Election Day is here! Today and post-election day, we may hear more and more dog whistles, lies, and scare tactics. In addition, we know that protecting the sanctity of our election process is the key to our democracy. So, what should we all be singing together amidst this cacophony of noise?

This election, there is a question on our ballots that seeks to change the state constitution. We are encouraging voters to Vote No. Some politicians in the state house are trying to erode our voting rights through underhanded tactics, all while using racially-coded language to point the finger and feign ignorance about their true intentions.

Repeating harmful and dangerous stereotypes of immigrant communities, even to refute and make fun, is still reinforcing those stereotypes and is dangerous for people. So this month, we are showing you how to respond effectively to future rhetoric.

Wisconsin voters will be asked two questions to amend the state constitution on their August ballot. These potential changes seek to redefine how federal money gets distributed and who has the power to make those decisions. These significant, sweeping changes would impact a wide range of issues voters care about, from education to the environment to how quickly the government can respond to emergencies (like a public health crisis or a natural disaster).

Let's not get trapped in the correct way to say things or the fear of not audaciously continuing this fight because we are still in the fight of our lives for our democracy. We have never fought with bullets and have always stayed true to our values to fight for freedom. The bottom line is that no one gets to take my fight from me, and I won't let fear or hate win.

In Milwaukee, we believe in the power of each other. We are teachers, bus drivers, nurses, retail workers, students, faith leaders, caregivers, and more. We are a community that cares for one another. We believe that our communities know what we need to grow and thrive together.

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our We Believe in Wisconsin campaign. We Believe is a coalition of statewide groups united by shared values and a commitment to a brighter future. Together, we emphasize dignity, safety, and freedom for all, ensuring every Wisconsinite can thrive regardless of where we live, who we love, or the color of our skin.