Tell Marin Board of Supervisors: No warrantless AI data surveillance in our county!

The Marin Board of Supervisors is considering entering into a contract to use an AI system, Peregrine, that can enable local law enforcement to violate the privacy and civil liberties of law-abiding residents without due process. The contract will be considered at an upcoming BOS meeting in September. The specific date is still TBD.

In advance of the meeting where the contract will be considered, Marin residents who oppose this contract should send emails to their Supervisors ASAP. When the date to discuss the contract has been set, we will ask you to send another email to the full Board and to attend the meeting to speak out.

Marin County law enforcement says the proposed the $1.5 million contract with Peregrine will help fight crime. But Peregrine’s artificial intelligence (AI) data integration system is a mass surveillance multiplier - it will chart the day-to-day movements and associations of every law-abiding resident and make that information readily accessible to the government on an easy to use dashboard. Technologies like Peregrine allow police to circumvent due process by gathering, integrating and mining a vast expanse of personal data with no judicial oversight or intervention, no warrants, and no probable cause. 

This AI surveillance violates many federal and state laws and principles, with no formal accountability. Similar systems (like Flock) have already been reported to have been abused for unofficial and illegitimate purposes. And the possibility of this being used in conjunction with unwarranted ICE activities in Marin expands those dangers exponentially. To learn more about the proposed Peregrine contract, read this excellent backgrounder from our allied Marin partner, MVFREE.

We need to voice our opposition and demand that the BOS reject the Peregrine contract. At a minimum, the Board must defer its consideration of the contract to allow for a more fully informed and transparent process:
(1) the Board should not approve the contract without hearing from its own Civilian Oversight Commission whose investigation and recommendations on Peregrine are expected by the end of the year; and
(2) the Board should not move forward without an adequate approval process and criteria for new surveillance technologies.  Santa Clara County in the Silicon Valley provides a good model.  

TAKE ACTION!

1) Find your Supervisor based on your street address
2) Email your Supervisor ASAP

3) Optional bullet points for emails to supervisors:

  • Please reject the Peregrine contract!

  • Technologies like Peregrine allow police to circumvent due process by gathering, integrating and mining a vast expanse of personal data - 99% of it about law-abiding residents, wholly unrelated to suspected criminal conduct - with no judicial oversight or intervention, no warrants, and no probable cause. This violates many federal and state laws and principles, with no formal accountability.

  • There is no reason to rush headlong into a contract like this without a deliberate and fully informed, transparent public process.

  • Please wait at least until the Civilian Oversight Commission completes its investigation and recommendations, expected by the end of the year.

  • Please do not move forward without a better approval process and criteria for new surveillance technologies than in the current data policy, which is inadequate. You can find a good model in the policy enacted by Santa Clara County, which includes many more detailed safeguards.

  • This system threatens to enable the violation of privacy and civil liberties of law-abiding residents across the entire county, without constraint. Similar systems (like Flock) have already been reported to have been abused for unofficial and illegitimate purposes. And the possibility of this being used in conjunction with unwarranted ICE activities in Marin expands those dangers exponentially. This is unacceptable and cannot be allowed.

Stay tuned for another email from IndiMarin with the Board meeting date when it is set. It will make a big difference if as many Marin residents as possible participate in that hearing in real time, either in person or by Zoom. 

Urgently needed: More volunteers engaging with voters! We MUST win back Congress!

With early voting beginning in Virginia on 9/18, just 35 days away, and other states following soon after, the midterm elections are just around the corner. These elections offer the only way to put real brakes on Trump’s reign of destruction. Yet, the number of volunteers doing voter outreach work is lower than previous election cycles. More volunteers are needed across all voter outreach tactics and phonebankers are needed in particular. Research shows that interactive conversations with voters have the highest impact.

Here in California where four “must-win” districts are the path to taking back the House, we have a crucial and short window of opportunity! If you are already doing as much voter outreach as your schedule allows, THANK YOU. If you haven't yet started or have room to increase your hours or to broaden to phonebanking, this coming week is a great time to step it up. Please consider getting involved NOW in any/all of the following ways:

  • THIS SUNDAY AT 4:30 PM is the next installment in our popular State of Play series via zoom. These briefings provide an excellent overview of the current electoral landscape. On Sunday, our electoral advisor, Laurie Friedman, will cover the Michigan Senate race and all House Races, including the latest on the CA races. She will also cover ways to get involved to help Dems win both the House and the Senate! Sign up here.

  • Join a phonebank organized by the California Democratic Party. Training for new phonebankers is provided at every phonebank by supportive mentors. Phonebanks are held every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday. Sign up here. If you are a Spanish-speaker, you are a super valuable asset. Spanish language phonebanks for the must-win CA districts are held on Wednesdays from 5:30- 7:30 PM PT. Sign up here.

  • Join our TURNOUT TO WIN (TTW) Team by making a commitment to spend an average of just one hour per week on voter outreach. TTW Team members enjoy perks like weekly motivational team meetings (attendance is optional) as well as 1:1 or Small Group Phonebank training withe our VERY supportive mentors. Overall, TTW members receive extra support for their voter outreach efforts and have the opportunity to connect with other members who have made the same commitment. We're also planning an Appreciation Concert & Party for TTW members in early October. Join the TTW Team here.

While we tend to avoid profanity in our IndiMarin newsletters, extreme situations are an exception. And winning back Congress in November is an existential requirement for our democracy and for the welfare of all Americans. (If you are worried that your efforts won't matter due to GOP efforts to rig the elections, our best defensive play is WINNING BY MARGINS THAT ARE TOO BIG TO RIG!)

So LET'S FUCKING GO, everyone!!!!! We have moved from marathon to sprint until November 3!

THIS SUNDAY: The next briefing in our popular "State of Play" series

Please join us this Sunday, July 19th at 4:30 PM PST for the second briefing of State of Play, IndiMarin's monthly election analysis and update call. We are increasingly optimistic about a wave of informed volunteers and the voters they will help bring to the polls! State of Play will cover details of critical House and Senate races, as well as election security news and highlights of state elections with national implications. SIGN UP HERE.

Our special focus this month will be on the Senate races, including Maine, New Hampshire, and Michigan who will be selecting their Democratic nominee in the next few weeks. We will share the latest and best polling and where to direct your volunteer energy!

