Dear ROPnet, As we wrap up 2024 and reflect on all that we accomplished together as the 91 Human Dignity Groups that make up ROP, we want to highlight some inspiring victories of rural Oregonians. The 2024 Annual Report is now on our website here, and you can also read the full report below. We are […]
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ROP Gatherings: Preparing for Inauguration and the First 100 Days
Dear ROPnet, Since the election, rural Oregonians have been linking up across the state in our Meeting the Moment Zoom Gatherings to develop shared analysis, build joint strategies, and deepen our relationships and connections across the ROP network. ROP is bigger and stronger than ever, and we know we’re going to need each other in the months and years […]
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Together, we are strategic, bold, and responsive
As 2024 comes to a close, we’ve been reflecting on what ordinary rural people can accomplish when we organize together. We shared some of the key victories made possible by Human Dignity Groups organizing for democracy and justice across rural Oregon in our annual report. Keep an eye on your mailbox for your annual report […]
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Countering Election Fraud Lies in Coos County
Dear ROPnet, As the election nears, we are seeing a coordinated attempt in communities around the state to spread misinformation and create distrust in county election processes. This disruption is part of a wider strategy of the far right. By bringing into question the entire system by which we elect people to govern us, they are […]
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Meeting the Moment: Join us for a Post-Election Gathering!
Dear ROPnet, Welp…here we go. Ballots dropped this week, and somehow, seeing them hit mailboxes makes what we’re facing in the coming weeks even more real. Are you feeling the fear and anxiety stirred up by this moment in our political history? We know we are. Alongside the fear, there has also been so much […]
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18 Counties Weigh in on Defending Democracy in Rural Oregon
Dear ROPnet, ROP is led by rural Oregonians who volunteer their time to advance democracy in their communities. Over the last year, we have hosted 12 defend democracy Living Room Conversations (LRCs) with participants representing at least 18 counties to begin setting our direction for the next 30 years of ROP. More information about LRCs below. Eliot Feenstra, […]
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The Web STAND Election Guide is Here!
October 4, 2024 Dear ROPnet, In case you missed our video the other day, we have exciting news! The 2024 STAND (Small Town Actions for a New Democracy) Election Guides are here! You likely already received a guide in the mail but it’s also available online! Visit our website for more information about the 2024 STAND Election […]
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Small Town Actions for a New Democracy: It’s Local Elections Time! Why This Activity? This election is about so much more than two presidential candidates–it’s about choosing between a vision being put forward that attacks our basic freedoms or a vision where we build towards an inclusive democracy with human dignity for all. What an opportunity for […]
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Postal Service Victory!
This ROPnet was written by Charlie Bloomer. You probably haven’t heard Charlie’s name before! Charlie is a high school student from Sandy who’s writing ROPnets with us this summer. Are you interested in joining ROP’s communications team as well? We are looking for folks to create content across multiple platforms in the coming months! Do you love […]
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How to Stop a Coup
Dear ROPnet, We are edging closer to a November election that many worry could lead the US even further away from the multiracial democracy we are all working to build. This ROPnet shares an inspiring report from the Network in Solidarity with the People of Guatemala (NISGUA). NISGUA works to build and strengthen ties between […]
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