“What’s Next” This WEEK

Rallys, Phone Banks, Zooms & Events

for Dems, Liberals and Progressives

Week of June 9th - June 16th, 2025 (times vary by event)

Monday, June 9th @7:00 pm ]central / 8 PM eastern ZOOM

Exposing the Big ~BXXXXXiful~ UGLY Bill: Threats to US Economy & Democracy

Presenter Ed Spire: NWSOFA’s Restore Our Democracy Co-Lead

_Ed Spire invites you to a critical presentation that will expose the profound dangers the “Big ~BXXXXiful~~ UGLY Bill” poses to both our economy and our democracy._

By dissecting the bill’s agenda, Ed will demonstrate how this sweeping legislation—marketed as a boon for working Americans—threatens to accelerate wealth inequality, undermine essential safety net programs, and erode the foundational principles of fair governance.

Overwhelmingly benefiting corporations and the ultra-wealthy

The bill’s central feature is trillions of dollars in tax cuts, overwhelmingly benefiting corporations and the ultra-wealthy, while slashing funding for healthcare, food assistance, and renewable energy. If enacted, the legislation would result in the largest transfer of wealth from working and middle-class families to the richest Americans in U.S. history, with households earning less than $51,000 losing an average of $700 per year, and the top 0.1% gaining nearly $400,000.

Gutting Medicaid and SNAP

These cuts are paid for by gutting Medicaid and SNAP, threatening healthcare coverage for over 8 million people and taking food assistance away from millions of children and families. Farmers, too, would be hit hard, with SNAP cuts risking $30 billion in lost income and 400,000 jobs.

Beyond the economic fallout, the bill’s provisions also threaten democratic norms by consolidating power among the wealthiest interests and stripping away programs that support broad participation in society. The rollback of clean energy incentives and the expansion of fossil fuel subsidies further entrench corporate influence over public policy, while new immigration fees and border measures risk marginalizing vulnerable communities. The bill’s rushed passage through the House, with no Democratic support and deep internal divisions, underscores the lack of broad democratic consensus.

_Join Ed Spire to learn what’s at stake, how these changes could reshape our nation for generations, and what you can do to help stop this unprecedented attack on economic fairness and democratic values._

Now is the time to raise your voice, contact your senators, and mobilize your community to demand a better, more just future for all.

Every Tuesday and Thursday at 4 PM central / 5 PM eastern ZOOM

Feeling overwhelmed by the constant stream of ideas, strategies,

and information in the pro-democracy movement?

You’re not alone

Sorting Soup: Turning Ideas Into Action - Join Weekly - every Tuesday & Thursday, Zoom @4PM central

That’s why we created Sorting Soup—a twice-weekly space to process, connect, and turn information into real-world impact. Inspired by the dynamic NWSOFA 9am Coffee & Conversation network, Sorting Soup is your opportunity to ground yourself, build community, and decide what’s truly worth your time and energy.

Each session begins with a Decompression Hour

Join us every Tuesday and Thursday at 4 PM (CST), starting June 10th. Each session begins with a Decompression Hour, where we check in, share what’s on our minds, and spot the patterns emerging across our work. Then, we dive deep into a timely topic—something urgent, overlooked, or full of potential. Whether you’re ready to research, present, or just ask great questions, your voice is welcome.

We wrap up with a Deep Dive Debrief, assigning research tasks, brainstorming future speakers, and mapping out next steps. Our goal? Not just understanding, but activation. Sorting Soup is about thinking together—and then bringing those insights back to our communities to inspire real change.

Bring your curiosity, your questions, and your passion for democracy. Let’s turn information overload into collective action—one session at a time.

Tuesday, June 10, @4:00–7:00 PM central In-Person

***Local event- Northwest Burbs -Chicago***

IndivisiGather Pizza Night” with FREE Pizza, Snacks and Pop

In the Northwest burbs of Chicago?

