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  1. Press Release Department of Interior disestablishes Mashpee Wampanoag Reservation during global pandemic 

    Washington - The Friends Committee on National Legislation denounces the action taken by the Department of the Interior to disestablish the Mashpee Wampanoag reservation on March 27.

  2. Background Responding to the Coronavirus 

    The coronavirus pandemic is a generational threat, and its impacts will be felt by all of us. But know this: Our work for peace and justice will go on. Here’s how we will continue our advocacy in the face of COVID-19 and how you can join us.

  3. Update A look back: Virtual Spring Lobby Weekend 2020! 

    Hundreds of young advocates from all around the U.S. brought a clear and compelling message to Congress: now is the time to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, mitigate the damage already being done by climate change, and protect vulnerable communities by passing carbon pricing legislation.

  4. FCNL is Still Open for Business

    Our offices are temporarily closed due to the coronavirus pandemic, but we are still working online and by phone for the world we seek. Your advocacy and support remain essential.

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  1. Thursdays with Friends 
    1. Bi-Weekly Virtual Conversation | April-May 2020
  2. “The Future of Quakers” with Marge Abbott and Liz Nicholson 
    1. April 15 at 6:30-7:30 p.m. EDT | Online
  3. Earth Day 2020 
    1. April 22 at 12:00 p.m. EDT | Zoom Videoconference
  4. Setting Legislative Priorities: Deadline Extended to May 1, 2020 
    1. 117th Congress (2021-2022)

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