MILWAUKEE — Organizers with the One MKE Coalition took to Bradford Beach Sunday afternoon in the hopes of enticing passersby to get engaged in elections.
As a part of a nationwide effort led by the non-profit Pizza to the Polls, the group hosted a pop-up event to connect with beach-goers ahead of the upcoming election.
“This is just a great way to reach lots of folks in Milwaukee,” Coalition representative Wyatt Finder said. "Civic participation and civic engagement is so important, so we are happy to be a part of this initiative.”
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Free snacks, pizza, and some live music on Sunday helped get people together to talk about the importance of getting involved.
“Do some research, just for like 10-15 minutes every day," event attendee Aaron Grant said. "Get ready for the election coming up because this is very very important.”
Organizers said the pop-up event was also a chance for community members to learn about local programs and services open to try.
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