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League of Women Voters Anoka, Blaine, Coon Rapids Area
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Encouraging informed and active participation in government. Serving Minnesota residents of Anoka County and northern Hennepin County. Learn more at https://my.lwv.org/minnesota/anoka-blaine-coon-rapids-area
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League of Women Voters Anoka, Blaine, Coon Rapids Area @lwvabcmn.bsky.social · 2d
“The federal administration has shown that even if you are someone who is here legally and have done all the things right, they will take any tool that they have — legally or illegally — to persecute you, and that’s really scary for folks who have a lot to lose,” said Dieu Do, of MN8
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League of Women Voters Anoka, Blaine, Coon Rapids Area @lwvabcmn.bsky.social · 2d
“Whether “dictator” or “king” are particularly apt labels, Americans are clearly sympathetic to the idea that Trump is abusing his power.”
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MinnPost @minnpost.bsky.social · 3d
In his latest story, political reporter Matthew Blake breaks down the impacts as hundreds of thousands of Minnesotans are about to lose their food and heating assistance amid the government shutdown. Learn more here: www.minnpost.com/state-govern...
As federal food, heating help runs out, Minnesota lawmakers seek answers - MinnPost
Hundreds of thousands of Minnesotans are about to lose their food and heating assistance, and it's unclear how much the state can help backfill services.
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Education Minnesota @educationmn.bsky.social · 3d
Make sure your Halloween is all treats and no tricks! Buy union 🍬 🍭 🍫
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Minnesota Indivisible Alliance @mnindivisible.bsky.social · 3d
A federal judge just ruled that ICE agents in the Chicago region can be arrested if they detain or arrest people unlawfully.

Good. ICE is not above the law.

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ICE agents can be arrested over unlawful actions, Chicago judge rules
A federal judge says ICE broke the law with warrantless arrests—and officers who do it again could face charges.
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Minnesota Indivisible Alliance @mnindivisible.bsky.social · 3d
Didn’t take too long for money to realize this administration is totally for sale.
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Breaking News: The U.S. military accepted a private donation of $130 million to help pay troops during the shutdown. The move is highly unusual and a potential violation of federal law.
Trump to Use $130 Million Donation to Help Pay Troops
It is not clear how far the gift will go toward covering the salaries of the nation’s 1.3 million troops.
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Minnesota Reformer @minnesotareformer.com · 3d
While many protesters feared Noem's visit signaled a major ICE operation like the blitz in Chicago, she made no such announcement. Instead, she celebrated arrests already made by St. Paul ICE officers and asked Minnesotans to back law enforcement.

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Hundreds protests DHS Secretary Noem during press conference at Fort Snelling • Minnesota Reformer
Hundreds gathered outside the federal Whipple Building at Fort Snelling Friday to protest the presence of Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, who is leading the Trump administration’s efforts ...
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Women’s March Minnesota @womensmarchmn.bsky.social · 3d
An estimated 1,500 people showed up at the Whipple Building today for a rapid response protest of DHS Sec. Kristi Noem’s visit to Mpls. Thanks to everyone who showed up to give her a “warm” MN welcome! No more Minnesota nice, we don’t want your fascist I.C.E!

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Minnesota 50501 @mn50501.bsky.social · 3d
RAPID RESONSE RECAP:
With only 22 hours lead time, over 1000 dedicated protestors gathered at the Bishop Henry Whipple building, forcing Kristi Noem's motorcade to sneak in the back just before 4pm, and speed off shortly after 5pm.

Once again, as with Vance and Hegseth, Minnesota shows up.
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League of Women Voters Anoka, Blaine, Coon Rapids Area @lwvabcmn.bsky.social · 2d
It’s also less likely that someone watching will say “maybe the frog deserved it” if they get pepper-sprayed. It breaks people’s ability to justify the victim and it shows the violence itself purely.

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The Long History of Frogs as Protest Symbols
Inflatable frog costumes are selling out following the weekend's “No Kings” protests and to counter Trump’s demonization of US cities more broadly.
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League of Women Voters Anoka, Blaine, Coon Rapids Area @lwvabcmn.bsky.social · 2d
The agency expects to open formal bidding in early 2026, signaling that it is on a fast track for production.

It marks another step toward a surveillance network that is modular, shareable, and increasingly autonomous—observing more ground, for longer, with less need for agents
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US border patrol is asking companies to submit plans to turn standard 4x4 trucks into AI-powered watchtowers—combining radar, cameras, and autonomous tracking to extend surveillance on demand.
DHS Wants a Fleet of AI-Powered Surveillance Trucks
US border patrol is asking companies to submit plans to turn standard 4x4 trucks into AI-powered watchtowers—combining radar, cameras, and autonomous tracking to extend surveillance on demand.
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League of Women Voters Anoka, Blaine, Coon Rapids Area @lwvabcmn.bsky.social · 5d
The Trump administration asserts that the president alone should determine when to federalize National Guard units, while state officials, including the Minnesota Attorney General, contend that using military force to respond to routine crime is a gross violation of the U.S. Constitution
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League of Women Voters Anoka, Blaine, Coon Rapids Area @lwvabcmn.bsky.social · 5d
“Showing that we can unite with unbridled joy in the face of fear and retribution is the best antidote to tyranny and oppression.”
minnesotareformer.com Minnesota Reformer @minnesotareformer.com · 6d
Commentary: Showing up — especially in our silly costumes and dance music — can illustrate how we are not afraid to stand with our neighbors and fellow American citizens. minnesotareformer.com/2025/10/21/n...
No Kings showed the best of Minnesota • Minnesota Reformer
Lowering barriers helps bring new people into the greater project.
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League of Women Voters Anoka, Blaine, Coon Rapids Area @lwvabcmn.bsky.social · 5d
“We agree with Cooper that USA Powerlifting’s policy is discriminatory on its face”- Chief Justice Hudson

The organization can still argue to a jury that the discrimination had a legitimate business reason under the MN Human Rights Act
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League of Women Voters Anoka, Blaine, Coon Rapids Area @lwvabcmn.bsky.social · 6d
“This attempt by the federal government to access detailed voter data puts those rights at risk. We are standing up for every Californian to ensure that sensitive voter information stays protected and that our elections remain safe and secure.”

