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"He has endeavoured to prevent the population of these States; for that purpose obstructing the Laws for Naturalization" -Declaration of Independence Trump suffers major Supreme Court defeat as justices uphold birthright citizenship Fox News, June 30, 2026 MINNESOTA DFL SD14 SD14DFL.COM
"He has excited domestic insurrections amongst us..." -Declaration of Independence At least 40 pardoned insurrectionists face other criminal charges-with 12 offending since Trump's pardon By Linnaea Honl-Stuenkel, Sophia Barriga Hernandez and Alyssa Meiman Crew, June 3, 2026 MINNESOTA DFL SD14 SD14DFL.COM
"For imposing Taxes on us without our Consent." -Declaration of Independence Tariffs Raised Consumers' Prices, but the Refunds Go Only to Businesses Many families felt the sting of the president's now-illegal tariffs, but companies have said little about whether they will share the $166 billion coming back to them. New York Times, April 24, 2026 MINNESOTA DFL SD14 SD14DFL.COM
"...for protecting them, by a mock Trial, from punishment for any Murders which they should commit on the Inhabitants of these States." -Declaration of Independence Minnesota Kicks Off Legal Battle With Trump Administration to Hold ICE Shooters Accountable With the federal government refusing to identify agents or share evidence, the dispute has become a game of constitutional chicken over states' rights versus federal immunity, with implications for others hoping to hold agents criminally accountable. ProPublica, March 25, 2026 MINNESOTA DFL SD14 SD14DFL.COM
"He has kept among us, in times of peace, Standing Armies, without the Consent of our legislatures." -Declaration of Independence "Trump's National Guard deployments raise worries about state sovereignty" BY JONATHAN SHORMAN Minnesoa Reformer, October 22, 2025 MINNESOTA DFL SD14 SD14DFL.COM
COMMUNITY PICNIC WORKER SOLIDARITY Grilled meats & beverages provided. Bring a side or dessert to share if you wish! What: Community Picnic When: 5pm on Friday, May Ist Where: Wilson Park, St. Cloud Who: All ages!
Image of Doug Chapin dressed in a light blue button up shirt with his arms crossed. Text reads: Check mark, DFL Endorsed - Doug Chapin, U.S. House, MN CD6
CENTRAL MN SHYNES Benefit Concert & Silent Auction Help us raise mutual aid funds for local families! Pioneer Place, St. Cloud, MN A FIE AT RE Date: March 29, 2026 Get Involved: • Do you want to help organize this event with us? • Do you want to provide a Silent Auction item? • Know a business or someone who wants to donate a Silent Auction item? Contact Us: CentralMNShynes@gmail.com Together we can support families in need.
St. Cloud Community Policing Agreement -Annual Meeting - Wednesday Feb 25th, 2026 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. St. Cloud City Hall - Council Chambers See the Agreement: (Hold Ctrl and Click the link below) Community Policing Agreement "In cooperation with the community organizations signing this Agreement, the St. Cloud Human Rights Commission and the St. Cloud Police Department will hold an annual public meeting. The purpose of this public meeting will be to report mutual issues in the interest of forwarding community policing and enhancing community relations, and to evaluate the effectiveness of this Agreement." Hosted by The St. Cloud Regional Human Rights Commission & The St. Cloud Police
Caucus Night February 3rd Count Down: 0 Days Attend your precinct caucus! Today is the day! Enjoy meeting your neighbors, and don’t worry if this is your first time - the caucus conveners will help you out!
Caucus Night February 3rd Count Down: 1 Days Set your alarm! There is a lot going on in our state right now. set yourself a reminder to attend caucus night! Don’t forget to factor in drive time, especially if you’re bringing a friend!
Caucus Night February 3rd Count Down: 2 Days Plan Caucus Night Dinner Caucus night doors open at 6pm, so make sure you’ve got a plan to have an early dinner or a snack ahead of time! Full tummies make for clear minds!
Caucus Night February 3rd Count Down: 3 Days Prepare Your Resolution Resolutions form the DFL Party Platform. passionate about an issue? Fill out the resolution form at the site below and bring it with you on Caucus Night!
Caucus Night February 3rd Count Down: 4 Days Spread the word Ask your family and friends if they will be attending their local caucus night. If they have any questions, you can direct them to the website listed below!
Caucus Night February 3rd Count Down: 5 Days Find a caucus buddy! Caucusing is the most direct way people can impact the future of the party. The more people attend, the stronger we are!
Caucus Night February 3rd Count down: 6 Days Learn About caucuses Is this your first caucus? Awesome! Visit the site listed below for more information on what happens, when things start, and how you can participate even if you can’t attend in-person.
