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NO KINGS

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NO KINGS

Saturday, June 14th is NO KINGS Day with marches and actions planned across the country. (but, notably not in Washington, DC, where another event is scheduled; we hope those streets will be empty).

Print a sign or download a logo from the NO KINGS site.

Houghton

  • Local groups will participate in the Bridgefest Parade, Friday, June 13th, 7 pm. Keweenaw Indivisible has built a Robin Hood float; Houghton County Dems and League of Women voters will both be marching.
  • On Saturday, those groups will have tables; Keweenaw Indivisible will have NO KINGS buttons. Talk to your neighbors! Wear your Yoopers Unite t-shirt (more have been printed). As you engage with people at Bridgefest, try these key messages:

key messages

  • He’s using OUR tax dollars to pay for HIS party.
    • President Trump’s birthday celebration is expected to cost millions of our tax dollars, all while Republicans claim there’s no money for Social Security, SNAP, or Medicaid.
  • We are united against kings.
    • President Trump has already indicated that he’s aiming for at least a third term, and now he’s planning a self-aggrandizing military parade in D.C But the American people don’t put up with kings. Together, we will mobilize in huge numbers to reject this corruption and abuse of power—it’s in our DNA as a country.
  • They’ve gone too far.
    • This is bigger than political disagreement. They’ve defied our courts, deported American citizens, disappeared people off the streets, and slashed our services—all while orchestrating a massive giveaway to their billionaire allies. Enough is enough. For anyone who thinks he’s gone too far, this movement is for you.
  • The Army’s birthday isn’t about parades or pageantry — it marks the beginning of America’s rejection of kings.
    • On June 14, 1775, the Continental Congress created the U.S. Army to stand up against a monarch who claimed absolute power. 250 years later, President Trump wants to twist that legacy into a personal celebration of himself.
  • That’s why we say: No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings.
    • No Kings is about defending the ideals they fought for. This country doesn’t belong to strongmen. It belongs to the people.

Other regional NO KINGS actions

from Mobilize.us.

  • Marquette: 10:30 AM — 12:00 PM EDT; U.S. 41 & Wilson Street. Carpooling from Houghton: contact Joan (jchadde@gmail.com)
  • Crystal Falls: 11 am CDT. register for details
  • Ironwood: 12 CDT, 150 N Lowell St
  • Eagle River, WI: 11 am CDT, Community Square, 229 E Wall St

Actions and requests

  • Now is the time to register your opinion on the big, bad, bombshell, billionaire, budget bill. It's now in the Senate, which could stop many of the worst parts. Use 5 Calls to easily contact Senators Slotkin and Peters.
  • Decline to Sign. Watch out for anti-voter rights petitions. Two groups are about to start soliciting signatures to add repressive "proof of citizenship" language to the Michigan constitution. DO NOT SIGN THESE PETITIONS.
  • Disability Rights are under attack by a proposed DOE rule. Submit comments by June 15th to protect accessibility in new buildings. Details, and how to comment.

NOTES from recent meetings

I spoke at Houghton County and Hancock Township. At both venues I focused on DOGE. Beth F. also spoke at the Hancock meeting.

The dangers of DOGE have not diminished with the ousting of Musk. DOGE people have been inserted into powerful positions throughout the federal government, where they have bypassed critical security protocols. Your personal data is now being consolidated and likely available to to AI systems, private companies, and potential malicious actors. Palantir, the software company controlled by Peter Thiel, has gained access to your IRS data, which can be linked to your health data, browsing history, and purchases. Security experts are raising the alarm, including Bruce Schneier, who testified to congress last week, where he said: "Whether you fear government tyranny, attacks from foreign adversaries, or attacks from domestic malicious actors, the AI-fueled consolidation of citizen data should make your fears grow. If the consolidation is carried out recklessly and in secret, as DOGE affiliates are largely doing, this new and unchecked power presents serious risks to every American."

Houghton County surprise.

  • On Tuesday Houghton County voted 3-2 to support "Resolution 25-08. To Oppose Proposed Cuts to Medicaid by the Federal Government". This was brought by clerk Jennifer Kelly, who got it at the UPCAP Conference-Commissioner's Conference. She says they are encouraging all UP counties to support it. Watch for this to come to your county and show up to support it!Wa
  • Download the full text here:
resolution 25-08
resolution 25-08.pdf
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Places to engage and topics for this week

This week offers many possibilities to express your opinions on current developments.

Next week: (details on the calendar).

  • Townships and villages: Calumet, Laurium, Torch Lake, Elm River.
  • Others:
    • School boards: CCISD, L'Anse;
    • Houghton-Keweenaw Conservation District

Many government actions threaten our local communities. Speak up!

Why and how to attend local meetings

CRAG started with a plea for people to get out to talk to our local public officials. The crisis in democracy spans the spectrum from the very top down to local voters who elected them. Let me know your views and experiences about why local democracy is critical.

Lots of opportunities next week calendar; view in browser for the embedded version. (sorry, it doesn't show up in email.)

Hints on using the calendar: switch view format on the upper right, download a pdf with the 🖨️ icon, upper left. Select subcalendars (meetings, demos, etc) with >> on the upper left.

How can we get you out to your township/county/other meetings?


Small township meetings are often only 30 minutes long. Check the the CALENDAR for one near you.

  • We can help:
    • Pair you with a buddy 👬;
    • Guidance in preparing remarks. (but just saying a few words from your heart is fine.)
    • Fact sheets on your township (demographics, recent federal funding, number of people on Medicaid, etc).
    • What else can we do? Childcare? Transportation 🚌? Lollipops 🍭? Let me know!

Events and meetings

The CALENDAR has details on events.
A list of Pro-democracy organizations in the UP has contact information. (Please share additions and corrections.)

  • June 13. Bridgefest Parade. Starts 7 pm in Hancock. The LWV, Houghton County Dems, and Keweenaw Indivisible are all planning floats. Contact these organizations to participate.
  • June 14th. No Kings protests nation-wide. This date is Bridgefest in Houghton.
  • June 14. No Kings protest in Marquette
    • Lake Superior Region Indivisible will be hosting a protest from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, June 14 at the corner of U.S. 41 and Wilson Street in Marquette to protest the Trump administration, coinciding with Trump‘s military parade in Washington DC.
    • Ride Sharing from Houghton: Please email JChadde @ gmail.com if you’re interested in going and sharing rides. We would leave Houghton at 7:30 AM.

Ongoing:

Details are on the CALENDAR.
It's time to thank Frank for allowing groups to meet in the Orpheum Theater; with their switch to summer hours many will be meeting elsewhere. Please confirm locations.

  • Yoopers for Ukraine Rally at the bridge Wednesdays at 5 pm (correction).
  • Keweenaw Indivisible meets alternate Tuesdays, from June 10th, 6-8 pm at the KUUF
  • “Houghton County Dems meet every 1st Wednesday, 7 pm at the Super 8.
  • 3rd Wednesday, 6 pm HC Dems April Meet-up.
  • 4th Wednesdays AWAVE. Gathering at UU Fellowship Houghton.
  • 3rd Sundays, 7-8:45 pm, Keweenaw Against the Oligarchy Monthly Action Committee (KATO). Please register at the link to help with the headcount.
  • Marquette: Every Saturday morning from 11:30-12:30, between 40 - 80 people have been assembling at the Marquette Post Office, standing in support with long-established Citizens for Peace & Justice.

Kestrels

Here's the KestrelCam in Wisconsin. The chicks are getting ready to head out.

Thanks for all your support

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