Susan Frikken
@sfrikken.bsky.social
Physical therapist. Compulsive connector. Anatomy nerd. Love to move. Personal mission to change the way of health and medical care in this country. Queer. She/her.
Dear Senator Baldwin,
Thank you for voting no against the continuing resolution to fund the government.
Thank you for HOLDING the line for access to health care.
I'm out HERE with my fellow citizens, filling in the gaps.
Please continue to work THERE to insist on a humane government.
Thank you for voting no against the continuing resolution to fund the government.
Thank you for HOLDING the line for access to health care.
I'm out HERE with my fellow citizens, filling in the gaps.
Please continue to work THERE to insist on a humane government.
November 10, 2025 at 1:33 PM
Dear Senator Baldwin,
Thank you for voting no against the continuing resolution to fund the government.
Thank you for HOLDING the line for access to health care.
I'm out HERE with my fellow citizens, filling in the gaps.
Please continue to work THERE to insist on a humane government.
Thank you for voting no against the continuing resolution to fund the government.
Thank you for HOLDING the line for access to health care.
I'm out HERE with my fellow citizens, filling in the gaps.
Please continue to work THERE to insist on a humane government.
This is why!!
We have received many questions about whether it’s safe to sign up for No Kings protests while Trump ramps up his attacks on free speech.
September 19, 2025 at 12:17 PM
This is why!!
Thank you Alexander Cole, biologist in Superior who was fired because of the letter he signed on to with other EPA scientists resisting the politicization of that agency by the Trump administration.
I’m a citizen of WI, appreciate that he risked his job by standing up for science.
#alexandercole
I’m a citizen of WI, appreciate that he risked his job by standing up for science.
#alexandercole
September 4, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Thank you Alexander Cole, biologist in Superior who was fired because of the letter he signed on to with other EPA scientists resisting the politicization of that agency by the Trump administration.
I’m a citizen of WI, appreciate that he risked his job by standing up for science.
#alexandercole
I’m a citizen of WI, appreciate that he risked his job by standing up for science.
#alexandercole
Want to do something? If you are a business, or even if you order supplies like boxes, bags, etc....stop ordering from Uline. They are a Wisconsin-based business, but they are major donors to our current president and company.
Please order supplies elsewhere.
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024...
Please order supplies elsewhere.
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024...
Republican mega-donors asked their employees who they will vote for in survey
Staunchly pro-Trump Uihleins gave anonymous survey to workers at Uline, headquartered in swing state of Wisconsin
www.theguardian.com
August 18, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Want to do something? If you are a business, or even if you order supplies like boxes, bags, etc....stop ordering from Uline. They are a Wisconsin-based business, but they are major donors to our current president and company.
Please order supplies elsewhere.
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024...
Please order supplies elsewhere.
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024...
I really need to hear your answers. You. You reading this. Will you share?
How are you safeguarding our democracy against the growing authoritarian regime today?
Any of these? Say as much as you can. My hope is slipping.
Communication
Education
Agitation
Organization
Donation
Protection
How are you safeguarding our democracy against the growing authoritarian regime today?
Any of these? Say as much as you can. My hope is slipping.
Communication
Education
Agitation
Organization
Donation
Protection
August 4, 2025 at 12:59 PM
I really need to hear your answers. You. You reading this. Will you share?
How are you safeguarding our democracy against the growing authoritarian regime today?
Any of these? Say as much as you can. My hope is slipping.
Communication
Education
Agitation
Organization
Donation
Protection
How are you safeguarding our democracy against the growing authoritarian regime today?
Any of these? Say as much as you can. My hope is slipping.
Communication
Education
Agitation
Organization
Donation
Protection
August 2, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Missed the webinar? Watch it below!
Then, register for the in-person coach training. momence.com/The-Movement...
NO special experience needed. Message me with questions!
Then, register for the in-person coach training. momence.com/The-Movement...
NO special experience needed. Message me with questions!
Reclaiming Movement: How Parkour is Empowering Older Adults to Move With Confidence
YouTube video by Erin Eleu
youtu.be
July 28, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Missed the webinar? Watch it below!
