State and Regional Affinity Organizations
National Affinity Organizations
Tri-City Democrats
Tri-City Democrats – Friday, May 8, 6:00 PM
Greetings fellow Democrats!
The weather is fine, so let’s have a picnic at the farm for our May event. Friday, May 8, 6pm at 4501 W Lattin Ct, West Richland, WA. There’s some chance it will be cool, but we’ll have a fire pit and patio heaters and blankets to take the edge off. Bring a hoody! Come gather with like-minded folks and share some fellowship, food and beverages. Bring a dish to share, and Tri-City Democrats will provide utensils and plates, and napkins. We’ll have the donation box available for those who care to financially support the group.
Our program is to be announced, but we’ll have some announcements and we will have ‘Hate Has no Home Here’ signs available.
Tri-City Democrats – Friday, February 13, 6:00 PM
Tri-City Democrats – Friday, January 9, 6:00 PM
Tri-City Democrats – Friday, December 12, 6:00 PM
Columbia Basin Badger Club
Date: 5/13/2026
Subject: Badger Forum: WILDFIRE!
From: Columbia Basin Badger Club
WILDFIRE! When wildfire breaks out, who decides what happens next?
Electricity. Water. And now wildfire. Each of our recent Badger Forums has explored how the Pacific Northwest manages essential—and limited—resources. Wildfire is no different. It shapes landscapes, communities, and policy in ways few forces can.
On Wednesday, May 13, our panel of experts will unpack how wildfire decisions are made: when to let a fire burn, when to fight it, and how those choices ripple across the region.
This hybrid Badger Forum begins at 12 Noon. There is no charge to attend, either in person or online. In-person seating is limited.
Transforming Conflict into Connection: Join Us for the Restorative Practices 201 Free Workshop!
Conflict doesn’t have to divide us—it can be a powerful opportunity for understanding, connection, and positive change.
Restorative Practices 201 Workshop, facilitated by the Conflict Center, sponsored by Battelle, is designed to equip you with practical tools to address low-level conflicts, build stronger relationships & create a more supportive environment for the youth you serve.
Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Time: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Location: Richland Public Library,
food provided
cost: Free
Focus: Advanced strategies for preventing and addressing low-level conflicts, repairing harm, and fostering connection within youth-serving communities.
Why Attend?
Learn actionable techniques to prevent minor conflicts from escalating.
Gain tools to build communication and turn conflict into opportunities for growth.
Explore real-world examples and case studies to apply restorative practices effectively.
Connect with others in the community who are committed to creating safe, inclusive, and supportive spaces for youth.
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is perfect for anyone in the community who works with youth, including educators, counselors, school staff, youth program leaders, mentors, coaches, extracurricular activity organizers, social workers, community advocates, restorative practices coordinators, and those involved with juvenile justice.
Registration Information:
https://forms.gle/UKzWNz26s4SRLpmA9
Deadline: Please register by March 21st.
Have questions or need more details? Reach out to us—we’re here to help!
Thank you for your dedication to creating safe, inclusive spaces and supporting the social-emotional well-being of the youth in our community. Let’s work together to turn conflict into connection and growth.
We can’t wait to see you on April 30th!
Learn more about the Conflict Center https://conflictcenter.org/
Election season is in full swing, bringing a host of important issues and candidates to evaluate. The Tri-Cities Diversity & Inclusion Council, in partnership with Café Con Arte, invites you to our Neighborhood Chat with Your Next Potential Representatives.
We encourage advocates and community partners to join us for an evening of comedy and community discourse. Together, we’ll ask questions, provide answers, and empower voters to head to the polls fully informed. Over 20 candidates running for office in Washington have been invited to participate in this essential dialogue.
Save your spot today by registering via Eventbrite: Tri-Cities Neighborhood Chat with Your Next Potential Representative
Details:
- Date: Saturday, November 2nd
- Time: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Location: Café Con Arte
430 W Columbia St. Suite A
Pasco, WA
In recognition of Day of the Dead, we will take time to remember the past and look toward a future strengthened by civic engagement. Light refreshments will be provided.
We look forward to seeing you there!
In community,
TCD&IC Team
Want to get involved?
Council meetings take place in person and online every second Thursday.
Email info@TCDIC.org for more information and the zoom link
Volunteer with the Council today!
One Family Adventure Can Nearly Pay for Your Membership!
Your Child Could Become a River Scientist Next Week
Within REACH | May Updates & Upcoming Programs
Experience the Tri-Cities Earth Day Festival This Saturday
Within REACH | April Updates & Upcoming Programs 2
Within REACH | April Updates & Upcoming Programs
Final Week: Battle of the Basin + Don’t Miss Your Chance
Battle of the Basin Continues — 10% Off REACH Memberships This Week
Within REACH | March Updates & Upcoming Programs
After-Hours Science for Middle School — Tuesday, February 24
Within REACH | February Updates & Upcoming Programs
A New Year at the REACH Museum
Midday Update: Help Us Reach More Tri-Cities Students Today
Within REACH November: Because of You, Curiosity Soared at the REACH This Year
Family fun starts tomorrow—Spooky Science kicks off Screech Week!🦉
Within REACH: October at the REACH: Screech, Science & More
This Week at the REACH: Homeschool Night, STEAM, EV Show & More!
Within REACH: Discover Local with New Member Perks🎟️
Within REACH: Last Chance to Support the REACH at Spuds & Suds – Aug. 21!
Spuds & Suds: Can’t Attend? You Can Still Change a Child’s Future
Spuds & Suds: Celebrate Science, BBQ & Brews with Local Legends
Free Day, Big Celebrations, & A Party You Don’t Want to Miss!
Aloha! Your Membership Takes You to Hawaii 🌺
Don’t Miss the Final Leg of Our Membership Roadtrip – Big Savings Ahead!
Explore the South with Your REACH Membership
Correction: Monty Webb’s Broadcast Home
Within REACH: Spuds & Suds Returns! Plus New Exhibit & Summer Family Fun
Explore More for Less – 5 Free Stops from Bozeman to the Great Lakes
REACH Membership Roadtrip: California + Southwest + Big Savings
We’re Finally Packed — Let’s Hit the Road!
Within REACH: Hit the Road, Discover More, Celebrate Summer!
Introducing: “Within REACH” – Your Monthly REACH Museum Update
Celebrate Native Voices Through Art 1/17– RSVP Today!
Celebrate 10 Years of Discovery – 10% Off New Member
Today we…
Support new arrivals through education, relationships and community so they can thrive in their new home.
In the future, we will…
Create a community of open hearts, helping hands and supportive systems where strangers become friends and we all thrive.
Do you remember learning to read? What would your life be like if you’d never had that opportunity?
Many of the students in our B5 classes are learning to read for the first time, or never really mastered reading when they were learning English. According to the Barbara Bush Foundation, 19% of adults in Benton County and 37% in Franklin County have low literacy skills, limiting their access to employment, education, and economic mobility. This helps explain why 13.4% of adults in Benton and Franklin counties have not completed a high school diploma or GED, almost double the state rate of 7.7% (Benton-Franklin Trends).
Adults with low literacy skills don’t see themselves as learners and often give up trying. Language learning and literacy go hand in hand, and learning to read in a language that is unfamiliar is even more challenging for adults than it is for kids. For this reason, a safe, encouraging environment is important to keep students working toward their goals.
At B5, we’re thankful for staff and volunteers who work diligently and persistently with students to help them on the road to success. They are equipping our students with the skills they need to become citizens, complete job applications, and get better paying jobs.
In the past, most of our students were new arrival refugees, and B5 received state funding to support them on their educational journey. Today, fewer than half of our students qualify for state funded support. More than ever, we look to our community to join us in the work by volunteering and investing in our students.
Thank you to all of you who give your time and money, so refugees and immigrants can find welcome at the doors of B5. Your donation in any amount allows us to support our programs to help newly arrived refugees THRIVE in our community. Will you join us?
Donations can be made through our website or they can be mailed to: B5 Learning Center 715 S Jean Street Kennewick, WA 99336
Contact us:
(509) 221-1572
info@thriveatb5.org
Keep in touch:
Like our Facebook page
Follow us on Instagram
Bookmark our website
Sign up here to receive our news in your own email inbox!
Today we…
Support new arrivals through education, relationships and community so they can thrive in their new home.
In the future, we will…
Create a community of open hearts, helping hands and supportive systems where strangers become friends and we all thrive.
Join B5 at Barnes & Noble tomorrow, Saturday, April 4, for a bookfair! B5 staff and volunteers will host an information table, as well as a station to make your own bookmark, and several story-times. If you mention B5 at checkout, a portion of your sale will go to B5!
B5 will have a table near the kids’ section from 10am to 6pm.
We can’t wait to see you there!
Thank you to all of you who give your time and money, so refugees and immigrants can find welcome at the doors of B5. Your donation in any amount allows us to support our programs to help newly arrived refugees THRIVE in our community. Will you join us?
Donations can be made through our website or they can be mailed to: B5 Learning Center 715 S Jean Street Kennewick, WA 99336
Contact us:
(509) 221-1572
info@thriveatb5.org
Keep in touch:
Like our Facebook page
Follow us on Instagram
Bookmark our website
Sign up here to receive our news in your own email inbox!
Click here to see the full Do Something 2026-05-13
Hope you are all holding up! This week the key is to call Newhouse, Cantwell and Murray!!! We have to stop the funding bill that would give ICE and CBP much more money and fund Trump’s ballroom. See below and please take 5 minutes to reach out. Also, hope to see you on Saturday at the P
Also, please find and like us on our new Facebook page LINK
Look forward to seeing you all again! Join me
Zoom (Join Indivisible Tri-cities for zoom link)
Click here to see the full Do Something 2026-05-06
Well, there is a lot of information about voting rights and the threat to our elections. Please this week make it a point to read and understand what the Callais decision means for the minority vote in our country. Educate anyway you know how!
Sources: Democracy Forward, Brennan Center for Justice, Legal AF
Also, please find and like us on our new Facebook page LINK
Calls this week: thanks to Chop Wood, Carry Water – use this template or make it your own!
Look forward to seeing you all again! Join me
Zoom (Join Indivisible Tri-cities for zoom link)
FAQ from A Better Richland
Richland registered voters will vote this November to update the Richland City Council election process to be like the rest of Washington’s First-Class Cities, Pasco, and Kennewick.
Currently all seven members of the Richland council are elected “at-large.” They can live anywhere in the city. A vote to change the city charter would mean five council members would have to be elected from the districts where they live and two would still be elected “at-large”. Each of the five proposed districts would have approximately 12,000 residents. An interactive map on our website can show you in which district you would live.
Dear Friend,
Happy Mother’s Day (month). Yes we want all the flowers! AND … we need affordable groceries, childcare, healthcare, and paid family/medical leave, too.
Join us this Mother’s Day Month of May for a zoom community meeting celebrating Mom Power, featuring special guests, powerful stories, and ways to take action for moms and families. We’ll celebrate the year-round activism by and for moms and families, including the recent activations in DC and across the nation — and also talk about what comes next.
Here are the details:
When: Wednesday May 20, 2026 at 8:30 PM ET / 5:30 PM PT. *NOTE: We are meeting on Wednesday this month, not Thursday!
Where: Zoom (RSVP below to access the link)
How: RSVP here, and tell your friends!
We can’t wait to see you there!
Join us!
– Kristin, Karen, Ruth, Katrina, Carrie, Catalina, and the rest of the MomsRising and MamásConPoder Team
Register to vote! / ¡Regístrese para votar!
Join our Spanish language community, MamásConPoder.org
What should MomsRising tackle next? Tell us!
Dear Friend,
Mother’s Day may be over, but just like parenting and caregiving, our mission to make Washington a place where moms and families can thrive marches forward all 365 days of the year. And right now, our beloved Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML) program needs our help!
Here’s the situation: Claims have doubled in just four years because the demand for PFML is real and the impact is life-changing—but that growth means the program is on track to run out of money by 2030. Instead of finding sustainable revenue to keep up with that demand, some lawmakers are proposing cutting benefits. That’s the wrong answer!
Being there for our families and ourselves shouldn’t be a financial gamble. Whether it’s recovering from childbirth, managing a serious mental health issue, or caring for a loved one with cancer,
Tell WA Lawmakers: PFML deserves a strong future!
Washingtonians deserve the security of knowing PFML will be there when they need it most. We want our leaders to double down on their commitment to PFML by focusing on sustainable funding solutions that don’t threaten current benefits.
Moms and caregivers across Washington have worked too hard and fought too long to let this program be scaled back. Let’s make sure every family—today and for generations to come—gets the support they need when life’s biggest moments arrive.
With hope and solidarity,
– Lauren, Sara, Olivia, Maricela, and everyone at MomsRising
Register to vote! / ¡Regístrese para votar!
Join our Spanish language community, MamásConPoder.org
What should MomsRising tackle next? Tell us!
LWVWA Resisting Threats to Democracy—Action Needed
As you read this, our democracy is under threat here in Washington state. And the League of Women Voters of Washington (LWVWA) is taking action—every day—to defend it.
IN THE COURTS: We are fighting to protect voter registration rights nationwide. In a key case against U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, LWVWA submitted a sworn statement opposing efforts to block groups like the League from registering new citizens at naturalization ceremonies. This fight continues—and so do we.
IN THE LEGISLATURE: This session, LWVWA tracked 68 democracy-related bills and helped pass eight critical laws to safeguard voters and elections—strengthening protections against discrimination, stopping bad-faith voter challenges, and securing sensitive voter data.
IN OUR COMMUNITIES: We led a successful “decline to sign” campaign to stop Initiative 126, a proposal that would have made it harder to register and stay registered to vote. Now, we’re pushing back against I-500—another attempt to create those same barriers.
This is what defending democracy looks like. It’s urgent. It’s ongoing. And it works.
But we can’t do it without you.
Democracy requires constant effort—and your support makes that possible. This GiveBIG, please make a gift to LWVWA to help defend and strengthen democracy in Washington.
Karen Crowley, President
League of Women Voters of Washington
The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization that encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy.
The League of Women Voters of Washington
1511 Third Ave, Suite 801
Seattle, WA 98101
United States
LWVWA Legislative Action Newsletter April 6, 2026
LWVWA Evergreen Voter April 2, 2026
LWVWA Legislative Action Newsletter March 15, 2026
LWVWA Legislative Action Newsletter March 8, 2026
LWVWA Legislative Action Newsletter March 1, 2026
LWVWA Legislative Action Newsletter February 15, 2026
LWVWA Legislative Action Newsletter February 8, 2026
LWVWA Evergreen Voter February 5, 2026
LWVWA Legislative Action Newsletter February 1, 2026
LWVWA Legislative Action Newsletter January 25, 2026
LWVWA Legislative Action Newsletter January 18, 2026
LWVWA In League January 15, 2026
LWVWA Legislative Action Newsletter January 11, 2026
LWVWA Resisting Threats to Democracy January 8, 2026
LWVWA Resisting Threats to Democracy December 11, 2025
Today is Giving Tuesday, and the League of Women Voters of Washington needs your support.
For more than 105 years, the League has stood up for fair elections, protected the right to vote, and helped people make their voices heard. Here in Washington, our 20 local Leagues continue that work every day.
These are challenging times for our country, and the League’s steady, nonpartisan leadership is more important than ever. We know what it takes to protect our democracy, and we know we can do it — together.
Together WE WILL.
Show up.
Speak out.
Educate.
Empower.
Defend.
I hope you’ll make a Giving Tuesday gift to support this work. Every contribution strengthens our democracy.
With gratitude,
Karen Crowley, President
The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization that encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy.
The League of Women Voters of Washington
1511 Third Ave, Suite 801
Seattle, WA 98101
United States
LWVWA’s Evergreen Voter December 4, 2025
LWVWA’s Evergreen Voter October 31, 2025
LWVWA’s Evergreen Voter October 2, 2025
LWVWA’s Evergreen Voter August 29, 2025
LWVWA’s Evergreen Voter Jul/y 30, 2025
LWVWA’s Evergreen Voter June 30, 2025
LWVWA’s Legislative Action Newsletter May 4, 2025
LWVWA’s Evergreen Voter May 30, 2025
LWVWA’s Evergreen Voter April 25, 2025
LWVWA’s Legislative Action Newsletter April 20, 2025
LWVWA’s Legislative Action Newsletter April 13, 2025
LWVWA’s Legislative Action Newsletter April 6, 2025
LWVWA’s Legislative Action Newsletter March 30, 2025
LWVWA’s Evergreen Voter March 28, 2025
LWVWA’s Legislative Action Newsletter March 23, 2025
LWVWA’s Legislative Action Newsletter March 16, 2025
LWVWA’s Legislative Action Newsletter March 9, 2025
LWVWA’s Legislative Action Newsletter March 2, 2025
LWVWA’s Legislative Action Newsletter February 23, 2025
LWVWA’s Legislative Action Newsletter February 16, 2025
LWVWA’s Legislative Action Newsletter February 9, 2025
LWVWA’s Legislative Action Newsletter February 2, 2025
LWVWA’s Legislative Action Newsletter January 26, 2025
LWVWA’s Evergreen Voter January 21, 2025
LWVWA’s Legislative Action Newsletter January 19, 2025
LWVWA’s Legislative Action Newsletter January 12, 2025
Voter Resources // League Impact // more
Evergreen Voter | Candidate Forums //Columbia River Treaty // more
Ballot Initiatives // November Election // more
Evergreen Voter | August Primary // Ballot Initiatives // Vote411 // more
Ballot Initiatives//League Reflections //Candidate Forums // more
LWVWA Takes NO Position on I-2117 //Candidate Forums // more
Evergreen Voter | LWVWA Council //Extending Your Impact // more
Legislative Action Newsletter March 13, 2024
Legislative Action Newsletter March 3, 2024
[Español Abajo]
As immigration enforcement continues to harm our communities, knowledge and action are more important than ever. That’s why WAISN provides regular online trainings to build community resilience and meet this moment with solidarity in action.
