“We all do better when we all do better.” ~Paul Wellstone| Join Us This Tuesday! |
| This week we were gratified to see judicial independence take precedence over Trump’s personal agenda when the Supreme Court invalidated the tariffs arbitrarily imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. Trump showed his true colors once again by personally attacking the justices, including some he nominated. Of course he will try another avenue, but it is encouraging to see that the checks and balances between the three branches of government established by the founders are still effective. And underlying the branches is the direct democratic action of people like us. So now is the time to maintain your energy and keep up the good trouble. There are many ways to get and stay involved, so read on and please join us on Tuesday, February 24, at Shadow Rock Church, located at 12861 N. 8th Avenue in Phoenix. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. More details below. |
| February Monthly Meeting |
 Our February speaker is Jeanne Casteen. She is a teacher, mother, former school board president, and the Executive Director for Secular AZ. She wishes bureaucrats and Christian nationalists would stop trying to destroy public education in Arizona! In 2020 she ran for Maricopa County School Superintendent, and in 2022, she ran for state senate in Arizona’s legislative district 2. She is a public education advocate, avid camper and hiker, and lover of dogs. Please join us and hear about her inspiring work on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at Shadow Rock Church, located at 12861 N. 8th Avenue, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Pizza will be served at 6:30, and program starts at 7:00. Bring your own beverage or water container. Please bring human and pet food for donation to local food banks. We will also be collecting new and gently used shoes for Soles for Souls. See you then!RSVP |
| Arizona Legislature/RTS |
 This is Crossover week at the Legislature, which means bills that haven’t passed out of their committee of origin are dead for the year. There will be limited activity in committees, where you can use RTS, but there are still opportunities to make your voice heard by directly calling lawmakers. See the CEBV Weekly Legislative Report for specific information about what you can do. February 23, 2026 Remember, they are counting on you not paying attention! |
| CD1 Protest at Schweikert’s Office |
 Monday, Feb 9th will be the 52nd consecutive week of peacefully holding CD1 Rep. David Schweikert accountable for his dreadful voting record, his overall lackluster performance, and his refusal to meet with us, his constituents. Join us every Monday, 8-9am as we peacefully continue our demand for Schweikert to d |
| Education News |
 The Legislature is continuing its attack on public schools, but we can fight back! RTS on HCR 2007 and use “My Bill Positions” to say NO to SCR 1032 and HCR 2040. Read the weekly education report for all the education news, including information about the voucher reform initiative. Home – Save Our Schools Arizona |
| Support Dr. Teresa Ruiz for Superintendent |
 Desert Progressives co-founder Judy Schwiebert invites you to a meet and greet for Dr. Terry Leyba Ruiz, candidate for Superintendent of Public Instruction. A first-generation college graduate, Dr. Ruiz dedicated her life to public education. She was an elementary, middle school, high school and college math teacher before serving as the President of Glendale Community College. RSVP to receive specific address in Moon Valley. You will also have an opportunity to pick up a citizen’s initiative petition to reform ESA vouchers. Protect Education, Accountability Now! | Get InvolvedRSVP |
Indivisible News |
| The chaos out of the White House is meant to overwhelm us. Our antidote is community. Join Indivisible co-founders Leah Greenberg and Ezra Levin every Thursday at 1:00 p.m. Arizona time to break down the week’s biggest political stories, answer your questions, and map out strategies for taking action. Register below for “What’s the Plan” Register Here |
| Help Register New Voters |
 Join the Maricopa Democratic Party in registering voters! Volunteer at their booth at the Rainbows Festival, the second-largest LGBTQ+ event in Arizona. Multiple two-hour time slots are available on Saturday, March 28 (after No Kings Rally) and on Sunday, March 29. It’s a great opportunity to talk to festival attendees and encourage them to register to vote. RSVP |
| DPI Book Club |
 The DPI Book Club is going strong! We are reading “The Project” by David A. Graham. The next meeting is on Saturday, March 21, at 2:00 p.m. at the home of Cricket Peterson. Contact Cricket at cricket7arizona@gmail.com for more information and directions. |
| Stand Up For Migrants! |
