Abbreviated today, more tomorrow

The newsletter this week will arrive in two parts. This first mailing covers the TAKE ACTION events and the more comprehensive EVENTS list. Tomorrow I will have time to write a proper account covering the avalanche of news we've experienced over the past few days, including the Trump regime's latest threats, the government shutdown that took place beginning at midnight last night, and some important distinctions between what ICE, local and state law enforcement can do and what the military — including the National Guard — can do in our communities.

Also, if you have not already seen this article in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel today, bone up on who will be running for Wisconsin Supreme Court next spring: "Who is Maria Lazar? What to know about conservative Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate." It's always possible that one or more new candidates will pop up before December, when nomination papers will begin circulating. But right now, there are only two: Chris Taylor and Maria Lazar.

Before you turn to our extensive EVENTS list, make sure you take the two easy-peasy actions we have for you.

TAKE ACTION

Join the Indivisible call TONIGHT at 7:30pm CT: Healthcare not Authoritarianism.

"Donald Trump and Congressional Republicans have spent the past nine months selling out working families in order to give tax breaks to their billionaire friends. Now they’re taking us into a government shutdown because they refuse to negotiate with Democrats and lower healthcare costs for our families.

"Trump has refused to support a budget proposal that would prevent millions of Americans from losing their health care. He's insisted on illegally cancelling funds our communities rely on. And he abruptly called off a planned meeting with Democratic leadership, and then threatened to fire even more federal workers when the government shuts down. We deserve a budget that meets our health care needs and reins in Trump's lawlessness.

Join our mass call this Wednesday (10/1) at 8:30 PM EST/5:30 PM PST for an update on the federal funding fight, and to discuss how we can organize collectively to support and protect our communities in this federal budget showdown."


Call Senator Ron Johnson. Tell him Republicans need to negotiate with Democrats to shore up healthcare coverage for millions of Americans: 202-224-5323.

Call Senator Tammy Baldwin. Tell her you appreciate her "no" vote on the Republican Continuing Resolution bill and to stand strong opposing the draconian cuts to Medicaid and the ACA tax credits: 202-224-5653.

EVENTS

Wednesday, October 1

Brookfield Resist Street Demonstration, 4:30 - 6:00pm
Address upon RSVP

Demonstrate against Trump and his administration. We are demonstrating in Brookfield Wisconsin to let Donald Trump and his administration know that we will never accept the authoritarian takeover of our government, the destruction of essential institutions, programs, healthcare, and social justice reforms, the suppression of free speech, the political vengeance, the extortion, the cruel immigration actions, the incompetence, the arrogance, and the corrupt practices of the president and his family. You will receive an email covering event location and other details after you sign up. Sign up.

Indivisible Shutdown Rapid Response, 7:30pm CT
Online

On Wednesday, Indivisible has a mass call: "If Republicans force a shutdown, we'll need to act fast to hold them accountable, so we plan to convene with national partners to lay out a strong grassroots response." Sign up for the MASS CALL- Healthcare Not Authoritarianism: Shutdown Showdown.

Thursday, October 2

Indivisible: What's the Plan, 2:00pm CT
Online

As they do each week, Indivisible co-founders Leah and Ezra - both former Hill staffers - will go live at 2pm CT Thursday to break down the news, give the inside "skinny" on Capitol Hill, and answer your questions directly! This week, they plan to hone in on the federal funding fight. Sign up.

Taking Back our Power in 2025 w/ Stacey Abrams, 6:00 - 7:00pm CT
Online

The warning signs of authoritarianism are no longer abstract. Across the country, we’re seeing efforts to suppress the vote, attacks on public education, and attempts to silence free speech. This is a coordinated strategy to weaken our democracy and concentrate power in the hands of a few. But history shows that authoritarianism is not inevitable, and everyday people are the ones who can defeat it. Join us to hear from Stacey Abrams about where we are as a country, what’s at stake for all of us, and how we can fight back. We’ll learn from one of the most respected organizers in the country why local organizing matters, how we build real power, and the steps we must take to protect our future. This is a conversation about how we win and how we build the power we need to defeat authoritarianism at every level of government. See you there! Register.

Saturday, October 4

Unite and Rise All Member & Interested Parties Gathering, 10:00 - 12:00pm
6737 W Washington St, Suite 2135, West Allis

Are you concerned about the state of democracy in our country? Do you wonder what you can do that makes a difference? Join us to consider the extent of the constitutional crisis our country faces. Citizens in other countries have effectively fought back. How can we use these tactics in our own country? Register (recommended).

Speak Up Saturdays, 10:00 - 11:30am
76th and Layton, Greenfield

Join us for Show Up, Speak Up Saturdays! Last week we tallied the honks for affordable health care and delivered the chart to Rep Steil's office! Freedom of Speech was on everyone's mind. Will we be able to continue to express our disagreement with this authoritarian regime? And safely? Every Saturday. 76th and Layton in Greenfield. 10 - 11:30 am. Sign up here.

Meet and Greet with State Supreme Court Candidate Judge Chris Taylor, 4:30 - 6:00pm
Democratic Party of Ozaukee County (Suite 103), 1245 Cheyenne Avenue, Grafton

An informal opportunity to meet our next State Supreme Court Justice.

East Castle Saturday Group Protest,  1:00 - 1:30pm
Downer Ave, between Bradford Ave and Lake Drive.

Meet on the east side of the street, Downer Ave, between Bradford Ave and Lake Drive.

Tosa Weekly Peaceful Protest,  12:00 - 2:00pm
Corners of 76th and Bluemound & 76th and North.

Sunday, October 5

SE Wisconsin Indivisible, 3:00 - 4:00pm
1501 Miller Park Way, West Milwaukee

We the people stand for democracy and freedom for all. Rise up and join the resistance. Sign up.

Hands Along Lake Michigan
Join your hands together with your compatriots!

Monday, October 6

South WI Indivisible: ABC/Disney Picket, 11:00am - 12:00pm
759 N 19th St, Milwaukee

Jimmy Kimmel Live was indefinitely suspended due to his words spoken about Charlie Kirk and Trump. Like a third-rate mob boss, Trump’s Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chair issued a public threat to “take action” against stations airing Jimmy Kimmel for a joke that offended the regime. His actual words: “We can do this the easy way, or the hard way.” So ABC and Nexstar cowered and listened to a bully. It’s on us to prove them wrong and show there’s a price to sacrificing our First Amendment rights at the altar of corporate profit.

Please be sure to bring signs, megaphones, bullhorns, props and your voices! Let's let our local WISN-12 station know we won't stand for this and neither should they! This picket is to lift up the people at WISN12 and convince them to pressure Nexstar and ABC to reinstate Jimmy Kimmel! Please join us in uniting our community, not splitting it!.

SEIU-led rally in Rep Steil's District, 4:00pm
S 6th and Drexel Ave, Oak Creek

Join in a rally to let Bryan Steil know that you oppose the Big Ugly Budget Bill that takes $1 trillion from Medicaid to give fat tax cuts to millionaires, billionaires and big corporations. This is all the more urgent now that Republicans have shut the whole federal government is down rather than negotiate with Democrats over restoring some of the draconian cuts they have made to health care for millions of Americans.

Tuesday, October 7

Office Hour Volunteer Orientation, 6:00 - 7:00pm CDT
Democratic Party of Ozaukee County (Suite 103), 1245 Cheyenne Avenue, Grafton

Learn our “office hours” duties to help Oz Dems to keep growing.

Wednesday, October 8

Lakefront Dems Social 6:00 - 8:00pm CDT
750 N Lincoln Memorial Drive

Join the Lakefront Dems at the War Memorial Beer Garden! Whether you've canvassed before or are just interested getting involved, bring a friend (or two!) to hear about the great work we've done in past cycles and where we're going. RSVP.

