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The People Win in HoCo

Hello CRAGgys, Back to regular CRAG programming. After an overwhelming turnout by citizens, Houghton County votes down resolution "to declare that there are only two sexes." Houghton County Sex Resolution Crowds turned out both outside and inside the courthouse to express strong opinions about Resolution 25-032. It was

International Climate Negotiations

Hello CRAGgys, Thanks for your patience during my extended break, first to Canada, then to Belém, Brazil. I'm interrupting the regular CRAG programming for a report on COP30. See the end for local meeting updates. I've had the privilege of attending international climate Conference of the

Flock vote rescheduled. Again

Hello CRAGgys! A very quick note to let you know that the Hancock City Council has canceled Wednesday's meeting where they were expected to vote on FLOCK Cameras. There's no word yet whether this will be taken up again on the Nov 19th meeting. Remember to

Emma's November Calendar

November 2025 Saturday 11/1 * Basic: Free Computer & Tech Assistance 10 AM-12 PM @ PLD Library (3) * Marquette: Citizens for Peace & Justice: 11:30-12:30 @ Marquette Post Office (1) Sunday 11/2 * Sunrise Service for Ukraine @ Chassell Centennial Park * Student Discount Day @ Keweenaw CO+OP * Community Dance 2-5 PM

Happy Halloween!

Hello CRAGgys, I haven't vanished, I've just been enjoying blissfully angst-free break in Canada 🇨🇦. We spent several days in Montreal and are currently meandering home across Ontario. CRAG missives will also be scarce in mid-November when I'll be attending the international climate conference, COP30,

Copper Country says NO KINGS!

Hello CRAGgys! Copper Country united on Saturday to join the nation-wide NO KINGS protests. Thanks to the organizers and to everyone who turned out! NO KINGS Copper Country Pro-democracy forces showed up on Saturday to a rally at Bridgeview Park followed by a march that spanned across the bridge on

NO KINGS Special Issue

Hello CRAGgys, Saturday's the day! Come out to support Democracy, Free Speech, Justice, and Freedom! Put yourself on the map by registering for the Rally or Motor March. You are encouraged to wear yellow or wear a costume or wear a yellow costume! 🇺🇦 Remember, the 🇺🇦Ukrainian flag🇺🇦 is

Flock vote rescheduled

Hello CRAGgys! A very quick note to let you now that the Hancock vote on FLOCK Cameras has been rescheduled for November 5th. Remember to double check agendas before attending these meeting; they are usually posted on the web a day in advance. Schedules change. FLOCK Camera vote rescheduled * Hancock

October news and updates

Hello CRAGgys! Welcome new people! I have posted a FAQ page to answer common questions about CRAG. Energy is building as we gear up for NO KINGS 2.0 on Saturday, October 18. Also this week: * Houghton County Commissioners, Tuesday, October 14, 6 pm. * They will discuss a resolution opposing

It's about health care

Last minute notice Pop Up Protest: Saturday, Oct 4 (TODAY) 2 pm at the bridge. So, the federal government has shut down. This shutdown is the one bit of leverage Democrats have against the extremely unpopular budget bill forced through by Republicans earlier this year. Democrats are demanding that some

September Quick notes

Hello CRAGgys! Several important informational sessions are on the schedule for this week. Check the calendar for details. Tuesday, 6 pm, KUUF : Michiganders for Money out of Politics and MI KIDS Townhall. Wednesday, 6 pm, KUUF: AWAVE: AI data centers in the UP info session * Dr. Chloe Kannan from Sault

Mid-September

Hello CRAGgys! It's been a turbulent summer with an onslaught of outrageous attacks on people, institutions, government, and the fundamental ideas of democracy, freedom, and human rights. Anyone who is paying attention is terrified by the prospect of an autocratic takeover of the wealthiest country in the world,

Quick CRAG actions

Hello CRAGgys, A very short note to share few important items this week. Today (Tuesday): * 3 pm. Houghton County Commission discussing changing their meeting time. to a later time when it's easier for the public to attend. See the agenda here (bottom of the page). Virtual link here.

D.C. Says NO

Hello CRAGgys! Thousands rallied in Washington D.C. yesterday to protest federal troops in their city. And last week Keweenaw Indivisible organized a wonderful Labor Day rally, one of thousands uniting under the national theme of Workers over Billionaires. Autocracy Approaches Sirens are sounding about the American descent into authoritarianism,

Labor Day 2025

Hello CRAGgys! Labor Day 2025 will be a national day of rallies under the theme: Workers over Billionaires * Monday, September 1, 12-2 pm * Houghton Waterfront Park (by the Portage Lake District Library) Workers over Billionaires is a national day of nonviolent action to celebrate the history of labor organizing and

Support Our National Parks: Sat Rally

Hello CRAGgys! I hope everyone is enjoying these beautiful summer days. I'm sitting outside listening to lapping waves and a distant cicada, and watching a tomato ripen. Please turn out on Saturday to support our amazing National Parks, Keweenaw Historic National Park, Isle Royale National Park, and Pictured

Tuesday notes

Hello CRAGgys! Congratulations to Keweenaw Indivisible, especially the Stronger Together volunteers. Together the community raised over $23,000 to buy out more than $3M of medical debt! Well done! And you can still contribute. Voting Day in Michigan: Tuesday, August 4th * Houghton County has four millages on the ballot (exact

Stronger Together Fundraiser for Medical Debt: Tuesday

Hello CRAGgys! The lake is warm, summer people have arrived, and democracy is still under attack. Your next chance to engage with Copper Country humans supporting our community and pushing back against authoritarian take over is Tuesday, July 29th at the Stronger Together Fundraiser to Wipe Out Medical Debt in

Good Trouble Rally: Thursday

Hello CRAGgys! Finally, it's summer in the UP! Don't forget to include a few minutes to save democracy in your summer plans. Good Trouble Rallies are Thursday, July 17th. Local action groups convene regularly. Some public body meets somewhere every single week; take 30 minutes to

Happy Independence Day

Hello CRAGgys! This week is a good time to review some key elements of the founding documents of the United States, our "Charters of Freedom": the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights. Charters of Freedom Here are some of my favorite passages from the