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Witness, Support, Act
This past week, our community came together in the face of escalating ICE activity—bearing witness, supporting one another, and finding ways to help…
Empathy Is Civic Infrastructure
Empathy isn’t soft. It’s strategy. In a time when fear is weaponized, neighbors checking in, sharing real info, and showing up become the true civic…
Weekly Rally Update
It’s a full week of action: our weekly rally continues Saturday, we’ll sing carols for a cause on Sunday, and Monarca training is coming in January…
Carver County Residents Stand Against ICE Contract
Renting jail cells to ICE is a downstream disaster
 • David Erickson
Cold Winds, Warm Hearts
On a freezing day in Chanhassen, ICE tried to isolate—but neighbors chose to stand together. From coffee and blankets to protest and prayer, this is…
Chanhassen ICE Raid
ICE raids, "MNutemen" on the scene, and a local economy taking the hit. We break down the Chanhassen raid, the media coverage, and the urgent Call to…
 • David Erickson
Rally Team Won't Be Out Tomorrow
Due to severe weather, our volunteer team will not be attending Saturday’s protest. This is not a pause—it’s a pivot. Use this time to connect with your…
 • David Erickson
Three Strikes, Target?
If masked ICE agents staged raids in your parking lot, would you say something? Brian Lambert asks Target, Minnesota’s hometown brand, to show more…
ICE Descends On Minnesota
Violations of due process rights recorded. Get an in-depth reporting roundup.
 • David Erickson
Savage Mom Was Afraid Her Neighbors Would See Her Protesting
I joked that my lighting made me look like I was in Witness Protection. Angie didn't laugh—because that’s exactly how she felt. She’s a Savage mom who…
 • David Erickson
Winter Resistance: Supporting Our Neighbors, Strengthening Our Community
We’re pushing back, showing up, and keeping each other safe. Catch this week’s grassroots updates and ways to get involved.
Standing Up in the Snow: 116 Voices for Democracy
116 people—and one very committed dog—showed up in the snow to stand up for democracy. The energy, creativity, and community spirit were incredible…
 • David Erickson
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