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Local Progress

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Local Progress

@LocalProgress

We are local elected officials fighting for racial and economic justice. We build power with community to reshape what's possible in our localities.

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Joined November 2012

Local Progress
@LocalProgress
Jun 7, 2020
Today, #Minneapolis City Council members formally announced their commitment to end the MPD and create a new transformative model of public safety. This is historic. Thank you to the community and grassroots groups that have been leading this work for decades.
Local Progress
@LocalProgress
Jun 7, 2020
Today, #Minneapolis City Council members formally announced their commitment to end the MPD and create a new transformative model of public safety. Here is their statement:
Local Progress
@LocalProgress
Jan 5, 2024
Today, 190+ local elected officials across the country released an open letter to the Biden-Harris admin & Congress calling for a ceasefire. #CeasefireNOW FULL LETTER: localprog.org/CeasefireNow
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Local Progress
@LocalProgress
Nov 30, 2017
Oakland has formally banned the city from contracting with any companies that build the border wall! Putting its money where its values are!
Oakland ordinance bans city from doing business with border wall contractors
From eastbaytimes.com
Local Progress
@LocalProgress
Jun 11, 2020
Replying to @LocalProgress
"For those who want to maintain law & order: the murder of George Floyd was disorder... We need something better," says @jeremiah4north "In #Minneapolis, we're looking to start anew. We're asking ourselves if the police are the right mechanism to create safety in our city."
Local Progress
@LocalProgress
Nov 2, 2023
"Speaking alone my voice is weak. But when we come together, our voices echo so loud." -- Ady Barkan ❤️
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Local Progress
@LocalProgress
Mar 4, 2020
This is tonight! Localities across the country like Detroit, Seattle, Philadelphia, and Tampa have all passed resolutions in support of #MedicareForAll. Tune in at 8pm ET to hear from @RashidaTlaib and @AbdulElSayed about how your community can join this effort
Public Citizen
@Public_Citizen
Mar 2, 2020
The millions of Americans suffering from our cruel, wildly expensive for-profit health care system need immediate action. This Wednesday at 8 pm ET: @RashidaTlaib & @AbdulElSayed join us to talk about the grassroots fight for #MedicareForAll. Sign up: medicare4allresolutions.org/thank-you-for-…
Local Progress
@LocalProgress
Apr 12, 2021
Remove police from traffic enforcement. Remove police from traffic enforcement. Remove police from traffic enforcement. Remove police from traffic enforcement. Remove police from traffic enforcement. Remove police from traffic enforcement.
Samuel Sinyangwe
@samswey
Apr 12, 2021
The majority of people killed by police in America are killed in response to mental health calls, traffic infractions and other low-level offenses. Police killed 121 people during traffic stops alone last year.
Local Progress
@LocalProgress
Aug 8, 2019
This is what happens when @RashidaTlaib gives an incredible thoughtful speech at #LP2019 and everyone tries to take a selfie a the same time 😂
Local Progress
@LocalProgress
Dec 13, 2017
RIGHT NOW: Local Progress leaders @AdyBarkan @bradlander Sarah Johnson arrested protesting the #GOPTaxBill #ListenToAdy #VoteYourValues
Local Progress
@LocalProgress
Mar 11, 2020
We are encouraging all local elected officials to: 1) Advance paid leave, however you can 2) Pass a moratorium on evictions + utility shutoffs 3) Ensure the response protects those most vulnerable in a public health emergency Find this and much more at ⤵️ localprogress.org/coronavirus
Local Progress
@LocalProgress
Jan 6, 2024
UPDATE: 250+ local elected officials across the country have now signed on. #CeasefireNOW
Local Progress
@LocalProgress
Jan 5, 2024
Today, 190+ local elected officials across the country released an open letter to the Biden-Harris admin & Congress calling for a ceasefire. #CeasefireNOW FULL LETTER: localprog.org/CeasefireNow
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Local Progress
@LocalProgress
Jul 27, 2019
“This is #OURTIME ... Much of the change didn’t happen in the walls of congress, it was and it MUST still be #WETHEPEOPLE ... This is a remarkable time in our country.. A time where silence and inaction are condemning the oppression of communities of color. @RashidaTlaib ‼️
Local Progress
@LocalProgress
Jan 9, 2024
UPDATE: 329 local elected officials have now signed on. The message is clear: #CeasefireNOW We're proud to stand together and join the chorus across the country calling for peace. 📝:
Local Progress
@LocalProgress
Jan 5, 2024
Today, 190+ local elected officials across the country released an open letter to the Biden-Harris admin & Congress calling for a ceasefire. #CeasefireNOW FULL LETTER: localprog.org/CeasefireNow
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LP Sign-on Letter for Durable Ceasefire
January 9, 2024 President Joseph R. Biden The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue Washington, DC 20500 Dear President Biden, Vice President Harris, and Members of Congress: As local elected offici...
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