Grassroots North Shore is co-sponsoring a virtual meeting between the Democratic National Committee and various grassroots groups, including Swing Leftand the Swing Blue Alliance. This is the first time that I can recall that the Democratic Party is meeting with grassroots groups. So I hope Grassroots North Shore supporters will sign up to make sure we have a good showing and to find out how the party intends to "Flip the House." The event is scheduled for Wednesday, March 18, at 7:00pm Central Time. And just FYI, both Derrick Van Orden (Wisconsin CD3) and Bryan Steil (CD1) are on the flip list.
Hear Ye! Hear Ye! NO KINGS 3 is coming on March 28! And we need YOU! Not only do you need to attend a rally, either the main one in Milwaukee at Washington Park from 11:00am - 3:00pm or one of the other smaller gatherings around the city (see the list below or visit nokings.org for a complete map) but you also need to DO SOMETHING MORE. Grassroots North Shore needs volunteers to work the crowd. The goal is to persuade others to step up, to go beyond attending protest rallies and marches. Here's what you'll do:
- chat with attendees and thank them for coming;
- hand them a flyer and encourage them to find ONE action they can do to make a difference in their communities;
- ask them to follow the flyer's QR code to sign up for an action then and there.
SIGN UP to volunteer.
If you cannot canvass (or even if you can), PLEASE DONATE to fund the sound system, the port-a-potties, the garbage cans, and some extra screens so everyone in the crowd can see and hear the speakers.
Here's a list of other rallies around Milwaukee. The times vary so check with and sign up for the rally you want to attend.
While we're in the midst of one campaign for a Wisconsin Supreme Court justice, comes news that Justice Annette Ziegler plans to retire in August, 2027, at the end of her current term. Which means in spring 2027 when there is yet another election for the court, the seat will be open! Defeating a sitting justice has been next to impossible. So it is to our advantage to have another open seat next year.
Although Annette Ziegler did not cite the change of the court's ideological make-up, as Rebecca Bradley did when she announced that she would not run again, Wisconsin Public Radio notes that "her tenure was not without its disputes with what recently became a liberal majority on the court. In 2023, after Justice Janet Protasiewicz took the bench, flipping the court’s ideological stance for the first time in 15 years, Ziegler accused her liberal colleagues of going “rogue” and undermining her authority as chief."
Now we're only weeks away from this spring's election. Early in-person voting begins March 24 and ends in most of the suburbs on April 3. You can check your community's website for days and hours. You can also still request an absentee ballot at MyVote.WI.gov. You may be able to return it through a drop box (again, check with your community's clerk for more information). If you use the postal service, be sure you do so as early as possible, because the mail has been slower than in the past. And the new process for postmarking mail means that your ballot will not necessarily be postmarked the day you put it in the mail! See the postal service's explanation and what you can do to ensure your ballot is postmarked appropriately here.
In these last few weeks before Election Day, it is vital that we contact as many supportive voters as we can! That's why the Democratic Party of Wisconsin has organized canvasses all over the state. Below you will find a list of staging locations together with dates and times. But NOTE: there is a special canvass at the Glendale staging location (6563 N Crestwood Dr, Glendale 53209) you won't want to miss: former White House chief of staff and former Chicago mayor Rahm Emanuel will cheer us on and knock doors with us starting at noon on Sunday, March 15. Sign Up to attend.
- Fox Point/Bayside, Saturdays: March 14, 21, & 28.
- Glendale, Sundays: March 15, 22, & 29.
- Grafton & Cedarburg, Saturday and Sunday: March 21 & 22.
- The Lakefront, Saturdays: March 14, 21, & 28.
- Mequon, Saturday and Sunday: March 21 & 22.
- Port Washington, Saturday and Sunday: March 21 & 22.
- West Allis, Saturdays: : March 14, 21, & 28.
- Whitefish Bay, Saturday, March 21.
The City of Milwaukee has been preparing for ramped up immigration enforcement with a trio of proposals for its "ICE Out MKE" campaign. Two of three proposals — one of which "declared opposition to ICE activity in the US" and the other of which called on "Milwaukee Police to intervene if anti-ICE protesters’ rights are violated" — have been passed by the Council and were signed by Mayor Johnson on March 6. The third proposal would prohibit ICE from using City-owned property for any of its activities (620WTMJ Radio Station, March 9, 2026).
