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AIF Chapters: Midwest / wisconsin
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I float around Madison, if there are others around
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SharaHuffle 7/2/2022 4:26 PM
I'm not too far, I'm near MKE myself
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"Too far" only because gas prices are high. Otherwise its just 45-60 mins
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SharaHuffle 7/2/2022 5:32 PM
Exactly right. Gas has put a real damper on both summer adventures up north and attending protests at the Capitol
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@SharaHuffle you sure you dont wanna come out? Lol
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SharaHuffle 7/2/2022 6:38 PM
Now that's a solid incentive. Milwaukee protests need to up their game to include tailgating!
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Im actually surprised they dont. Like woah, protesting all day and no snacks? Thats a party foul
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SharaHuffle 7/2/2022 7:00 PM
Is it even a Wisconsin gathering without brats? šŸ˜… It's my experience that Milwaukee very rarely does all day protests, or at least, I haven't really seen it. I feel like I must be missing where they're being organized because I only see 1/2 a week and they're posted on FB.
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Hey, as a moment of comrade assistance, I wanted to share here that the Madison WI UBI Experiment is open for 2 more days! If you know a family of 4+ making 55k/yr or less, please let them know to apply by July 3rd! If accepted, it grants $500 per month for 1 year. https://www.irp.wisc.edu/MadisonForwardFund/
What is the Madison Forward Fund? The Madison Forward Fund is a year-long guaranteed income experimental program for Madison residents. The guaranteed income is a monthly, cash payment of $500 given directly to 155 households for 12 months. It is unconditional, with no strings attached and no work requirements. This also means there are no…
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SharaHuffle
Is it even a Wisconsin gathering without brats? šŸ˜… It's my experience that Milwaukee very rarely does all day protests, or at least, I haven't really seen it. I feel like I must be missing where they're being organized because I only see 1/2 a week and they're posted on FB.
Were you around in 2020?
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SharaHuffle 7/2/2022 8:51 PM
I was! Admittedly, I engaged broadly as an observer and supporter than street participant. @Nomad, have you been involved for a while?
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Definitely lol
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SharaHuffle 7/3/2022 12:05 AM
Dope! Thank you for all your work. I look forward to learning more and helping
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Found on Reddit: " https://www.facebook.com/events/685851949181426/?active_tab=about From the page: We will be collecting personal hygiene items the day of the March!
  • Tampons (unopened)
  • Pads (unopened)
  • Pregnancy Tests (unopened)
  • Contraceptives (unopened condoms, dental dams, etc)
  • Unopened Prepaid phones and cards
  • Gas cards
  • Monetary donations (Please try and refrain from written checks, we will however take them if it’s your only option)
All donations will be collected at the front of the stage and then in turn will be donated and dispersed among local community organizations whom are on the forefront of this fight. Just a few rules:
  • Remain Peaceful
  • No hate speech will be tolerated
  • Come & stay hydrated.
  • We ask that you don’t bring bicycles, or scooters (unless used for mobility assistance) please. Strollers and wagons are okay.
  • Please leave your pets (except for service animals) at home, as we’re expecting a big crowd and don’t want them to be overwhelmed.
  • If you see anything suspicious or something/someone that doesn’t feel right to you please go to one of the organizers (in orange/yellow vests) or law enforcement and we will take care of it.
  • We will more than likely have counter protesters. Please refrain from interacting with them and remain peaceful, we are not here to fight but simply speak up and make sure officials know where we stand and that overturning of Roe V.S. Wade is inhumane.
  • Respect others private and public property.
Our event will be taking place rain or shine! In the event of severe weather all announcements will be made on this event page. A route will also be announced as we get closer to the event so keep an eye out! If you have any questions or concerns please don’t hesitate to contact myself or any of the other hosts. We look forward to seeing and meeting each of you."
Join us in Wausau's march for our right to choose!
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Wisconsin’s conservative-controlled Supreme Court ruled Friday that absentee ballot drop boxes may be placed only in election offices and that no one other than the voter can return a ballot in person, dealing a critical defeat to Democrats in the battleground state. Election officials and others had argued that drop boxes are a secure and conv...
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A gift, for me!
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Nomad
A gift, for me!
