Thursday
I’ve said it before and I will say it again. The Power of Many represents the best people in our community. Thanks to all of you who stepped up with great ideas for yesterday’s call to action. It makes a person feel good to have such support!
I’ve said it before and I will say it again. The Power of Many represents the best people in our community. Thanks to all of you who stepped up with great ideas for yesterday’s call to action. It makes a person feel good to have such support!
1. AHCA
According to Senator Mitch McConnell, the GOP is set to release a “discussion draft” of the AHCA today. Up until now, the bill has been shrouded in mystery for Democratic senators, everyday people, and even many Republican senators. Sens. McCain, and Lee have publicly complained about the lack of transparency. Read about it here:http://www.npr.org/…/heres-what-we-know-about-the-senate-go… Or here:http://www.chicagotribune.com/…/ct-gop-trump-senate-health-…
According to Senator Mitch McConnell, the GOP is set to release a “discussion draft” of the AHCA today. Up until now, the bill has been shrouded in mystery for Democratic senators, everyday people, and even many Republican senators. Sens. McCain, and Lee have publicly complained about the lack of transparency. Read about it here:http://www.npr.org/…/heres-what-we-know-about-the-senate-go… Or here:http://www.chicagotribune.com/…/ct-gop-trump-senate-health-…
The Senate is planning on voting on this bill next week, probably Thursday (!!!). I know you are probably sick and tired of talking about the AHCA but we have got to be that squeaky wheel and continue to resist. Our senators, Klobuchar and Franken have been fighting the good fight against this so far. Let’s continue to call them, thank them for their efforts, and encourage them to keep pushing against this bill.
From the Rogan’s List, here are some points to stress:
From the Rogan’s List, here are some points to stress:
1) We demand hearings with expert testimony and careful consideration
2) We demand that all members of the Senate, not just an all-male working group, and including Democrats, are allowed to participate in debate and offer amendments
3) We demand that any legislation provide equal or better access to affordable, comprehensive health care as the ACA
4) We demand that certain parts of the ACA be continued, including Medicaid, pre-existing conditions, and no increased premiums for older people
5) We demand open hearings.
2) We demand that all members of the Senate, not just an all-male working group, and including Democrats, are allowed to participate in debate and offer amendments
3) We demand that any legislation provide equal or better access to affordable, comprehensive health care as the ACA
4) We demand that certain parts of the ACA be continued, including Medicaid, pre-existing conditions, and no increased premiums for older people
5) We demand open hearings.
Check this out https://www.ouramendments.org
Remember last week when we talked about the Senate Democrats using the “vote-a-rama” tactic to slow down progress in the Senate? (Here’s a review: https://www.ouramendments.org) Indivisible Group has created a way for you to generate an amendment for our senators to use! I think this is pretty cool. All you need to do is enter your information and any comments you have about healthcare. It will be sent to Sens. Klobuchar and Franken to use on the Senate floor.
Remember last week when we talked about the Senate Democrats using the “vote-a-rama” tactic to slow down progress in the Senate? (Here’s a review: https://www.ouramendments.org) Indivisible Group has created a way for you to generate an amendment for our senators to use! I think this is pretty cool. All you need to do is enter your information and any comments you have about healthcare. It will be sent to Sens. Klobuchar and Franken to use on the Senate floor.
Finally, check out this article from Vox. Three journalists interviewed eight Republicans and asked them about healthcare. Specifically, “What problems do you think this bill will solve?” and “ How do you think it will solve them?” Check out their answers here: https://www.vox.com/…/republicans-health-care-bill-questions
Are you like me? Motivated to resist and eager to learn but stuck at home? Here is a townhall you can attend from the comfort of your couch! Thanks to the Rogan’s list for this idea.
MomsRising will be hosting their next telephone townhall tomorrow, Thursday, June 22nd at 9pm ET. http://bit.ly/2rMnvUc The townhall will focus on the mechanisms we have in place to hold sitting presidents accountable, including impeachment, special counsels, and independent commissions. Let's RSVP and take advantage of this great learning opportunity.