✊Know Your Rights Trainings [Bilingual in English + Spanish]: Gain invaluable knowledge about your constitutional and civil rights—from understanding the difference between judicial and administrative warrants to learning how to access key resources quickly. These trainings empower everyone to protect themselves and one another when interacting with immigration enforcement agents.
🛡️Rapid Response Trainings [Bilingual in English + Spanish]: Learn how to become part of WAISN’s Rapid Response network—trained, vetted volunteers activated through our Deportation Defense Hotline. Document reported violations of constitutional rights and civil liberties, ensure that community members are informed and supported in knowing their rights, and connect impacted families to resources.
🫂Accompaniment Trainings [English only] : Learn to support community members navigating immigration court appointments while gaining a deeper understanding of the impact immigration systems have on our communities. Participants are asked to complete a Know Your Rights (KYR) training prior to attending the Accompaniment Training.
Language access: while most of our online trainings are bilingual in English and Spanish, you can still request interpretation in another language by completing the registration form.
Can we count on you to join the thousands of community members who have been trained in Know Your Rights, Rapid Response, and Accompaniment to support and protect each other?
Upcoming Trainings
Accompaniment Volunteer Training – Wednesday, May 20 | 12-3 PM
(English only, but bilingual volunteers encouraged!)
Rapid Response Training – Tuesday, May 26 | 6-8 PM
(Bilingual in English + Spanish)
Know Your Rights Training – Wednesday, June 17 | 5:45-7:30 PM
(Bilingual in English + Spanish)
These are virtual training sessions you can join from home, with an impact that will last for years to come. And if one of these doesn’t work for you, you can always find upcoming training sessions and events on the WAISN Events Calendar.
We need you with us. Knowing our rights is how we stay ready to stand with our friends and neighbors, show up to support community members, and make sure immigration enforcement agents don’t get to operate in the dark without accountability.
At a time when families are being torn apart, we can respond with community care and community-led action, uniting the voices of immigrants and allies across the state to strengthen and build self-determination for immigrant Washingtonians.
In solidarity,
The Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network
[ENGLISH ABOVE]
En un momento en que la aplicación de las leyes de inmigración impacta cada vez más a nuestras comunidades, el conocimiento y la acción son más importantes que nunca. Por eso, en WAISN ofrecemos entrenamientos virtuales para fortalecer la resiliencia de la comunidad y responder a este momento con solidaridad.
✊Entrenamiento “Conoce tus Derechos” (bilingüe en inglés + español): Aprenda sobre sus derechos constitucionales y civiles, desde entender la diferencia entre órdenes judiciales y administrativas hasta saber cómo acceder rápidamente a recursos importantes. Estos entrenamientos nos dan las herramientas para protegernos a nosotros mismos y a los demás cuando interactuamos con agentes de inmigración.
🛡️Entrenamiento de Respuesta Rápida (bilingüe en inglés + español): Aprenda cómo unirse al equipo de Respuesta Rápida de WAISN — una red de voluntarios capacitados y de confianza, activados a través de nuestra Línea de Defensa contra la Deportación. Documente las violaciones reportadas de los derechos constitucionales y las libertades civiles, asegúrese de que los miembros de la comunidad estén informados y reciban apoyo para conocer sus derechos, y conecte a las familias afectadas con recursos.
🫂Capacitación en Acompañamiento (Solo en inglés): Aprenda a apoyar a los miembros de la comunidad que tienen citas en los tribunales de inmigración, mientras adquiere un conocimiento más profundo sobre el impacto de los sistemas de inmigración en nuestras comunidades. Se pide a los participantes que completen el entrenamiento “Conozca sus derechos” (KYR) antes de asistir a la capacitación sobre acompañamiento.
Acceso lingüístico: aunque la mayoría de nuestros entrenamientos son bilingües en inglés y español, usted puede solicitar interpretación en otro idioma cuando se registra.
¿Podemos contar con usted para que se una a nuestro movimiento de miles de personas que han recibido entrenamiento en Conozca sus Derechos, Respuesta Rápida y Acompañamiento para apoyarnos y protegernos mutuamente?
Próximos entrenamientos
Capacitación en Acompañamiento – Miércoles, 20 de mayo | 12-3 pm
(Solo en inglés, ¡pero se anima la participación de voluntarios bilingües!)
Entrenamiento de Respuesta Rápida – Jueves, 26 de mayo | 6-8 pm
(bilingüe en inglés + español)
Entrenamiento de Conozca sus Derechos – Miércoles, 17 de junio | 5:45-7:30 pm
(bilingüe en inglés + español)
Estos son entrenamientos virtuales a los que puede unirse desde casa, con un impacto que durará años. Si ninguna de estas opciones le conviene, siempre puede consultar el calendario de eventos de WAISN para encontrar próximas sesiones de entrenamiento y eventos.
Tenemos que permanecer unidos. Al saber cuáles son nuestros derechos, estamos listos para apoyar a los miembros de la comunidad y asegurarnos de que los agentes de inmigración no trabajen a escondidas sin ser responsables de sus acciones.
En un momento en el que las familias están siendo separadas, respondamos con el cuidado comunitario y la acción liderada por la comunidad, uniendo las voces de los inmigrantes y sus aliados en todo el estado para fortalecer y construir la autodeterminación de los inmigrantes de Washington.
En solidaridad,
La Red de Solidaridad de Inmigrantes en Washington
[Español Abajo]
Tomorrow, May 1st, is International Workers’ Day — or May Day!
May Day was born from the organizing of working people in the United States, who successfully advocated for an 8-hour workday in 1886. Since then it has been a powerful day of action uniting labor, immigrants, and community organizations across the country.
Here in Washington, the partnership between labor and immigrant justice organizations goes back to the very inception of WAISN. Our work started in collaboration with allies to alert community members about ICE raids in our communities and workplaces, and we have worked with our partners in the labor movement since then to empower all working people in Washington, regardless of immigration status.
So whether you’re in Sunnyside or Seattle, bring your friends, your family, and your neighbors, because on May 1st we’re celebrating our wins and continuing to build toward a future where all of us can truly thrive.
We hope to see you there,
The Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network
[ENGLISH ABOVE]
¡Mañana, en el 1ro de mayo celebramos el Día Internacional de los Trabajadores!
Esta fecha surgió de la movilización de los trabajadores en Estados Unidos, quienes lograron que se estableciera la jornada laboral de ocho horas en 1886. Desde entonces, ha sido un día de acción importante en el que se unen los sindicatos, los inmigrantes y las organizaciones comunitarias de todo el país.
En Washington, la colaboración entre las organizaciones sindicales y de defensa de los inmigrantes ha existido desde los inicios de WAISN. Empezamos trabajando con nuestros aliados para que nuestras comunidades conocieran sobre las redadas de ICE en los vecindarios y lugares de trabajo, y desde entonces hemos colaborado con nuestros compañeros del movimiento sindical para empoderar a todos los trabajadores de Washington, sin importar su estatus migratorio.
Ya sea que esté en Sunnyside o en Seattle, traiga a sus amigos, a su familia y a sus vecinos, porque este 1ro de mayo celebraremos nuestras victorias y seguiremos trabajando por un futuro en el que todos podamos prosperar de verdad.
Esperamos verle ahí,
La Red de Solidaridad de Inmigrantes en Washington
Building the Blue Wave: 2026 Campaign and Elections Training
Join Us for a Day of Learning, Connection, and Action!
- When: Saturday, May 23, 2026, 9 AM – 5 PM
- Check-in and breakfast networking begin at 8 AM
- Where: Washington Education Association Headquarters (32032 Weyerhaeuser Way S, Federal Way, WA 98001)
- Cost: $50 (or sign up for a recurring monthly contribution of $10)
Why You Should Attend:
Whether you’re new to campaigns or a seasoned campaigner or activist, this training is designed to empower you with the skills to make a difference. From Campaigning 101 and Field Organizing to Fundraising and Messaging, you’ll gain practical tools to strengthen your impact. Plus, hear from political consultants during our Lunch Panel and connect with fellow change makers throughout the day.
This is an opportunity to invest in your growth and the future of leadership in Washington State. For nearly 30 years, the WAIDF Fellows’ Program has been building the infrastructure to support leaders like you.
Don’t miss out! Register here or email emily@democraticfuture.org for more information.
Presented by the Washington Institute for a Democratic Future and
sponsored by the Washington Education Association, King County Democrats, Snohomish County Democrats, and Pierce County Democrats
Copyright © 2025 Institute for a Democratic Future , All rights reserved.
Our mailing address is:
Institute for a Democratic Future
401 2nd Ave S Ste 303
Seattle, WA 98104
In this Issue:
- ¡Chinga La Migra! 17th Annual Trivia Night was a huge success!
- Alumni Long Beach Weekend: April 24 – April 26
- Here’s what’s coming up:
- Our Jobs List-Serv is live!
¡Chinga La Migra! 17th Annual Trivia Night was a huge success!
Your support made for an unforgettable evening of singing, trivia, and celebration – and it also raised the most funds ever for the fellows’ Washington D.C. trip.
Board Member Derek Richards tickled the ivories, and countless alumni, board members, and fellows came together to make the event possible, ensuring scholarships so that the entire class can participate.
While the Spirit of ’12 held onto their reigning champion title (three-peat champions), the competition was fierce, friendly, and full of fun — with team names like ¡Chinga La Migra! and “Marco Rubio’s 4th Job,” you just knew it was going to be a good night. And everyone walked away a winner in some way.
Thank you for joining us and supporting the Class of 2026!
And if you’ve seen any of the footage or photos, you’re probably feeling a little bit of FOMO right now. Don’t worry, we have a cure for that, below!
-Emily
Save the Date: Alumni Long Beach Weekend (April 24 – April 26)
Alumni Long Beach Weekend: April 24 – April 26
Long Beach Alumni weekend is next month! Join us from Friday, April 24 – Sunday, April 26, for a weekend of coastal charm and impactful learning as WAIDF returns to the Adrift Hotel in Long Beach, Washington.
WAIDF Alumni and Adrift Hospitality’s Founder and CEO Tiffany Turner has offered a special WAIDF Discount Code, and together, with Alumni, Madeline Matson, Director at Rural Assembly, they have put on an amazing programming weekend featuring panels on rural healthcare, local government, and rural schools and childcare, along with a tour of the Port of Chinook and a visit to Ilwaco Cider Co. Plus, we’ll have sessions on building rural resilience and a stop at the Chinook or Naselle Youth Camp.
Sign up today! The discount code for Adrift Hotel & Spa will be shared upon registration.
Here’s what’s coming up:
- March 28 & 29: Tacoma and Pierce County Weekend
The fellows are taking Pierce County by storm this weekend and maybe even a No Kings Rally, as well. - April 11 & 12: Central WA
- April 25 & 26: Long Beach Weekend
- May 5 – 8: Washington, D.C.
- May 23: Campaign and Elections Weekend (Federal Way)
We’re planning something big this year. If you’re a consultant, organizer, or advocate, or have wisdom to share with candidates running or supporting candidates across the state, reach out to Emily Wicks at emily@democraticfuture.org. And if you’re a candidate, future candidate, already working on a campaign, or planning to work on campaigns, hold May 23rd on your calendar!
Please reach out if you’re interested in partnering on an upcoming event or program! You can use the Program Hosting & Reception Interest Form below.
Our Jobs List-Serv is live!
With nearly 100 subscribers, our WAIDF Jobs List-Serv is live!
Share opportunities ranging from internal roles within your organization to ones that catch your eye, like internships and fellowships, through the WAIDF Jobs List-Serv.
Once signed up, simply email your job or opportunity to jobs@democraticfuture.org. Be sure to include pertinent details, a link, and what relationship you have (if any) with the opportunity.
Copyright © 2025 Institute for a Democratic Future , All rights reserved.
Our mailing address is:
Institute for a Democratic Future
401 2nd Ave S Ste 303
Seattle, WA 98104
WA Weekly Democracy Legislative Newsletter for Feb 9, 2026 – Updates & Action Needed!
Attention those in WA State: Please join us on January 23rd in Olympia for Democracy Lobby Day 2026!
TODAY: Democracy Happy Hour @ 5 pm PT/8 pm ET – Patriotic Millionaires with Morris Pearl, Chair
No Kings! National Day of Action on Oct 18th & Impeach Trump Campaign
TODAY: Democracy Happy Hour @ 5 pm PT/8 pm ET – National Popular Vote with Dr. John R. Koza, Chair
Stand Up for Democracy! Awards Dinner & Celebration on Oct 25th in Seattle
TODAY: Democracy Happy Hour @ 5 pm PT/8 pm ET – Polemic for Democracy with author Zane Gustafson
Join us this Saturday, Democracy in the Park Picnic in Spokane on Saturday, August 23rd at 12-3 pm!
Democracy in the Park Picnic in Spokane on Saturday, August 23rd at 12-3 pm
Join us for a Democracy in the Park Picnic in Spokane on Aug 23 at 12-3 pm!
Join us for Democracy in the Park Picnics in Seattle on July 26 and Spokane on Aug 23!
Weekly News Roundup for Yes on Prop 1 to Renew Seattle’s Democracy Voucher Program!
A History of Public Financing of Elections in Seattle with Rory O’Sullivan
Democracy Happy Hour @ 5 pm PT/8 pm ET – Introducing the Resist Trump Campaign with Nevin Kamath
Join us TODAY for the Yes on Prop 1 Campaign Kickoff to Renew Seattle’s Democracy Voucher Program!
Join us on May 27th for Campaign Kickoff to Renew Seattle’s Democracy Voucher Program!
Campaign Kickoff to Renew Seattle’s Democracy Voucher Program on May 27th!
GiveBig 2025 to support & protect democracy!
Spring 2025 Online Auction ends this Sunday – Get your bids in NOW!
We are down to the final days of our Spring 2025 Online Auction – Get your bids in now!
Last Week for Our Spring 2025 Online Auction – Over 100 items up for bid!
Our Spring 2025 Online Auction Continues – Get your bids in now!
Get in on the action for our Spring 2025 Online Auction!
Check out all the great items on our Spring 2025 Online Auction!
Spring 2025 Online Auction is NOW Underway!
Fix Democracy First – ‘s Spring 2025 Online Auction Starts TODAY!
Democracy Happy Hour @ 5 pm PT/8 pm ET – Leaving MAGA with Rich Logis
Support Democracy! Please make a donation to support our programs and work for democracy. We can't do this without you!
Follow Us!
Fix Democracy First
1402 3rd Ave Ste 500
Seattle, Washington 98101
(206) 552-3287
info@fixdemocracyfirst.org
We’re Calling Congress Together: “Invest in our Communities, NOT Mass Deportations!”
Walking as Resistance: Atomic Pilgrim & Immigrant Justice Prayer Walk this Week
Faith Leaders Stand with Gov. Furgeson for Detention Center Accountability
Stand in Solidarity at May Day and More Upcoming Events!
Celebrate Earth Day and Arts Events for Social Justice
Keep Organizing After No Kings and Celebrate FAN Bill Signings
Join FAN at a No Kings III Rally in your Area
Interfaith Connections and Solidarity this Spring
Get Important Bills Signed by Gov. Ferguson and Organize Your Community
Sine Die: 2026 Legislative Session Ends
Join our FAN 2026 Legislation Celebration and No Kings III
Help these Bills Pass TODAY Before House Cutoff
Voter Disenfranchisement, Millionaire’s Tax and More
Help the Millionaires Tax Pass the House and Stand with Immigrant Workers in WA
Attend Townhalls this Weekend and IFAD Recap 2026
Keep these Bills Moving after IFAD
Let’s Move these Bills, Week 4 Recap, & Homeland Security
Sign-in Pro and Help Push the Millionaires Tax Bill Forward!
WA Weekly Democracy Legislative Newsletter for Feb 2, 2026 – Action Needed!
Advocacy Opportunities Week 4 and Week 3 Recap
FAN says ICE OUT: Here are some Actions We Can Take Together
WA Weekly Democracy Legislative Newsletter for Jan 26, 2026 – Plus Action Needed!
Advocacy Opportunities Week 3 and Week 2 Recap
2026 Leg Session Advocacy Opportunities Week 2 and Week 1 Recap
If you are in WA, please join us in Olympia on Jan 23 for Democracy Lobby Day 2026!
123 Action! Raise Your Voice this Weekend!
Join us this Thursday January 8 at Westminster UCC!
Faith in Action: Looking Forward to the New Year
Interfaith Advocacy Day 2026 Registration Now Open
Make Sure you Register for our 2026 Legislative Preview this Week
Gearing Up for our Legislative Preview Next Week
TODAY: Democracy Happy Hour @ 5 pm PT/8 pm ET – Majority Rules 101: FILM & Discussion
Celebrating our Annual Dinner Together
FAN Dinner Registration Extended to Thursday November 13th
Don’t Miss Out on Our FAN Annual Dinner featuring Rep. Jayapal and the Tacoma Refugee Choir
Get your Annual Dinner Ticketes by November 10 & Fall Updates
Help Guide Our Legislative Agenda and Register for our Annual Dinner
Build a Multi-Faith Presence at Spokane No Kings
Join Us for Our Annual Dinner November 16
Annual Dinner Registration Now Open+ Advocacy Opportunities
Tell the Senate to Prioritize Healthcare Access
Save the Date for Our Annual Dinner on November 16
Opportunities Galore: Federal Advocacy Trainings, Criminal/Immigrant Justice, and More
Meeting the Moment: Federal Advocacy Training with the UCC
Celebrating the Life of Rev. Carol Jensen
FAN Mid-Year Appeal and Advocacy Events Around our State
Day of Action: Flood the Phones to Reject the Immoral Budget
Advocate in Solidarity with People of Faith & Conscience at the U.S. Senate Steps!
