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  Brian Harris, Battle Born Progress · [email protected]
March 29, 2023 at 11:46 PM

Keeping Up With The #NVLeg Pt.2

Friend, It’s been another busy week at the Nevada Legislature and this past Monday was the first deadline for the #NVLeg. This first deadline signifies that we are about a third of the way through the session and things are about to move at WARP SPEED!  This week for “Out In F…
  Annette Magnus, IPN · [email protected]
March 29, 2023 at 7:21 PM

Save the Date: Let's Go Take a Hike!

Hi there Friend!Spring is in the air and it’s the perfect time to get out and enjoy some of Nevada’s beautiful natural spaces. But we also want to make sure our natural environment is protected for future generations.  That’s why we're hosting Hike, Hike, Baby! This is our IPN…
  Maria-Teresa Liebermann, BBP · [email protected]
March 28, 2023 at 6:57 PM

🗓️Your #NVLEG calendar highlights for this week!

We've got info on all the #nvleg happenings! Hi Friend,  Yesterday was the bill introduction deadline so we finally have your #nvleg highlights to mark on your calendar!  Tuesday 3/28 3:30 PM - Senate Health and Human Services hearing on SB419  SB419 is the HOPE Act - which wou…
  Brian Harris, Battle Born Progress · [email protected]
March 22, 2023 at 3:00 PM

A Celebration Is In Order! 🥳

Friend, Can you believe it’s been 13 years since the Affordable Care Act became law? Despite the repeated efforts by Republicans to repeal the ACA, it has persisted, expanding Medicaid coverage and reducing the number of uninsured Nevadans by 45%! The passage of the ACA also s…
  Will Pregman, Institute for a Progressive Nevada · [email protected]
March 21, 2023 at 5:56 PM

It’s Here — The Avi Kwa Ame National Monument! 🎉

Hi Friend,  GOOD NEWS! This morning, President Joe Biden designated the Avi Kwa Ame National Monument in Southern Nevada, and we are so excited that the administration has decided to protect this sacred land. We’ve worked hard the last two years, alongside our incredible partn…
  Maria-Teresa Liebermann, BBP · [email protected]
March 20, 2023 at 2:50 PM

🚨Here’s what’s happening in Carson City this week!

We've got info on all the #nvleg happenings! Hi Friend,  Get ready for another busy week filled with a bill introduction deadline and many important hearings. Check out the different bills that have hearings scheduled with ways you can make your voice heard!  Monday 3/20 9:00 A…
  Amber Falgout, Battle Born Progress · [email protected]
March 18, 2023 at 6:00 PM

We're Going Back to Our Roots! 🌱

Will you sponsor Grassroots Lobby Days? Hi Friend,  Can you hear that? 🎧 That's the sound of engaged Nevadans from across the state zipping their suitcases and heading to Carson City for Grassroots Lobby Day! 🧳 Every year, we bring some of our incredible volunteers up to the Le…
  Shelbie Swartz, BBP · [email protected]
March 17, 2023 at 5:22 PM

Let's Keep Our Earth GREEN with Conservation Lobby Day! 🌎🌱

Friend, Join our friends at Nevada Conservation League and other environmental partners as they rally for pro-environmental policies at the #NVLeg! From creating wildlife crossings that prevent wildlife and vehicle collisions to funding the outdoor recreation grant that provid…
  Erin Rook, BBP · [email protected]
March 16, 2023 at 11:00 PM

Mr. President, Let’s Bring Down These Drug Prices!