The internet at my house has been spotty lately. And while I can't make a direct connection between its sporadic failures and the illegal war we are waging in Iran, CNBC (March 11, 2026) notes that "Data centers have already been targeted. Iran’s wave of retaliatory attacks hit AWS facilities in the UAE and Bahrain, causing banking, payments, enterprise and consumer services to experience outages." The article begins "Tech companies have been funnelling billions of dollars into AI infrastructure projects in the Middle East over the past few years, drawn in by cheap and readily available energy and land, alongside local government support." Data centers in Wisconsin threaten to raise utility rates and use huge quantities of water to keep the servers cool. Let's hope our legislature takes heed before it is too late.
This just in: "Trump says he’ll tap Strategic Petroleum Reserve to cut energy costs" (CNBC, March 11, 2027). Meanwhile "The International Energy Agency has ordered the largest release of government oil reserves in its history in an effort to calm the oil price shock triggered by the US-Israeli attacks on Iran. All 32 members of the world’s energy watchdog agreed unanimously to release about 400m barrels of emergency crude, a third of the group’s total government stockpiles and more than double the IEA’s previous biggest release, the IEA said" (The Guardian, Middle East Crisis Live, March 11, 2026).
Not everything is grim, though. A new satirical statue of Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein has appeared on the National Mall. On Tuesday, the third golden statue appeared "depicting Donald Trump and the disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein as doomed lovers from the movie Titanic" (The Guardian, March 11, 2026). I think you'll want to see it.
There is also a "Jeffrey Epstein Walk of Shame." It was "installed last weekend in Farragut Square, a public park close to the White House, naming and shaming public figures associated with the late child sex offender and trafficker" (MEDILL ON THE HILL, March 4, 2026). The installation consists of stars — modeled on the Hollywood Walk of Fame — "featuring prominent politicians, billionaires and celebrities tied to Epstein. Each star carried a QR code that directed visitors to specific entries in the Epstein files or news articles detailing their connection to him."
"Hurry up, please. It's time." That's from T.S. Eliot's The Waste Land. And it begins "April is the cruelest month." Let's make sure it's not cruel this year: get your absentee ballot, plan to vote early in person, see what's on your ballot at MyVote.WI.gov. And then get busy!
TAKE ACTION
Campus Voter Engagement Volunteers Needed: Alerting students to upcoming elections is very rewarding. Volunteers will be informing students about the Supreme Court Election and providing them with information on registering to vote, early in person voting on the UWM campus and other city locations, and candidate information. Your job will be handing out flyers and holding a very quick conversation with students as they dash by to their next class. We need volunteers to go to the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design (MIAD) during the week of March 23-26 and possibly April 6 and 7. We need volunteers to work at UWM the week of March 30 – April 3 and April 6 and 7. A shift is approximately 1 ½-2 hours, and the work is outdoors (weather permitting) since we are handing out partisan flyers and need to stay on public sidewalks and Spaights Plaza at UWM. Please let Norma Gilson know if you can participate at [email protected], 414-588-1241.
From Indivisible: Tell your Members of Congress: End Trump’s illegal war with Iran. Trump’s war has already cost the lives of US servicemembers, at least 1,000 Iranian civilians, and others caught in the crossfire throughout the region. Democrats' efforts to end it with a War Powers Resolution failed last week, but the fight is far from over. The regime will soon ask for billions more of taxpayers' money to continue their bloodsoaked recklessness. Use the link above to email your Members of Congress, then call your senators and your representative and demand they refuse to fund Trump's war.
EVENTS
Wednesday, March 11
Govs on Delaware: Missy Hughes, 6:00 - 7:30pm
299 S Delaware, Milwaukee
Join us for Govs on Delaware, a fun meet-and-greet series with Wisconsin’s gubernatorial candidates! This is an opportunity to connect directly with candidates, ask questions, and share your ideas with other Milwaukee County Democrats.
Thursday, March 12
Weekly Phone Bank Training, 5:00 - 7:00pm
Virtual
Join the Ozaukee County Dems for our weekly training and phone bank to recruit volunteers for the spring. Make calls from the comfort of your home and spread the word about the upcoming April 7th election. Sign up.
