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It's Campaign Fundraising Season
Campaign fundraising season is here, and small donations matter more than most people think. A $10 contribution is not just money, it’s a public signal…
Apr 9
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Minnesota Will Pay You Back for Donating to a Candidate
Minnesota has a little-known program that can refund your political donation dollar for dollar. Our new infographic breaks down exactly how the…
Apr 14
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David Erickson
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Congratulations!
Congratulations, neighbors. Twin Cities residents have been honored with the John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award®, a recognition of something we’ve…
Mar 21
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David Erickson
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Memorial Day Obvervancecs in the Southwest Metro
Memorial Day is not an abstraction. It is a name carved into stone, a folded flag, and a neighbor standing quietly while the names are read. Across the…
May 24
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David Erickson
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ICE Contract Defeated
One citizen spoke up. Hundreds followed. After weeks of organizing, testimony, and public pressure, Carver County residents stopped their sheriff from…
Feb 3
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The Ghost Shoes of the Southwest Metro
White shoes are appearing across the Twin Cities as quiet markers of ICE enforcement actions. Now, the Ghost Shoes project is looking toward the…
May 22
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We, The Protectors
We, The Protectors is a call to keep showing up: for our rights, our neighbors, our votes, and the future of our democracy. Even when protest groups…
May 15
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Bikes, Cameras, and Composure
At recent protests, kids on bikes and scooters have been weaving through crowds and filming reactions. It’s frustrating, but how we respond matters…
May 8
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Taking a Breath
After a difficult few months, I’m taking a moment to recharge. I’ll still be here, just a little less, while our community continues to show up, support…
May 1
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Anonymous vs. Accountable
It’s not always the big crowds that define a movement. Sometimes it’s the small, steady group that shows up every week, in full view, choosing courage…
Apr 27
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The Metrics of Contacting Your Legislator
Your zip code is your standing. Your call is a tally. Your letter is a signal that you're not going away. Here's the full breakdown of how constituent…
Apr 24
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David Erickson
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Standing Together in the Wind
Nearly 200 people stood in the cold this weekend, holding flags and showing up for their community. In a time that feels overwhelming, this is a…
Apr 20
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Showing Up Still Matters
Another eventful week, but progress is happening. From accountability in Minnesota to voters pushing back across the country, showing up still matters…
Apr 17
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Showing Up, Standing Together & Sharing a Taste of Home
217 neighbors showed up. Now we keep going. 🇺🇸 From standing together at the protest to helping new Minnesotans feel at home, here’s what’s next and…
Apr 13
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