This past Sunday, Juniper Blessing, a University of Washington student, was stabbed over 40 times in the laundry room of her apartment complex. She was only 19 years old.
Juniper loved to sing and play pokemon, had a passion for meterology, and was beloved by her friends, community, and family. A friend described her as someone who was “so caring, always wanted to listen, always there if you needed her.” This hateful act of senseless violence robbed Juniper of the future she should have rightfully lived. Her story is not a one-off, it is an everyday reality for transgender people in the United States.
Ruthless hate crimes are on the rise, encouraged by the media and directly called for by our fascist government. The Trump administration has designated those who are “anti-American, radically pro-transgender, and anarchist” as valid targets of counterterrorism operations, stating the plan to deal with them in simple, plain language: “We Will Find You and We Will Kill You.”
Our government seeks to silence, erase, and kill transgender individuals, laundering it through the dirty work of loyal murderers.
As we mourn the loss of Juniper and our other trans comrades across the world, we must go further and organize to stand up for the most vulnerable in our communities. We must fight for sanctuary campuses for all students, to protect those at the intersection of different vectors of oppression. Our universities cannot sit idly by as they have been while the Trump administration kidnaps and kills our neighbors, while ordinary civilians murder our peers on their behalf. We must stand up and fight back against the racist, transphobic, fascist government that wishes to scare us out of solidarity with our community.
It is our duty, not just to Juniper but to the thousands we have lost, to ensure the safety and protection of the communities targeted by fascist terror. We demand that the UWM administration—and university admins across the country—institute sanctuary campuses to protect their most marginalized students and staff.
Rest in peace, Juniper Blessing. Let our despair and rage turn into action as we organize to create a better world.
Join us Saturday before the annual meeting for another @francescahongwi South Side canvass! When people learn about Fran, they support her. So let’s get the word out!
The Annual Meeting will include annual reports, Executive Committee officer candidate statements, work plan presentations, the draft 2026-2027 budget, and educational segments. It may also include proposed bylaws amendments, policies, procedures, and resolutions (if formally submitted by members).
The following Milwaukee DSA officer positions are open for a 2-year term (June 1, 2026 to June 1, 2028): Co-Chair, Treasurer, Communications Officer, At-Large Officer, and Harassment & Grievance Officer. The YDSA At-Large Officer role is open for election and will serve a 1-year term (June 1, 2026 to June 1, 2027).
Voting for chapter officers begins after the May 16 Annual Meeting.
The Annual Meeting will include a presentation on any proposed bylaws changes, policies, procedures, and resolutions submitted by members. Proposed bylaws amendments will be added to the Annual Meeting agenda as the Executive Committee receives them.
Submissions are due on May 1, and amendments
Audra and Mason are joined by Amy Goodman, an award-winning investigative journalist, author, and host and executive producer of "@democracynow ", and Carl Deal, documentary filmmaker and director/producer of "@stealthissroryolease ." "Steal This Story, Please!" centers around Amy Goodman's 30 year career as an independent journalist taking on soldiers, politicians, and corporate media in a fearless pursuit of truth.
Come grab a drink or snack with fellow socialists at our monthly mixer at Art Bar on Tuesday, May 12th at 7pm. This will be a casual gathering where you can get to know other comrades who are in DSA or interested in socialism and discuss upcoming chapter events. Please RSVP so we know how to prepare and can contact you if the location changes! All are welcome - whether you are just curious about DSA, you are a new or a longtime member.
A DSA member will be available to answer all your questions on how to get involved.
SUNDAY, MAY 10TH AT NOON AT THE ORIENTAL
STEAL THIS STORY, PLEASE! is now playing in NYC and coming soon to Milwaukee!
Winner of eight audience awards, the gripping portrait of iconic independent journalist Amy Goodman (Democracy Now!) is directed by Oscar nominated filmmakers Carl Deal and Tia Lessin.
Amy Goodman and the filmmakers will also be there for a live Q&A session as well!
All accessibility standards on the Milwaukee DSA In-Person / Hybrid Meeting Checklist (based on the Accessibility Standards for Meetings) will be met for this event.
