The tragic events of Portland last night and the recent flurry of news articles claiming that Philly's homicide rate might outpace even 2021 are a stark reminder that everyone who is able needs to learn how to stop the bleeding from a gunshot wound. The anxiety that some protesters are feeling now is felt *daily* in zip codes in this city.
Whether you are "planning" (remember that choice is a huge privilege) to be in dangerous situations or not, learning to stop bleeding safely is *vital. If you have resources get yourself a tourniquet and more importantly, get one for a friend or neighbor who doesn't have the resources.

Remember, no one is closer to an emergency than the people in the emergency. We protect us and that means everyone.

DIY Winter Sleeping Pads - for distribution to neighbors experiencing homelessness

"This design is an affordable & easy way to assemble winter sleeping pads to distribute to people experiencing homelessness. They sleep warmer than most cheaper Thermarests due to the mylar reflective blanket and foam insulation, and they increase comfort when sleeping on the ground. They won't last forever, but they are lifesaving. Due to the common occurrence of property destruction by police during evictions or sweeps, and high rates of theft, it was important to us that these be easily assembled with no technical skill / affordable for easy reproduction. Cost will vary based on how the material is sourced, but many of these materials can be found for free or very cheap from various sources."

Source: Everett Free Grocery (Nitter/Twitter)

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