The meeting will include time for a Q & A. Please join us and RSVP here! See you on Sunday!

Let's FLIP CA-22: Meet & Support Progressive Candidate, Randy Villegas

Early money is CRUCIAL to winning campaigns as it funds important infrastructure like campaign staff, offices and other startup expenses.

We hope you will join IndiMarin and a broad coalition of NorCal Indivisible groups on Wednesday, July 22, at 7 PM via Zoom to meet and support Randy Villegas, a young progressive running for Congress in the Central Valley’s CA-22 district. PLEASE NOTE: No donation is needed to attend! Everyone is welcome and we'd like you to have a chance to meet Randy and hear his positions since we will be actively doing voter outreach for his campaign over the next four months!  SIGN UP HERE.

If you are unable to attend the meeting, but want to support flipping this CRUCIAL district, please consider making a donation to Randy's campaign at this link.

According to US News and World Report, “Villegas will be the standard bearer against Republican Rep. David Valadao, one of the most promising targets for Democrats desperate to retake the U.S. House majority and slow down President Donald Trump.”

Randy was also endorsed by Indivisible National in the race, which The Cook Political Report rates as a toss-up, their most competitive category! Indivisible National’s full-throated endorsement is convincing. “Randy’s emphasis on making life more affordable for working families while also fighting the Trump regime’s corruption and the go-along-to-get-along status quo are clear indicators that he’s the bold challenger his future constituents need in Congress.”

With Randy also endorsed by the Working Families Party and Our Revolution, the excitement Randy is generating is palpable, giving the district its best chance in years to flip blue.

Please join us on the 22nd as we welcome Randy to talk about his campaign – and help him raise the funds to propel it to victory. SIGN UP HERE

This virtual meet & greet is sponsored by Indivisible East Bay, Indivisible Marin, Indivisible Sacramento, Indivisible Sonoma, Indivisible West Marin, and Indivisible Yolo.

Thanks for stepping up for Randy in this early phase where financial support is hugely needed!

Wanna rain on Trump's birthday party on June 14? Read on for details....

On June 14, No Kings and the Committee for the First Amendment are coming together for Rise Up, Sing Out — an uplifting national concert event celebrating the freedoms that belong to all of us: speech, assembly, protest, religion, press, and expression. Featuring an all-star line-up of performers, this 90-minute concert event will celebrate the freedoms guaranteed by our First Amendment—of speech, religion, press, assembly, and protest—and the people power that both fuels these rights and is essential to guarantee them.

The event will be streamed with watch parties all across the country—so wherever you are, you can sing along, find inspiration in the performances, build community, and take meaningful action together. Rise Up, Sing Out is about reclaiming patriotism as something inclusive, participatory, and rooted in care for one another — not power, pageantry, or one person’s spotlight.

There are three ways to take part, and ALL of them rain on Trump's parade!

Host a Watch Party - This is a GREAT WAY to grow our community. If you decide to host a party, please reach out to us at info@indivisiblemarin.org and we will support your effort!

Find a Watch Party - A great way to connect with like-minded peeps in your community.

Watch From Home - Let's get all of our screens lighting up with this celebration of joyful community in living rooms across the country as a stark contrast to Trump's disgraceful spectacle in Washington!
America has a long history, rooted in white supremacy, of suppressing the rights of people of color. But our history also clearly shows that people-powered movements are how we end authoritarianism.

Throughout 2026, in the face of unprecedented attacks, millions of us joined together in our communities and held the largest single days of morally grounded, nonviolent direct actions by any movement in US history. Each time we show up, we disrupt President Trump’s attempts to rule through repression and remind the country, and the world, that people power is our path to a truly free America.

Authoritarians want fear, silence, and isolation. We choose joy. We choose community. We choose people power.

Announcing new postcarding campaign: Let's flip Texas!

We are excited to announce a new postcarding campaign - supporting James Talarico in his Texas Senate race! Talarico is running against Trump's corrupt MAGA candidate and represents the best chance we've ever had to have a Senate Democrat from Texas!



Also, our North Carolina campaign to elect Roy Cooper continues! We will be targeting many races over the next several months and anticipate moving quickly through campaigns. Make sure to bookmark and frequently check the postcarding page of our website for updates and deadlines. 

  • Texas. Join our postcard campaign into Texas to elect Democrat James Talarico, an inspiring and compassionate leader who is now optimally positioned to flip Texas blue for the first time since 1993. Republicans are running one of the nation's worst candidates and Talarico is precisely the kind of candidate who can forge a winning coalition under these conditions – with our help. We are writing to Democratic leaning infrequent voters, making sure they know about James Talarico as a champion for regular Texans rather than billionaires. Deadline: Mailing dates for this campaign are flexible! Mail as you complete the cards and by August 15th at the latest. We will follow up with Get Out The Vote postcards in the Fall.

  • North Carolina It’s hard to see how Democrats can take back the Senate without flipping North Carolina. And we have a compelling candidate in Roy Cooper, a popular former Governor and Attorney General who knows how to win in this critical battleground state. We are writing to registered Democrats who usually skip midterm elections or generally only vote sporadically, using a strong economic message as recommended by local experts. This crucial message will spark interest over the summer; we will follow up with Get Out The Vote messages in the Fall. The deadline is July 31st.

Postcarding from home via the Sincere platform: If you have created an account with Sincere you can log in here to request addresses for either campaign. If you do not have a Sincere account, please follow this link to get started. 

In-person postcarding events in Marin County: It’s fun to gather and write together! We have a weekly Tuesday morning event in Novato and a monthly evening event in San Rafael. All materials are provided. There is a $5 cost per person to cover postage and supplies for 10 postcards. Bring a friend! 

  • Every Tuesday from 10 - 11:30 AM PT at Panera Bread in the Vintage Oaks mall in Novato.  RSVP here to join us!

  • Every 3rd  Wednesday evening from 5 - 6:30 pm at Pond Farm Brewing Company in San Rafael.  RSVP here to join us!

Thank you for being part of our Postcard Team!  Onward to November!

Announcing two "Don't Miss" meetings this month

If the constant stream of news regarding Trump's corrupt and megalomaniac actions has you pulling your hair out, you are NOT ALONE. But at IndiMarin, our mantra is "Don't agonize, organize!"