Neighbors Helping Neighbors Donation Drive Drop-off hours (updated 1/28) Mon. - Fri. 1 - 7pm Sat. 10am - 1pm Sun. 10am - 5pm Drop Location: DFL Office 1729 W St. Germain ST St. Cloud, MN 56301 Greatest Needs: Milk Beef Chicken Eggs
Caucus Night February 3rd Count Down 7 Day Can't attend in person? Fill out a non-attendee form! Email to SD14DFL@gmail.com by Feb. 2nd Drop at the caucus site by 7pm on Feb. 3rd
Neighbors Helping Neighbors Donation Drive Drop-off hours (updated 1/26) Mon. - Wed. 1 - 7pm Drop Location: DFL Office 1729 W St. Germain ST St. Cloud, MN 56301 Greatest Needs: Milk Beef Chicken Eggs
Peaceful walking demonstration Minnesota nice against ICE Sunday January 25th 12:00 p.m. In front of the St Cloud public library
NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS DONATION DRIVE DROP-OFF HOURS Wed. 1/21: 1-7pm Thurs. 1/22: 1-7pm Fri. 1/23: 1-7pm Sat. 1/24: 10am-1pm Sun. 1/25: 10am-5pm Mon. 1/26: 1-7pm Tues. 1/27: 1-7pm Wed. 1/28: 1-7pm DROP LOCATION DFL Office 1729 W St Germain St St Cloud, MN 56301 Greatest needs: • Canned beans • Pasta - all types • Shampoo • Bread • Sugar Please no more for now: • Milk & dairy items • Eggs • Meats • Diapers • Baby Wipes • Pet food Cash donations can be made to: https://www.givemn.org/donate/Fe-Y-Justicia-1
St. Cloud Ice Out of Minnesota - Day of Truth and Freedom Warm up, meet your neighbors, and get organized! St. Cloud Public Library Mississippi Room, Jan. 23, 1:30 - 3:30pm Sponsored by the East Central ALC
NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS DONATION DRIVE DROP-OFF HOURS Sunday 1/18: 2-5pm Monday 1/19:1-7pm Tuesday 1/20: 3-5pm Wednesday 1/21: 3-7pm DROP LOCATION DFL Office 1729 W St Germain St St Cloud, MN 56301 Greatest needs: • Canned beans • Pasta - all types • Shampoo • Bread • Sugar Please no more for now: • Milk & dairy items • Eggs • Meats • Diapers • Baby Wipes • Pet food Cash donations can be made to: https://www.givemn.org/donate/Fe-Y-Justicia-1
Most Americans Now View ICE Negatively Since June, ratings of ICE have declined broadly: favorability has dropped by a net 10 points among Democrats (from net -71 favorable to net -81), a net 12 points among independents (from net -22 to net -34), and a net 15 points among Republicans (from net +60 to net +45). Favorable, don't know, and unfavorable rating as a percentage break down for each group follows: Overall: 37, 6, 57 Democrats: 8, 3, 89 Independent: 28, 3, 62 Republicans: 70, 5, 25 Black: 16, 9, 75 Hispanic: 28, 3, 69 White: 43, 5, 52 AAPI: 33, 6, 61
BONUS! You will be meeting with your closest neighbors! Community is more important than ever right now. Connect and find out how you can support one another. Senate District 14 - Central Minnesota Democrats
Take action now! Learn more: dfl.org/caucus/ Read the platform: bit.ly/DFLPlatform Fill out a DFL Resolution Form: bit.ly/DFLResolutionForm Can’t attend? Fill out a non-attendee form: bit.ly/DFLNonAttendeeForm Senate District 14 - Central Minnesota Democrats
How can I get ready? Read through the current party platform. Think about what you like, and where you feel like we can do better. Want to make a change? Fill out a DFL Resulution Form with your ideas. We’ll also have these forms on hand at the caucus. Senate District 14 - Central Minnesota Democrats
Who else will be there? The same folks who share your polling place! Caucuses are broken up by precinct, so it’s really as local as it gets! Don’t know your precinct? We’ll help you when you arrive! Senate District 14 - Central Minnesota Democrats
What is a party platform? It is a formal statement of a political party's values, principles, and proposed policies. The DFL platform is truly grassroots, growing from ideas proposed by you and your neighbors. Senate District 14 - Central Minnesota Democrats
What is a caucus? It’s a meeting of neighbors to discuss issues and make decisions about the future of the Democratic party in Minnesota. The Democratic party in our state is called the DLF, and stands for Democratic Farmer Labor. Senate District 14 - Central Minnesota Democrats
Change Starts in Your Neighborhood! Precinct Caucus Night is Tuesday, Feb. 3rd Tech High School @ 6pm Senate District 14 - Central Minnesota Democrats
Minnesota DFL CD6 Debate 2026 - Anson Amberson vs Doug Chapin - January 10, 2026, 11am - 1pm St. Cloud Library - register at www.cd6dfl/debate26
Sixth District Town Hall with Congressional candidate Doug Chapin - Monday, November 17th, 6:30 - 8:00 pm St. Cloud Public Library - 1300 W St. Germain ST, St. Cloud, MN