The good news: it looks like we are winning the fight for fair maps.

The bad news: The Republican Legislature has not given up finding ways to subvert the will of the people. It feels like an unending game of Wack-a-mole.

On April 3^rd, Wisconsin voters will have a question on their ballot asking if they want to eliminate the Office of State Treasurer from our state constitution and transfer the office’s duties to the governor’s administration.

This is a sneaky attempt at yet another power grab. We urge you to VOTE NO. Here are a few reasons why:

• This position was meant by our state’s founders to be the legislature’s fiscal watchdog. Without it, we’d lose critical checks and balances needed to stop unchecked power.
• If passed, this amendment gives the governor and lieutenant governor unprecedented ability to “repurpose” funds away from the permanent school funds that support public education.
• It would also give the governor and lieutenant governor new and stronger control over thousands of acres of public lands and would remove even more critical checks and balances that have helped preserve our environment since our founding in 1848.
• If the office is removed, Wisconsin risks all budgeting, contracting, payments, and accounting being consolidated under the direction of the governor. There would be no separation of duties or checks on power.
• Risking the integrity of our financial reporting means risking $23 billion in federal funds -- almost 30% of our state budget.
• Passing this would make Wisconsin the only state in the country without a constitutional financial officer.
• The authors of our constitution created this position for a good reason. Eliminating the office compromises a fair and transparent process.

What can you do? A lot.

1. Take the pledge to share this information with five people and ask them to share it with five more people who will . . . you get where this is going.
2. Join us for a session where will help you construct a letter to the editor to share with media outlets. Honestly, it is not as intimidating as it sounds.  We have talking points to share with you and a list of outlets where you can send your letter. RSVP 

Mark your calendar and rsvp for Grassroots North Shore's next event:

Rescuing Wisconsin, March 11, 2018 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm

EVENTS

Tues Feb 6, 2018

On the Issues: Racial Reconciliation, 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Marquette University, Eckstein Hall, 1215 W. Michigan St., Milwaukee
Sharon Morgan is a black woman from Chicago’s South Side, a descendant of slaves on both sides of her family. Thomas DeWolf is a white man from rural Oregon who descends from the largest slave-trading dynasty in U.S. history. Over a three-year period, the pair traveled thousands of miles, both overseas and through 27 states. They visited ancestral towns, courthouses, cemeteries, plantations, antebellum mansions, and historic sites. "Gather at the Table" is the story of their journey. RSVP required: https://law.marquette.edu/current-students/issues-mission-week

Trashed -The Movie, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Waukesha Public Library, Wisconsin Avenue, Waukesha
Starring Jeremy Irons, TRASHED looks at the risks to the food chain and the environment through pollution of our air, land, and sea by waste... and also investigates how the current model is being reformed. Sponsored by WEAL.org

Parking Meters in Parks, 6 pm
Mitchell Park Domes Annex, 524 S. Layton Blvd
A public meeting about County Executive Chris Abele's plan to install parking meters in major county parks and on the Lakefront will be held to receive constituent comments. Proposed parking rates are $2-$3.50 per hour, 13 hours a day, year-round. A for-profit parking operator could pocket between 85 and 90 percent of parking fees. Speak out at the meeting or contact your county supervisor at 414-278-4222.

Wed Feb 7, 2018

Andy Lamb Campaign Kickoff, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
American Legion Post #457, 6050 W Mequon Rd, Mequon, WI 53092
REPRESENTATIVE TO THE ASSEMBLY DISTRICT 23

Refuel the Resistance, 5 pm - 8 pm
Bounce Milwaukee, 2801 S. 5th Ct., Milwaukee
Weekly gathering at Bounce Milwaukee's mezzanine bar for networking, inspiration or just to vent. Bring along any evidence of your civic, resistance from the last week to get a beverage (up to $7) on the house, and compare notes with other individuals and groups working to make things better. More information.

Grass Roots South Shore Meeting, 6 pm - 8 pm
Cudahy Library, 3500 Library Dr., Cudahy
Grass Roots South Shore will hold its monthly meeting. The group will discuss its recent political activity and hear from one of the women from the Women's March. Grass Roots South Shore meets on the first Wednesday of each month. For more information call Jim Balk, 414-218-5944.

