BY BRIANNA CALIX | bcalix@mercedsunstar.com A group of about 40 people on Friday marched onto the Childs Avenue overpass and hung a banner over Highway 99 protesting Donald Trump and his presidency. The banner was removed by the California Highway Patrol and California Department of Transportation shortly after it was hung. Protesters hoped to send a…
Job Opportunity: Merced Organizing Project
BHC partner, Merced Organizing Project is looking for a part-time, talented person to work as their “Support and Operations Assistant. if you are a person with a strong passion in social justice and grassroots leader, this position may be for you. For more information, click on the link below. MOP Support and Operations Assistant Job Announcement &…
Mop Merced shows solidarity with Charleston
Highlight Groups Pays tribute to victims of shooting in Charleston More than 50 gather at busy intersection BHC partner Merced Organizing Project’s youth leads the charge. Brenda Rojas, 21, a UC Merced student, holds a sign while surrounded by demonstrators in Merced. About 50 people came together to show solidarity with the nine people killed…