UPCOMING EVENTS COVERED IN THIS WEEK’S NEWSLETTER
DATE & TIME | EVENT & LOCATION |
|---|---|
November 18 @ 4 PM | Rush Hour Resistance visibility event by Lake Superior Region Indivisible in the Marquette area. |
November 18 @ 6 PM | Baraga County Dems monthly meeeting |
November 19 @ 7 PM | What is a Democratic Precinct Chair? - Virtual Training by the NDTC |
November 20 @ 6:15 PM | Bridge the Gap Tour Stop by Rank MI Vote |
November 22 @ 10 AM | Hunger Doesn’t Take a Holiday Food Drive by Keweenaw Indivisible |
December 2 @ 1 PM | So You Want to Run for Office? Virtual Training by the NDTC |
December 3 @ 6 PM | |
December 4 @ 6 PM | Writer-Activists Monthly Letter-to-the-Editor Workshop by Voters Not Politicians |
Events featured in our newsletter can also be found on the Events Calendar on the main page of our website.
BARAGA DEMS MONTHLY MEETING
We haven’t highlighted neighboring County Party meetings before but it’s worth mentioning this month’s Baraga County Dems meeting happening this evening at the L’Anse Township Hall at 6 PM.
The HCDP’s Policy and Resolutions Vice Chair Katie LaCosse and Nadija Packauskas are on the agenda to present on the proposal to renovate the Ojibway Correctional Facility into a state psychiatric facility, instead of turning the shuttered property into a detention center for ICE as proposed by Rep. Greg Markkanen (MI House Resolution 151).
You may recall that Katie took us through this discussion at our October meeting, after which a resolution in favor of the proposal was unanimously approved by the members present (See the item in our October 7th newsletter, which includes a link to the resolution.)
HAVE YOU VISITED OUR WEBSITE LATELY?
We’re at https://houghtoncountydems.org
If you haven’t checked out our website lately it’s a good time for a visit. We’ve got a few new resources for you.
CHANGES TO THE MAIN PAGE
First, as noted above, we now have an Events calendar on the main page of our website that’s being updated in line with the events we highlight here in the newsletter. We highlight not just events we sponsor but also those sponsored by other progressively minded groups in our area. We also feature virtual events about important topics for Houghton County Dems and friends.
A couple of other changes to the website include a new header (with an outward focus of photos of our area rather than our past header that focused on all of us), and a cleaner presentation of our latest newsletter, along with a link to subscribe and another link to the newsletter archive.
NEW PAGES
If you look at the menu at the top of the website you’ll see that we’ve also got a few new pages for you. Along with our Resources for Action page that we added at the start of the year, we now have a listing of the 2026 Democratic Primary Candidates that are seeking your vote next November, and a listing of local governments across the county, along with contact information and info on local city, village or township websites, and local council meeting times and locations.
There’s also a direct link from the menu to our newsletter archive. Remember, if you ever miss a newsletter for whatever reason, you can always find it in our archive.
And the archive itself has a new look and feel, thanks to upgrades courtesy of our newsletter services platform.
LET US KNOW WHAT YOU THINK
We’d love to hear your feedback. Are these new pages useful? Is there other information you’d like to see from us? Send your feedback to [email protected].
HOLIDAY CHEER AT THE DECEMBER MEETING
Join us for our Holiday Potluck Party and December monthly meeting at 6 PM Wednesday December 3rd, at the Super 8 in Houghton.
It’s a Potluck Holiday Party - starting at 6 PM. Bring a festive dish to share if you can, or just bring your festive spirit and enjoy some quality time with your fellow Dems before we settle down to business at 7.
You are invited to please bring a contribution - monetary or food - for the Copper Country Angel Mission in Calumet.
Remote attendance is available by Zoom. Click here at 7 PM Wednesday to attend by Zoom.
Membership in the Houghton County Democratic Party is encouraged, but not required, to attend meetings. We welcome all Houghton County residents who support progressive Democratic government to attend our meetings and events and also to become involved.
TWO TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES FROM THE NDTC
Join the National Democratic Training Committee for two online training opportunities aimed at people interested in running for office.
On Wednesday, November 19th from 1-2 PM the NDTC holds a free virtual live training on What is a Democratic Precinct Chair?. Join us to learn the following:
Describe the structure and purpose of local Democratic Parties
Review common positions people hold in local Democratic Parties
Identify key responsibilities of Democratic precinct chairs
Introduce tactics used by local leaders to grow and engage Democratic Party membership
This training is right for you if you aren't currently involved with your local Democratic party but are exploring ways to get involved in Democratic power-building in your community.
THIS IS AN ONLINE TRAINING SESSION. For more information and to enroll CLICK HERE.
On Tuesday, December 2nd from 1-2 PM the NDTC holds a free virtual live training on So You Want to Run for Office. Join us to learn the following:
Understand the steps necessary to run for office
Explain best practices for choosing which office to run for
Identify what support you'll need from your team
Prepare for sharing your decision to run with friends and family
This training is right for you if you're considering a run for elected office but haven't yet made the commitment to run or filed your candidacy.
THIS IS AN ONLINE TRAINING SESSION. For more information and to enroll CLICK HERE.
MARQUETTE COUNTY RUSH HOUR RESISTANCE
The group Lake Superior Region Indivisible (https://lsrindivisible.org/) is continuing their “visibility events”, which they call “Rush Hour Resistance”.
These events take place across three locations: in Marquette at the Iron Ore Heritage Trail Overpass; in Negaunee at Miner's Park; and in Ishpeming on the US41/Lakeshore Drive Roundabout.
If you’re willing to travel, or know someone in the greater Marquette area who’d like to participate, you can get more information and RSVP by clicking the button below.
WHEN: Tuesday November 18th, 4 PM
WHERE: Across three different locations in Marquette, Negaunee and Ishpeming
BRIDGE THE GAP TOUR STOP
Join Rank MI Vote, the Michigan-based volunteer-run, non-partisan, non-profit organization dedicated to educating the Michigan public about Ranked Choice Voting, as they present the Bridge the Divide Tour to the Houghton community.
From the organizers — “We need to turn down the temperature in our politics and Ranked Choice Voting will bridge the divide. Learn how this simple upgrade to how we vote decreases division and voter frustration and improves representation.”
WHEN: Thursday November 20th, 6:15 PM
WHERE: Portage Lake District Library, 58 Huron St, Houghton, MI 49931
KEWEENAW INDIVISIBLE FOOD DRIVE
There’s another opportunity to show your holiday spirit and your solidarity with those in need this fall. Join with Keweenaw Indivisible to help fight hunger in our community by bringing non-perishable food items to their volunteers in the store entrance at Tadych's Marketplace on Sharon Avenue in Houghton this Saturday November 22nd.
Governmental & Community Meetings
TUE NOV 18
The Laurium Village Council meets tonight at 6 PM in the Council Chambers of the Town Hall. More info can be found on the Village Council's website.
WED NOV 19
The Hancock City Council meets at 6 PM in the Hancock City Hall Council Chambers.
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