FAN Spring Summits This Sunday, June 1st, Seattle Meeting Moved to June 22nd
More Locations for FAN Spring Summits, Don’t Miss Out
FAN Spring Summits & Celebrations
Call Your Representatives Now, Federal Advocacy Alert to Protect Medicaid & SNAP!
Federal Advocacy Alert: Protect Medicaid & SNAP!
2025 WA Legislative session: wins, gratitude, and more action ahead
Just Two More Days Left in Session + May Day Actions Across the State
Final Week – Rallying for a Moral Budget
Week 14 Legislative Recap – The Final Countdown: Revenue Debates and Justice Wins Before Sine Die
Take Action Now for Immigrant Rights, Progressive Revenue, Housing and More!
Keeping our Faith and Advocacy Energy Going + Week 13 Recap
Sign-In Pro then Go to a HANDS OFF Rally! + Week 12 Legislative Recap
WA Democracy Legislative Newsletter for the week of March 31, 2025 & Action Needed!
Now It’s About the Money + Week 10 Legislative Session Recap
Making Our Presence Felt at Townhalls + Week 9 Legislative Session Recap
Blessings of our Faith Traditions and our Unfailing Advocacy + Week 8 Legislative Session Recap
Action Moves to Town Halls & Rules Committees + Week 7 Legislative Session Recap
Celebrating IFAD and Bill Cut Off! Legislative Session Week 6 Action Alerts and Recap
Preparing for IFAD and Bill Cut Off! Legislative Session Week 5 Action Alerts and Recap
Make a Difference! Legislative Session Week 4 Action Alerts and Recap
Increasing Our Advocacy, Legislative Session! Week 3
Increasing Our Advocacy, Legislative Session! Week 2
Standing Together for Immigrant Rights
Sign-In Pro Now on JDA! Legislative Session Week 2 FAN Criminal Justice Reform Update
Welcome to the 2025 Legislative Session! Week 1
FAN Interfaith Advocacy Day Registration Now Open and Our 2025 Legislative Agenda
Register for the 2025 Eastern WA Legislative Conference Jan 25
Opportunities to Learn More About FAN’s 2025 Policy Priorities
A Heartfelt Gratitude from Faith Action Network and Upcoming FAN Events
A Word of Support from Faith Action Network and an invitation to our Annual Dinner
Learn about the Ballot Initiatives Next Tuesday
Announcing FAN’s Next Executive Director, Joyce del Rosario and Upcoming FAN Events
Registration for FAN 2024 Annual Dinner now Open
Join Us for “Understanding the Impacts of Indian Boarding Schools”
Faith, Labor and Building Our Statewide Connections
3 Initiatives to Vote No on this November
Remember to Vote in the Primaries August 6th
Build skills with FAN this summer and Vote NO on Initiatives
Announcing Our Search for FAN’s Next Executive Director
Putting Our Values into Action
Table with us at Spokane Pride
Taking Action Together this Election Season
Announcing our FAN Spring Summits
Continuing Opportunities for Advocacy
Important announcement from FAN
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our 14th Annual Event, Power in Partnership.
Yesterday was a powerful reminder of what this movement is made of: people who show up, refuse to accept gun violence as inevitable, and keep working toward a safer future for every community. We left feeling grounded in the strength of this community and clear-eyed about the work ahead. Because we know what is possible when we act together.
Gun violence is preventable. Lives can be saved. And every step forward happens because people like you choose to be part of this work.
If you were in the room, thank you for showing up, giving generously, and helping make the afternoon so meaningful. If you missed the event, you can watch the full livestream recording on our YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=td1UbCi6a4E
And if you did not get a chance to give, there is still time to make a gift. Your support helps us strengthen the advocacy, education, partnerships, and programs that move Washington closer to a future free from gun violence.
Make a gift today: agraction.org/donate
Thank you again for being part of this movement. We are deeply grateful to do this work alongside you.
With gratitude,
The Alliance for Gun Responsibility
ALLIANCE FOR GUN RESPONSIBILITY
P.O. Box 4187 Seattle, WA 98194
MARCH NEWSLETTER
2026
30 Years Since Moses Lake – What We’ve Learned
February marked the 30th anniversary of the shooting at Moses Lake, which took three lives, including the younger brother of Alliance for Gun Responsibility CEO, Renee Hopkins. In two thoughtful Op-Ed’s published in The Spokesman-Review and Seattle’s Child, Renee revisits that fateful day and offers progressive solutions that could prevent another life-altering event like the one that occurred in Moses Lake three decades ago. Seattle’s Child: “Thirty years ago, my world stopped. I was just out of college when my brother, Arnie, was killed by a student who brought a firearm to Frontier Junior High School in Moses Lake…Arnie was 14 years old.”
Lawmakers in Olympia Hear Directly from AGR
A short session means a busy session, and that means there was no rest for the Alliance. Starting in early January, the Alliance has had a steady presence in Olympia this Legislative session. Whether it’s testifying in support of restoring funding to the Office of Firearm Safety and Violence Prevention or dozens of orange shirted activists deploying to the gallery following the floor action, you couldn’t be anywhere in the Capitol without hearing the Alliance’s message that gun violence is preventable.
We Are Deeply Disappointed
Despite the clear data, expert endorsements, and the overwhelming public support, the House failed to pass HB 1152, our Safe Storage bill. By failing to move this legislation forward, legislators missed a critical opportunity that will result in at least one more year of unaccountability for irresponsible firearm owners. It’s regrettable that after years of organizing, advocacy, and making significant investments to elect leaders who campaigned on gun violence prevention, that safe storage became a negotiating bargaining chip as well as a convenient excuse for legislators lacking courage and leadership.
So, what are we going to do? We’re going to recommit the Alliance to elevating safe storage to the top of Washington’s public safety agenda. We will foster this legislative environment with education to our gun violence prevention champions and newly elected officials on safe storage data, research and device distribution success stories. Legislators, you’re going to see the Alliance in your districts, at your Town Hall meetings, and tabling at your community events. We will be holding policy briefings, conducting trainings and organizing gun violence prevention champions across the state.
Let’s re-energize legislative support for a safe storage law
in Washington!
Alliance Helps Deliver Public Safety Win: Governor Signs Bill Cracking Down on 3D Printed Ghost Guns
A major component of the Alliance’s 2026 legislative agenda, HB 2320, was signed into law by Governor Ferguson. This is a piece of legislation that will strengthen Washington’s ghost gun statute to directly address the growing threat of untraceable, 3D-printed firearms. The Alliance for Gun Responsibility thanks the Governor, bill sponsor Representative Osman Salahuddin, and the Washington State Legislature for delivering another public safety win for communities across the state.
With the passage of HB 2320, Washington continues to take a proactive approach to closing gaps in existing law and addressing emerging risks before they escalate. The Alliance for Gun Responsibility will continue working with lawmakers and partners to advance practical, evidence-based solutions that strengthen public safety and reflect the realities communities are facing today.
AGR Field Team is Everywhere
Not only has the AGR Field Team been a constant presence in the Capitol Gallery, they’ve also been building partnerships with community organizations across Washington. In 2026, our Field Team assisted and volunteered at the Washington Youth Alliance Lobby Day, where they held meetings with legislators on key issues affecting young people in Washington – most importantly gun violence prevention. We also attended the National Survey: How Young Adults View the Health of Our Democracy Forum, which focused on how young people are thinking about a range of issues from democracy reform and gun violence prevention during these tense times. The Alliance also delivered an introductory presentation on gun violence prevention and advocacy to teens at the YMCA Clark County, and our very own, Isaiah Lenard talked about why youth engagement around gun violence prevention matters to students at Shorewood High School in Shoreline, WA.
Alliance for Gun Responsibility Launches New ‘Washington State Protection Orders’ Advertisements
Last summer, we were proud to launch a stateline online portal designed to help understand, navigate, and access civil protection orders across Washington. The website, waprotectionorders.org, is tailored to meet the needs of survivors, respondents, advocates, law enforcement and legal professionals, by consolidating information on all six types of civil protection orders in Washington.
The Alliance created a series of social media advertising campaigns in support of Washington’s Protection Orders, including this ‘Behind the Scenes’ look at the making of those advertisements. This ad – developed by our very own, Sean Kent, with a voice-over from our Communications Intern, Angelina Riley – highlights the user-friendly nature of the Washington Protection Orders website with clarity, justice and added safety measures for those who need it most.
For more information please visit: waprortectionorders.org
What’s Your Favorite Sign of Spring?
Spring has sprung! Take the quiz below:
Researchers Find Pro-Gun Groups Spend Big in Elections After School Shootings
Since 1999, over 420 school shootings have occurred in the United States, exposing more than 390,000 students to gun violence. From Sandy Hook to Uvalde, in the aftermath of each tragedy come familiar rituals of prayers and calls for reform. Yet, Congress has stalled on significant gun safety reform for decades.
A recent study by researchers at Stanford Law School investigated why this gap between public concern and federal action persists, despite broad popular support for gun safety reforms. The study, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, claimed that political spending from gun policy groups might explain this trend.
Read more: https://stanforddaily.com/2026/03/10/pro-gun-groups-spend-big-in-elections/Spring?
AGR Celebrates Passage of SB5974 Ensuring Accountability and Constitutional Compliance Across All Washington Communities
The Alliance for Gun Responsibility applauds the Washington House of Representatives for passing SB5974, a comprehensive piece of legislation that modernizes and strengthens standards for sheriffs, police chiefs, and town marshals across the state. The bill ensures that all law enforcement leaders, whether elected or appointed, meet consistent professional qualifications and accountability standards. SB5974 establishes baseline eligibility requirements for law enforcement leadership, including a minimum age of 25, no felony or serious misconduct convictions that would trigger certification revocation, and a minimum of five years of relevant experience. Equally important, the legislation creates clear accountability mechanisms that apply uniformly to all police leaders when serious misconduct occurs. Under current law, a sheriff’s or police chief’s certification can be revoked, but it remains unclear whether they must be immediately removed from office. SB5974 closes this gap, ensuring that no one in charge of a law enforcement agency has less accountability than those who work for them. The passage of SB5974 comes on the heels of new polling that showed 75% of likely 2026 Washington voters enthusiastically favor strengthening qualifications and accountability standards for law enforcement leadership
Meet The Staff
Thank you to The Alliance’s Incredible 2026 Interns and Fellows
Save the Date
The 2026 Alliance for Gun Responsibility’s Annual Event is moving to Town Hall on April 27th. Save the Date for the hottest ticket in town.
Congratulations, Seattle Seahawks
As a national organization, we take tremendous pride in the work our state partners are doing in Oregon, Michigan and Maine. However, being Washington-based, we must take a moment (and some space in this newsletter) to celebrate our very own Seattle Seahawks victory in Super Bowl LXI. We were so happy that Alliance staff took a few hours off to join hundreds of thousands of our fellow Washingtonians at the Victory Parade downtown. Now that the NFL season is behind us, our thoughts now turn to the Seattle Mariners, who are rightly getting lots of World Series buzz.
In Memorandum
Cheryl was a fierce champion of gun violence prevention. After surviving the horrendous Jewish Federation shooting in Seattle in 2006, Cheryl committed her life to helping ensure others would not have to endure what she did. As the Citizen sponsor of I-594 Cheryl helped chart a new reality for GVP in Washington State. Cheryl will forever be remembered as a servant leader whose actions helped save countless lives in Washington and around the country.
ALLIANCE FOR GUN RESPONSIBILITY
P.O. Box 4187 Seattle, WA 98194
May 11th, 2026
In this issue:
- Do Higher Taxes Drive the Rich Away? Experts Say Nope.
- First Attack on Millionaires Tax Fails
- WA Supreme Court Bats Down Referendum Attempt Targeting Millionaires Tax
- What does ‘millionaires tax’ mean for regular WA families? Here’s what it does
- Our Tax System Should Make You Furious
You have probably heard some scare tactics in the last few weeks. A few people are claiming the Millionaires Tax will cause billionaires and mega-millionaires to move from Washington to Florida, the only state with a more regressive tax code than ours.
As one economist told the New York Times about the wealth flight boogeyman: “It is largely indeed a myth, and it’s more than that — it’s frankly almost propaganda.”
You can help calm the rhetoric by sharing these key points:
- NY raised taxes on the super-rich and…. now has more millionaires. NY has one of the highest tax rates for the rich in the U.S. but research by the Fiscal Policy Institute found that wealthy residents of New York were less likely to move out of state than those in other income groups, and that they did not leave in large numbers after a major tax increase in 2021. In fact, the number of millionaire tax filers in New York City has grown over the last decade, from about 25,000 in 2014 to 34,300 in 2023.
- New Jersey and Massachusetts also raised taxes on millionaires and …. crickets. Other states have raised income taxes on millionaires, including New Jersey in 2020 and Massachusetts in 2022, and did not see significant departures. In Massachusetts, lawmakers approved a 4 percent tax on incomes over $1 million, and revenue has exceeded expectations.
- Here in Washington, there are more millionaires than ever, even after the capital gains tax passed. A study by the Institute of Policy Studies found that the “millionaire class” grew by almost 50% in Washington state following the implementation of our capital gains tax. So far, that tax has raised over $1 billion for child care, early learning, and education.
But just as Brian Heywood and his friends tried and failed by a 30 point margin to repeal the capital gains tax and reverse these investments, they’re trying and failing so far to take down the Millionaires Tax. On Monday, the Washington State Supreme Court shot down their first attack on the tax.
Remember, these attempts aren’t just a gambit by a few mega-millionaires to give themselves tax cuts, they might also slash vital funding we just won for healthcare, education, and childcare, AND reverse the sales tax exemptions, Working Families Tax Credit, and small business tax cuts we fought so hard for.
Thank you for being part of this movement. Every one of us will be needed to defend and protect the Millionaires Tax from attack.
Ben
FIRST ATTACK ON MILLIONAIRES TAX FAILS
“Today’s Washington State Supreme Court ruling is another loss in California hedge-fund manager Brian Heywood’s record of failed efforts to give himself a tax cut. He lost by nearly 30 points with his attempt to repeal the capital gains tax on mega-millionaires and billionaires. Now he is trying to repeal the popular Millionaires Tax that not only funds urgent needs in healthcare and education, it puts much needed money into the pockets of working families and small businesses struggling to afford the basics.”
More – Press Release, Invest in Washington Now
WA SUPREME COURT BATS DOWN REFERENDUM ATTEMPT TARGETING MILLIONAIRES TAX
In the ruling, justices said the income tax’s so-called “necessity clause,” which shields it from a referendum, is valid.
The law “undisputedly generates revenue for the state’s existing institutions and hence is similarly subject to the ‘support of state government’ exception to the referendum power,” reads the decision signed by Chief Justice Debra Stephens.
More – Jerry Cornfield and Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard
DO HIGHER TAXES DRIVE THE RICH AWAY? EXPERTS SAY NO
Gabriel Zucman, an economist at the University of California, Berkeley, who appeared with Mr. Mamdani on Tax Day, said research clearly showed that the rich would not leave en masse.
“It is largely indeed a myth, and it’s more than that — it’s frankly almost propaganda,” he said. “There’s not a zero response. But it’s very small.”
More – Emma G. Fitzsimmons and Asmaa Elkeurti, The New York Times
Watch our video!
WHAT DOES ‘MILLIONAIRES TAX’ MEAN FOR REGULAR WA FAMILIES? HERE’S WHAT IT DOES
Annie Kucklick, policy and research associate with the Economic Opportunity Institute (EOI), a Seattle-based think tank that fights for progressive revenue, said benefits from the income tax depend on the person. But she did break down three ways that she thinks the bill will be a boon for Washingtonians.
In the first bucket: families who will get help from the expansion of the Working Families Tax Credit, Kucklick said. The second bucket would be those who will save money thanks to the sales tax exemption for diapers, hygiene products and over-the-counter meds. The final bucket? Small business owners.
Kucklick said the tax will mean relief for working households with small children and for those not currently eligible for the WFTC.
More – Simone Carter, The Olympian
OUR TAX SYSTEM SHOULD MAKE YOU FURIOUS
You may remember that in 2021, ProPublica published an investigation built on a bunch of leaked tax documents revealing what the richest Americans really pay — or don’t. Warren Buffett had a true tax rate of 0.1 percent; Jeff Bezos had 0.98 percent; Michael Bloomberg had 1.3 percent.
We know what they paid. So what is it they’re doing? How does it work? And what can we actually do about it?
More – Ezra Klein, The New York Times
Join our Rapid Response Team!
Get in Touch Today
Invest in Washington Now, 509 Olive Way Ste 1133, Seattle, WA, 98101
We got the Millionaires Tax through the House, the Senate, and now the Governor has signed it. That’s a huge win. Congratulations!
So… what’s next?
We’re hosting an Activist Briefing at 12pm on April 15th with a legislative leader to dig into exactly that. We’ll walk through how this new revenue will support everyday Washingtonians, what the opposition is plotting, and how we can protect our win.
Can’t make it? No worries – here’s some recommended reading to get up to speed.
- Rick Steves in My Edmonds News – A millionaires tax? Let’s try shared prosperity
- The Economic Opportunity Institute – Millionaires Tax Explainer
- Kevin Litwack in Seattle’s Child – ‘Millionaires’ tax can help balance school inequities
Hope to see you on Tax Day!
Ben, Invest in Washington Now
P.S. You can also RSVP to our Activist Briefing by responding to this email. I’ll send you the Zoom link!
Get in Touch Today
Invest in Washington Now, 509 Olive Way Ste 1133, Seattle, WA, 98101
Billionaires dodge taxes while our food banks are running dry
REMINDER: Rally on Saturday to put Families First
RSVP Now to a Families First rally near you
81% of parents agree—so why don’t lawmakers act?
