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@Christin612
May 9, 2024 • 9 tweets • 6 min read • Read on X
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it’s MNInteresting to learn First Ave hired a new general manager, Steven Sawyer, a MAGA Tr*mp supporter w a habit of posting racist takes online. He’s the former Director of Events & Hospitality at Target Center. I worry of the impact this will have on staff & patron safety.


Steven Sawyer’s LinkedIn profile
Retweets by Steven stating: Unpopular opinion: people who commit crimes should be arrested for those crimes I don't know who needs to hear this but if you stop breaking the law and resisting arrest, you won't have problems with the police
Steven Sawyer reposting Bill Maher during Covid saying he is “spot on” during a time of increased anti-Asian hate. Mahers tweet reads: China is a dictatorship that, for decades, enforced a one child per family policy under penalty of forced sterilization. But they can't close down the farmer's market from hell? #CoronaVirus #WetMarkets
Steven Sawyer retweets a post that states “This is really good. @billmaher defends western civilization, which is the single greatest thing to ever happen to humanity. Watch it” and links to a bill Maher video
In 2022 First Ave announced a code of conduct in response to the 2020 uprising following the MPD murder of George Floyd, as well as in response to calls from survivors of assault/harassment in the music scene to create safer space for ALL staff & patrons. first-avenue.com/about/code-of-…



Code of Conduct First Avenue is committed to creating and maintaining an environment in which all are treated with dignity and respect, free from discrimination and harassment. Everyone who enters our venues should be safe from harm, whether it's while watching, working, or performing. We reserve the right to deny any person who violates our Code of Conduct the privilege of performing at or attending current or future First Avenue produced events. We value individuals who observe this Code in allaspects of their lives, and we encourage you to do the same. By entering First Avenue venues, y...
The following behavior is not welcome at First Avenue venues: Sexual misconduct or harassment of any kind, including unwelcome verbal or non-verbal sexual attention or unwanted physical contact. • Acting or speaking in a discriminatory manner or using racist, sexist, ableist, transphobic, homophobic, xenophobic, or other biased language, including intentional misgendering. • Providing or offering intoxicants, legal or illegal, in a coercive manner, or causing someone to become intoxicated without their consent. Disruptive or aggressive behavior, including stalking, threatening, or following...
While at First Avenue venues, you agree to: * Be proactive in creating a community-oriented atmosphere where the safety of others is prioritized and valued. * Respect the physical and emotional boundaries of others in the venue. * Reject violent or discriminatory behavior. * Be responsible for your own actions. Be aware that your actions do have an effect on others despite what your intentions may be.
First Avenue's Commitment to You: We honor that "safe" and "safety" feel different for everyone. If you experience harassment, abuse, sexual assault, or if a perpetrator of harm is interfering with your experience at our venues, please approach a staff member to whom you feel comfortable talking. Please do not stay silent. We are here to help with any conflicts arising from the violation of our policies and this Code of Conduct, and our staff is trained by Calling All Crows to do just that. First Avenue staff acknowledges that we are bound by this same Code of Conduct, e...
First Avenue employees and patrons represent diverse cross-sections of the community. Hiring a GM who publicly espouses hateful dehumanizing views of our community flies in the face of commitments made by First Avenue to artists, patrons, staff & the community at large.

Steven Sawyers Instagram (sconiesawyer) sharing photos of his participation in a trump boat parade #maga2020 #boatparade #makingconcessions
Steven Sawyers Instagram (sconiesawyer) sharing photos of his participation in a trump boat parade #maga2020 #boatparade #makingconcessions
Steven Sawyer retweets It's confirmed #JacobBlake was reaching for a knife in his car when he was shot by police. Do the police not have a right to self defense @KingJames@nba@mlb? Are we going to burn down our country every time a black man resists arrest? If a cop points a gun at you, you should do what they say.
First Avenue is a business!!! They are NOT your friend or a space rooted in community. Their ACTIONS show their priorities & values (money) - as well as their performative commitment to “safer spaces.” The club has repeatedly completely mishandled reports of harm.




A screenshot of the First Avenue code of conduct coupled with an announcement of Dave Chappelle playing in the main room shortly after pride month
An apology from First Avenue for the booking
First Avenue owner and management working the show they just apologized for hosting - but at a different venue
The owner of First Avenue, speaking on a panel about how to confront sexual harassment in the industry and create safe space
& a 🧵 from @jasoncomix for context
THEY need YOU!

They went to the govt to ask for your tax money to keep their doors open.…if they're not willing to change for you, to make it a safe place for you to go, then don't go there.
(excerpts of Nur-D on ep. 55 the Enough. podcast found here)
podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/enoug…
Seriously remember THEY need YOU

The club can hire whoever they want, but we don’t have to support their choice.
First Avenue staff knows their worth + the worth of their patrons - and they’ve been unionizing. ❤️‍🔥 💪

The use of anti-racist & anti-oppressive practices is critical to a healthy, flourishing creative community.
That’s all.

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