Hey Friend, Did you hear? President Joe Biden was in Las Vegas yesterday to promote his plan to lower prescription drug costs, including capping insulin across the board for all Americans! It’s an important step toward building upon the key provisions of the Inflation Reductio…
  Brian Harris, Battle Born Progress · [email protected]
March 15, 2023 at 5:44 PM

FWD UPDATE: Hey, I Think I know you 🧐

Friend, Welcome back to another week of the NV Legislative session and another week of Out In Front with Battle Born Progress. Bills are coming out of the oven hot and ready like a Little Caesars Pizza, especially with the BDR deadline rapidly approaching on March 20th, 2023. …
  Brian Harris, Battle Born Progress · [email protected]
March 15, 2023 at 3:00 PM

Hey, I Think I know you 🧐

Friend, Welcome back to another week of the NV Legislative session and another week of Out In Front with Battle Born Progress. Bills are coming out of the oven hot and ready like a Little Caesars Pizza, especially with the BDR deadline rapidly approaching on March 20th, 2023. …
  Maria-Teresa Liebermann, BBP · [email protected]
March 13, 2023 at 4:00 PM

ACTION ALERT: Here’s your guide to all things #NVLeg this week!

Here's what is up this week (so far) at #nvleg! Hi Friend,  Important work continues to be done in Carson City and the coming week is no different. From climate change to gender-affirming care and more, there's a lot to do. Check out what issues are up at the legislature and ho…
  Brian Harris, Battle Born Progress · [email protected]
March 9, 2023 at 4:00 PM

REMINDER:😱 There Are 90 DAYS Until Sine Die!

Friend, Join us tonight for a very special episode of Out in Front! We know that things are moving 100 miles per minute at the Nevada Legislature, but don't worry – we're back to break down what has been happening and what is yet to come! We’ll be joined by Senator Dallas Harr…
  Brian Harris, Battle Born Progress · [email protected]
March 8, 2023 at 11:43 PM

😱 There Are 90 DAYS Until Sine Die!

Friend, WHAT A SESSION (so far)! Last week, snowmageddon wreaked havoc in Northern Nevada! This week, we have a lot of updates to share with you all as the 82nd Nevada State Legislature is ramping up. We want to ensure that you are all aware of what is happening. That’s why on…
  Maria Teresa Liebermann, IPN · [email protected]
March 8, 2023 at 5:00 PM

It’s International Women’s Day — AKA Every Day at IPN! 😍

Hey Friend, This month, you’ve heard that we’re marking Women’s History Month with our fight to preserve the work of the women who came before us. Today specifically marks International Women’s Day, and we’d be remiss to let it go by without reminding you of the valuable work …
  Maria-Teresa Liebermann, BBP · [email protected]
March 7, 2023 at 4:00 PM

ACTION ALERT: Here’s your guide to all things #NVLeg this week!

Make your voice heard at #nvleg! Hi Friend,  We’ve had an interesting couple of weeks at the Nevada Legislature. From canceled hearings to snow storms, just about everything has been thrown our way! That is one of the reasons we developed a guide for each week of the legislativ…
  Annette Magnus, IPN · [email protected]
March 6, 2023 at 7:20 PM

How I Celebrate Women’s History Month 🤩

Hey Friend, Happy Women’s History Month, y’all! While I celebrate this month from the frozen tundra of Carson City, I’m working every. single. day. to move our state toward progress and honor the women who came before me. That’s how we here at IPN celebrate this month. There a…
  Brian Harris, Battle Born Progress · [email protected]
March 1, 2023 at 11:28 PM

⛄️ Snowmageddon or Not, We're Ready 🌈

Friend, Earlier this week, the Nevada Legislature was set to hear two critical bills: Senate Bill 153 on transgender incarcerated persons’ rights, and Senate Bill 163 on gender affirming healthcare. These bills are championed by Senator Melanie Scheible, who will be live tomor…
  Annette Magnus, IPN · [email protected]
March 1, 2023 at 6:08 PM

Who runs the world? Celebrate Women’s History Month with IPN!

 Hey Friend, March marks Women’s History Month. This month, we’re celebrating the cultural, political, and socioeconomic achievements of women around the world.  Here at IPN, we are proud to be a women-led organization, and we see every day the importance of listening to women…
  Maria-Teresa Liebermann, BBP · [email protected]
February 28, 2023 at 10:52 PM

ICYMI: How racism shapes climate change in Nevada

Hey Friend, Last week, leaders from Nevada’s Black community took us to church with a compelling conversation about how and why Black Nevadans are disproportionately impacted by climate change.  We heard from State Sen. Pat Spearman, Clark County Commissioner William McCurdy I…
  Annette Magnus, BBP · [email protected]
February 27, 2023 at 5:01 PM

THE FINAL COUNTDOWN: Join Our FINAL Progressive University!

