Hello IndiMarin volunteers,
Our newsletter today is dedicated to our fabulous phone team who were part of a national effort to help turn Wisconsin blue! And they did!
This Tuesday, Wisconsinites went to the polls in local elections all over the state.
The good news is that, although the GOP sought a statewide wave in local elections, the combined efforts of thousands of Democrats, unions, grassroots and independent organizations, and volunteers were able to beat back the red tide. In a local elections program of unprecedented scale, the Democratic Party of Wisconsin directly supported 276 local candidates, and won in 147 of the races—a win rate of 53%.
The IndiMarin phone team volunteers led by our fabulous Co-leaders Betty von Glahn and Amy Cole, and supported by our wonderful mentors - Susan McCarthy, Jane McClure, David Porter, Neal Sapper, Angela Benson, and Anne Sunderland spent over 68 hours on the phone and together they contributed to nearly 3,000 vote contacts. Given that some races are won or lost by mere hundreds of votes, each voter contact makes a big difference!
What's impressive about this effort is that these volunteers are stepping up EARLY in this crucial election year, and doing what is needed, even if in a state we don't often think much about. To win this year, this level of early engagement and consistent action is what is needed by all Democrats.
In a memo to supporters from Ben Wikler, chair of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin, "None of this would have been possible without the enormous support that the party received this spring, without the work of outstanding partner and allied organizations, and without the thousands of volunteers who knocked doors and made phone calls in every corner of the state. For all the roles you played, I and our entire team are deeply grateful. Because of you, we are now ready to dive into the next phase of the fight for democracy in Wisconsin and nationwide: reelecting Governor Evers, defeating Ron Johnson, and electing Democrats up and down the ballot in November.
KUDOS TO THE INDIMARIN PHONE TEAM!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
MARIN - ANNOUNCING - Our first Action Sunday of 2022 on April 24 from 4 - 5:30 PM
Join IndiMarin for a casual and social afternoon of action to help Dems win in November and keep our trifecta in Washington! Refreshments will be served. Options for action include include writing, phoning and texting voters in competitive districts and/or states. Newbies welcome! If you are interested in learning to phone or text voters, we'll pair you with an experienced volunteer to observe as a first step in your learning process, or it's easy to get started with writing postcards. SIGN UP HERE.
FROM ANYWHERE - Phonebank for a Blue Wisconsin - Saturdays from 10 - 11:30 AM PT
Wisconsin is a key battleground state to retain the House and Senate! We are calling likely Democratic voters to encourage them to send in their absentee ballots and to provide information on how to do so. If you have been reluctant to join a phone bank, this is an excellent opportunity for first timers. Training is available at the beginning of each session. Technical support and camaraderie are available throughout! SIGN UP HERE.
FROM ANYWHERE - Write postcards to House districts - Many options for participation!
Whether you want to write in a group or on your own, IndiMarin's postcard program offers something for everyone! For all details and links to sign up, VISIT OUR WRITING WEBPAGE.
MARIN - ANNOUNCING - Our first group canvass event on Saturday, April 16 in Tracy
Join with other IndiMarin volunteers in our first group canvassing event! We will travel to Tracy to canvass with the Democratic Club of Greater Tracy to help elect Josh Harder in CD-09. Leaders from the Tracy Dems will train us and support our efforts during our shift. IndiMarin will organize carpooling from the Larkspur Ferry parking lot. SIGN UP HERE.
Thank you, as always, for your commitment to take action to create a more just, caring and inclusive America!
The IndiMarin Steering Committee - Laurie, Betsy, Amy, Joy, Betty, Andie and Susan