WojtektheBear 7/10/2022 2:19 PM
Really wanna go to a WI brewpub in the near future
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And they’re employee owned based
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Almost anyplace you go youll see some local brew haha
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Nomad
Almost anyplace you go youll see some local brew haha
WojtektheBear 7/10/2022 2:32 PM
Starting to become more of a thing in New England, particularly with ciders which actually have a very long history here
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Honestly being a part owner in a cider co op in Vermont is a dream of mine
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Ali Velshi reports on an example in Wisconsin of Republicans abusing their position to maintain partisan power and prevent an elected democrat from performing the duties of their office.
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ā€œAll we need is fifty percent of the vote plus one,ā€ the [Republican] lobbyist told [Dale] Schultz and his colleagues [Republican legislators].  ā€œIf we get any more than that one vote, then we didn’t push the state far enough in the direction we want to push it [to the right], because we had votes to spare.ā€ ā€œHe [Former Governor Scott Walker] fulfilled a promise to one of his wealthiest donors that he would use ā€œdivide and conquerā€ against Wisconsin’s working class to break the power of their unions.  His devastating success has allowed for the transformation of Wisconsin into a laboratory for corporate interests and conservative activists, a process that continues unabated.ā€ These passages are from the book ā€œThe Fall of Wisconsin,ā€ by Dan Kaufman. They explain the strategy Republicans have used for the last 12 years--not to govern the state of Wisconsin--but to gain power and erode our institutions enough to embed their power over Wisconsin in perpetuity. Here’s the playbook.Teacher’s union too strong?  Foment hate against teachers, gain power, and [break their union. https://minocquabrewingcompany.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=978849b4ce2979cadc8746185&id=8d2c5dfb2e&e=70090e570c University system too progressive? Foment hate against professors and academia in general https://minocquabrewingcompany.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=978849b4ce2979cadc8746185&id=eb46e5cc76&e=70090e570c Private sector unions (like iron workers) too strong?  Tell them that the public-sector unions are lazy, that they steal your tax dollars, and that if you support Republicans, we’ll screw them but save you….only to screw private sector unions 2 years later. https://minocquabrewingcompany.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=978849b4ce2979cadc8746185&id=bb400496a7&e=70090e570c Education too good in Wisconsin?  Schools actually teach media literacy so that we know when we’re getting manipulated? Cut funding dramatically, https://minocquabrewingcompany.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=978849b4ce2979cadc8746185&id=f901fd34c3&e=70090e570c and give public school funding to corrupt private charter schools that can exclude any kid with special needs. School Boards stopping you from gutting schools entirely?  Create a boogeyman no one understands, like Critical Race Theory, and compel an uneducated, ignorant, and kinda-racist-but-don’t-know-it-because-your-town-is-all-white-mob to overrun schoolboards https://minocquabrewingcompany.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=978849b4ce2979cadc8746185&id=aa83310515&e=70090e570c. Pushback from voters who think this is all way too heavy-handed?  Gerrymander the districts https://minocquabrewingcompany.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=978849b4ce2979cadc8746185&id=fae7c7c0b3&e=70090e570c so their votes don’t count. Lawyers sue because gerrymandering should be illegal?  Stack the Wisconsin Supreme Court with right-wing hacks with millions of dollars of out-of-state campaign money. https://minocquabrewingcompany.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=978849b4ce2979cadc8746185&id=0e8e7435b0&e=70090e570c Appeal to the federal courts?  Stack the U.S. Supreme Court with right wing hacks by jamming through Trump’s nominees (Amy Barrett) and refusing to proceed with Obama’s (Merrick Garland). Do ALL OF THIS and STILL LOSE to Democratic Governor Tony Evers?  Create a sham investigation https://minocquabrewingcompany.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=978849b4ce2979cadc8746185&id=9d4e0bd847&e=70090e570c with circus-clown Gableman purporting Trump election fraud, undermining future Wisconsin elections to the tune of now $1 million Wisconsin tax dollars. Polls STILL showing Evers is gonna win?  Ban voting by proven-safe drop boxes https://minocquabrewingcompany.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=978849b4ce2979cadc8746185&id=8ca8237b8e&e=70090e570c to suppress voting. It goes on and on…
When tens of thousands of union members and supporters flocked to the state Capitol a decade ago, they warned that Gov. Scott Walker's collective bargaining bill known as Act 10 could redefine organized labor in Wisconsin. They were right.
