Greetings

We are writing with a brief reminder of:

• ** Good Trouble events on July 17! **
• Virginia Town Hall on July 20
• Our next member meeting on August 6 at 6:30pm
• Our weekly Friday signing events at noon in Cook & Tower

Good Trouble Lives On

In Ely & Virginia

Virginia

When:

July 17, 3:00–5:00pm

Where:

Hwy 53 and 12th Ave

Ely

When:

July 17, 5:00–7:00pm

Where:

Whiteside Park

The Virginia event is sponsored by Northern Progressives, Democracy in Action on the Iron Range (DAIR), Indivisible, ACLU, MobilizeUSA and other groups.

In Ely, come add your voice in Whiteside Park. Bring signs or make one there. After demonstrating on Sheridan Avenue, we'll take time to get to know new friends, talk about issues you're concerned about, and get a bite to eat. You can bring a picnic dinner, get food from a food truck, or head to a local restaurant. Get ideas about how you can cause some Good Trouble.

Good Trouble Lives On is a national day of nonviolent action to respond to the attacks posed on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration and to remind them that in America, the power lies with the people.

John Lewis served in the House of Representatives for 33 years, and his life work was an ongoing invitation to others to build a better, just world that values the dignity and the worth of every human being. He urged people to “Get in good trouble, necessary trouble, and redeem the soul of America.”

On July 17, the anniversary of Congressman John Lewis's passing, we're taking action across the country to carry forward his legacy of Good Trouble and defend our democracy.

From voter suppression bills like the SAVE Act to the criminalization of protest, the Trump administration is launching a full-scale attack on our civil and human rights. But we know the truth: in America, the power lies with the people, and we're rising to prove it.

Please note: A core principle behind our Good Trouble Lives On actions is a commitment to nonviolence in all we do. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values.

Virginia Town Hall

Outfront MN

When:

Sunday, June 20, 4:00–5:30pm

Where:

Location provided upon registration

The political landscape can be confusing and hard to follow. This is even more true for those navigating trans needs. There is a lot of misinformation out there, and it is important that we know the truth and how current state and federal legislation effects us. Please join us for a town hall with Representative Leigh Finke to get answers and clarification around what is going on with a focus on queer and trans health identity and health legislation. NA drinks and snacks will be provided. The location of the event will be shared with another follow up email.

Next Meeting!

When:

Wednesday, August 6, 6:30pm

Where:

TBA

All are welcome to attend.

Signing & Resisting Events

Each Friday at noon at the following locations:

• Cook: Hwy 53 and River Street
• Tower: Mainstreet by the locomotive

Signs should include issues common to everyone like good jobs, enough money for food and healthcare, and a good education.

Northern Progressives Schedule & Structure

NP Group meetings are held:

• 1st & 3rd Wednesdays in Tower or Cook

Breakfast Club:

• Pattenn's Café in Orr at 10 am on 2nd and 4th Wednesdays.

Everyone is welcome to come and discuss current happenings, help shape the direction of NP, and get to know each other.

Northern Progressives Communication Committee

General email (submit ideas here):

hello@northernprogressives.org

Betty Firth

bfirth88@gmail.com

Beth Peterson

edithepeterson@gmail.com

Judith Ulseth

jgtulseth@gmail.com

Northern Action

northernaction.org