Thurs Feb 8, 2018

Waukesha Writers Club, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
336 Wisconsin Ave., Waukesha

Drinking Liberally West Allis, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Studz Pub Sports Bar & Grill, 6833 W. National Ave., West Allis

Sun Feb 11, 2018

Tammy Baldwin Fundraiser, 1 pm - 3 pm
Best Place, 901 W. Juneau Ave., Milwaukee
Join Senator Tammy Baldwin and Special Guest Vice President Joe Biden in Milwaukee. Senator Baldwin has two declared Republican opponents and is facing a tough race this year. She is clearly a top target for Republicans and all eyes are on this race. More information and tickets: www.tammybaldwin.com/Biden

Mon Feb 12, 2018

Grass Roots South Shore Meeting, 6 pm - 8 pm
Cudahy Library, 3500 Library Dr., Cudahy
Grass Roots South Shore holds its monthly meeting on the second Monday of each month. For more information call Jim Balk, 414-218-5944

Tues Feb 13, 2018

Redlining, Racism and Reflection: Milwaukee Redlining with Reggie Jackson, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Jewish Museum Milwaukee, 1360 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Redlining, Racism and Reflection: A Three-Part Series Part One: Milwaukee Redlining with Reggie Jackson.  For more information and to register go to https://jewishmuseummilwaukee.org/events/redlining-part1/

Chris Rockwood Fundraiser, 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Red Dot, 6715 W. North Ave., Wauwatosa
Chris Rockwood Mardi Gras karaoke fundraiser for his campaign in Assembly District 14. Please join special guest Khary Penebaker, 5th Congressional District candidate Tom Palzewicz, and Milwaukee-area elected officials who have endorsed Chris’s campaign for an evening of food, drink, and inspiring speeches followed by a Mardi Gras karaoke celebration. 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm (Politics), 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm (Karaoke) Host - $500; Patron - $250; Sponsor - $100; Friend - $50; Supporter - $25. Contributions of any amount are welcome. Contribute online: secure.actblue.com/donate/rockwood2018mardigras or at the event. RSVP: facebook.com/RockwoodForWI chrisrockwood.org

350.ORG Monthly Meeting, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
1500 E. Park Pl, Milwaukee (Urban Ecology Center)
350.ORG is the global organization building a grassroots movement in 188 countries to address global warming and solve climate the crisis. 350.ORG meets every second Tuesday of the month. www.350mke.org.

Wed Feb 14, 2018

Community Justice Council, 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Clinton Rose Senior Center, 3045 N. Martin Luther King Dr., Mi
Milwaukee Community Justice Council Meeting of the Whole. More information: http://milwaukee.gov/cjc 

Grassroots North Shore Writers Workshop, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
GRNS Office, 5600 W Brown Deer Rd, Brown Deer, WI
On April 3rd, Wisconsin voters will have a question on their ballot asking if they want to eliminate the Office of State Treasurer from our state constitution and transfer the office’s duties to the governor’s administration. It is up to us to get the word out. Join us for a letter writing session. More information and to rsvp. 

Refuel the Resistance, 5 pm - 8 pm
Bounce Milwaukee, 2801 S. 5th Ct., Milwaukee
Weekly gathering at Bounce Milwaukee's mezzanine bar for networking, inspiration or just to vent. Bring along any evidence of your civic, resistance from the last week to get a beverage (up to $7) on the house, and compare notes with other individuals and groups working to make things better. More information.

Thurs Feb 15, 2018

On the Issues: Foxconn, 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Marquette University, Eckstein Hall, 1215 W. Michigan St., Milwaukee
Description: It’s being billed as the largest economic development project in state history. So how did Wisconsin land Foxconn? What will it mean for the region and the state? And what are the risks and rewards of the deal? In this visit, WEDC Secretary Mark Hogan will offer his unique perspective on the Foxconn project. RSVP required: https://law.marquette.edu/current-students/issues-mark-hogan

Tom Palzewicz meet and greet and fundraiser, 5:30 - 7 pm
351 W Main, Waukesha (Bernie's Tap)
Tom Palzewicz, running to unseat Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner, will have a Meet & Greet event. There will be plenty of pizza and wings as well as some great conversation. Hope you can make it. Online contributions: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/tpwwaukeshameetgreet

Jon Brostoff Fundraiser, 5 pm - 7 pm
Beer Bistro, 2730 N. Humboldt Blvd., Milwaukee
Throughout history Wisconsin has been at the forefront of innovative policy and progressive leadership. Together we can push Forward, and show America what really makes Wisconsin great- the people who represent it. Please join State Rep. Jon Brostoff to celebrate our love for Wisconsin and discuss what can be done to keep the blue wave in motion. Online donations:   https://secure.actblue.com/donate/loveforwisconsin 

