Minneapolis, MN – The Freedom Road Socialist Organization fall membership drive is picking up speed. The campaign, which began on October 15, has resulted in 260 new general members as of November 5. In San Jose, California, 45 people have joined FRSO.

The membership drive will end on November 15.

Dallas, TX – The Dallas District of the Freedom Road Socialist Organization began with a steady flow of General Membership recruitment, starting with No Kings on October 17. It now ranks second in the FRSO nationwide campaign to recruit 300 new members in 30 days. Currently, the San Jose District is in the lead.

The Dallas District set an initial target of 20, but that goal was smashed within 15 days. The goal was then increased to 50. The district has currently recruited 24 new general members, achieving 48% of its goal.

Minneapolis, MN – Over 100 people gathered for a celebration of Día de los Muertos on Sunday, November 1. The event is hosted annually by El Colegio High School and Danza Ketzal Coatlicue and supported by the Minnesota Immigrant Rights Action Committee (MIRAC).

This year the event included dance performances, a display of altars created by the hosting organizations and community members, and food. The main altar honored those who were killed at the hands of ICE since Trump started his second term. The altar had 108 candles, one for each person killed, each with their name and photograph.