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We're back with another election episode! In this week's episode, Austin Common Radio Hour host Amy Stansbury talks with Julie Oliver (of Ground Game Texas) about Prop A, which if passed, would effectively decriminalize marijuana in Austin and ban no-knock warrants by police. Don't forget to vote!...

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SummaryThere's an important election happening in Austin right now related to marijuana and no-knock warrants. Action BoxDon't forget to vote! Election Day is May 7th. Hey Austin! Did you know there's an election happening right now?! Here's everything you need to know.  PS - Election Day...

About The AuthorThis guest post was written by Janis Bookout, Executive Director of Earth Day Austin & one of the organizers of Community Resilience Trust, a grassroots coalition that came together in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, with the goal of making Austin a more...

About The AuthorThis is a guest post written by Marcella Bechtel and Kara Wright of GOOD girls ATX, a local organization that's building wardrobes that are GOOD for the planet and its’ people through events + education. Action BoxGet tickets to attend GOOD girls ATX's...

SummaryCities have a big role to play in solving the climate crisis. Here in Austin, we have a Climate Equity Plan to guide emission reductions. Action BoxSign up for our climate-focused Civic Power up challenge (How To Save The World...

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