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Indivisible Durango
Working to safeguard our democracy and quality of life now and for future generations, since 2017.
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Online Food Drive!
An umbrella organization has been created to hold funds for all the food banks in the area - five counties all together! Money is the best way to help, since food banks have better buying power (discounts, etc) than we do! Please donate and share this!
Find help
If you are looking at tough choices, go to findhelp.org. Type in your zip code, and get connected to local food banks free groceries, and emergency aid. It works in every city. No strings. Just help.
Sign the Petition and Let’s Bring Them Home!
Sign the petition to bring home the Jaramillo-Patino Family that continues to be detained by ICE despite NOT being the intended target and following all of the asylum rules!
"We respectfully and urgently request that release and parole be granted immediately for Jana, Kewin, and Fernando so that they may be reunited with the mother in Durango, Colorado. This family deserves the opportunity to continue their asylum case in freedom and dignity, surrounded by the community that cares for them."
Call Representative Jeff Hurd and Senator Michael Bennet to get these two kids found and released.
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Rep. Hurd: 970-317-6167 / 202-225-4676
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Senator Bennet: 970-259-1710 / 202-224-5852
ASK JEFF HURD TO DO HIS JOB!!
EMAIL OR CALL REP JEFF HURD TO URGE THE SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE TO:
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Work on ending the Government Shutdown
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Swear in Adelita Grijalva (recently elected AZ rep)
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Stop Hiding the Epstein Files
Click here to view the Action Alert for contact info, scripts, and links and more.
CALL TO ACTION
Local Actions
Sign the petition!
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement: Petition for Immediate Parole for the Jaramillo Patiño Family
Copy and paste this email to friends to spread the word:
Subject: Sign the petition! U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement: Petition for Immediate Parole for the Jaramillo Patiño Family
Body:
Friend,
I signed a petition on Action Network telling U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. to Petition for Immediate Parole for the Jaramillo Patiño Family.
RE: Urgent Request for Immediate Parole for Jana Jaramillo Patiño, Kewin Daniel Patiño Bustamante, and Fernando Jaramillo Solano. We, the undersigned members of the Durango, Colorado community, and concerned citizens, are writing to express our deep concern and heartfelt support for Jana Jaramillo Patiño, Kewin Daniel Patiño Bustamante, and Fernando Jaramillo Solano. They are currently detained in the South Texas Immigration Detention Center in Dilley, TX. Our Urgent Request We respectfully and urgently request that parole be granted immediately for Jana, Kewin, and Fernando so that they may be reunited with the mother in Durango, Colorado. This family deserves the opportunity to continue their asylum case in freedom and dignity, surrounded by the community that cares for them. Reasons for Immediate Parole Wrongful Detention/Mistaken Identity: We understand their detention on Monday, October 27, 2025, appears to be the result of a mistaken identity, as ICE agents were reportedly seeking a different individual. Strong Community Ties: The father is a hard-working member of the community, and the children are good and responsible students. Their detention has affected our entire local community, as they have shown deep respect for the laws and values of this country. No Flight or Safety Risk: We firmly believe they are not a flight risk and are not a danger to the community. They have deep community ties here in Durango. Community Support is Guaranteed: Many of us in the community stand ready to provide them with housing, financial support, and assistance in meeting all required check-ins and appointments should they be granted parole. As members of this community who believe in fairness, justice, the rule of law and compassion, we ask you to consider the immense hardship this asylum-seeking family has already endured. Please allow them to pursue their case from home.
Can you join me and take action?
Sign the petition here: https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/petition-for-immediate-parole-for-the-jaramillo-patino-family?source=email&
Thanks!
Workforce Housing YIMBY
The Durango Herald has reported that residents in some local neighborhoods have expressed significant opposition to the City’s proposal to build workforce housing in their neighborhood. One way to support local workforce housing is to have a 'YIMBY' group, meaning 'Yes, in my backyard', to show up at select Planning Commission meetings to speak in favor of proposed Affordable and Workforce Housing projects. These YIMBY groups started in 2014, and are now nation-wide. We also want to encourage the City to invite folks who may live in this housing to attend these meetings. Anyone interested in being a member of the “YIMBY” group, please contact us.
Legistlative Action
ASK JEFF HURD TO DO HIS JOB!!
EMAIL OR CALL REP JEFF HURD TO URGE THE SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE TO:
- Work on ending the Government Shutdown
- Swear in Adelita Grijalva (recently elected AZ rep)
- Stop Hiding the Epstein Files
WHO TO CONTACT : US HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Representative Jeff Hurd
Phone: (970) 317-6167 (Durango) or 202-225-4676 (DC Office)
Email: https://hurd.house.gov/contact
WHEN IS MEMBER TO CALL OR WRITE : NOW - ONGOING
SUGGESTED MEMBER SCRIPT - You can state this in your own voice. Here is a suggestion:
“Hi, my name is …, I'm a constituent from “i.e., Durango” zip code 81***. I am asking you as my congressional representative to urge the Speaker of the House, Rep Mike Johnson, to bring members back in session and work on ending the government shutdown, immediately swear in and seat Representative Adelita Grijalva (the recently elected Arizona US Representative), and stop hiding the Epstein Files.
WHY THIS IS IMPORTANT (2 sentences on issue)
With Federal employees furloughed now, SNAP food assistance disappearing next Saturday, and the subsidies for 'Obamacare' ending right before 'open enrollment' for next year (with doubling or tripling premium costs in some states), it is imperative that Republicans work with Democrats to come up with solutions to help all Americans.
"Ramping up pressure on Republicans to negotiate a bipartisan budget deal that protects healthcare and denies Trump blank checks for his authoritarian wishlist."- Indivisible.org
"Vulnerable House Republicans don’t want to be seen aiding and abetting the Epstein Cover-up. So far, their unconscionable choice not to seat Grijalva has largely flown under the radar, but we can turn up the heat." - Indivisible.org.
For further information, click on links below:
npr.org/series/g-s1-91413/government-shutdown-2025
cpr.org/2025/10/23/snap-benefits-food-banks-government-shutdown/
nytimes.com/2025/10/21/business/economy/government-shutdown-economic-effects.html
COMMUNITY ACTION WITH IMMIGRANTS
ICE must show a signed (by a judge) warrant, with your correct name and address in order to enter private property.
ICE/Police must ID themselves/their agency.
It is a crime (obstruction of justice) to interfere with Federal agents, LEOs, peace officers, performing their duties in their official capacity.
You can take out your phone and video them.
ICE RAPID RESPONSE HOTLINE
(844) 864-8341 - Select 1
Members of Congress (MOC) need to hear from you...EVERY DAY!
Is it worth 10 minutes of your time to help save our Country?
There is so much at stake and we NEED your advocacy!! Please take 10 minutes to contact your representatives. If you can do this daily, even better!!
Use "5 Calls"
Use the app from 5Calls.org to look for our members' phone numbers and topics of concern this week -- or speak from your heart about a personal story or dilemma.
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Call daily! It may not seem useful, but it's having a huge impact - HUGE.
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Leave your name and zip code and a message with your concern.
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If you get a person, ask for specific actions - and ask for follow up.
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Ask when that MOC will be in SW Colorado! We want to see them!
