Tag: Democracy
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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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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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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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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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Yesterday, an amazing crew of Lenawee Indivisible members came together to show up for our community—patriotic and proud! We decorated our float (thanks to everyone who donated candy, bunting, and supplies), waved flags, handed out candy, flower seeds, and pretzels, and walked the 1.6-mile parade route with smiles and energy. The response from the crowd…
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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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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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By Mitch Myers On April 10th, the House of Representatives passed the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, or the “SAVE Act.” If passed by the Senate, it would require voters to present valid documentary proof of U.S. citizenship in person. Acceptable documents would include: These documentation requirements would apply not only to first-time voters, but…
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Today marks the 2025 Days of Remembrance Commemoration, a solemn week for our nation to pause and honor the victims of the Holocaust. It’s a time not just for remembrance, but for reckoning—with history and with the uncomfortable parallels we’re seeing today. As authoritarian rhetoric, scapegoating, and political violence rise in our country, it’s unsettling…
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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…