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There are two things that Democrats tell me they want:

1. In-person, face-to-face events where you can develop friendships, enjoy collegiality and get a sense of belonging.
2. A feeling of strength to fight Trump’s tyranny. Connect with fellow Democrats, learn self-defense, and know your rights.

I recommend that you attend Law Enforcement in the ICE Age on August 9 at Woods Memorial Library, Self-Defense Training on August 17 at Rising Phoenix Studio, and Know Your Legal Rights on August 21 at Dusenberry-River Library. The programs are limited to 50 people—so act fast! Register Now for all three events – https://secure.actblue.com/donate/democratsdefendyourself

You shouldn’t be frightened to live in your own country. It’s time for you to Defend Yourself!

Part 1: Law Enforcement in the ICE Age presented by Pima County Attorney Laura Conover.

• TIME: in person at 4:30 pm on Saturday, August 9.
• PLACE: the Woods Memorial Library, 3455 N 1st Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719.
• ICE is arresting American citizens.  Conover will reveal how immigration agents are impeding a murder case against a carjacker, the County’s multi-million-dollar lawsuit against Trump, and the County’s demand to see warrants and ID from federal agents trying to bust into county facilities.   

Part 2: DGT Personal Self-Defense Training by expert Victoria Suchanek, who is 5-foot-3 and weighs 125 pounds, but can escape a guy twice her size.

• TIME: in person on Sunday, August 17, from 12:30 to 2 pm.
• PLACE:Rising Phoenix Self-Defense Studio, located at 4500 E. Speedway Blvd, Suite 4.
• Victoria will lead a hands-on self-defense session just for our group. Learn how to break free from an arm grab or a hold from behind—skills for protests and real-life threats (not for use against law enforcement). Techniques are adaptive for all ages, sizes, abilities, and mobility levels, including those using canes or wheelchairs. Open to everyone: seniors, students, parents, and more.

Part 3: Know Your Legal Rights During Extreme Immigration Enforcement presented by renowned Tucson attorney Margo Cowan.

• TIME: in person on Thursday, August 21, 2025.
• PLACE: the Dusenberry-River Library, 5605 E River Rd, Tucson, AZ 85750.
• Cowan has practiced Constitutional and Immigration law since 1986 and is the Founder of Pima County Justice for All. She will explain what Americans should do — and not do — when ICE is pounding on your front door. She’ll also cover what to say and do to avoid arrest at an anti-ICE protest.

There is room for only 50 people. Register Now for all three events at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/democratsdefendyourself