On this critical episode of The Dairyland Patriot, we dive deep into the "No Kings" protest debrief with local organizers Kelly Fenton and Emily Tseffos. We analyze the massive national turnout (reportedly up to 7 million people!) and discuss how activists successfully contradicted the narrative of hate and violence—demonstrating true peaceful patriotism across the country, including right here in Appleton, Wisconsin.

Learn about the massive organizational effort, the focus on marshal training and de-escalation, and the core message that "love of country" requires action to safeguard democracy.

This wasn't a one-off event—it's the beginning of a powerful movement. Find out the crucial next steps we must take to Build Power and effectively stop the current administration's agenda.

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In this episode of The Dairyland Patriot Travis and Kelly talk immigration. After a review of the Trump administrations over zealous handling of immigration the topic moves to mutual aid. Two examples are reviewed.

The first an ad-hoc response from a community to the targeting of a group of Haitian immigrants in New London. Here on the CHNV program and working at a local Tyson plant, the Trump administration targeted them for self-deportation, and pulled their work permits. A group of citizens who got to know them over the past year stepped up and helped the immigrants each step of the way.

The second story covers Hope and Help Together, and the Fox Valley Newcomer Project. These groups work hand in hand to connect and support refugee and immigrant populations with the necessary resources and relationships. In a time where there is tragedy and even horror for immigrants to the United States it's

00:00 Trump Administrations Handling of Immigration

09:28 Community Support for Haitians in New London

14:32 Hope and Help Together and the Fox Valley Newcomer Project

🔗Haitian Immigrant Story and Support Info

www.dairylandpatriot.com/relief-fund-helps-new-london-haitians-who-lost-work-permits-face-deportation/

www.dairylandpatriot.com/new-london-community-shows-up-for-immigrant-neighbors-on-the-cusp-of-being-deported/

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🔗Hope and Help Together and Fox Valley Newcomer Project Story and Site

www.dairylandpatriot.com/hope-and-help-together-motivated-by-greater-sense-of-urgency-to-support-immigrants/

www.hopeandhelptogether.com/

Community Living Room: Finding Dignity and Connection in a Digital World

In this episode of The Dairyland Patriot - we explore the profound impact of human connection and storytelling in an age of isolation.

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We discuss how getting back to a micro-level of community can offer hope in the face of the mental health crisis.

Community Living Room offers connection without judgement It's an airy, welcoming and comfortable space – an actual living room, really – for anyone to inhabit, without expectations.

A Space for Unconditional Connection: The Community Living Room is designed as a non-transactional, judgment-free zone where anyone can simply exist.

Empathy-Centered Approach: The space is staffed by trained "listeners" who prioritize empathy and deep listening over providing solutions.

"Connection is Prevention" Model: Founded on the belief that human connection can be a powerful preventative measure for mental health crises, the Community Living Room offers a safe alternative to traditional emergency services.

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