Quote of the Week: “Each time a person stands up for an idea, or acts to improve the lot of others, or strikes out against injustice, he sends forth a tiny ripple of hope, and crossing each other from a million different centers of energy and daring, those ripples build a current that can sweep down the mightiest walls of oppression and resistance.” –Senator Robert F. Kennedy, June 6, 1966 Get Out on the Streets: Photo by zaya odeesho on Unsplash Want the scoop on upcoming rallies, marches, and related events? Visit OI’s Rallies, Marches, Town Halls and Boycotts webpage! OI is excited to remind you about our nonviolent protest and rally “Workers over Billionaires”.  WHEN: Labor Day, Sept. 1, 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. WHERE: at 521 Sleater Kinney Road SE Lacey WHAT: We’ve made a huge banner to display on the Sleater Kinney overpass of I-5 to remind everyone what the Trump/MAGA regime doesn’t understand—workers, not billionaires, make a democracy! Help Our Candidates Win! Action: Volunteer! Help pro-democracy candidates for our city councils, school boards, and Port win by showing up for boots-on-the-ground events this week. There are plenty of options including canvassing and campaign kick-offs. You’ll find them all on our Local Elections 2025 Events calendar. This calendar will be continuously updated. Also check it out on our website at any time. Federal Actions: Tell Congress: Pass D.C. Statehood Now From Our Friends at the ACLU The Trump administration has temporarily federalized the Metropolitan Police Department and is continuing to flood the streets of D.C. with federal agents and National Guard troops. The president promised to let police "do whatever the hell they want" – raising grave concerns about civil rights abuses, particularly for Black, Brown, and unhoused residents. And here's the kicker: President Trump's takeover is only possible because D.C. isn't a state. Congress can pass the Washington D.C. Admission Act and finally grant statehood to the residents of D.C., giving them some protection from federal overreach. But our representatives must act. Action: Tell Congress: Pass D.C. Statehood now. Stop the Persecution of Kilmar Abrego Garcia  After being deported illegally due to “administrative error,” Kilmar Abrego Garcia was returned to his home in Maryland – only to be detained again last week by Immigration and Customs Enforcement. This time ICE says they intend to send him to Uganda, a country he has no connection with. Fortunately, federal judge Paula Xinis has extended a temporary restraining order halting his expulsion for now. There is no reason for ICE’s vendetta against this man other than their embarrassment at having deported him by mistake the first time. They will literally send him to Uganda rather than admit they were wrong. Action: Contact your Members of Congress
Script: As a constituent, I am disturbed by ICE’s continuing persecution of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, deported by “administrative error” last March, brought back to the US, and now under threat of deportation to Uganda, a country he has no connection with. I urge you to contact ICE Acting Director Todd Lyons and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem; tell them to stop persecuting this innocent man. WA State Actions: Tell Governor Ferguson to Fight Back Against Republican Redistricting  Photo by Vic Alcuaz on Unsplash From Indivisible National and Seattle Indivisible Background: Redistricting Coup Underway In the span of a week, Donald Trump and the Republican Party have launched a multi-state campaign to rig congressional maps, erase voters from the census, and weaponize law enforcement against elected officials — all in service of one goal: permanent GOP control of the House. Trump’s redistricting coup only works if blue states sit back and do nothing. We can’t let that happen. Washington state can act — but the direct gains in seats would be small, and in some cases, the changes could imperil current Democratic seats. The goal here is less about the map math and more about the message: We want their leaders to fight, not flinch. Call and email Governor Bob Ferguson urging him to commit to exploring responsive redistricting with urgency — reviewing laws, building coalitions, and signaling readiness to act if Republicans gerrymander first. Action: Get the call script here or use Indivisible's email template here. Local Actions: Join Olympia Indivisible’s New Book Club  Photo by Kimberly Farmer on Unsplash From OI’s Federal team Olympia Indivisible is launching a new Book Club for Democracy—and you’re invited. As activists, we know our democracy is under threat. But we also know that knowledge, discussion, and shared strategy are powerful tools for change. This book club will help us sharpen critical thinking, understand the forces that undermine freedom, and explore ways people have successfully resisted authoritarianism—past and present. Whether you’re a lifelong reader or just starting, you’ll find thought-provoking ideas and good company. Volunteer facilitators will lead discussions, and we’ll form several groups depending on interest, planning to meet in groups of 10-12 people once a month. Sign up here and answer questions about your preferences. Sample reading list:
Let’s read, learn, and act—together. How To Avoid Falling Victim to the Latest Fraud Schemes  Photo by Iñaki del Olmo on Unsplash Secretary of State’s Corporations & Charities division is teaming up with Consumer Protection Washington to present various educational events at local area Timberland Regional Libraries. Event Description Scammers are getting very sophisticated these days. Join the OSOS (Office of the Secretary of State) and CPW (Consumer Protection Washington) for this information session on how to avoid falling victim to the latest fraud schemes and scams! Whether online, in the mail, or over the phone, we have tips to help protect your identity, your charitable donations, and hard-earned dollars! Locations & dates: Shelton = Thu, Sep 4 2025, 3 - 4:30pm, Montesano Tue, Sep 30 2025, 2 - 3:30pm, Tumwater = Tue, Oct 14 2025, 2 - 3:30pm, Yelm = Tue, Nov 18 2025, 2 - 3:30pm Have You Scheduled This Event? Come to Olympia Indivisible's Small Group, In-Person Meetups Every Weekend in August! Olympia Indivisible has grown very fast the last six months, and many of us have never met in person. Let’s fix that! Membership Team invites OI members to come to our weekend get-togethers. Here’s the scoop:
Saturday, 10 AM: OI Coffee Connection at Soul Cafe What: Come to the Cafe, support a local business by purchasing a cup of coffee and/or some breakfast, and get to know your OI community! You’ll meet representatives from OI’s Membership Team and/or Small Groups team members. Where: Soul Cafe, 300 5th Ave. SW When: Saturday, September 6 at 10am Action: Come join us – no sign-up or RSVP necessary! |
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