I’ve been thinking a lot about the quote Ana Maria Archila, activist and co-executive director of the Center for Popular Democracy, shared on Saturday, words of activist Valarie Kaur: “What if America is not a
2018 Election
Reflection, Healing, and Magic: The Transformative Power of Angela Conley’s Campaign
Angela Conley was born and raised in South Minneapolis. A leader and mother, she not only worked with people directly impacted by the services controlled by the Board of Commissioners
Weaving Magic, Together
The story of Angela Conley’s victory is one about organizing, to be sure. Electoral victories happen because doors are knocked, conversations are had, volunteers are recruited and retained, babies are
Win the Day: What’s next?
Dear Friends,
In this 90 second video, Ricardo Levins Morales explains that when it comes to political change, the soil is more important than the seeds. That means, the political landscape we’re working in matters. And we can cultivate the soil — that is, the values, narratives, and ideas — so that more is possible in the future.
Elections Recap: Joyful Politics, #OneMinnesota, and Making History
During midterms, TakeAction Minnesota members, member leaders, and volunteers showed up joyfully and powerfully. And it paid off. At TakeAction Minnesota, we’re working toward a bold, progressive vision for our state and a people-centered democracy.
Win the Day: Volume 9 (Election Day Eve)
Make More Possible | November 5, 2018 Tomorrow we vote. And the day after that, we’ll rest. (Actually, we’re going bowling.) And then, win or lose (and it’s usually some
Keith Ellison Will Stand With All of Us
At TakeAction Minnesota, we can imagine a state where everyone is able to live free, joyful lives. As a people’s organization, we’re dedicated to building a democracy that represents and
Win the Day Volume 8
Make More Possible | October 29,2018 Dear Friends, When we started writing this blog eight weeks ago we thought we had a pretty straightforward purpose: to inoculate against dog-whistle politics.
Busy Voter’s Guide to the Governor’s Race
Hey Minnesota – The midterm election is coming up November 6. The Busy Voter’s Guide to the Governor’s Race is here to help YOU get informed about the Governor’s race.
Win the Day: Volume 7
Make More Possible | October 22,2018 Dear Friends, With just over two weeks left till Election Day we know that political campaigning is only going to get hotter and louder.