Here in Southern California, over the weekend, climate activists launched what they call “The Great March for Climate Action” in Los Angeles. Activists are walking nearly 3000 miles from LA cross country to Washington DC to call attention to the increasing problem of climate change.

Also, nearly 400 young people, mostly students, were arrested outside the White House this weekend protesting the Keystone XL pipeline, in a sign that dissent has not died down. The actions began at Georgetown University with over a thousand students marching down to Lafayette Park, unfurling large banners that asked President Obama if he wanted to be a “Pipeline President, or Climate Champion.”

Students chained themselves to the White House fence with zip ties, and were arrested. They want Obama to reject the project – a massive pipeline from Alberta, Canada across the US, to oil refineries in the Gulf states. The State Department just released an environmental review of the project and is accepting public comment for a limited time.

LAUSD workers and families are mobilizing to support the districts’ “Breakfast in the Classroom” program. However, two labor unions are divided on the issue.

Activists gathered in Los Angeles for the local premiere of a film on government whistlerblowers. The documentary outlines how the Obama administration has ruthlessly pursued those who speak out against government malfeasance under the guise of national security.

LAX and airports throughout the nation are expected to experience delays throughout the week due to sequestration cuts. These are being blamed on the federal budget deadlock.