Saturday, March 14
4TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT CONVENTION, 11:00
Washington Park Senior Center, 4420 W. Vliet Street, Milwaukee
Pre-registration and on-site registration are now open — register today! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/2026conv4thcddems
Lunch Information: If you plan to receive lunch, you must pre-register and select your box lunch preference at the time of registration. Important: If you do not pre-register for lunch, a meal will not be provided. Please send an email indicating which sandwich you would like for lunch. Box Lunch Options:
• Deli Ham Sandwich
• Deli Turkey Sandwich
• Tuna Sandwich
• Mediterranean Veggie
Please email your lunch selection to: [email protected]
Glendale: Stand for Democracy, 12:00 - 1:00pm
North Port Washington & Silver Spring, Glendale
Gather with us at noon every Saturday to make our voices heard. Dress for the weather. Bring your cellphone, water, hats & gloves, umbrella, sunscreen, and a chair if you need one. Bring a sign (use bold, large lettering, so your sign can be read by moving traffic, 2-5 words) or borrow one from our community. Parking is available in the Bayshore parking lot.
Tosa: Stand for Democracy, 12:00 - 1:00pm
76th & North Ave, Wauwatosa
Gather with us at noon every Saturday to make our voices heard. Together, we stand for justice, equality, and change, reminding those in power that we will not be silent. Bring your energy, your signs, and your friends. Let’s raise our voices, week after week, until real change is won. Parking is available in the Wauwatosa City Hall parking lot.
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, 8:00 - 10:00pm
Comedy Sportz Milwaukee, 420 S 1st St, Milwaukee
With right wing attacks on LGBTQ rights, abortion rights, voting rights and more, we need progressive laughs now more than ever. That’s why we’re excited to present Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, a monthly progressive political comedy show featuring Milwaukee’s top liberal and progressive comedians.
Tuesday, March 17
Why They're Targeting Sex Ed and What We Can Do, 6:30 - 7:30pm CT
Virtual
Sex ed isn’t just a school subject, it helps keep kids safe, informed, and empowered. But right now, sex education is under attack in classrooms across the country. In 2026, lawmakers in dozens of states are pushing bills that limit what students can learn about their bodies, consent, relationships, and LGBTQ+ identities. Join us to hear from the experts at SIECUS and RISE: Healthy for Life to understand what’s happening in our schools and what we can do to fight back. We’ll learn about the latest trends in legislation, share real stories about how these restrictions affect kids, and give you practical ways to make a difference. When it comes to sex ed, knowledge is power. See you there! Sign Up.
Wednesday, March 18
Lubar Center Spring Elections Program, 12:15 - 1:15pm
Eckstein Hall, Milwaukee On March 18, Chris Taylor will visit to discuss her experience, including her current position on the Wisconsin Court of Appeals since 2023. She began her career as an attorney, served in the Wisconsin State Assembly beginning in 2011, and was a judge of the Dane County Circuit Court for three years. The programs will begin promptly at 12:15 p.m. and include lunch, conversation, and community in Eckstein Hall. Register.
Ozaukee County Canvassing Training, 6:00 - 7:00pm
Oz Dems Office, 1245 Cheyenne Avenue, Grafton
Come learn how to canvass with us to help win the Spring Election!
Thursday, March 19
Weekly Phone Bank Training, 5:00 - 7:00pm
Virtual
Join the Ozaukee County Dems for our weekly training and phone bank to recruit volunteers for the spring. Make calls from the comfort of your home and spread the word about the upcoming April 7th election. Sign up.
Disinformation 101: How to Identify and Fight It, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM CT
Virtual
Distinguishing real news from fake can be challenging today with bots spreading disinfo far and wide, deep fakes on our feeds and the amplification of bad information by influencers. We all see the impact that disinformation has on politics in our country. Are you ready to take a stand and fight back against it? Join us to learn what exactly is disinformation, how to recognize it, and what we can do to fight its spread. See you there! Sign Up.
Democratic Party of Milwaukee County Membership Meeting, 6:00 - 7:00pm
Whitefish Bay Library, 5420 N Marlborough Dr, Whitefish Bay
Please join us for the March 2026 General Membership Meeting. This meeting will be held at the Whitefish Bay Public Library (5420 N Marlborough Dr, Whitefish Bay, WI 53217). Sign up.
Waukesha County Dems Monthly Meeting, 7:00 - 8:30pm
Southminster Presbyterian Church, 200 Richard St, Waukesha
Join us for our March monthly Waukesha County Democratic Party meeting! All are welcome! We will give updates, talk about the upcoming April 7th election, and hear from candidates who are running.
