Category: DFL In the Know

In the Know: June 10, 2020

Days to the November Election:  146

Resources to Support Our Communities
Need help? Want to help? Twin Cities groups offer resources for folks hurt by riots, Star Tribune
More ways to donate or volunteer in the Twin Cities, Star Tribune
Want to donate? Help clean up? Here are some ideas., Pioneer Press
Avoiding the Second Disaster: How (Not) to Donate During a Crisis, Good360

2020 Election
Live results for the June 9 primaries, Vox
‘Blood in the water’: Dems get unexpected opening against Trump in Iowa, Politico

Agriculture
HUGE FEDERAL PAYMENTS WILL MAKE UP 36% OF FARM INCOME THIS YEAR, Successful Farming
America’s meatpacking facilities operating at 95% capacity, AgDaily
Long Prairie beef processor among latest swept by COVID-19, despite significant prevention, MPR Continue reading “In the Know: June 10, 2020”

In the Know: June 9, 2020

Days to the November Election:  147

Resources to Support our Communities
Need help? Want to help? Twin Cities groups offer resources for folks hurt by riots(Updated),Star Tribune
More ways to donate or volunteer in the Twin Cities, Star Tribune
Want to donate? Help clean up? Here are some ideas., Pioneer Press
Avoiding the Second Disaster: How (Not) to Donate During a Crisis, Good360

COVID-19
Minnesota Department of Health releases data on COVID-19 deaths in long-term care, Star Tribune
The Health 202: WHO says asymptomatic people usually don’t spread coronavirus. Experts doubt that., Washington Post
14 states and Puerto Rico hit highest seven-day average of new coronavirus infections, Washington Post

Governor Tim Walz
Walz tours St. Paul’s damaged University Ave., Duluth News Tribune
Minnesota governor orders moment of silence Tuesday for George Floyd, KBJR
Gov. Tim Walz calls for 8 minutes, 46 seconds of silence today in honor of George Floyd, Star Tribune Continue reading “In the Know: June 9, 2020”

In the Know: June 8, 2020

Days to the November Election:  148

Resources to Support our Communities
Need help? Want to help? Twin Cities groups offer resources for folks hurt by riots(Updated),Star Tribune
More ways to donate or volunteer in the Twin Cities, Star Tribune
Want to donate? Help clean up? Here are some ideas., Pioneer Press
Avoiding the Second Disaster: How (Not) to Donate During a Crisis, Good360

Community Response in the Twin Cities
‘I’m grateful because I didn’t know people cared like that’: south Minneapolis woman on outpouring of support, KSTP
Minneapolis, the city of lakes, becomes the city of murals, MN Reformer
How to Show Up for the Minnesota Community—Even If You Can’t Do It in Person, Twin Cities Geek
Minnesota Sports Community Provides Supplies, Food To Those In Need, WCCO
‘We’re also black’: Communities of color step up fight for justice in wake of George Floyd’s killing, Star Tribune

Attorney General Keith Ellison
Nation reporter discusses Keith Ellison and the charges in Minnesota, The Hill
Transcript: Race in America: A Conversation with Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, Washington Post
Minnesota AG Keith Ellison discusses new charges in George Floyd’s death, NBC Continue reading “In the Know: June 8, 2020”

In the Know: June 5, 2020

Days to the November Election:  151

Resources to Support our Communities
Need help? Want to help? Twin Cities groups offer resources for folks hurt by riots, Star Tribune
Want to donate? Help clean up? Here are some ideas., Pioneer Press
Avoiding the Second Disaster: How (Not) to Donate During a Crisis, Good360

Community Response in the Twin Cities
Faced with racist threats, residents band together, MPR
Minneapolis neighborhood heals after the loss of George Floyd, KARE 11
Minnesota’s Latino Community Uses Art to Show Unity, WCCO

Attorney General Keith Ellison
Four fired Minneapolis police officers charged, booked in killing of George Floyd, Star Tribune
Race in America: A Conversation with Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, Washington Post
Keith Ellison Has Made Sure There Will Be No Business-as-Usual in Minneapolis, Esquire
‘He’s withstood a lot of pressure’: Keith Ellison prepares to take on the George Floyd case, CNN Continue reading “In the Know: June 5, 2020”

