Native Land Pod Black Mayoral Town Hall: The Preview
Mar 16, 2026
A preview of a rescheduled mayoral town hall on how city leaders respond to federal immigration enforcement and protect residents. Discussion of grassroots organizing that shields targeted communities. Exploration of local powers to secure elections and counter suppression. Tips on preparing for economic ripple effects from global conflicts and building local financial and community resilience.
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Reschedule Town Halls When Local Officials Are Impacted
- Reschedule and prepare for local-led emergency conversations when storms disrupt plans.
- Andrew Gillum postponed the mayoral town hall due to severe storms and rescheduled it for March 30th to ensure impacted mayors can participate.
Power Of Local Organizing Against Federal Overreach
- Local officials and communities hold meaningful power to push back federal overreach like ICE enforcement.
- Gillum says community organizing and people showing up were the decisive factors in past local victories against federal actions.
Learn Local Election Powers Before The Vote
- Learn local powers and preparedness tactics ahead of elections to protect voting integrity.
- Gillum promises the mayor roundtable will explain what powers locals have and practical tools for both officials and community members.