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Moulton unveils legislation to prevent war with Venezuela
On Nov. 21, U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton, D-Mass., joined by Reps. Jake Auchincloss, D-Mass.; Chrissy Houlahan, D-Pa.; Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif.; and Eugene Vindman, D-Va., announced new legislation called the No Unauthorized Force in Venezuela Act during a press conference on the House steps in Washington, D.C.
The bill prohibits the executive branch from spending federal funds on any military action inside Venezuela or against Venezuelan forces — including remote or intermittent strikes — unless Congress passes a specific authorization for the use of military force.
Moulton, a Marine Corps veteran who served four tours in Iraq, said the legislation is urgently needed in light of recent developments.
We owe our service members clarity, legality and leadership — not threats, not chaos and not another unnecessary conflict,” he said. “This legislation draws the line the president refuses to draw. It protects our troops, reasserts Congress’ constitutional role and ensures we do not sleepwalk into another ill-advised war.”
Citizens Police Academy: The sequel
Graduates of the popular Citizens Police Academy at the Council on Aging are invited to continue their learning in this new follow-up course. To register, contact Lt. Dave Ostrovitz at 781-631-1212 or Janice Salisbury-Beal at 781-631-6225.
Choose Happy Parkinson’s Network
Join others to share stories, ask questions and find encouragement in this program at the Council on Aging, 10 Humphrey St., on Monday, Dec. 1, at 11 a.m. The session will be led by Gail Perry-Borden.
Plant Hope: A community program on eco-friendly lawns
Residents are invited to learn how simple landscaping changes can help restore local ecosystems. Abbot Public Library, in partnership with Sustainable Marblehead, will host “Transition Your Lawn: Plant Hope” on Wednesday, Dec. 3, from 7 to 8:15 p.m.
Storyteller and climate activist Judith Black and garden designer Larry Simpson will offer guidance, insight and real-world examples to help residents shift from traditional manicured lawns to environmentally friendly alternatives.
For more information, contact Black at storiesalive@gmail.com. Abbot Public Library is located at 235 Pleasant St.
Fundraiser for ALS research at the Beacon Restaurant
An ALS fundraiser held Nov. 15 at the Beacon Restaurant raised $38,965 — surpassing the $30,000 goal. Donations are still being accepted using the QR code on the flyer.
The Beacon sends a shoutout to the following members of Marblehead High School’s INTERACT group — Gabby Berman, Maya Berman, Charlotte Greten and Kiley Lewis — who sold tickets for the 50/50 raffle and more than a dozen other raffle prizes.
