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
DFL News
Jobs should not be used as a political bargaining chip, St. Cloud Times
Governor Tim Walz
Walz announces ‘phase 3’ for reopening Minnesota, KARE 11
Transcript shows Gov. Tim Walz defusing Trump following Minneapolis protests, Star Tribune
Gov. Tim Walz visits places hit by looting and vandalism, Star Tribune
Minnesota News
Marny Xiong, St. Paul School Board Chairwoman, dies of COVID-19 at 31, KARE 11
Marches and rallies continue across Minnesota, calling for justice for George Floyd, MPR
Minneapolis City Council Members Announce Intent To Defund, Dismantle MPD, WCCO
This Minnesota journalist says there’s something important the media is missing about protests, CNN
Representative Collin Peterson (CD7)
Peterson Pushes EPA to Help Allow Farmers to Use Previously Purchased Dicamba Products, Red Lake Nation
Representative Dean Phillips (CD3)
Trump signs Dean Phillips-sponsored update of forgivable loans for small businesses, Star Triune
Representative Ilhan Omar (CD5)
Protesters, Activists Discuss Ongoing Protests Against Police Violence, NPR
Senator Tina Smith
Thune, Smith Introduce Bill to Allow Emergency Haying and Grazing on CRP Acres, Tri-State Livestock News
U.S. News
Déjà Vu For Millennials Staring At The 2nd Recession Of Their Adult Lives, NPR
Democrats are set to propose new police procedures and accountability rules, CNBC
Research Shows Students Falling Months Behind During Virus Disruptions, New York Times
World News
New Zealand lifts all Covid restrictions, declaring the nation virus-free, BBC
Protesters tear down statue of slave trader as anti-racism demonstrations take place worldwide, CNN
China and India Move to Defuse Tensions After Clashes in the Himalayas, New York Times
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 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 — POSTPONED, CD3 DFL Central Committee Meeting, meeting location not allowing meetings, Zoom meeting being organized for next week. We will post more information as it comes together
- June 20 — Summer Solstice
- June 21 — Father’s Day
- June 26 through August 10 — Primary Election Early Voting Window, more information here.