Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 04/10/2026We spy Boots on the Ground Midwest co-founder Martha Lawrence 💙⬇️ 041
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 04/10/2026Remember to vote early!!! If you are choosing advance voting by mail, send it back as early as possible and check that it arrives and is counted. Better yet, take it to an official drop box or a polling place! 🗳️ Kansas - Early voting starts October 17th Missouri - Early voting starts October 20th 083
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialRobert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 04/10/2026I continue to warn against complacence. It’s still vitally important that we vote and remain vigilant against Trump’s interference in our elections. But with a little more than four weeks to go before the midterms, I’m breathing a wee bit easier. Here's why...robertreich.substack.comSunday thought: What’s Up With Kansas?The power of kitchen-table economics 551340422
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 04/10/2026Have you signed up yet?? You don’t want to miss this Tuesday with @cindyforkansas.bsky.social! 042
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 05/10/2026At Boots on the Ground, we vote for candidates who share our values. These include public education, accessible and affordable healthcare, clean land and water, and much more. Everyone should vote their values. See which candidates share yours at VoteYourValuesKS.com 061
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Don’t forget to sign up and save the date for this Tuesday! Hear from @cindyforkansas.bsky.social and get a chance to ask her questions. She isn’t afraid to talk to the public. 😏 If you can‘t attend in person, sign up to watch virtually! ⬇️ 022
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 03/10/2026We're hosting candidate for US Senate @hamilton4kansas.bsky.social for a town hall in Johnson County, KS, on Monday, Oct. 19th from 5-6:30pm. In-person seats are limited, but there are unlimited virtual seats, so invite your friends over and watch the livestream together. Link in bio. 1104
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 03/10/2026‼️MISSOURI!!!!! You have until this WEDNESDAY to register to vote!!! Time is running out! Stop stressing us out and go register RIGHT NOW!!‼️ Call your family, text your friends, go tell random people on the street they need to make sure to register, make a yard sign, post it to your socials!! GOTV!⏱️ 01412
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialAdam Hamilton @hamilton4kansas.bsky.social · 28/09/2026You won't want to miss this. 📺 25127
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialCindy Holscher @cindyforkansas.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Kansans, you’ve got two weeks left to register to vote or update your voter registration! You can do both at ksvotes.org 22512
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 29/09/2026“Neighbors in De Soto, Kansas, are rallying behind 67-year-old Ublado Calderon, who was detained by ICE agents two weeks ago while riding his bike and later deported to Mexico.” www.kmbc.com/article/de-s...kmbc.comDe Soto, Kansas, community concerned for man deported after ICE detentionDe Soto neighbors are rallying behind 67-year-old Ublado Calderon after ICE detained him while riding his bike and deported him to Mexico. 065
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 26/09/2026✨VOTE EARLY!✨ Look up early voting locations through your county election office website. For example, early voting Johnson County, KS locations are listed here: www.jocoelection.org/voting-elect... KS-Starts 10/17 MO-Starts 10/20 Check registration and view your sample ballot here: vote411.org 💙 1115
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 22/09/2026📨 The weekly newsletter should be in your inbox! If it’s not, you can read and subscribe using the link below. No spam, just a weekly email full of actions to take and information to keep you up to date on what’s happening in KC. 🔗 bootsonthegroundmidwest.substack.com/subscribe 011
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Mark your calendars for Oct. 17, the next official No Kings Day. This time, we’re swapping a protest and speakers for a march to the polls so we can VOTE EARLY. Sign up here to stay in the loop! www.mobilize.us/nokings/even... @indivisible.org 061
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 07/09/2026Today, we recognize union members and labor activists who fought for the rights workers now have. The forty hour work week, weekends, sick leave, paid holidays, safe working conditions, and much more. None of it was given. It was fought for by working people. And the fight continues. 361354421
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 05/09/2026Democracy Needs You Now Protest! 🪧 Saturdays | 9:30-10:30am | Corners of 75th and Metcalf | Overland Park, KS 0116
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.sociallorainkc.bsky.social @lorainkc.bsky.social · 05/09/2026OP KS showed up today! Come join us on Saturdays, or just come by & honk like crazy :) 093
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 05/09/2026Tell us you don’t understand the Constitution without actually telling us……. 031
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 04/09/2026Have someone in your life that is still uninformed about what ICE is really doing to our neighbors? Do you think they would be mobilized to do something if they just knew a little more? Invite them to this training. 🗓️ Wed, Sept. 16th from 6-7:30p 📍 Northeast JoCo, KS 💻 Registration required 3810
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 04/09/2026Ready to put your boots on and get to work? Whether you’ve volunteered with us before or you’re looking to get involved, come to our volunteer meeting at 7:00pm on Wednesday, Sept. 9th, in Lenexa to learn how you can help. RSVP required. 🔗Link in bio! 054
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 20/08/2026Looking for a candidate to support? Visit @thedlcc.bsky.social 151
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 20/08/2026Election Day is Nov 3! Let’s vote AND support local candidates by volunteering, donating, and spreading the word. 🙌 @thedlcc.bsky.social has identified key district candidates that can make the difference in the fight to break Republican supermajorities. Check them out! 🧵🧵🧵⬇️ 173
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 18/08/2026Join us for our Missouri Meet-Up this Wednesday at 6pm! Hear from @abortionaction.bsky.social and grab a sign. 🗓️ Wed. August 19th, 6pm 📍 7850 Holmes Rd KCMO 092