Fixing our tax code is about to become even more urgent
Federal lawmakers gutted healthcare funding – now it’s up to us
Action alert: Say NO to cutting healthcare
The truth about the “One Big Beautiful Bill”
Alert! Email Congress: Don’t cut health care to pay for billionaire tax breaks
You’re invited: Join our Activist Briefing to talk state and federal cuts
The Governor signed the budget – here’s why it matters
The final hurdle of the 2025 legislative session
Here’s the good, the bad, the unknown
FINAL CALL: Tell Gov Ferguson to sign revenue bills
You’re Invited: Join us at our Legislative Session Debrief with Sen. Noel Frame!
RSVP now for a virtual rally for progressive revenue!
Action: Leave a voicemail for lawmakers TODAY
Act now – let’s keep up the pressure for progressive revenue!
Last call: Sign in PRO by 7:00 AM Thursday tomorrow
Action deadline: Mark your support ASAP
Time to act! Support these 3 bills to tax the rich
Join us in Olympia to fix our upside down tax code
URGENT: Show up at your town hall to make the super-rich pay what they owe!
Why your personal note matters
Sign up now for Wednesday’s Insider’s Briefing
BREAKING: 6% cuts across the board?
Don’t miss out – activist meetings this week
Let’s help lawmakers make the right choice
Don’t miss Thursday’s Insiders-Only Activist Briefing!
Urgent Action: Tell lawmakers no cuts to education & housinghttps://40007319.hs-sites.com/urgent-action-tell-lawmakers-no-cuts-to-education-housing
If you care about education, housing, and healthcare, save this date
🚨BREAKING: Action needed to say NO to budget cuts
URGENT emails needed: Don’t cut education, health care, housing to protect the super-rich
Every day in this country, immigrants are expected to represent themselves in immigration court. Unlike individuals in the criminal court system, immigrants facing removal or deportation proceedings in immigration court are generally not appointed an attorney to represent them.
In these proceedings, they are asked to explain what they have lived through, why they are afraid, and what will happen if they are forced to return. The questions are complex and intrusive, often re-triggering past traumas while actively creating new ones. The setting is unfamiliar and highly formal. The language is often not their own.
And the stakes could not be higher.
This is happening every day, in courtrooms across the country.
This includes children, youth, and, yes, even infants who must represent themselves.
At NWIRP, we serve people across this harmful and unjust system—adults, families, and young people—working to ensure no one is left to navigate their immigration cases alone.
But for infants, children, and youth, the stakes take on a different weight.
In our Unaccompanied Children Program (UCP)—which is one of two dedicated programs at NWIRP focused on children and youth—24 attorneys and legal advocates work directly with roughly 550 young clients each year. They prepare them, represent them, and remain a steady presence of support through every stage of their case.
But that work is becoming increasingly unstable, as UCP is a federally-funded program now operating under the Trump administration and its aggressive new immigration enforcement model: one that is built on mass detention, aggressive inland raids, and the utilization of third countries for removals.
Currently, funding for this program is only secured through July 31. Beyond that, there is no clear long-term path. Thousands of unaccompanied immigrant children and youth will be impacted nationwide, and the consequences will be immediate.
Let me be clear in stating this: NWIRP will not step away from those already in our care. Every one of them will be supported through the full duration of their case, so long as resources allow.
But the pressure on this work is intensifying, and the gaps between what our clients need and what systems provide continues to widen.
Let me also be clear in stating that community support will matter more in the months and years ahead.
It’s imperative that immigration legal defense not be under-resourced, especially in today’s climate, so I invite you to make a donation today to support our collective efforts to protect others.
If you choose to act alongside our growing community of supporters, your donation will help ensure NWIRP’s ability to remain nimble while continuing to defend community members of all ages—right now, and without interruptions.
Thank you for making this work possible. With you and so many others on our side, we can meet the challenges of today while helping build a more just system in its place.
With deep gratitude and determination,
Malou Chávez (she/her/ella)
Executive Director
P.S. I hope you will make plans to join us at our next Immigration Update webinar on Thursday, May 21 at 5 p.m. (English) and 5:45 p.m. (Spanish) for the latest on policy changes, community impact, and how to protect one another—plus time for Q&A. Register here.
Follow us on social media!
Northwest Immigrant Rights Project
nwirp.org
These are difficult times for immigrant communities, with harmful policies and practices continuing to shape people’s lives in profound ways. And in this moment, Northwest Immigrant Rights Project (NWIRP) is working to ensure that strategic, persistent legal advocacy can deliver real and impactful wins.
After years of litigation, NWIRP and our partners in co-counsel recently reached a settlement with the federal government in our challenge to its secretive CARRP program—a system that delayed and denied immigration applications, disproportionately targeting Muslim immigrants and communities from the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa, often without explanation or recourse.
This is a significant victory.
The settlement—once approved by the court, likely at the end of June—will rescind CARRP. It reflects years of legal strategy, persistence, and the willingness by those directly impacted to persevere through an enormity of hardship.
But it’s not the end of the story.
Programs like CARRP don’t exist in isolation. They’re part of a broader system that relies on delay, detention, and other harmful tactics to control people’s lives. Challenging one piece doesn’t dismantle the whole, we know, but it creates an opening.
This kind of legal advocacy work is slow. It’s strategic. And it requires sustained collective support.
GiveBIG, Washington’s annual statewide fundraising campaign for nonprofits, begins today and runs through next Tuesday, May 5.
This is where you come in.
Your donation today would help sustain the work that makes outcomes like these possible. Because the systems that created CARRP are still with us, and the need for justice and accountability hasn’t gone away.
Thank you for making this work possible. With you and so many others on our side, we can meet the challenges of today while helping build a more just system in its place.
With care and resolve,
Malou Chávez (she/her/ella)
Executive Director
Follow us on social media!
Northwest Immigrant Rights Project
nwirp.org
We’re Calling Congress Together: “Invest in our Communities, NOT Mass Deportations!”
Walking as Resistance: Atomic Pilgrim & Immigrant Justice Prayer Walk this Week
Faith Leaders Stand with Gov. Furgeson for Detention Center Accountability
Stand in Solidarity at May Day and More Upcoming Events!
Celebrate Earth Day and Arts Events for Social Justice
Keep Organizing After No Kings and Celebrate FAN Bill Signings
Join FAN at a No Kings III Rally in your Area
Interfaith Connections and Solidarity this Spring
Get Important Bills Signed by Gov. Ferguson and Organize Your Community
Sine Die: 2026 Legislative Session Ends
Join our FAN 2026 Legislation Celebration and No Kings III
Help these Bills Pass TODAY Before House Cutoff
Voter Disenfranchisement, Millionaire’s Tax and More
Help the Millionaires Tax Pass the House and Stand with Immigrant Workers in WA
Attend Townhalls this Weekend and IFAD Recap 2026
Keep these Bills Moving after IFAD
Let’s Move these Bills, Week 4 Recap, & Homeland Security
Sign-in Pro and Help Push the Millionaires Tax Bill Forward!
WA Weekly Democracy Legislative Newsletter for Feb 2, 2026 – Action Needed!
Advocacy Opportunities Week 4 and Week 3 Recap
FAN says ICE OUT: Here are some Actions We Can Take Together
WA Weekly Democracy Legislative Newsletter for Jan 26, 2026 – Plus Action Needed!
Advocacy Opportunities Week 3 and Week 2 Recap
2026 Leg Session Advocacy Opportunities Week 2 and Week 1 Recap
If you are in WA, please join us in Olympia on Jan 23 for Democracy Lobby Day 2026!
123 Action! Raise Your Voice this Weekend!
Join us this Thursday January 8 at Westminster UCC!
Faith in Action: Looking Forward to the New Year
Interfaith Advocacy Day 2026 Registration Now Open
Make Sure you Register for our 2026 Legislative Preview this Week
Gearing Up for our Legislative Preview Next Week
TODAY: Democracy Happy Hour @ 5 pm PT/8 pm ET – Majority Rules 101: FILM & Discussion
Celebrating our Annual Dinner Together
FAN Dinner Registration Extended to Thursday November 13th
Don’t Miss Out on Our FAN Annual Dinner featuring Rep. Jayapal and the Tacoma Refugee Choir
Get your Annual Dinner Ticketes by November 10 & Fall Updates
Help Guide Our Legislative Agenda and Register for our Annual Dinner
Build a Multi-Faith Presence at Spokane No Kings
Join Us for Our Annual Dinner November 16
Annual Dinner Registration Now Open+ Advocacy Opportunities
Tell the Senate to Prioritize Healthcare Access
Save the Date for Our Annual Dinner on November 16
Opportunities Galore: Federal Advocacy Trainings, Criminal/Immigrant Justice, and More
Meeting the Moment: Federal Advocacy Training with the UCC
Celebrating the Life of Rev. Carol Jensen
FAN Mid-Year Appeal and Advocacy Events Around our State
Day of Action: Flood the Phones to Reject the Immoral Budget
Advocate in Solidarity with People of Faith & Conscience at the U.S. Senate Steps!
FAN Spring Summits This Sunday, June 1st, Seattle Meeting Moved to June 22nd
More Locations for FAN Spring Summits, Don’t Miss Out
FAN Spring Summits & Celebrations
Call Your Representatives Now, Federal Advocacy Alert to Protect Medicaid & SNAP!
Federal Advocacy Alert: Protect Medicaid & SNAP!
2025 WA Legislative session: wins, gratitude, and more action ahead
Just Two More Days Left in Session + May Day Actions Across the State
Final Week – Rallying for a Moral Budget
Week 14 Legislative Recap – The Final Countdown: Revenue Debates and Justice Wins Before Sine Die
Take Action Now for Immigrant Rights, Progressive Revenue, Housing and More!
Keeping our Faith and Advocacy Energy Going + Week 13 Recap
Sign-In Pro then Go to a HANDS OFF Rally! + Week 12 Legislative Recap
WA Democracy Legislative Newsletter for the week of March 31, 2025 & Action Needed!
Now It’s About the Money + Week 10 Legislative Session Recap
Making Our Presence Felt at Townhalls + Week 9 Legislative Session Recap
Blessings of our Faith Traditions and our Unfailing Advocacy + Week 8 Legislative Session Recap
Action Moves to Town Halls & Rules Committees + Week 7 Legislative Session Recap
Celebrating IFAD and Bill Cut Off! Legislative Session Week 6 Action Alerts and Recap
Preparing for IFAD and Bill Cut Off! Legislative Session Week 5 Action Alerts and Recap
Make a Difference! Legislative Session Week 4 Action Alerts and Recap
Increasing Our Advocacy, Legislative Session! Week 3
Increasing Our Advocacy, Legislative Session! Week 2
Standing Together for Immigrant Rights
Sign-In Pro Now on JDA! Legislative Session Week 2 FAN Criminal Justice Reform Update
Welcome to the 2025 Legislative Session! Week 1
FAN Interfaith Advocacy Day Registration Now Open and Our 2025 Legislative Agenda
Register for the 2025 Eastern WA Legislative Conference Jan 25
Opportunities to Learn More About FAN’s 2025 Policy Priorities
A Heartfelt Gratitude from Faith Action Network and Upcoming FAN Events
A Word of Support from Faith Action Network and an invitation to our Annual Dinner
Learn about the Ballot Initiatives Next Tuesday
Announcing FAN’s Next Executive Director, Joyce del Rosario and Upcoming FAN Events
Registration for FAN 2024 Annual Dinner now Open
Join Us for “Understanding the Impacts of Indian Boarding Schools”
Faith, Labor and Building Our Statewide Connections
3 Initiatives to Vote No on this November
Remember to Vote in the Primaries August 6th
Build skills with FAN this summer and Vote NO on Initiatives
Announcing Our Search for FAN’s Next Executive Director
Putting Our Values into Action
Table with us at Spokane Pride
Taking Action Together this Election Season
Announcing our FAN Spring Summits
Continuing Opportunities for Advocacy
Important announcement from FAN
Did you see this?
The Yakima Herald says:
As devastating as [cutting Medicaid] would be for individuals, it also imperils critical basic funding for hospitals and nursing homes around the state.
“Hospitals will close in Washington state, in rural parts of our state and urban parts of our state,” Ferguson warned last month. “Take that to the bank. That’s going to happen. Nursing homes in our state will close.”
Newhouse is sticking to his story, though, falsely claiming that the Medicaid system is rife with fraud and waste, and that this bill merely cleans up the books and keeps benefits flowing for legitimate recipients.
But Newhouse is no fool. He chose his words carefully before he voted.
He may have promised not to directly cut Medicaid, but he knew full well that’s exactly what H.R. 1 would ultimately mean. Now he’s coldly trying to justify turning his back on the harm this heartless legislation will cause the 4th District.
That’s not just disappointing or dismaying. It’s disgraceful.
Rep. Newhouse can change his vote when this bill comes up again. We know that personal stories and experiences can powerfully persuade members of Congress. Can you share your reasons for opposing Medicaid cuts?
Thank you for all you do!
Sincerely,
Emilio Meraz-Rodriguez
Central WA Families
2624 North Division Street, #1089
Spokane, WA 99207
United States
We Want You There Today!
Do you live in the Tri-Cities area? If so, please join us today in Kennewick for a rally to hold Congressman Dan Newhouse accountable for voting to cut Apple Health and Medicaid – the most devastating cuts to Medicaid in U.S history that will leave millions without medication or access to care.
WHERE: 1310 N Columbia Center Blvd, Kennewick
In front of Arby’s. Park in Burlington lot.
WHEN: Today Tuesday at 4pm
WHO: People who care about health care!
Have any questions? Just email at Emilio@centralwafamilies.org
Emilio Meraz-Rodriguez
Central WA Families
2624 North Division Street, #1089
Spokane, WA 99207
United States
This week’s newsletter is a little different. In light of the horrific murder of a 19-year-old trans woman Sunday evening at the University of Washington’s Seattle campus, I wanted to share a personal reflection.
Like so many of you, I am in shock and in grief about the murder of a young trans woman, 19 years old, at UW Seattle’s campus Sunday night. While we don’t know her name, or the motive yet, what we do know is that there is a family–chosen or not–friends, neighbors, and communities, who are now grappling with the vacuum where her energy once was. This was a person starting out her life, with all of the dreams, anxieties, and experiences she will no longer have. I was her, a 19-year-old trans woman starting my life at UW in 2020; maybe you were, too.
I’ve been sitting with this: amidst the spiral of speculation, I want us to reflect on how we have all allowed ourselves to arrive at this time where the safety of our community is so fragile, that we’ve all had the same collective conclusion upon reading the headlines. Now and moving forward, I hope we will hold with us that hatred is a debt, and sometimes, it gets paid with a person’s life.
—
As we are all holding that today, here are this week’s campaign updates.
Campaign Updates:
–RSVP for our LAUNCH EVENT! We’re excited to share that No Hate in WA State’s general election kickoff is Wednesday, June 17th at 5:15p at Neumos in Capitol Hill, with special guests Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal, King County Executive Girmay Zahilay, Councilmember Dionne Foster, STANCE Choir and more to be announced. RSVP and join us here!
-Coalition meetings are weekly starting NOW! Registration is now required to receive a meeting invitation. Please register so they’re on your calendar and feel free to share with any other supporters who may want to join.
–We have nearly 170+ endorsing organizations and 70+ elected officials who’ve endorsed!📈🌟 Thank you for endorsing and spreading the word to make this growing coalition possible. A few of our recent endorsers from the last week include: State Representative My-Linh Thai, Seattle School Board President Gina Topp, and State Senator Claire Wilson, along with the Northwest Immigrant Rights Project, Legal Voice, and ROOTS Young Adult Shelter.
-Pride Month is around the corner!🌈 NHWS wants to have a presence at as many events as possible through WA. If you and your organization will be at an upcoming Pride event this season, please let us know through this survey.
–Campaign social media is live! Please follow our official accounts on Instagram (@nohateinwastate), Threads (@nohateinwastate), Bluesky (@nohateinwastate.bsky.social), and Facebook (No Hate in WA State) then like our posts, comment and share! You can (and should!) do this from your personal and organizational accounts. This organic social media reach will go a long way in increasing our campaign’s visibility and awareness of the initiatives.
Coming Up:
-No Hate is hosting fundraisers all across the state, and we’d love to see you there! RSVP using the following links: [May 28th] Olympia, [May 30th] Seattle, [June 18th] Bellingham, [June 30th] Port Townsend, and [July 11th] Olympia.
-Merch is coming! NHWS will be launching a merch store on our website next week. Items will include apparel, stickers, yard signs, and more. Stay tuned for more details.
Opposition Updates:
-Conservative mega donor Brian Heywood and his PAC, Let’s Go Washington, are under investigation for violating campaign finance laws. Read more in The Seattle Times story.
-Heywood, Republican Representative Jim Walsh, and Brandi Kruse will all be appearing alongside Katy Faust at the Snohomish County Republicans fundraiser this weekend. Katy Faust is one of the leading activists working to undo marriage equality. This is the kind of hate and backwards thinking that we’re up against. If you’re in the Snohomish area, please consider joining us to stand against hate.
Other Calls to Action:
-Check out and take advantage of our multiple fundraising toolkits! Defeating these initiatives against a mega millionaire-backed campaign won’t be easy and requires resources. You can help us overcome our biggest challenge by cohosting a fundraiser and using both our houseparty toolkit and digital fundraising toolkit to help you get started. Please email Libby (libby@nohateinwastate.org) and Michaela (michaela@alkiconsulting.com) to talk next steps on fundraising.
–Write a letter to the editor! Talking points, templates, and publications that accept LTEs are all conveniently located on our website page. More letters to the editor from our supporters help balance out the media coverage that has disproportionately covered our opposition’s talking points. Here’s a great example from the Cascadia Daily News!
