What is the Activity? For over 30 years, rural organizers and community leaders from across the state have come together for the Rural Caucus & Strategy Session to reflect on the last year and plan for the year to come. Join us to share what you and your group have been working on, connect with […]
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Recap and What’s Next: Protecting People
Dear ROPnet, We’re feeling empowered and connected after last Monday’s “Meeting the Moment” virtual gathering. Over 70 of you joined us to build our strategy, skills, and analysis to Protect People in the coming months. Read on for a recap of that Zoom call, as well as what to expect from our upcoming Zoom “office hours” […]
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KTA: Neighbors Not Enemies
Why This Activity? I just got back from a few days on the road visiting with human dignity leaders in Polk, Yamhill, and Marion counties. Something that one local leader said has stuck with me: that after this election is over, no matter the results, “We’re going to have to re-establish that we aren’t enemies.” – […]
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KTA: Harnessing Our Power to End Political Violence
Why This Activity? The vast majority of people believe that political violence is never okay. As threats, intimidation, and harassment increase, it’s important to remember that political violence is not new. From the people who marched in Selma for dignity and civil rights, to small-town neighbors declaring “Love Lives Here!” to stop hate groups from […]
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KTA: Crafting a Guaranteed Income for Oregon
Why This Activity? For democracy to work, everyone in our communities must have a basic standard of living. Today, Oregon has both more millionaires and more people struggling with food and housing insecurity than ever before. Our partners at Oregon Center for Public Policy (OCPP) and Urban League of Portland are investigating one way to […]
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KTA: STAND Election Guides are Here!
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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KTA: ROP Digital Exhibit is Here!
Bridging Divides, Defending Dignity: Digital Exhibit Now Live! Why this Activity? We are winning in our struggle in so many different ways. Earlier this year we won our lawsuit against the City of Cottage Grove for breaking the law by illegally collaborating with multi-billion dollar federal immigration agencies! College students and community members alike are saying loud […]
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Register Your Group for the Rural Caucus and Strategy Session!
This month’s Kitchen Table Activity is to decide who will represent your group and your community at the Rural Caucus & Strategy Session on Saturday, April 6th in Woodburn! What is the activity? For over 30 years, rural organizers and community leaders from across the state have come together for the Rural Caucus & Strategy […]
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KTA: Prepare for the Legislative Session!
WHY THIS ACTIVITY? For Oregon’s democracy to thrive, rural Oregonians must have a seat at the table in state government! Every even calendar year, including 2024, Oregon has a “short session” that lasts just 35 days. Oregon’s next legislative session starts on February 5th, and our elected officials will be making critical decisions and passing […]
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KTA: Sheriffs Must Follow Sanctuary Law
WHY THIS ACTIVITY? A University of Washington report determined that the majority of Oregon sheriff’s departments have immigration policies that violate the Sanctuary Promise Act (SPA). Rural Oregonians have organized for decades to build safe and welcoming communities for all, and we won a huge victory in 2021 by passing the SPA. The new law expands Oregon’s Sanctuary […]
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