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Posted by | June 6, 2017
Y’all Means All: Fighting for LGBTQ Rights in the South

The South has been traditionally behind when it comes to social change. For this reason, many prominent LGBTQ groups and social justice organizations have been focusing progressive energy on creating...

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Posted by | June 6, 2017
Building a 21st Century Movement Against Militarism

Much has been written about the demise of the American peace movement, but this panel will examine the exciting work to build a new movement against militarism. From police using...

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Posted by | June 6, 2017
Immigrant Resistance in Red States

Racist, criminalizing state laws already made Georgia a tough state for immigrants. While the current regime poses an enormous challenge to immigrant rights—especially in red states like Georgia—a thriving resistance...

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Posted by | June 6, 2017
Life After Obama: A New Generation of Leaders on Progressive Foreign Policy

For 8 years, America had a President who came to power criticizing the Iraq War, championed diplomacy, and pushed for global solutions to problems like climate change. Now, with Donald...

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Posted by | June 6, 2017
The Progressive Response to (Predictable) Emergencies: National Security Crises and Domestic Crackdowns in the Time of Trump

Let's face it, the first few months of Donald Trump's America have been horrifying, but it can get worse. Moments of crisis, such as extremist violence or an international crisis,...

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Posted by | June 6, 2017
Making Sure the Kids’ll Be Alright: Organizing the Youngs Beyond Campus

Learn what works and what doesn't from groups that are organizing young people around the country. For too long, inside-the-beltway led groups and campaigns have put "youth organizing" on the...

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Posted by | June 6, 2017
Stemming Drop-off and Roll-off: How to Ensure Key Voters Vote in 2017-2018

With so much at stake in 2018 and the importance of early wins in 2017, it could not be more critical to understand the factors affecting voter drop-off, the decline...

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Posted by | June 6, 2017
A Path Forward: Navigating Ballot Initiatives for Progressive Change

We need every tool in our direct democracy belt sharpened and ready for use. Ballot initiatives may be the only path toward progress on certain issues—especially in conservative states. Hear...

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Posted by | June 6, 2017
Indivisible Women: Mobilizing and Rising Up in Rural America

Indivisible Women, established in a rural community in a red district in a blue state and recognized as one of the larger Indivisible groups in the nation, is creating a...

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