About Alex
… and all of this
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County party chair sounds off on Minneapolis, solidarity
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BY: EMILY TSEFFOS
DPOC CHAIR
I’ve been sitting with how to write this for days. No words feel big enough. None of this makes sense.
If you’ve been following the news out of Minneapolis, you know Alex’s name. An ICU nurse. A neighbor. A son. A neighbor who grew up just north of here, graduating from Green Bay Preble High School.
The details matter, and they’re disturbing. But beyond the facts of what happened, there’s something heavier many of us are feeling. I want to name it plainly.
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This moment isn’t just about one person.
It’s about what kind of country we are becoming — and what kind of neighbors we choose to be.
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EYES ON ICE:
Document and Record
Get the tools you need as federal agents terrorize our communities
Virtual event on Feb. 5 from 7-8 p.m.
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NO KINGS RALLY
Mark your calendars/Save the Date. More details in the next newsletter.
March 28
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Help us recruit volunteers for our upcoming canvass
Join us at a recruitment phone/text bank. We need canvassers to canvass!
Feb. 10, 6-7:30 DPOC Office (bring your laptop)
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It’s election season again
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Which means it’s canvassing season, too!
Here’s why we need you
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Your next opportunity is Feb. 14-15.
Use links below to sign up!
Canvassing remains one of the most powerful tools in a political “ground game” because it facilitates direct, face-to-face interaction between a campaign and the electorate. Unlike mass media advertisements, personal contact can break down social barriers and create emotional resonance with voters.
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Boosts voter turnout by up to 8% to 10% and in close elections like in WI this is critical.
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Persuades undecided voters. In a low turnout election like we have coming up in Spring, we identify who our Democrats are since there are no R’s or D’s behind local candidate names. A canvasser can also answer questions that a flyer cannot.
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Gathering Critical Data. Canvassing is an “information-gathering strategy” that helps campaigns refine their overall approach allowing campaigns to allocate resources efficiently. It also tells campaigns about which issues are resonating with voters.
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Humanizing the Campaign. Canvassing puts a “human face” on a candidate, which builds trust and credibility that social media ads often lack. Neighbors canvassing for candidates in their community carries a lot of weight.
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Individual Empowerment. For the volunteer, canvassing offers a sense of agency and participation in the democratic process.
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Not up to date on the Spring Election? We will have you covered with all the important info.
Bookmark the DPOC website for the latest details as we post them.
Primary Election: Feb. 17
General Election: April 9
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Join FVYD (under 40s)
1 pm, 3rd Saturday
at the DPOC Office
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New to canvassing and want to learn more?
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We’re here to help you get started
Feb. 12 and Feb. 26 from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m.
We will prepare you to talk and, more importantly, listen to neighbors about voting for local candidates that share their values. This training will provide you with all the tools you need to be an effective canvasser.
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See you at the next membership meeting
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February 9 from 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Join the Outagamie Dems at the monthly meeting to stay informed, share ideas, and get involved in events, campaigns, and community outreach.
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Coffee & Conversation!
The perfect place to share your thoughts about the news with like-minded people. Come enjoy coffee with old friends or make some new ones. Of course, bring a snack if you wish.
2nd & 4th Wed 9:30-11 a.m.
(Feb. 11 & 25) DPOC Office
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Knit-IN & Crochet ICE Away
Join fellow crafters to knit or crochet your own MELT THE ICE HAT, or make one for someone else. Please purchase the pattern in advance and bring your materials. One site to purchase from is Ravelry, $5.
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Feb 4 DPOC Office
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Join our PR Committee
Love capturing powerful moments on camera? Good at the behind-the-scenes editing or design work? We need volunteers for design, writing, photography, videography and editing to help tell the story of local Democratic organizing.
Volunteers keep DPOC going. Join a committee. Choose from PR, Membership, Events & more.
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Progressive Play Date
Progressive Parents, looking for mom-friends, dad-jokes, or guardian-pals? Balancing it all is a lot, come let the littles work out their wiggles. While they play, you can meet like-minded parents who are feeling the weight of raising a young family in this pivotal political climate, too.
Volunteers needed to coordinate this event and keep it going after Feb.
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Hours: T (11-5) | THU (11-5) | SAT (11-5)
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