And that's what our leadership team has been doing in recent weeks as we prepare to launch TURNOUT TO WIN, a strategic, impact-driven campaign to TAKE BACK CONGRESS in November to put a structural block on Trump's efforts to destroy all we hold dear in this country. While Trump's popularity levels are at historic lows, we can't be complacent heading into the midterms. We know they will cheat to win. Our best defense is MASSIVE DEM turnout so that there are no narrow wins to be challenged and nothing left to chance. We need to overperform on turnout to be assured of taking back both chambers.

The key to success of TURNOUT TO WIN is YOU. Please sign up today for two key meetings in June to become a part of the TURNOUT TO WIN team!

STATE OF PLAY - Sunday, June 7, from 4:30 - 5:30 Pacific Time
Our electoral "guru," Laurie Friedman, has prepared a detailed analysis of the midterm playing field and will lay it all out for us. She'll preview the electoral landscape for winning back both the House and Senate and provide us with an understanding of the key races and the electoral math to take back control of both chambers. Laurie has led our State of Play series since 2022 and if you've attended in the past, you'll understand why we consider this meeting a "don't miss" opportunity. SIGN UP HERE.

TURN OUT TO WIN Kickoff - Sunday, June 28, from 4:30 - 5:30 Pacific Time
At this meeting, we will provide very specific and tangible individual participation goals for you to be part of a strategic, impact-driven campaign to TAKE BACK CONGRESS in November. We'll provide many options for participation and a system of tiered goals to accommodate a range of lifestyles. If you're super busy, with limited bandwidth to volunteer, we have a plan for you. If you're retired with lots of time and an interest in stepping up in the crucial moment, we have a plan for you. No matter your circumstances, we have a plan that can fit for you. Join us and become part of the TURNOUT TO WIN Team. SIGN UP HERE.

Together, we can take back Congress. Let's join forces to make this goal a reality!

VOTE ASAP in the CA Primary: People, not polls, should determine the winners

We are writing to hopefully clear up some widespread confusion concerning voting in the California primary.

Due to early concerns about two Republicans possibly winning in the governor's race, viral messaging has taken hold encouraging voters to wait till the last week to vote and then to vote for whomever is leading in the polls. This messaging began when there were legitimate fears that two Republicans could win in our jungle primary system. With Republican candidate Chad Bianco now consistently polling around 10%, that concern is very negligible.The greater risk for Democrats now is a low turnout overall.

As covered in this article from Cal Matters, a nonpartisan and nonprofit news organization, "The push to vote late flies in the face of recent pleas from election officials and Gov. Gavin Newsom for voters to get their ballots in early in the hopes of speeding up California’s notoriously slow vote-counting process. “Time is of the essence in preventing election lies from taking hold,” Newsom wrote in a recent letter addressed to all 58 county registrars urging them to “tabulate and release results quickly and accurately.” Turning in a mail-in ballot on Election Day, as some activists propose, is the worst possible scenario for election administration officials."

The leadership team at IndiMarin encourage you to vote ASAP for your preferred candidates. You do not need to vote based on polls. YOUR vote is YOUR voice.

Prior to this election, we have always been encouraged to vote as early as possible. Why? There are several reasons.

  • First, a steady flow of ballots over the election cycle helps election officials efficiently process ballots and prevent a bottleneck if too many ballots arrive in the final days and slow the counting.

  • Second, Democratic volunteers are working hard making phone calls and knocking on doors of voters to maximize turnout. This phase of the Get-Out-The-Vote (GOTV) work is called the ballot chase. When ballots are submitted early, those voters get pulled off the GOTV outreach lists and then volunteers can efficiently focus on those voters who have not yet turned in their ballots. When the majority of voters decide to hold onto their ballots until the final week, voter outreach efforts are far less efficient.

  • Lastly, some people who choose to wait may end up missing the boat for a variety of reasons - sickness, job, family demands etc. Not all voters are as motivated about politics as those of us on this mailing list, and when life intervenes, votes left to the last minute can slip through the cracks.

The danger of widespread waiting is that Democrat turnout ends up being depressed overall. A lower Dem turnout could have negative consequences in MANY of the races on the ballot possibly including key Congressional districts we need to win to flip the House. The potential drop off in overall turnout could hurt Dems in races up and down the ballot.

Below are the stats of ballots submitted thus far with Republicans significantly outpacing us. This statistic is NOT the norm in California where registers Democrats make us about 45% of voters and registered Republicans make up 25%.

If you do decide to delay your vote, do not vote by mail any later than May 26. There have been changes in the postal process and ballots mailed any later may not get counted. If you choose to wait beyond the 26th, make concrete plans to vote via ballot box or in-person.

And if you want to consider polling in your decision, it is recommended to use the results in two upcoming polls, PPIC and UC Berkeley. These are generally considered the top quality statewide polls. However, we do not know when they will be released. Note that polls are not highly predictive, may vary, and may not reflect the absolute level of candidate support.

These two websites may be helpful as you determine your voting choices:

Blue Voter Guide - BVG is a great tool as you make your selections. You can plug in your address, get a customized ballot, make your selections, and create your own "cheat sheet" for when you are ready to fill out your real ballot. Not sure about certain races yet? You can fill it out partially, save your choices and come back to it later. The site also lists endorsements for each candidate which is helpful info to see in one place. It's also a great site to recommend to friends/family who also may be struggling with the length of the ballot.

Cal Matters Interactive Quiz - Still unsure of your choice for Governor? This interactive quiz allows voters to see which candidates match their views.

That's it, ya'll. We'll get through this and then it's on to the hugely important work ahead of us to get out the vote for the November midterms. We'll get started in earnest in early July. Stay tuned for details in mid-June and please be ready to show up for duty then and up through November.

In the meantime, LET'S GET THOSE BALLOTS SUBMITTED!

Start your weekend early this Friday with a May Day protest!

As the Trump regime continues its open corruption and the GOP Congressional and Senate majorities fail to keep him in check, it’s clearer with every passing day the final check on Trump’s self-enrichment and authoritarian power grab is We The People. We’re the heroes we need.

Billionaire-fueled corruption can’t continue if we opt out of the very systems that keep the river of money flowing. The strategy is straightforward: create a jolt of economic disruption on Friday, May 1st, generate awareness, grow our movement, and build momentum towards midterms to win a Democratic majority, accountability, and repair. 