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialACLU @aclu.org · 05/08/2026With the people’s power to effect change on the line, Missouri voters showed up to defend their rights. And in November, when abortion rights are on the ballot, they’ll do it again. 12956225
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 03/08/2026Put 1-866-OUR VOTE in your contacts so it's ready if needed tomorrow, and in November! 📱 052
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 01/08/2026Kansas and Missouri, what’s your voting plan?? 🗳️ 395
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialACLU of Kansas @aclukansas.bsky.social · 01/08/2026Our judges should be worried about the Constitution, not securing campaign donations from billionaire donors. On August 4, we have the chance to ensure the rule of law remains the court's top priority. 072
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 02/08/2026Don't forget to call 1-866-OUR VOTE if you have any questions or issues voting! ☎️ 051
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 02/08/2026Tuesday, KS will decide whether we change our merit-based process for choosing Supreme Court justices. Kris Kobach has openly stated a yes vote would clear a path for restricting abortion access. VOTE NO this Tuesday. Full @washingtonpost.com article here: www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202... 0134
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 20/07/2026It’s not enough for our immigrant neighbors to know we’re against ICE. They need to know we stand WITH THEM. Please join BotG and El Centro for a vigil and rally at 3pm THIS THURSDAY aimed at offering love and support to the Olathe, KS immigrant community. www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve... 0136
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 15/07/2026We’re collecting diapers and formula for El Centro at our July 20th meet-up, so bring a box or can! 041
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 14/07/2026MISSOURI! “Show me” those signs! Post your Vote No on 4&5 signs and tag us. Let’s spread the word. Vote No on 4&5 this August 4 in Missouri to protect MO taxpayers and the majority rule. 🙌 082
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 13/07/2026From Kansas City, to Houston, to Biddeford, to Minneapolis, to Portland, to every single city in the U.S.: ABOLISH ICE. 0133
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialThe Lincoln Project @lincolnproject.us · 06/07/2026Trump campaigned on lowering prices of everything. All he has done since is take your tax dollars and gild everything he can. 1261298412
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Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 05/07/2026Join us to support Center of Grace's goal to provide 1500 backpacks full of school supplies to kids at their year end summer celebration! Drop the supplies at SMUUCH in Lenexa, KS, this Wednesday from 5-7pm. Can't go shopping but still want to help? Donate money here: pushpay.com/g/centerofgr... 032
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 05/07/2026TOMORROW!! ⬇️ 043
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialKansas City DSA @kcdsa.org · 05/07/2026ICE activity has increased dramatically across the metro in the last couple weeks. Masked agents are terrorizing our neighbors, profiling them based on their language and skin tone, and kidnapping them off the street. We can stop this. 1188
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 05/07/2026Its Community Hubs week! Find a Hub close to you or one what works with your schedule and meet with neighbors to make real community change. 💙 Find your hub and sign up here: www.mobilize.us?q=hubs 033
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 03/07/2026This morning, volunteers canvassed over 1,170 apartments, houses, and a dozen businesses passing out Know Your Rights information in Olathe, KS. There has been a surge in 🧊 activity in KC. One way to help communities is to educate businesses and neighbors on how to stay safe by canvassing. 1185
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 04/07/2026Today we are choosing to celebrate the people and communities who stand up for what's right and give us hope for a better future. Don't give up. Dissent is patriotic. 11749251
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 01/07/2026Voter registration deadlines are fast approaching. Check your voter registration and tell your friends to do the same! Missouri deadline - July 8th (NEXT WEEK!) 🔗 voteroutreach.sos.mo.gov/portal Kansas deadline - July 14th 🔗 myvoteinfo.voteks.org/voterview 053
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 01/07/2026More activity this week in KCMO, KCK, Olathe and Lawrence. Check ICEOUT.org daily for details. If you haven't attended a community defense training yet, join us on Wednesday, July 15th, to learn what you can do if you spot ICE. Find the registration link in our bio. 0117
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialksimpartialcourts.bsky.social @ksimpartialcourts.bsky.social · 02/07/2026VOTE NO on AUGUST 4th. 0105
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 28/06/2026JoCo Mutual Aid is collecting school supplies for Center of Grace. Let's get those 1,500 backpacks filled! 🍎 Drive through SMUUCH's parking lot (9400 Pflumm Rd) on Wednesday, July 8th, from 5-7pm to drop off supplies. You can also donate monetarily using the QR code on the flyer. 0106
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 28/06/2026Make sure you never miss important events, local democracy news, or opportunities to take action. Subscribe to our Substack newsletter. bootsonthegroundmidwest.substack.com 051
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 29/06/2026There’s been a spike in 🧊 activity in our communities lately, but you probably won’t hear about it on the news. ICEOUT.org provides daily reports, submitted by community members. 01410
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 22/06/2026Do you work in healthcare? Join Minneapolis healthcare workers this Saturday to learn about immigrant rights and best practices to keep our patients, colleagues, and communities safe. Location will be sent after signing up. Have questions? Email: loveandhealing26@proton.me 053
Reposted by @jjpaige.bsky.socialBoots on the Ground Midwest @bootsonthegroundkc.bsky.social · 22/06/2026During the Kansas primary election this August, judicial impartiality will be on the line. Join us Wednesday at 6:30pm for a panel discussion that will help participants understand why electing KS Supreme Court Justices will not make the court more democratic. www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve... 042