 URGENT: Abe Hamadeh’s Parents Got a Second Chance. Will He Give One to Kelly Yu?ICE Detained a Peoria Mother. Hamadeh Can Help Stop Her Deportation—But Only If We Call Now. Friends,Kelly Yu fled China’s “one child policy” 21 years ago while pregnant with her daughter. She built a life here in Arizona—raising her daughter, running a business, and attempting to gain the required status to stay in the country legally.A few weeks ago, ICE detained her during a routine check-in. Now she faces deportation.Her husband and daughter—both citizens—live right here in CD-8. Congressman Abe Hamadeh represents them—and he has the power to help.Here’s the part that matters:Hamadeh’s own parents overstayed visas and faced deportation over 30 years ago. They were given time and compassion. That’s why he’s even here to serve in Congress today.Kelly Yu deserves the same chance. We don’t know how much time we have—but we do know what pressure can do. CALL HAMADEH’S OFFICE RIGHT NOW  Surprise Office: (623) 776-7911 Suggested Script:“Hi, my name is —, and I’m a resident in CD-8. My address is —.I’m calling to urge Rep. Hamadeh to help stop the deportation of Kelly Yu, a longtime Peoria resident detained by ICE. Her family lives in this district. She has contributed to her community for over 20 years.Rep. Hamadeh’s own parents were given compassion when they overstayed their visas. I’m asking him to show that same compassion now and fight for her humanitarian release.Please file a constituent assistance request and publicly support Kelly Yu’s release. Time is critical. Thank you.” Then, check out Borderlands Initiative Rapid Response training: Sign Up |
| Know Your Rights! |
| What can I do if I fear an ICE raid? What are your rights if ICE detains you?If you fear an ICE raid and would like to be prepared, the National Immigration Resource Center recommends:•Gather important documents for all family members showing how long each one has been in the United States. This can include birth certificates, U.S. income tax returns, utility bills, leases, school records, medical records, or bank records. Put copies into a secure online folder or location you can access by phone.•Identify your emergency contacts, memorize their phone numbers, and make sure your contacts can access all of your documents.•Provide your child’s school or daycare with an emergency contact to pick up your child in case you are detained.•Tell your loved ones that if you are detained by ICE, they can try to use ICE’s online detainee locator to find you. They’ll need your date of birth and country of origin. That’s at locator.ice.gov/odls/#/search. Keep in mind that people held in Florida’s detention centers, Alligator Alcatraz and Deportation Depot, will not be in this list as they are not federal facilities.You, your family, or emergency contacts can contact the local ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) office to initiate an ICE Case Review process. You can find your local ERO office here. Have supporting documents ready.Everyone living in the U.S. has certain rights and protections provided by the U.S. Constitution, regardless of their residency status, according to the ACLU.• You have the right to remain silent. You don’t have to discuss your immigration or citizenship status with police or immigration officers. Anything said to an officer can later be used against you in court.• You have the right to say ‘no’ if an immigration officer asks if they can search you. Immigration officers do not have the right to search you or your belongings without your consent or probable cause. |
| Save the Date! |
 Plans are in the works for the next No Kings demonstration against autocracy. Watch our newsletter and other announcements for details. |
| Calendar of Events |
| Desert Progressives Steering Committee members have been working hard to streamline access to a comprehensive list of actions and events. Check out this link to the calendar on our website. Event Dates |
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| FEDERAL Senator Mark KellyB40B Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510 202-224-2235 Email contact through website, markkelly.com or kelly.senate.gov Senator Ruben GallegoSR-188 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510 202-224-4521 Email contact through website: gallego.senate.gov Phoenix Office3333 E. Camelback Rd, Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ 85018 coming soon Representative David Schweikert 460 Cannon House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515 202-225-2190 Scottsdale Office14500 N. Northsight Blvd. Suite 221, Scottsdale AZ 85260 480-946-2411 STATE Governor Katie Hobbs State Capitol, 1700 West Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85007 602-542-4331 https://azgovernor.gov/ Citizens’ Aide/Ombudsman: (602) 277-7292 |
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