Saturday, March 21
Glendale: Stand for Democracy, 12:00 - 1:00pm
North Port Washington & Silver Spring, Glendale
Gather with us at noon every Saturday to make our voices heard. Dress for the weather. Bring your cellphone, water, hats & gloves, umbrella, sunscreen, and a chair if you need one. Bring a sign (use bold, large lettering, so your sign can be read by moving traffic, 2-5 words) or borrow one from our community. Parking is available in the Bayshore parking lot.
Tosa: Stand for Democracy, 12:00 - 1:00pm
76th & North Ave, Wauwatosa
Gather with us at noon every Saturday to make our voices heard. Together, we stand for justice, equality, and change, reminding those in power that we will not be silent. Bring your energy, your signs, and your friends. Let’s raise our voices, week after week, until real change is won. Parking is available in the Wauwatosa City Hall parking lot.
Saturday & Sunday, March 21 - 22
Get Out the Early Vote Canvass, 9:00am & 12:pm shifts
TBA
Join the Ozaukee County Democrats for the Get Out the Early Vote Canvass. Sign up at your preferred location below. Specific meeting times and locations will be shared when the date is closer.
Tuesday, March 24
Friendbanking & Sign Making at the Office, 6:00 - 8:00pm
336 Wisconsin Ave, Waukesha
Come make signs for the No Kings Rally and text your friends to get out the vote for the April 7th election! Click this link to RSVP. The event will be held at the Waukesha County Democratic Party office at 336 Wisconsin Avenue in Waukesha. We will provide supplies to make signs or feel free to bring your own!
Lessons from Women Who Changed America, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM CT
Virtual
Women didn't just witness history — they made it. From abolition to voting rights, from labor organizing to the fight for civil rights, women have been organizing, resisting, and reshaping this country from the very beginning. Often without credit. This Women's History Month, we’re honoring these stories and exploring the lessons they hold for us today. Join RWB fan favorite Jillian Gaeta of Roots to Revolution as she spotlights the bold women changemakers throughout American history and shares what their strategies can teach us about driving change right now. Women have always led the way and that energy is still very much needed today. See you there! Sign Up.
Wednesday, March 25
Govs on Delaware: Mandela Barnes, 6:00 - 7:30pm
2999 S Delaware, Milwaukee
Join us for Govs on Delaware, a fun meet-and-greet series with Wisconsin’s gubernatorial candidates! This is an opportunity to connect directly with candidates, ask questions, and share your ideas with other Milwaukee County Democrats.
Wisconsin Supreme Court Debate, 7:00 - 8:00pm
WISN 12 NEWS
Judge Taylor is looking forward to joining WISN 12 NEWS for the Wisconsin Supreme Court debate on March 25th at 7 p.m. CT. We hope you’ll tune in!
Thursday, March 26
Weekly Phone Bank Training, 5:00 - 7:00pm
Virtual
Join the Ozaukee County Dems for our weekly training and phone bank to recruit volunteers for the spring. Make calls from the comfort of your home and spread the word about the upcoming April 7th election. Sign up.
Save the Date
Saturday, March 28
NO Kings Rally and March, 12:00pm
Washington Park, 1859 N 40 St, Milwaukee
We have the power and are claiming it together. No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings.
What began in 2025 as a single day of defiance has become a sustained national resistance to tyranny, spreading from small towns to city centers and across every community determined to defend democracy. Our peaceful movement is bigger than ever.
When our families are under attack and costs are pushing people to the brink, silence is not an option. We will defend ourselves and our communities against this administration’s unjust and cruel acts of violence.
These events aren't free to put on. So please DONATE what you can!
On March 28th, rise up, take to the streets, and say it loud: no thrones, no crowns, no kings. We’re not watching history happen—we’re making it. Join us.
Monday, March 30
MKE STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS 2026, 5:00 - 6:30pm
2212 N Vel R Phillips Ave, Milwaukee
Mayor Cavalier Johnson invites you to his State of the City address. This year’s theme is the Year of Housing, because everything begins at home. He chose a location in the heart of Bronzeville to highlight the real progress we’re making to expand affordable housing and strengthen our neighborhoods. He’ll highlight nearby projects like the Historic Garfield Apartments and ThriveOn King, and what they mean for Milwaukee’s future. This event is free and open to the public, and Mayor Johnson hopes you’ll be part of this important conversation about our city. Please RSVP.
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