods left for groups of average citizens to try to change the law — is endangered. Economic Security Communities Creating Opportunity (CCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/editorial-payday-loan-industry-sinks-to-new-low-in-defending-greed Wed, 05 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/clinton-makes-the-heart-case-for-medicaid Public opinion polls show that, by wide margins, Americans support Medicaid and don't want to see it Health Care Access http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/clinton-makes-the-heart-case-for-medicaid Wed, 05 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/the-stars-editorial-and-so-died-worthy-ballot-proposals-on-payday-loans-minimum-wage The payday loan industry didn’t want to argue its case to Missouri voters. So it pulled out all the stops to keep an initiative to cap interest rates off of the November ballot. Sadly, it has succeeded. Economic Security Communities Creating Opportunity (CCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/the-stars-editorial-and-so-died-worthy-ballot-proposals-on-payday-loans-minimum-wage Wed, 05 Sep 2012 15:57:44 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/deportation-relief-spurring-young-immigrants-to-graduate-or-return-to-school As the fall semester begins, thousands of Bay Area high school students now have another reason to graduate, and thousands of young adults have a reason to return to school. Immigration Reform Oakland Community Organizations (OCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/deportation-relief-spurring-young-immigrants-to-graduate-or-return-to-school Mon, 03 Sep 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/training-on-workplace-safety-and-workers-rights Workers who spend their days on construction sites, or routinely handle landscaping equipment, spent hours at St. Joseph Pro-Cathedal Parish here to learn about workplace safety and what to do if their rights are violated. Land of Opportunity Camden Churches Organized for People (CCOP) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/training-on-workplace-safety-and-workers-rights Wed, 29 Aug 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/faith-leaders-march-through-parramore-proclaiming-let-my-people-vote The silent march paid tribute to the 1.3 million Floridians who have lost their right to vote as a result of new rules that require formerly incarcerated citizens to wait seven to 13 years before their voting rights can be restored. Lifelines to Healing Federation of Congregations United to Serve (FOCUS) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/faith-leaders-march-through-parramore-proclaiming-let-my-people-vote Fri, 24 Aug 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/volunteers-rebuild-allentowns-franklin-park-playground Volunteers pitch in to help rebuild Allentown's Franklin Park playground. Safe Neighborhoods Congregations United for Neighborhood Action (CUNA) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/volunteers-rebuild-allentowns-franklin-park-playground Fri, 24 Aug 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/secretary-of-state-under-fire-over-inactive-voters Rule allows clerks to skip mailing to ‘inactive’ voters Land of Opportunity Together Colorado http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/secretary-of-state-under-fire-over-inactive-voters Thu, 23 Aug 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/underwater-homeowners-protesting A new group made up of frustrated homeowners who owe more on their homes than they are currently worth say that they could be a decisive vote in key swing states in November. Housing Opportunities PICO National Network http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/underwater-homeowners-protesting Tue, 21 Aug 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/indycan-group-urges-city-spend-500k-in-new-violence-prevention-plan Indianapolis’ $65 million budget deficit for 2013, a coalition of Indianapolis church congregations is urging city officials to invest $500,000 in next year’s budget to fund a new violence prevention initiative. Lifelines to Healing Indianapolis Congregation Action Network (IndyCAN) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/indycan-group-urges-city-spend-500k-in-new-violence-prevention-plan Mon, 20 Aug 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/group-wants-birmingham-to-add-restrictions-on-payday-loan-stores Birmingham Faith in Action is calling for the city to adopt a zoning policy which would mandate that new payday loan stores cannot operate within a mile of an existing one. Economic Security Neighborhood Revitalization Birmingham Faith In Action http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/group-wants-birmingham-to-add-restrictions-on-payday-loan-stores Sun, 19 Aug 2012 20:13:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/neighborhood-groups-work-to-address-arena CUNA has joined with local groups to create the Allentown Community Benefit Coalition with the goal of developing a list of ways the arena should benefit surrounding neighborhoods. Neighborhood Revitalization Congregations United for Neighborhood Action (CUNA) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/neighborhood-groups-work-to-address-arena Fri, 17 Aug 2012 21:17:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/dream-act-students-and-clergy-hold-event-at-grace-cathedral Faith leaders joined DREAM Act students on the steps of Grace Cathedral to celebrate deferred action and urge Governor Brown to sign the Trust Act. Immigration Reform San Francisco Organizing Project (SFOP) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/dream-act-students-and-clergy-hold-event-at-grace-cathedral Fri, 17 Aug 2012 14:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/local-immigrants-and-advocates-celebrate-deferred-deportation-warn-of-scams Immigrants and advocates in San Francisco Wednesday celebrated the start of the federal government's new deferred deportation policy, but at the same time urged young people applying for the program to make sure they get good legal advice. Immigration Reform San Francisco Organizing Project (SFOP) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/local-immigrants-and-advocates-celebrate-deferred-deportation-warn-of-scams Wed, 15 Aug 2012 21:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/give-parents-and-students-a-voice-in-teacher-evaluations PICO California believes that those most directly affected by effective or ineffective teaching, the students and their families, have knowledge that is critically important, and should be included as full partners in the teacher evaluation process. School Improvement PICO California Oakland Community Organizations (OCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/give-parents-and-students-a-voice-in-teacher-evaluations Wed, 15 Aug 2012 15:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/young-undocumented-mull-new-work-permits In response to concerns, several Bay Area nonprofits, churches and others are sponsoring forums where potential applicants can learn about the new rules and talk with accredited immigration lawyers. Immigration Reform Oakland Community Organizations (OCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/young-undocumented-mull-new-work-permits Wed, 15 Aug 2012 08:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/fighting-crime-at-the-grass-roots Ceasefire is a carrot-and-stick approach to wrongdoers that's been tried in other cities -- and in Indianapolis in the 1990s -- with success. Lifelines to Healing Indianapolis Congregation Action Network (IndyCAN) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/fighting-crime-at-the-grass-roots Tue, 14 Aug 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/for-many-undocumented-youth-applying-for-deferred-action-today-marks-immigration-milestone Today, hundreds of thousands of young undocumented immigrants can apply for temporary work permits under President Barack Obama's deferred action initiative. That figure includes tens of thousands of New Yorkers. Immigration Reform Queens Congregations United for Action (QCUA) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/for-many-undocumented-youth-applying-for-deferred-action-today-marks-immigration-milestone Tue, 14 Aug 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/indycan-operation-ceasefire Indianapolis Congregational Action Network (IndyCAN) and community members, kicked off their Operation Ceasefire (Lifelines to Healing) campaign. Lifelines to Healing Indianapolis Congregation Action Network (IndyCAN) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/indycan-operation-ceasefire Mon, 13 Aug 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/activists-walk-mean-streets-seeking-answers Wednesday's action is part of an ongoing movement by PACT to provide outreach to some of Stockton's most impoverished and crime-plagued communities. Lifelines to Healing Safe Neighborhoods People and Congregations Together (PACT Stockton) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/activists-walk-mean-streets-seeking-answers Thu, 09 Aug 2012 14:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/opv-promotes-biblical-justice Fifteen years ago, University Christian Church in Cincinnati was the first white, Evangelical church to join The Amos Project, a group focused on developing the leadership skills of low-income and working families. Civic Participation Ohio Prophetic Voices (OPV) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/opv-promotes-biblical-justice Thu, 02 Aug 2012 11:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/affordable-housing-comes-full-circle Talmadge Senior Village, which provides housing for low-income seniors, was one of the projects funded by a $55-million bond approved on Housing Day in 2002. Housing Opportunities San Diego Organizing Project (SDOP) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/affordable-housing-comes-full-circle Wed, 01 Aug 2012 11:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/coalition-latino-voice-needed-to-ease-tension-in-anaheim Group of leaders from across Anaheim says council with 8 district reps needed for fair representation. Land of Opportunity Orange County Congregation Community Organization (OCCCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/coalition-latino-voice-needed-to-ease-tension-in-anaheim Tue, 31 Jul 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/ramadan-dinner-sign-of-inland-interfaith-efforts The Saturday night Ramadan dinner I attended at Riverside City Hall is yet another example of Inland religious and civic leaders working hard to promote interfaith relations Land of Opportunity Inland Congregations United for Change (ICUC) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/ramadan-dinner-sign-of-inland-interfaith-efforts Mon, 30 Jul 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/activists-wants-to-help-l-a-to-fight-lawsuit-on-vehicle-impound-policy CHIRLA, LA Voice, represented by attorneys for the ACLU Foundation, filed papers Wednesday asking a judge to allow them to intervene and help the city defend the impound policy in court Immigration Reform L.A. Voice http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/activists-wants-to-help-l-a-to-fight-lawsuit-on-vehicle-impound-policy Sat, 28 Jul 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/hotspotting-health-revolution-comes-to-aurora The Colorado community devastated by a mass killing will now become one of only four sites selected for the most promising revolution in health care: hotspotting. Health Care Access Together Colorado http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/hotspotting-health-revolution-comes-to-aurora Fri, 27 Jul 2012 14:39:41 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/united-interfaith-action-launches-job-growth-campaign United Interfaith Action of Southeastern Massachusetts successfully launched a five-year jobs campaign Economic Security United Interfaith Action of Southeastern Massachusetts (UIA) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/united-interfaith-action-launches-job-growth-campaign Wed, 25 Jul 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/assistant-sheriff-defends-departments-role-in-north-richmond The majority of North Richmond of the neighborhood, which took shape to house African-American shipyard workers during World War II, is in unincorporated Contra Costa County and relies on the sheriff for policing. Lifelines to Healing Contra Costa Interfaith Supporting Community Organization (CCISCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/assistant-sheriff-defends-departments-role-in-north-richmond Mon, 23 Jul 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/governors-who-refuse-medicaid-expansion-put-politics-ahead-of-people While progressives cheered and conservatives railed against the Supreme Court's surprising health care decision, the real world consequences of the ruling for people who most need the protections of the new health law were decidedly mixed. Health Care Access PICO National Network http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/governors-who-refuse-medicaid-expansion-put-politics-ahead-of-people Mon, 23 Jul 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/california-faith-group-helps-move-750000-in-customer-funds-from-wall-street-banks Faith In Community has led efforts to remove 750,000 from big banks. Economic Security Faith in Community