I apologize for the late newsletter. I'm currently 'on vacation' and trying to keep up with my 6-year-old grandchild. So I was just too tired yesterday to get to this. But I'm here now!
The Fourth of July is rushing toward us and that means our next Grassroots North Shore event is also coming up quickly. We're holding a celebration for our nation's 247th birthday. In my family, we celebrate important occasions on the correct date if possible, but any nearby date that's convenient will also do. And that's what we're doing — on July 9, beginning at 3:30 at Doctors Part, 1870 E Fox Lane, Fox Point. We'll have cake, of course, but the big deal is what will no doubt be a rousing speech by John Nichols (National Editor for The Nation, Madison Editor of the Capitol Times, author of Dollarocracy and other books, and the Voice of Wisconsin Progressivism). If you've never heard John speak, you're in for a real treat. And if you have, you won't want to miss it. Sign up here.
The event — To US — will also feature Bob Tatterson, our candidate for an open seat for Assembly District 24. It's paramount to win this special election on July 18 to flip the district from its red history to a blue new day. And if we succeed, we will strengthen our ability to thwart MAGA Republicans in our legislature from attacking our fundamental freedoms. So enjoy beverages and birthday cake and spend time with others gathered to make a difference in our state and country. Bring a lawn chair and like-minded friends and family. And celebrate our stunning victory in April and the good work we're going to do together in the upcoming year.
Speaking of Bob Tatterson, he's about to make an order for yard signs and could use some help, both with funding and with distribution of the signs when they arrive. You could also canvass in the district. We'll do our best to pair you with a driver or another canvasser to make the effort faster and more enjoyable. We're only contacting people who are strong Democrats because, in a super low turnout election like this one, the key is turning out Democratic voters. The reports we've heard from the field so far is that few people we contact even know an election is happening! With your help, we can make sure that they know and that they vote.
The legislature looks poised to undermine Wisconsin's upcoming elections by failing to confirm Megan Wolfe to a second term as our election administrator. The election administrator is nominated by the Wisconsin Election Commission and must then be confirmed by the state Senate. For her first term, now ending, she was confirmed unanimously but now, of course, MAGA "politicians who helped sow the seeds of doubt about Wisconsin election results could reset election dynamics in a state pivotal to the 2024 presidential race" (ProPublica, June 15, 2023). If Wolfe is not retained, we will have a new administrator, one who is not as experienced as Wolfe and who might be, as the ProPublica article points out, "a staunch partisan or an election denier, tilting oversight of the state’s voting operations."
If we can be hopeful for a moment though, we might squint and see a slight decline in TFG's standing in his party. On June 15, Daily Kos ran Turns out crime doesn't pay: Trump's fundraising slides by Mark Sumner. It seems that not only did the indictments fail to boost his popularity, "the indictments weren’t even good for Trump when it comes to his wallet. Every time Trump gets in trouble, his well-oiled outrage machine reaches out to his massive email list with a cash ask." Yesterday, CNN reported that "his support has declined, as have positive views of him among Republican and Republican-leaning voters" and that "most Americans approve of Trump’s indictment stemming from his alleged mishandling of classified documents after leaving office." The poll shows that among independents, Democrats and others outside the Republican party, "these [federal] charges are broadly viewed as disqualifying."
And on that uplifting note, I'll finish with this: please participate in at least one of the activities planned in our area over the next two weeks. Saturday, June 24, is especially replete with postive ways you can voice your concerns and support for a worthy cause, including a NATIONAL DAY OF ACTION with Reproductive Justice Action-Milwaukee at Red Arrow Park. Have a serious look at the Events list.
EVENTS
Wednesday, June 21
WisDems Post-Spring Election Analysis Presentation, 6:00 - 7:00pm
Virtual
Join our Post-Spring Election Analysis and Debrief Meeting on Wednesday, June 21st at 6pm with the Organizing and Data team. We will be discussing the results of the Spring Election and lessons learned. Please register ahead of the call.
30 Years of Recycling in Wisconsin, 7:00 - 8:30pm
Virtual
Ever wonder what happens after you drop your soda can in the recycling bin? What is actually recycled, how has it changed over the past years and what can we expect with the future of recycling? 30 Years of Recycling in Wisconsin: Successes, Challenges and Looking Ahead will discuss a range of recycling issues with a brief evaluation of Wisconsin's successes, challenges and future of recycling. Register.
June General DPOC Meeting, 7:00 - 8:00pm
1930 Wisconsin Ave, Grafton
The Democratic Party of Ozaukee County meets on the third Wednesday of the month at our office. We're on the lower level by the hardware store. Join us as we gather to hear speakers and catch up on the local and state politics influencing Ozaukee County – while spending time with like-minded people. All interested people are encouraged to attend.
Thursday, June 22
Teach-in: 10 Years of Voter Suppression Under Shelby, 3:00 - 4:00pm
Virtual
Join the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, the Declaration For American Democracy, Public Citizen, the Workers Circle, and more for a teach-in and call to action as we approach 10 years from the Shelby v. Holder Supreme Court rulings. It’s been 10 years since the Supreme Court’s Shelby County v. Holder ruling that gutted the Voting Rights Act. This ruling directly impacted racial justice in our country and overturned years of progress. The freedom to vote is inextricably connected to our ability to beat back regressive policies like those targeting abortion access and LGBTQ rights. Voting rights protect ALL other rights. Ten years after Shelby County, we fight to protect and exercise the vote. Join us to learn how we can take action to protect our freedom to vote.
Saturday, June 24
Knock doors in Menomonee Falls, 9:00am - noon and 3:00 - 6:00pm
Fiddleheads Coffee, Menomonee Falls (N88 W16621, Appleton Ave, Menomonee Falls)
Join us to knock doors for the Assembly District 24 Special Election in Menomonee Falls! Sign up.
