Laura Misumi carries on a long tradition of Japanese Americans fighting for justice in the U.S.
Dear Pledge Listeners:
Episode 6, Persevere with Dignity and Grace, is live in your podcast feed today, and it’s just what the doctor ordered. Laura Misumi, a fourth generation Japanese American, will give you hope because of her innovative strategy for organizing and mobilizing Asian Americans in Michigan, where she is building community and fostering lasting political engagement. She will also open your eyes to the ways in which Japanese Americans have been fighting for justice for decades. Laura’s organization, Rising Voices of Asian American Families, is targeting 183,000 Asian American voters in carefully selected counties in this very important swing state. It’s an effort and a constituency that absolutely have the capacity to change the outcome of the State and Federal elections.
Episode Six: “Let’s Get Out There!”
Listen to Laura’s story, and enjoy a moment of hope. These organizers are committed and working at the grassroots levels to reach, engage, and support many voters whose power has previously been overlooked. And they’re going about their work in a way that will keep that power growing well beyond November. This is a great example of building more democracy and justice in America in an inclusive, lasting way.
Stay strong, volunteer if you can, and VOTE!
Allison
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Detroit Action: “Detroit Action is a union of Black and Brown, low and no-income, homeless and housing insecure Detroiters fighting for housing and economic justice. Our organization is a grassroots and member-led, multigenerational, community-based organization fighting for real political power.” These next six weeks they are reaching out to get out the vote.
Volunteer to make calls or text to people in the Detroit area. They will train you.
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