Tag: Civic Engagement
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At our last gathering, a woman who has voted Republican in every election since Reagan sat next to a man who has exclusively supported Democratic candidates. While they might disagree on the nuances of tax policy or health-care reform, when it comes to safeguarding constitutional ideals, they were in complete agreement. That’s Lenawee Indivisible in…
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It’s a common question: what do protests really achieve? To an outside observer, a protest might look like nothing more than a collection of signs, slogans, and raised voices. However, that surface-level view overlooks the deep civic work that happens when neighbors gather to express shared concerns. On January 10, we saw this in action…
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Working families in Lenawee County are being left behind by national leaders who promised lower costs but continue to prioritize wealthy donors, oil companies, and foreign wars over real investments at home. Broken Promises, Felt Locally President Trump is breaking his promise to working Americans—including families right here in Lenawee County. He ran on lowering…
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On Saturday, 800 residents of Lenawee County came together in Adrian’s Comstock Park as part of the No Kings Day of Action, joining seven million Americans in one of the largest single-day demonstrations in U.S. history. The gathering—organized locally by Lenawee Indivisible and supported by community partners—was a peaceful, joyful expression of patriotism and resolve.…
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On Wednesday, our country officially entered what many are calling the Trump Shutdown. Why? Because Republicans—who control the White House and both chambers of Congress—refuse to pass a funding plan that would prevent health insurance costs from doubling this winter. Democrats are rightfully holding the line for a budget that blocks Trump’s massive healthcare cuts…
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At Lenawee Indivisible, we believe in the power of democracy—and democracy cannot survive in a culture of fear and violence. That’s why we are making our position clear: we reject all forms of political violence, no matter the source, no matter the target. building The courage to Resist Hatred & Fear Violence seeks to silence…
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Hidden deep in the Florida Everglades, there’s a migrant detention center where people are being held without trial. The facility is built on the site of an abandoned airport, surrounded by swamp, snakes, and alligators. It’s blisteringly hot. The tents have no air conditioning. Detainees report finding worms in their food, sewage on the floor,…
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Lenawee Indivisible is looking for a few more volunteers to serve as rally marshals at our upcoming “No Kings” event. We already have 3 people signed up, but we’re aiming for at least 4 more. Whether you’re experienced or brand new, we’d love to have you join the team. Training will be provided. Marshals play…
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When Congressman Tim Walberg was invited to a community town hall in Tecumseh on April 26, he didn’t show up. Instead of meeting with the 125 people who gathered to speak with him, he opted to tour a trout farm instead. The people of Michigan’s 5th District deserve better. That’s why Lenawee Indivisible is heading…
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On June 14—Flag Day and Donald Trump’s birthday—the president wants tanks in the streets and a made-for-TV display of power. But real power doesn’t come from military parades in Washington. It comes from us—the American people. “No Kings” is a nationwide day of defiance against authoritarianism. From big cities to rural towns, from courthouse steps…