http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/california-faith-group-helps-move-750000-in-customer-funds-from-wall-street-banks Sun, 22 Jul 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/massachusetts-house-senate-committee-to-craft-jobs-bill Lewis Finfer, director of the Massachusetts Communities Action Network, a nonprofit advocacy group, said the funding would help many unemployed workers find jobs. Economic Security Youth Development http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/massachusetts-house-senate-committee-to-craft-jobs-bill Fri, 20 Jul 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/massachusetts-foreclosure-activity-slows-in-june Foreclosure activity in Massachusetts slowed in June, compared to May, fueling cautious optimism that the state’s housing crisis may be stabilizing. Economic Security Massachusetts Communities Action Network (MCAN) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/massachusetts-foreclosure-activity-slows-in-june Thu, 19 Jul 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/violence-provention-experts-come-to-baton-rouge Lifelines to Healing tour stops in Baton Rouge Lifelines to Healing Working Interfaith Network (WIN) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/violence-provention-experts-come-to-baton-rouge Wed, 18 Jul 2012 12:47:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/santa-ana-will-study-creation-of-ethics-panel A Santa Ana City Council ad hoc committee will look at the possibility of an oversight committee that could look at a variety of ethics-related issues. Other Issues Orange County Congregation Community Organization (OCCCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/santa-ana-will-study-creation-of-ethics-panel Tue, 17 Jul 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/big-banks-have-new-foe-in-fresno-faith-group A Fresno faith group urged people to move their money out of five large banks, blaming the corporations for bad home loans, foreclosures and the nation's struggling economy. Housing Opportunities Faith in Community http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/big-banks-have-new-foe-in-fresno-faith-group Thu, 12 Jul 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/community-joins-forces-near-site-of-brazen-slaying Not far from the spot where a 23-year-old man was shot and killed while sitting on a park bench in the afternoon, people from the neighborhood joined community groups to try to put an end to the violence that has hit Stockton, California. Lifelines to Healing People and Congregations Together (PACT Stockton) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/community-joins-forces-near-site-of-brazen-slaying Thu, 12 Jul 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/contra-costa-seeks-more-jail-beds-in-richmond With the numbers of newly sentenced inmates and parole violators vastly exceeding projections, the Contra Costa County sheriff unveils plans for a 150-bed expansion at the West Contra Costa Detention Facility in Richmond. Lifelines to Healing Contra Costa Interfaith Supporting Community Organization (CCISCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/contra-costa-seeks-more-jail-beds-in-richmond Wed, 11 Jul 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/brockton-switches-banks-for-payroll Health Care Access Brockton Interfaith Community (BIC) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/brockton-switches-banks-for-payroll Wed, 11 Jul 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/governor-jerry-brown-signs-landmark-foreclosure-legislation-into-law PICO California http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/governor-jerry-brown-signs-landmark-foreclosure-legislation-into-law Tue, 10 Jul 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/east-county-march-against-violence-marchers Nearly a dozen congregations from the area have joined the movement that aims to bring hope and address the issue of violence in East County Lifelines to Healing Contra Costa Interfaith Supporting Community Organization (CCISCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/east-county-march-against-violence-marchers Sun, 08 Jul 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/east-county-marches-against-violence About 40 faith, community leaders and residents from Antioch and East County joined together on Sunday night, July 8, 2012 to march against violence in Antioch. Lifelines to Healing http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/east-county-marches-against-violence Sat, 07 Jul 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/cafe-field-workers-seek-out-new-voters Land of Opportunity Comunidades en Accion y de Fe (CAFe) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/cafe-field-workers-seek-out-new-voters Sat, 07 Jul 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/volunteers-hit-richmond-streets-to-keep-the-peace "Ceasefire isn't a program, it's a movement, a campaign," said the Rev. Eugene Jackson, an organizer at Contra Costa Interfaith Supporting Community Organization, one of the coordinating agencies. Lifelines to Healing Contra Costa Interfaith Supporting Community Organization (CCISCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/volunteers-hit-richmond-streets-to-keep-the-peace Fri, 06 Jul 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/federal-innovation-funding-awarded-to-kc-for-healthcare-pilot-project Health Care Access Communities Creating Opportunity (CCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/federal-innovation-funding-awarded-to-kc-for-healthcare-pilot-project Mon, 02 Jul 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/after-the-99-spring-what-comes-next An interview with Ilana Berger and Tracy Van Slyke of The New Bottom Line. http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/after-the-99-spring-what-comes-next Sun, 01 Jul 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/religious-coalition-lobbies-for-hiring-of-poor-unemployed-for-airport-expansion The lure of thousands of jobs at a bigger Philadelphia International Airport has prompted a campaign by local religious congregations for preferential hiring for unemployed and poor Philadelphians. Economic Security Philadelphians Organized to Witness Empower and Rebuild (POWER) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/religious-coalition-lobbies-for-hiring-of-poor-unemployed-for-airport-expansion Wed, 27 Jun 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/after-hundreds-turned-out-for-forums-is-phila-city-council-promising-anything-to-power Neighborhood groups in Philadelphia are calling for their fair share of jobs that will be created while expanding Philadelphia International Airport. Economic Security Philadelphians Organized to Witness Empower and Rebuild (POWER) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/after-hundreds-turned-out-for-forums-is-phila-city-council-promising-anything-to-power Sun, 24 Jun 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/alabama-presbyterians-pursue-social-justice-with-other-faith-group Through Birmingham Faith in Action (BFIA, First Presbyterian joins forces with 24 other churches who all share a desire to address Birmingham’s public safety and economic opportunity and dignity. Birmingham Faith In Action http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/alabama-presbyterians-pursue-social-justice-with-other-faith-group Sat, 23 Jun 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/activists-mobilize-for-reform Faith communities press city officials to maintain human services in a time of drastic cuts. Civic Participation Land of Opportunity Berkeley Organizing Congregations for Action (BOCA) PICO National Network http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/activists-mobilize-for-reform Sat, 23 Jun 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/warren-fights-image-of-massage-parlors-after-raids-find-suspected-prostitution The Fantacy Spa is one of eight massage parlors raided by state agents and Warren police involving allegations of prostitution. . Safe Neighborhoods Mahoning Valley Organizing Collaborative (MVOC) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/warren-fights-image-of-massage-parlors-after-raids-find-suspected-prostitution Fri, 22 Jun 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/immigration-policy-shift-creates-benefits-for-k-12-students-schools The new Obama administration policy, which grants qualifying young people a two-year reprieve from deportation and the possibility of legal employment, already has encouraged many illegal immigrant students. Immigration Reform School Improvement Youth Development Together Colorado http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/immigration-policy-shift-creates-benefits-for-k-12-students-schools Thu, 21 Jun 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/many-questions-unanswered-in-starting-obama-deportation-waiver Federal officials have 60 days to prepare for an onslaught of young illegal immigrants eager to apply for "deferred" deportation and work permits under the recently announced Obama administration directive. Immigration Reform Youth Development Together Colorado http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/many-questions-unanswered-in-starting-obama-deportation-waiver Thu, 21 Jun 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/power-forum-held-at-st-raymond-church On June 18, nearly 300 members and allies of congregations in Northwest Philadelphia affiliated with POWER, , gathered at St. Raymond Catholic Church for the organization’s third Economic Justice Forum. Economic Security Philadelphians Organized to Witness Empower and Rebuild (POWER) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/power-forum-held-at-st-raymond-church Mon, 18 Jun 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/rutgers-penn-receive-health-care-awards The Rutgers Center for State Health Policy will receive $14.3 million to expand care-management programs developed by the Camden Coalition of Healthcare Providers to four other cities, including Allentown, Pa. Health Care Access Camden Churches Organized for People (CCOP) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/rutgers-penn-receive-health-care-awards Sun, 17 Jun 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/feds-to-fund-a-dr-hotspot-program-in-allentown Allentown community health officials learned they will share in a $14.3 million federal innovation grant to operate a "hotspot model" of care. "We're really thrilled," said Joshua Chisholm, director of Congregations United for Neighborhood Action Health Care Access Congregations United for Neighborhood Action (CUNA) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/feds-to-fund-a-dr-hotspot-program-in-allentown Sun, 17 Jun 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/airport-jobs-would-empower-community Economic Security Philadelphians Organized to Witness Empower and Rebuild (POWER) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/airport-jobs-would-empower-community Wed, 13 Jun 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/richmond-residents-take-to-the-street-pass-out-fliers-to-stop-gun-violence http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/richmond-residents-take-to-the-street-pass-out-fliers-to-stop-gun-violence Sun, 03 Jun 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/collaborative-plans-fight-for-ohio-jobs Economic Security Mahoning Valley Organizing Collaborative (MVOC) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/collaborative-plans-fight-for-ohio-jobs Sat, 02 Jun 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/beyond-the-limits-of-labels Land of Opportunity http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/beyond-the-limits-of-labels Sat, 02 Jun 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/camden-law-enforcement-struggles-to-keep-up-with-the-violence Lifelines to Healing Camden Churches Organized for People (CCOP) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/camden-law-enforcement-struggles-to-keep-up-with-the-violence Fri, 01 Jun 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/cops-raid-8-massage-parlors-in-warren Safe Neighborhoods Mahoning Valley Organizing Collaborative (MVOC) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/cops-raid-8-massage-parlors-in-warren Wed, 30 May 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/speaking-truth-to-power-formerly-homeless-share-their-experiences Economic Security Housing Opportunities Land of Opportunity Vermont Interfaith Action (VIA) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/speaking-truth-to-power-formerly-homeless-share-their-experiences Wed, 30 May 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/follow-the-money-on-mass-incarceration-in-louisiana-a-letter-to-the-editor Lifelines to Healing The Micah Project http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/follow-the-money-on-mass-incarceration-in-louisiana-a-letter-to-the-editor Thu, 24 May 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/menlo-park-to-come-up-with-1975-more-homes-under-terms-of-legal-settlement Housing Opportunities Peninsula Interfaith Action (PIA) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/menlo-park-to-come-up-with-1975-more-homes-under-terms-of-legal-settlement Thu, 24 May 2012 16:10:02 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/churches-tread-lightly-on-politics-in-2012-election PICO National Network http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/churches-tread-lightly-on-politics-in-2012-election Sun, 20 