How can you have impact on May 1? Start your weekend early and SHOW UP TO HELP AMPLIFY the May Day messaging from 3 - 5 PM at one of two shopping mall protests in Marin!

For added motivation, invite some friends to join you at the protest and then get together afterwards for a TGIF Happy Hour or BBQ as a further step toward building community (and having fun while we're at it.)

Can't make it on Friday afternoon? Help a spread the May Day message in the morning on a 101 overpass. 

Lastly, if showing up in-person on Friday is not possible for you, our Marin May Day Strike Tool Kit can help simplify May Day actions - this isn’t about perfection, it’s about progress and doing what you can do!

So, spread the word, ask people to join you in your efforts, and remember that no matter how small your personal action may seem, with your participation, the movement grows!  

Thanks for all you do to support the Resistance and help win back Congress in November!

ACTION: 4/16 at 6 PM! Join us for Marin-wide community meeting: What's Next After No Kings!

On March 28th, more than 11,000 of you came together in Marin as part of the single largest day of protest in American history in response to the cruelty and lawlessness of the Trump regime. By showing up, each of you grew the No Kings movement, inspired others, and created a stronger Marin!

On the heels of this historic moment, join us for a community call on Thursday, April 16th, at 6 PM PDT with Marin organizers from various local groups to discuss ways for volunteers to have ongoing impact in the weeks and months ahead, including options for May Day actions. SIGN UP HERE.

We will share the following:

– May Day: No School! No Work! No Shopping!: How to Make Impact in Marin

– Si Se Puede!: Supporting Our Immigrant Communities

– United We Stand: Uniting for an ICE-Free Marin

– Winning the 2026 Midterms: Postcarding, Phonebanking, and Canvassing

– Marin Compassion Coalition: Supporting Our Unhoused Neighbors

SIGN UP FOR THE 4/16 CALL HERE!

***Looking for a quick win? Sign the ICE-FREE Marin Pledge petition. Please also consider attending the Board of Supervisors meeting on 4/14 at 9 AM where the ordinance will be publicly introduced by our coalition.

Please forward this invite to others in your network. Our impact grows as our numbers grow.

This call is organized by various local groups listed at ActMarin.org, an online directory of volunteer groups in Marin County focused on strengthening democracy through civic engagement, elections, and ongoing resistance work. In addition to showing up at protests, join a group to take meaningful action year-round — from voter outreach to issue advocacy to mutual aid. . 


Thank you for your ongoing engagement in the important work to take action in the fight to protect our democracy and the American people from the harms of the current Administration and the Republican majority in Congress, as well as in the campaign work needed to support Democrats in competitive House and Senate races with the goal of winning back Congress to put a major check on Trump’s power.

Help Increase Calls for Trump's Removal via 1:1 Outreach

We have never faced such a dark time in our nation's history. On April 7, 2026, Trump posted on Truth Social, "A whole civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back again," in reference to Iran. Trump threatened the "complete demolition" of Iranian power plants and bridges if the Strait of Hormuz was not reopened, warning he would bomb the country "back to the Stone Age".

Legal experts, human rights organizations, and historians have described these statements as a direct declaration of genocidal intent under the Genocide Convention, which defines it as acts committed "with intent to destroy, in whole or in part, a national, ethnical, racial or religious group, as such."

Since that horrific post, more than 85 House Democrats have called for President Trump to be impeached or removed via the 25th Amendment. Among those are members of House Democratic leadership and prominent lawmakers such as Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.). House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries announced a 25th Amendment briefing to be led by Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) on Friday.

Importantly, top MAGA pundits, including Alex Jones, Candace Owens, and Marjorie Taylor Greene, have also demanded that Trump be REMOVED from office by the 25th Amendment after Trump threatened to destroy Iran’s entire civilization.

No one reasonably believes that Republicans, in great enough numbers, will invoke the 25th Amendment or support impeachment. Does that mean that we stay silent and do nothing? Absolutely not. Elevating the electorate's desire for Trump to be replaced with Members of Congress, especially Republicans, puts more pressure on them to, at a minimum, work to intervene in his warped decision-making process moving forward.

But how can those of us in blue states and districts influence GOP members in Congress? We know that calling reps other than our own is not recommended or productive. A crucial way to impede Trump is to build community and trust by broadening the circle of people with whom we are interacting.

ACTIONS TO TAKE TODAY:

STEP 1 - Call your own reps. Democrats need to hear from constituents so that that even more will start publicly calling for Trump's removal. Using 5calls.org or the 5Calls phone app makes it easy. Click here for phone numbers and a script.

STEP 2 - VERY IMPORTANT - Help pressure the GOP members of Congress through 1:1 outreach to your friends and family in red and purple states. Often called "relational outreach," this tactic is THE most effective form of voter outreach because people who know you are more likely to engage with you.  

Start with an open-ended conversation about the state of our country. Regardless of their political persuasion, some of them may express a level of discontent with how things are going since Trump took office. In these cases, the conversation provides you with a great opportunity to encourage them to contact their senators and representatives to express their unhappiness on any issues that matter to them. And when your friends and family reach out to their friends and family, our impact will grow exponentially

  • PRIORITY STATES FOR OUTREACH - Reaching out to people in red and purple areas is key. See the list of states with at least one Republican senator here. Or use this zip code search to determine if your friend has a Republican Congressional Representative.

  • Brainstorm a list of people you plan to contact.

    • Think about your friends and family. Are any of them from red or purple areas, or did they ever live in one? Do they have contacts there?

    • Review your list of friends on Facebook.

    • Think of people you know from work or school - even “way back when.”

    • Don’t be shy. If you’ve lost touch with some of your contacts, they will likely be pleased to hear from you now!

  • Decide which method of communication is best for each contact.

    • Phone - a good way to connect with an old friend or a family member

    • Text - the preferred method for many younger people

    • Email - good for former colleagues, classmates, etc.

    • Review the Change Conversation Cycle below if you choose to communicate by phone. And remember: Spend most of the conversation listening to them.


WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!

  • Questions? Want to brainstorm? Need inspiration? Have a success story?

  • Contact us at info@indivisiblemairn.org. We believe in the power of one-to-one outreach and are always available to support you!

Yes - these are perilous times, but we are not powerless.