IndivisiGather FREE Pizza. Relax, Enjoy the Conversation

NO politics allowed!”

***Local event- Northwest Burbs -Chicago***

‘IndivisiGather Pizza Night” with FREE Pizza, Snacks and Pop

Location: Moretti’s Pizza, 1799 Busse Rd,Mount Prospect, IL 60056

This event is a Pizza Party.. being held at Moretti’s Pizza in Mt. Prospect .. in the back corner area or if good weather ..outside on the patio.. look for the Indivisible Sign … Enjoy free pizza, salads, etc and having great conversations. The Pizza party starts at 4 and continues to 7 .. enjoy a comfortable setting, great pizza and beverages (Alcoholic beverage is on you) ..

The get-together on Tuesday, June 10th will be part of Indivisible’s “IndivisiGather” which we have been doing for 3 years … promoting attendees to just get together .. enjoy conversation and each other … during our 4-7 Free Pizza enjoy, Great Topics, Sports, kids, vacation.. And great conversation about issues of the day ..

NO Politics .. only ISSUES .. like the current Tariff War debacle, 2026 BBB budget, Climate,Change, Inflatiion, Jobs report and new consumer confidence report.. & Stuff of the Day / Week!..

_Stop in for a slice or stay the evening_

Wednesday 6/11@ 2 PM central & Thursday 6/12@ 12 @ Noon central ZOOMS

“NWSOFA Zoom “Hands On / How To” Sessions Update

step-by-step guidance on working with Zoom

NWSOFA is excited to announce a new focus for our popular “Hands On / How To” basics instruction sessions! By member request, we are shifting from covering AI basics to providing practical, step-by-step guidance on running Zoom meetings. Whether you’re new to Zoom or looking to sharpen your skills, these sessions are designed to help you confidently host, control, and engage attendees in your own virtual meetings.

Our **Wednesday at 2 PM** and **Thursday at noon** sessions will now both cover the same Zoom-related topics. These sessions will remain conversational and informal, encouraging plenty of questions and interactive participation. As always, we’ll be sharing our screens and demonstrating each step in real time, so you can follow along and see exactly how to manage Zoom’s features.

_We’ll cover essential skills such as:_

- Scheduling a meeting

- Inviting participants

- Managing audio and video

- Using chat and reactions

- Sharing your screen

- Utilizing breakout rooms

We’ll also explore tips for keeping your meetings secure and engaging, including how to handle disruptive participants, use polls, and make the most of Zoom’s interactive tools.

Whether you’re hosting a small team meeting or a large community event, these sessions will give you the practical know-how to run smooth, effective Zoom gatherings. **Bring your questions and curiosity—our goal is to make sure you leave each session feeling ready to take charge of your own virtual meetings!**

You should be on a notebook or computer with Internet for this to be most effective.. will be difficult with a phone only..

📅 Wednesday June 11th 7:00–8:30 PM central / 8:00-9:30 PM eastern | 💻 Zoom

No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings!

Prepare for the June 14th “No Kings Day”

Select rally songs & march chants

_Join us to select rally songs and chants for No Kings Day. Help restore a constitutional republic that serves all people, not just elites._

Agenda

- **Listen:** “Let Equity Ring, Let Freedom Sing”

*(Inspired by our last meeting’s chants)*

- **Break into small groups** to discuss the song.

- **Vote** on the next song to discuss.

Highlighted Songs

1. **#MakeAmericaFairFreeFlourishing**

2. **#WakeUpUnwokeAmerica**

3. **#HandsoffDonnie**

4. **#KingTrumptheTurd**

5. **#MakeFlayDaySongCount**

6. **#TacoDance**

7. **#DerangedTrumpMassPsychosis**

- **All songs (60+):** [Equity Moonshot](https://equitymoonshot.substack.com/p/how-might-we-create-a-song-movement)

**Come ready with your favorite chants and songs!**

Let’s build a movement to flip the midterms and make Trump a lame duck!