Then, register for the in-person coach training. momence.com/The-Movement...
NO special experience needed. Message me with questions!
Then, register for the in-person coach training. momence.com/The-Movement...
NO special experience needed. Message me with questions!
Support HR 4204!
If you are in one of these districts, call your rep today!
AL-7, CT-1, FL-4, IA-4
IN-2, KS-4, NV-4
OH-15, PA-11, TX-1, UT-1
VI, WI-4
This bill allows PTs, OTs, speech therapists, and chiropractors to have the option to "Opt-out" of traditional Medicare.
tinyurl.com/bw5jejx3
If you are in one of these districts, call your rep today!
AL-7, CT-1, FL-4, IA-4
IN-2, KS-4, NV-4
OH-15, PA-11, TX-1, UT-1
VI, WI-4
This bill allows PTs, OTs, speech therapists, and chiropractors to have the option to "Opt-out" of traditional Medicare.
tinyurl.com/bw5jejx3
News | APTA-endorsed Legislation Allowing PTs to Opt Out Under Medicare Introduced
Legislation was introduced in Congress this week to allow physical therapists to “opt out” of the Medicare program, making it easier for seniors to see the physical therapist of their choice. The Medi...
tinyurl.com
July 23, 2025 at 12:53 PM
Support HR 4204!
If you are in one of these districts, call your rep today!
AL-7, CT-1, FL-4, IA-4
IN-2, KS-4, NV-4
OH-15, PA-11, TX-1, UT-1
VI, WI-4
This bill allows PTs, OTs, speech therapists, and chiropractors to have the option to "Opt-out" of traditional Medicare.
tinyurl.com/bw5jejx3
If you are in one of these districts, call your rep today!
AL-7, CT-1, FL-4, IA-4
IN-2, KS-4, NV-4
OH-15, PA-11, TX-1, UT-1
VI, WI-4
This bill allows PTs, OTs, speech therapists, and chiropractors to have the option to "Opt-out" of traditional Medicare.
tinyurl.com/bw5jejx3
I’ll be there. Here. With you!
July 13, 2025 at 11:33 AM
I’ll be there. Here. With you!
Reposted by Susan Frikken
Spot on. This is the clearest explanation I’ve seen. It ‘s relatable, and humanizes the issue in a way everyone can understand.
June 28, 2025 at 2:15 AM
Spot on. This is the clearest explanation I’ve seen. It ‘s relatable, and humanizes the issue in a way everyone can understand.
www.ffbww.org
This Juneteenth, celebrate by honoring this excellent organization. And join in the celebration this weekend.
This Juneteenth, celebrate by honoring this excellent organization. And join in the celebration this weekend.
The Foundation for Black Women's Wellness
We energize, mobilize and support Black Women to transform their health and their lives through education, advocacy, support, and powerful partnerships.
www.ffbww.org
June 19, 2025 at 1:57 PM
www.ffbww.org
This Juneteenth, celebrate by honoring this excellent organization. And join in the celebration this weekend.
This Juneteenth, celebrate by honoring this excellent organization. And join in the celebration this weekend.
#NoKings An Octogenarian No Kings protest on June 14, Madison WI’s west side. My 89 year old friend was there, with others both old and young.
Older adults gather for ‘No Kings’ protest on Madison’s west side
While the official Madison ‘No Kings’ protest was held at the Wisconsin State Capitol, hundreds of older adults lined the sidewalks on the city’s west side for a similar event, calling it a “protectio...
www.wmtv15news.com
June 17, 2025 at 10:25 PM
#NoKings An Octogenarian No Kings protest on June 14, Madison WI’s west side. My 89 year old friend was there, with others both old and young.
Listen and move and be moved!!
And m…what @ashdashlee.bsky.social said. @arqandtheclouds.bsky.social Allison Russell always finds the FEELS!!
And m…what @ashdashlee.bsky.social said. @arqandtheclouds.bsky.social Allison Russell always finds the FEELS!!
Love love love me some Allison Russell.
