America, This Is an Old and Brutal Tyranny

More than a constitutional crisis, this is a fundamentally tyrannical assertion of illegitimate power. To claim the authority to remand any American, citizen or otherwise, to a distant prison beyond the reach of any legal remedy is to violate centuries of Anglo-American legal tradition and shatter the very foundations of constitutional government in the United States. It is to reduce the citizens of a republic to the subjects of a king. It is, in the language of the American revolutionaries, to enslave the people to a singular, arbitrary will. It is not for nothing that among the accusations listed in the Declaration of Independence is the charge that the king is guilty of 'transporting us beyond Seas to be tried for pretended Offences.'

Milwaukee County Climate Action Plan 2050, 6:00 - 7:30pm
Walnut Way, 2240 N. 17th St., Milwaukee
Milwaukee County will present and hold discussion of the Milwaukee County Climate Action Plan 2050. Attend and report back to the League of Women Voters of Milwaukee County.

Progressive Turnout Project: New Postcard Program, 7:00 - 8:00pm CDT
Online
Please join us to learn about our upcoming Postcards to Swing States programs for 2025 and 2026. We'll begin sign-ups on May 1 for postcards for November 2025 elections in Virginia, Pennsylvania and New Jersey. In addition to our past get-out-the-vote postcards, we'll send postcards to share important news headlines with potential voters in Virginia to make sure they hear about the harmful policies of Trump, Musk and Republicans. We'll also talk about our plans for the 2026 midterms and our latest thoughts (based on data) on how postcards fit into the broader Democratic strategy to regain power in 2026 and 2028. Register.

Waukesha Dems April Meeting, 7:00 - 8:00pm
200 Richard St, Waukesha
Join us for our April Monthly Meeting! Two weeks ago we all beat the richest man in the world. We won the city of Waukesha, we won Elm Grove, and we took the first step toward defeating the Trump-Musk agenda. This chapter of the book is done, and now we turn the page and continue on. Where do we go from here? What are the next steps? How do we use this momentum? Who is replacing Ben Wikler? These are all the questions I've heard daily since April 1st, this meeting is where we tackle them together.

Ron Johnson Town Hall, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Nicolet High School Cafeteria, 6701 N Jean Nicolet Rd, Glendale
Senate Republicans are moving fast on a federal budget that will affect all of our lives. Senator Johnson will be home for April Recess and needs to hear from us about proposed cuts to essential programs and services, and whatever else may be on our minds. We asked the senator to attend this special nonpartisan community town hall. Whether he attends or leaves an empty chair where he ought to be, we will make sure he hears what you have to say. Event hosted by several MKE area indivisible and other grassroots groups. Questions? Contact Debbie Patel. Please sign up to ensure a seat.

Stop the Cuts Ron Johnson! - 50501 Overpass Rally, 12:00 - 2:00pm
Locations specified at sign-up
Republicans Are Selling Us Out To Billionaires Like Elon Musk and Trump. Milwaukee will take to the overpasses in a major public protest to send a loud, visible message to Republican lawmakers: Stop the Cuts. Organized by Indivisible and 50501 Milwaukee, this protest will shine a spotlight on GOP Members of Congress who are backing deep cuts to healthcare, education, climate funding, and more—while catering to billionaires like Trump and Musk.

• Specified overpasses along I-43/I-94 from General Mitchel International Airport to event.
• Show them how you feel about federal government cuts by crowding the overpasses!

Sign up.

Milwaukee County Dems April Meeting, 6:00 - 7:00pm
Four Points by Sheraton, 8900 N Kildeer Court, Brown Deer
Join us for our April Monthly Meeting! Special Guest TBA! More details to follow.

Immigration 101: What You Need to Know Now, 6:30 - 7:30pm
Virtual
Stories about immigration are everywhere—on our social media feeds, in the news, and in our group chats. Families being separated, asylum seekers being turned away, policies changing overnight. If you’re asking yourself, “What is actually going on?”—you’re not alone. It’s time to get the facts! Join us to hear from Doris Meissner, a former Commissioner with the Immigration and Naturalization Service and Heidi Altman, VP of Policy at the National Immigration Law Center. These two experts will break down how our current system came to be, what led us to this point, and how new policies are impacting people right now. This isn’t just about politics—it’s about people, power, and a system that’s long overdue for change. Join us for a better understanding of what’s happening on the ground, why it matters and what you can do. See you there! Presented by Red Wine & Blue. Sign up.

Milwaukee County Board vote on County Climate Plan, 12:00pm
County Courthouse, 901 N 9th St, Room 200, Milwaukee
Attend, hold up a sign in support, and report back to the League of Women Voters of Milwaukee County.

