Local Groups
MI Thumb Troublemakers
If you feel like another blue dot in the red Michigan Thumb region, this group is for you. We believe that one person can make a difference in this world and we want to leave this country better for the next generation. We meet monthly near Port Sanilac, Michigan for good conversation and to discuss ways we can impact our local communities. We'd love for you to join us.
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ILAB Progressives
The mission of ILAB Progressives is to provide a home for local activists to come together to take collective action at the local, state, and federal level; build community; have some laughs; and refresh / recharge. We plan to partner with nearby groups to amplify their actions (e.g., postcarding, texting, phonebanking, canvassing, collecting signatures, etc.) that focus on legislative, voter registration, and get out the vote efforts. Our website is https://indivisiblelab.org/ . We also have a FB page, a FB group, and a X account. Our X account and FB page can be found on the website.
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Dames Defending Democracy
Our local group connects like-minded people in our community who want to work with others who share their values to protect democracy on the local, state and national levels.
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EH
Fauquier United To Support Education
Our local group connects like-minded people in our community who want to work with others who share their values to protect democracy on the local, state and national levels.
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KL
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Women Who Wine
Our local group connects like-minded people in our community who want to work with others who share their values to protect democracy on the local, state and national levels.
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SH
Panda's Cove
Let's build a voting block of like minded women.
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SH
Eat, Drink and Protect Democracy
Eat, Drink and Protect Democracy Based in Salem, Oregon, the focus of this group is to support one another as we monitor and respond to state (and national) threats to democracy that restrict civil and human rights. Each meeting will begin with informal networking over wine (no hard alcohol) or N/A drinks, move into a potluck dinner and end with a formal meeting. If you just need to vent, this is not the right group for you. The goal is to support one another but also hold one another accountable for doing our part to protect democracy. The formal meeting will entail: 1. Headspace check-in and accounting of last month’s commitments. (5m per participant). 2. Review the Democracy Watch (https://www.democracywatchtracker.com/search?q=oregon) legislative tracker to identify an issue that we want to address as a collective (only when the last issue was thoroughly addressed). The host may also invite a guest speaker to extrapolate on an ongoing issue. A second option is to pursue your own actions then report on them. 3. Otherwise, we will collectively divide tasks which will require each individual to step up. This might entail making calls, visits /writing letters to reps, testimony and/or participation in a protest to address the issue while recognizing that some issues may take more than one month to address. 4. The meeting will end with a quick discussion on what did the preceding month to support the protection of civil/human rights. New members unknown to anyone in the group will receive an invitation for a meet and greet at a local coffee shop. The point of this group is to support and hold each member accountable for actions taken to protect democracy. Host Provides: 1. A clean, comfortable venue for the monthly events. (max capacity: 14). 2. Plates and silverware. 3. Cleaning of glasses/plates/silverware. 4. Filtered water and glasses. Requirements: 1. You are willing and able to do SOMETHING to protect democracy. 2. You are accepting and open to diverse viewpoints that align with democratic principles. 3. You are willing to bring a dish to share and, if you wish, some extra to share for those who are struggling 4. A bag to haul your personal dirty serving dishes/utensils. 5.. Drinks other than water (no hard alcohol) and, if you wish, some extra to share for those who are struggling.
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Good Trouble Appalachia
In a state that leans as strongly red as Tennessee, it’s not uncommon to feel a sense of isolation, especially when you have a perception that the country is taking a turn for the worse. You're not alone. This is your safe third place to discuss political matters and current events. Our local group connects like-minded people in our community who want to work with others who share their values to protect democracy on the local, state, and national levels. Together, we can think outside the box and create a plan to make our opinions known, as many of us feel ignored by those in power. The power of the people is greater than the people in power.
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MW
Steaming In Hot Springs
Our local group connects like-minded people in our community who want to work with others who share their values to protect democracy on the local, state and national levels.
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RM
Bay Area Collective for Change
A collective of like-minded people who want to build community around political activism.
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LW