Milwaukee Turners
Founded in 1853, and dedicated to fostering "A Sound Mind in a Sound Body" through an array of diverse programs in physical education, public forums, music, and art events.
Who are the Milwaukee Turners?
Commonly known as the executive, legislative, and judicial
What are the three branches of government?
When visited, can show you who your represents you on every level of government, what/who is on the ballot, and where to vote.
What is myvote.wi.gov?
True of False: You can vote if you have a criminal conviction.
Yes, and.
You are not eligible to vote in Wisconsin if you are currently serving any portion of your sentence (including extended supervision, probation, or parole, also known as being “on paper”).
If you are convicted of a misdemeanor, not a felony, you are eligible to vote (even if you're incarcerated at a county jail)
This includes tai chi, gymnastics, yoga, rock climbing, and kick boxing.
What free classes/activities comes with a Milwaukee Turner's membership?
(We also do this in the community for free, along with nature walks!)
True or False: Every level of government has a judicial, legislative, and executive branch.
True!
Federal, for example, has the President and cabinet (executive), Senate and the House of Representatives (legislative) and the Supreme Court (judicial).
Available to all City of Milwaukee residents at six locations until August 9th
What is the early voting deadline for Milwaukee City residents?
- Find more info on the City of Milwaukee website!
True or false: There are nonpartisan numbers you can call if you have any issues while trying to cast your ballot.
True!
Call (866-687-8683) if see issues at the polls, barriers to access, or have questions about voting on Election Day
Call (844-347-8683) if you are in need of accessible voting equipment or having issues with accessibility while attempting to cast your ballot
Liberty against all oppression. Tolerance against all fanaticism. Reason against all superstition. Justice against all exploitation
What is the Milwaukee Turner's four guiding principles?
Constituents can do this through attending town halls, community office hours, phone calls, emails, or by attending legislative meetings using information from Legistar or the County Legislative Information Center (CLIC)
How can someone get into contact with their elected officials?
This can be done in multiple ways, including: voting, creating murals, joining local coalitions, attending a Vel Phillips Forum, and sharing what's learned with your communities
What are different ways someone can get involved, take action, and amplify voices?
True or false: You can "cross over" vote on your ballot, and pick candidates from several parties.
False. Voters must chose only one party to vote within on their ballot. If voters don’t make a party selection, then vote for candidates in more than one party, none of their votes will be counted.
A series of nonpartisan workshops to educate community members of all ages on important issues affecting them and how they can get civically engaged
What is the Milwaukee Turners Sound Mind Program?
Two parts:
This document is the supreme law of the United States.
This document encases the first ten amendments in the U.S Constitution.
What is the U.S Constitution?
What is the U.S Bill of Rights?
Alderperson Coggs, County Board Supervisor Coggs-Jones, and Representative Madison
Who are the local and state elected officials in this area we are building community in?
Common Council District 6 , County Board District 13, State Assembly District 10
True or false: You don't need a plan to vote.
False. All voters should have a plan going into casting their ballot, including bringing any identification or registration paperwork needed, knowledge of the location of their polling place and it's busiest hours, reviewing what/who is on the ballot, etc.
These include guidance on what you should do if law enforcement stops you on the street, while your protesting, if you're pulled over, of if you're an immigrant.
What are the Milwaukee Turner Know Your Rights Cards?
True or False: If you're not at the table, you're on the menu
TRUE
In 2025, 37% was spent on the Milwaukee Police Department, 19.8% was spent on the Public Works Department, , and 17.9% was spent on the Fire Department, with our libraries getting only 4% and health department only getting 2.5%.
What was the 2025 Milwaukee City Budget?
True or false: Voting rights throughout this country are fully protected and not under attack
False:
- League of Women Voters of Massachusetts v. Trump (filed 4/2/2026; ongoing)
-United States v. Evans (filed 12/22025; resolved 8/6/2026)
-South Carolina Republican Party v. Bolchoz (filed 8/3/26; ongoing)