Forum: Lessons Learned... Improving Wisconsin's Elections
Speaker: JoAnne Kloppenburg
Recent candidate for the WI Supreme Court, Assistant Attorney General Kloppenburg has been a litigator and prosecutor at the Wisconsin Department of Justice since 1989, serving under Attorneys General from both parties: Don Hanaway, Jim Doyle, Peg Lautenschlager and JB Van Hollen.
Wednesday, September 14
6 PM-6:30 PM cheese & cracker reception (nonalcoholic potluck)
6:30 PM-8 PM, speakers & discussion
Basics Food Cooperative, 1711 Lodge Dr, Janesville, Wisconsin
Sept. 14 - Janesville Forum, Kloppenburg
Sept.12 - Janesville, Coffee w/Rob Zerban
Monday, September 12 · 11:00am - 2:00pm
Location Union Labor Temple
1605 Center Avenue
Janesville, WI
More Info
Everyone is invited for "Coffee with Rob Zerban" Monday September 12 from 11:15 till noon at the Labor Temple.
Couldn't get an appointment with Paul Ryan? This is your opportunity to meet his opponent for 2012--ask questions and share your concerns and priorities with him.
Bring a friend or neighbor and meet for coffee at 11:15 on Monday at the Labor Temple.
Sept. 7 - Drinking Liberally Meeting
The next meeting of the Rock County Progressives will be on Wednesday September 7 at 6:30 PM.
We will be discussing plans for our October forum. I’m thinking maybe we should do one on past and future recalls? Ideas for topics/speakers are welcome, e-mail me at rockcountyprogressives@gmail.com if you have some good suggestions and are unable to make the meeting.
It will be followed by a social gathering At 7:00 PM, “Drinking Liberally.” This is a national organization with chapters in Madison & Milwaukee. While it is sponsored by RCP, it is not affiliated.
Location: Fins in Newville: Fins Bar and Grill | 723 Ellendale Road, Edgerton, WI 53534 | 608.884.0346
"Drinking liberally" doesn't mean a lot or necessarily alcohol :-).
We are being a bit more organized this fall, all of our meetings/socials will be held on the 1st Wednesday of each month, and the forums will be the 2nd Wednesday.
Hope to see you there!
Chuck
Sept. 3rd - West Allis Counter-Hate
Neo-Nazis are planning a rally in West Allis on Sept. 3, hoping to capitalize on a racially charged incident that took place recently at the Wisconsin State Fair.
In response, the people of West Allis and Milwaukee are organizing a massive counter-rally to reject the Nazi message of racism and hate. Wisconsin Network for Peace and Justice has arranged for buses from Madison to West Allis. Bus fare is $15, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds. Call 608-250-9240 to reserve your seat.
Event Date:
09/03/11
COUNTER-HATE DEMONSTRATION
Peace Action is in process of working out with dozens of organizations to counter a Nazi rally that is taking place at City Hall in West Allis on Sept. 3 at 2:00pm. We will be hosting a press conference at 12:00pm with community allies and Mayor Dan Devine of West Allies, location TBA. We will also be demonstrating beginning at 1:00pm in West Allis, further details forthcoming. Please contact dan@peaceactionwi.org or call 414-964-5158 to get involved.
Sept. 1st - Ryan's Office Speak-Out!
Soup Kitchen and Speak-Out!
Thursday, September 1 · 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Location
US Congressman Paul Ryan's Janesville Office
20 S. Main Street
Janesville, WI
Please Join Nurses for a Soup Kitchen and Speak-Out!
Buses Leaving from Madison:
3:30pm: Memorial Union; 4pm: GEF Bldg (King + Webster St)
We'll bring a much needed dose of reality to US Congressman Paul Ryan, while feeding the people that Wall Street and its political lackeys have devastated and turned their backs on.
Tell Congressman Ryan “Where It Hurts” in Janesville!
While Wall Street banks got bailed out of the financial crisis that THEY caused, Main Street towns like Janesville are suffering!
Deep cuts in social services, further corporate tax-breaks and schemes to privatize Medicare and Social Security will only result in the further devastation of Main Street.
Urge US Congressman Paul Ryan to support a Tax on Wall St. to bring quality jobs, housing, healthcare and education back to Main Street!
Buses Leaving from Madison:
3:30pm: Memorial Union
4pm: GEF Bldg (King + Webster St)
(Returning approx. 8pm)
Please call Jan at 510-757-5925 to save a seat on the bus, or for endorsements or questions.
Aug.25 - Madison, Workers Unite!
Time Thursday, August 25 · 4:30pm - 6:00pm
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Location Library Mall up State Street to Capitol steps
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Created By J Eric Cobb
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On this day Wisconsin State Employees will receive up to a 13% pay cut courtesy of Gov. Walker. This pay cut does not just impact state workers, but all Wisconsinites.
The Economic Policy Institute estimates that wage reductions implemented by Act 10 will cost the state nearly $1 billion in economic activity. Walker and his cronies demand wage cuts for workers while offering massive handouts to corporations and the super-wealthy.
Sign Up to Join this rally and read more here.
Peoples Rights Campaign
Aug. 15 - Recall Lawn Party JVL
MON AUG 15, 5-8 pm: RELAX AND RECALL LAWN PARTY!!!
*BRING A CELL PHONE, LAWN CHAIR, COLD DRINK AND SNACK TO
SHARE!
Meet at 515 St. Lawrence Ave, Janesville. Home of Cathy Aubrecht
Vivian Creekmore
Aug.10 - RCP 2nd Annual Gathering
... the disaster continues despite being largely ignored by the national media.
We also celebrate the rich cultural and natural heritage of the Gulf region.
Speakers:
Neil Dupree, retired pastor, First Christian Church, Janesville
Holly Denning, UWW sociology & race/ethnic studies
and YOU... come prepared to share your recollections, reflections and feelings about New Orleans & the Gulf.
4pm-9pm... 6pm potluck PICNIC, 7pm Speakers
Wednesday, August 10, Riverside Park, North Pavilion
2200 Parkside Dr., Janesville
Going north on N Washington St (Rte 14) turn right at Golf Course Rd (park entrance), right at Edge Hill Drive, left at Riverside Park Rd, follow river north to end of park.
Event Facebook
Flyer
rockcountyprogressives@gmail.com
July 28, Ft.Atkinson Walker Reception
As reported at Lost Comtinent:
A reception awaits Gov. Walker in Fort Atkinson on July 28th, where he is scheduled to dedicate a building used to improve the lot of the disabled, a group he is normally attempting to render even more destitute through his policies. Anyone interested in unwelcoming the governor can do so starting around 5:00 PM at 100 East Cramer in Fort Atkinson. His Highness is scheduled to speak at 7:00PM
July 27 - Edgerton, Drinking Liberally
We will be gathering socially at Fin's in Edgerton at 7 PM, Wednesday July 27, to organize a local chapter of “drinking liberally,” hope to see you there. Living Liberally
We will be having a picnic Wednesday, August 10, second annual celebration of the Gulf of Mexico (the first was after the BP spill), stay tuned for details.
Chuck (Rock County Progressives)
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