May 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/obama-could-have-a-prayer-among-ohios-white-evangelicals Ohio Prophetic Voices (OPV) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/obama-could-have-a-prayer-among-ohios-white-evangelicals Fri, 18 May 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/los-angeles-adopts-responsible-banking-ordinance Economic Security Brooklyn Congregations United (BCU) L.A. Voice http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/los-angeles-adopts-responsible-banking-ordinance Wed, 16 May 2012 10:36:04 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/catholics-support-major-justice-reform Lifelines to Healing The AMOS Project (AMOS) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/catholics-support-major-justice-reform Sun, 13 May 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/louisiana-is-the-worlds-prison-capital Lifelines to Healing The Micah Project http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/louisiana-is-the-worlds-prison-capital Sat, 12 May 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/legal-stigma-needs-mark-of-cain-grace Lifelines to Healing The AMOS Project (AMOS) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/legal-stigma-needs-mark-of-cain-grace Thu, 10 May 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/inn-supporters-bring-on-john-barrett Economic Security The AMOS Project (AMOS) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/inn-supporters-bring-on-john-barrett Wed, 09 May 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/group-aims-to-stop-school-officers-from-using-mace-on-students Economic Security School Improvement Birmingham Faith In Action http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/group-aims-to-stop-school-officers-from-using-mace-on-students Wed, 09 May 2012 15:09:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/faith-groups-want-change-in-how-mace-is-used-in-schools Economic Security School Improvement Birmingham Faith In Action http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/faith-groups-want-change-in-how-mace-is-used-in-schools Wed, 09 May 2012 15:03:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/are-payday-loans-too-difficult-to-pay Economic Security Communities Creating Opportunity (CCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/are-payday-loans-too-difficult-to-pay Sun, 06 May 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/insurance-whistle-blower-to-speak Health Care Access Together Colorado http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/insurance-whistle-blower-to-speak Fri, 04 May 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/summit-seeks-changes-in-prison-system Lifelines to Healing The AMOS Project (AMOS) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/summit-seeks-changes-in-prison-system Thu, 03 May 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/prophetic-voices-unite-against-toxic-politics-in-ohio Land of Opportunity Ohio Prophetic Voices (OPV) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/prophetic-voices-unite-against-toxic-politics-in-ohio Thu, 03 May 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/initiative-organizers-optimistic-issues-will-get-on-ballot Economic Security Communities Creating Opportunity (CCO) Missouri Faith Voices http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/initiative-organizers-optimistic-issues-will-get-on-ballot Thu, 03 May 2012 16:27:59 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/zip-code-70805-first-target-of-program Lifelines to Healing Working Interfaith Network (WIN) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/zip-code-70805-first-target-of-program Wed, 02 May 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/religious-leaders-seek-racial-healing Land of Opportunity Ohio Prophetic Voices (OPV) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/religious-leaders-seek-racial-healing Wed, 02 May 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/muslim-organizer-uses-faith-to-unite-coalitions-of-religions Land of Opportunity Brooklyn Congregations United (BCU) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/muslim-organizer-uses-faith-to-unite-coalitions-of-religions Wed, 02 May 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/religious-leaders-endorse-california-tax-increase Economic Security PICO California http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/religious-leaders-endorse-california-tax-increase Mon, 30 Apr 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/freedom-view-california-budget-deficit-grows-deeper Economic Security PICO California http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/freedom-view-california-budget-deficit-grows-deeper Sat, 28 Apr 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/the-education-report-local-school-power-and-a-new-system-for-assessing-teachers School Improvement Oakland Community Organizations (OCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/the-education-report-local-school-power-and-a-new-system-for-assessing-teachers Sat, 28 Apr 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/nonprofit-closure-severs-lifeline-to-richmonds-neediest Contra Costa Interfaith Supporting Community Organization (CCISCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/nonprofit-closure-severs-lifeline-to-richmonds-neediest Sat, 28 Apr 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/faith-groups-plan-for-loan-reform-campaign Economic Security Communities Creating Opportunity (CCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/faith-groups-plan-for-loan-reform-campaign Thu, 26 Apr 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/growing-divestment-campaign-among-churches-targets-biggest-us-banks Economic Security PICO National Network http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/growing-divestment-campaign-among-churches-targets-biggest-us-banks Thu, 26 Apr 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/a-man-not-just-a-mugshot Lifelines to Healing The AMOS Project (AMOS) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/a-man-not-just-a-mugshot Thu, 26 Apr 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/california-religious-leaders-endorse-browns-tax-plan Brown met with leaders from PICO California ... The nonprofit group's ministers and rabbis were lobbying lawmakers for policies they say reflect their values of social justice and caring for the needy. Economic Security Civic Participation PICO California http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/california-religious-leaders-endorse-browns-tax-plan Thu, 26 Apr 2012 17:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/clergy-to-wells-fargo-time-for-deep-soul-searching As Christians continue to celebrate