Please join us for First Tuesday at the Taproot Lounge and Cafe at 356 State Street, Salem, on November 4, 2025 from 4:30 to 6:30. Come in after work to share some snacks and conversation with like-minded people.
Linda Nishioka, Ward 2 City Councilor, will join us at 5 p.m. to tell us about her candidacy for re-election and answer your questions.
Hope to see you there!
Look for Progressive Salem’s booth at the protest!
September 1, 1:00-4:00 at The Capitol, Center and Summer Streets
Local Keizer resident Larry Scruggs, who has a doctorate in urban studies, will examine how autocratic tendencies and oligarchic structures have influenced our nation’s political and economic development from the founding era to the present day. Drawing on his expertise in social change, Scruggs will help attendees understand the historical context behind current debates about wealth inequality, corporate influence, and democratic governance. The presentation will examine both the mechanisms that have allowed power concentration and the grassroots movements that have challenged these tendencies throughout our history.
A presentation by Tina Calos, Kirk Leonard, and Chris Hoy
Saturday, August 2, 10 am at the Marion Democrats HQ
The program will introduce new members and prospective members to Progressive Salem’s mission by describing the recent Mai Vang campaign and how the group succeeded in supporting her election to the Ward 6 City Councilor position. Veteran members will also learn from our recent success.
Our program is for all comers, but we hope new members to Progressive Salem will plan to come to learn more about its vision for our group. And of course, we always welcome others who are prospective members and are interested in learning more about our group and its mission. We hope the program will inspire you to get involved with our upcoming campaigns in a way that suits your interests.
We hope to see you there!
Come party with us this Sunday from 1-3pm!
Bring a pal, some food to share, and a spare chair if you have one, though picnic tables are available. Drinks, dishes, and cutlery are provided. There’ll be a pinata to whack as a cathartic way to kick off fundraising for next year’s four councilor seat races plus the mayor. Recharge and mingle with friends new and old, taste dishes from every ward, and hear some brief updates.
To beat the heat, we will be in a shady pavilion surrounded by trees with plenty of cool drinks. If you’ve never been to Woodmansee Park before, please note it is on the right as you enter the park from Sunnyside Road SE.
You’re invited to volunteer at our table at Salem’s 2025 Pride Parade and Block Party. 
The event takes place downtown from noon to 5pm on Saturday June 7th. We’ll be handing out balloon art made by PS member Meda! Here are the short shifts we are looking to fill:
Set up at noon to 2:30pm
Breakdown at 5pm
Come join in the fun!! If you are available for these shifts, or really any other increment of time, please send a message to marissa.theve [at] gmail.com. It would be awesomesauce to have a hearty crew spreading a welcoming progressive message as allies in the community! Now more than ever it’s important to stand up and affirm that queer folx belong in Salem and to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community here. 
More details about the event: https://salemcapitalpride.org/pride-parade-and-block-party/