09. November 2024 · Comments Off on Women’s March – November 9, 2024 · Categories: Affinity, Announcements

We know many of us are feeling uncertain, and we’re already hearing from thousands of folks who want to know how they can step up. 

Take this quick survey to let us know where you’re at—and what you’re willing to do next to help protect our communities, freedoms, and future.

We’ve shown time and again that together, we can move mountains. We keep us safe, and we won’t go back. 

In struggle,
Women’s March


Women’s March is a 501c(4) organization. Your generous support helps us prepare for fights we see coming and those we don’t. Donations are not tax-deductible. If you prefer to make a tax-deductible gift, we encourage you to support the Women’s March Network. Gifts to the Network support our organizing, communications, advocacy, and public education efforts.
08. November 2024 · Comments Off on Women’s March – November 8, 2024 · Categories: Affinity, Announcements

Nothing has changed in our mandate. No matter who is in the White House or in Congress, our job is always to organize our way to a feminist future.

Not going back means getting crystal clear on the way forward. 

We have wins to celebrate from this election. Thanks to each of you—the calls, the knocks, the texts. Together, we made history and championed feminist values. But we also faced grave losses, and it’s a stark reminder of the forces we’re up against: a racist patriarchy propped up by undemocratic systems and right-wing power brokers.

We are furious. We are unafraid. We are a part of a movement that is bigger than any one of us. 

On January 18th, we march. On inauguration weekend, we will be out there in DC and nationwide—for our freedoms, our families, and our future.

And this is just the beginning. 

With you,
Women’s March


Women’s March is a 501c(4) organization. Your generous support helps us prepare for fights we see coming and those we don’t. Donations are not tax-deductible. If you prefer to make a tax-deductible gift, we encourage you to support the Women’s March Network. Gifts to the Network support our organizing, communications, advocacy, and public education efforts.
07. November 2024 · Comments Off on Women’s March – November 7, 2024 · Categories: Affinity, Announcements

Thousands of you joined our Healing and Grounding space last night. Together, we sat, we grounded, and we held space for our collective fear, frustration, and hope. Next, we start to build ahead.

With Trump set to return to the White House in under three months, we’re facing a moment that calls us to act boldly. The forces attacking our democracy and our freedoms are ready to move fast, and we must move faster. For anyone feeling anger, fear, or uncertainty, we are here to transform those emotions into real action.

This is an invitation to join feminists across the nation as we organize to resist and build resilience. This call will give you concrete ways to engage and resist—whether you’re already active or looking to take your first steps.

  • 🗓️ When: Friday, November 8th at 8pm ET
  • 🔗 Where: Virtually, on Zoom + YouTube

We’re a powerful movement. And our strength lies in our solidarity and courage. Join us as we rise together to defend our freedoms, our families, and our futures.

See you on the call,
Women’s March

P.S. Can’t join live? Register to receive a recording and other ways to plug into the fight. We’ll also post the recording on our Facebook and YouTube pages.


Women’s March is a 501c(4) organization. Your generous support helps us prepare for fights we see coming and those we don’t. Donations are not tax-deductible. If you prefer to make a tax-deductible gift, we encourage you to support the Women’s March Network. Gifts to the Network support our organizing, communications, advocacy, and public education efforts.
05. November 2024 · Comments Off on Bob Ferguson for Governor – October 29, 2024 · Categories: Elections

It’s Peter the Cat! Before I go back to napping, I have a very important message for you:

While chilling on Dad’s lap during a Zoom meeting with Katherine, I heard he has a very important goal to raise $240,000 by October 31.

In the spirit of the deadline, and Halloween coming up, it would be very spooktacular if you could help my dad reach this goal. Can you help my dad boo-st his campaign with a donation right now? 👻

My dad’s campaign is all treats and no tricks and there are only 7 days until the election!

That’s why I’m taking a break from finding a warm lap to send this email. My dad isn’t just an amazing cat dad — he’s a problem solver, a proven fighter for Washingtonians, and unafraid to take on special interests who don’t play by the rules.

Can you help my Dad win this competitive race for Governor by chipping in whatever you can now toward his fundraising goal? It’ll be really scary if he doesn’t reach this goal so he really needs all paws on deck. 👻

Time to go back to my cat nap. Meow!

🐾 Peter the Cat

P.S. Want to follow the campaign from my perspective? I have an Instagram page! Click here to follow along.