Franken-202-224-5641
Klobuchar-202-224-3244
House of Representative switchboard: (202) 224-3121
MN Legislators: https://www.leg.state.mn.us/leg/legislators
Resistbot: https://resistbot.io/
Governor Dayton- https://mn.gov/governor/contact-us/
Klobuchar-202-224-3244
House of Representative switchboard: (202) 224-3121
MN Legislators: https://www.leg.state.mn.us/leg/legislators
Resistbot: https://resistbot.io/
Governor Dayton- https://mn.gov/governor/contact-us/
Out and About
Thursday, June 22 3pm
Public Hearing: $15 for
Minneapolis City Hall
400 S 4th St, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415
https://www.facebook.com/events/437075546660706/?acontext=%7B%22source%22%3A4%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22null%22%7D&source=4&action_history=null
Public Hearing: $15 for
Minneapolis City Hall
400 S 4th St, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415
https://www.facebook.com/events/437075546660706/?acontext=%7B%22source%22%3A4%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22null%22%7D&source=4&action_history=null
Sat-Sun June 24-25
2017 Twin Cities Pride Festival
Loring Park
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403, 55404
https://www.facebook.com/events/712402268933911/?acontext=%7B%22ref%22%3A%2223%22%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22null%22%7D
2017 Twin Cities Pride Festival
Loring Park
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403, 55404
https://www.facebook.com/events/712402268933911/?acontext=%7B%22ref%22%3A%2223%22%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22null%22%7D
Monday, June 26 6-8 pm
An Evening with Ken Martin and Progressive Activists
Dakota County Library
1340 Wescott Rd, Eagan, Minnesota 55123
https://www.facebook.com/events/1896672923884152/?acontext=%7B%22source%22%3A4%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22null%22%7D&source=4&action_history=null
An Evening with Ken Martin and Progressive Activists
Dakota County Library
1340 Wescott Rd, Eagan, Minnesota 55123
https://www.facebook.com/events/1896672923884152/?acontext=%7B%22source%22%3A4%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22null%22%7D&source=4&action_history=null
Tuesday, June 27 12 -1 pm
ResistTrumpTuesdays: Protect our Healthcare, Withhold Consent
Senator Amy Klobuchar’s office
1200 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415
https://www.facebook.com/events/102547383677370/?acontext=%7B%22source%22%3A4%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22null%22%7D&source=4&action_history=null
ResistTrumpTuesdays: Protect our Healthcare, Withhold Consent
Senator Amy Klobuchar’s office
1200 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415
https://www.facebook.com/events/102547383677370/?acontext=%7B%22source%22%3A4%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22null%22%7D&source=4&action_history=null
Tuesday, June 27 7-9 pm
What is Take Back Your State? - Join us for an online event
Online Event (you can do this from home!!)
https://www.facebook.com/events/434294313613264/?acontext=%7B%22source%22%3A4%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22null%22%7D&source=4&action_history=null
What is Take Back Your State? - Join us for an online event
Online Event (you can do this from home!!)
https://www.facebook.com/events/434294313613264/?acontext=%7B%22source%22%3A4%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22null%22%7D&source=4&action_history=null
Thursday, June 29 6:15-8:30
Mayoral Candidate Forum on Climate Resilience & Energy Access
Open Book
1011 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415
https://www.facebook.com/events/1681412545497458/?acontext=%7B%22source%22%3A4%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22null%22%7D&source=4&action_history=null
Mayoral Candidate Forum on Climate Resilience & Energy Access
Open Book
1011 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415
https://www.facebook.com/events/1681412545497458/?acontext=%7B%22source%22%3A4%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22null%22%7D&source=4&action_history=null
Recent protests sparks a nationwide Rise Up 5K Run/Walk on July 1. Net proceeds go to Planned Parenthood and other women's rights charities. JOIN US TODAY! RISE UP. RUN. BE HEARD. http://riseup5k.org/
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