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Aisha Chughtai

@aishaforward10.com
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renter, former union organizer, eldest daughter to a Muslim immigrant family • socialist • representing Ward 10 on the Minneapolis City Council • she/her

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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 29/06/2026
Like millions of Americans, I work to manage my mental health daily. I’ve long ignored my need for more help. That’s why I’m sharing some personal news. I’m taking a leave from the City for a month to get help at a rigorous outpatient program for clinical depression and anxiety.
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Wedge LIVE!™ @wedge.live · 24/06/2026
If you plan to attend today's Wedge LIVE Cat Tour, please read these final pre-tour instructions. You are a cat tourist. Respect the culture and heritage of the Wedge at all times.
The Wedge LIVE Cat Tour is today! The weather forecast for this evening is perfect.

Please remember:

You are a cat tourist. Respect the culture and heritage of the Wedge neighborhood at all times.

New rule for 2026: No clapping, no cheering, no loud noises. The crowd for this event has gotten very large and loud. Your enthusiasm is appreciated, but cats tend not to like the noise. Treat these cats like the professionals they are.

Try not to drive if you can help it. We are just a free neighborhood event, not a sports stadium. Do not expect parking near the event. Take advantage of the fact that we have more transit and bike access than any other place in the state of Minnesota.

If you have time after the tour, please patronize one of the many fine restaurants on Hennepin, Lyndale, or Lake Street. And spread the word about what a magical place the Wedge neighborhood is to visit.
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 10/06/2026
Situation resolved. For folks in the area, it’s safe to return. There’s still a large law enforcement presence as they continue to process the scene.
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 09/06/2026
I'm tracking the situation on 28th and Nicollet as the Sheriff’s Office was executing a search warrant. Access points are closed while law enforcement secure the scene. First responders are asking the public to avoid the area for the safety of the public and first responders.
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Jason Chavez @jchavezmpls.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
There’s nothing about Council Member Chughtai’s work on Uptown Safety Ambassadors and construction hardship program that she authored (Mayor Frey has not implemented). Nor her work on the Rise Up Center and other Uptown programs she authored. Any reason why only one council member was mentioned?
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Eric Hauge @erichauge.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
Mayor Frey can thank Minneapolis Public Housing Authority & affiliated nonprofit Community Housing Resources for 43 filings yesterday. Significant bump in Mpls filings the past few days. Approximate* Minneapolis eviction filings 3/1 thru 3/11: 2025: ~54 2026: ~237 A 339% increase compared to 2025.
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Elliott Payne @elliottpayne.org · 05/03/2026
Hear directly from Aliya Rahman, who was brutally pulled from her car and assaulted by ICE on her way to a doctor’s appointment, on the importance of extending the pre-eviction notice to 60 days. We are proud to have passed this policy today and are calling on Mayor Frey to sign it immediately.
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Elliott Payne @elliottpayne.org · 12/02/2026
I’ll believe it when I see it. Everything they’ve said about this illegal occupation has been built on a lies. We need accountability for our neighbors and for this whole corrupt department to be dismantled. Stay out there, keep your connection to one another, and only believe your eyes.
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ashley fairbanks @ziibiing.com · 08/02/2026
Another addition to the website to help us built *systems* and not just have me trying to do everything alone: If you'd like to adopt a rent that you can either *cover immediately* and fundraise for, or just pay outright, please fill out this form and we will contact you via Signal.
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Adopt A Rent — Stand With Minnesota
Donate your Delta Skymiles to get people home from Texas
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Jason Chavez @jchavezmpls.bsky.social · 07/02/2026
Rest in peace Renee Good. Thank you for supporting our immigrant neighbors. You’ll always be our hero. 🕊️ 💜
A photo of the Renee Good public memorial at Powderhorn park
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 05/02/2026
I’m on the scene at Franklin and 1st. A convoy of about a couple dozen ICE/HSI agents broke the entryway into an apartment building at 6am. No warrant presented. Less than 24 hours ago, Tom Homan announced the end of large convoys in Minnesota… Bullshit.
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Ilhan Omar @ilhanmn.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
Abolish ICE. There’s no reforming it. There’s no compromise. There’s only one way to rein in ICE’s terror campaign. Abolish it.
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Aurin Chowdhury MPLS City Council Member W12 @aurinmpls.bsky.social · 31/01/2026
City council member here, it’s the treatment we are used to at this point. It’s unfortunate but that’s culture at the City of Minneapolis. When we want to get a press conference that’s city of mpls supported we have to fight for it, and jump through hoops. Just to name one thing.
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Jason Chavez @jchavezmpls.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
This morning, federal agents staged at the Powderhorn Park Recreation Center lot and began to throw chemical irritants at observers. They also kidnapped an observer. Our parks are meant for our children, youth, and neighbors. They should never be militarized zones meant to separate families. 1/
Federal agents at powderhorn park
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SiriusXM Progress @siriusxmprog.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
"We are under federal occupation right now by our own government." Minneapolis Councilmember @aishaforward10.com told @deanobeidallah.bsky.social what it's like living in Minneapolis right now. ☎️: 866-997-4748 🔊: siriusxm.us/Dean
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Jason Chavez @jchavezmpls.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
ICE kidnapped a permanent resident in Minnesota today. They let the individual go after realizing they had authorization. Don’t be fooled, ICE is still discriminating against our neighbors based on the color of their skin. 1/
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 28/01/2026
@governorwalz.mn.gov, I’m thrilled to read via fundraising text that you’ll never stop defending Minnesotans. I agree: your constituents are meeting this moment. We need you to defend us. Come Feb 1st, you can keep vulnerable families in their homes by enacting a statewide eviction moratorium NOW.
Fundraising text from Governor Tim Walz reads: 

