I'm not sure how many shoes are involved in this whole process, but yesterday another one dropped as both Wisconsin and Arizona certified their results from the November 3 election. The recount in Wisconsin, which cost the Drumpf campaign $3 million, resulted in an additional 87 votes for President-elect Biden. In other words, each new Biden vote cost the Drumpf campaign $34,483. Thanks, one-term president* tRump!
Meanwhile, Drumpf sues to try to reverse Wisconsin's election results:
Although the law here states that challenges to election results are to be filed in circuit court, the Drumpf campaign went straight to the Wisconsin Supreme Court. There's no certainty that the Supreme Court will agree to hear the case. But these sorts of lawsuits, like the ones filed in Michigan and Pennsylvania — all of which have failed spectacularly — can and have done harm to the US electoral system by convincing Drumpf supporters voter fraud is rampant and decreasing their confidence in the national vote count "from 56% before the election to 28% afterward" (Bright Line Watch).
To make sure the Biden administration is not hamstrung from the start by an obstructionist Senator McConnell and his henchmen, we need to help the two Democrats running for Senate in Georgia. If they win, we win the Senate. So, Grassroots North Shore needs more postcard writers: GRNS volunteers are currently writing 2,000 postcards to Georgia voters for the special Senate election for Jon Ossoff and Rev. Warnock. We just received 1,000 more names/addresses so we need more writers to get these postcards mailed by Dec. 9. We chose that date because early voting begins on Dec. 14 in Georgia. This project requires volunteers to handwrite a short message and address the postcards. The packets contain 25 postcards, stamps, instructions and the script and will be delivered to you by Dec. 3. To volunteer please contact Norma Gilson ASAP.
And don't overlook these opportunities to participate in the governance of our state:
Governor Evers is holding virtual listening sessions as he prepares his 2021-23 State Budget proposal. Wisconsinites are encouraged to offer their thoughts and recommendations for the Governor to consider. We hope many WISDOM members will speak at the next two sessions. To speak, you must register ahead of time.
- The Listening Session on "Environment, Infrastructure and the Economy" will be held TOMORROW (December 2) evening at 6:00 pm. This is the time to speak about Transit and Transportation issues, or matters related to protection of the environment. To be allowed to participate, you need to register. You can do so at the Governor's website. You can also submit written comments or suggestions.
- The Listening Session on "Criminal Justice Reform" will be held Next Tuesday, December 8. Again, the session will be at 6:00 pm. And, agan, you need to register at the Governor's website.
EVENTS
Tue Dec 1, 2020
Virtual Drinking Liberally MKE, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Zoom
Drinking Liberally MKE will get together on Zoom. Zoom link. More information.
Wed Dec 2, 2020
Suspended: Refuel the Resistance, 6pm - 8pm
Bounce Milwaukee, 2801 S. 5th Ct., Milwaukee
Bounce Milwaukee is closed, including delivery and carryout, until the COVID-19 spread in our area is under control. More information.
Jilly Gokalgandhi School Bd Kickoff, 7pm - 8pm
Zoom
Virtual kickoff for Jilly Gokalgandhi's campaign for Milwaukee School Board, District 5. Retiring School Board President Larry Miller will be a special guest. More information. Zoom link.
Info: Laughing Liberally MKE, 8:30pm - 9:30pm
Online
For information on the latest Laughing Liberally offerings go here.
Thu Dec 3, 2020
Postponed: DPMC Issues Committee Meeting, 4:30pm - 4:30pm
Amalgamated Transit Union, 734 N. 26th St., Milwaukee
The Democratic Party's Issues Committee holds its meeting on the first Thursday of each month. All Democrats are welcome to participate.
Jill Underly Meet & Greet, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Online
Dr. Jill Underly, candidate for State Superintendent of Public Instruction, will have a virtual meet & greet event. Information on joining the event will be sent after registration. Registration.
Sat Dec 5, 2020
Stand for Peace, 12pm - 1pm
TBA
Stand for Peace is resuming their presence with careful precautions (more information). Stand for peace in the streets of Milwaukee, every Saturday at noon. Organized by Peace Action Wisconsin.
Mon Dec 7, 2020
Virtual Drinking Liberally Waukesha, 6:30pm - 6:30pm
Online
Drinking Liberally Waukesha may be held virtually with Zoom. Check for updates.
Tue Dec 8, 2020
Jon Richards for Judge Fundraiser, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Online
Virtual reception to support Jon Richards for Milwaukee County Judge in Branch 30. More information.
Drinking Liberally Grafton/Mequon, 6:30pm - 8pm
Water Street Brewery, 1251 Gateway Dr. Grafton
TBA
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 Virtual Meeting, 7pm - 8:30pm
Online
350 Milwaukee is part of 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 Dec 9, 2020
Virtual: Community Justice Council, 9:30am - 11am
Online
Milwaukee Community Justice Council Meeting of the Whole will have an Online/Virtual meeting. More information.
Grass Roots South Shore Virtual Meeting, 6pm - 8pm
Online
Check the following page to see if Grass Roots South Shore will have a virtual meeting. More information.
Suspended: Refuel the Resistance, 6pm - 8pm
Bounce Milwaukee, 2801 S. 5th Ct., Milwaukee
Bounce Milwaukee is closed, including delivery and carryout, until the COVID-19 spread in our area is under control. More information.
Thu Dec 10, 2020
Info: Mental Health Board Meeting, 8am - 8am
Online
This meeting is posted as a Teleconference Meeting (see Agenda for details). Public Comment: none. More information.
Info: Drinking Liberally West Allis, 6:30pm - 9pm
TBA
For information on whether the event will take place, check here.
Sat Dec 12, 2020
UN Assn of MKE, 10am - 12pm
Suspended
This meeting is suspended for the time being. More information.
Stand for Peace, 12pm - 1pm
TBA
Stand for Peace is resuming their presence with careful precautions (more information). Stand for peace in the streets of Milwaukee, every Saturday at noon. Organized by Peace Action Wisconsin.
Mon Dec 14, 2020
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.
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