Let’s reach out and reclaim our country!

A Republican Governor of CA? ACT NOW to Prevent this worst case scenario

It is unthinkable that a Republican could become the next governor of the great state of California. Yet, due to our very flawed jungle primary system and the crowded field of Democratic candidates, many are concerned that this horrifying outcome is a real possibility. 

We are sharing an idea from the HODG Newsletter for an intervention from citizens which we think has a lot of merit. Please read their idea below and take the recommended action of writing emails to the low-polling Dem candidates for governor and ask them to drop out. (Note: On 4/11, IndiMarin added Eric Swalwell to the list of candidates we encourage people to email and ask them to drop out, based on the disturbing accusations which surfaced on 4/10.)

From the HODG newsletter:

"California has a “jungle primary,” which means the top two candidates advance — regardless of party. Right now, there are so many Democratic candidates that they’re splitting the vote. Multiple polls show two Republicans leading the pack. If that holds, Dems won’t even make it to November. Yes. Really.

Party leadership has suggested that lower-polling candidates step aside. Some candidates — and voters — are pushing back. Fair. Candidates want their shot. Voters don’t love being told what to do.

And yet.

The numbers are the numbers. And at the moment, they point to a scenario where the final choice in November is between Steve Hilton (former Fox News commentator, anti-regulation, anti-immigrant, anti-choice) and Chad Bianco (sheriff, Oath Keeper-adjacent, “law and order,” pro-deportation and not exactly subtle about it).Which is… well, we don’t even want to think about it.

So what do we do? We bring in the big guns. And those big guns are...Us. We need to pressure candidates to drop out. Because this is one of those times where the collective matters more than the individual campaign.

A HODG-er shared a drafted letter that makes this ask beautifully. Take it, tweak it, make it yours, and send it along to the candidates who are currently polling without a path.

Dear [Candidate],

I’m writing because I care deeply about California — and about this race.

Recent polling suggests that two Republican candidates are leading in the primary, and that the Democratic field is so crowded that vote-splitting could shut Democrats out of the general election entirely.

I have real respect for your public service and everything you’ve contributed to this state. This isn’t about that.

It’s about this moment.

Based on the current data, it does not appear that you have a viable path to the top two. I’m asking you to please consider suspending your campaign for the good of California.

We cannot afford to risk a MAGA-aligned governor. Not now.

You’ve already built a meaningful legacy of service. I hope you’ll consider protecting it — and the state — by helping ensure a Democrat makes it onto the November ballot.

With respect,
[Your Name]


Here are email addresses:

Xavier Becerra: info@xavierbecerra2026.com

Antonio Villaraigosa: contact@antonio2026.com

Matt Mahan: mayor@sanjoseca.gov

Betty Yee: info@bettyyee.com

Tony Thurmond: info@tonythurmond.com

Eric Swalwell: info@ericswalwell.com


There is no time to waste. Mail-in ballots are being prepared in April to be mailed no later than May 4!

Please send the emails if you can—and feel free to personalize!"

Thanks for all of the ways you take action to help our our country, our state and our communities!

Will YOU be making history on March 28? Help Marin Achieve Record-Setting Numbers for No Kings 3!

The GOAL is for Marin County to make history on March 28 for No Kings 3! At over 20 locations throughout the county, freedom-loving patriots like all of you will hopefully show up in full strength to demonstrate and say: IN AMERICA, WE HAVE NO KINGS. 

We had over 10K protestors at No Kings 2 and we want to exceed that number. Will you help us reach the goal by signing up today and then inviting 3 friends to also sign up. 1) Choose a site on MOBILIZE, 2) sign up to help our dedicated organizers better plan, and 3) share with your friends the Mobilize link to the location you have chosen and ask them to join you! 

We have a unique plan for HIGH VISIBILITY IN MARIN. 20 highly visible protest sites across Marin County will light up with protestors in concert and asa unified force. Additionally, in the spirit of galvanizing people to power the NOKINGS movement, a handful of local grassroots activists and leaders will create a “Roving Rally” effect—traversing in decorated trucks across the various sites to “pop up” and deliver inspiring speeches, share calls to action, and demonstrate that when we come together, Marin stands stronger.

Here’s what to know and how to plan:

FIRST - Choose your NO KINGS site!

Rather than one large gathering at the Civic Center, this will be a countywide mobilization consisting of 20+ live protest sites at highly visible and active locations throughout Marin.These sites will each light up with protestors at or near the same time. You can choose a site near you on MOBILIZE.

WHY 20+ sites? Because Marin is geographically spread out, a coalition of grassroots organizers are strategizing and coordinating together to implement a “distributed” day of action with these goals in mind:

  • Create a highly visible, unified critical mass action all across Marin, capturing the eyes and attention of less engaged residents

    • Think of it like a ribbon of protestors strewn all across the county!

    • You won’t be able to drive anywhere in Marin without seeing NO KINGS action!

  • Amplify our NO KINGS! NO ICE! NO WAR! message

  • Inspire others in Marin to join our people-powered NO KINGS movement, use their voice, and push back on the lawlessness and cruelty of the Trump regime!

We’re stronger together, and when others see you take action, you inspire others to do the same!

SECOND - Twist a few arms 😉 and strongly encourage at least three people to join you at a site on March 28: 


THIRD - Make a plan:

  • Make your sign! Consider asking friends to join you for a small-group sign-making get-together at your place on Friday eve! Site hosts will also each have a small stash of “NO KINGS” protest signs to share which will be first come, first serve.

  • Plan to get loud and proud!

    • Wear a costume. Bring noise makers! (Cow bells, whistles, kazoos, paddle drums, etc.) - whatever helps generate enthusiasm and amplify your voice!  

    • We encourage those with trucks to decorate them with NO KINGS! NO ICE! NO WARS! messaging or signs, American flags, and other PRO Democracy paraphernalia and drive throughout the county, pass the various site locations, honk, and generate enthusiasm with protestors and others. Let’s really show the Trump regime that in Marin, there are NO KINGS! Write us at info@indivisiblemarin.org if you would like suggestions/tips on truck decorating.

  • Plan to carpool, rideshare, walk or bike to your site. 

    • Be sure to look up in advance where you can park near your site if you plan to drive.

