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Recap: Not My President's Day
Despite the dreary weather, more than 200 patriots showed up for the “Not Our President’s Day” rally on the square in Hagerstown. We waved flags, held signs, and chanted, “Hey hey, ho ho, Donald Trump has got to go!” Check out the gallery below.
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Ages of Activism
Feb. 22 | 2–4 PM
Eliza’s House — 35 N. Potomac St., Hagerstown
A conversation across generations.
Join us for Ages of Activism, a community gathering designed to bridge the communication divide between younger and older generations. We’ll share experiences, wisdom, and fresh perspectives while exploring how people of all ages can work together for meaningful change.
We’ll also include a fun collaborative activity to practice working together and leave with practical tips for improving generational communication. Whether you’re new to activism or have decades of experience, your voice belongs here. Together, we’ll talk about what motivates us, how different generations communicate and organize, and how shared values can turn into positive community action.
Come ready for great conversations across all generations — all ages are welcome.
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Voter Registration Training
The Board of Elections is hosting a Voter Registration Volunteer training on Feb. 25 at 5 PM at their offices. The state encourages volunteers to retrain each election cycle — please share the Google Form at the link below with your network.
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Immigration Action Update
Training
Did you attend the Feb. 12 ICE Watch training?
If you joined MoCo IRC’s virtual session, we’d love your feedback — what worked and what questions remain?
Feb. 28 — In-Person ICE Watch & Community Care Training (Frederick, MD)
MoCo IRC is offering a two-session training Saturday, Feb. 28 from 11 AM–4:30 PM. One session covers ICE Watch and the other Community Care (attend one or both). Lunch provided. Need a ride? We have drivers available. To receive a link to the registration, click the button below.
Additional Training
WCI Immigration is also working toward hosting our own in-person training with MoCo IRC guidance. Stay tuned.
Advocacy — 287(g) Ban Legislation
SB245 and HB444 passed their chambers Feb. 3 and were sent to the Governor Feb. 12 as emergency legislation. If signed, the ban takes effect immediately and existing agreements in eight Maryland counties must end by July 2026.
Community Care
We’re currently helping a young mother connect with free online English classes — one example of how simple connections make a real difference. Interested in helping? Email Donald.
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Pens to Power
Thank you to everyone who joined Sunday’s letter event — and to those who donated stamps! We also collected donations for the Eliza’s House food pantry, wrote 500 postcards, and nearly 100 letters.
Next event: March 22 | 1–4 PM
Poster-making for No Kings 3: March 8 | 1–4 PM
RSVP: alicejimroberts@gmail.com
More Pens to Power announcements coming soon!
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WCI Rush Hour Resistance
This week, WCI Rush Hour Resisters gather on the Appalachian Trail footbridge on Friday, Feb. 20.
Meet at 3:15 PM to help set up, or stop by before 4:30 PM
Email Dave Williams at dwilliams21783@gmail.com for more information.
For photos, videos, and more about Rush Hour Resistance, go to this link:
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WCI is on Discord!
We're excited to announce that our organization is now on Discord, creating more avenues for communication and connection! For access, go to this link:
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Thank you!
Thank you for continuing to show up — in the cold, in conversation, and in action. Every rally, training, letter, and connection strengthens this community. We’re glad to be doing this work together.
—The Team at Washington County Indivisible
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