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Winding up 2025

Hello CRAGgys, Together we have reached 2026 with our ethical compass intact. Phew. That is a win in itself, but there have been many more as we build an enduring movement to build a democratic, healthy, and just world. A list of our local actions is below, but the most

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

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