I suspect because that would mean we are actually fighting a civil war against our own government. That’s why Trump wants more ICE here- so he has reason to activate the National Guard - not to defend us but to brutalize us even more and give Trump an excuse to declare martial law here. And then cancel the Midterm elections. Extreme? Yeah.
I believe Walz has put in a call to our Nat’l guard to be ready. So Trump cannot activate to move against us because they have already been called up.
Thank you Simon. We are heartbroken and furious here in Minnesota. It's clear the ICE people are deliberately trying to incite violence. They are also making it difficult for the local law enforcement to do their jobs. We will care for our neighbors and document the unlawful behavior of ICE.
Thank you! Have you been in touch with Jim DeMay? He's currently on a local school board and running to flip MN House district 36A. I was thinking about him while you read the Gettysburg Address tonight, as our carload of NH field staff ran into you at the PA battlefield on July 3 (the battle anniversary) in 1993. I might have a photo of you.
Love Gov Walz! Such a decent, kind man of incredible integrity and dedication to Minnesota and our country. Thank you for sharing this video, Simon. We are living in terrifying times, we must all stay strong, we are truly being tested as never before…
Extremely important that he did this. He is doing a great job under dangerous and unconstitutional circumstances. I wish he would get back in the race for reelection for Gov. He is a great leader.
Thanks for sharing that. Gov. Walz spoke from the heart but strongly and on point. Nonviolent protest, witnessing, and, the part that really resonated -- banking evidence for future prosecution. This will end, and there will be a (legal, political, societal) reckoning.
Great address. Wonderful job. Hopefully Congress takes note and limits or defunds ICE as part of the appropriations bill. Dems need to hold strong. This is a moment for true opposition.
Thank you, Simon, for posting the video of Governor Walz addressing the people of Minnesota. What a great leader! I hope that citizens everywhere film ICE when they are committing crimes. They are nothing but a bunch of thugs. Yes, we must bank as as much evidence as we can against them for future investigations and prosecution.
It’s been a brutal week to live through here - so much deliberate violence - against women, children, young, old, Native people and people of color. Everyone. Including a Lutheran pastor who stepped in front of an ICE agent who was chasing a young girl. And was violently assaulted, detained, and denied bathroom privileges or water or good - for 12 hours.
I’m doing what I can like everyone I know - joined a mutual aid group where i live, and have delivered food and donated to families items like diapers. Helps even if it seems small - and calling my Rep -and Senators pleading with them to be loud and bold.
Thanks for posting the Governor’s video, Simon. I appreciate you helping spread the world. To all your readers, call your GOP reps please folks. Two more people were shot tonight in North Mpls (injured but alive) by ICE. It’s becoming a tinderbox. And the Governor is absolutely correct that violence is exactly what Trump wants. We have to find a way to hold the line.
It doesn't seem small to me, not when people are afraid to go to the stores. Thank you for what you are doing and I am so, so sorry your wonderful state is dealing with this right now. I have all Dem members of Congress here in CA, but am calling them daily focused solely on ICE violence and chaos in Minneapolis.
It’s a horrible situation created by a sadistic, demented madman. If the Gov. calls out the National Guard, trump likely would call that rebellion and would call in the U.S. Army or Marines. Would those troops shoot Minnesotans? A very dangerous and deadly situation. Trump would order bombing of Minneapolis, if he were given the slightest excuse. So, it’s a poker game with an evil ignoramous with American lives as the chips. A friend just mentioned that trump/miller are just looking for a chance to impose martial law, and I agree. At some point, people may simply become fed up and act, which might explode the situation. This is typical trump bullying. One last thought: ICE is composed of some of America’s worst, and they are incompetent. Minnesotans may find a way to run rings around them. We must support Minnesota for all we’re worth. They are the first but likely won’t be the last.
Thank you, Simon, for sharing Gov. Walz's address. Things here in MN are tense and terrifying but we are trying to have courage and to care for our neighbors.
Why is he not calling out the national guard?
I don't know, but that's what I'm hoping he'll do.
I suspect because that would mean we are actually fighting a civil war against our own government. That’s why Trump wants more ICE here- so he has reason to activate the National Guard - not to defend us but to brutalize us even more and give Trump an excuse to declare martial law here. And then cancel the Midterm elections. Extreme? Yeah.
I believe Walz has put in a call to our Nat’l guard to be ready. So Trump cannot activate to move against us because they have already been called up.
Yeah, I don't really understand why people keep asking this. Because that's civil war, that's why.
