The People's Lobby
@peopleslobbyusa
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We’re leading the fight to win real victories for people and the planet. ✊ People Over Profit. 📍 Illinois. 👇 We Train. We Organize. We Educate.
Chicago, IL
Joined January 2013
1/2: 100+ people turned out to our Fair Elections South Side Town Hall last Saturday on how we can amplify the impact of small-dollar donations and empower people from all walks of life to run for office through a new ordinance.
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RT @WFS_Chicago: "We took action in Springfield with @peopleslobbyusa ! 🚍✊ We met with senators to advocate for critical issues impacting s…
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Illinois achieved something extraordinary by ending the injustices of cash bail. And its successes are something the rest of the country should replicate. Learn about the history behind @endmoneybond and what it means for reform everywhere in @thenation.
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Chicago's rideshare drivers continue to be targeted in another wave of armed robberies and hijackings. We're calling on city council to have Uber and Lyft verify passengers' identities to keep them safe from harm as part of the FairShare Ordinance.
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Get the scoop on how we mobilize for a better future. What's the first step? Sign up for updates and tick the box to talk to an organizer about how you'd like to get involved.
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The time we’re living in demands a response from people of faith. Join our Faith Liberation Movement in a discussion and training on making impactful social justice work a part of your ministry. 📅 Sat, Feb. 22 📍 @fellowshipchi ⏰ 8:30 AM–12:30 PM
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Last week, our members drove 200 miles to the Illinois State Capitol to speak with legislators about criminal justice, public transit, and health care reform. Going to Springfield for Lobby Day is a key part of how we demonstrate our power and push them to take action.
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How do you interact with authorities when engaging in civil disobedience? What happens if you get arrested for protesting? Come train with us on how to protect communities during the Trump administration. 📅 Sat, Feb. 15 📍 TPL Office ⏰ 9:30 AM–12:30 PM
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Illinois has a historic opportunity to use climate investments to improve our lives through the Illinois Climate Bank. Learn about how we can use this funding to improve our communities & build a better society. 📆 Wed, Feb 12 📍 Zoom ⏰ 6:30–8:30 PM CT
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Stand with us to defend Medicaid against dangerous federal threats that could slash access to healthcare for Illinoisans. Join @ProtectILCare for a day of action telling Congress to protect those who need it the most. 📆 Thurs, Feb. 6 📍 Zoom ⏰ 12 PM CT
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The average Chicago rideshare driver made about $9/hour without tips in January 2022, according to a new study from the UC Berkeley Labor Center. Our costs of living are going up, but our pay is stagnating. Learn how our city council could change that.
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RT @SierraClub: Transit justice is climate justice. For #TransitEquityDay, working families share their stories and call for investment in…
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RT @Socialistdrums: What if Metra became a regional rail service connecting the region with frequent service, it can happen, transit is ess…
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RT @SierraClub: Happy #TransitEquityDay! Happy birthday, Rosa Parks! Public transit is a civil right and crucial for climate action. Commun…
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We need to reimagine our transportation system to shift away from a car-based system that prioritizes highways over people, our communities, and our environment. Send a letter to your state legislator supporting clean transit.
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What does #TransitEquityDay mean to you? We want you to channel that energy into lobbying your legislators and investing in public transit in your communities. Join us over Zoom to learn how. 📅 Thurs, Feb. 20 📍 Zoom ⏰ 6:30–8 PM
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We deserve a fully-funded, reliable public transit system that gets Illinoisians to jobs, opportunities, and each other. Send a letter to your state legislator demanding better.
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Chicago's rideshare drivers deserve better safety protections, like passenger verification, so they know who is getting in their car before a stranger opens the door. Visit to learn about how the FairShare Ordinance could make this happen.
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