Good afternoon! Here’s the latest:
In a sobering story about freedom of the press, Mission Local talks with journalists who fled repressive countries—and now feel they aren’t safe in the United States. See what the stakes are for international journalists who fear censorship, arrest, or deportation because of their work.
California workers at the sex-toy chain Good Vibes have ratified their first union contract, affiliating with the United Food and Commercial Workers International Union Local 5. Read about a rare collaboration among owners, managers, and employees.
Can there be such a thing as “too much hunk“? See our report on yesterday’s jam-packed Hunky Jesus contest in Dolores Park.
More soon,
Sara
Latest News
To journalists from repressive countries, the U.S. is feeling more and more like home
“There’s no rules anymore. And it is scary.”
Dolores Park overflows with Easter hunky Jesuses
“It’s a Renaissance moment.”
Good Vibes workers ratify first-ever union contract
“We love where we work.”
16th St. Plaza Crackdown
Day 43 of the 16th St. Crackdown: A veteran’s path of stability
“I’m just trying to get to a better place.”
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Old Mexico
by Michael Santiago
Events
Today: ‘Sally!’ documentary & discussion with filmmaker Deborah Craig, at the Roxie, April 21, 6-8PM
Tomorrow: The Power of Smoke, cooking class and dinner at 18 Reasons, April 22, 6-10PM
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