What is in the Big Bill and how could it affect you? 7:00 - 8:00pm CDT
Democratic Party of Ozaukee County (Suite 103), 1245 Cheyenne Avenue, Grafton

We are sponsoring a community presentation, "What is in the Big Bill and how could it affect you?," presented by attorney Nick Korger with special guests Deb Andraca and Jodi Habush Sinykin. The event will be held in the Oz Dems office in Grafton. Invite your friends and neighbors.

Thursday, October 9

Indivisible: Weekly coming together in community 2:00 - 3:00pm CDT
Online

The onslaught of news, the chaos coming out of the White House – it’s all meant to overwhelm us. It’s a deliberate strategy to sow confusion and make us believe we are powerless to fight back. The antidote: Coming together in community to process what’s happening, to sift through what’s important and what’s just noise, and coalesce around strategies for fighting back. Join Indivisible co-founders Leah Greenberg and Ezra Levin each week, as we carve out an hour to discuss what’s happening and – more importantly – what’s the plan. REGISTER HERE

Weekly Bridge Brigade in Milwaukee 4:00 - 5:30pm CDT
Lincoln Avenue I-43/94 Overpass
We have a new message every week and people are welcome to come and wave, help us hold upthe letter frames or bring their own signs for the Lincoln Avenue traffic.  Join us on Facebook at Bridge Brigade MKE.

Saturday, October 11

Speak Up Saturdays, 10:00 - 11:30am
76th and Layton, Greenfield

Join us for Show Up, Speak Up Saturdays! Last week we tallied the honks for affordable health care and delivered the chart to Rep Steil's office! Freedom of Speech was on everyone's mind. Will we be able to continue to express our disagreement with this authoritarian regime? And safely? Every Saturday. 76th and Layton in Greenfield. 10 - 11:30 am. Sign up here.

Protect our Healthcare Rally, 10:30
310 Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee

Sponsored by Souls to the Polls.

East Castle Saturday Group Protest,  1:00 - 1:30pm
Downer Ave, between Bradford Ave and Lake Drive.

Meet on the east side of the street, Downer Ave, between Bradford Ave and Lake Drive.

Tosa Weekly Peaceful Protest,  12:00 - 2:00pm
Corners of 76th and Bluemound & 76th and North.

Sunday, October 12

SE Wisconsin Indivisible, 3:00 - 4:00pm
1501 Miller Park Way, West Milwaukee

We the people stand for democracy and freedom for all. Rise up and join the resistance. Sign up.

Monday, October 13

7:00 - 8:30pm CDT
Virtual

Join Grassroots North Shore and Worth Fighting For Wisconsin as we bust open the myths surrounding American immigration policy, highlight efforts to protect our immigrant friends and neighbors, hear from the immigrant community, and learn what WE can do to make things better. Featuring Emilio de Torres, Executive Director of the Milwaukee Turners, and Iuscely Flores (Comite Sin Fronteras). REGISTER NOW.
Learn more about the Milwaukee Turners and about the Comité Sin Fronteras.

Wednesday, October 15

Germantown Community Coalition: Supporting our Veterans, 6:00 - 9:00pm
American Legion, N120W15932 Freistadt Rd, Germantown

Behind the Uniform: The Realities of Life After Service. This presentation offers a candid look at the lived experiences of veterans in our community. Together, we’ll explore what it’s really like to transition from military to civilian life, the unique challenges veterans face at higher rates, and the services available to support them. Most importantly, you’ll leave with practical ways to make a difference—whether that’s volunteering your time, supporting local veteran organizations, advocating for legislation, or even small everyday actions. Come ready to listen, learn, and walk away with clear steps you can take tomorrow to honor and support those who’ve served. Register Here.