And this is the version with Allison Russell singing and Gangstagrass. Awesome. open.spotify.com/track/2IUFcX...
And here if you want all the streaming platforms: Hyperfollow.com/nokingsintheusa
And here if you want all the streaming platforms: Hyperfollow.com/nokingsintheusa
June 17, 2025 at 12:26 PM
Listen and move and be moved!!
And m…what @ashdashlee.bsky.social said. @arqandtheclouds.bsky.social Allison Russell always finds the FEELS!!
And m…what @ashdashlee.bsky.social said. @arqandtheclouds.bsky.social Allison Russell always finds the FEELS!!
A succinct, elegant, and powerful message about WHY defunding Medicaid will crumble our country.
Letter | Ernst's callous Medicaid remark reveals more than intended
Dear Editor: U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, may have revealed more than she intended when she brushed off concerns about Medicaid cuts with the remark, “We’re all going to die.”
captimes.com
June 17, 2025 at 12:20 PM
A succinct, elegant, and powerful message about WHY defunding Medicaid will crumble our country.
@ashdashlee.bsky.social please shout out the Roseville, MI crew who organized a #NoKings event in my hometown - so much caring, community, and support for this last minute event. It’s a purple town outside Detroit. My sister and I stood together with the veterans, seniors, queers…everyone!
June 17, 2025 at 1:00 AM
@ashdashlee.bsky.social please shout out the Roseville, MI crew who organized a #NoKings event in my hometown - so much caring, community, and support for this last minute event. It’s a purple town outside Detroit. My sister and I stood together with the veterans, seniors, queers…everyone!
Watch now! The Zoom event is full but you can join in here. Share this! Watch the recording if you cannot watch live! www.youtube.com/live/ECEbs-z...
No Kings: What's Next in the Fight?
YouTube video by No Kings June 14
www.youtube.com
June 17, 2025 at 12:34 AM
Watch now! The Zoom event is full but you can join in here. Share this! Watch the recording if you cannot watch live! www.youtube.com/live/ECEbs-z...
Heard this on a Spanish language radio station yesterday.
I wonder how much DHS paid them!?
I wonder how much DHS paid them!?
Warning - Domestic | Homeland Security
www.dhs.gov
June 16, 2025 at 12:58 PM
Heard this on a Spanish language radio station yesterday.
I wonder how much DHS paid them!?
I wonder how much DHS paid them!?
So moved to be part of this peaceful resistance, and in my hometown, Roseville, MI, with my family by my side!
#nokingsprotest
#NoKings
#Indivisible
#rosevillemichigan
#nokingsprotest
#NoKings
#Indivisible
#rosevillemichigan
June 16, 2025 at 12:41 PM
So moved to be part of this peaceful resistance, and in my hometown, Roseville, MI, with my family by my side!
#nokingsprotest
#NoKings
#Indivisible
#rosevillemichigan
#nokingsprotest
#NoKings
#Indivisible
#rosevillemichigan
Can you show up?
🔊 There ain’t no kings in the USA!
While Trump has tanks rolling through DC for his authoritarian parade on June 14, we’re gathering everywhere else for No Kings Day. Let’s show the world what democracy really looks like — find an event near you: www.nokings.org?SQF_SOURCE=i...
While Trump has tanks rolling through DC for his authoritarian parade on June 14, we’re gathering everywhere else for No Kings Day. Let’s show the world what democracy really looks like — find an event near you: www.nokings.org?SQF_SOURCE=i...
June 2, 2025 at 1:55 PM
Can you show up?
If you are in the Madison area, stand with others against the ever-increasing autocracy at this pair of events!
If you live elsewhere, there is likely an event by you, or decide how to tell our government we want democracy!
If you live elsewhere, there is likely an event by you, or decide how to tell our government we want democracy!
Mark your calendars, June 14th is No Kings Day nationwide! Our grassroots organizations are showing up in Madison that day to say no thrones, no crowns, no clowns, no kings.
Join us for some inspiration - signup to receive the latest updates: www.nokings.org.