To give by check:
Bob Ferguson for Governor
PO Box 22169
Seattle, WA 98122

Email us: info@electbobferguson.com

01. November 2024 · Comments Off on No on I-2117 – November 1, 2024 · Categories: Elections

The election is happening now, and I’m writing to urge you to vote NO on the four Washington state ballot initiatives.

 ❌Vote NO on I-2117, the initiative to overturn our landmark climate law — allowing more air and water pollution and cutting transportation investments.

 ❌Vote NO on I-2109, the initiative to repeal the capital gains tax — cutting billions from education and childcare.

 ❌Vote NO on I-2124, the initiative to bankrupt Washington’s public insurance benefits — taking away care benefits from 3.2 million hard-working Washingtonians.

 ❌the initiative to overturn the methane phase-out, roll back protections, and raise our energy prices.

All four of these initiatives are funded by the same right-wing mega-millionaire. All four are designed to move Washington backwards. All four are designed to be deceptive and dangerous.

We can’t afford a single one of them.

This November is our chance to protect the things we love about Washington and defend all the progress we’ve made. Join me and vote NO by November 5th.

Very truly yours,

Jay

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01. November 2024 · Comments Off on Move On – November 1, 2024 · Categories: Affinity, Announcements

Will you RSVP to join me and other special guests on Sunday, November 3 at 8 p.m. ET for an exclusive call about the final stretch of this election?

Dear MoveOn member,

Kate Walsh here. You may know me from “Emily in Paris” and “The Umbrella Academy.” I also play Dr. Addison Montgomery on “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Private Practice” and am writing to invite you to a special event involving those two beloved shows this Sunday, November 3 at 8 p.m. ET (7 CT/6 MT/5 PT) for “Code Blue: Democracy!”—an exclusive call where we’ll do some trivia joined by special guests Congressman Maxwell Frost, “Scandal” and “Bridgerton” creator Shonda Rhimes, my fellow members of the casts of “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Private Practice,” and me!

RSVP to join this exclusive call!

Trump says that if he loses, he won’t run again. That means that we have a chance to vote Trump out once and for all and to make sure our loved ones do the same before voting ends on November 5. This election will decide our futures, freedoms, and rights.

On “Grey’s Anatomy,” we’ve shown how broken our health care system can be and why we need Vice President Harris’s reforms—from insurance refusing to cover lifesaving medication to the impacts of state abortion bans and the importance of gender-affirming care. Real providers and patients face these problems daily, and they don’t have the joy of hooking up with their colleagues as much as we do at Grey Sloan. That’s why we’re joining MoveOn in this final get-out-the-vote push with just days left to get involved.

Our featured guests include:

• Representative Maxwell Frost, FL-10 

• Shonda Rhimes, producer and founder of Shondaland 

• Cast members from “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Private Practice”:

• Debbie Allen (who plays Dr. Catherine Fox) 

• Amy Brenneman (who plays Dr. Violet Turner) 

 Anthony Hill (who plays Dr. Winston Ndugu) 

• Chris Lowell (who plays Dell Parker) 

• Harry Shum Jr. (who plays Dr. Benson Kwan)

• James Pickens Jr. (who plays Dr. Richard Webber) 

• Jason George (who plays Dr. Ben Warren) 

• Jessica Capshaw (who plays Dr. Amanda Robbins) 

• KaDee Strickland (who plays Charlotte King) 

• Midori Francis (who plays Dr. Mika Yasuda) 

• Paul Adelstein (who plays Dr. Cooper Freedman) 

There are just four days left until polls close, and we have to leave it all on the field to elect Kamala Harris and Tim Walz and progressives all the way down the ballot. On TV, we’ve overcome hurricanes, sinkholes, ferry accidents, and more, none of which stopped us, so don’t let anything stop you from getting out the vote.

Click here to RSVP to Sunday’s trivia night call, and send the invite to three friends to spread the word.

Thanks for all you do.

–Kate Walsh



Want to support MoveOn? The MAGA right is declaring war, and Project 2025 is their battle plan. Project 2025 threatens our rights, attacks communities of color, hurts middle- and working-class families, and undermines our democracy. But we will not back down or let Trump steamroll our nation.

Will you start a monthly donation to power and sustain MoveOn’s election plan, stop Trump, and ensure Project 2025 is never enacted? 

Yes, I’ll chip in $5 a month.