October Banned Book Club: The Girl Who Fell from the Sky by Heidi W. Durrow, 6:30 - 8:00pm
Virtual

The Girl Who Fell from the Sky tells the story of Rachel, a biracial girl who is the sole survivor of a family tragedy and then goes to live with her grandmother. Durrow’s book is a winner of the Bellwether Prize for best fiction manuscript addressing issues of racism and classism. Parent’s in a Utah school districts attempted to have Durrow’s book banned for including sexual content and sexual violence. Register Here.

Ozaukee Democrats Monthly Meeting, 7:00 - 8:00pm
Democratic Party of Ozaukee County, 1245 Cheyenne Ave., #103, Grafton

Join us for our monthly meeting to get the latest updates on our fight to turn Ozaukee County blue and find out how you can help.

Thursday, October 16

Indivisible: Weekly coming together in community 2:00 - 3:00pm CDT
Online

The onslaught of news, the chaos coming out of the White House – it’s all meant to overwhelm us. It’s a deliberate strategy to sow confusion and make us believe we are powerless to fight back. The antidote: Coming together in community to process what’s happening, to sift through what’s important and what’s just noise, and coalesce around strategies for fighting back. Join Indivisible co-founders Leah Greenberg and Ezra Levin each week, as we carve out an hour to discuss what’s happening and – more importantly – what’s the plan. REGISTER HERE

Weekly Bridge Brigade in Milwaukee 4:00 - 5:30pm CDT
Lincoln Avenue I-43/94 Overpass
We have a new message every week and people are welcome to come and wave, help us hold upthe letter frames or bring their own signs for the Lincoln Avenue traffic.  Join us on Facebook at Bridge Brigade MKE.

Saturday, October 18

No Kings Rally, 11:00 - 2:00pm
Cathedral Square, 520 E Wells St, Milwaukee

In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings. Our peaceful movement is only getting bigger and stronger. “NO KINGS” is more than just a slogan—it’s the foundation our nation was built upon. Born in the streets, carried by millions in chants and on posters, it echoes from city blocks to rural town squares, uniting people across this country to fight dictatorship together. The president thinks his rule is absolute. But in America, we don’t have kings, and we won’t back down against chaos, corruption, and cruelty. Grow our movement and join us. Sign up to attend.

Support the Milwaukee area coalition through our NO KINGS fund, facilitated through Grassroots North Shore. This fund is solely dedicated to putting on NO KINGS coalition events. Our intent is to organize the most impactful, accessible, and safe events feasible. This often requires necessary costs to procure event infrastructure like stages, sound systems, porta-potties, temporary barriers, safety and security equipment, promotion, and other services. Whatever your contribution, we are grateful for your solidarity. Donate.

We need reliable volunteers to help keep our events safe, non-violent, effective, and accessible. We are currently seeking volunteers for the NO KINGS Rally in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin on Saturday October 18, 2025. Volunteers who join this list may be contacted about this event and future events. Volunteer.

Ozaukee: No Kings Rally, 10:00am - 11:00am
W63N641 Washington Avenue, Cedarburg

“NO KINGS!” is more than just a slogan—it’s the foundation our nation was built upon. Born in the streets, carried by millions in chants and on posters, it echoes from our rural town squares to dense city blocks uniting people across our county, state and nation to fight the emerging dictatorship… together. Please park behind the gym/city hall. Sign up.

Greenfield: No Kings Rally, 10:00am - 11:30am
South 76th Street & West Layton Avenue, Greenfield

Our peaceful movement is only getting bigger and stronger. “NO KINGS!” is more than just a slogan—it’s the foundation our nation was built upon. Born in the streets, carried by millions in chants and on posters, it echoes from our rural town squares to dense city blocks uniting people across our county, state and nation to fight the emerging dictatorship… together. Please park behind the gym/city hall. Sign up.

Brookfield Resist: No Kings Rally, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Address upon RSVP

Had enough? Stand with us. Join us in this national day of action on Saturday, October 18th from 11:00am-12:30pm as we protest Trump & his administration. Complete event details will be made known after sign up. Sign up.