“Hey, it’s Tim Walz. I just got off the air with Anderson Cooper live in Minneapolis. Here’s what I told him:

𝙄’𝙫𝙚 𝙣𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙗𝙚𝙚𝙣 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙤 𝙗𝙚 𝙖 𝙈𝙞𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙤𝙩𝙖𝙣.

Donald Trump is trying to make an example out of Minnesota. His message? Sit down, shut up, and fall in line.

But here’s the catch: If he’s trying to make an example out of us, I’m damn proud of the example we’re setting. We’re meeting fear and division with decency and generosity, and we’re not backing down.

The Trump administration is picking legal battles with me in the hopes that I’ll stop defending you. 𝗜𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸.

I will never give up on defending Minnesotans – but these legal fights are expensive by design. So if you have $10 or $20 to chip into my legal defense fund, it’ll go a long way: twalz.com/l/jFcQQd

Thank you for all of your support. Whether you can donate or not, if”

Remaining text continues on next screenshot. Remaining fundraising message from Governor Tim Walz reads:

“there’s one thing you take away from this message, let it be this: 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗼𝗸𝗲 𝘂𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲𝘀. 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴.

Text STOP to quit”
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 27/01/2026
Local government is the first line of service and last line of defense for our communities. Your local officials are working to get you regular updates about what’s happening on the ground. Check out our briefing today about what’s happening in Whittier: www.youtube.com/live/aiC9-i1...
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 27/01/2026
This neighbor really needs our help. In the absence of @governorwalz.mn.gov enacting an eviction moratorium, our only tool for keeping families in their homes safe from abductions is crowdfunding.
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 26/01/2026
Even in our grief, our community continues to follow in the example of Alex Pretti: loving our neighbors and doing everything we can to support them. No matter what, ICE will not break our spirit. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
Screenshot of Guardian article. It reads: 

‘Our spirit can’t be broken’: Minneapolis council member on resisting Trump’s immigration crackdown
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 26/01/2026
It’s a privilege to represent an ~80% renter community. The most vulnerable of my constituents, along with vulnerable renters across the Southside and Minneapolis, are at risk of losing their homes come the 1st when rent is due. We need @governorwalz.mn.gov to enact an eviction moratorium NOW.
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Elliott Payne @elliottpayne.org · 25/01/2026
Abolish ICE. Save democracy. youtu.be/3RfMUPiMyIs?...
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‘I feel afraid’: Witness to MN shooting fears being targeted by ICE after testimony
YouTube video by MS NOW
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 25/01/2026
Around 9 a.m. this morning, federal agents executed one of our neighbors, Alex Pretti, at 26th and Nicollet in Whittier, in the community I represent. This is the second neighbor murdered in South Minneapolis by ICE in less than three weeks.
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Jason Chavez @jchavezmpls.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
Kristi Noem has been spotted in Minnesota. Her presence is not welcomed by our neighbors. In Minnesota, we love our immigrant neighbors. And our community will continue to patrol our neighborhoods and defend the rights of our immigrant community. 1/
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 04/11/2025
Ran into one of my neighbors who lives in the apartment building next door. We met last year when he was my Lyft driver! He talked to me then about how important our work to raise wages and working conditions for drivers was. Today, he told me how proud he was to vote for me 🥹♥️
Selfie of Aisha and her neighbor. Both are returning from voting!
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 04/11/2025
Happy Election Day, Minneapolis! Grateful to continue the tradition of voting with my neighbors, this time with the littlest addition to our crew, Sabina. If you’re voting in person today, reply with your precinct/polling place, the time you voted, and what voter number you were!
Selfie after voting at MCAD. From left to right: Aldona holding a fast asleep baby Sabina, Halley, Brandon, Akhi, Aisha, and Graham.
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 03/11/2025
The energy in the city is inspiring. The people are ready for change — together, we will elect a new Mayor to work alongside our progressive City Council majority to build an affordable city accountable to us. Join me and @ilhanmn.bsky.social at 5pm today at Sabathani for a rally and doorknock!
Graphic reads: 