  • Plan for your own comfort

    • Use the bathroom before leaving the house

    • Bring something to drink to stay hydrated

    • Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather

    • Bring a foldout chair or mobility aid if standing for an hour or more is difficult

    • Know Your Rights - For those interested, Indivisible National is hosting free Community Call informational sessions for No Kings Attendees:

    • WED, March 18 - 5 PM PST/8 PM EST

    • MON, March 23 - 3 PM PST/6 PM EST

EXTRA CREDIT

Volunteer!

  • Feel inspired to help? NO KINGS volunteers will act as site lead host support and safety ambassadors. It’s a great role for people who care. Deescalation training and support is available. If interested, please complete this form.

FAQs

PLEASE NOTE:

This is a no-host event. An ad hoc group of citizen volunteers are facilitating this opportunity for Marin residents to peacefully and safely assemble in line with their First Amendment rights.

A core principle behind all No Kings and Marin protest events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values and to act lawfully at these events. Weapons of any kind, including those legally permitted, should not be brought to events.

All participants agree to assume 100% responsibility for their own safety, conduct and well-being. Please review this guide, “How To Protest Safely” in advance.

LET'S SHOW UP IN HUGE NUMBERS, MARIN! NO KINGS! NO ICE! NO WAR!

Stand Up For Novato Tenants at the March 24th City Council Meeting!

We're sharing an email from Legal Aid of Marin with an urgent opportunity to support dignified, stable housing for Novato tenants.

Last year, 42 tenants at Romar Court were displaced with only 5 days' notice—forced out due to their corporate landlord's failure to maintain safe living conditions. The Novato community raised $73,100 to support tenants with hotels, food and moving costs—expenses that the landlord should pay. Rather than accept this injustice, displaced and current tenants organized into the Grupo de Inquilinos Afectados de Romar Court, inspiring renters across Novato to publicly share their stories of landlord neglect and demand accountability.

Novato renters are neighbors and community members. They are disproportionately low-income, Latino, people of color, and immigrant residents — and they deserve to feel safe and secure in their homes. Right now, many do not. Families living in substandard conditions routinely avoid requesting repairs or contacting Code Enforcement out of fear that doing so could get them evicted. Currently in Novato, eviction for code enforcement red tags and substantial renovations is legal!

We can change this. By passing a Just Cause Ordinance, we can ensure that repairs and code enforcement lead to temporary displacement, not permanent eviction. A Just Cause Ordinance would help tenants feel safe requesting basic repairs in their home.

WANT TO SUPPORT NOVATO TENANTS? HERE'S HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED!

SIGN THE PARENT VOICES PETITION

  • Add your name to the petition to show broad community support to strengthen protections for tenants. More than 250 people have already signed on – Join them!

CONTACT YOUR COUNCILMEMBER

SPEAK OUT - Give public comment on Tues. March 24th at 6pm at the Novato City Council Meeting [901 Sherman Avenue]

  • Attending the meeting and standing in solidarity with Romar Court tenants and other Novato tenants is one of the most powerful things you can do. Use a 2-minute public comment to explain why this is important to YOU.

  • Can't attend? Submit a written public comment here when the agenda is posted on Friday, March 20th. You must submit your comment before 3pm on the 24th.  

Feel free to use the following points in your public comment email. 

  • This ordinance is about fairness, predictability and housing stability – something that everyone deserves, including Novato tenants

  • Tenants should not risk eviction for requesting repairs, and should have the right to return to their homes after repairs have been made

  • This ordinance would incentivize landlords to maintain their properties proactively, turning Code Enforcement from a threat into a shared resource for tenants and the City alike.

  • Tenants who face an eviction that is not their fault should receive strong relocation payments to find new housing

  • This ordinance should cover tenants across Novato—including smaller properties. No tenant should be exposed to arbitrary eviction!

  • This would NOT affect responsible landlords or shield tenants from responsibility—landlords could still evict tenants for nonpayment of rent, lease violations, property damage, and more. 

  • Tenants should receive eviction notices in their own language

  • The City should enact retroactive protections to include the tenants displaced at Romar Court

Thank you for engaging on this important issue for your neighbors in Novato.

GET READY FOR NO KINGS 3 ON 3/28! Marin is Mobilizing in 20+ locations!

We’re showing up on March 28 to demonstrate and say: IN AMERICA, WE HAVE NO KINGS.

In less than two weeks, people across the country (and allies around the world) will gather again for what will be the largest peaceful protest in U.S. history. In Marin, we’re getting ready with a countywide mobilization! 

Here’s what to know and how to plan:

FIRST - Choose your NO KINGS site!

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN? Rather than one large gathering at the Civic Center, this will be a countywide mobilization consisting of 20+ live protest sites at highly visible and active locations throughout Marin. These sites will each light up with protestors at or near the same time. You can choose a site near you on MOBILIZE.

WHY 20+ sites? Because Marin is geographically spread out, a coalition of grassroots organizers are strategizing and coordinating together to implement a “distributed” day of action with these goals in mind:

  • Create a highly visible, unified critical mass action all across Marin, capturing the eyes and attention of less engaged residents

    • Think of it like a ribbon of protestors strewn all across the county!

    • You won’t be able to drive anywhere in Marin without seeing NO KINGS action!

  • Amplify our NO KINGS! NO ICE! NO WAR! message

  • Inspire others in Marin to join our people powered NO KINGS movement

  • Inspire others to take actions to support our vulnerable communities, stay informed, use their voice, and push back on the lawlessness and cruelty of the Trump regime

We’re stronger together, and when others see you take action, you inspire others to do the same!

SECOND - Invite (bribe?) at least three people who have never protested to join you at a site on March 28: 


THIRD - Make a plan:

  • Site hosts will each have a stash of “NO KINGS” protest signs to share, which will be first come, first serve

    • We encourage you to make one just in case – the more, the merrier!

  • Plan to carpool, rideshare, walk or bike to your site

    • Be sure to look up in advance where you can park near your site if you plan to drive

  • Plan for your own comfort

    • Use the bathroom before leaving the house

    • Bring something to drink to stay hydrated

    • Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather

    • Bring a foldout chair or mobility aid if standing for an hour or more is difficult

  • Plan to get loud and proud!

    • Wear a costume. Bring noise makers! (Cow bells, whistles, kazoos, paddle drums, etc.) - whatever helps generate enthusiasm and amplify your voice!  