No Kings Waukesha, 1:00 - 2:30pm
321 Wisconsin Ave, Waukesha: Sidewalk in front of Cutler Park

Our peaceful movement is only getting bigger and stronger. “NO KINGS” is more than just a slogan—it’s the foundation our nation was built upon. Born in the streets, carried by millions in chants and on posters, it echoes from city blocks to rural town squares, uniting people across this country to fight dictatorship together. The president thinks his rule is absolute. But in America, we don’t have kings, and we won’t back down against chaos, corruption, and cruelty. Grow our movement and join us. Sign up.

No Kings West Bend, 1:00 - 2:30pm
Washington County Government Center, 432 E Washington St, West Bend

Our peaceful movement is only getting bigger and stronger. “NO KINGS” is more than just a slogan—it’s the foundation our nation was built upon. Born in the streets, carried by millions in chants and on posters, it echoes from city blocks to rural town squares, uniting people across this country to fight dictatorship together. The president thinks his rule is absolute. But in America, we don’t have kings, and we won’t back down against chaos, corruption, and cruelty. Grow our movement and join us. Sign up.

No Kings Shorewood, 2:00 - 3:30pm
North Wilson Drive & Capitol Drive, Shorewood

Our peaceful movement is only getting bigger and stronger. “NO KINGS” is more than just a slogan—it’s the foundation our nation was built upon. Born in the streets, carried by millions in chants and on posters, it echoes from city blocks to rural town squares, uniting people across this country to fight dictatorship together. The president thinks his rule is absolute. But in America, we don’t have kings, and we won’t back down against chaos, corruption, and cruelty. Grow our movement and join us. Sign up.

Save the Date

Sunday, October 19

SE Wisconsin Indivisible, 3:00 - 4:00pm
1501 Miller Park Way, West Milwaukee

We the people stand for democracy and freedom for all. Rise up and join the resistance. Sign up.

Monday, October 20

Grassroots Glendale Volunteer Recruitment Phonebank, 5:30 - 7:30pm
6563 N Crestwood Dr, Glendale

Sign up.

Wednesday, October 22

No Tricks, Just Treats: A Democratic Majority Awaits, 5:00 - 6:30pm CDT
Location in Shorewood shared with RSVP

A fundraiser to re-elect Deb Andraca. Please RSVP to [email protected] or (414) 485-5284.

Thursday, October 23

Indivisible: Weekly coming together in community, 2:00 - 3:00pm CDT
Online

The onslaught of news, the chaos coming out of the White House – it’s all meant to overwhelm us. It’s a deliberate strategy to sow confusion and make us believe we are powerless to fight back. The antidote: Coming together in community to process what’s happening, to sift through what’s important and what’s just noise, and coalesce around strategies for fighting back. Join Indivisible co-founders Leah Greenberg and Ezra Levin each week, as we carve out an hour to discuss what’s happening and – more importantly – what’s the plan. REGISTER HERE

Weekly Bridge Brigade in Milwaukee 4:00 - 5:30pm CDT
Lincoln Avenue I-43/94 Overpass
We have a new message every week and people are welcome to come and wave, help us hold upthe letter frames or bring their own signs for the Lincoln Avenue traffic.  Join us on Facebook at Bridge Brigade MKE.

Lakefront Dems Social 6:00 - 8:00pm CDT
750 N Lincoln Memorial Drive

Join the Lakefront Dems at the War Memorial Beer Garden! Whether you've canvassed before or are just interested getting involved, bring a friend (or two!) to hear about the great work we've done in past cycles and where we're going. RSVP.

Saturday, October 25

Coffee, Tea & Democracy, 10:00 - 11:00am CDT
Democratic Party of Ozaukee County, 1245 Cheyenne Ave., #103, Grafton

Stop by the Dem office on the last Saturday of every month from 10 - 11am for this new event!
     Q: What is it?
     A: A fun and safe space where ideas will percolate and tea is spilt.
We provide refreshments. You bring yourself, and a friend. See you there!

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