We discuss our new multi-year rural organizing project with our national network, People’s Action, to counter Trump’s fraudulent right-wing populism and DNR rubber stamping diversion of 7 million gallons of Lake Michigan water for Foxconn.

"Mayor Pete is a rising star and a trailblazer whose progressive, Democratic values resonate even in some of the reddest parts of our nation"

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/mike-pence2-s5.jpgWalker follows Pence on road to extreme policies.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/education-s5.jpgAt a recent public hearing of the Blue Ribbon Commission on School Funding, the message coming through loud and clear was that rural schools are struggling and the current funding formula exacerbates the problem. This situation must be changed.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/donald-trump-golden-wings-s5.jpgAssad’s actions were despicable, but we have a Constitution for a reason. Allowing the president to usurp the power of Congress defies the founders’ plan.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/clean-air-s5.jpgSunday is Earth Day. For our children and grandchildren to enjoy the same opportunities we have, we need to safeguard access to clean water, land and air and prevent special interests from taking unfair advantage of our environment on every day.