the Easter season we are reminded of an important biblical story that should serve as a clear warning to Wells Fargo ... Economic Security PICO California PICO National Network http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/clergy-to-wells-fargo-time-for-deep-soul-searching Thu, 26 Apr 2012 11:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/house-adds-to-youth-jobs-violence-prevention-accounts Youth Development Massachusetts Communities Action Network (MCAN) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/house-adds-to-youth-jobs-violence-prevention-accounts Wed, 25 Apr 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/allentown-public-forum-takes-on-arena Pawlowski agrees to involve faith-based group in crafting community benefits pact. Economic Security Congregations United for Neighborhood Action (CUNA) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/allentown-public-forum-takes-on-arena Wed, 25 Apr 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/calif-religious-leaders-endorse-browns-tax-plan Economic Security Civic Participation PICO California http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/calif-religious-leaders-endorse-browns-tax-plan Wed, 25 Apr 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/community-organizers-rally-faith-voters-for-social-justice-in-aurora Newly launched Together Colorado, formerly known as Metro Organizations for People, announced its plans to work statewide to register and engage voters on a host of issues. Economic Security Immigration Reform Land of Opportunity Civic Participation Metro Organizations for People (MOP) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/community-organizers-rally-faith-voters-for-social-justice-in-aurora Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/minnesota-faith-leaders-to-launch-voter-education-campaign The campaign aims to engage congregations and clergy under a common prophetic narrative, a five-point values statement that can be agreed upon by most faith traditions. Economic Security Civic Participation Land of Opportunity ISAIAH - Minneapolis, St. Cloud, St. Paul http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/minnesota-faith-leaders-to-launch-voter-education-campaign Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/faith-based-organization-seeking-to-promote-economic-equality The PICO National Network said it is enlisting clergy nationwide to register voters, get out the vote and spread a message of economic equality. Land of Opportunity PICO National Network http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/faith-based-organization-seeking-to-promote-economic-equality Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/teens-out-to-get-job-done Youth Development Massachusetts Communities Action Network (MCAN) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/teens-out-to-get-job-done Tue, 24 Apr 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/allentown-church-leaders-congregations-ask-for-role-in-hockey-arena-plans Economic Security Congregations United for Neighborhood Action (CUNA) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/allentown-church-leaders-congregations-ask-for-role-in-hockey-arena-plans Tue, 24 Apr 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/public-meeting-tonight-to-discuss-orleans-parish-jail-size Lifelines to Healing Rebuilding Louisiana The Micah Project http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/public-meeting-tonight-to-discuss-orleans-parish-jail-size Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/community-leaders-demand-criminal-justice-changes Lifelines to Healing The Micah Project http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/community-leaders-demand-criminal-justice-changes Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/pastores-contra-polticas-publicas Civic Participation Land of Opportunity PICO United Florida http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/pastores-contra-polticas-publicas Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/advocates-outline-benefits-of-health-care-reform-law Health Care Access PICO California http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/advocates-outline-benefits-of-health-care-reform-law Mon, 23 Apr 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/pastors-oppose-amendment-3-on-tuesday PICO and FOCUS contend Amendment 3 is a wolf in sheep’s clothing. It does nothing to make sure large, profitable corporations pay their fair share for services they use. Economic Security Civic Participation Land of Opportunity Federation of Congregations United to Serve (FOCUS) PICO United Florida http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/pastors-oppose-amendment-3-on-tuesday Mon, 23 Apr 2012 11:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/michigan-prophetic-voices Land of Opportunity Flint Area Congregations Together (FACT) Michigan Organizing Collaborative http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/michigan-prophetic-voices Mon, 23 Apr 2012 11:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/baton-rouge-baker-approve-property-tax-for-buses Civic Participation Economic Security Rebuilding Louisiana Land of Opportunity Working Interfaith Network (WIN) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/baton-rouge-baker-approve-property-tax-for-buses Sat, 21 Apr 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/proposed-cut-to-anti-gang-program-sparks-backlash Youth Development Massachusetts Communities Action Network (MCAN) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/proposed-cut-to-anti-gang-program-sparks-backlash Wed, 18 Apr 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/united-interfaith-action-sponsors-training-for-health-workers Health Care Access United Interfaith Action of Southeastern Massachusetts (UIA) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/united-interfaith-action-sponsors-training-for-health-workers Wed, 18 Apr 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/in-good-faith-insurance-whistle-blower-wendell-potter-will-share-his-story-in-pueblo What does health care have to do with faith? FLiA members believe, as many Americans do, that health care is a basic human right that is denied to many citizens in one of the wealthiest and most technologically advanced countries in the world. Health Care Access Metro Organizations for People (MOP) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/in-good-faith-insurance-whistle-blower-wendell-potter-will-share-his-story-in-pueblo Sun, 15 Apr 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/rev-eduardo-samaniego-big-banks-dont-play-fair Housing Opportunities People Acting in Community Together (PACT San Jose) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/rev-eduardo-samaniego-big-banks-dont-play-fair