    • Know Your Rights - For those interested, Indivisible National is hosting free Community Call informational sessions for No Kings Attendees:

    • Know Your Rights: Protest Rights and Safety Practices

    • WED, March 18 - 5 PM PST/8 PM EST

    • MON, March 23 - 3 PM PST/6 PM EST

EXTRA CREDIT

Do you know someone with a truck?

  • We encourage those with trucks to decorate them with NO KINGS! NO ICE! NO WARS! messaging or signs, American flags, and other PRO Democracy paraphernalia on March 28 and drive throughout the county, pass the various site locations, honk, and generate enthusiasm with protestors and others. Let’s really show the Trump regime that in Marin, there are NO KINGS!  

Volunteer!

  • Feel inspired to help? NO KINGS volunteers will act as site lead host support and safety ambassadors. It’s a great role for people who care. Deescalation training and support is available. If interested, please complete this form.

FAQs

PLEASE NOTE:

This is a no-host event. An ad hoc group of citizen volunteers are facilitating this opportunity for Marin residents to peacefully and safely assemble in line with their First Amendment rights.

A core principle behind all No Kings and Marin protest events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values and to act lawfully at these events. Weapons of any kind, including those legally permitted, should not be brought to events.

All participants agree to assume 100% responsibility for their own safety, conduct and well-being. Please review this guide, “How To Protest Safely” in advance.

LET'S SHOW UP IN HUGE NUMBERS, MARIN! NO KINGS! NO ICE! NO WAR!

“DOn’T-Miss” MIDTERMS BRIEFING Today!

Are you fretting about the midterms? Dems have the momentum, but the GOP will do its utmost to cheat its way to victory. What is the current state of play? Which races matter most and how will we mobilize to take back Congress?

Today, our expert electoral advisor, Laurie Friedman, will answer all those questions and more. It's the 2026 launch call for our popular "State of Play" series which Laurie hosts every election year. SIGN UP HERE. 

Winning back control of Congress is critical to saving our democracy and ending the abuses of the Trump Administration. Laurie will preview the electoral landscape for the 2026 midterm election, and the issues and events that will decide this historic election. She will also share information on volunteer opportunities in the most critical races and provide time for Q&A.  SIGN UP HERE.

It's a meeting you don't want to miss. Hope to see you there! 

Time-sensitive! Let's help GOTV to add new Dem districts in VA!

We are living through extraordinarily hard times. Every day brings a new crisis but at the same time, momentum is building towards an historic blue wave in the midterms. We saw record Democratic enthusiasm and turnout this week in the Texas primaries. Now that wave turns to Virginia and we need your help in a critical election there next month!

The courts have now cleared the path for a Virginia Special Election that will redraw their midterm congressional maps. Similar to Proposition 50 in California last year, new maps in Virginia must be approved by voters. These maps could add up to 4-5 seats for Democrats to counter pending new maps in Florida that will do the same for Republicans. The existing margin is thin and new maps in Virginia will keep the playing field even with no new net gain for either party, putting Democrats in a strong position to win the November midterms.

There are many ways to help in Virginia! The election is April 21st and early voting has already begun so every day and every voter is critical!  

The only path to ensuring Congressional oversight of the Trump Administration and holding elected officials accountable to the constitution and rule of law is Democratic control of the House of Representatives. With that comes subpoena power and investigations, control of the budget, and impeachment proceedings.  However, as in California last year, many voters in Virginia are skeptical of redrawing congressional districts mid-decade. There is less than 2 months to convince them what is as stake. Volunteers changed the minds of hundreds of thousands of voters in a short time in California, turning hesitation into a landslide victory. Those volunteers came from all over the country. Today, we need to do it again. We will with your help. The campaign is simply "VOTE YES"; you can read more about it here.

WAYS TO HELP GET OUT THE VOTE:

IMPORTANT NOTE: For the many of you who have decided that phonebanking is not for you, PLEASE RECONSIDER. The technology has advanced significantly in recent years leading to more live conversations. This election, like Prop 50, involves a complex decision and many voters have questions and are unsure of how to vote. Personal, INTERACTIVE conversations can help inform voters, address their questions and are often VERY welcome by the voter. If you are uncomfortable on the phone with strangers, please consider how much MORE uncomfortable you will feel if Dems don't win back the House in November. Please stretch outside your comfort zone and give it a try!

  • Tuesdays 2 - 3:30 pm with Activate America Sign up here

  • Wednesdays 3 - 5 pm with the California Democratic Party and the Rural Ground Game Sign up here

  • Sat 6 - 9 am with Virginians for Fair Elections. Sign up here.

  • Sundays 9 - 12 pm with Virginians for Fair Elections. Sign up here.

  • Every weekdays 3-5 pm with Virginians for Fair Elections. Sign up here.

Postcarding: The mailing deadline for the Virginia campaign is April 8th.

  • Online requests:  If you are already writing postcards with us through the distribution system Sincere, you can request Virginia addresses and the script using your log in. If you need to create your Sincere account, please join our 2026 postcarding team here. You will then receive an email with links to open your Sincere account.

  • In Person Postcarding:  If you are local here in Marin county or nearby, you are welcome to join us every Tuesday at 10 am in Novato and write Virginia postcards with us. All supplies to write 10 postcards are provided for a cost of $5. RSVP here.

Canvassing: All training is provided. Locations, days, and times vary. Sign up here.

Donations to the Virginians for Fair Elections Vote Yes campaign can be made here.

Thank you for your work to win in Virginia and in November!

TAKE ACTION: No War with Iran!

Dear IndiMarin members,

As we slept, Trump bombed Iran. Against the will of the American people, without a vote from Congress, and without any plan to protect American lives or deescalate the crisis, Trump unilaterally launched a military strike that could ignite a full-scale regional war.

But we have the power to stop this. The Constitution is clear: Only Congress can declare war. That’s not a technicality – it’s a safeguard meant to keep exactly this kind of unilateral warmongering in check.


Senator Tim Kaine has introduced a War Powers Resolution to rein in Trump’s illegal military action and block further escalation. A strong vote in the Senate sends a crystal-clear message: we will not be dragged into war.

Demand your Senator oppose war with Iran, and support the Kaine War Powers Resolution.

