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No one should be forced to suffer in silence. We stand with every brave person who has come forward to share their story.

STOP the SAVE Act: the anti-voter law would require voters to show a passport or birth certificate to register to vote, but 21 million American citizens don’t have those documents readily available. Call your senators: bit.ly/4srDVLB

SO PROUD of the incredible @WNBA players & @TheWNBPA leadership who fought tooth & nail for every dollar they deserve. As a lifelong sports fan & former employee of the @WashMystics (fun fact!) this contract is HUGE. Pay us what you owe us…and then some! nytimes.com/athletic/71139…

From Philadelphia and Erie City to Easton and Allegheny County, our members across PA are stepping up and taking bold action to protect their immigrant communities from ICE 👏 penncapital-star.com/civil-rights-s…

SCOTUS temporarily blocked the Trump Admin’s efforts to strip away safeguards from Syrians and Haitians who bravely moved here to seek a safer life. We all need to demand better for our neighbors. cbsnews.com/news/supreme-c…

Grocery prices keep rising, and in too many communities, private grocery stores have compounded the problem by shutting their doors, taking access to fresh food away, and leaving residents with fewer options at even higher costs. Can cities build their own alternatives? Some local governments think so. From municipally owned stores to cooperatives to public-private partnerships, cities are exploring what it looks like to treat grocery access as a public good. On March 19, Economic Security Illinois Director of Policy & Advocacy Erion Malasi will join @LocalProgress for a conversation on how cities can design real, workable grocery alternatives that make groceries more affordable. The discussion will explore different public and community-anchored grocery models and the policy decisions that determine their success. 📅 March 19 | 1 PM CT (11 AM PT / 2 PM ET) Register to join here: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

Local Progress will be at SXSW this year! Join us and some of our incredible member leaders on 3/18 for an impactful conversation on how local governments are fighting back against federal tyranny. Check out the session description 👇 for more. bit.ly/4lq46zR

A growing number of jurisdictions are adopting "ICE-free zones." These are land-use and administrative policies that limit ICE and other federal agencies from conducting federal immigration enforcement operations on city- or country-owned property. vera.org/news-spotlight…

Communities in the Twin Cities are still feeling the economic impact of the ICE surge this January. But thanks to swift action and $1.4 million in new funding, thousands of families will get the help they need to stay in their homes. Read more 👇 bit.ly/4lj6V5u

Introducing our new board member, Antony Dugdale, State & Local Political Director at UNITE HERE International Union! With his background in organizing, communications, corporate research, & politics, we are so excited to have his leadership and vision to build a more just world.

Just last week, the Spokane City Council took real steps to limit ICE's ability to operate on public property. While federal directives send ICE to terrorize our communities, local leaders are stepping up to protect our immigrant neighbors. Read more 👇 bit.ly/4aYX95c

Kristi Noem's departure is a victory for the dozens of communities harmed by her violent directives. From Minneapolis to LA, it was immigrant communities, everyday people, and local officials, including our membership, who built the pressure to ensure she was toppled.

When FIFA comes to town, our communities often pay the price. For the World Cup to live up to its name, LP members @NicForPhilly, @kendraforphilly, @TeresaCMosqueda, and @JackieFielder_ are demanding that FIFA upholds human rights commitments.

While the federal government harasses our immigrant neighbors in Minneapolis, the City Council just earmarked half a million dollars for expanded legal services. As these federal attacks continue, local leaders are stepping up to defend our communities bit.ly/3OWkPyr

Every immigrant New Yorkers deserves legal representation. ⚖️🗽 Let's pass the Access to Representation Act now! 📱Take action: nyic.me/ara #AccesstoRepresentationAct #ARA

Our hearts go out to @CMZoQadri and all of Austin after this weekend’s tragic shooting. While right-wing pundits are trying to push division, CM Qadri is laser-focused on centering the healing and public safety solutions that Austin needs in this moment. bit.ly/4rb143E

Only 129 days left until we meet in Baltimore for the Local Progress National Convening! And only a few hours left to take advantage of early bird registration prices. Check your email for the link to register by 11:59 PM Pacific Time TODAY to take advantage of the discount!

This case, brought by defendants such as Delishia Porterfield and representing attorneys like @JLPreptit, was led by powerful Local Progress members who dared to defy the state legislature. This case shows that when local officials stand united, there’s nothing they can't do.

When the TN legislature voted to criminalize local officials for approving sanctuary policies, LP members used every tool at their disposal to fight back. Last week, a legal settlement was reached to end this unconstitutional policy once and for all. bit.ly/3PaB5Mh

Denver is about to have a moratorium on data centers. Mayor Mike Johnston and members of City Council are filing a moratorium that is expected to last several months. During that time the city will review and strengthen regulations around data centers.