Tag: Civic Participation
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We’ve all heard some version of it: “Trump is just doing X to distract from Y.” It’s a tempting frame. The idea is that if we just stay disciplined and ignore the noise, we’ll outsmart the political games. But here’s the problem: taken too far, this way of thinking becomes a distraction itself. It risks…
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We all hoped NO KINGS would be big—but we had no idea it would be this big! Together, Indivisible and its partners turned out more than five million people (and counting!) across 2,169 events in countries around the world. From small towns to major cities, we sent a clear message: this country belongs to the…
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Ready to take meaningful action with friends? Come join the Postcard Posse, where civic engagement meets connection, conversation, and community. We’re a group of local volunteers who believe that words matter—especially when they’re handwritten with intention. Whether you’ve never written a postcard or you’re already sending stacks every month, this is a welcoming space to…
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At Lenawee Indivisible, we know democracy works best when everyday people stay engaged—not just during elections, but every single week. Here are eight meaningful actions you can take right now to make a difference—organized by date so you don’t miss a beat. 1. 🗓 Tune In Thursday for “No Kings” Planning Thursday, May 8 |…
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Ready to take meaningful action with friends? Come join the Postcard Posse, where civic engagement meets connection, conversation, and community. We’re a group of local volunteers who believe that words matter—especially when they’re handwritten with intention. Whether you’ve never written a postcard or you’re already sending stacks every month, this is a welcoming space to…
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We’re inviting Rep. Tim Walberg to face his constituents at a town hall—ready or not! As part of the Congressional Recess (April 12–27), Rep. Walberg will be back in Michigan. That means it’s our chance to show up, speak out, and remind him who he works for: us. Lenawee Indivisible is hosting a community town…
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While the news from the White House this week came hot, fast, and—let’s be honest—horrible, that hasn’t stopped people from rising to the occasion. Across Lenawee County and beyond, everyday citizens are stepping up in both big and small ways to resist, to organize, and to protect democracy. As bestselling author Sharon McMahon recently reminded…
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On Saturday, millions of Americans took to the streets with a powerful message for Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and their enabling toadies. No more looting, no more stealing, and no more billionaires raiding our government while working people struggle to survive. Keep your HANDS OFF: Indivisible HQ and the other protest organizers anticipated hundreds of…
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Distill Social, a Michigan-based, grassroots media organization, published “Some Good News for Once” on its Substack. Could it really be possible? Their thesis: Something pretty incredible happened last week—and it barely made the news. Democrats flipped the Pennsylvania State Senate by winning a district that had been held by Republicans for 47 years. That’s huge.…
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Calling all stationery enthusiasts! The Lenawee Indivisible Postcard Posse is back for another roundup, and we’d love for you to join us. Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 12th, from 10 a.m. to noon at Harvest Chocolate in Tecumseh, MI. Let’s come together for a fun and impactful morning of activism! What is the Postcard…