Friend, The Legislative Session is WELL on its way and to wrap up our Progressive University series, we’re bringing you ALL the lessons YOU need to succeed this session! I’m up here in Carson City to advocate for the issues that matter most to YOU, and now I’ll fill you in on …
  Maria-Teresa Liebermann, BBP · [email protected]
February 27, 2023 at 12:30 AM

ACTION ALERT: Here’s what is up this week in Carson City!

Make your voice heard at #nvleg! Hi Friend,  It’s been a busy few weeks in Carson City and this upcoming week is no different. From trans rights to wildlife crossings and everything in between, here’s what’s coming up this week and how you can participate!  Monday 2/27 8 AM - S…
  Annette Magnus, BBP · [email protected]
February 23, 2023 at 4:00 PM

📚 THE FINAL BELL: Let’s Get Legislative!

Friend, The month of February is coming to an end, and with it, our Progressive University series. Our final episode will be NEXT TUESDAY at 5 p.m. and we’ll be giving you the full legislative rundown of what’s happened up in Carson City thus far!  As you know, I’m up in Carso…
  Maria-Teresa Liebermann, BBP · [email protected]
February 22, 2023 at 8:38 PM

Responding to Environmental Racism

Hey Friend, We need to clear the air. Did you know that 92 percent of Nevadans are breathing air that gets a failing grade from the American Lung Association? Pollution from substances like soot, a byproduct of burning fossil fuels, can be deadly. But African American communit…
  Amber Falgout, Battle Born Progress · [email protected]
February 19, 2023 at 7:40 PM

No More ‘Thoughts and Prayers.’ We Need Policy and Action.

Friend, The time has come for action, boldness, and standing up to curb these appalling acts of violence. Will you join us in this call during our next episode of Progressive University on Tuesday evening?  Every day here at Battle Born Progress, we work tirelessly alongside o…
  Will Pregman, Battle Born Progress · [email protected]
February 17, 2023 at 12:10 AM

ACTION ALERT: Speak Up for Abortion Access!

Hi Friend,  We said you’d have the chance to do some good this legislative session and one of those times is right now!  If you recall last year, after Roe v. Wade was overturned by the Supreme Court, and many other states began restricting or outlawing abortion, Governor Stev…
  Amber Falgout, Battle Born Progress · [email protected]
February 16, 2023 at 4:00 PM

📚 No Guns on Our Campus: Progressive University Session 3

Friend, Last week, we saw the horrific loss of life from gun violence across the country while we simultaneously mourned those who have been murdered in the years previously. We won’t stop saying it, because we CAN’T stop saying it: The time has come for action, boldness, and …
  Will Pregman, Battle Born Progress · [email protected]
February 16, 2023 at 12:04 AM

How We’re Fighting For Present and Future Nevadans

Friend, Can you believe that it’s the second week of the legislative session already? Things are moving fast and we’re committed to fighting for you and keeping you up to date with what’s happening in the Legislature! This week’s episode of Out in Front with Battle Born Progre…
  Annette Magnus, IPN · [email protected]
February 14, 2023 at 4:00 PM

This Valentine’s Day, Show Your Love of Progress 💕

Hi there Friend, Roses are red, violets are blue. Today is Valentine’s Day, can we count on you? 💕 Yes, today is a celebration of love, but here at Institute for a Progressive Nevada, we're not just celebrating with copious boxes of chocolates … first, we have some work to do!…
  Annette Magnus, BBP · [email protected]
February 12, 2023 at 8:10 PM

ICYMI: Join Our LGBTQ+ Ally Training with Sy Bernabei!

