Who We Are.

We are a nonpartisan group dedicated to organizing, educating and inspiring our fellow citizens to protect the Constitution and strengthen democracy in America.

About Us.

Barry County Indivisible is part of the national Indivisible movement and is committed to nonviolent action and civic engagement. Nationally Indivisible has sponsored over 2500 local chapters with millions of members and continues to grow. Each local chapter is all volunteer and operates independently.

Why We Are Here.

People join Indivisible for many reasons, but we share a common goal: ensuring our country lives up to the ideals of our founders; freedom of speech, rule of law, equality and justice for all.

We work to hold our elected officials accountable to the oath they took to defend and protect the Constitution.

What We Do.

  • Provide factual information about current issues

  • Host educational presentations

  • Build community and connect like-minded neighbors

  • Organize rallies and peaceful demonstrations

  • Uplift voices from all backgrounds and advocate for inclusive policies

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Your Next Steps

Join a Committee!

Fill out the form and we’ll connect you with a committee chair.

Join us for our monthly meetings to learn about current issues and what’s happening in our community.

Check our Social Media for meeting locations, dates, and times.

MEDIA • INTERVIEWS • LOCAL COVERAGE

MI Barry County Indivisible In the News

Our community is showing up — and people are taking notice. Watch and read local news coverage featuring MI Barry County Indivisible, our events and our neighbors taking part in democracy.

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MI Barry County Indivisible Making Headlines

No Kings demonstrators in Hastings Michigan photographed by WMUK
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HASTINGS • MARCH 28, 2026
WMUK NEWS

“No Kings” Protesters Rally Across Southwest Michigan

WMUK photographed the Hastings No Kings demonstration and reported Barry County Indivisible's estimate that approximately 650 people attended locally.

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Our Community. Our Voices.

MI Barry County Indivisible is made up of neighbors working together to organize, educate, engage and strengthen democracy in Barry County.

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VIDEO REPORT • HASTINGS, MICHIGAN
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Vigil in Hastings Honors Alex Pretti Amid Calls for Probe Into Shooting

WZZM 13 covered the Hastings community vigil honoring Alex Pretti and the local response following his death in Minneapolis.

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Alex Pretti memorial shown in WWMT coverage
WWMT NEWS CHANNEL 3

Community Vigils After Second Fatal Minnesota ICE Shooting

The News Channel 3 story specifically includes Hastings. Organizers gathered at Emmanuel Episcopal Church before a silent candlelight procession through downtown.

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Hastings No Kings demonstration photographed by WMUK
WMUK NEWS

“No Kings” Protesters Rally Across Southwest Michigan

WMUK photographed the No Kings demonstration in Hastings and reported Barry County Indivisible's estimate that approximately 650 people attended.

Photo: Leona Larson / WMUK
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Anti-ICE Demonstration Held in Hastings

News 8 covered the vigil and rally in Hastings following the death of Renee Good. The story identifies MI Barry County Indivisible as the group behind the gathering and includes an interview with organizer Ed Szumowski.

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Anti-ICE Demonstration Held in Hastings

WKZO also reported on the Hastings gathering and included comments from MI Barry County Indivisible organizer Ed Szumowski.

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No Kings Protests Across West Michigan

FOX 17 included Hastings among the communities taking part in West Michigan's No Kings demonstrations.

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Hastings No Kings demonstrators photographed by WMUK
WMUK NEWS

Opposing Views at Hastings No Kings Event

WMUK published additional reporting focused specifically on the Hastings No Kings gathering and the different viewpoints present around the event.

Photo: Leona Larson / WMUK
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