X

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.
Data and Research Manager: