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entertainment2 days ago•30 min saved

Chasing a Bird to the Box Office: The Resurgence of Coyote vs. Acme

An oral history chronicles how the live-action/animated Looney Tunes film Coyote vs. Acme was shelved by Warner Bros. in 2023 as a $30 million tax write-off, spurring a grassroots effort that helped indie distributor Ketchup Entertainment acquire and revive the project for release; the piece details making Wile E. Coyote sympathetic, on-set puppetry and previs work, the involved cast (Will Forte, Eric Bauza, John Cena, Lana Condor, etc.), and the movie’s dramatic journey from vault to potential big-screen return, underscoring art’s triumph over corporate decision-making.

via The Ringer|

#coyote-vs-acme #entertainment #grassroots-campaign

us-politics19 days ago•13 min saved

Wisconsin's progressive frontrunner rides a grassroots surge amid electability fears

Francesca Hong, a 37-year-old progressive running for Wisconsin governor, has built a broad grassroots surge in a crowded Democratic primary with bold plans like universal childcare, fully funded public schools, and a one-year moratorium on datacenters. She faces scrutiny over past tweets and questions about electability in a swing state, as rivals including Crowley re-enter and Evers weighs in. The race, fueled by strong ground organizing and a national spotlight, could influence Wisconsin’s general election outcome and the broader Democratic strategy in swing states.

via theguardian.com|

#datacenters-moratorium #democratic-primary #francesca-hong

politics9 months ago•18 min saved

Mamdani's Progressive Rise to NYC Mayor: From Uganda to the Unstoppable Force

Zohran Mamdani's unexpected victory in the NYC mayoral race was driven by a massive grassroots volunteer effort, innovative campaigning, and a focus on affordable housing and direct voter engagement, marking a potential blueprint for progressive politics in America.

via The Guardian|

#democratic-socialism #grassroots-campaign #new-york-city-mayoral-election

politics2 years ago•5 min saved

"2024 New Hampshire Primary: Biden Write-In, Trump and Haley Campaign"

New Hampshire Democrats are working to write in President Joe Biden's name on the primary election ballot, as he is not officially running in the state. This grassroots effort, led by Democratic officials and activists, aims to ensure that the state's four electoral votes are not endangered and to show support for Biden despite his absence from the ballot. On the Republican side, the field has shrunk with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis suspending his campaign and endorsing former President Donald Trump, leaving him and former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley as the last two major candidates actively in the race.

via Roll Call |

#democrats #grassroots-campaign #joe-biden

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Dean Phillips Emerges as a Biden Alternative in Presidential Race"

President Joe Biden will not be on the ballot for the New Hampshire primary, but Democrats in the state are organizing grassroots write-in efforts to support him. Despite their frustration with the Democratic National Committee's decision to move New Hampshire's primary to the second spot, New Hampshire Democrats are determined to show their support for Biden. The campaign is still in its early stages and will require significant effort, but organizers are confident in their ability to mobilize voters. While Biden's absence from the ballot is seen as a blow to the state's standing, New Hampshire Democrats remain committed to electing him as president.

via ABC News|

#democratic-national-committee #grassroots-campaign #joe-biden

politics3 years ago•3 min saved

"Casey DeSantis Empowers Conservative Moms in Iowa, Launches National 'Mamas for DeSantis' Group"

Casey DeSantis, wife of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, launched "Mamas for DeSantis" in Iowa, a grassroots campaign aimed at rallying support for her husband's presidential bid. The event focused on parental rights policies and mobilizing mothers and grandmothers to protect the innocence of children and the rights of parents. The COVID-19 pandemic has sparked a GOP fervor for parental rights, with conservative parents running for school boards and advocating for the removal of inappropriate school books and policies accommodating transgender students. Republican leaders, including Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds, have championed parental choice as a game-changer. Casey DeSantis' campaign effort gained over 1 million followers ahead of the 2022 election, and she believes that mothers and grandmothers will be the game-changers in the upcoming election.

via Des Moines Register|

#casey-desantis #grassroots-campaign #iowa