In solidarity,
Milena Sherman (she/her), Organizing Manager
No Hate in WA State
NO HATE in WA State is a campaign of Washington parents, medical professionals, teachers, students, and community members standing against ballot measures IL26-001 and IL26-638 that would endanger Washington students and hurt our schools.
Reject the hate, bullying, and harassment of our students. Join us today.
NO HATE in WA State
PO Box 21961
Seattle, WA 98111
United States
In the lead-up to our April end-of-month fundraising deadline, we reached out to you more than a couple of times.
Thanks to your generosity, we more than surpassed our fundraising goal—which is huge news.
Meeting our fundraising goals isn’t arbitrary. We have venues to rent, workers to pay, and campaign literature and outreach materials to print, to educate Washington voters and defeat IL26-001 and IL26-638 in November.
We can’t say THANK YOU enough for your support. We are truly a grassroots campaign, counting on supporters like you to help us protect girls’ sports and LGBTQ+ students. Our opponent has millions in his pockets. We have you.
If you want to continue to support us heading into the busy summer months, consider becoming a monthly supporter of No Hate in WA State. Even $5 a month helps more than you know.
Thank you,
No Hate in WA State
NO HATE in WA State is a campaign of Washington parents, medical professionals, teachers, students, and community members standing against ballot measures IL26-001 and IL26-638 that would endanger Washington students and hurt our schools.
Reject the hate, bullying, and harassment of our students. Join us today.
NO HATE in WA State
PO Box 21961
Seattle, WA 98111
United States
Indivisible: A Practical Guide to Democracy on the Brink.
Take action today to fight the ICE funding bill
Indivisible updates + actions: Organizing for real democracy + getting loud to oppose ICE funding
We have a real opportunity to strengthen the Democratic Party
Here are some ways you can take action.
- Fri, May 15 @ 3pm
Washington State Legislature 101 › - Fri, May 15 @ 4:30pm
Unite and Ignite Fridays › - Sun, May 17 @ 3:30pm
REEL Civic Sundays › - Mon, May 18 @ 5pm
Second Life Indivisible Monday Meet-Up at Indivisible on Book Island › - Tue, May 26 @ 5pm
Indivisible Oregon’s Fourth Tuesday › - Tue, Jun 2 @ 11am
Virtual Neighbors Forums › - Fri, June 6 @ 11am
What’s in My Toolkit? ›
All times Pacific
Our billboards our up. Help us expose ICE’s cruel concentration camps
3,000 May Day events yesterday: Tell us how you participated
Fight the GOP bill that would give billions to ICE & Trump’s ballroom
Indivisible updates + actions: Lessons from John Lewis + how to fight $140 billion in ICE funding
Not a single penny more for ICE
Rapid Response Call: SCOTUS guts voting rights
May Day: Three days until our next massive mobilization
Indivisible updates + actions: Nonviolence as a core value + May Day!
TOMORROW: Join an event to demand an end to ICE warehouses
We’re using billboards to expose ICE’s detention camp plans
Indivisible updates + actions: ICE camps & economic disruption on May Day
April 25: Find an event near you and join the fight against Trump’s detention warehouses
May Day: No work. No school. No shopping.
Closing Strong On Vote Yes With Virginia’s Inspiring Speaker, Don Scott
Indivisible updates + actions: Hungary votes out their Trump; our fight continues.
Tell Congress to let this terrible law expire.
Our next Day of Action: Communities Not Cages
Converting NoKings momentum into action; Trump driving up the cost per vote – and Happy holidays!
Indivisible updates + actions: Regime accountability, Iran war, & May Day
Endorsement Alert: There’s a clear choice for Colorado
Indivisible updates + actions: The largest single day of protest in US history and what comes next
Here’s what comes next after the largest day of protest in US history
We’re not yelling at Republicans enough over security lines and ICE in airports.
Stop the terrible DHS funding deal
Indivisible updates + actions: No Kings on Saturday and Trump’s flailing
There’s a record number of No Kings events. Find one near you and join us on March 28
Tell Congress: No more money for Trump’s war!
Virtual discussion: Centering Trans Leadership & Accountable Allyship
Indivisible updates + actions: No Kings is around the corner!
❌👑Making No Kings III the largest protest in US history
Tell your Members of Congress: No ICE warehouses!
Indivisible updates + actions: Stopping Trump’s war, getting ready for No Kings
[Update] What timing: Kristi Noem is OUT
Indivisible updates + actions: STOP TRUMP’S IRAN WAR
[Take Action] Demand Congress prevent war with Iran
DHS Funding Update: Turning up the heat on Republicans in Congress
Indivisible updates + actions: The fighters we need & how to NOT watch the SOTU
Primarying a Dem who voted to thank ICE for their service.
Today we’re launching the No Kings map ❌👑
DHS funding has lapsed. Here’s what you need to know
Your Members of Congress need to hear from you (yes, you!)
Indivisible updates + actions: Primary endorsements, DHS funding update, and more
Don’t miss it: Lessons from Minnesota, 2/12 7pm ET
The second one of these we’ve done in 2026
Nine days to halt the ICE terror machine
Indivisible updates + actions: Do protests matter? (Spoiler: Yes.)
[UPDATE] The Senate vote on DHS funding + what comes next
Indivisible updates + actions: A massive week in the fight to rein in ICE.
Another killing by Trump’s death squads
FRIDAY: Day of solidarity and action with the people of Minnesota
New event you can host THIS Friday: ICE Out for Good – MN Solidarity Day of Action
The arc of the moral universe does not bend on its own
Act now to save ACA tax credits and restore coverage for millions.
Indivisible updates + actions: We’re not stopping — ICE Out For Good
Timely, quick and singular note – Join Ice Out for Good weekend of action
[STARTING TOMORROW] Nationwide Weekend of Action: ICE Out For Good
ACTION ALERT: Vote imminent – tell your senators to stop Trump’s assault on Venezuela
Tell Congress: No War. No Kings.
One last action you can take before the end of the year
Indivisible updates + actions: Thanks to you, this regime is flailing.
Read this if you’ve ever given a monthly donation
Indivisible updates + actions: The wheels are coming off the fascism bus
Indivisible updates + actions: A new escalation in the regime’s lawless crackdown on dissent
Tuesday’s political earthquake
Did you shop at Home Depot, Target, or Amazon during the blackout?
Spotify Wrapped (In Complicity)
Standing indivisible with our immigrant neighbors
Indivisible updates + actions: The regime is weakened and tomorrow could be huge
Aftyn needs your help to get out the vote
How do we stay resilient as activists?
Why we’re not shopping at Amazon, Target, or Home Depot next week
Indivisible updates + actions: the Epstein Files endgame and your weekly to-dos
Bad news in the LaMonica McIver case
Our final chance to flip a House seat from red to blue this year
Democratic leaders failed us again. Time to get some new leaders.
This Saturday — learn how to organize with care
1-CLICK SURVEY: Canceling Spotify. Opposing ICE.
Democracy won big last night. Here’s what comes next
We can feed families AND save healthcare. Here’s how >>
Learn to protect immigrant rights with Maribel Hernández Rivera
Our new tactic to the end the Trump shutdown
Our one chance to win a new blue trifecta this year
Final sprint to Nov 4 Election – critical actions for you to make a diff nationally and locally
Don’t stream fascism. Cancel Spotify.
Mike Johnson won’t seat a duly elected Democrat. How to respond >>
No Kings was just the beginninghttps://indivisible.actionkit.com/mailings/view/121411
Indivisible updates + actions: We made history. We’re not slowing down.❌👑
❌👑What comes next after the largest single-day protest against tyranny in our nation’s history
No Kings in Richland. No Kings in the White House. No Kings anywhere in America.
Indivisible updates + actions: 5 DAYS until No Kings Day ❌👑
ONE WEEK until the largest peaceful protest in modern US history ❌👑
Trump Shutdown update (and a crucial action)
Come learn about understanding systemic oppression with Tim Wise
Indivisible updates + actions: The regime is weak and unpopular, and the opposition is growing
The government shutdown has begun. Here’s what we do next:
We’re bringing you two illuminating calls next week
WE WON: Kimmel is back! 🎉Here’s what’s next
EMAIL YOUR SENATORS: No healthcare cuts. No blank checks. No chaos. No lawlessness.
Boycott Disney. Reinstate Jimmy Kimmel.
The attacks on dissent are escalating.
Indivisible updates + actions: Confronting political violence, and this week’s to-dos
No Kings protests near you on October 18
Virginia is our biggest electoral test yet
Indivisible updates + actions: The No Kings map is LIVE❌👑
Join us to learn about mutual aid with Stephanie Rearick
We can force a vote on releasing the Epstein files.
TELL CONGRESS: Stop Trump’s AI Death Panels for Medicare
SIGN OUR LETTER: The Smithsonian must reject Trump regime whitewashing
Indivisible actions + updates: You can’t fight a fascist with polling nuggets
Israel-Gaza and my obligation to be an upstander
We won’t stand by as Trump tries to rig the midterms.
A new stage in our fight against authoritarianism
Learn how to build partnerships and coalitions with Cristina Jiménez
Get a first look at our national campaign work at the final One Million Rising training
You probably haven’t gotten an email about this before
TAKE ACTION: The US can end the forced starvation of Gaza.
How we fight authoritarianism through non-cooperation: One Million Rising
Learn how to stand in solidarity across lines of difference with special guest Anat Shenker-Osorio
Learn how to stand in solidarity across lines of difference with special guest Anat Shenker-Osorio
Indivisible updates + actions: A big week in our fight against authoritarianism
A new strategy to undercut Trump’s authoritarian takeover: One Million Rising
On July 17, we’re getting into some good trouble
Confronting a supercharged ICE
Indivisible updates + actions: the American Gestapo
They chose billionaires over their constituents. We’ll make sure they pay a political price for it.
One Million Rising: Our recipe to delay, defy, and help defeat Trump
Trump’s Big Ugly Bill has passed the Senate. We can still defeat it in the House.
Act NOW to stop the monstrous GOP megabill
TAKE ACTION: Tell your Democratic senators we expect them to fight like hell on the floor
“Backdoor abortion bans” and the new attacks on our freedom
Indivisible updates + actions: a dumber, meaner, more desperate war pitch — plus your weekly to-dos
delaying, disrupting, and dividing Senate Republicans
No Kings Day and the 3.5% percent rule
❌👑One of the largest days of protest in American history
UPDATE: We’re adding billboards in four more states
The Strategic Logic of the No Kings Protests
Trump’s authoritarian crackdown against Los Angeles
Musk’s mean tweets and Republican regrets
❌👑Fighting back against Trump’s authoritarian onslaught
Can you call into Iowa to hold JONI ERNST accountable?
New tactics to promote No Kings Day
It’s time for Solidarity in Action
No Kings, No contempt, No Ezra… and nowhere for Senate Republicans to hide
Did Republicans just make the Trump administration immune from court rulings?
Indivisible Events 05/29-06/05
Quick and Timely: Gov. Beshear in Seattle, Gearing up for No Kings Day, and Other Actions & Insights
Get ready to fight back against cuts to SNAP and Medicaid
Trump’s justice system: fealty or punishment
Indivisible Events 05/22-05/29
BREAKING: House Republicans pass Trump’s megabill, but the fight is far from over
Here’s where you can protest Trump’s tyranny on June 14:
Indivisible Events 05/15-05/22
🌡️Turning temperatures up on Thom Tillis
☎️Calls needed to Representative Dan Newhouse
Our national day of defiance: June 14
Indivisible’s Weekly Newsletter: Trump’s malicious jackassery and your weekly to-dos
100 days of grassroots defiance
A direct threat to how we fund our organizing
Indivisible Events 04/25-05/02
Calls needed from red-district Indivisibles
Indivisible Events 04/20-04/27
We’re in a constitutional crisis.
Defeating Trump’s billionaire tax scam
The Insurrection Act, ruining Republicans’ recess, and your weekly to-dos
Indivisible Events 04/17-04/19
Trump’s Reconciliation Plan: What it is, why it’s awful, and how we can stop it
What Trumps tariffs are REALLY about (and how you can fight them)
Massive nationwide protests, a win worth basking in, weekly to-dos, and more
Millions hit the streets today
We won in Wisconsin (the people > Musk’s pocketbook)
This weekend: Protests in all 50 states
Hey, do you have $19 million to spare?
They want us to obey in advance. We won’t.
Indivisible Events 04/04-04/11
Town hall success stories, one week to go in Wisconsin, Monday updates, and weekly to-dos
Indivisible Events 03/20-03/27
Trump’s newest target: The Department of Education
Ready to hit the streets? Join us on April 5
Recess town halls, mass mobilization in April, weekly to-dos, and Monday updates
We need real leadership. Schumer must step aside.
Join our mass mobilization on April 5
Indivisible Events 03/13-03/20
Shutdown showdown, bulwarks against tyranny, weekly to-dos, and more
Indivisible Events 03/06-03/13
Elon Musk is panicking. Republicans are hiding. Let’s make it worse.
Indivisible Events 02/27-03/08
The fight for civil rights under Trump 2.0
Don’t let Musk buy this election
MAGA has a bill that would disenfranchise someone you know.
Congress Thinks You Won’t Show Up. Prove Them Wrong.
What to do about Republican complicity
They ignored you. Now it’s time for payback.
Indivisible Events 02/08-02/14
People are rising up against the Trump-Musk coup
Musk’s raid on the Treasury, what real opposition looks like, confirmation updates, and more.
🚀 Campaign Launch: Project 2024
Here it is: our plan to win in 2024
Indivisible Rural Program [2021 WORKING DOC]
Hello Indivisible Red & Rural Caucus,
Thank you again to everyone who joined our first Red & Rural Caucus call of 2026. It was wonderful to connect with organizers from across the country and spend time thinking about the work ahead. During the call, we shared updates on what’s happening at Indivisible, reflected on insights from our 2025 caucus survey, and discussed how rural organizers can plug into the No Kings campaign and upcoming mobilizations. Check out the recording below.
NO KINGS 3 Host Resources
As you know, we’re gearing up for No Kings 3 on March 28th, and many of you will be hosting rallies in your communities. Based on the feedback from your survey responses, we’ve compiled a list of resources to help make your event a success. Check them out below.
Coming Up
Our next cal will be on April 14th at 7:30 PM ET. We’ll hear from rural No Kings hosts about lessons learned from their events, share practical tools for sustaining rural organizing and expanding local networks, and reflect on next steps for building community power. We can’t wait to share this space with you!
In Solidarity,
The Indivisible Red and Rural Caucus Team
Indivisible Project
PO Box 43884
Washington, DC 20010
United States
Hello Indivisible Red & Rural Caucus,
As February comes to a close, we celebrate Black history and its deep roots in rural communities, from farming and land stewardship to labor organizing, mutual aid, faith leadership, and civic engagement. These often-overlooked stories show how Black people have shaped rural life and democracy for generations and remind us of the power of organized communities, power we will carry into our work together in 2026.
First Red and Rural Caucus Call of 2026
We didn’t get a chance to connect in February, but we’re looking forward to seeing everyone next month!
Our next Red and Rural Caucus call will be a little different. We’re meeting on Saturday, March 7 at 2:00 PM ET, a change from our usual schedule to avoid conflicting with all the No Kings 3 trainings happening during the week.
The session will be facilitated by our Campaigns Director, Gracey, a fresh face to guide our conversation on the plan for 2026, and Tim, our Mobilization Director, who will explore how members can plug into No Kings while building power in red and rural communities.
Register below to receive reminders. We have many exciting plans for 2026 and can’t wait to see you there!
NO KINGS 3
We’re gearing up for the next round of No Kings protests, and we’d love to hear from you. Let us know whether you’re planning to host a No Kings event in your community, and what kind of support you’d need to make it a success. Whether you’re just starting to think about it or already organizing, we’re here to support you.
Take Action Now
Republicans are once again pushing for a series of voter suppression bills—all variations of their infamous “SAVE Act”, which would create unnecessary obstacles for millions of eligible Americans trying to register to vote.
Congress is negotiating new funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at a moment when ICE and CBP are inflicting real harm on communities. This resource breaks down what we’re demanding and how you can take action.
In Solidarity,
The Indivisible Red and Rural Caucus Team
Indivisible Project
PO Box 43884
Washington, DC 20010
United States
Know what makes Taylor Swift, well, Taylor Swift? She doesn’t just write songs and release albums. She creates entire worlds around them (Eras, anyone?) that live online and invite her fans inside. And her fans show up. They buy tickets, stay up for album release nights, and pay attention to everything she does.
That’s exactly what digital calls to action should do for your campaign: Not ask, but compel your supporters to show up for you.
Join us for one hour, and you’ll leave knowing how to:
✨ Convince people to take action on behalf of your campaign
✨ Analyze real examples of digital calls to action that work
✨Write Call To Actions (CTAs) that move supporters to vote, donate, and volunteer
This training is for anyone who wants to use digital tools to turn passive followers into passionate advocates (think of it as a virtual concert without a stadium full of fans 🫶).
We kick off at 1 pm ET! Register here.
You belong with us,
Ada Recinos
NDTC, Associate Director of Marketing and Communication
Follow us on our social media and stay up to date with NDTC!
Copyright (C) 2025 National Democratic Training Committee. All rights reserved.
Our mailing address is:
National Democratic Training Committee 910 17th St NW Ste 1050 Washington, DC 20006-2641 USA
Substack – What I Wish I’d Known Before Starting a Career in Digital Politics
No one in the NBA playoffs gets knocked out for lack of talent. They get knocked out for lack of preparation or team chemistry.
Your campaign website is one of your pre-season game plans. If you don’t have one, you’re heading into the biggest game of your race without it.
Join NDTC TOMORROW at 1 pm ET for a free live virtual training on Building Your Campaign Website
In one hour, we’ll cover:
- The essential features every campaign website needs
- How to build your web presence (no tech skills required)
- Free and low-cost tools to get your site live fast
- Basic security tips to keep your campaign protected
This training is for candidates running for local office who don’t have a website yet and are working with a tight budget and limited tech resources. One hour today could change the whole game.