In the Know: June 4, 2020

Days to the November Election:  152

Resources to Support our Communities
Need help? Want to help? Twin Cities groups offer resources for folks hurt by riots, Star Tribune
Want to donate? Help clean up? Here are some ideas., Pioneer Press
Avoiding the Second Disaster: How (Not) to Donate During a Crisis, Good360

Community Response in the Twin Cities
Volunteers from all over Minnesota donate food to those in need, Star Tribune
This neighborhood hero used to dance with George Floyd and now she’s making everyone free pupusas, MN Reformer
Helping to get the rebuilding going, MPR
Minneapolis distillery, which started making hand sanitizer after COVID-19, is now a food-donation center, Star Tribune

Attorney General Keith Ellison
Attorney General Keith Ellison upgraded charges against officer who knelt on George Floyd’s neck; charged other 3 involved, Star Tribune
Four takeaways from Ellison’s decision to prosecute the three other ex-MPD officers, add 2nd-degree murder charge against Chauvin, MinnPost Continue reading “In the Know: June 4, 2020”

In the Know: June 3, 2020

Days to the November Election:  153

Resources to Support our Communities
Need help? Want to help? Twin Cities groups offer resources for folks hurt by riots, Star Tribune
Want to donate? Help clean up? Here are some ideas., Pioneer Press
Avoiding the Second Disaster: How (Not) to Donate During a Crisis, Good360

Community Response in the Twin Cities
In Minneapolis, a quiet army of generosity gains strength, Star Tribune
South Minneapolis business owners plan their next move after fires and looting, KSTP
Over $3 Million Raised to Rebuild South Minneapolis Businesses, WJON

Attorney General Keith Ellison
Ellison can help build trust that justice will be served in Floyd case, Star Tribune
Judge blocks sit-down dining at central Minnesota bar chain, Pioneer Press

Governor Tim Walz
Gov. Tim Walz, Minnesota officials talk about state investigation into Minneapolis Police Department, Star Tribune
Minnesota Human Rights Department launches probe into Minneapolis police, Star Tribune
Gov. Tim Walz’s latest Executive Order loosens rules for outdoor dining, Bring Me The News

Minnesota Legislature
Minnesota lawmakers announce police reform legislation following killing of George Floyd, Bring Me the News
Layman won’t seek re-election to legislature, Business North

Minnesota News

Protests in St. Paul take on a peaceful tone at the State Capitol and Ramsey County Courthouse, KSTP
Native American community defends their landmarks, businesses, KARE 11
Thousands gather for peaceful protests across Twin Cities Tuesday, Pioneer Press
Minneapolis Park Board moving to cut ties with Minneapolis police, differentiate uniforms, Star Tribune
Senator Amy Klobuchar
Klobuchar urges Senate to take action following death of George Floyd, KEYC
Sen. Klobuchar calling for reform to “broken” justice system, WDIO

Senator Tina Smith
MN DFL endorses Sen. Tina Smith for re-election, Pioneer Press

U.S. News
Ferguson elects first black mayor in city’s history nearly six years after protests solidified Black Lives Matter movement, CNN
Steve King, House Republican With a History of Racist Remarks, Loses Primary, NY Times
George Floyd live updates: Overnight protests largely peaceful; poll shows most Americans support protests; Minn. police sued, USA Today
Millions Of Americans Skipping Payments As Tidal Wave Of Defaults And Evictions Looms, NPR
Wife of COVID-19 victim John Prine pleads for more mail voting. State panel spikes plan, NBC
With ‘counterfeit ballots’ theory, Barr starts to go over the edge, MSNBC

World News
‘Dangerous:’ Around the World, Police Chokeholds Are Being Scrutinized, Time
Coronavirus: Sweden’s Tegnell admits too many died, BBC
Powerful Cyclone Makes Landfall, NPR
Coronavirus Live Updates: Germany Will Lift E.U. Travel Ban, New York Times
China withheld data on coronavirus from WHO, recordings reveal, The Gaurdian

Upcoming DFL Events

With the rapidly changing COVID-19 situation, we suggest you check with the hosting organization to see if meetings, etc. are being held.

