06/23/25 Missouri Mondays - “Stand up for what you believe in, especially if that thing is justice and peace.”
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- Jun 23
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Welcome to Missouri Mondays.
The news of Trump’s bombing of Iran has been difficult and unsettling. We have already endured months of chaos and lawlessness, and most recently the horrific shootings in Minnesota and the devastating news that State Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark were killed.
It is easy to feel despair but we found reason for hope. In a deeply moving statement by the Hortman’s children, they suggested several ways we could honor their parents’ memory:
“Our parents touched so many lives, and they leave behind an incredible legacy of dedication to their community that will live on in us, their friends, their colleagues and co-workers, and every single person who knew and loved them. If you would like to honor the memory of Mark and Melissa, please consider the following:
Plant a tree
Visit a local park and make use of their amenities, especially a bike trail.
Pet a dog. A golden retriever is ideal, but any will do.
Tell your loved ones a cheesy dad joke and laugh about it.
Bake something - bread for Mark or a cake for Melissa, and share it with someone.
Try a new hobby and enjoy learning something.
Stand up for what you believe in, especially if that thing is justice and peace.”
That is a beautiful list but just in case we’ve got a few more ideas –
Show your support for the MO Senate Democrats in KC
Hear from DNC Chair Ken Martin and KS and MO Democratic Party Chairs at the Women’s Leadership Forum in KC
Help protect the right to vote with Missouri Voter Protection Coalition (MOVPC)
Join MO Jobs with Justice in Lee’s Summit for Accountability Canvass for PropA
Find details below for all calls to action and upcoming events. Help us spread the word by sharing this email and the link to sign up: https://www.moactionalliance.com/signup.
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WAYS TO GET INVOLVED THIS WEEK!
MON JUNE 23 - STATEWIDE ACTION (ONLINE)
MISSOURI VOTER PROTECTION COALITION (MOVPC) MEETING
EVERY MONDAY MORNING at 10AM
Online (Zoom)
To sign up text “MOVPC” to 66866 or register here: bit.ly/protectmovoters
Join advocates from all across the state and find out how you can take action to help protect the right to vote in Missouri!
WEBSITE: https://www.movpc.org/
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MON JUNE 23 - NATIONAL RESISTANCE KC METRO
KANSAS CITY - STOP THE WAR ON IRAN
Monday, June 23
6:00PM
Mill Creek Park on the Plaza
Kansas City, MO
Shared from 50501 Kansas City - “Those who are looking for a protest to attend in KC, this one is taking place tomorrow at Mill Creek on the Plaza.
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MON JUNE 23 - KANSAS CITY AREA - LEE’S SUMMIT
MISSOURI JOBS WITH JUSTICE
KANSAS CITY ACCOUNTABILITY CANVASS
Monday, June 23
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Post Coffee
200 NE Chipman Rd
Lees Summit, MO 64063
More upcoming MO JwJ events: https://mojwj.org/upcoming-events/
Over 60% of voters in house district 30 voted in favor of earned paid sick time for Missouri workers. But Rep. Patterson ignored the votes of his constituents and voted to completely repeal earned paid sick time. Join us in making sure voters in this district know that their representative does not respect the will of his constituents!
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MON JUNE 23 - LEE’S SUMMIT
TOWN HALL WITH MO STATE REPS. KEMP STRICKLER AND KERI INGLE
Monday, June 23
6:00 - 7:30 PM
Mid-Continent Library - Lee’s Summit Branch
150 NW Oldham Pkwy
Lee's Summit, MO 64081
Please join State Representatives Kemp Strickler and Keri Ingle for a joint Town Hall on Monday, June 23rd from 6:00-7:30 PM at Mid-Continent Library - Lee’s Summit Branch.
We will discuss the bills that were "Truly Agreed and Finally Passed" this year during both the regular and special sessions. Please join us and bring your questions!
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MON JUNE 23 - STATEWIDE ACTION (ONLINE)
RESPECT MO VOTERS
All Hands Call - Respect MO Voters (Virtual)
Monday, June 23
6:00 – 7:00PM
Virtual event: A link to attend this virtual event will be emailed upon RSVP
Host Contact Info: info@respectvoters.org
It's now or never. Join the Respect Missouri Voters All Hands Call to hear directly from former State Representative Crystal Quade and Veterans for All Voters Founder Eric Bronner about the urgent need for the constitutional amendment ballot initiative we're running to ban Missouri politicians from attacking the will of the people.
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TUES JUNE 24 - STATEWIDE ACTION (ONLINE)
MISSOURI JOBS WITH JUSTICE
Statewide Phonebank: Save Our Social Safety Net (Virtual)
Tuesday, June 24
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
More upcoming MO JwJ events: https://mojwj.org/upcoming-events/
Join us as we reach out to voters about the attacks on Medicaid and working families in Missouri. We will connect them with Senator Josh Hawley’s office to tell him to put his money where his mouth is and vote NO on the Big “Ugly” budget bill.
