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otchmoson

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4. Not just the unions . . .

Reply to Vthestate (Original post)

Sat Jan 17, 2026, 10:07 AM

2 hrs ago

Why can't Minnesota businesses ban/boycott ICE. Evict them from hotels/motels, close the doors to restaurants, deny service at fast foods, refuse service at gas stations? If ICE is forcing an economic slowdown through fear, can't the residents/businesses fight back through economic denial of service? No bathroom facilities? No DoorDash? Here’s another question: Does Minnesota have a “stand your ground” doctrine or “castle doctrine” that would protect those whose doors are kicked in?

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Minnesota Labor Unions Call For General Strike Jan 23 [View all] Vthestate 3 hrs ago OP

Let's hope it suceeds beyond expectations! Chasstev365 3 hrs ago #1

Until there is a general strike that last longer than a day or two, they won't care about this. OldBaldy1701E 3 hrs ago #2

How about the contractors who clean the ICE offices? AverageOldGuy 2 hrs ago #3

Not just the unions . . . otchmoson 2 hrs ago #4

Please help me understand how a general strike & business closures will stop a multi-billion dollar police force in MN, ancianita 2 hrs ago #5

The people don't have a choice crud 43 min ago #6

Money talks. Dr. T 8 min ago #7