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Greetings!.
This newsletter contains reminders of upcoming events and announcements of newly planned SWWAP events. While we watch an illegal war waged in Iran and cruelty mount on our fellow Americans, it is easy to choose to turn off the barrage of bad news. However, we have a duty to country, to resist fascism from within. While enraged we must remain engaged. No one person can change the course of history. But millions of us, with one voice, can speak truth to power and resist tyranny..
➡️ FORWARD TOGETHER!
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| We preface this SWWAP Newsletter with a portion of a recent eulogy given by Barack Obama given at the memorial for Rev. Jesse Jackson. He lays bare the challenge we are met with. He calls us to duty, "Because if we don't step up, who will". While we listen to the words from an inspiring President, ask how we can step up locally and make a difference. | | You can access the full speech honoring Rev. Jesse Jackson HERE. | | |
POP-UP SIGN BRIGADE
AT LIBERTY PARK
IN MOUNT HOREB
FRIDAY, MARCH 13
3 - 4:30 PM
| | We will again be hosting a sign brigade on Springdale Street, near Liberty Park, located at 1201 Cox Drive in Mt. Horeb. Attendees are encouraged to create messaging, or select your favorite message from the nearly 100 SWWAP-made signs. We will also again be having the powerful "Signs of Fascism" sign display. | |
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EVENT REMINDER 📣
Calling All Mount Horeb Residents
ALL ARE ENCOURAGED TO RESEARCH CANDIDATES FOR VILLAGE BOARD
AND VOTE IN EVERY ELECTION!
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Residents of Mount Horeb have an opportunity to engage with their local candidates for Village Board on Saturday, February 14, from 9:30 to 11:30 AM, at the Mount Horeb High School Cafeteria. This event will provide a platform for residents to meet and interact with the candidates, fostering a sense of community involvement and empowerment.
The League of Women Voters, a trusted and reputable organization known for its commitment to promoting informed and active participation in democracy, will serve as the moderator for the candidate forum, ensuring a fair and constructive dialogue. We encourage all community members to attend this event. The event is sponsored by the Mount Horeb Rotary Club and the Mount Horeb Mail.
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DATE: SUN. MARCH 22
TIME: 6- 7:30 PM
WHERE: BRIX CIDER 🍎
REIMAGINE RESISTANCE
CO-SPONSORED BY
BRIX-SWWAP-PFLAG
MH AREA PROGRESSIVE TROLLS
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CREATIVE ACTS
IN A TROUBLED TIME
We have found ourselves in the wilderness of war in a country divided. The bombs dropping resonate through the world, and we feel their echo in our hearts. Let us come together and express what is in our hearts. Perhaps it is anxiety or fear. Perhaps it is rage. Perhaps it is despair. Or perhaps the soft light of compassion still glows.
We believe that in expression we can find connection, and in togetherness we can find strength.This evening will include a few planned creative acts, but we also welcome contributions from anyone who feels moved to share a song, poem, story, or other creative expression. (More details to come in next SWWAP Newsletter)
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Iran Conflict Panel Discussion
WHERE: Mount Horeb Public Library
105 Perimeter Road
Mount Horeb, WI 53572
WHEN: Monday, March 23, 6:30pm
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The political situation in Iran and the Middle East is evolving at a rapid pace. A special panel discussion exploring recent developments in the region will be held at the Mt. Horeb Public Library Monday, March 23 at 6:30pm. Featuring experts from UW-Madison's political science department, this evening will delve into the area's history and complex dynamics and afford plenty of time for your questions.
THE PANEL FEATURES:
Andrew Kydd, Professor of Political Science: Kydd's research and expertise addresses international security issues including nuclear weapons, terrorism, and preventive war.
Nadav Shelef, Harvey M. Meyerhoff Professor of Israel Studies and Professor of Political Science: Shelef has an extensive background in studying and teaching Israeli and Middle East politics and society.
Jon Pevehouse, Professor of International Relations: Pevehouse's work focuses on American foreign policy, international trade, politics, and international diplomacy.
Capt. Scott Mobely (US Navy, retired), Professor and Warship Captain: Mobely examines international security, civil-military relations and military operation.
The evening will be chaired by Yoshiko Herrera, Professor of Political Science/International Relations.
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SAVE THE DATE!
SWWAP WILL BE PART OF A
NATION WIDE DAY OF ACTION ON MARCH 28
PLAN TO BE THERE!
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On Saturday, March 28, we need to show up in world-historic numbers to send a message: NOT IN OUR NAME! We the people of the US reject Trump’s brutality at home and abroad and we say in one voice:
NO WARS OF AGRESSION!
NO TERRORIZING OUR COMMUNTY OR YOURS!
NO TYRANTS, NO CONQUESTS,
AND NO KINGS!
Join us from 1-3 PM, at the Mount Horeb Liberty Park Shelter, located at 1201 Cox Dr, for a peaceful & powerful assembly.