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TUES JUNE 24 - KC METRO
MISSOURI SENATE DEMOCRATS
Summer Reception / Fundraiser in KC
Tuesday, June 24
5:30 - 7:00 PM
The Crossroads Hotel - Percheron Rooftop Bar
2101 Central Street
Kansas City, MO 64108
RSVP / DONATE HERE: www.mosendems.org/kcjune24
Join the Missouri Senate Democrats for a post-session reception in Kansas City! Hear from Senate leadership about our biggest successes from the 2025 legislative session, as well as our roadmap for the 2026 elections. With only two seats needed to break the Republican supermajority in the State Senate, your support can make a substantial impact and help us protect Missouri workers, reproductive rights, and the initiative petition process.
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TUES JUNE 24 - KC METRO
WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP FORUM
Tuesday, June 24
6:30 - 7:30 PM
Unity Temple on the Plaza
Kansas City, MO
RSVP (attend with contribution): https://fundraising.democrats.org/a/hefu43rg7y98rv?attr=127291782
RSVP (attend without contribution): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeM_96L00lOfCoAPqHQDH1eqSK6qGJtvfOdNTo3DuUCdRkgQQ/viewform
Join us for a special live event with inspiring Democratic Party leaders–
Ken Martin, New Chair Democratic National Committee - Presenting DNC game-changing investments, Jeanna Repass, Chair Kansas Democratic Party and
Russ Carnahan, Chair Missouri Democratic Party. We hope you’ll be part of this powerful gathering — an evening for collaboration, conversation, and momentum. Democrats are uniting at the national and state levels with a clear plan, a strong path forward, and a focus on collective action - and how each of us can play a part.
Contributions in the suggested levels help us raise the funds we need now — but we know not everyone is able or ready to give at this time. Whether you make a contribution in any amount or join us as a volunteer, your support matters. It all makes a difference. We'd be proud to have you with us.
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TUES JUNE 24 - KC METRO
ABORTION ACTION MO
Kansas City Base Meeting
Tuesday, June 24
Trinity United Methodist Church
620 E Armour Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64109
Join us to take action with fellow reproductive freedom supporters in Kansas City! During our meeting, we’ll begin discussing and building out our in-depth organizing strategy for our movement this summer as we defend abortion rights and reproductive freedom against the legislature’s abortion ban ballot measure.
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WED JUNE 25 - NATIONAL RESISTANCE ACTION - KC AREA
INDIVISIBLE KANSAS CITY SAVE DEMOCRACY RALLY
EVERY WEDNESDAY 4:30-6:30pm
Sen. Josh Hawley’s Office
400 E 9th St
Kansas City, MO 64106
Details and sign up here: https://www.mobilize.us/indivisible/event/755635/
Indivisible Kansas City
Website: https://indivisiblekansascity.org/
Events Calendar: https://indivisiblekansascity.org/events-calendar
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THURS JUNE 26 - NATIONAL RESISTANCE ACTION - KC AREA
Join Indivisible Blue Brookside Outside Senator Hawley’s Local KC Office
Every Thursday
1:30-3:00 PM
East 9th St & Oak St
Kansas City, MO 64106
Sign up here: https://www.mobilize.us/indivisible/event/790692/
We meet every Thursday at 1:30 on the Southeast corner of 9th and Oak. Sometimes we walk down to 10th and Oak where more cars drive by. Small groups of people can go into the Federal Courthouse and try to talk to staffers - no signs allowed in the courthouse but bring your best signs for visibility outside!
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JUNE - JULY LOCAL ACTION - KC / Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY DEMOCRATS
Website: jacksoncodems.org
Email: Tyler@jacksoncodems.org
Our local Democrat clubs all over the metro are meeting every month. Find your local club and get involved! Preparations are already happening for the important elections coming in 2026 and beyond. Get connected with your local Democrat clubs and see how you can make a difference. There are also new progressive groups organizing across our entire region, so stay on the lookout for opportunities near you. Not sure where you belong? Take a chance and attend an upcoming meeting, or send an email to Tyler@jacksoncodems.org and we will do our best to connect you somewhere!
