It's another week of sadness and outrage. What more is there to say? If you'd like to donate to funds to help the communities of El Paso and Dayton heal, here are some links:
- The El Paso Community Foundation's "El Paso Shooting Victims' Fund"
- Paso Del Norte Community Foundation donation page
- The American Red Cross is also accepting donations for El Paso and Dayton
- The Dayton Foundation's "Dayton Oregon District Tragedy Fund"
- And lest we forget (because the death rota is so small?), there's also the mass shooting in Gilroy, CA, to support.
And just in case you've averted your eyes, here's today's top story on jsonline.com: Wisconsin leaders show no signs of tackling gun violence after massacres in Texas and Ohio. The story's lead talks about "Wisconsin officials," but really means Republican leaders Vos and Fitzgerald. Do mythical Second Amendment rights trump human life? Apparently.
On a somewhat lighter note, some clever designers in Chicago have created an entire font, Ugly Gerry, from images of gerrymandered districts nationwide. Read about and download it to use to write an email to your assembly representative and state senator.
The newsletter is short this week because I am recuperating from some surgery and just don't have the patience right now to dig through all the news and commentary. According to Eilene Stevens, who took over for me last week, the Irma Bombeck of Grassroots North Shore is happily returning the spot to GRNS' Rachel Maddow! I think she just means that I'm wordier than she is. But I'm grateful for her willingness to do the honors last week.
For our events offerings this week, I especially want to call your attention to opportunities to get involved in the early, seed-sowing stage of campaigns we HAVE TO WIN. So here, once again, are the dates to start a little deep canvassing with Grassroots North Shore:
And mark your calendars now for our annual picnic and potluck event at Cahill Park (4950 N Woodruff Ave, Whitefish Bay) on Sunday, September 15. This year's theme is "Climate Change: This Generation and Beyond."
EVENTS
Wed Aug 7, 2019
Deep Canvassing Event, 5pm - 7:30pm
GRNS office, 5600 W. Brown Deer Rd., Suite 116, Brown Deer
Deep canvassing does not seek to get votes for any particular candidate or party. Instead, its purpose is to listen to specific voters' concerns. The techniques canvassers use and the script require canvassers to work in pairs and to have a real discussion with voters. Help Grassroots North Shore get to know voters in the area. Training will be provided. RSVP.
Grass Roots South Shore Meeting, 6pm - 8pm
Cudahy Library, 3500 Library Dr., Cudahy
Grass Roots South Shore meets on the first Wednesday of each month. For more information call Jim Balk, 414-218-5944.
Refuel the Resistance, 6pm - 8pm
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
Thu Aug 8, 2019
Drinking Liberally West Allis, 6:30pm - 9pm
Studz Pub Sports Bar & Grill, 6833 W. National Ave., West Allis
Drinking Liberally West Allis meets on the second Thursday of the month. Free discussions and fellowship. Good food and specials available.
Sat Aug 10, 2019
Effective Storytelling/ Bird-Dogging Training, 10:30am - 12:30pm
2121 N. Sherman Blvd., Milwaukee
Learn how to craft a persuasive testimony for the public budget hearing, and how to hold your local representatives accountable. To "bird-dog" means to follow, watch carefully, or investigate. When used in a political context, the term refers to people who seek out those in elected positions, pin them down with specific questions or information, and retrieve their views. The presenters will be Shauntay Nelson and Tracey Corder. Snacks will be provided. Hosted by African-American Civic Engagement Roundtable. RSVP.
Stand for Peace, 12pm - 1pm
West North Avenue & Sherman Boulevard, Milwaukee
Stand for peace in the streets of Milwaukee, every Saturday at noon. Organized by Peace Action Wisconsin.
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, 8pm - 10pm
Comedy Sportz Theater, 420 S. 1st St., Milwaukee
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee presents a night of progressive politicalcomedy. 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 guest is Julie Meyer from 9to5 Wisconsin and the Milwaukee Teacher's Education Association. Advance tickets ($8).
Sun Aug 11, 2019
Deep Canvassing Event, 2pm - 2pm
GRNS office, 5600 W. Brown Deer Rd., Suite 116, Brown Deer
Deep canvassing does not seek to get votes for any particular candidate or party. Instead, its purpose is to listen to specific voters' concerns. The techniques canvassers use and the script require canvassers to work in pairs and to have a real discussion with voters. Help Grassroots North Shore get to know voters in the area. Training will be provided. RSVP.
Mon Aug 12, 2019
Grass Roots South Shore Meeting, 6pm - 8pm
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.
Tue Aug 13, 2019
Drinking Liberally MKE, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Art Bar, 722 E. Burleigh St., Milwaukee
Now, more than ever, Drinking Liberally is a space to gather, support each other, and form the progressive community we need. Come share a pint with your fellow progressives! Drinking Liberally MKE meets on the second Tuesday of every month, hosted by Matt Filipowicz.
350 Milwaukee Meeting, 7pm - 8:30pm
Urban Ecology Center, 1500 E. Park Pl., Milwaukee
350.ORG is the global organization building a grassroots movement in 188 countries to address global warming and solve the climate crisis. 350 Milwaukee meets every month on the second Tuesday. More information.
Wed Aug 14, 2019
Refuel the Resistance, 6pm - 8pm
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.
Drinking Liberally Mequon, 6:30pm - 8pm
Libby Montana, 5616 W Donges Bay Rd, Mequon
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Sat Aug 17, 2019
NAACP Monthly Meeting, 11:30am - 1pm
2745 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Dr., Milwaukee
Monthly membership meeting of NAACP Milwaukee Branch. The meeting is held in the basement conference room.
Stand for Peace, 12pm - 1pm
Lincoln Memorial Drive & East Michigan Street, Milwaukee
Stand for peace in the streets of Milwaukee, every Saturday at noon. Organized by Peace Action Wisconsin.
Mon Aug 19, 2019
Milwaukee Dems Summer Potluck, 5:30pm - 8pm
Gordon Park Pavillion, 1321 E Locust St, Milwaukee
Main dish compliments of the Democratic Party of Milwaukee County. But bring a side or a dessert to pass. Our summer picnic/potluck is a lot of fun and a good way to meet fellow Dems in the Milwaukee area.
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