LWVMC League Cafe, 10:00am - 12:00pm
East Side Library, 2320 N Cramer St, Milwaukee
League Cafe meets monthly and welcomes League members old and new, as well as community members. In a small group setting, we get to know each other better, share knowledge and have interesting conversations. In rotating months, we meet as a general discussion group, and in opposite months, convene as a book club to discuss noteworthy books on racial equity, immigration and/or voting.

A Dialogue: Confronting Mass Incarceration, 10:00am - 12:00pm
1522 on the Lake Community Room
1522 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee
Join us for short presentation by Dr. Emily Sterk followed by discussion of how interested League members can advocate for change in our community! Dr. Emily Sterk joined the Milwaukee Turners as a Research and Advocacy Associate in September 2024. She has worked in various learning environments, including national and international universities, correctional facilities, youth detention centers, and adult education centers. As part of the “Confronting Mass Incarceration” team, Emily develops and contributes to the Milwaukee Turners’ expanding expertise in mass incarceration policy and creates research-informed programs for system-impacted individuals. Emily joined the League of Women Voters in the fall of 2024. Registration is required.

Rock the Green Event, 12:00 - 3:00pm
Harley-Davidson Museum, 400 W Canal St, Milwaukee
This 14th Annual Rock the Green Event is presented by Milwaukee River Keepers and the City of Milwaukee Environmental Collaboration Office, featuring The Zach Pietrini Band. Attend and report back to the League of Women Voters of Milwaukee County.

WAVE Discussion: Gun Violence 101, 6:00 - 7:00pm
Zoom
WAVE is hosting a special Virtual Action Team event featuring a conversation with the author, Thomas Gabor, and illustrator, Violet Lemay. They’ll discuss the biggest gun lobby myths, the truth behind them, and how we can be more effective advocates for preventing gun tragedies. Sign up link tbd.

Community Conversation with Senator Jodi Habush Sinykin: A Friendraiser not a Fundraiser, 5:00 - 6:30pm CDT
N53W16690 Prairie Dawn, Menomonee Falls
In these uncertain times, hear from Jodi about what is happening in the legislature and how we can keep moving Wisconsin Forward. Sign up by emailing Carrie.

6th CD Convention, 10:00am - 3:00pm
DPOC, 1930 Wisconsin Ave, Grafton
Calling all 6th CD members! It's time for the 6th CD to gather once again - and this year, the convention falls on May 4, also known as "Star Wars Day"! Lunch wil be provided. More details can be found here.

Wisconsin Conservation Voters Lobby Day, All Day
Madison
Join folks from across Wisconsin at the state Capitol to tell legislators what you expect from them this legislative session at Conservation Lobby Day, hosted by Wisconsin Conservation Voters! Tell your legislators directly about the action you want them to take on clean water, clean energy, and a healthy democracy. Citizen lobbying really does make a difference! All of the past Conservation Lobby Days past lobby days have led to direct policy wins that helped move forward a pro-conservation agenda. For more information, visit the event page. And register.

Banned Book Club: Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer, 6:30 - 9:00pm CDT
Online
Braiding Sweetgrass is the amazing nonfiction book by botanist, author, and citizen of the Potawatomi Nation, Robin Wall Kimmerer. In this book, she explores and celebrates our reciprocal relationship with the rest of the living world. Braiding Sweetgrass touches on issues relating to colonialism, environmentalism, and climate change. Sponsored by Red Wine & Blue. Sign up.

Grassroots Festival: We Are the Guardrails Now!, 9:00 - 5:00pm
McFarland High School, 5103 Farwell St, McFarland
It's up to us to rescue our democracy - together. No one can do it alone. This Festival brings us together to network, to learn, and to support one another. WGN needs you to make it happen. Let us know that you want to help by clicking on the Volunteer button below. It takes you to our website Contact page where you can share your contact information as well as your ideas. We'll feature several exciting keynote speakers, 16 breakout sessions on issues that matter, concessions, lunch, and entertainment. But, we can't do it without you. Join us. BE A GUARDRAIL!

WAVE Day of Action to Prevent Gun Violence, 6:00 - 7:00pm
Madison
Join WAVE Educational Fund, the Wisconsin Gun Violence Prevention Coalition, and advocates from across the state in Madison as we speak up for lifesaving gun laws. The morning will feature training on how to talk effectively with your legislators about policies that save lives. In the afternoon, you can speak with your elected officials. If you’d rather not speak, you can show up to support others - every person counts! Lunch is included – along with time to build community with others who are dedicated to creating a safer, more just Wisconsin. Sign up.