Jan 24 - Freedom March #2
Saturday, Jan. 24th the Winona Rapid Response Team organized a second Freedom March (in the spirit of MLK, Jr.). Over 300 like-minded citizens (some from Wisconsin) gathered in sub-zero weather. Judging by the number of vehicles honking horns and giving thumbs up along Hwy 61, many others share the same opinion of ICE in our communities.
Four hours before this second Winona Freedom March, another Minneapolis resident was killed by ICE agents. During the Sunday morning news programs it was striking to see the differences in reporting between the stations. Narratives from leaders at DHS and the Border Patrol strain credulity. How does one not believe what is seen in the videos?
Most of us could never imagine reading a sign recently posted on a door outside a Mexican restaurant in Minneapolis … “WE ARE OPEN. Please wait for us to unlock the door. Thank you for understanding.”
As our brothers and sisters in Minnesota are showing us, democracy is not a spectator sport.
Jan 17 - Guest Speaker
At our January meeting, we were happy to welcome Emily Berge (and husband Mike) to the group. Emily is running as a candidate for the 3rd Congressional District in the August Primary against Rebecca Cooke and Rodney Rave. The winner will take on Derrick Van Orden in the November 3 General Election.
2026 Election Dates:
February 17 – Spring Primary
April 7 – Spring Election
August 11 – Partisan Primary
November 3 – General Election