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31. October 2024 · Comments Off on National Democratic Training TLDR – October 31, 2024 · Categories: Recent Events

👋 This is your weekly recap when it comes to all things NDTC!
Check out our upcoming events and featured course of the week.
Find more at traindemocrats.org

Are you ready for Election Week?

If you’re a candidate: Contested elections and recounts happen. Rather than worry about the possibility, have a plan in place in case it does happen. And then spend the weekend on GOTV.

If you’re a voter, or anyone who cares about democracy, really: National Democratic Training Committee CEO, Kelly Dietrich breaks down how to watch Election returns like a pro here. He goes into detail about which states to watch, which experts you should trust, and how you can assuage any remaining election anxiety.

NDTC was in the news this week on the importance of campaign security. As an organization, we recommend every campaign review their own security needs and take appropriate actions to balance the need of safety with accessibility.

COURSE OF THE WEEK

Strategic Planning and Goal Setting

In this course, you’ll gain strategic clarity, utilize data-informed decision-making, and foster collaboration with fellow Democrats.


Are you following us on social media?

HAPPENING TOMORROW:

Join us on Instagram with @brianderrick_ and @lizaminnella. We’ll discuss the state of the 2024 election and easy actions you can take to help Democrats win across the ballot.


UPCOMING LIVE TRAINING

Running an Effective Campaign Debrief

Together, we’ll discuss the essential data and performance metrics to review at the end of a campaign.

11.12

10am PST


UPCOMING LIVE TRAINING

So You Want To Run For Office?

Let’s talk about the ins and outs of deciding to run, for which levels of office, and other considerations. Whether you’re already gearing up to run or have maybe only pondered it, this training is for you!

11.13

10am PDT


UPCOMING LIVE TRAINING

What is a Democratic Precinct Chair?

Learn about precinct chair roles, local party structure, and effective tactics for engaging members. This course will empower you to lead successful campaigns and strengthen your community efforts.

11.14

10am PDT


Have you voted early yet?

Reminder: Tuesday, November 5 is Election Day. It is, in fact, the last day to cast your ballot!

Visit VOTE411.org to learn about early voting options in your state.


Follow us on our social media and stay up to date with NDTC!

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31. October 2024 · Comments Off on ACLU – October 31, 2024 · Categories: Affinity, Announcements

ACLU Supporter,

With just five days until Election Day and experts calling this the closest presidential race of the century, our lawyers are working overtime to guard our voting rights, challenge voter suppression, and ensure that every vote is counted.

And if you donate today, your gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar.

The ACLU is actively battling in courts right now to stop attacks on voting rights:

  • In New Hampshire, we’re challenging one of the most restrictive anti-voter laws in the nation: a law that would prevent voters lacking certain documentation from casting their ballots and turn them away from the polls entirely.
  • In Nevada, we successfully blocked a lawsuit that could have unfairly removed 19,000 voters from the rolls in Clark County, violating state and federal laws and disenfranchising voters.
  • In Nebraska – where presidential polls show the closest race in the country – we just won our case at the state Supreme Court ordering the county elections officials to follow the law and allow Nebraskans with past felony convictions to register and to vote.

With so much at stake, we know that some results could come down to just a few hundred votes. That’s why our team is working hard to ensure every eligible voter can cast a ballot and have that vote counted. In these few final days, our lawyers are busy defending the will of the people as voters across the country to make their voices heard.

And we will be ready.

None of it will be easy, but together, we can – and will – ensure that every vote is protected. So please, don’t miss this chance to be part of the fight: Make as generous a donation as you possibly can today and it will be matched dollar-for-dollar.

Thank you for being a crucial part of this movement.

In solidarity,

The ACLU Team

All 1x gifts and first monthly pledges matched dollar-for-dollar up to $25,000 through October 31, 2024 before midnight.


Sign up for ACLU texts

American Civil Liberties Union
125 Broad Street, 18th Floor
New York, NY 10004, USA

31. October 2024 · Comments Off on March For Our Lives – October 31, 2024 · Categories: Affinity, Announcements

Boo!! 💀☠️👻👽😈👿

Did we scare you? 😛

We hope not! But here’s what’s really scary: we’re just five days away from election day.

Even scarier? How much work we still have to do!

And what’s spookiest of all is the possibility of another Trump presidency.

Let’s be real for a sec: our reality is scarier than any horror movieWe’re scared to go to school, the movies, the mall, a concert, or even a grocery store because we or someone we love could become the next victim of gun violence.