Friend, ICYMI:  We’re back in class for another session of Progressive University, this time joined by Gender Justice’s Sy Bernabei as they treat us to their signature allyship training next TUESDAY at 5 p.m. Sy’s presentation will provide a deeper understanding of LGBTQ+ comm…
  Erin Rook, IPN · [email protected]
February 11, 2023 at 4:00 PM

Advocate for cleaner air at the top of your lungs!

Hi there Friend, During this week’s State of the Union address, President Joe Biden reminded Americans that climate action can’t wait.  “The climate crisis doesn’t care if your state is red or blue. It is an existential threat,” Biden said. “We have an obligation to our childr…
  Will Pregman, Battle Born Progress · [email protected]
February 9, 2023 at 9:00 PM

Remember: We’re ‘EARLY’ in Front Tonight!

Friend, Just wanted to send you all a quick reminder that we are LIVE a little bit earlier today at 4:45 pm. We are so excited to share with you our impressions from this first week of the legislative session and what we are looking forward to as we work hard this session to p…
  Annette Magnus, BBP · [email protected]
February 9, 2023 at 4:00 PM

There’s the Bell: Another Session of Progressive University with Sy Bernabei!

Friend, Do you know what that is? That’s the bell! We’re back in class for another session of Progressive University, this time joined by Gender Justice’s Sy Bernabei as they treat us to their signature allyship training next TUESDAY at 5 p.m. In this movement, it’s of the utm…
  Will Pregman, Battle Born Progress · [email protected]
February 8, 2023 at 9:30 PM

We’re Out In Front, Literally

Friend, We know that folks are used to “legislative time,” call of the chair, or one minute recess but for this week’s episode of Out in Front, we’re starting early! Did you know that this week, Annette will be out in front of the legislature, literally? Our fearless leader is…
  Annette Magnus, BBP · [email protected]
February 8, 2023 at 4:00 PM

ICYMI: Biden’s State of the Union Address

Hello Friend, Last night, President Biden delivered his State of the Union Address outlining key policy priorities in the coming years. From renewable energy to gun violence prevention, Biden has a robust agenda that he urged Congress to fulfill.   At this year's State of the …
  Erin Rook, IPN · [email protected]
February 7, 2023 at 8:00 AM

It's me. Hi! I'm the new guy -- it's me.

Hi there Friend, You’re probably wondering who I am and what I’m doing in your inbox. I’m Erin (he/they) and I’m the new Story Bank Organizer for IPN and BBP. No, that’s not my natural hair color, but I’m probably older than you think. (Geriatric Millennials, represent!) For m…
  Annette Magnus, BBP · [email protected]
February 6, 2023 at 4:01 PM

SESSION IS HERE!

Hello Friend, Today, we’ll kick off the 82nd Legislative session! We know Governor Lombardo is ready to privatize K-12 education, disenfranchise Nevada voters, further alienate Black and Brown Nevadans, and not implement critical health care policies we passed last session wit…
  Annette Magnus, BBP · [email protected]
February 6, 2023 at 1:00 AM

Headed to Carson? So is our team!

Hey Friend, I just got up here to Carson City to fight for our progressive values and causes — and tomorrow, I’ll be joined by a few members of the rest of the team! Every time the BBP team heads to Carson City, I know that we’ll be making a difference for everyday Nevadans — …
  Lentil and Pinto, IPN · [email protected]
February 5, 2023 at 4:30 PM

From Our Coop To Your Inbox

Howdy Friend, Here at IPN, we take “New Year, New Us,” seriously… that’s why we’re stretching our wings, and working around the cluck, to serve you the most im-peck-able news clips of the week! But we need your help! But before we get into that, where are our manners? We’re Le…
  Mathilda Guerrero, IPN · [email protected]
February 5, 2023 at 1:00 AM

WE’RE HIRING: Organic Content Digital Organizer!

Howdy Friend, We're excited to announce that our team is looking for an Organic Content Digital Organizer! We'd love for you to apply or for you to forward this to someone who might be interested in applying! But what does the Organic Content Digital Organizer do? They help …
  Annette Magnus, BBP · [email protected]
February 4, 2023 at 4:01 PM

TODAY’S THE DAY: I’m Making the Big Move to Carson!