Training kicks off tomorrow at 1 pm ET, so don’t miss it 🏀
Let’s go,
Ada Recinos
NDTC, Associate Director of Marketing and Communication
Follow us on our social media and stay up to date with NDTC!
Copyright (C) 2025 National Democratic Training Committee. All rights reserved.
Our mailing address is:
National Democratic Training Committee 910 17th St NW Ste 1050 Washington, DC 20006-2641 USA
🗓️Here are some ways you can take action.
- Mon, May 18 @ 10apm
Introduction to Social Media for Your Campaign - Tue, May 19 @ 10am
Building Your Campaign Website › - Wed, May 20 @ 10am
Creating Effective Digital Calls to Action › - Tue, May 26 @ 10am
Digital Organizing: How to Engage and Activate Your Audience › - Wed, May 27 @ 10am
Raising Money Online › - Thu, May 28 @ 10am
Planning Your Approach to Digital Strategy ›
All times Pacific
Connect with us on social media!
They came for the maps, we go for their seats
From the desk of Bibek, Senior Digital Strategist
Republicans keep reminding us they have no respect for our values, and I keep being surprised anyway. That’s on me. Their gutting of the Voting Rights Act, their brazen redistricting power grabs. I should know better by now. The stunt they pulled in Memphis last week, cutting up the city’s majority-Black congressional district while protesters packed the galleries, is their latest act of political arson.
Tennessee is now the ninth state to redraw since Trump pushed this into overdrive, and more are coming. What that means in practice is fewer Democrats in Congress, fewer representatives for Black communities, and maps that could lock in Republican control of the House for years.
South Carolina Republicans fumbled their own redistricting attempt this week, which is a small win. But the only durable answer to a rigged map is a wave of candidates who can win and legislators who will fight to fix the rules when they get there. That’s the work. That’s why NDTC was founded.
💻UPCOMING LIVE TRAININGS
How to BuIntroduction to Social Media for Your Campaignild Your Email Fundraising List
05.18
10 am PT
Building Your Campaign Website
05.19
10 am PT
Explore upcoming events + trainings coming up this month.
NDTC Learner Spotlight
Jeremy Heneger is running for Nebraska State Legislature District 41 because he felt it was his responsibility to stand up against far-right ideologies that exclude and marginalize Americans. He wants representatives who focus on what most of us actually agree on. This week, he won his primary and will move on to fight in the general.
SUBSTACK
What You Can Do About Redistricting Right Now
Redistricting battles are heating up across the country. Here’s how you can help Democrats who are pushing back.
ICYMI
Hawaii Democratic Party Convention
Calling Hawaii Democrats! NDTC will be running trainings on the ground, including Running in a Red District, How to Recruit and Train Volunteers, and Relational Organizing.
What’s On Our Newsfeeds
Why this story matters:
When you can’t pass a redistricting bill in a state you control completely, that’s a you problem. SC Republicans fumbled their own maps, giving us a prime opportunity to step up and fight back too.
Why this story matters:
Nebraska Dems nominated Cindy Burbank on Tuesday, and she’s already signaling she could step aside for independent Dan Osborn if the math ain’t mathing. Flexible tactics in a state where winning matters more than the D next to your name.
Why this story matters:
Courts have ruled against Trump’s ICE detention policies in roughly 90 percent of cases since the agency mandated mass detention. Ten thousand rulings and counting. That’s one hell of a losing streak.
Follow us on social media and stay up to date with NDTC!
Copyright (C) 2026 National Democratic Training Committee. All rights reserved.
Substack -Big Movements Don’t Happen Overnight
Substack – What You Can Do About Redistricting Right Now
Substack – Fund the Win Wrapped. Now Let’s Win the Field.
Substack – Nicki Minaj Blew Up My Group Chat
Substack – The War We Didn’t Have to Fight and the Future We’re Throwing Away
Substack – 📬Substacks Every Democrat Should Be Following
One Year In: Why Local Politics Matter More in a Post-Trump Era
Substack – You’re Already Doing the Hard Part. Now Run for Office.
Substack – We’re Investing Millions in the Staffer Pipeline — Major Hill Outlets Took Notice
Substack – The Myth of the Perfect Candidate
Substack – GRWM: Jess Britvich X NDTC
Substack – Our $4 Million Investment in the Democratic Talent Pipeline
Substack – You Don’t Need a Big Budget to Win on Social Media
Substack – How Democrats Can Win the Message Discipline War
Substack – Your campaign is only as good as its least-trained staffer
Substack -How Democrats Can Win the Message Discipline War
Substack – So You Think You Can’t Run for Office? Think Again.
Substack – We’re Never Letting Trump’s Administration Off the Hook
We’re Not Just Training Candidates. We’re Building Entire Teams That Win Races.
NDTC Substack – Every Democrat Running in 2026 Needs to Read This
Here’s What We Built Together in 2025 (And Why It Matters for 2026)
NDTC Substack – What’s Coming to NDTC in 2026?
NDTC Substack – Interview with Fairbanks City, Alaska, Mayor Mindy O’Neall
NDTC Substack – We Won Last Tuesday! So Let’s Keep Winning.
NDTC Substack – Trying to Get a Job in Politics? Start Here.
NDTC Substack – Election Day Volunteer Roles 101
NDTC Substack – Interview with Representative Emily Randall
NDTC Substack – How to Protest 101
NDTC Substack – Getting on the Ballot 101
NDTC Substack – What Has to Change with Democrats’ Voter Registration Efforts
NDTC Substack – Diversifying Your Outreach Strategy
NDTC Substack – Union Endorsements 101
NDTC Substack – NDTC’s Response to Trump’s Federal Takeover in D.C.
NDTC Substack – Part Two: Are There Still “Off-Years”?
NDTC Substack – Part One: Are There Still “Off-Years”? (Spoiler: Hard no.)
NDTC Substack – AI 101 for Political Campaigns
NDTC Substack – Interview with Meredith Jachowicz
NDTC Substack – Calling All Parents
NDTC Substack – Campaign Jobs 101
NDTC Substack – We The People – No One Else – Will Save Us: Why Protest Matters Now More Than Ever
NDTC Substack – Ground Game Wins the Long Game
NDTC Substack – After Dobbs: How Local Leaders Protect Our Rights
NDTC Substack – Juneteenth and The Work Ahead
NDTC Substack – Social Media 101: Three Strategies That Actually Work
NDTC Substack – Fighting the GOP’s LGBTQ+ rhetoric
NDTC Substack – Cybersecurity – Everyone Needs It
NDTC Substack – Why Protecting Voter Rights Is Still A Fight
NDTC Substack – Why Representation Matters
NDTC – Upcoming Events 05/09-05/15
NDTC Substack – 100 Days of Trump 2.0: Why Democrats Are Far From Powerless
NDTC Substack -**NDTC Condemns Trump’s Targeting ActBlue as Direct Attack on Democratic Process**
NDTC – Upcoming Events 04/25-05/02
NDTC Substack -Who’s in your kitchen cabinet?
NDTC Substack -Getting Through With Messaging
NDTC – Upcoming Events 04/18-04/25
How To Run For School Board, The Biggest Elections of 2025
Connect with us on social media!
NDTC Substack – We Won Last Tuesday! So Let’s Keep Winning.
NDTC Substack – What’s Coming to NDTC in 2026?
National Democratic Training Committee
910 17th Street NW, Suite 925 Washington, DC, 20006, US
Where does Todd Blanche fit in the Trump-Epstein scandal? Check this relationship map!
Ebola Emergency: Mapping the deadly cost of Musk and RFK Jr. Gutting USAID and CDC
Gun violence profiteers make a killing from mass shootings: Mapping the San Diego tragedy
The Cost Of AI: Mapping data center power, water demands and tax cuts for billionaires
Trump vs. Massie: Check The State Of Kentucky‑4 District Map Before You Vote
Top Pro-Democracy Newsletters for Trusted, Independent News
$10 Billion theft: Trump controlled DoJ files lawsuit against Trump controlled IRS
The Deportation Weapon: How the Epstein Class Uses ICE to Settle Scores
VoteRiders: Free Services To Get Your Voter ID
Mapping How Trump Turned America Into A Global Laughing Stock
Stratos AI Data Center: Mapping The Deadly Environmental Cost of Utah’s 9GW Data Center
How many Americans will be made homeless to pay for Trump’s $1 billion ballroom? Check this map.
Waiting for your Trump Gold Phone? Check out these Trump grift schemes while you wait!
HANTAVIRUS Outbreak: How RFK Jr. gutting the CDC and leaving the WHO endangers your life
Buy, Ship, Shoot: Mapping your danger from the new Republican ‘Guns by Mail’ Rule
Visual journey: Racial lynchings from Alabama to Israel
Beyond billionaire owned media disinfo: Top 10 independent news sources on Trumps’ Iran war
Mapping Trump’s BILLION DOLLAR BALLROOM: Six ways those tax dollars could be better spent
RFK Jr. vs. CDC Data: A Map of 1.3 million COVID Deaths and Your Local Risk Level
Follow the Money: Why Your Utility Bills Are Rising While Epstein Class CEO Pay Soars
Don’t Fall For Trump’s BS: Use Real-Time Dashboards To Track The Iran War
Who’s the biggest Supreme Court grifter? Take this quiz to win a GET OUT OF JAIL FREE card!
Trumps’ Iran War Casualty: Rising Jet Fuel Prices Kill Spirit Airlines
How we created this app to find LGBTQIA+ housing resources & push back against HUD discrimination
Should Supreme Court Justices with sexual allegations decide if women can get abortion pills?
6 Ways Bezos Rips Off Amazon Workers: Follow The Epstein Class Playbook
Weaponized Investigations: Fidelity and Vanguard sellout to cripple the Southern Poverty Law Center.
MAGA Supreme Court OKs racial gerrymandering. Mapping how it could backfire on Republicans.
Follow the British connections to the Trump-Epstein files with this relationship map
The Death of Privacy: 10 Terrifying Secrets in the 2026 FISA Bill
Stop the Plunder: Mapping the families who’ll go hungry to pay for Trump’s $400 million palace?
Missing storm warnings: Mapping the danger from DOGE cuts to National Weather Service
Unmask the enablers: Follow the money behind the Motherless ‘rape academy’
How to Counter ICE: 10 Essential Rights & Resources in One Mobile App
The Polymarket Double Standard: How the ‘Epstein Class’ Profits and Soldiers Go to Jail
Comer’s Epstein Files Cover-up: Why No Oaths For The Zampolli-Melania-Ungaro Testimony?
Black Mother Jailed, White Mother Freed: The Two Faces Of America’s Rigged Justice System
Plundering Healthcare: Mapping how the Senate’s $70 Billion ICE Bill Threatens Your Life
Justice for Sale? Filing for the Chief Justice John Robert’s Disbarment After $20 Million Payout
Trump gets luxury jet. Sheikhs get handouts. American tax payers get the bill: Follow the grift.
Running For Office? Create A Free Mobile App For Your Campaign With MakeItFast (No Coding)
Targeting the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC): Trump Regime Protects Hate Groups
Instant Accountability: How to quickly make a Direct-Dial App
Epstein Class War Profiteers Get Rich Off Your Tax Dollars While Marines Go Hungry: Follow The Money
8 Children Slaughtered: The High Cost of Mike Johnson’s Gun Lobby Ties
Real-Time Dashboards on Gas Prices, Strait of Hormuz traffic and the real cost of Trump’s war.
Trump’s scheme to plunder $10 billion of your money from U.S. Treasury
Foreign Mining Billionaires vs. Minnesota Boundary Waters: Republican Corruption Exposed
Billionaire Media vs. The Internet Archive: How to Help
The Lone Democrat: Follow the Money Behind Jared Golden’s 2026 Vote For Trump’s Iran War
Sabotaging 2026 Ceasefire With Iran: Mapping Israel’s Impact on U.S. Diplomacy
Vote YES on Virginia Redistricting: Find Your Polling Site With or Without Cell Service
Orange Jesus attacks Pope: Issues Ten Commandments MAGA Edition
Dildos and Turtles vs. ICE: Use Mockery in Protests (Saul Alinsky Podcast: Rules For Radicals)
Get Ready Now: 6 Republican Voter Suppression Tactics and How to Counter Them
How’s Trump Doing? Check the Surging Household Inflation Tracker (S.H.I.T.) Index
Mapping The Casualties From Netanyahu’s Endless Wars To Stay Out Of Jail
Blue dot in a red ocean? Organize securely with MakeItPrivate
Bypassing the Billionaires: Inside Andra Watkins’ New Broadcast Channel
Harness The Outrage: How To Make Rapid Response Apps To Demand Accountability
Beyond the Denials: Mapping Melania Trump’s Ties to Epstein and Maxwell
Inside The Situation Room Where Netanyahu Dogwalked Trump Into War With Iran
Virginia Redistricting: The All-in-One Voting App From Center For Common Ground
Grift vs. Governance: Inside the Trump Family’s Shady 2026 Florida Deals
The Netanyahu Playbook: 12 Tactics To Hide WAR CRIMES and Censor The Press
Planes vs. Progress: What the $43+ billion Wasted In Trump’s Iran War Could Have Funded Instead
How We Built an App to Move Pension Funds Out of Palantir
Amplify Your Voice: Share talking points on WAR CRIMES with the free BigStage Teleprompter
Profiting from Pain: The CoreCivic Board and the $3.4M CEO Payday
Betting on Death: The Trump Jr. and Polymarket War Scandal
The Escalation Trap: From Nixon’s Vietnam to Trump’s Iran War — A visual guide
How to encrypt your messages so that only the people you want can read them
Hegseth Fires Wartime Generals: Visual Guide To His Incompetence
12 Signs of Trump’s Dementia: Visual Guide to the 25th Amendment
Epstein’s Silent Partners: The Billionaire Club Funding His Scheme
Trump attacking NATO: Putin’s reward for helping Iran kill Americans
Trump’s Iran War: Payday for the Oil Billionaires Who Bought the Supreme Court
s your phone stalking you? How to scrub photo metadata & protect your privacy (2026 Guide)
How to stop Google from exploiting your GMAIL to train its AI Engine
Top newsletters to track Trump’s Iran War and Robert Pape on Vietnam-like ‘Escalation Trap’
Deadly censorship: How Israel’s Military Became the World’s Leading Killer of Journalists
How to share meeting points secretly
The Oligarch Alliance: How Trump’s War Tax rewards Russia, China and Iran
Crushing the Heartland: Mapping the Farmers Hit by Trump’s Iran War
How the Epstein Class makes billions from insider trading: Fire the watchdogs
The Lutnick-Tether-Epstein Relationship Map: Cantor Fitzgerald’s Crypto Empire
How did the Marines become mercenaries for Trump Real Estate? Follow the Saudi money!
Secure organizing after a No Kings rally: How to follow-up without phone numbers, apps or texts.
Epstein Class Insider Trading: Gas Futures & Trump’s Iran War
AIPAC funded Senators block vote on Trump’s Iran War that’s driving up gas prices: Follow the money
Your Price For Elon Musk’s SpaceX Permits: How Firing the FAA Head Led to the LaGuardia Tragedy.
Robert Mueller: A Man Of Honor
Where Your Son May Die? Check this 3D Map of Trump’s Iran war.
Hegseth’s $200 billion bill for Trump’s war? Clawback the “Epstein Class” Tax Breaks!
Funding the Enemy: Why is $150M a day flowing to Russia? Svetlana from the Epstein Files might know!
Oil, Blood & Data: Real-Time dashboards on the true cost of Trump’s war with Iran
Meta Is Ending Instagram Privacy: Secure Your Chats For Free With MakeItPrivate.org
PODCAST: How the SAVE Act Creates Barriers for Legitimate Voters with Michael McNulty Issue One
AIPAC & Iran: Mapping the Dark Money Controlling US Foreign Policy
From Citizen to Handmaid: How the Republican SAVE Act and Mifepristone ban deny women their rights
Time for a Clawback: Follow the Saudi billions Kushner and Witkoff got before Trump attacked Iran
Epstein’s Funders & The Trump Accuser Payoff: Trump – Epstein relationship map updates March 12th
Locate Your Poll: Common Cause Colorado’s Innovative Mapping Tool
Did Your Rep Vote To Slash Your Healthcare To Pay For Trump’s Iran War? Check this map.
Epstein’s Zorro Ranch Trust Won $85 Million Powerball: How the Epstein Class rigs the system
BellingCat and DropSite vs. Corporate BS: The Truth About Trump’s Iran War
Mapping Expansion: How US Aid Fuels Israeli Annexation
Starving for Strikes: How the GOP Slashed School Lunches to Fund Tomahawks to kill Iranian girls
The Ultimate Disrespect: Trump peddles $55 baseball cap at funeral for soldiers killed in Iran
War Tax: Live Dashboard For $100 Oil And Billions In Military Costs For Trump’s War On Iran
Cash to Epstein’s prison guard & missing ‘suicide video’: March 7th Trump — Epstein Files Update
The Ultimate Betrayal: Cutting Veteran Clinics to Fund Trump’s Iran War.
The $6 Gallon: The cost of Trump-Netanyahu’s attack on Iran
What the FBI’s 2019 Sexual Assault Interviews Reveal: March 5th Trump — Epstein Files Update
The Epstein Class at War: Why Our Sons Die While Theirs Profit.
