# Event Details - **Event Name**: Ben Wikler, "This is the Plan" Book Talk w/ Gov. Pritzker and Stacey Abrams - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 23 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu, 23 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join The Book Cellar at Everybody's Coffee to celebrate the release of Former Wisconsin DNC Chair Ben Wikler's new book "This is the Plan!"About this EventA signed copy of the book is included with a ticket.Governor Pritzker will introduce Ben Wikler and Stacey Abrams, followed by a book talk, Q&A, and book signing.About the Book:From one of the most successful Democratic strategists of the last decade, a revelatory account of what you―yes, you―can do to defeat Trumpism.This Is the Plan is a hope-unleashing answer for anyone who has looked at the wreckage of American politics and asked: How the hell do we get out of this mess? Ben Wikler, hailed as the “preeminent state party chair” by Nancy Pelosi, led Wisconsin Democrats through a series of hold-your-breath fights against right-wing extremists that resulted, against the odds, in the unrigging of the political system of the most divided―and, until recently, most gerrymandered―state in the nation. Now, he draws on decades of experience in everything from school-board races to presidential elections to bring readers inside the hidden web of power that shapes our lives. At every step, he shows what individuals and small groups can do to help build a future where democracy thrives and our country works for everyone. With verve, infectious humor, and a rallying-cry energy that has inspired tens of thousands of volunteers, This Is the Plan is the book so many Americans have been waiting for: An idealistic-yet-practical guide to turning the present crisis into a better future.About Ben Wikler:BEN WIKLER is an American political organizer and strategist who served as the chair of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin from July 2019 to July 2025.About Stacey Abrams:STACEY ABRAMS is a New York Times bestselling author, entrepreneur and political leader. She served as Minority Leader in the Georgia House of Representatives, and she was the first Black woman to become gubernatorial nominee for a major party in United States history. Abrams has devoted her career to democracy protection, voting rights, and effective public policy. She has also co-founded successful companies, including a financial services firm, an energy and infrastructure consulting firm, and the media company, Sage Works Productions, Inc. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/ben-wikler-this-is-the-plan-book-talk-w-gov-pritzker-and-stacey-abrams/100001988651432969 - **Event Categories**: parties, entertainment, business, sports, art, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Everybody's Coffee (Wilson Abbey) - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 47.73, max: 47.73, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Chicago - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Everybody's Coffee (Wilson Abbey) - **lat**: 41.9653169 - **long**: -87.6538551 - **full address**: Everybody's Coffee (Wilson Abbey), 935 West Wilson Avenue, Chicago, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Ben Wikler, "This is the Plan" Book Talk w/ Gov. 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Pritzker and Stacey Abrams is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chicago, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Ben Wikler, "This is the Plan" Book Talk w/ Gov. Pritzker and Stacey Abrams sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Ben Wikler, "This is the Plan" Book Talk w/ Gov. 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