“GOTV Rally and Doorknock with Ilhan Omar

November 3rd • 5:00pm 
Sabathani Community Center 
310 E 38th Street”
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 31/10/2025
Hennepin Avenue is the first major policy issue I worked on as a new Council Member in 2022. As we re-open this street today, knowing how critical it is to revitalizing Uptown, I’m reflecting on the advocacy of the Ward 10 community in making this generational investment possible.
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Michael Wilson @mwilsonmpls.bsky.social · 12/10/2025
It was a great afternoon with @omarfatehmn.com @aishaforward10.com and @jason4parks.bsky.social talking with neighbors about a city that works together for all of us!
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 10/10/2025
Workers are the backbone of Minneapolis. We all deserve a stable, living-wage job, free of intimidation and wage theft. Union members are supporting me because I’m their #1 champion at City Hall. I’m hitting the doors with them to talk to neighbors about our vision this week 🧵👇🏽
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“Ward 10 Works Together 
Labor for Aisha Knocks with Omar Fateh for Mayor, Michael Wilson for Park Board At-Large, and Jason Garcia for Park Board District 4. 

Saturday, Oct 11 
1-4pm • Mueller Park 

Saturday, Oct 25 
1-4pm • Whittier Park”
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ella en route @ella-enroute.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
It's a heavy day to be online but do you know what feels good? Connecting with neighbors and talking about building better futures for our city. Join me for a casual meet & greet in the Wedge and get to know @aishaforward10.com and her vision for Ward 10! Sept 18! www.mobilize.us/aishachughta...
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Wedge Neighborhood Meet and Greet · Aisha Chughtai for Ward 10
Join Aisha in the Wedge to speak with neighbors about how she works hard as City Council Vice President to protect vulnerable neighbors, provide clean and accessible transit, and stands up for communi...
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 09/09/2025
Tomorrow, @robin4mpls.bsky.social and I will celebrate our birthdays with you, and we're excited to have a special guest joining us to close out the night, our future Mayor @omarfatehmn.com. We'll have some treats to share and more available to buy. Register at aishaforward10.con/events
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 04/09/2025
I know some people think it’s offensive for me to celebrate my birthday. Here’s the thing: as a domestic violence survivor, every day of this life is a gift I never imagined I’d have. Every birthday is a reminder of how lucky I am to be here. To another year of learning and growing, inshallah ✨
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 30/08/2025
The last year brought a lot of change—across the US, here in Minneapolis, and in each of our lives, including mine. Through it all, serving Ward 10 is one of the most rewarding, challenging, and transformative experiences of my life. I’m turning 28, and I want to share this milestone with y’all.
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 30/08/2025
Let me just say. Minneapolis is the proud home of so many of our trans and gender nonconforming neighbors, and I hope we continue to grow the community we have here already. Fuck anybody scapegoating trans people in this moment.
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 27/08/2025
I’m heartbroken for everyone impacted by the unspeakable gun violence targeting our children and educators at Annunciation Catholic School. I can’t imagine the profound loss the families and loved ones of the victims are experiencing today. My prayers are with them ♥️
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 15/07/2025
My team and I will be at Whittier Park at 6pm tomorrow to knock some doors and talk to Ward 10 residents about the upcoming local election. Join us! Training and snacks provided, just bring your door knocking shoes! Sign up: aishaforward10.com/events
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Volunteer Opportunities, Events, and Petitions Near Me · Aisha Chughtai for Ward 10 on Mobilize
Find events, petitions, volunteer opportunities, fundraisers and more with Aisha Chughtai for Ward 10.
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 12/07/2025
🚨UPDATE: due to the poor air quality in Minneapolis today, our summer Field Kickoff will now take place virtually via Zoom. Sign up to receive the link to join us at 1pm: www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve... Stay safe out there!
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Aisha for Ward 10 - Summer Field Kick Off · Mobilize