Join us for some inspiration - signup to receive the latest updates: www.nokings.org.
May 26, 2025 at 11:03 PM
If you are in the Madison area, stand with others against the ever-increasing autocracy at this pair of events!
If you live elsewhere, there is likely an event by you, or decide how to tell our government we want democracy!
If you live elsewhere, there is likely an event by you, or decide how to tell our government we want democracy!
On Tuesday 13 May I meet with Senator Kelda Roys at 3p to ask her to fund passenger rail in WI.
Can you join me?
Though other issues rank higher today, this issue has to be on the table to build momentum for eventual implementation.
Can’t join me? Write!
Talking points, here.
Can you join me?
Though other issues rank higher today, this issue has to be on the table to build momentum for eventual implementation.
Can’t join me? Write!
Talking points, here.
Raise Your Voice for New Train Service in Wisconsin | High Speed Rail Alliance
A guide for contacting your elected officials Speaking personally to your elected officials is one of the most effective things […]
www.hsrail.org
May 9, 2025 at 1:23 PM
On Tuesday 13 May I meet with Senator Kelda Roys at 3p to ask her to fund passenger rail in WI.
Can you join me?
Though other issues rank higher today, this issue has to be on the table to build momentum for eventual implementation.
Can’t join me? Write!
Talking points, here.
Can you join me?
Though other issues rank higher today, this issue has to be on the table to build momentum for eventual implementation.
Can’t join me? Write!
Talking points, here.
New Parkour trainings for coaches working with older adults are here!
Please check this out, sign up for the webinar, and share widely in your networks!!
FIRST STEP - this webinar!
SECOND STEP: In-person training in Madison, WI - likely the first weekend of September. Stay tuned!
Please check this out, sign up for the webinar, and share widely in your networks!!
FIRST STEP - this webinar!
SECOND STEP: In-person training in Madison, WI - likely the first weekend of September. Stay tuned!
Finding balance and fall resilience, Workshop for Coaches Working with Advanced Adults
momence.com
April 20, 2025 at 4:25 PM
New Parkour trainings for coaches working with older adults are here!
Please check this out, sign up for the webinar, and share widely in your networks!!
FIRST STEP - this webinar!
SECOND STEP: In-person training in Madison, WI - likely the first weekend of September. Stay tuned!
Please check this out, sign up for the webinar, and share widely in your networks!!
FIRST STEP - this webinar!
SECOND STEP: In-person training in Madison, WI - likely the first weekend of September. Stay tuned!
Hello, neighbors, friends.
I'm planning a meeting with Sen. Kelda Roys to discuss funding passenger rail in Wisconsin. Interested in joining me? Send a note.
Can’t go? Call or write!
I keep track of developments with the High Speed Rail Alliance.
Happy to share more about why I care!
I'm planning a meeting with Sen. Kelda Roys to discuss funding passenger rail in Wisconsin. Interested in joining me? Send a note.
Can’t go? Call or write!
I keep track of developments with the High Speed Rail Alliance.
Happy to share more about why I care!
Wisconsin's High-Speed Rail Saga Was Decades In The Making
Subscribe To “Derailed” In 2010, a high-speed rail line between Madison and Milwaukee was on the cusp of happening. Funding was secured. Contracts were signed. Construction was about to begin. […]
www.wpr.org
April 19, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Hello, neighbors, friends.
I'm planning a meeting with Sen. Kelda Roys to discuss funding passenger rail in Wisconsin. Interested in joining me? Send a note.
Can’t go? Call or write!
I keep track of developments with the High Speed Rail Alliance.
Happy to share more about why I care!
I'm planning a meeting with Sen. Kelda Roys to discuss funding passenger rail in Wisconsin. Interested in joining me? Send a note.
Can’t go? Call or write!
I keep track of developments with the High Speed Rail Alliance.
Happy to share more about why I care!
Madison, Wisconsin
Videos!
Videos!
Hands Off Rally
Explore this photo album by Susan Frikken on Flickr!
www.flickr.com
April 6, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Madison, Wisconsin
Videos!
Videos!