There was another shooting tonight I hear.
There was another shooting in Minneapolis.
Thank you Simon. We are heartbroken and furious here in Minnesota. It's clear the ICE people are deliberately trying to incite violence. They are also making it difficult for the local law enforcement to do their jobs. We will care for our neighbors and document the unlawful behavior of ICE.
Godspeed Emmy. Sending love to you and your family - Simon
Sending ((((hugs)))) to you here from Texas. ❤️❤️❤️
they gassed a baby tonight.
Oh, my God. . . They didn't? 😢
Yes. As a Texan, I thank Gov. Walz for being just the governor the state of Minnesota needs. And I will continue to stand by Minnesotans. ❤️❤️
Is there a transcript of this address/video available yet?
I will send it tomorrow.
Thank you! Have you been in touch with Jim DeMay? He's currently on a local school board and running to flip MN House district 36A. I was thinking about him while you read the Gettysburg Address tonight, as our carload of NH field staff ran into you at the PA battlefield on July 3 (the battle anniversary) in 1993. I might have a photo of you.
Love Gov Walz! Such a decent, kind man of incredible integrity and dedication to Minnesota and our country. Thank you for sharing this video, Simon. We are living in terrifying times, we must all stay strong, we are truly being tested as never before…
Extremely important that he did this. He is doing a great job under dangerous and unconstitutional circumstances. I wish he would get back in the race for reelection for Gov. He is a great leader.
Thanks for sharing that. Gov. Walz spoke from the heart but strongly and on point. Nonviolent protest, witnessing, and, the part that really resonated -- banking evidence for future prosecution. This will end, and there will be a (legal, political, societal) reckoning.
Great address. Wonderful job. Hopefully Congress takes note and limits or defunds ICE as part of the appropriations bill. Dems need to hold strong. This is a moment for true opposition.
Thanks for sharing.
We have to keep calling. In my calls today, I demanded no more funding for ICE.
Thank you, Simon, for posting the video of Governor Walz addressing the people of Minnesota. What a great leader! I hope that citizens everywhere film ICE when they are committing crimes. They are nothing but a bunch of thugs. Yes, we must bank as as much evidence as we can against them for future investigations and prosecution.
It’s been a brutal week to live through here - so much deliberate violence - against women, children, young, old, Native people and people of color. Everyone. Including a Lutheran pastor who stepped in front of an ICE agent who was chasing a young girl. And was violently assaulted, detained, and denied bathroom privileges or water or good - for 12 hours.
I’m doing what I can like everyone I know - joined a mutual aid group where i live, and have delivered food and donated to families items like diapers. Helps even if it seems small - and calling my Rep -and Senators pleading with them to be loud and bold.
Thanks for posting the Governor’s video, Simon. I appreciate you helping spread the world. To all your readers, call your GOP reps please folks. Two more people were shot tonight in North Mpls (injured but alive) by ICE. It’s becoming a tinderbox. And the Governor is absolutely correct that violence is exactly what Trump wants. We have to find a way to hold the line.
It doesn't seem small to me, not when people are afraid to go to the stores. Thank you for what you are doing and I am so, so sorry your wonderful state is dealing with this right now. I have all Dem members of Congress here in CA, but am calling them daily focused solely on ICE violence and chaos in Minneapolis.
that's fantastic, Sheila! It's not small at all, especially to the people you're helping.
Very powerful. Thanks for sending so late in the evening.
Thank you for sharing this. Love and solidarity from Chicago to Minnesota. There will, there must be a reckoning.
It’s a horrible situation created by a sadistic, demented madman. If the Gov. calls out the National Guard, trump likely would call that rebellion and would call in the U.S. Army or Marines. Would those troops shoot Minnesotans? A very dangerous and deadly situation. Trump would order bombing of Minneapolis, if he were given the slightest excuse. So, it’s a poker game with an evil ignoramous with American lives as the chips. A friend just mentioned that trump/miller are just looking for a chance to impose martial law, and I agree. At some point, people may simply become fed up and act, which might explode the situation. This is typical trump bullying. One last thought: ICE is composed of some of America’s worst, and they are incompetent. Minnesotans may find a way to run rings around them. We must support Minnesota for all we’re worth. They are the first but likely won’t be the last.
God Bless Tim Walz! Damn that man is awesome!
Thank you, Simon, for sharing Gov. Walz's address. Things here in MN are tense and terrifying but we are trying to have courage and to care for our neighbors.