Dear Members and Friends,

Yesterday, Monday, June 27, 2022, a reproductive rights rally was held at the Ashland Band Shell. We had approximately 100 people protesting at our highest point of the afternoon! There was a tremendous amount of motorists who showed their support by honking, giving a thumbs up and pumping their fists. There were some motorists who didn't agree, but that was the minority. The people who organized this rally (Eleesa Kline, Sarah Wargin and Phoebe Lee) are quite passionate and impressive. There were a good number of League members and friends in attendance and for that, we thank you! It was truly a beautiful sight to see people of all ages and genders coming together in this fight.

We know this is going to be a long fight and we will need to be relentless. The same people who organized yesterday's event will be holding a rally and march on Friday, June 1st at 1 pm starting at Maynard Park (across from the Chequamegon Food Co-op) and ending at the Ashland County Courthouse. We encourage you to attend if you can! Bring your signs, your sunscreen and water. You can find more information at: Hear Us Roar Pro-Choice Ashland. And please share the word with your family and friends.

As always, please reach out to your elected officials and let them know what you think and make sure to vote in the upcoming elections!

Sue Niemi
Kate Miller

On behalf of the Board of Directors, League of Women Voters of Ashland and Bayfield Counties

Hear Us Roar Pro-Choice Ashland

Demonstrate your rage and pain in protest of the supreme court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade at the federal level!

We will have about an hour of protesting at the Ashland Menard Park (Corner of Chapple Ave and Main St) then march to the County Courthouse!

Bring sunscreen, water and your rage!
We will have some pre-made signs, please bring your own or show up with your passionate voices!