Local Groups
Mischief Makers of Merit: Illuminating Truth Through Good Trouble
What We Stand For We stand for truth in an era of confusion. In Michigan's Upper Peninsula, we believe every community deserves access to factual information free from manipulation. We stand against deliberate disinformation that divides communities and prevents informed civic participation. We are committed to illuminating truth, especially when powerful interests prefer shadows. Our Core Values Truth Above All: We pursue facts relentlessly, letting evidence guide us regardless of political convenience or prevailing narratives. Constructive Disruption: We embrace "good trouble" as necessary for change. When systems perpetuate misinformation, we disrupt respectfully but firmly. Community Empowerment: We believe an informed UP is a stronger UP. Our work aims to equip our neighbors with tools to recognize manipulation and make decisions based on facts. Intellectual Humility: We acknowledge the complexity of truth. We remain open to new evidence, willing to revise our understanding, and committed to nuance over-simplification. Courageous Transparency: We operate with openness about our methods and motivations, inviting scrutiny of our own work as we scrutinize others'. Creativity in Communication: We use innovative, engaging approaches to make complex information accessible to all community members. Why It Matters Misinformation isn't just a nuisance—it's a threat to our community's well-being. When people make decisions based on falsehoods: Local policies fail to address real needs Neighbors turn against neighbors over manufactured divisions Resources flow to problems that don't exist while genuine challenges go unaddressed Democracy itself weakens as informed voting becomes impossible Here in the UP, our tight-knit communities depend on trust and shared understanding. By illuminating truth through good trouble, we strengthen the foundations of our democracy, protect vulnerable community members from manipulation, and create space for genuine dialogue about our shared future. We believe that by standing firmly for truth—with both mischief and merit—we help create an Upper Peninsula where facts matter, people engage meaningfully in civic life, and communities thrive on common ground. In Shared Purpose, The Mischief Makers of Merit
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Proud Persisters
Resist. Show up. Take action. Change starts with us. We’re building community, defending our rights, and fighting for a better future—locally, statewide, and beyond. Together we make change happen.
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Carroll County Working Together
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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Raeford Troublemakers
We’re a group of local women and allies in Raeford, NC, organizing around issues that impact our families, schools, and communities. Rooted in care, equity, and common sense, we believe in standing up for what’s right — even when it’s uncomfortable. That’s where the “troublemaker” name comes from: a little boldness, a lot of heart, and the belief that change starts right here at home. This group is a space to connect, share resources, and take action — whether that means showing up to a school board meeting, learning more about an issue affecting our town, or just gathering for coffee and conversation. We host book clubs, educational events, family-friendly meetups, and more. You don’t need experience — just curiosity, compassion, and the desire to make a difference. If you’re frustrated by the direction things are going and want to do something about it — not alone, but together — you belong here.
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Blue Revival NEPA
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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Sharonville Democratic Unite
We are a small city inside the bigger Cincinnati area. It has been red for many many years. It's time we unite to help better serve all our citizens.
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Petersburg Relentless Warriors
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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Aurora for Change
We are a progressive group that focuses on Aurora issues but also state and national. We do work in surrounding areas of Portage County primarily Kent and Kent State. Happy to have any Portage County people join.
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Macon Trouble
Macon Trouble’s goal is to educate, empower, and enable confident and constructive civic engagement to advocate for change and to improve our democracy. Although we are centered in Macon, Georgia, we seek to create an inclusive virtual community. Come join us as connect like-minded people who want to work with others who share their values to protect democracy on the local, state and national levels. CLICK HERE TO join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1059760022202890
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Eastside Women Are in the House
There are some major league bad ass women who live and work on the Eastside of Indianapolis. Let's join together and share ideas, libations and provide support.
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