As President Trump celebrates his 79th birthday with a military parade in D.C., we’ll be raising our voices for democracy, equity, and freedom, countering the spectacle with a people-powered chorus of hope and resistance.

This is our call to all—woke, unwoke, and everyone in between—to reclaim the flag’s meaning from the grip of alt-right media and neo-terrorism.

Whether you’re a seasoned songwriter or just finding your voice, this session will empower you to write lyrics and create Suno songs that challenge autocracy and celebrate the true patriotic ideals of the US flag.

Your Voice Matters—Share Your Song!

Let’s let equity ring and freedom sing—No Kings, just people united for justice!

Thursday, June 12, 2025 | 🕖 7:00–8:30 PM central In-Person only

June 12 Federal Chaos/Local Impact Town Hall

Gutting of our federal government has a deep, wide-ranging impact on our local community

What is the local impact of Trump's massive Federal chaos on our community?

What is the local impact of Trump's massive Federal chaos on our community? In this Town Hall, we'll hear from several local residents who are former federal employees, and elected officials from Cook County and Illinois. We'll hear how the gutting of our federal government has a deep, wide-ranging impact on our local community and how it is hurting friends and neighbors. And we'll talk about What We Can Do About It.

Hear from local, former federal workers

See you at Palatine Library in the big meeting room. We'll hear from local, former federal workers from the Commerce Department, the Securities Exchange Commission, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services, and NASA. Elected officials include Illinois Senate Majority Leader Cristina Castro, State Rep. Nabeela Syed, 51st District., State Rep. Mary Beth Canty, 54th District; Cook County Commissioner Scott Britton, 14th District, Commissioner Kevin Morrison, 15th District, and Commissioner Maggie Trevor, 9th District. U.S. Senator Richard Durbin's Regional Director, Yasmeen Bankole, will be on hand to address federal issues.

This event is co-sponsored by NWSOFA-Indivisible

From Indivisible / Urgent Actions needed:

- House Republicans just voted for a tax bill that does real harm to working Americans—slashing Medicaid, food assistance, and threatening Medicare to pay for massive tax breaks for billionaires. It’s a cruel, upside-down set of priorities that puts the ultra-wealthy first and working families last. 

Indivisible is organizing phonebanks every Wednesday and Thursday in June.

- But this fight isn’t over yet. The Senate is up next and we have a plan to block this bill. 

- We're helping voters in key states call their senators and demand they reject this dangerous bill. We’ve used this tactic before—and it works. Back in 2017, grassroots pressure like this helped stop Republicans from dismantling the ACA.

- If we turn up the heat again, we can block this bill in the Senate—or force changes that send it back to the House, where it faces an even tougher path.

- Let’s remind Congress who they work for. Make some calls .. Starts June 4 /5th..

Join the Car-A-Van.. Stop by 5 No-Kings Burbs Rallys .. circle, blow horns, then join with them .. then on to the next..

WEEKLY ZOOMS, CONVERSATION & TRAINING SESSIONS

9-10 am ZOOM central. Monday through Friday - join anytime

COFFEE & CONVERSATION

_Every Monday thru Friday 9am to 10am central …. It's Where we Talk about Stuff!!!! .. the Stuff that happened yesterday, today or anticipated later today ..

It’s a Discussion not a Presentation

Start Your Day off with great conversations.. and a cup of coffee.. talking about "Stuff" with fellow Progressives... Extremely Casual .. attendees join from across the US and World..

Every Friday @5pm Central time

Join our “Unhappy-Happy Hour Zoom”

What now .. What are you or your group doing?_

Indivisible has a Strategic Plan ..

Released the 2025 Strategic Guide last Wednesday …. This week ..What We / You are doing or your groups are doing .. along with some Local, National & International Stuff …. ZOOM- it’s a “CONVERSATION between Attendee’s not a presentation”. … ZOOM Friday 5 pm central time

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