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker has launched a two-pronged attack on the University of Wisconsin and academic freedom in his home state. Now he's running for President. Is this the kind of politician we want running the country?
His state is the 25th to adopt the measure, which critics say restricts collective bargaining and drives down wages. Walker said the law "sends a powerful message across the country."
State Sen. Erpenbach and Rep. Pope introduce legislation requiring a referendum before state aid to school districts can be cut.
Culture war fights in Wisconsin school boards haven't slowed down as the state's April 5 election approaches.
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The Kiel school district’s closure of a Title IX investigation under pressure sends a ā€˜chilling message’ expert says.
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HLMenckenFan 7/18/2022 11:10 PM
Damn
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Skullmaggot 7/19/2022 1:38 AM
Hello! I am with the Human Resources Team. We are looking to find those interested in working with the AIF to do open source intelligence (OSINT). If you are interested, please reply to this message.
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Im this image: where the bigoted politicians are https://i.redd.it/rly9m4qg1tc91.png
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thechromatograph3r 8/5/2022 10:45 AM
What happened to you, Wisconsin? You used to be the bastion of progressivism.
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Walker happened and his cronies in legislation and Ron Johnson
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Walker was atrocious. But hey wisco folks!
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It’s good to see more of us. I have a few folks in my area I’ve organized and a couple folks down near Kenosha. I teach classes and have a range master to teach arms. I don’t know where you are all located but I’ve got a lot going in the NE
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Found on Reddit: " https://www.facebook.com/events/685851949181426/?active_tab=about From the page: We will be collecting personal hygiene items the day of the March!
  • Tampons (unopened)
  • Pads (unopened)
  • Pregnancy Tests (unopened)
  • Contraceptives (unopened condoms, dental dams, etc)
  • Unopened Prepaid phones and cards
  • Gas cards
  • Monetary donations (Please try and refrain from written checks, we will however take them if it’s your only option)
All donations will be collected at the front of the stage and then in turn will be donated and dispersed among local community organizations whom are on the forefront of this fight. Just a few rules:
  • Remain Peaceful
  • No hate speech will be tolerated
  • Come & stay hydrated.
  • We ask that you don’t bring bicycles, or scooters (unless used for mobility assistance) please. Strollers and wagons are okay.
  • Please leave your pets (except for service animals) at home, as we’re expecting a big crowd and don’t want them to be overwhelmed.
  • If you see anything suspicious or something/someone that doesn’t feel right to you please go to one of the organizers (in orange/yellow vests) or law enforcement and we will take care of it.
  • We will more than likely have counter protesters. Please refrain from interacting with them and remain peaceful, we are not here to fight but simply speak up and make sure officials know where we stand and that overturning of Roe V.S. Wade is inhumane.
  • Respect others private and public property.
Our event will be taking place rain or shine! In the event of severe weather all announcements will be made on this event page. A route will also be announced as we get closer to the event so keep an eye out! If you have any questions or concerns please don’t hesitate to contact myself or any of the other hosts. We look forward to seeing and meeting each of you."
I was really proud of the turnouts in Wausau. That’s where I went to high school and it’s nice to see progress there
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I am around Madison area
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I’m in the Green Bay Area.
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I try to go to protests around here and the fox valley to find more people. It’s tough though, everyone is worried about being super polite and not making anyone uncomfortable. Like hang on, this is a protest, that’s the point.
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SharaHuffle 8/18/2022 12:00 PM
Welcome! I'm in the Milwaukee area myself. Reactions and support can vary quite a bit at protests (edited)
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Hi! We aren’t too far from one another!
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SharaHuffle 8/18/2022 12:06 PM
Nope! About an hour and a half?
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As a side note, does anyone have suggestions for a firearms training or 101 course? I've not had exposure to arms and want to change that.
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Without construction or traffic hahaha!
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12:06 PM
Fun fact!
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We actually have a firearms teacher part of the crew here
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12:07 PM
If ya ever come north we’d be happy be more than overjoyed to teach.