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League of Women Voters Seeks to Protect California Voter Data Against Federal Overreach | League of Women Voters
The League of Women Voters of California (LWVC) filed a motion in federal court to intervene in USA v. Weber, the U.S. Department of Justice’s case against the California Secretary of State, to protec...
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League of Women Voters Anoka, Blaine, Coon Rapids Area @lwvabcmn.bsky.social · 6d
“Indiana’s new laws are part of a broader, troubling trend to undermine the fundamental right to vote. By targeting naturalized citizens, these provisions break federal law and betray the promise of equal participation at the heart of our democracy.”

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Nonpartisan Voting Rights Organizations File Lawsuit in Indiana Challenging Unlawful Citizenship Check Laws | League of Women Voters
League of Women Voters of Indiana, Common Cause Indiana, Hoosier Asian American Power, and Exodus Refugee Immigration, have filed a lawsuit against the Indiana Secretary of State and the Co-Directors ...
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Women’s March Minnesota @womensmarchmn.bsky.social · 9d
Initial crowd estimate of No Kings Twin Cities at 100,000-150,000 people! Way to show up for Democracy!! We filled the park, and the streets!

#NoKings #NoKingsTwinCities

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League of Women Voters Anoka, Blaine, Coon Rapids Area @lwvabcmn.bsky.social · 10d
In all 3 previous 2025 special elections, members were sworn in the day after their election. Congresswoman-elect Grijalva has been waiting for over 2 weeks. Delaying the swearing in of Congresswoman-elect Grijalva, denies representation for over 800,000 Arizonans. 

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League Urges Speaker to Swear In Congresswoman-elect Grijalva | League of Women Voters
The League of Women Voters sent a letter to Speaker Mike Johnson urging him to swear in Congresswoman-elect Adelita Grijalva (AZ-7).
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League of Women Voters Anoka, Blaine, Coon Rapids Area @lwvabcmn.bsky.social · 10d
On October 13, 2025, LWV ABC presented Anoka County Elections Director with our Friend of League Award in recognition of his outstanding service in preserving our democracy by providing voters with safe, secure and accurate elections.
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League of Women Voters Anoka, Blaine, Coon Rapids Area @lwvabcmn.bsky.social · 10d
On Oct 13, Anoka County Commissioners Gamache, Jeppson, Meisner and Schulte joined us for to discuss the new jail, mental health, human services and appointments. Watch this video and other Spotlight videos on our website at my.lwv.org/minnesota/an...

Thanks to QCTV for taping the event.
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League of Women Voters Anoka, Blaine, Coon Rapids Area @lwvabcmn.bsky.social · 10d
“Slave labor is a primary driver of recidivism — if we were paid fairly when we were locked up, we’d have financial stability when we got out. According to a study published in Criminology and Public Policy, people with secure finances on release from prison are 4.6 times less likely to reoffend.”
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League of Women Voters Anoka, Blaine, Coon Rapids Area @lwvabcmn.bsky.social · 10d
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Over 280 school board members ask state to 'comply with Title IX'
More than 280 school board members across Minnesota — including six in Anoka County — have signed a letter asking state leaders to “comply with Title IX.”
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League of Women Voters Anoka, Blaine, Coon Rapids Area @lwvabcmn.bsky.social · 13d
The Department of Justice’s attempt to seize voter data threatens not only voter privacy, but could undermine the public’s trust in fair, nonpartisan election administration, and suppress voters from engaging in elections. www.lwv.org/newsroom/pre...
Minnesota Civil Rights Groups, Two Minnesota Voters File Motion to Block DOJ from Seizing Voter Data | League of Women Voters
The League of Women Voters of Minnesota, Common Cause, and two Minnesota voters filed a motion to intervene in United States of America v. Simon. This lawsuit was brought by the Department of Justice ...
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League of Women Voters Anoka, Blaine, Coon Rapids Area @lwvabcmn.bsky.social · 15d
The Minnesota Capitol's Tribal Flag Plaza displays the flags of the 11 sovereign tribal nations sharing land with the state of Minnesota - a lasting place of recognition, respect, and acknowledgment of the government-to-government relationships
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League of Women Voters Anoka, Blaine, Coon Rapids Area @lwvabcmn.bsky.social · 16d
Every voter deserves confidence that their information is secure and will not be used for political retribution. In 2024, thousands of qualified Pennsylvanians, were subjected to bogus voter challenges based on the misuse of voter data

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Voters, Civil Rights Groups Seek to Halt DOJ Attempts to Seize Pennsylvania Voter Data | League of Women Voters
The League of Women Voters of Pennsylvania, Common Cause, and seven Pennsylvania voters announced their move to intervene in United States v. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, a lawsuit the Department of ...
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