The Activist’s Ear: Must-Listen Podcasts for Ground-Level Organizing
VIRGINIA ALERT: Everything You Need to Know Before the March 6th Redistricting Vote
Escape the CNN pro-billionaire bias after Ellison takeover with these Independent Newsletters
War Bets: How Donald Trump Jr.’s Polymarket Profited from Iran Strikes
Shady gynecologists and a billionaire hedge fund manager: Feb 28 Trump — Epstein Files Update
How Israel and the Saudis pushed America into attacking Iran: Follow the money
Death by freezing: Mapping how Border Patrol killed nearly blind Nurul Alam
Tech Billionaire Boys Club and Hollywood elites unmasked: Feb 27 Trump — Epstein Files Update
Collect Personal Video Stories the Easy Way with BigStage Teleprompter
Feb 25 Trump — Epstein files update: Files on minor who accused Trump of sexual abuse are missing
Feb 23 Trump — Epstein files update: 20 people who have been fired, quit or found dead
Medicaid cut to pay for Kristi Noem’s ‘sex plane’: Mapping the Americans who’ll lose their coverage
Kushner’s Saudi grift will get Americans killed in a senseless war with Iran: Follow the money
Feb 24 Trump — Epstein files update: Google co-CEOs, Epstein’s dead butler and Rothschilds
Trump by the Numbers: The 2026 State of the Union Fact-Check
Kash Patel’s reward for hiding the Epstein Files? Luxury jet trips to the Olympics and date nights.
Epstein Class Billionaires Rig The System: Follow the money behind Lutnick tariff profiteering
Trump cabinet preaching Christian values rocked by sex scandals
Feb 20 Trump — Epstein files update: Shady gynecologist and hidden Epstein bank records
Cartoons For Democracy: Volunteers saving the 2026 Polls with Sharpies & Satire
Israel, Iran, and Your Wallet: The $30M Daily Cost of War in 2026
Grifter-In-Chief: Mapping Trump’s top 22 grift schemes
BILLIONAIRE VAMPIRES force Americans to sell their blood to live: Blood sucking areas map
Feb 17 Trump-Epstein Map: $10 mansion, Cantor Fitzgerald money laundering and the Duchess of Grift
Dumb & Dumber: The 2026 Trump Appointee Incompetence Awards
Virginia Redistricting Amendment 2026: How New Maps Could Shift the House Balance
Feb 15 Trump-Epstein Map Update: 25 Billionaires & 10 Deaths Revealed
Trump-Epstein Map Update (Feb 15): Kimbal Musk, JD Vance and Russian master spy6
Trump’s grift: Why the GOP is Sabotaging the Gordie Howe Bridge for One Donor
Pass the SAVE ACT: Help the GOP “save” pedophiles by banning women from the polls!
Trump — Epstein relationship map updated Feb 11th
Top 120 Pro-Democracy Newsletters & 6 Focussing On The Trump – Epstein Files Scandal
Where is ICE wasting billions of your tax dollars on concentration camps? Check this map.
EPSTEIN FILES: Who’s new in the Trump – Epstein relationship map (Feb 10th)?
Stop the SAVE ACT: The Guardians of Pedophiles (GOP) scheme to deny women their right to vote
Law & Order Special Victims Unit: Global map of Trump — Epstein Pedophile Ring
Epstein Files — Super Bowl Edition: Trump announces defensive lineup
Republican Voter Suppression: A Guide To 12 Dirty Tricks And How To Fight Back
Mapping the Depths: A Relationship Guide to the February 2026 FBI Epstein Dump (Updated Feb 7, 2026)
Purged by Paperwork: How the SAVE Act Silences Millions of Women To Make Them Handmaids
Putin’s KGB Honey Trap: How Epstein collected kompromat on Trump for Russia
Super Bowl Edition Epstein Files: Mapping the players
Trump Sues IRS for $10 Billion: The Taxpayer Shakedown Explained
Jeffries & Schumer: 10 Mandates to Reform DHS Enforcement (Explainer Podcast)
Beyond the Billionaires: Building a Grassroots Press After The Washington Post Bloodbath
How to keep your WhatsApp messages private
Trump’s Secret $500M UAE Crypto Deal sells American AI lead to China: Follow the money
Who are the foreigner leaders in the Epstein Files? Check this relationship map.
Follow the Trump Epstein scandal files with this relationship map (Updated: Feb 3, 2026)
CorePower Betrays Yoga Values To Welcome ICE Agents: Profits Over Principles
Crowdsource Advocacy: Collect Firsthand Video Stories
Beyond Honeytraps: Mapping Trump, Epstein, and Russian connections (Updated: Feb 2, 2026)
Republicans Cut Your Healthcare To Fund ICE And Give Tax Cuts To Musk: Follow The Money
Trump Edition TEN COMMANDMENTS includes pardon for pedophiles!
Follow the Trump Epstein scandal files with this relationship map (Updated: Feb 1, 2026)
Tim Cadogan’s Hypocrisy: Why GoFundMe Still Hosts Renee Good’s Killers
How Many Amazon Jobs Paid for Bezos’s $75M Melania Movie flop? We did the math.
VICTIM SHAMING: How Republicans blame Alex Pretti and Renee Good for ICE Agents killing them
The Return of a Killer: Mapping The Surge In Measles From RFK Jr.’s Chaos At The CDC
January 30 Deadline: Call Your Rep To Block $64 Billion Blank Check For ICE With This Free App
Larry Ellison blocks “Epstein” on TikTok: How to bypass censorship and directly reach followers
Operation Metro Surge: Meet the ICE death squad behind the rising death count
Hakeem Jeffries and the seven Democratic dwarves who sided with ICE
Your Rights, Their Violations: Listen To The Sworn Testimonies About ICE Brutality
Trump’s Second Amendment flip-flop: Guns for Insurrection, Bans for Democracy.
Gaslighting Detector: How To Spot Republican Lies About ICE Killings
Microsoft shares backdoor key with FBI: Protect yourself with MakeItPrivate
Did your rep vote to fund Alex Pretti’s killers? Check this map.
MANLY MAGA MEN: The Power of Ridicule by Saul Alinsky (Podcast)
Minnesota’s General Strike builds on 10 global civil disobedience movements
The Frontliner Seven: Corporate Democrats Who Funded Mass Deportation
Jack Smith testifies: How To Instantly Search Hundreds Of Jan 6th Documents for Free
The Treasury Sell-Off: Republicans Wiping Out Your Savings
Clarence Thomas to Rule on Federal Reserve Case that enriches his benefactor Harlan Crow
EYES ON ICE & 105 Essential Pro-Democracy Newsletters
Trump’s Greenland Heist: Follow the money to billionaire donors who want its precious metals
Is He Fit to Lead? Trump’s Denmark Letter And 12 More Signs Of His Dementia
Why did Republicans stop naturalization ceremonies?
Punishing Poverty: The Billionaire Court’s War on the Homeless
Blueprint for Justice: Nuremberg Trials Show How To Hold Trump Regime Accountable
The Dehumanization of Renee Good: How Republican mockery strips women of their power
Stealth Safety: Trigger An Emergency Alert Right From Your Pocket
Trump’s 12 Biggest Witch Hunts
No More Money For ICE: Democrats Fight The $170 Billion Budget
Trump’s Great Venezuelan Oil Grift: Follow the $500 million to his private account in Qatar
Trump & Epstein: The 2019 Email Michael Cohen Didn’t Want You to See
Governor Tim Walz’s Address To The Courageous People Of Minnesota
Healthcare cuts for $170 billion ICE expansion: We map the reps to hold accountable
Jack Smith Testifies: The January 6 Relationship Map You Need to See
Local Truth, Zero Cost: Best Free Community Reporting Apps
Why is Your Tax Bill Funding $197,000 Salaries for ICE Agents?
Why Does Trump Wants Powell Gone? Follow the money to housing billionaire Bill Pulte!
The People’s Map: How We Crowdsourced Nationwide Anti-ICE Protests #ICEOutForGood
10-Point Guide To Recognize Republican Gaslighting To Justify The ICE Murder Of Renee Nicole Good
Map of Trump-Epstein Files Related Mysterious Deaths
The Detention Map: Is A New ICE Warehouse Planned For Your Town?
The Healthcare Subsidy Showdown: Who Voted to Save Your Care (and Who Didn’t)
False Flags: Dirty Tricks That “Suddenly” Turn Peaceful Marches Violent
Inside ICE’s Tool to Monitor Phones in Entire Neighborhoods and How to Protect Yourself
Who gave Renee Good’s killers $170 billion? Check this map. Defund ICE.
Minneapolis woman killed by ICE: Map of 20 Cases of ICE Brutality
Republicans slash childcare: Which centers may close? Who voted to cut funding? Check this map.
Off the Air: Mapping The Reps Who Voted to Kill Your Local PBS and NPR
Strike while the iron is hot: How to mobilize in real-time
Who’s Who on Jan 6th? A Visual Relationship Guide.
The Gig Is Up: How billionaires exploit gig workers
Blood, barrels and billions for MAGA donors from Trump’s oil raid: Follow the money
Billionaire Tax Act: Mapping the California billionaires being asked to pay their fair share
Petro-Politics: How Campaign Cash Fueled Trump’s Invasion of Venezuela
What happened when America invaded Iraq for its oil?
Americans go hungry as Trump spends millions to invade Venezuela: Mapping the trade off
Mapping the jungles of Venezuela where Americans will die in Trump’s grift for oil
Is there a snitch in your WhatsApp group?
Trump’s Nazi-style COLLECTIVE PUNISHMENT denies childcare in Minnesota
Health Care Costs Skyrocket: Why should you have to pay for MAGA rep’s deluxe healthcare?
SNAP benefits slashed to give tax cuts to billionaires: Meet the top 50 with this free app
Turn Your Message Into A Podcast In Minutes for free: Like STEPHEN MILLER — A VAMPIRE STORY
Why is your Social Security delayed?
How does Putin put have so much control over Trump? Check the Epstein files!
Monitor journalists and 32 other nasty ways tyrants strangle the free press
37 healthcare billionaires cash in as Republicans slash affordable healthcare: Mapping the greed
Epstein Class at work: How Musk weaponizes the Government to boost his profits and attack critics
Mapping America’s 735 ‘Epstein Class’ Billionaires
Republicans to rob student borrowers to pay billionaires: Check this map for their target victims
What happened to the millions in Epstein’s estate after his death? Follow the money with this map!
Follow the Epstein Class money and influence in the Honduras election
25 ways the free press is being killed in Israel, Russia, Hungary, Saudi Arabia and America
Where are the Venezuelan oil fields Republican oil barons want Trump to grab? Check this map.
Masked men abducting women? Set up your own free Community Emergency Alert system.
Stormy Daniels explains why Trump is *really* hiding the Epstein files
For older Democracy Labs material, please go to our Democracy Labs Archive
Today kicks off a week of voting where Congress will mark up, debate, and vote on a bill to give $70 billion more to ice and Border Patrol with no strings attached.
This isn’t a drill. Without our immediate action, ice and Border Patrol will continue brutalizing our communities with no accountability.
Here’s a reminder of what’s at stake:
- Federal agents have shot and killed people in the street, including Renee Good and Alex Pretti, with no legal consequences
- ice agents have used pepper spray and tear gas against children as young as one year old
- Hundreds of reports from people detained have revealed horrifying sexual and physical violence against immigrants
- ice is still spending taxpayer dollars to lock people in overcrowded detention centers known for medical neglect and denial of basic legal rights
- This year alone, at least 18 people have died in ice custody
Our elected officials’ votes this week will decide where this country goes with immigration enforcement – whether we finally rein in the abuse perpetrated by these federal agencies, or if we give a green light to continued racial profiling, violence against children and families, and an all-out human rights catastrophe for immigrants and anyone in ice custody.
With thanks for all you do,
Kate Voigt
Pronouns: She, her, hers
Senior Policy Counsel, ACLU
American Civil Liberties Union
125 Broad Street, 18th Floor
New York, NY 10004, USA
The Supreme Court dealt a blow to a key remaining protection of the Voting Rights Act (VRA) – and in the two weeks since, lawmakers in the South have rushed to undermine Black voting power.
For almost half a century, the VRA helped to ensure that every voter could make their voice heard at the ballot box, free from discrimination, with nearly unanimous bipartisan support. It was proven to increase voter turnout and registration, especially among Black voters, and helped block countless attempts at racist voter suppression.
But through a series of rulings, most recently in our case Louisiana v. Callais, the Supreme Court has drastically eroded and undermined the VRA so that it is no longer a powerful tool for enforcing voting rights, as Congress intended.
And the results are exactly what you’d predict: Anti-voter politicians are racing to silence Black voters and enact some of the most discriminatory district maps we’ve ever seen.
As voters face an intense new wave of voter suppression, here’s how the ACLU is fighting back:
- In Tennessee… The ACLU of Tennessee helped mobilize hundreds of people to the State Capitol to oppose the new Jim Crow map. The legislature’s rigged congressional map eliminates Tennessee’s only majority Black district, fracturing Memphis residents’ voting strength across three majority white districts. The ACLU and ACLU-TN are now suing.
- In Louisiana… The Louisiana governor and anti-voter lawmakers have used this decision to try to pause an election that’s already underway to push discriminatory maps that would cut Black representation. In response, ACLU organizers and voters alike marched to the Capitol to advocate for fair maps, giving powerful testimony against this racist step backward. Organizers and voters are continuing to mobilize as lawmakers ram new racist maps through the legislature. Representing voters, the ACLU and ACLU of Louisiana are also engaged in multiple emergency legal challenges seeking to reinstate the current election and fight the unfair maps.
- In South Carolina… The ACLU of South Carolina is holding Hands Off Our Votes days of action at the statehouse, where they’ve packed committee meetings debating redistricting, held a rally outside the governor’s office, and given hours of unanimous testimony against a redistricting plan that would cheat voters out of fair elections.
- In Mississippi… The ACLU of Mississippi just won a motion eliminating the immediate need for a special session that anti-voter politicians wanted to use to push through discriminatory maps. The work continues as they challenge the state’s racially discriminatory supreme court map and prepare to block discriminatory congressional maps again in 2027.
- In Alabama… The Supreme Court has vacated the hard-fought congressional maps in Alabama, even though primary voting has already begun using these maps. The ACLU and ACLU of Alabama have returned to the district court to preserve these maps under the new Callais standards and under their intentional discrimination win and stop the Supreme Court’s ruling from undermining Black voters. In the State Senate, the map won after a 2024 trial by ACLU and ACLU of Alabama is still in place and we are fighting to preserve it.
Let’s be clear: The Supreme Court’s ruling in Callais upended decades of progress, but we’re not giving up or backing down from defending our democracy. We can and will continue to fight for Black voters to have an equal say at the ballot box – and with your help, we can win.
None of this critical state-level work is possible without everyday people like you taking action: Join our People Power team to help safeguard our democracy and fight for voters everywhere.
In solidarity,
The ACLU Team
American Civil Liberties Union
125 Broad Street, 18th Floor
New York, NY 10004, USA
Recently, the U.S. Supreme Court handed down a decision that fundamentally devastated one of the most important tools used to protect voting rights in America.
But while these attacks on voting rights escalate, Emerge women are not backing down. They are organizing. Speaking out. Running for office. And fighting for a democracy where every voice is heard.
This is exactly why Emerge exists.
We recruit and train Democratic women to lead at every level of government—because when democracy is tested, we need leaders ready to step forward and fight for it. Emerge is here to make sure we are ready for the next attack on our democracy.
The attacks are growing louder. The stakes are getting higher. But so is this movement.
Will you chip in today to help Emerge recruit, train, and support the next generation of women leaders fighting to protect our democracy?
When women lead, democracy is stronger.
Thank you,
Team Emerge
Emerge America
www.emergeamerica.org
4 Embarcadero Center
Suite 1400
San Francisco, CA 94111
United States
Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, May 13 at 3pm PT/6pm ET for an emergency #LeadersMatter on the recent Louisiana v. Callais decision and the ensuing threat to the Voting Rights Act. We will be joined by TN State Sen. London Lamar, GA State Rep. Saira Draper, SC State Sen. Tameika Isaac Devine, AL State Sen. Merika Coleman, and LA State Rep. Manie Landry — we look forward to an insightful dive from these Southern leaders at the forefront of the work being done to defend political representation and voting rights for all Americans.
We hope to see you all there.
-Team Emerge
Emerge America
www.emergeamerica.org
4 Embarcadero Center
Suite 1400
San Francisco, CA 94111
United States
The Senate just advanced a bill to end Trump’s war on Iran. This happened because women held the line.
https://act.womensmarch.com/sign/ayWarPowersResolution/
Trump is still testing how much power he can grab without consequences, and if we go quiet now, the bombing starts again.
Congress has tried seven times to pass this resolution. Seven. It moved this time because the pressure is working. Even MAGA loyalists are voting with us while the country watches rent, gas, and grocery prices climb.
— 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. |
Last month, Analilia Mejia won her New Jersey Congressional race by nearly 20 points—because when a Latina organizer runs on what working women actually need, we show up and we win.
Now, she has to do it again.
On June 2, Analilia faces another primary to secure her spot on the ballot this November. Women’s March WIN is proud to endorse her again.
Analilia is one of us: a Women’s Marcher, organizer, and fighter. For more than twenty-five years, she’s taken on misogyny, machine politics, and right-wing extremists—and won.
This race matters far beyond New Jersey. Chip in now to help power Analilia’s June 2 win.
— Women’s March WIN
| 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. |
Add your name: Block Trump’s $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund!
Dear MoveOn member,
Donald Trump and acting Attorney General Todd Blanche are launching their “anti-weaponization” fund, which would create a pipeline for Trump to give funds to his political allies, campaign donors, and January 6 insurrectionists.1
Trump is using this “anti-weaponization” fund as a means to provide compensation for people who claim they were directly targeted by the Biden administration’s Justice Department. This is just another example of Trump’s gross abuse of power at the expense of the American people.2
This all began because Donald Trump sued the IRS—a government agency that he’s in control of—claiming that the agency allowed a government contractor to leak his tax returns.3 Then Trump’s cronies at the Department of Justice granted him carte blanche to reach a settlement that created this fund this is the same Department of Justice that has failed to release the Epstein files and protect victims. Instead, they’re giving money to insurrectionists.