Hi Friend, TODAY’S THE DAY! My bags are packed, Sassy Sapphire is loaded up, and I’m headed to Carson City to cause some trouble — I mean, make a difference in the lives of Nevadans, of course.  Every time that I head to Carson City, I’m amped up by the knowledge that I’m advo…
  Annette Magnus, BBP · [email protected]
February 3, 2023 at 4:00 PM

Gov. Lombardo Doesn’t Have a PLAN

Hi Friend, Did you know that our friends at the Progressive leadership Alliance of Nevada (PLAN) are ready to deliver the Progressive State of the State? It’s a shame that during Governor Lombardo’s (that still doesn’t sound right to us) first State of the State address, he ou…
  Annette Magnus, BBP · [email protected]
February 2, 2023 at 4:01 PM

SESSION IS COMING! Get ready with us!

Hey Friend, Next week is a HUGE WEEK, y’all! Legislative Session kicks off in Nevada on MONDAY, and we’re chock-full of opportunities to learn and get ready for all the fireworks in Carson City this spring. Starting on Tuesday, February 7th at 5 p.m., we’ll be kicking off our …
  Will Pregman, Battle Born Progress · [email protected]
February 1, 2023 at 8:30 PM

Climate Change is Real...

Friend, This week's Out in Front with Battle Born Progress will be focused on our ever changing climate. We know that climate change is an issue that affects us all! We would like to educate our communities on the impact, solutions, and how to get involved in the climate fight…
  Maria-Teresa Liebermann, BBP · [email protected]
January 31, 2023 at 9:21 PM

Help Us Send Annette to Carson City!

Hey Friend, This Saturday, Annette will be making the trek up to Carson City, to spend the next FIVE MONTHS advocating for the progressive movement up North during the Legislative Session. She's literally moving up there this session because there is SO MUCH at stake! Everyon…
  Annette Magnus, BBP · [email protected]
January 28, 2023 at 6:00 PM

ICYMI: Recapping the 2023 Progressive Summit!

Hey Friend, Another Progressive Summit, another amazing opportunity to gather with our community for workshops, discussions, and networking with Nevadans from ALL corners of the state. Couldn't make it this year? No worries! We have ALL of our fantastic sessions uploaded to Y…
  Annette Magnus, BBP · [email protected]
January 24, 2023 at 4:00 PM

ICYMI: The Top 5 Terrible Ideas Proposed at the State of the State

Hello Friend, Last night, newly elected Governor Joe Lombardo delivered his first State of the State. Much to our expected dismay, Lombardo wants to implement vouchers, roll back criminal justice reforms and implement harmful voter ID laws to decrease voter turnout.  Have you …
  Annette Magnus, BBP · [email protected]
January 20, 2023 at 6:51 PM

TOMORROW! Don’t miss out on the Progressive Summit!

Hey Friend, Time is running out! Have you gotten your tickets for the 2023 Virtual Progressive Summit? Tomorrow’s session topics include: We want to make sure you don’t miss out on our all-star sessions, informative presenters, and inspiring keynote speakers. The 9th Annual …
  Annette Magnus, BBP · [email protected]
January 18, 2023 at 5:59 PM

NEW: Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs at the Progressive Summit!

Hello Friend, DRUMROLL, PLEASE! The 9th Annual Progressive Summit is THIS WEEKEND, and without further ado, we want to let you know that we will be graced with a special message from ARIZONA GOVERNOR KATIE HOBBS! We want YOU to join us but you have to RSVP TODAY or sign up for…
  Annette Magnus, BBP · [email protected]
January 17, 2023 at 10:50 PM

Roe Your Vote: Mark 50 Years of Roe V. Wade with the Progressive Summit

Hello Friend, Last year, we grappled with the overturning of abortion rights as we knew them with the destruction of Roe V. Wade by the far-right extremists on the Supreme Court. We took to the streets, rallied, and fought hard to ensure our abortion rights here in Nevada woul…