Resources
ICE
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)continues to pursue immigration enforcement activities in Wisconsin.
Arrest Totals: Federal agents arrested 57 people between June 29, 2026 and July 1,2026 following an initial sweep of 39 arrests in the Milwaukee and Madison suburban areas in late June.(Wisconsin Examiner)
Download the 5 Calls app and contact legislators. Messaging has been updated as of 1/24: Stop ICE's aggressive attacks on citizens and immigrants.
To access real-time tracking system documenting ICE's deceptive and aggressive enforcement tactics across the United States, visit the ICE Tracker (scroll to the bottom of the page for a map of recent ICE activity).
Prices
Discover how prices and rates during Trump’s presidency compare to those under Biden’s, shedding light on the impact of Trump-era economic policies and other factors on everyday expenses.
Other Resources
RECOMMENDED READING
Book: This is the Plan: How to End America’s Meltdown and Save Democracy. (July 2026) by Ben Wikler.
The former DPW Chair distills lessons from the front lines in America’s most closely divided state to map out a comprehensive plan to dictator-proof American government, defeat MAGA at every level of the ballot, and build a future of democracy, opportunity, and freedom for all. Drawing on decades of organizing, from local races to presidential showdowns, Wikler explores the hidden structures of power that shape our politics and our lives, and takes us into the art and science of winning elections. As he details a people-powered path out of the political wilderness, Wikler reveals what you personally can do to move the needle. This Is the Plan reveals, year by year and step by step, a vision not only to end America’s collapse into authoritarianism but also to reconnect us to our neighbors―and, fighting side by side for democracy, to build meaning, community, and joy.
The Barn Owl is a weekly news resource written by Ben Broadman, a country doctor In Wisconsin, who is trying to open a progressive conversations in rural areas. He publishes 400-word essays weekly in language we all understand. BARN OWL is a paid ad in rural papers and shoppers, breaking the local media bubble with more to know and consider. It is possible to pay local newspapers to run his weekly essays as ads. Ben's articles will be shared weekly in this newsletter.
This week 's essay from The Barn Owl: Project 2025
Click here to subscribe to the The Barn Owl's Substack (which helps his subscription numbers).
Tools developed by the Clean Economy Coalition of Wisconsin for tracking and/or taking action on proposed data centers: PoweredByWho: tracking and mapping tool for data centers that includes money, legislative, lobbyist, projects, and canceled projects. UtilityProfitTracker: an easy-to-use electric bill calculator that estimates how much of a customer’s monthly power bill goes directly toward corporate profits
The national Indivisible has a guidebook for strategies and tips for fighting back.
Card Campaign for Democracy – Join the fight for Democracy and against misinformation by printing and distributing cards that succinctly provide “the facts” on issues like social security, voting rights, constitutional rights, Medicaid, the SAVE Act, etc. Printable cards are downloadable from the website.
A good resource for knowing what precautions to take before, during, and after attending a protest is available from the Electronic Frontier Foundation. Their Surveillance Self Defense Guide provides instructions for setting up your phone, or using a prepaid, disposable phone, dressing for anonymity and safety, taking photos and videos and many other technical preparations.
Unidos MN —Unidos MN is a grassroots organization that builds power with Minnesota's working families to advance social, racial, and economic justice for all. Born from the strength of the DREAMER movement, we place immigration, education, and climate justice at the heart of our work. As an intersectional and intergenerational organization led by women and multiracial communities, we unite people from all backgrounds to fight for a future where everyone can thrive —no exceptions.
Civic Media – Progressive news to inform progressive minds. Regular listeners highly recommend this program:
Amicus: A Law Review with Jim Santelle on Saturdays from 9 – 11 a.m. Get solid, factual information (not the hype) from a Wisconsin attorney.
WPEN – Keep up to date on the advocacy work of the Wisconsin Public Education Network.
School Funding Facts – Tracking Federal Funding: The Effect on Wisconsin | Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
Goods Unite Us – This website and app allows users to search brands to see which political party the company and/or its top level employees support with campaign donations. If corporations have a constitutional right to political speech, consumers have a right to hear what they’re saying.
Democrats Abroad – Check out what democracy advocates are doing throughout the world.
Substacks : Joyce Vance - Civil Discourse; Heather Cox Richardson - Letters from an American
Menomonie News Net – An online newsletter with the goals of filling in the gaps in local news, promoting citizen journalism and supporting existing news sources