Sat, 14 Apr 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/african-american-elder-plays-key-role-in-violence-prevention-efforts Lifelines to Healing Contra Costa Interfaith Supporting Community Organization (CCISCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/african-american-elder-plays-key-role-in-violence-prevention-efforts Sat, 14 Apr 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/reliance-on-emergency-rooms-signals-a-failure-of-health-care-system Health Care Access Communities Creating Opportunity (CCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/reliance-on-emergency-rooms-signals-a-failure-of-health-care-system Thu, 12 Apr 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/wells-fargo-and-easter "Just a few weeks before the Des Moines meeting, on Ash Wednesday, 45 San Francisco clergy had sprinkled ashes in front of the Wells Fargo corporate headquarters. It was our way of inviting them to repent ..." Housing Opportunities Economic Security San Francisco Organizing Project (SFOP) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/wells-fargo-and-easter Thu, 12 Apr 2012 11:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/religious-leaders-slam-ryan-for-using-catholic-faith-to-justify-cutting-programs-that-help-the-poor Economic Security PICO National Network http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/religious-leaders-slam-ryan-for-using-catholic-faith-to-justify-cutting-programs-that-help-the-poor Wed, 11 Apr 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/facing-deportation-in-days-mexico-native-gets-a-years-reprieve Immigration Reform Communities Creating Opportunity (CCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/facing-deportation-in-days-mexico-native-gets-a-years-reprieve Wed, 11 Apr 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/cole-promise-22-year-old-ana-finds-hope-in-having-a-better-future School Improvement Metro Organizations for People (MOP) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/cole-promise-22-year-old-ana-finds-hope-in-having-a-better-future Sun, 08 Apr 2012 10:51:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/group-of-churches-wants-crack-at-allentown-arena-agreement Organizers are meeting this month before presenting requests to the mayor. Economic Security Congregations United for Neighborhood Action (CUNA) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/group-of-churches-wants-crack-at-allentown-arena-agreement Sat, 07 Apr 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/hickenloopers-2004-pledge-to-students-of-denvers-cole-middle-school-fulfilled-failed School Improvement Metro Organizations for People (MOP) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/hickenloopers-2004-pledge-to-students-of-denvers-cole-middle-school-fulfilled-failed Sat, 07 Apr 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/night-march-held-to-protest-against-escalating-violence Lifelines to Healing Working Interfaith Network (WIN) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/night-march-held-to-protest-against-escalating-violence Sun, 01 Apr 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/camden-high-rises-health-clinic-to-open-doors-to-neighbors Health Care Access Camden Churches Organized for People (CCOP) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/camden-high-rises-health-clinic-to-open-doors-to-neighbors Thu, 29 Mar 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/organized-money-from-cities-unions-and-churches-moving-out-of-big-banks Economic Security PICO National Network http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/organized-money-from-cities-unions-and-churches-moving-out-of-big-banks Tue, 27 Mar 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/former-insurance-executive-calls-for-reform Health Care Access Congregations United for Neighborhood Action (CUNA) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/former-insurance-executive-calls-for-reform Sun, 25 Mar 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/martin-case-rings-across-countrys-pulpits Lifelines to Healing PICO National Network http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/martin-case-rings-across-countrys-pulpits Sat, 24 Mar 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/banking-inland-clergy-urge-ethical-banking Economic Security Inland Congregations United for Change (ICUC) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/banking-inland-clergy-urge-ethical-banking Sat, 24 Mar 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/clock-ticks-for-demarco Economic Security PICO National Network http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/clock-ticks-for-demarco Tue, 20 Mar 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/brockton-residents-urge-city-to-move-its-money-out-of-bank-of-america-other-national-banks Economic Security Brooklyn Congregations United (BCU) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/brockton-residents-urge-city-to-move-its-money-out-of-bank-of-america-other-national-banks Mon, 19 Mar 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/group-holds-foreclosure-rally Lifelines to Healing Comunidades en Accion y de Fe (CAFe) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/group-holds-foreclosure-rally Sat, 17 Mar 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/congregations-speak-out-for-safer-camden Lifelines to Healing Camden Churches Organized for People (CCOP) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/congregations-speak-out-for-safer-camden Sun, 11 Mar 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/stopping-violence-before-it-starts-a-lifeline-for-flint Lifelines to Healing Flint Area Congregations Together (FACT) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/stopping-violence-before-it-starts-a-lifeline-for-flint Sun, 11 Mar 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/colorado-progressive-coalition-and-occupy-denver-launch-foreclosure-action-week Housing Opportunities Economic Security Metro Organizations for People (MOP) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/colorado-progressive-coalition-and-occupy-denver-launch-foreclosure-action-week Sun, 11 Mar 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/revival-calls-for-lower-interest-cap-on-payday-loans Economic Security Communities Creating Opportunity Kansas (CCO Kansas) Communities Creating Opportunity (CCO) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/revival-calls-for-lower-interest-cap-on-payday-loans Sun, 11 Mar 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/petition-drive-aims-at-payday-loan-rates Economic Security Communities Creating Opportunity (CCO) Communities Creating Opportunity Kansas (CCO