  • June 3
    • 6:30 to 8:30 PM — SD50 DFL Central Committee Meeting, contact them for specifics
    • 7:00 to 9:00 PM — SD33 DFL Central Committee Virtual Meeting, contact them for specifics
  • June 4, 7:00 to 9:00 PM — SD46 DFL Central Committee Meeting, contact them for specifics
  • June 8
    • 7:00 to 9:00 PM — SD44 DFL Central Committee Meeting, contact them for specifics
    • 7:00 to 9:00 PM — SD49 DFL Central Committee Meeting, contact them for specifics
  • June 11
    • 7:00 to 9:00 PM — SD36 DFL Central Committee Meeting, contact them for specifics
    • 7:00 to 9:00 PM — SD46 DFL Virtual Central Committee Meeting, more information will be posted here.
    • 7:00 to 9:00 PM — SD48 Central Committee Meeting, contact them for specifics
  • June 14 — Flag Day
  • June 15, 7:00 to 9:00 PM — Anoka County DFL Meeting, contact them for specifics
  • June 17, 7:00 to 9:00 PM — CD3 DFL Central Committee Meeting, more information as it becomes available.
  • June 20 — Summer Solstice
  • June 21 — Father’s Day
  • June 26 through August 10 — Primary Election Early Voting Window, more information here.

In the Know: June 2, 2020

Days to the November Election:  154

Resources to Support our Communities
Need help? Want to help? Twin Cities groups offer resources for folks hurt by riots, Star Tribune
Want to donate? Help clean up? Here are some ideas., Pioneer Press
Avoiding the Second Disaster: How (Not) to Donate During a Crisis, Good360

Community Response in the Twin Cities
Volunteers flock to Twin Cities neighborhoods to clean up ravaged streets, MPR
Outpouring of donations after looting, fires, KARE 11
St. Cloud Volunteers Deliver Thousands of Donated Diapers to Metro Area, WJON
UMN students show up to help Minneapolis recover, rebuild after protests, MN Daily
A much-needed boost from helpers in Minneapolis, St. Paul, Star Tribune
Minneapolis volunteers clean up streets after Floyd protests,, Al Jazeera

Attorney General Keith Ellison
Keith Ellison’s Entire Career Has Been Building Toward This Moment, Mother Jones
Keith Ellison, lead prosecutor in George Floyd case: “Injustice has been a hallmark of our criminal justice system”, CBS
Into an American Uprising: Keith Ellison on George Floyd’s Death,NBC News

Governor Tim Walz
Gov. Walz Extends Curfew 2 Days, Shortens Nightly Duration, WCCO
Trump calls MN response to protests ‘laughingstock.’ Walz responds, ‘No one’s laughing … we’re in pain.’, Pioneer Press

Minnesota News

Time for Kroll to go — now, Minnesota Reformer
House DFL members legislative response to George Floyd killing, Fox 9
Floyd’s death ruled a homicide; memorial service set for Thursday, MPR
‘We came to riot’: Illinois man livestreamed lighting fires, handing out explosives in Minneapolis, charges say, Star Tribune

U.S. News
How to more safely protest in a pandemic, Vox
Biden: George Floyd’s last words are “a wake-up call for our nation”, Axios

World News
George Floyd Reverberates Globally: Thousands Protest In Germany, U.K., Canada, NPR
Thousands around the world protest George Floyd’s death in global display of solidarity., CNN

Upcoming DFL Events

With the rapidly changing COVID-19 situation, we suggest you check with the hosting organization to see if meetings, etc. are being held.

