Episode 72: COVID-19 Special - Remote Activism

Hosts Benjamin Rangel and Kacee Ochalek seek out ways to remain active and civically engaged during a time of quarantine, self-isolation, and social distancing. We speak with Angela Harris, a Milwaukee Public School teacher and creator of a local mutual aid network, Angela Lang, Executive Director of Black Leaders Organizing for Communities (BLOC), and Megan O’Halloran, Milwaukee Public School Board Director for District 8. We discuss how residents can support one another during this crisis, how to remain civically engaged, and ways Milwaukee has remained resilient despite difficult times. To learn more visit:Milwaukee Community Care and Mutual AidBlack Leaders Organizing for CommunitiesMilwaukee Public SchoolCenter for Disease ControlWisconsin Health and Human ServicesMy VoteCensusMegan’s action steps include:Thank your elected officialsWork at local election sitesAngela Harris’ action steps include:Reach out to local food pantriesComplete mutual aid Google FormStay engaged after all thisAngela Lang’s action steps include:Donate and amplify organizations doing work to address the crisisSelf-careWhen you’re taking action in your community, share with us! Use #bridgethecity or tag us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.We humbly ask you to consider joining our Patreon so we can continue creating episodes and events that encourage community engagement and open dialogue.For timely content and interviews focused on what’s happening now in our city, tune in to our show on Riverwest Radio (104.1 FM) at 5:30 every other Sunday, or listen online.