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Thank you to Senate Democrats, Kentucky's Rand Paul and the other 6 Republicans who blocked the DHS bill today. We have a long fight in front of us, but this is a start and a win!
January 29, 2026 at 6:32 PM
URGENT: THE VOTE IS EXPECTED TODAY. 📞 202-224-3121

Americans shot dead. Children kidnapped. People tortured.

We can’t allow our taxes to be used to terrorize us and our neighbors.

#nomoneyformurderers
January 29, 2026 at 1:56 PM
Our friends at the League of Women Voters are hosting a Zoom event this Thursday to talk about how they’re actively protecting democracy, and how we all can, too.
This is important, practical, and timely.
Thursday night via Zoom
January 29, 2026 at 3:05 AM
Community is everything! substack.com/@terileigh/n...
January 28, 2026 at 11:05 PM
“RIGHT NOW Members of Congress are about to vote on a bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security for the rest of 2026 that will increase funding, expand ICE detention, and does nothing to rein in the cruelty, chaos, and unchecked militarization in our communities.
📞 CALL 347-514-6400 NOW!”
January 27, 2026 at 11:42 PM
Let’s channel our anger into action! open.substack.com/pub/leonawal...
January 27, 2026 at 6:11 PM
Latest Newsletter just dropped and includes concrete actions you can take to support folks in Minneapolis and help our community in Louisville prepare in the event we find ourselves in a similar position.
Read it here: app.robly.com/archive...
Together we’re stronger. Let’s show up for each other.
January 26, 2026 at 10:09 PM
We are sad, appalled, and FURIOUS. We stand with the citizens of Minneapolis. In today's newsletter, you'll find 5 things we can all do right now.
app.robly.com/archive?id=d...
We’ll share more as we learn how else we can help.
January 24, 2026 at 11:22 PM
Today! Join us on the bridge!
January 23, 2026 at 3:16 PM
TOMORROW, 5–6 PM - POPUP BRIDGE BRIGADE
Show up in solidarity with Minnesotans who are standing up to ICE brutality. We’re joining a 120-city rally to make it clear: we refuse to stay silent. This is a peaceful action to remind people that our communities deserve safety.
Seneca Park overpass on I-64
January 23, 2026 at 2:46 AM
TONIGHT’S THE NIGHT.
Meet Up for Democracy is happening tonight and you’re invited.
Bring a friend, meet new people, make stuff, take action, and actually have some fun doing it.
Low pressure. Good people. Real community.
6:30–8 PM • Locals Food Hub and Pizza Pub
Can't wait to see you.
January 21, 2026 at 7:54 PM
TOMORROW: MEET UP FOR DEMOCRACY
6:30–8 PM • Locals Pizza Hub
We’ll be writing postcards to voters, making rally signs, and reminding each other that democracy is something we build together.
Come for 20 minutes or stay the whole time. Bring a friend. You belong here.
January 20, 2026 at 2:44 PM
What a show of strength on the bridge last Saturday. 80+ people showed up to say no more to ICE’s cruel practices. Honks, waves, solidarity; it was truly a bridge of connection, not fear.
Watch our socials for the next Bridge Brigade date. See you Wednesday at the Meet Up for Democracy!
January 19, 2026 at 4:00 PM
"After the extraordinary pushback on President Donald J. Trump’s bizarre demand for Greenland, he has responded with what economist Paul Krugman called 'a howl of frustration on the part of a mad dictator who has just realized that he can’t send in the Marines.’”
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
Trump threatens 25% tariff on European allies until Denmark sells Greenland to US
Heads of state across Europe respond in solidarity with Denmark and Greenland, and boycott of World Cup suggested
www.theguardian.com
January 18, 2026 at 3:04 PM
The newest edition of Sharp Objects Newsletter is out today.
We’re calling out the lies, naming the violence, and refusing to look away. From Minneapolis to Kentucky, we break down what’s happening, why it matters, and exactly how to take action right now.
app.robly.com/archive?id=9...
January 16, 2026 at 8:57 PM
Spot on!! Join us to protest the cruelty of ICE this Saturday, January 17 at noon and Wednesday, January 21 at 6:30 p.m.
This has been the plan all along.
- Foment violence and chaos in the streets of MN
- Implement the Insurrection Act
- Declare Martial Law
- Suspend elections
January 15, 2026 at 8:06 PM
Over the last year, we've learned that being together is the only way we’re going to get through this.
We’re teaming up with 50501 and Indivisible for a welcoming meet-up – an easy way to channel what you’re feeling into action, and to remind yourself you’re not alone.
Jan 21 - 6 pm @ Locals.
January 14, 2026 at 10:43 PM
Hyperlocal and highly visible! The goal is to disrupt passersbys' "veneer of normalcy. . .People only act accordingly when they’re constantly faced with the fact that there’s a huge problem.” - Dana Glazer (National Visibility Brigade)
Join us 1/20 at noon!
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
Hyperlocal and highly visible: the power of freeway overpass protests amid Trump 2.0
Since Trump retook office, protesters across the US are sending messages that are hard for drivers to miss
www.theguardian.com
January 13, 2026 at 11:51 PM
Now is the time to stand up and stand together.
We’ll be back on the bridge this Saturday, January 17 for another Bridge Brigade. Bring your friends, bring your voice.
If you’ve been waiting for the right moment, this is it. There’s power in showing up together.
#visibilitybrigade #sharpobjects502
January 12, 2026 at 12:39 PM
POP-UP RALLY TOMORROW
We're linking arms for a pop-up rally to make one thing crystal clear: we want ICE out.
Bring a sign, bring a friend, bring your courage, and come stand in community.
Tomorrow, Saturday, January 10
2-3 pm
Belvedere - 141 N 6th Street
#ICEOut #SharpObjects502 #VisibilityBrigade
January 9, 2026 at 9:41 PM
POP-UP BRIDGE BRIGADE
Tomorrow (Thursday, January 8th) | 5-5:30 PM
Today's ICE shooting/murder in Minneapolis was senseless. We are calling an emergency bridge brigade to be together and make the truth visible:
ICE MURDERS
Come as you are. We will take care of one another.
January 8, 2026 at 1:14 AM
The 10-day forecast is calling for sunshine, the perfect backdrop to show up, stand together, and remind our neighbors that democracy is worth defending.
Bridge Brigade
Saturday, January 17
12–1 PM
Seneca Park I-64 Overpass (Pee Wee Reese Road)
Bring a sign, bring a friend, bring your voice.
January 7, 2026 at 7:39 PM
We're back at it and joining brigades across the country to stand together on the anniversary of the insurrection at the Capitol building in DC.
Tuesday, 1/6 from 8-9 am
Seneca Park I-64 Overpass
Meet at 7:45 at the basketball courts.
All are welcome. Especially if you’re in costume.
January 5, 2026 at 12:05 PM
Reminder! Warmer weather is rolling in and we're taking advantage with a special Saturday Bridge Brigade. Forecast says 50º at NOON, so bring a friend, your cheering voice and that Sharp Objects energy. We promise it's the best way to spend an hour on 12/20!
#visibilitybrigade #sharpobjects502
December 17, 2025 at 10:46 PM
🎶 It’s beginning to look a lot like progress
Everywhere we go…
With our Brigade in the 37th,
Clemons is ready to go! 🎶
We are moving forward — one brigade at a time.
37th district: Early voting starts 12/11 or in person 12/16.
#VisibilityBrigade #SharpObjects #ClemonsForSenate #37thDistrict
December 10, 2025 at 5:52 PM