WAYS TO TAKE ACTION:

Option #1 -  Email via Indivisible National platform
Click here to send an email to your Senators

Option #2- Five Calls app or website
Five Calls is an excellent app and website that we encourage all of our members to utilize regularly. You can easily download the app to your phone or go to www.fivecalls.org on your computer. It provides phone numbers for all your Representatives and Senators and call scripts on a broad range of issues. You can pick and choose which matter to you. Extensively researched background information is provided on each issue. New scripts are added quickly when important news breaks like yesterday..Ideally, we should all be calling our reps often and 5Calls makes it super easy to do so. Click here for the online link to the Iran script.

Option #3- Do-it-yourself - You can find your House Representative and Senators and their phone numbers and email addresses at these links. (Afterwards, please add these phone numbers to your contacts for easy future dialing.) Speak from your heart. 

Thank you for your continuing actions and dedication toward a better America.

Trump is weakening...Help keep the pressure strong!

Our collective resistance and actions to protect our democracy are having a major impact on the Trump regime's agenda. With his poll numbers declining each week, a major defeat with last week's SCOTUS ruling on tariffs, absurd claims that he has "won affordability," and building fallout over the Epstein scandal, Trump is in an increasingly weak political position. Our job? KEEP UP THE PRESSURE WITH INDIVIDUAL ACTIONS WHICH CREATE COLLECTIVE PRESSURE!

IndiMarin is in full swing for 2026 with a range of ways for each of you to have impact against the regime!

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Alternatives to SOTU

Skip Trump's Lie-Fest and instead tune in to the Dem alternative from MeidasTouch and MoveOn as they present the "People’s State of the Union" alongside elected officials, partners, allies and directly impacted Americans. We’re boycotting Trump’s State of the Union and instead gathering together to hear from the everyday Americans reeling from the chaos, corruption, and cruelty of the Trump administration.


Writing Together at Panera - Marin - Tuesday, February 24 at 10 AM PT and every Tuesday thereafter 
Socialize with like-minded peeps while writing postcards to voters in CA-48, a competitive must-flip for the midterms. Some Democratic voters may be unaware that they are in a new district due to Prop 50. We are writing to update these voters and provide both primary election voting dates and information about their new current Republican representative’s votes against health care access. SIGN UP

Intro to Phonebanking - Zoom - February 25th at 4:00 PM PT
If you haven't attended a phonebank over the last year or so, this session is for you! Phonebanking has advanced technically in recent years and we are having frequent and productive conversations with voters due to the newer automated dialing systems. Join us for this introduction to phonebanking with our experienced phonebank leaders and learn how you can be a part of one of the most effective forms of voter outreach. You won't be making calls yourself but will have the opportunity to hear our staff make them and demonstrate how the dialing platform works. SIGN UP

Intro to Calling Your Reps - Zoom - March 4 at 1 PM PT 
Have you been thinking about calling your rep or Senator but wonder if it really works or what to say? Join us for an informational meeting to hear why constituent phone calls are one of the most effective tools we have in a resistance movement. Led by our experienced phonebank team, we will offer training on the "5 Calls" app which connects you directly to your Senator and House Rep offices, and provides a range of scripts. We will work in small break-out rooms and have time for discussion and questions. SIGN UP

"State of Play" Series with IndiMarin: 2026 Launch Call - Zoom - March 8 at 4 PM PT
Join IndiMarin for first 2026 "State Of Play" virtual call as we preview the electoral landscape for the 2026 Midterm election. Winning back control of Congress is critical to saving our democracy and ending the abuses of the Trump Administration. To do that, we need to be informed about the electoral dynamics. Our electoral team will brief us on the issues and events that will decide this historic election. Then, we will share information on volunteer opportunities in the most critical races and provide time for Q&A. SIGN UP

Intro to Postcarding - Zoom - March 9 at 4:00 PM PT
Postcarding is an impactful and easy way to have impact, whether you choose to write on your own or in a group. This monthly call is designed for brand new postcarders and also for experienced postcarders who want to hear about where we will be working this year! Join this meeting to hear from our experienced Postcarding Team Leaders about how you can join our team and work in the elections that will help us win back the House and Senate. SIGN UP

Wine & Whistles Community Gathering - Marin - March 11 at 5:30 PM PT
Join us for a community gathering at a private home in Lucas Valley to assemble Whistle Packet Kits to provide to Marin residents for use in the event of an ICE sighting. We will provide all the needed materials and instruction, as well as a happy hour refreshment menu. SIGN UP

No Kings 3 - Locations nationwide - March 28
We are showing up together again! When our families are under attack and costs are pushing people to the brink, silence is not an option. We will defend ourselves and our communities against this administration’s unjust and cruel acts of violence. America does not belong to strongmen, greedy billionaires, or those who rule through fear. It belongs to us, the people. FIND AN EVENT NEAR YOU AND THEN INVITE SEVERAL FRIENDS!

Thank you for all you do to help protect our democracy and the American people from the harms of the current Administration and the Republican majority in Congress.

TOMORROW at 10 AM: Vigil for those killed by ICE and protest ICE invasion

Just two weeks ago, we came together for a solemn “funeral procession" on the grounds of the Marin County Civic Center. Today, January 24, another person was killed by ICE in Minneapolis.

Say his name: Alex Pretti. Say all their names.

Tomorrow, Sunday, 2/25, at 10 AM, we will gather to line the sidewalks at the Civic Center in front of the Farmers' Market. While no procession is planned at this time, that may change. Please RSVP so that organizers can plan for the anticipated crowd size. REGISTER HERE. 


Signs and placards with the name of the dead will be available. We encourage people to bring their own signs. We will begin to spread out from the entrance to the farmers market which is closest to the Civic Center. (That is the free speech area.)

All Marin protests are no-host events. Individual organizers/groups are facilitating an opportunity for residents to peacefully and safely assemble in line with their First Amendment rights. A core principle behind all protest events is a commitment to nonviolent action. All participants should seek to de-escalate any potential confrontations and also agree to assume 100% responsibility for their own safety, conduct and well-being. 

If you are unable to attend, please consider taking the action below, led by faith communities in Minnesota, at 7 PM in whatever time zone you are in. Step outside and light a candle — on our street corners, with our neighbors, for our communities & Alex. Together we call for #ICEOutNow.