Kansas) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/petition-drive-aims-at-payday-loan-rates Sun, 11 Mar 2012 23:00:00 CDT http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/merced-nonprofit-aims-to-ensure-hmong-receive-health-care Health Care Access PICO California http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/merced-nonprofit-aims-to-ensure-hmong-receive-health-care Fri, 09 Mar 2012 23:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/mortgage-crisis-inspires-lenten-season-message-to-banks Economic Security Contra Costa Interfaith Supporting Community Organization (CCISCO) PICO California L.A. Voice http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/mortgage-crisis-inspires-lenten-season-message-to-banks Thu, 08 Mar 2012 23:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/indycan-movement-aims-to-help-residents-better-their-lives Indianapolis Congregation Action Network (IndyCAN) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/indycan-movement-aims-to-help-residents-better-their-lives Mon, 05 Mar 2012 23:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/guest-view-lets-get-the-facts-straight-on-innovation-schools School Improvement United Interfaith Action of Southeastern Massachusetts (UIA) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/guest-view-lets-get-the-facts-straight-on-innovation-schools Wed, 29 Feb 2012 23:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/indycan-uniting-to-help-those-in-need Indianapolis Congregation Action Network (IndyCAN) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/indycan-uniting-to-help-those-in-need Tue, 28 Feb 2012 16:26:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/la-police-commission-approves-car-impound-changes Immigration Reform L.A. Voice http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/la-police-commission-approves-car-impound-changes Mon, 27 Feb 2012 23:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/national-organization-tries-to-curb-the-crime-in-baton-rouge Lifelines to Healing Working Interfaith Network (WIN) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/national-organization-tries-to-curb-the-crime-in-baton-rouge Thu, 23 Feb 2012 23:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/colorado-senate-gop-tests-arguments-against-undocumented-student-tuition-bill Immigration Reform Metro Organizations for People (MOP) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/colorado-senate-gop-tests-arguments-against-undocumented-student-tuition-bill Sun, 12 Feb 2012 23:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/mops-ashlin-malouf-spinden-pulls-political-perspective-from-bah-roots Metro Organizations for People (MOP) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/mops-ashlin-malouf-spinden-pulls-political-perspective-from-bah-roots Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:42:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/big-banks-49-states-reach-25-billion-deal-over-foreclosure-abuses Housing Opportunities Economic Security PICO National Network http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/big-banks-49-states-reach-25-billion-deal-over-foreclosure-abuses Wed, 08 Feb 2012 23:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/kamala-harris-12-billion-deal-with-big-banks-cop-out-or-solid-settlement-for-california-homeowners Housing Opportunities Economic Security PICO California L.A. Voice http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/kamala-harris-12-billion-deal-with-big-banks-cop-out-or-solid-settlement-for-california-homeowners Wed, 08 Feb 2012 23:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/lenders-to-pay-homeowners-in-nationwide-settlement Economic Security Housing Opportunities Federation of Congregations United to Serve (FOCUS) PICO United Florida http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/lenders-to-pay-homeowners-in-nationwide-settlement Wed, 08 Feb 2012 23:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/banks-in-25b-deal-to-settle-foreclosure-abuses Economic Security Housing Opportunities PICO National Network http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/banks-in-25b-deal-to-settle-foreclosure-abuses Wed, 08 Feb 2012 23:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/religious-leaders-oppose-mn-voter-photo-id Other Issues ISAIAH - Minneapolis, St. Cloud, St. Paul http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/religious-leaders-oppose-mn-voter-photo-id Mon, 06 Feb 2012 23:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/immigrant-rights-supporters-rally-against-ice Immigration Reform Metro Organizations for People (MOP) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/immigrant-rights-supporters-rally-against-ice Wed, 01 Feb 2012 23:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/groups-protest-immigration-enforcement-surge-in-colorado Immigration Reform Metro Organizations for People (MOP) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/groups-protest-immigration-enforcement-surge-in-colorado Wed, 01 Feb 2012 23:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/archbishop-joins-immigrants-rally-against-federal-deportation-program Immigration Reform San Francisco Organizing Project (SFOP) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/archbishop-joins-immigrants-rally-against-federal-deportation-program Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/marine-fights-freddie-mac-to-save-his-home Economic Security Inland Congregations United for Change (ICUC) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/marine-fights-freddie-mac-to-save-his-home Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/introducing-a-new-monthly-series-on-mission-and-chavez San Francisco Organizing Project (SFOP) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/introducing-a-new-monthly-series-on-mission-and-chavez Sun, 29 Jan 2012 23:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/letters-to-the-editor-struggling-families-suffer-from-lack-of-viable-transit Safe Neighborhoods Indianapolis Congregation Action Network (IndyCAN) http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/letters-to-the-editor-struggling-families-suffer-from-lack-of-viable-transit Sun, 29 Jan 2012 23:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/fla-ag-urged-to-get-tough-on-foreclosure-deal Economic Security Federation of Congregations United to Serve (FOCUS) PICO United Florida http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/fla-ag-urged-to-get-tough-on-foreclosure-deal Sun, 29 Jan 2012 23:00:00 CST http://www.piconetwork.org/news-media/coverage/2012-media-coverage/sf-archbishop-speaks-against-immigration-program PICO California San Francisco Organizing Project (SFOP) 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