North Shore Knocks Doors for Bob Tatterson, 12:00 - 3:00pm
6563 N Crestwood Dr., Glendale
Join the Grassroots Glendale team to knock doors for the special election in Assembly District 24! We'll be canvassing in Mequon. To make the effort easier, and more fun, ask for a driver. Please Sign Up.
Fox Point Dems Bridge Building Canvass, 12:00 - 3:00pm
7632 N Beach Dr, Fox Point
Come join the Fox Point Dems as we talk to voters about the issues that matter most to them ahead next year's crucial elections! Please Sign Up.
National Day of Action: One Year Without Roe, 12:00 - 1:00pm
Red Arrow Park, 920 N Water St, Milwaukee
NATIONAL DAY OF ACTION! We at Reproductive Justice Action-Milwaukee are calling on activists and community members across the country to participate in a National Day of Action on June 24th in honor of the one year anniversary of the overturn of Roe v Wade. In the last year grassroots organizations fought endlessly for the people and June 24th is the one year mark of this struggle. We are calling on Wisconsin residents to join us for our action. In summer of 2022, thousands came out in solidarity with the movement and we are hoping to ignite the same amount of passion in our anniversary event. Check out our website for more info. Sign up to attend.
Stand for Peace, 12:00 - 1:00pm
Farwell and North Ave, Milwaukee
Stand for Peace demonstrates for peace at a different intersection in Milwaukee County every Saturday.
Whitefish Bay/Shorewood Bridge Building Canvassing! 2:00 - 5:00pm
4845 N Newhall St, Whitefish Bay
Join the Whitefish Bay and Shorewood Dems for a volunteer meetup and neighborhood canvass! We'll be talking to voters about the issues that matter most to them ahead next year's crucial elections. First time canvassing? No problem! Our organizer will walk you through everything you need to know to knock doors. All you need to bring is yourself, your best walking shoes, and a fully charged phone. Sign up.
Northwest MKE Day Of Action Canvass With WisDems, 9:00am - 12:00pm, 12:00 - 3:00pm, & 3:00 - 6:00pm
WisDems Milwaukee Field Office, 8405 W Lisbon Ave, Milwaukee
Come join us as we go door to door throughout Northwest Milwaukee speaking to voters about the issues that are truly important to them. This is a great chance to lay the groundwork while also getting an idea of how voters feel heading into 2024. Sign up now!
Monday, June 26
Bob Tatterson Fundraiser, 5:30 - 7:00pm
SIP MKE, 1515 W Mequon Rd, Mequon
Given the makeup of our State Assembly, every new Democratic vote matters. Bob Tatterson is an excellent candidate for the seat long held by now State Senator Dan Knodl, whose margin in April was very slim. The stakes are high, no matter where we live, and the opportunity to flip the 24th district is increasing. Please join hosts Representative Deb Andraca, Debbie Patel, Jodi Habush Sinykin, and Wisconsin Jewish Democrats for a fun evening at SIP MKE with co-chairs Linda Frank, Debbie Zemel, Maggie Gorchoff, and Richard Schwalb. Contribution Levels: Host $1000 | Co-host $500 | Friend $50 | Guest $25. Contributions of any amount gratefully appreciated. RSVP via Act Blue.
Wednesday, June 28
Post-Spring Election Analysis and Debrief, 6:00pm
Online
Join our Post-Spring Election Analysis and Debrief Meeting with the Organizing and Data team. We will be discussing the results of the Spring Election and lessons learned. Please register ahead of the call.
Saturday, July 1
North Shore Knocks Doors for Bob Tatterson, 12:00 - 3:00pm
6563 N Crestwood Dr., Glendale
Join the Grassroots Glendale team to knock doors for the special election in Assembly District 24! We'll be canvassing in Mequon. To make the effort easier, and more fun, ask for a driver. Please Sign Up.
Saturday, July 2, and Tuesday July 4
Family Fun on the Fourth Parade, 9:00 - 11:00am
parade routes
If you would like to march in the Thiensville and/or Cedarburg parades, please fill out the form below. Then, watch your email for more details as we get closer to the event. Get that OzDems Tshirt ready - and practice that wave - it'll be here before you know it! ** We will have professionally printed signs to folks to carry! See information about how to participate in the Thiensville parade (Saturday, June 2) and the Cedarburg parade (Tuesday, July 4).
Sunday, July 9
Grassroots North Shore Presents: To US, 3:30 - 5:00pm
Doctors Park, 1870 E Fox Lane, Fox Point
It's a party to celebrate our country's 247th birthday. John Nichols — National Editor for The Nation, Madison Editor of the Capitol Times, author of Dollarocracy and other books, and the Voice of Wisconsin Progressivism — will get us ready for 2024 with a talk on where we have been and where we are going. Bob Tatterson, now running in a special election for Assembly District 24, will also be on hand to speak, meet, and greet. Enjoy beverages and birthday cake. Bring your family, your folding chairs, and your hope for our future as we celebrate our good work in recent elections. RSVP.
SAVE THE DATE
Friday - Monday, September 1 - 4
The Golden Rule, an historic sailboat, docks in Milwaukee
The Golden Rule, a storied sailboat that helped bring about an end to atmospheric testing of nuclear weapons, will stop in Milwaukee Sept. 1-4 as part of a 15-month, 11,000-mile voyage to inform and educate the public about the dangers of nuclear weapons proliferation. A number of public events will be held, and speakers / crew members will be available for presentations at schools, churches or other venues during the four-day visit. Boat tours and visits with the crew will be offered every afternoon. (See a real-time map of the boat's journey.) The Golden Rule is a project of Veterans For Peace.
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