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SharaHuffle 8/18/2022 12:08 PM
That. Would. Be. Awesome.
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Ps- women lead too
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We even have a flier
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SharaHuffle 8/18/2022 12:10 PM
That sounds exactly perfect. I will hit you up in the future!!
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Please do!!! We have dinners and discussions. Last dinner was lasagna from garden fresh veggies. Super yum
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SharaHuffle 8/18/2022 12:11 PM
Delicious! I could bring dessert ;) Thank you so so very much!
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Yes! We welcome all desserts because last time I made banana bread my dog decided she was going to counter surf for the first time and ate the whole loaf.
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I wasn’t even mad. That’s kind of amazing.
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I try to go to protests around here and the fox valley to find more people. It’s tough though, everyone is worried about being super polite and not making anyone uncomfortable. Like hang on, this is a protest, that’s the point.
WojtektheBear 8/18/2022 12:37 PM
Lmao that’s Midwest as fuck
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WojtektheBear
Lmao that’s Midwest as fuck
The most Midwest. Like people talk about Minnesota nice, but it’s the whole Midwest.
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briar
I’m in the Green Bay Area.
I hear your local PD left an expensive trailer somehwere they shouldnt have and it got damaged lol
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Nomad
I hear your local PD left an expensive trailer somehwere they shouldnt have and it got damaged lol
Hahahaha the popo here are not always the brightest bulbs in the room. Most of them are like 19 and seem like Great Dane puppies.
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briar
I try to go to protests around here and the fox valley to find more people. It’s tough though, everyone is worried about being super polite and not making anyone uncomfortable. Like hang on, this is a protest, that’s the point.
We need to start introducing tailgating to protests, then it will become a Wisconsin passtime
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Nomad
We need to start introducing tailgating to protests, then it will become a Wisconsin passtime
You are soooooo right!
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Grill some brats, play some bags, go protest fascism lol
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Considering how progressive this state once was it’s astounding how many apologists are here. I don’t understand how fascism became cool
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Political marriage. People cant separate their ideologies from the politicians that pretend to represent them. Like: "I vote Republican, and Ron Johnson/Von/Fitzgerald is Republican, so i agree with him"
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We should have ranked choice voting, two party is dumb.
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Especially when they are so similar when it comes to propping up corporate interests
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Posted in r/PublicFreakout by u/methanefreefarts • 4,296 points and 651 comments
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Two Afghans say they have found work and local support as they build new lives in Wisconsin. But they still struggle with missing family, a lack of transportation and the language barrier.
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One of the Oath Keepers from the leak https://www.cityofmadison.com/council/district17/
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thechromatograph3r 9/8/2022 5:49 PM
That shitstain should be removed from office immediately
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There were numerous officials associated with them in the state. My favorite is when they say ā€œoh I didn’t knowā€ yes the fuck you did.
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"I didnt know" strange, do you join go through memberships to groups sporadically? Like how do they imagine that even works? Then again, their brain dead followers wont question it beyond their word anyways
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Here’s some good news of some work some folks we work with did. I make hats and scarves for it too. https://www.wearegreenbay.com/news/local-news/serving-those-who-need-it-most-inner-city-sound-hosts-winter-clothing-giveaway/amp/
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) – Appleton organization ā€œInner City Soundā€ is doing what it can to keep the Appleton community warm during the Winter, their effort is being met by those we …
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Hey everyone, glad to be here. Is there anything upcoming here in Wisconsin to pay attention to? It feels like things have been quiet here.
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If anyone is around the MKE area, there's a local FNB group doing a regular food distribution. I can share details if anyone is interested.
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Hey y’all! Zao MKE Church is hosting a family pride event including a drag queen story time. If you’re interested in the event, please come! If you’re interested in protecting queer families,...
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Haven't gotten specifics, heard fascist protesters may be in attendance of a hearing for a bill to declare Milwaukee as a sanctuary city for trans people. 901 N. 9th Street - in the Courthouse itself. They meet in room 201. Time: Monday, 7-17 1:30pm. (edited)
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This cunt of a manager
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Needs to ger fucking blasted on social media
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New richmond wisconsin
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Table 65 resturant
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DeepSouth [ATL, GA] 8/22/2023 10:49 PM
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