How can I become part of resisting our country's slide into autocracy?
Peacefully Protest - Visible resistance is essential so the government and its supporters see the number of citizens who don’t agree with their actions. Nonviolent visible protest activity encourages those sitting on the sidelines to join in.
Current Ongoing Protest Actions:
SE Wisconsin Indivisible
Every Sunday, 2:00 - 3:30pm, 1501 Miller Parkway, West Milwaukee, Rain or Shine
Being Visible Public Action Campaign
Every Tuesday, 4:15 - 5:00pm, NE Corner of Rawson and 76th Street,
Being Visible (Franklin group) will have poster board and markers available or bring your own sign
Bridge Brigade
Most Thursdays, 2:00 - 3:30pm, Lincoln Ave. overpass on I-43/I-94 between 4th and 5th Streets.
Teams holding large signs on overpass above the expressway. For more information, contact Mary at cherrycheese9294@gmail.com
Vigil for Those Persecuted by ICE
Every Friday, 9:00am - 10:00am, Milwaukee ICE Office, 310 E. Knapp St.
Stand Up Saturdays
Every Saturday, 10:00 - 11:30am, 76th and Layton, Greenfield
East Castle Saturday Group Protest
Every Saturday, 1:00 - 1:30pm, Downer Ave., east side of the street, between Bradford Ave. and Lake Dr.
Tosa Weekly Peaceful Protest
Every Saturday, 12:00 - 1:00pm, Corner of 76th and Bluemound and corner of 76th and North.
Questions? Call Jean at 414.531.3187
For more information on protest actions, contact Bridgit Hansen, Protest Committee Chair, b.hansen@lwvmilwaukee.org.
For more general information about Unite & Rise, contact Donna Spars, d.spars@lwvmilwaukee.org, Unite & Rise 8.5 Milwaukee County Program Chair.