Sat Feb 17, 2018

Guns, Grief, and Grace, 10:30 am - 1 pm
Mitchell Branch Library, 906 W. Historic Mitchell St.
Description: Guns, Grief, and Grace, Everyone's Toolkit" is the work of an academic/community-led coalition, formed to create a sustained, nonpolarized conversation that will change the way we think, act, and talk about gun violence in the Greater Milwaukee area. Panelists include Sharlen Moore, Executive Director of Urban Underground; Dr. Barbara Moser, Chair, Prevent Suicide Greater Milwaukee Coalition; and Dr. Michael Levas, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Children's Hospital/Medical College of Wisconsin. 10:30 Gathering, 11:00 -- 1:00 Program. Light refreshments will be served. This free public event is sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Milwaukee County.

NAACP Monthly Meeting, 11 am - 1 pm
2745 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Dr., Milwaukee
The monthly membership meeting of NAACP Milwaukee Branch. The meeting is held in the basement conference room.

Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, 8 pm - 10 pm
Comedy Sportz Theater, 420 S. 1st St., Milwaukee
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee presents a night of progressive political comedy. In addition to some of the finest progressive comedians Milwaukee has to offer, each Laughing Liberally Milwaukee will feature a special interview with a local political figure, journalist or activist. This month's guests are Mike Crute and Dominic Salvia. Mike and Dom are the hosts of Devil's Advocates Radio on 1510am Resistance Radio. Advance tickets ($8): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/laughing-liberally-milwaukees-one-year-anniversary-tickets-42548572927

Sun Feb 18, 2018

Opening Preview for Allied in the Fight: Jews, Blacks and the Struggle for Civil Rights, 7 pm - 9 pm
Jewish Museum Milwaukee, 1360 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee
The event is sold out.  For information on future events in this series go to https://jewishmuseummilwaukee.org/

 Mon Feb 19, 2018

“Mysteries of the Great Lakes” Film Screening and Discussion, 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
The Urban Ecology Center, 1500 E Park Pl, Milwaukee
Mysteries of the Great Lakes” Film Screening and Discussion Mysteries of the Great Lakes is as much a celebration of the world’s greatest freshwater ecosystem as it is a rallying cry for protection. The story will take audiences on an inspiring voyage through these amazing inland seas and showcase the amazing geography, ecology, science, and history of the region. SWAN Program Coordinator Dan Gray will facilitate a group discussion of our relationship to the Great Lakes following the 45 minutes film screening. Free event but registration required. Open to the public. You don’t have to be a member to attend. Register Here! https://milwaukeeriverkeeper.org/swan-mysteries-of-the-great-lakes/

DPMC Issues Committee Meeting, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
J&B's Blue Ribbon, 5230 W. Bluemound Rd.
NOTE NEW LOCATION. The Democratic Party's Issues Committee will hold its monthly meeting. All Democrats are welcome to participate

Tues Feb. 20, 2018

Spring Primary Election, 7:00 am – 8:00 pm
Find your polling place at https://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/
Primary for these nonpartisan offices: Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Wisconsin Court of Appeals Judge County Supervisor County Circuit Judges Municipal Officials (in some localities)

On the Issues: Millennial Action Project, 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Marquette University, Eckstein Hall, 1215 W. Michigan St., Milwaukee
Steven Olikara wants to change American politics as we know it. A self-described political entrepreneur, Olikara leads the Millennial Action Project, a national, nonpartisan organization that’s working with millennial policymakers to overcome partisan gridlock. The Millennial Action Project has organized the nation’s first-ever bipartisan millennial caucus in Congress and is active in 20 state legislatures. Where others see conflict, Olikara sees opportunity to find common ground on issues such as entrepreneurship, democracy reform, education, and the environment. RSVP required: https://law.marquette.edu/current-students/issues-steven-olikara

Redlining in Context, 7 pm - 8:30 pm
Jewish Museum Milwaukee, 1360 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee
View a screening of Wisconsin Public Television’s “City Within A City: When Pretty Soon Runs Out,” a documentary that explores the stories and lives of low-income families impacted by urban renewal. Ralph Hollman, former president and CEO of The Milwaukee Urban League, will address the late migration and development of Milwaukee’s black community, Jewish business in Bronzeville, and what was built and destroyed during the so-called urban renewal projects. Sponsored by The Ideas Network 90.7. Museum Member $6, Non-Member $8 or as part of the three-program series Redlining, Racism and Reflection More information and registration: https://jewishmuseummilwaukee.org/events/redlining-part2/

Tony Evers meet and greet and fundraiser, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
294 West Main Street, Waukesha (Meli Bar)