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Mariposa Joins National John Lewis Day of Action – “Good Trouble Lives On”

Mariposa, CA — On Thursday, July 17, community members in Mariposa will join Americans at hundreds of events nationwide to honor the legacy of Congressman John Lewis and fight back against the growing attacks on our civil and human rights.

The local action in Mariposa is part of Good Trouble Lives On — a nationwide day of peaceful, nonviolent action rooted in the legacy of the civil rights movement and inspired by John Lewis’ call to make “good trouble, necessary trouble.”

Participants will gather to demand an end to the authoritarian attacks on our freedom to vote, protest, and organize — and to stand united against efforts to criminalize our communities, roll back our rights, and slash vital public programs.

Local organizers invite press to attend, capture, and uplift the voices of those taking peaceful action in defense of democracy.

WHO:

Hosted by Progressive Mariposa/Yosemite Area Indivisible

We will enjoy inspiring music, speakers sharing stories and information about civil rights, as well as quotes from John Lewis.  Food available for purchase from L&J Tacos

WHAT:

An opportunity for community and coalition-building, celebrating our civil rights and honoring the civil rights legacy of John Lewis.  Part of the National Good Trouble Lives On Day of Action honoring John Lewis

WHEN:

Thursday, July 17, 2025

5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

WHERE:

Mariposa County Arts Park

5013 Highway 140

Mariposa, CA 95338

VISUALS:

Community organizations and information on your civil rights will be available and people are encouraged to bring signs related to civil rights, Good Trouble or John Lewis.  Activities for children will be provided.

 

 

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Progressive Mariposa/Yosemite Area Indivisible T-shirts Now Available for Purchase!

Progressive Mariposa/Yosemite Area Indivisible T-shirts are available for purchase!

You can pick colors and sizes and a couple of different designs!

By our own Jon Meek!

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Celebrating Independence Day: a Call to Conscience and Unity

Celebrating Independence Day: a Call to Conscience and Unity

As our nation marks the 249th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Progressive Mariposa / Yosemite Area Indivisible join millions of Americans in honoring the enduring promise of liberty, justice, and equality before the law. We gather in celebration, not just of our nation’s founding, but of its continuing evolution.

The words “all men are created equal” remain among the most powerful and aspirational in our country’s history. Yet we cannot ignore the fact that those words have not always included everyone. Our country was founded on ideals of freedom, but also on the realities of enslaved labor and the exclusion of women. These truths, painful though they are, are part of our national story, and reckoning with them is essential to writing a better future.

We do not speak these truths to diminish our patriotism, but to deepen it. True love of country demands honesty, courage, and a commitment to grow. Denying the injustices of our past and present does not honor our heritage, it weakens it by ignoring the struggles of countless Americans. But when we face them together, we live up to the very best of what America strives to be.

We are a diverse and resilient nation, built by immigrants, strengthened by community, and driven by hope. The forces of racism, misogyny, and economic injustice have long challenged our ideals, but so too have generations of Americans risen up to defend and expand them.

This Independence Day, we recommit ourselves to building a country where all means all, Black, Brown, Indigenous, White, Asian, Latino, Female, Trans, Queer, Disabled, Undocumented, DREAMer, Muslim, Jewish, Christian, Atheist, and every person who calls this beautiful country home.

Our vision is rooted in compassion, equity, and solidarity. Regardless of how you came to be here, you are our neighbor. You belong.

We believe that patriotism is not about perfection, it is about progress and standing up for our values when our government has gone astray. Together, we will continue the work of ensuring that the promises of July 4th ring true for everyone.

Forever In liberty,

Progressive Mariposa/Yosemite Area Indivisible

 

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