Door Knocking Kick Off for the Aisha Chughtai for Ward 10 Re-Election Campaign - Help us reach general election voters for the November Election. We will provide scripts, door knocking lists, traini...
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 07/07/2025
Join me this Saturday, July 12 from 1-4pm at Whittier Park for our summer Field Kickoff. Let’s hit the doors together and make sure every Ward 10 resident is invited to participate in local democracy! Sign up at aishaforward10.com/events
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 07/07/2025
Big loss for Mayor Frey today. Losing an endorsement from SEIU’s members is monumental. The majority of SEIU members who live or work in Minneapolis are immigrants, women, and/or BIPOC. Congratulations on earning @seiumn.bsky.social support, @omarfatehmn.com! Let’s win, together #1u
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 25/06/2025
Ward 10 is famous for many things: the best transit access in the state, your favorite local restaurant, coffee shops worthy of your caffeine addiction, and of course the @wedge.live Cat Tour! I hope to see you tomorrow at 6pm at Mueller Park for the 8th (!!!) annual Cat Tour.
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 03/06/2025
Today, federal agents come into our city with a military style presence. Our community showed up to care for one another. I know you’ll continue to be in the streets, standing up for our immigrant neighbors, bearing witness, and telling agents of cruelty to leave.
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 01/06/2025
After a powerful day of organizing, the Ward 10 Convention ended with us in first place with 52% of the delegates. This win is a testament to our transformative work together over the last 4 years and the power of our vision of a city where everyone has what they need to thrive.
Aisha Chughtai raising her badge in the Ella Baker School auditorium and voting with delegates.
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 30/05/2025
I’m so honored to be endorsed by my friend and colleague @emilykoskimpls.bsky.social! Emily and I have worked across our differences to achieve important wins for Minneapolis residents. Ward 10 Delegates, I hope you’ll vote for me at Convention tomorrow.
Graphic of CM Emily Koski’s endorsement of Aisha. Quote: I’ve come to know Aisha as someone who is relentless in advocating for her neighbors. While we don’t agree on every issue, that has never stopped her from working with me to accomplish a goal for her community. She works across differences and treats everyone who works with her with dignity and respect. If you believe, as I do, that what our city needs is leaders ready to find common ground in order to serve the people of Minneapolis - then join me in supporting Aisha Chughtai for re-election.
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 20/05/2025
My team and I will be working to print tshirts for our convention tomorrow. Join us from 6-7:30pm at Centro Nicollet. Sign up at aishaforward10.com/events
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 16/05/2025
I was 7 years old when my family learned our then-undocumented parent had a breast tumor. Without urgent treatment we couldn’t afford, she had limited time before it became cancer. Healthcare coverage for undocumented Minnesotans, regardless of their age, is personal to me 🧵
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 08/04/2025
I’m so honored to be the only union-endorsed candidate running to represent Ward 10. Earning the support of @seiumn.bsky.social and @uniteherelocal17.bsky.social means the world to me. I’m proud to unapologetically fight for working people who make this city run every single day.
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 08/04/2025
Ward 10 hotties: it’s okay if you don’t want to commit in your love life. I just want you to commit to caucusing for me at 6:30pm tonight. Sign up at aishaforward10.com/commit 🌻💛
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 08/04/2025
I’m so thrilled to share our campaign has been endorsed by Sunrise Twin Cities ! Together, we can build more connected and resilient communities at the local level. Excited to see you at your Ward 10 caucus location tonight!
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Aisha Chughtai @aishaforward10.com · 08/04/2025
Happy Caucus Day! Ward 10, please show up to caucus at 6:30pm tonight! Whittier + the Wedge (north of W 28th St) caucuses at Whittier Elementary at 2620 Grand Ave S. South Uptown, East Bde Maka Ska, and the Wedge (south of W 28th St) caucuses at Queermunity at 3036 Hennepin Ave.
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