  • Today — Last for Candidates to Register with Minnesota to Run for City Offices with Possible Primaries, County Offices, Judicial and Legislative Positions
  • June 3
    • 6:30 to 8:30 PM — SD50 DFL Central Committee Meeting, contact them for specifics
    • 7:00 to 9:00 PM — SD33 DFL Central Committee Virtual Meeting, contact them for specifics
  • June 4, 7:00 to 9:00 PM — SD46 DFL Central Committee Meeting, contact them for specifics
  • June 8
    • 7:00 to 9:00 PM — SD44 DFL Central Committee Meeting, contact them for specifics
    • 7:00 to 9:00 PM — SD49 DFL Central Committee Meeting, contact them for specifics
  • June 11
    • 7:00 to 9:00 PM — SD36 DFL Central Committee Meeting, contact them for specifics
    • 7:00 to 9:00 PM — SD46 DFL Virtual Central Committee Meeting, more information will be posted here.
    • 7:00 to 9:00 PM — SD48 Central Committee Meeting, contact them for specifics
  • June 14 — Flag Day
  • June 15, 7:00 to 9:00 PM — Anoka County DFL Meeting, contact them for specifics
  • June 17, 7:00 to 9:00 PM — CD3 DFL Central Committee Meeting, more information as it becomes available.
  • June 20 — Summer Solstice
  • June 21 — Father’s Day
  • June 26 through August 10 — Primary Election Early Voting Window

In the Know: June 1, 2020

Days to the November Election:  155

Resources to Support our Communities
Need help? Want to help? Twin Cities groups offer resources for folks hurt by riots, Star Tribune
Want to donate? Help clean up? Here are some ideas., Pioneer Press
Avoiding the Second Disaster: How (Not) to Donate During a Crisis, Good360

Community Response in the Twin Cities
‘Our Neighbors Are Coming Together’: Communities Receive Overwhelming Amounts Of Food And Supply Donations, WCCO
Donations to businesses destroyed by looters and rioters on Minneapolis’ Lake Street surpass $2M, Star Tribune
Crowd gathers to clean up Minneapolis Target damaged from looting, Fox 9
Pop-up food shelf at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church distributing food to those affected by Minneapolis riots, Fox 9
A Minneapolis middle school requested 85 meal kits for families in need after stores were looted and destroyed. It was overwhelmed by the community’s response., Insider

Attorney General Keith Ellison
Minnesota AG Keith Ellison to take over case in Floyd killing, Star Tribune
Keith Ellison on Police Brutality: ‘We Need a Vision That Says There’s Going to Be Accountability’, The Nation
Minnesota AG Keith Ellison to prosecute George Floyd case; Police Chief Medaria Arradondo calls death a ‘violation of humanity’, USA Today Continue reading “In the Know: June 1, 2020”

In the Know: May 28, 2020

Days to the November Election:  159

2020 Election
New GOP group launches $10 million campaign to get Republicans to vote for Biden over Trump, CNN

Agriculture
BREAKING THE STIGMA OF FARMER SUICIDES, Successful Agriculture

Attorney General Keith Ellison
‘Shocked and horrified’: Walz, Ellison, Flanagan pledge justice for George Floyd, man killed under officer’s knee, Pioneer Press
Flanagan, Ellison urge substantive change in wake of death of George Floyd, KTOE Continue reading “In the Know: May 28, 2020”

In the Know: May 27, 2020

Days to the November Election:  160

2020 Election
Revealed: conservative group fighting to restrict voting tied to powerful dark money network, The Guardian
Former ambassadors condemn efforts to use Ukraine to ‘sow divisions’ in 2020 election,Washington Post
The White House is getting *very* worried about the Senate majority, CNN

Agriculture
88% OF THE U.S. CORN CROP IS SEEDED, BELOW EXPECTATIONS, USDA REPORTS, Successful Farming
GETTING YOUR FOOT IN THE DOOR OF FARMING, Successful Farming

Attorney General Keith Ellison
Keith Ellison on death of George Floyd: This case is shocking because it’s so routine, MSNBC
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison on George Floyd’s death: ‘The idea that things went so wrong so fast is cause for an investigation,’ MSNBC
Minnesota and federal agencies say COVID-19 scams spreading, Star Tribune
 Continue reading “In the Know: May 27, 2020”