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Hello,
Mark Pocan will canvass in Mount Horeb, this Monday afternoon. He invites you to the Mt. Horeb Democratic Office for insight into what is currently happening in Congress. Afterwards, all are invited to help get out the vote by canvassing Mount Horeb.
We had a great No Kings Rally! This newsletter shares a special video from the rally. You will see a lot of familiar faces!
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MEET, GREET AND CANVASS
WITH MARK POCAN IN Mount Horeb
This Monday, APRIL 6, at 3 pm
Mark Pocan will be canvassing in Mount Horeb on Monday, All are invited to be at the new Mount Horeb Democratic Office, located at 304 East Main Street, at 3 pm, to meet your US Congressman. After Mark addresses the crowd, all are encouraged to join him in canvassing to get out the vote in Mount Horeb.
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WE NEED YOUR HELP!
We will be canvassing for Judge Chris Taylor for Supreme Court and Democratic Party endorsed Dane County Supervisor Pat Downing. We will be canvassing this weekend and Monday. If you can't make one of our scheduled canvasses, please email Jennifer to set up another time.
NOTE: Mount Horeb now has a new Democratic Office.
Canvasses will be launched from 304 East Main Street.
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BE SURE TO VOTE ON APRIL 7
PLEDGE TO VOTE IN EVERY ELECTION
| | Voting in the Spring Election is essential! There are many important races. The Wisconsin Supreme Court race again looms huge, and its outcome is important. Contested Dane County Supervisors, along with races for village and town boards are critically important. Find out what's on your ballot, how to request absentee ballot, early voting locations and other information at https://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/ . | | |
March 28
A DAY TO REMEMBER!
NO KINGS HERE!
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On March 28, Mount Horeb staged a No Kings event at Liberty Park. The event was planned by the local Southwest Wisconsin Area Progressives, (SWWAP). It was a blustery day, and the organizers chose to take advantage of the shelter as a wind break. There were between 250 and 300 attendees. The now familiar “Signs of Fascism” lined Cox Drive as well as Springdale Street. Those who saw the display could ponder how many signs pertained to the destructive forces that are at work in America Today.
The program featured speakers and music selections for the times we are living through. Matt Rothschild, a former Director of Wisconsin Democracy Campaign, and Ben Gruber, Conservation Warden, spoke on the changing landscape of politics in America.
The event also featured local musicians Denny Egstad, Rebecca Dorril Thomas, Katy McGrath Morki, and Anna Morki. David Couper, former Madison Police Chief and priest, delivered a passionate poem entitled "Watershed". The program ended with attendees joining musicians to sing on the spiritual, "We Shall Overcome". After the program concluded, attendees marched down Springdale Street with homemade signs of resistance.
On March 28, in large cities and small villages, approximately 8-9 million people attended over 3,300 No Kings Rallies. It was the largest single day protest in American history!
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KEN LONNQUIST AND HENRY BOEHM
MOUNT HOREB CONCERT
SATURDAY, APRIL 18, 7 PM
AT THE HISTORIC DISTRICT # 1 SCHOOLHOUSE
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Ken Lonnquist began performing professionally in his college days. He won a national audition and became “Minstrel for the Environment”, traveling widely and addressing environmental concerns in concerts. Ken Lonnquist writes about nature with passion and purpose, performing in nature centers, folk clubs, colleges and conferences about issues related to water, woods, animals, energy, and more. His environmental education songs are sung worldwide.
Ken also has a keen eye for what's happening in America, and writes topical songs for the times we endure. Expect to be inspired, enlightened and entertained at this special SWWAP sponsored concert. Ken will be joined by his talented friend Henry Boehm.
There is a $15 suggested donation at the door, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds.
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Disagree Better - Communicating Across Political Divides | In a time when it feels like everyone is divided, The Mount Horeb Public Library invites the community to come together during their new Disagree Better: Building Connection Across Difference initiative. Designed to support constructive engagement, foster understanding, and build trust across diverse viewpoints, this multi-part program features guest speakers, discussion moderator training, and deliberation dinners which combine shared meals with guided conversations around meaningful topics. In partnership with the Village of Mount Horeb and the Mount Horeb Area School District, Disagree Better strives to reach across generations, organizations and perspectives, with a goal of creating spaces where community members can engage with different ideas—and with each other-- in a thoughtful way. Rather than avoiding disagreement, the program encourages participants to approach differences with curiosity, respect, and care. | | | | Thanks to all who have donated in the past,
and those who support us now 💜 | | Contributions to SWWAP are appreciated but not tax deductible. | | | | |
