Memorial Day

Cuts to the VA Will Leave Veterans Without the Benefits They Were Promised

Recent federal cuts threaten fundamental services and support for U.S. veterans, farmers, and communities at large.

We will be rallying in support of our Veterans at the Memorial Day Alternative Observance sponsored by Veterans for Peace-Chapter 80. See the event listed below.

Remembering George Floyd

Activists and community leaders across the country held a Day of Remembrance Friday, marking five years since George Floyd’s murder by a Minneapolis police officer.

Congress Proposes Drastic Cuts

from Robert Hubbells' newsletter, "The 2026 Blue Wave starts today"

A few numbers to keep at hand:

• $500 billion cuts to Medicare
• $700 billion cuts to Medicaid
• $267 billion cuts to food assistance (SNAP)
• 8.6 million Americans who will lose Medicaid coverage
• $3.8 trillion new debt for the US
• $7 trillion in tax cuts that disproportionately benefit the top 1%

Upcoming Events

The resistance is building. Show up & bring some friends. Nonviolent mobilization stops authoritarian regimes. Historically 3.5% is a meaningful threshold — you are a part of making that happen — Below is an article from Trump 1.0 that still reminds us that "It may only take 3.5% of the population to topple a dictator – with civil resistance."

Next Zenith City Gathering

When:

Monday, June 9, 5:30pm

Where:

Duluth Labor Temple
(lower level)
2002 London Rd

Come for some fun — creatively connect with community members as we gear up for the June 14th National 'No Kings' nationwide Indivisible events.

We will be making signs, writing postcards, decorating hats for the June 14th Millinery March ...

Bring your own markers, cardboard, hats etc. Some supplies will be provided.

Bridge Brigade Fridays

When:

Fridays until the end of June, 4:30–5:30 CT

Where:

Bridge at 25th Street East
(park behind Perkins)

Bring a sign. Everyone welcome.

VFP Memorial Day Alternative Observance

Sponsored by Veterans for Peace-Chapter 80

When:

May 26, 10:00–11:00am

Where:

Gichi-Ode' Akiing Park, Duluth
(the old Lake Place Park above the lake walk)

Mourn the Fallen - Heal the Wounded - Work for Peace

The public is invited. We will remember the fallen with a solemn bell ringing ceremony to honor All the victims of war. There will be music and discussion the tragedy in Gaza and the continuing problems with veteran's health.

Resistance Lab 101 Virtual Training

When:

Sunday, June 1, 1:00–2:30 CT

Where:

Online

The scary truth is that democracies fall in a matter of months. This training, launched by U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal, responds to our immediate, urgent need to quickly build our capacity to resist.

The training program is designed to build our movement. It looks at how non-violent movements around the world have responded to leaders who seized power in authoritarian ways and the most effective tools and tactics to utilize in these moments.

4th Annual Trans Joy Fest

Hosted by Trans Northland

When:

June 8, 11:00am—04:00pm

Where:

Park Point Rec Area, Duluth

Save the Date for the 4th Annual Trans Joy Fest in Duluth, MN! This year, there will be tons to check out and explore at our event.

Fight for Our Future: For the People

Hosted by Sister District Project

When

June 10, 8:00–9:00pm EDT

Where

Online

As we reflect on the first 100 days of this presidential administration, one thing is clear: the voices of everyday people are more powerful—and more needed—than ever.

Join Sister District on June 10 for Fight for Our Future: For the People to hear directly from the elected officials, alumni, and volunteers driving the movement to build progressive power in the states. From breaking major legislative barriers to fueling grassroots momentum on the ground, these stories show what’s possible when people come together to fight for change.

No Kings Millinery March

Hosted by Good Trouble Indivisible

When:

June 14, 10:30am–12;00pm

Where:

Leif Erikson Park
1301 London Rd
Duluth, MN 55805
(Start at Leif Erickson park at 10:30am, march along the Lakewalk, through Canal Park, then ending at the Duluth 50501 protest downtown at noon)

Join us on the beautiful Duluth Lake Walk as we mock Trump's military parade with our very own "Millinery" March. Wear your very best - silly hats! Fancy hats! Vintage hats! Patriotic hats! Fishing hats! (You get the idea.) Prizes for best in show.