UPCOMING DEMOCRAT MEETINGS/EVENTS:
JUNE 26 - 6:00 PM - Cass County Democrats - Picnic at Wallace Park - Wallace Park - 16400 N Mullen Rd - Belton, MO 64012
JUNE 28 - 10:00 AM - Kansas City Missouri Midtown Democrats - Equal Minded Cafe KC, 4327 Troost Ave., KCMO 64110
JULY 2 - 6:30 PM Social - 7 PM Meeting - Grain Valley Democrats - Grain Valley Library - Grain Valley Library 400 SW Buckner Tarsney Rd - Grain Valley, MO
JULY 10 - 7:00 PM - Lee’s Summit Democrats, Llewelyn’s Pub, 303 SE Douglas St., Lee’s Summit, MO 64063
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NATL RESISTANCE / EDUCATION / VOLUNTEER ACTION - KC AREA (MO & KS)
INDIVISIBLE BOOTS ON THE GROUND MIDWEST
Website / Resources: https://bootsonthegroundmidwest.org
Calendar of events: https://bootsonthegroundmidwest.org/#calendar
We’re a grassroots organization that mobilizes and motivates our community in response to the crisis in our federal government. A grassroots organization supporting economic, social and racial justice issues in the Heartland. Action is power.
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NOW - URGENT ACTION FOR ST. LOUIS
Action St. Louis
Donate to Action St. Louis to help the recovery effort for St. Louis storm victims: https://actionstl.org/donate
More information: https://actionstl.org/tornado
City of St. Louis
How to volunteer, clean up debris, donate supplies, donate money to help with the 2025 tornado recovery effort.
More resources here: https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/recovery/tornado-2025/
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NOW - URGENT STATEWIDE ACTION
TELL MO GOV. KEHOE TO VETO HOUSE BILL 567 OVERTURNING EARNED PAID SICK LEAVE AND MINIMUM WAGE INCREASES!
Email Gov. Kehoe here: https://secure.everyaction.com/5ATGn8k_5k-pTURUvEKt6g2
Join Missouri Workers Center and Missouri Jobs with Justice in demanding Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe veto House Bill 567 and defend the will of the people!
Workers delivered over 210,000 signatures from all 115 counties to put guaranteed earned paid sick days and a minimum wage increase on the November ballot. On Election Day, Proposition A won with 58 percent of the vote — across race, place, and party affiliation.
On May 1, over 700,000 Missouri workers became eligible to accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked. Unfortunately, the State Legislature prioritized the interests of corporations over our communities, and lawmakers went to extreme lengths to overturn Proposition A, even ending the session early.
We deserve representatives who put working people first. We expect the leaders we have elected to represent our interests by making decisions that allow every Missourian to thrive. That's why we must call on Gov. Kehoe to veto HB 567!
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NOW - URGENT NATIONAL RESISTANCE ACTION FROM ANYWHERE
League of Women Voters of Greater KC, Jackson-Platte-Clay Counties
CALL TO ACTION - “TELL U.S. SENATORS HAWLEY AND SCHMITT TO VOTE NO ON THE “ONE BIG BEAUTIFUL (BUDGET) BILL”
The “One Big Beautiful (Budget) Bill” passed in the House and is now in the Senate. It gives tax breaks to the wealthiest Americans, add $trillions to the national deficit, includes devastating cuts to programs for low-income families, gutting Medicaid health coverage and SNAP food assistance benefits. It will hurt thousands of Missourians and their families.
CALL NOW:
General U.S. Capital: (202) 224-3121
Sen. Josh Hawley: (202) 224-6154
Sen. Eric Schmitt: (202) 224-5721
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ONGOING NATIONAL RESISTANCE ACTION FROM ANYWHERE
5 CALLS
Make your voice heard. 5 Calls is the easiest and most effective way for U.S. constituents to make a political impact. We’re the team making advocacy accessible. 5Calls makes it easy for you to reach your members of Congress and make your voice heard. We research issues, write scripts that clearly articulate a progressive position, figure out the most influential decision-makers, and collect phone numbers for their offices. All you have to do is call. For more information: https://5calls.org/
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NATL RESISTANCE / EDUCATION / VOLUNTEER ACTION - KC AREA (MO & KS)
Indivisible Boots on the Ground Midwest
Website / Training events / Resources: https://bootsonthegroundmidwest.org
We’re a grassroots organization that mobilizes and motivates our community in response to the crisis in our federal government. A grassroots organization supporting economic, social and racial justice issues in the Heartland. Action is power.
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MORE WAYS TO GET INVOLVED! ORGANIZATIONS THAT NEED YOUR HELP!
Find additional events and ways to get involved: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SZqI3j4nv2N3ylrsLTYXHa60aNMC-a4GlXZyj08lmPw/edit?usp=sharing
Check out our “Organization Resources” list here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10lQQyYzV3vKqYe9aKlclBZomZbstuPr6FDI_9zEHX_0/edit?usp=sharing
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MISSOURI MONDAYS NEWS SUPPLEMENT!
With so much important news each week we don’t want you to miss a thing! Check out our MISSOURI MONDAYS NEWS SUPPLEMENT here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wMmphHQfXS3af8AnxQ145XN9hEfv6RLmtS5XTv-XcFk/edit?usp=sharing
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