That’s why we’re doing everything we can to elect Harris-Walz and gun safety champions up and down the ballot. Will you chip in today to support our organizing work as we mobilize the youth vote?

We’ve knocked on tens of thousands of doors and called and texted hundreds of thousands of eligible voters. Over the next five days, we’ll contact hundreds of thousands more young people in states like Michigan, Florida, and Arizona where a single vote could mean the difference between a future free of gun violence and a future where Trump and his NRA cronies put their profits over our lives. Our efforts paid off big time in 2020, and with your help, we can win again this year.

It’s now or never. These next five days are critical. Can we count on you to fuel our work to defeat Trump and the far-right, defend our gun safety progress, and achieve even bigger wins in 2025 and beyond?

Happy Halloween and happy organizing, 

March For Our Lives Action Fund

P.S. If you’re unable to donate, join us at our final two phonebanking sessions this Sunday at 3pm ET or Monday at 6pm ET by RSVPing here! 

Your Personal Invite To the Movement Fund 💌💙
At March For Our Lives, we call our monthly supporter program The Movement Fund.
Why are monthly recurring donors so important? The amount of one-time individual donations we receive as an organization varies vastly from month to month.
Without a steady stream of monthly donations coming in our door, it would be impossible to accurately plan our budgets, create long-term strategies to win a future free from gun violence, plan and execute on-the-ground organizing efforts, recruit and train more gun safety champions, and more.
One of the best ways that you can help sustain our movement is by becoming a recurring monthly donor. Can you sign up today?

31. October 2024 · Comments Off on Move On – October 31, 2024 · Categories: Affinity, Announcements

Nothing is scarier than a Trump presidency. Save the monsters for Halloween and make calls to elect Kamala!

Dear MoveOn member,

We know it can feel frightful to pick up the phone and speak directly with voters, but trust us—there’s nothing scarier than a Trump presidency. And luckily there’s something we can do to avoid this ghostly scene.

MoveOn members are making crucial phone calls every single day through Election Day to reach as many voters as possible and make sure they turn out to vote for Vice President Kamala Harris. We’ll get you all the training you need to make sure you’re comfortable and ready to go!

MoveOn members have already made 1 MILLION phone calls to crucial voters this election, and there’s more to be done! Every call can be the difference between someone sitting this election out and casting their ballot to elect Kamala Harris.

Our data team has identified the most crucial people in the most consequential states, whose votes could likely swing this election. To meet our voter contact goal, we need 250 people who read this email to sign up for a shift. Will you join us to call voters for at least one shift before November 5?

Millions of Americans are voting every single day in swing states as mail-in ballots get counted and early voting sites open their doors.1 It’s now up to us to make sure we motivate as many key voters as possible so we can power the momentum for Kamala Harris!

Take it from MoveOn volunteer Lena. She was scared to get involved, but she did it anyway. She’s doing everything she can, and more, right now—for the sake of her two children and because she wants to be the reason we elected our first-ever female POTUS! After attending her first event and connecting with fellow members, she got hooked and is now at the top of the caller leaderboards!

Be like Lena. Don’t ghost your civic duty—sign up for a MoveOn phone-banking shift today!

Kamala Harris is the leader we need to fight for our climate, our families, and our collective future. But elections can be won or lost on just thousands of votes—and that’s why we need your help.

No tricks here: The voters we’re calling are the people we KNOW we need in order to win. They live in key swing states, and their votes could be the difference between building a better future or living under Project 2025.

Don’t be haunted by missed volunteer opportunities. Sign up for a shift today, and tell a friend to join you!

Thanks for all you do.

–Alexis, Kelly, Amanda D., Amanda R., and the rest of the team

Source: 

1. “50 million Americans have already voted,” Axios, October 29, 2024
https://www.axios.com/2024/10/29/2024-election-early-voting-harris-trump



Want to support MoveOn? The MAGA right is declaring war, and Project 2025 is their battle plan. Project 2025 threatens our rights, attacks communities of color, hurts middle- and working-class families, and undermines our democracy. But we will not back down or let Trump steamroll our nation.

Will you start a monthly donation to power and sustain MoveOn’s election plan, stop Trump, and ensure Project 2025 is never enacted? 

Yes, I’ll chip in $5 a month.

No, I’m sorry, I can’t make a monthly donation.

Contributions to MoveOn Civic Action are not tax-deductible for income tax purposes. MoveOn.org Civic Action – PO Box 96141, Washington, D.C. 20090-6141.