In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings. NO KINGS is a national day of action and mass mobilization in response to increasing authoritarian excesses and corruption from Trump and his allies. We’ve watched as they’ve cracked down on free speech, detained people for their political views, threatened to deport American citizens, and defied the courts. They’ve done this all while continuing to serve and enrich their billionaire allies.

Duluth No Kings!

Hosted by Duluth 50501

When:

June 14, 12:00–1:30pm

Where:

Superior Street & Lake Avenue, Duluth, MN

They’ve defied our courts, deported Americans, disappeared people off the streets, attacked our civil rights, and slashed our services.

The corruption has gone too far. No thrones. No crowns. No kings.

NO KINGS is a national day of action and mass mobilization in response to increasing authoritarian excesses and corruption from Trump and his allies. We’ve watched as they’ve cracked down on free speech, detained people for their political views, threatened to deport American citizens, and defied the courts. They’ve done this all while continuing to serve and enrich their billionaire allies.

Duluth Flag Day
No Kings National Day of Action

When:

June 14, 5-7pm

Where:

Chester Park
1800 E. Skyline Parkway

Everyone is Welcome. Bring your friends & neighbors.

Navigating Difficult Conversations

Sponsored by Rural Assembly

When:

June 17 & 24 1:00pm CT

Where:

Online

Do you struggle with holding difficult conversations? Avoiding conflict may feel easier in the short term, but it often leads to disconnection, resentment, and missed opportunities for growth. Led by an expert facilitator, this interactive series explores how to approach hard conversations with clarity, confidence, and compassion at home, at work, and in your community.

51st Juneteenth Jamboree

Hosted by Duluth Branch NAACP

When:

June 19, 3:00–7:00pm

Where:

Central Hillside Community Center

Here we go again to celebrate Juneteenth with community, fun, family, and a whole lot of entertainment! Join us for the biggest and best celebration of Juneteenth the city has to offer. For more information or to sign up as vendor, volunteer, or info table email Juneteenth@duluthnaacp.org.

Duluth Anti-ICE, anti-deportations pro-immigrant dignity rally

When:

Every Thursday, noon-1pm

Where:

60th Ave E & Superior Street

Duluth Hilltop weekly protest

When:

Every Tuesday 4:30–6:00 pm

Where:

230 East Skyline Pkwy

Protest map below. Green parking. Purple Protest site. Red no parking on church property.

Each Thursday: Calls with Indivisible’s co-founders

Several of us attend the weekly “What’s the plan?” Zoom calls with Indivisible’s co-founders Leah and Ezra each Thursday afternoon at 2 pm Central Time.

The calls are great for keeping you connected with current resistance efforts and strategy nationwide.

Find other events in the northland

Another great local resource

Northern Progressives

Northern Progressives is regularly posting events from groups to our north.

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Events Archive

Northern Action is archiving a slice of the events held by mostly Indivisible groups in our region. This is completely incomplete — just a slice of things of the many actions & trainings happening every day in this area to resist the regime.

Donate

Thank you for your financial donations at the last two meetings at the Labor Temple. Your donations have made it possible for us to rent the Labor Temple and to purchase basic supplies.

Your ongoing support is vital and fuels our continued work and success. For example:

• $70 pays for monthly meeting space
• $50 helps to purchase sign making supplies for upcoming events
• $25 assists in printing outreach materials for community members

Your donation to Zenith City Indivisible Act Blue account goes directly to our local group (AND IS TAX DEDUCTIBLE).

Thank you for your continued support of Zenith City Indivisible.

Out & about

This photo was taken at the pop-up protest to defend Medicaid held in front of Stauber's Hermantown office on May 22.