The event will feature uplifting music and inspiring speakers, (TBA). We will then have a sign brigade on well traveled Springdale Street.
Communities across the region are joining this historic event, and we will keep you informed in our upcoming newsletter of all the opportunities to engage on March 28.
This is America, a land of hope and justice! Together, we will shake off the chains of oppression and find a way forward for a brighter, more inclusive future.
Your presence matters—let's make history together!
Be sure to watch the following video
and find a place to sing along.
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FEBRUARY 28, 2026
A DAY THAT WILL LIVE IN INSANITY 🤯
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About a week before Trump launched Operation Epic Fury, attacking Iran alongside Israel, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine warned that the lack of support from allies and depleted reserves of interceptors and Patriot missiles would make an attack on Iran risky. | | | |
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MOUNT HOREB AREA
PROGRESSIVE TROLLS
NEWS
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One down, three to go.
A most important election year!
The Trolls will be getting out the Democratic vote in Mt. Horeb in March and April.
Please help us!
ProTip: You know those annoying (but necessary) calls and texts you get from Democratic volunteers to sign you up for a canvass shift at elections? You can get off the list, and save everyone time and effort, by signing up now at Mobilize (links below.) You can always cancel or reschedule if your plans change. But please, sign up.
For canvassing we'll have weekend tshifts, and we're happy to work with you to canvass at a different time that works for you.
(Contact Jennifer)
To start earlier and help our State Assembly District 51 and State Senate District 17 fellow voters in Iowa County, take a scenic drive to Mineral Point to help out with their canvasses.
Help Elect Progressive Champions
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| | Thanks to all who came out for our Trivia night at Brix Cider. Ten teams vied for the top honors. It was a fun night! A portion of the evening's profits from food and drink benefited SWWAP. Congrats to the 1st place "Honda Civics" team. Many thanks to Jennifer Gottwald, Carol Larsen who organized the event, Brix Cider for hosting, and bartenders Jenna and Emalyn for helping out. | |
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There's Credible Evidence of Trump's Sex Crimes
- Jay Kou, - Status Kou
| The evidence, once brought together, tells a compelling, disturbing story. (As with all things Epstein, reader discretion is advised. This piece contains evidence and victim statements involving sexual abuse of children.) | | | | |
WE WILL NOT BE DISTRACTED
🗂️ TRUMP - EPSTEIN FILE 🗂️
AIN'T GONNA GO AWAY!
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IT'S A SIGN!
It's that time of year again, when Spring Election yard signs will be popping up throughout the Driftless Region. Get your Chris Taylor yard sign by reaching out to Carol Larsen. Also, we're looking for a centrally located house with a porch or similar arrangement to be an easy sign pick up point - contact Jennifer Gottwald if you could help with that. Thank you.
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From the Minnesota Front Lines
SWWAP is committed to standing with the People of Minnesota until ICE is Out. ON February 12th, Border Czar Tom Homan announced to the world that, “A significant drawdown has already been underway this week and will continue to the next week.”
However the People Over Papers Ice Tracking map consistently shows an average of 20 reported ICE sightings a day. In addition to this raw data, SWWAP’s on-the-ground contact relates that last week there was at least one reported instance of a parent and child being abducted by ICE during school pick-up hours.
ICE is not out of the Twin Cities, yet national news media no longer covers this reality. As a result donations and outside support are dropping. Zion Lutheran Church/Zion Community Commons had to close on Wednesday and Thursday last week because of low funds.
Since Zion feeds an average of 250 families in Saint Paul every day, low funds meant 500 families missed expected grocery deliveries. The money contributed to Zion Lutheran is used to purchase nutritious, fresh food from wholesale distributors. A lot of the food is purchased in bulk and then packed on-site by volunteers. One on-site volunteer described working alongside about 40 other volunteers. Her job was to bag flour and she conveyed that as fast as they could bag the flour it was “flying out” into grocery bags to be delivered to Shelter In Place (Ship) families.
Another on-site volunteer reports that “What's happening at ZCC is akin to a M.A.S.H unit. It's all boots on the ground type of situation. They open their doors and everyone starts rolling. They are so busy they don't answer their phone. Volunteers show up and ask, what do you need? There is a lead person who coordinates the packing for families and directs volunteers to work stations….”
Every dollar you contribute to ZCC helps to feed families who are being forced to shelter in place by the ICE Occupation. Please consider donating, even small amounts make a difference. And either way, please copy/paste and share this information with your own network of friends and family. Not everyone will have the resources to donate every time. But we ALL have the capacity increase donations overall by sharing this information with our own connections. Zion Lutheran’s donation page can be found here.
Help let Minnesota know we hear her voice by acting to support her now, in her time of greatest need.
Thank you from the SWWAP Board.
| | Thanks to all who have donated in the past,
and those who support us now 💜 | | Contributions to SWWAP are appreciated but not tax deductible. | | | | |