Everyday Americans are suffering people can’t afford healthcare, gas, groceries, or to buy a home. But instead of providing economic relief for working people struggling to get by, Trump is abusing his power, greasing the wheels of his own agenda, and taking our tax dollars to hand out billions in payouts for his MAGA allies.
Say NO to using our taxes to enrich Trump and his allies! STOP this outrageous fund!
This is a slush fund with no oversight, no transparency, and no accountability, controlled by a president who can fire anyone he deems an opponent. Now his own allies and associates are eligible to receive payments.
At today’s hearing before the Senate Appropriations Committee, acting Attorney General Todd Blanche claimed that Trump and his family wouldn’t receive payouts, but he refused to commit to saying January 6 rioters wouldn’t receive this money.4 Trump wants to put money directly into the hands of the people who violently attacked our nation’s Capitol, killed innocent people, and attempted to overthrow the 2020 election results all while he’s pressuring states to rig the election in Republicans’ favor.
Thanks for all you do.
–Alexis, AD, Mohammad, Emily, and the rest of the team
Sources:
1. “Justice Dept. Sets Up $1.8 Billion Fund That Could Funnel Money to Trump Allies,” The New York Times, May 18, 2026
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/18/us/politics/trump-irs-lawsuit.html
2. Ibid.
3.”Senators put Blanche on defense over $1.776B ‘anti-weaponization’ fund,” The Hill, May 19, 2026
https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5885274-blanche-trump-anti-weaponization-fund/
4. Ibid.
You’re seeing this petition because we thought it might interest you. It was created on MoveOn.org, where anyone can start their own online petitions. You can start your own petition here.
Want to support MoveOn’s work? Donald Trump and his MAGA allies expect us to give up. But we will not give them what they want. We will never stop working to defend our fundamental freedoms and protect our democracy. MoveOn has been leading the movement against right-wing extremism for 26 years, and we promise you that we will still be here every step of the way forward.
Will you donate to power MoveOn’s work to protect our freedoms and democracy under Trump’s administration?
Donate: $5 monthly
Donate: $15 monthly
Donate: $50 monthly
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. ActBlue Civics Inc. is the merchant of record for all transactions made to MoveOn Civic Action using the ActBlue platform. ActBlue Civics Inc. receives and processes these donations before disbursing them to MoveOn Civic Action within 30 days of receipt.
Congress is preparing to vote on another $70 billion for ICE while families struggle with rising costs. Tell Congress to vote NO to more ICE funding!
Dear MoveOn member,
After months of mass public pressure from across the country, Congress passed a clean DHS funding bill with zero new funding for ICE and CBP.
But now, Republicans in Congress are trying again to ram through $70 billion of our taxpayer dollars to ICE and border patrol, even though these agencies are already sitting on $150 billion in unspent funds and continue operating with no accountability.1 Will you send your members of Congress a letter NOW to demand they hold the line for no more ICE funding?
Reuel, there is no funding emergency for ICE or border patrol.
Republicans in Congress are choosing to pour billions more into mass detention, raids, and family separation instead of addressing the affordability crisis facing everyday working people. Experts estimate that Trump’s deportations could cost the average family an additional $2,150 per year by 2028. Grocery costs could rise from $165 to $195 per week, and the price of a new home could increase by nearly $50,000.2
There is no money in this bill to lower grocery prices, make healthcare more affordable, or help working families get ahead. Instead, Congress is considering spending $70 billion more expanding a mass deportation system that is deeply unpopular with the American people. Send a letter before your members of Congress vote next week on funding ICE over people’s needs!
We’re already seeing how recklessly DHS is spending the money it already has. This week, DHS’s own inspector general launched a probe into the $38 billion warehouse detention program after reports of ICE purchasing warehouses above market value that lacked basic infrastructure.3
Yet despite this mismanagement, Congress is still considering giving ICE and Border Patrol another $70 billion of taxpayer dollars, while families are struggling to afford groceries, rent, and healthcare.
Next week’s vote is critical to rejecting more funding for Trump’s cruel and deeply unpopular mass deportation agenda. Will you send a letter now telling Congress to vote NO on more ICE and Border Patrol funding?
Thanks for all you do.
–Mia, Christian, Yan, Mona, and the rest of the team
Sources:
1. “DHS Was Already Given $191 Billion. Voters Say: Not One Dollar More.” FWD.us, March 6, 2026
https://www.fwd.us/news/dhs-funding/
2. “Prices for all Americans are set to unnecessarily rise under recent and proposed immigration policies impacting the U.S. labor force,” FWD.us, June 2026
https://www.fwd.us/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/250402_FWD_PricesReport_v13_Web.pdf
3. “Watchdog Probes Kristi Noem’s Warehouse Purchases for ICE Detention Centers,” The Wall Street Journal, May 13, 2026
https://www.wsj.com/politics/policy/watchdog-probes-kristi-noems-warehouse-purchases-for-ice-detention-centers-aa6afa10
Want to support MoveOn’s work? Donald Trump and his MAGA allies expect us to give up. But we will not give them what they want. We will never stop working to defend our fundamental freedoms and protect our democracy. MoveOn has been leading the movement against right-wing extremism for 26 years, and we promise you that we will still be here every step of the way forward.
Will you donate to power MoveOn’s work to protect our freedoms and democracy under Trump’s administration?
Donate: $5 monthly
Donate: $15 monthly
Donate: $50 monthly
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. ActBlue Civics Inc. is the merchant of record for all transactions made to MoveOn Civic Action using the ActBlue platform. ActBlue Civics Inc. receives and processes these donations before disbursing them to MoveOn Civic Action within 30 days of receipt.
Texas is happening … and a lot more
Texas, Mississippi, the power of values
Questions and a message from Michigan
Updates from California, Michigan, North Carolina and more
Winning – The Lincoln Initiative
March For Our Lives Virtual Events
Today we remember the 10 lives taken at Santa Fe High School and the families, friends, and classmates forever changed by that violence.
Eight years later, the scars remain — and so does our responsibility to support survivors and stop this from ever happening again.
The truth is painful but simple: school shootings did not stop after Santa Fe.
There have been more than 252 school shootings nationwide since 2018.
That’s why every effort, act, and dollar matters to our movement.
The work we do fills the gap left by a government that fails to have the courage to address this epidemic head on.
We train school staff in threat assessment, fund survivor-led advocacy, and fight for policies that reduce the chance of another child being shot at school.
Our teams work with local leaders, parents, and school staff to expand mental health access and to hold elected officials accountable to pass measures that reduce the odds of another tragedy.
These programs run on small-dollar donations from people who refuse to accept gun violence as inevitable.
Thank you for remembering with us and for honoring those we lost.
With courage,
March For Our Lives
Join the Movement Fund 📣
Gun violence is relentless. Our response has to be just as persistent.
Recurring donations power our organizing, rapid response, youth training, and everything it takes to win.
Email us: info@marchforourlives.com
When Mia Tretta was a high school freshman at Saugus High School in Santa Clarita, California, she was struck in the stomach by a .45-caliber round. She survived, but her best friend didn’t.
But as Mia will tell you: surviving is not a static event. It’s a lifelong process.
Six years after that first shooting, Mia was a junior at Brown University, huddled in her dorm room during yet another active shooter alert. As the messages flooded her phone, she felt a familiar, searing pain in her stomach where she had been shot years prior.
A recent study from Rutgers University confirms what Mia and so many in our movement already know: the toll of gun violence is much broader than a single day’s headlines. Whether you were shot, witnessed a shooting, or lost a loved one, the trauma lives in the body as chronic, physical pain.
This is the reality for a generation of young people. We aren’t just tired of being angry — we’re physically hurting.
At March For Our Lives, we’ve worked closely with Mia and other young people who have experienced the pain that comes with gun violence. Many of you have seen her powerful videos sharing her journey. She is a vital part of this youth-led movement, but she shouldn’t have to be a “lucky one” for surviving two shootings by the age of 21.
Will you chip in $10 or $25 today to help us build a future where kids can finally be safe?
Mia is now studying public affairs and education, turning her pain into power as a gun violence advocate. She is a reminder that while the GOP and the NRA continue to prioritize gun manufacturer profits, our movement is fueled by something stronger: hope and resilience.
Healing is about action. Thank you for standing with Mia, and with all of us.
With courage,
March For Our Lives
Join the Movement Fund 📣
Gun violence is relentless. Our response has to be just as persistent.
Recurring donations power our organizing, rapid response, youth training, and everything it takes to win.
Email us: info@marchforourlives.com
Substack – Who Pays for Gun Violence?
Substack – Eight Years of March For Our Lives
ICE Shootings Are a Consequence of America’s Gun Policy Choices
How the Gun Industry Quietly Governs
Inside the Gun Industry’s Closed-Door World
What Happens When “Temporary” Lasts a Childhood
March For Our Lives Substack – The Work That Saves Lives
Substack The Memory Problem at the Heart of Gun Violence
Substack What We Get Wrong When We’re Shocked by Gun Violence
It takes a lot of people power to stop oil wars and rigged elections and win affordable healthcare and racial justice. Individuals acting alone will not be enough– to organize means to move as a collective and build enough power that we cannot be ignored.
One way we do this is by joining an organization. Think of all the movements for change you admire. At the heart of them all, there were organizations working together to win a shared agenda.
This week at SURJ, it’s our National Membership Drive, and we’re asking you to join our organization. This means chipping in with monthly dues and your time and skills to help power the work of SURJ. We are proud to be a social movement organization that is leading and a part of nearly every national social justice coalition fighting against authoritarianism right now.
We are proud to carry on the legacy of anti-racist white organizations before us that took on the responsibility of organizing our own against racism.
Make it “official” and join SURJ as a National Member today.
In solidarity,
SURJ
Showing Up for Racial Justice
PO Box 1376
Buffalo, NY 14205
United States
It’s rough out there. The onslaught of political bad news, senseless violence, misogyny, and racism is enough to make even the most seasoned organizers want to throw up their hands. These are the exact times– when we’re tired and feeling hopeless– that we can get curious and be intentional about how we sustain ourselves in this work.
We’ll explore these topics and more next Wednesday, May 20 at 8 pm ET at a SURJ mass call, “White people’s work to not give up: a conversation on strategy and staying for the long haul.” We’ll be joined by Ash-Lee Woodard Henderson, former Director of the Highlander Center in Tennessee and movement strategist, and Scot Nakagawa, the Director of the 22nd Century Initiative and leading political thinker, who have been movement leaders for decades and bring hard-won lessons about how we stay in it.
On the other side of guilt, shame or feeling like we need to make martyrs of ourselves is a joyful, steady commitment. We’re working to get there together.
See you Wednesday–
SURJ
Showing Up for Racial Justice
PO Box 1376
Buffalo, NY 14205
United States
Here are some ways you can take action.
- Fri, May 1 @ 12pm · May Day Strong
Students Rise Up on May Day: Whitman College › - Fri, May 1 @ 3:30pm · May Day Strong
[Sunnyside, WA] May Day 2026: Workers Over Billionaires › - Fri, May 1 @ 4pm · May Day Strong
Zillah May Day Strong, May Day 2026: Workers Over Billionaires › - Tue, May 5 @ 3pm
Block by Block – Phone Bank with SURJ! (Win Primaries for Progressive Champions in CA, ME & NY!) › - Wed, May 6 @ 3pm
Willing to Fight, Ready to Win: Phone Bank with Team 26! › - Mon, May 11 @ 4pm
SURJ Circles (Metro Atlanta) Check-In + Action Hour (Virtual) ›
All times Pacific
There are now over 3,000 May Day actions in all 50 states. School districts across the country are shutting down on May 1 because teachers and students are planning walk outs. Actions against major corporations, teach-ins about the war in Iran, and small-town street corner protests are coming together in a coordinated action to demand: workers over billionaires.
Check out the May Day map below to find an action near you. And don’t forget to sign the pledge to commit to a day of no work, school, or shopping.
And then register for the final May Day mass call tomorrow, April 29, at 8 pm ET featuring one of SURJ’s own members alongside Liz Shuler, president of the AFL-CIO and other partner organizations across the country who will ground us in this historic moment and the importance of taking action this May Day.
White communities have a track record of being recruited by those at the top to reject solidarity with working class people of color and instead choose whiteness. And— we also have a powerful legacy of anti-racist white workers who refused to be divided by racism. Who stood together in the face of impossible odds.
This May Day, we’re claiming that legacy as our own. See you Friday!
In solidarity,
SURJ
Showing Up for Racial Justice
PO Box 1376
Buffalo, NY 14205
United States
Recurring donors help me sleep at night.
And right now, I could use a solid night of rest.
April and May are typically lower fundraising months. It’s the height of tax season, families are planning their summer vacations, and honestly, people are tired. November starts to feel like a long way away.
I get it. Life happens, and it’s hard to stay focused when the news cycle never stops. Trump knows that — actually, he counts on it.
His policies are deeply unpopular, his approval ratings are underwater, and his MAGA base is imploding. Instead of changing what he’s doing, he manufactures constant chaos and distractions, designed to leave people feeling hopeless and keep them from building momentum.
But regardless of what the headlines say, the problems we’re facing aren’t going away. The attacks on our rights, working families being squeezed dry at every turn, corporations buying up influence in our elections — they don’t stop because it’s a slow fundraising month. Neither can our work.
Here’s the honest truth: getting through this period requires stability. That stability comes from our recurring donors. When we can count on recurring donors to show up every single month, it makes it possible for us to plan ahead, invest early, and fight back consistently.
We don’t take money from corporate PACs or special interests. We depend on our grassroots community showing up for us because they truly believe in what we’re building at Leaders We Deserve. And right now, in this slow period, your support means more than ever.
Use the links in this email to start a recurring donation to Leaders We Deserve.
Thank you,
David Hogg
| To give by check: Leaders We Deserve 611 Pennsylvania Ave SE #192 Washington, DC 20003 Email us: info@leaderswedeserve.com |
I’m going to be straight with you.
The moment we’re in right now is unlike anything Leaders We Deserve has faced since we started our mission.
The Supreme Court gutted the Voting Rights Act. Trump is waging an illegal war in Iran. Healthcare is out of reach for millions of people. Corporate landlords are gobbling up homes and pricing working families out of their neighborhoods. And many leaders in the Democratic Party are still figuring out if they’re willing to fight back with more than just a strongly worded letter.
Honestly, we don’t have the luxury to wait around for the rest of the Party to wake up. We have to start moving on the issues that matter to us most and electing the leaders who will get us there right now.
That’s why this is our biggest year yet. We’ll be backing the largest slate of candidates we’ve ever had. There are more races to fight ahead, and more opportunities to prove that bold, people-powered politics can win anywhere in this country.
The House majority is within reach. State legislatures are flippable. And what we do between now and November will determine whether we rise to meet this moment or let it slip through our fingers.
So here’s our plan for this cycle:
- Back the boldest, most fearless progressive candidates running for state legislatures and Congress across the country. People who come from the communities they’re fighting for, refuse corporate PAC money, and have the courage to do what’s right instead of what’s safe.
- Challenge asleep-at-the-wheel Democrats in safe blue seats who are failing to meet this moment in order to strengthen our Party. Voters deserve a Party that actually holds its leaders accountable and is willing to respond to the urgency of this moment with the moral clarity and vision for the future that it demands.
This plan works. We’ve already proven that, and taken home meaningful wins this cycle. But none of this work happens without resources. We don’t take a dime from corporate PACs or special interests. We don’t have the establishment funding machine behind us, or self interested mega donors writing us checks. We have you, and tens of thousands of people like you who truly believe in what we’re building.
So here’s what I’m asking:
If you’re in a position to give big — $500, $1,000, or more — now is the moment. Your support doesn’t just fund one candidate, it funds the infrastructure that finds them, supports their campaigns on a daily basis, and gets them across the finish line.
If you can give a little every month — $5, $25, $50 — we need you standing with us. Recurring donors are at the backbone of what we do. They’re the reason we can plan ahead, invest early, and show up for candidates when it counts the most.
If you can only give once — whatever you can afford — we appreciate that deeply. Every dollar is proof that this isn’t a movement bought and paid for by corporate PACs or special interests. It’s a people-powered movement, ready to win.
And if you can’t give anything right now — that’s okay. Not everyone is in a position to contribute money, and I completely understand that. What I’m asking for instead: Forward this email. Share what we’re doing on your social media. Talk to a friend or family member about Justin J. Pearson, Ruwa Romman, Christian Menefee, or any of the incredible candidates we’re backing this cycle. Bring someone else along with you in this fight.
This is the moment. And we need you in it. Whatever you’re able to contribute today, please know that it truly makes a difference. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for showing up for this movement. I’m grateful to be doing this work alongside you.
With gratitude,
David Hogg
Leaders We Deserve
| To give by check: Leaders We Deserve 611 Pennsylvania Ave SE #192 Washington, DC 20003 Email us: info@leaderswedeserve.com |
Join Us To Protect Voting Rights!
Join Mayday, Workers Over Billionaires!
Here are some ways you can take action.
- Mon, Apr 20 @ 5pm
Eyes on ICE: Train-the-Trainer – Immigrants’ Rights ›
All times Pacific Time
50501 – Find Your Local No Kings on March 28 ❌👑
Fascism tastes like burnt coffee
50501 Join Us Nov. 27th – Dec. 1st for We Ain’t Buying It!
Join the Mass Call: Trump’s Shutdown: Our Healthcare is On The Line!
Watch 50501 Stream Pokémon | No Kings 2.0 Updates
Project 2029 Newsletter: Protecting Voting Rights, Elections and Our Earth
We’re shifting the focus from outrage to action, and building the blueprint for a democracy that truly works for the people it serves.
We Are the Ones We’ve Been Waiting For
By Jake Orlowitz, Founder and CEO
Democracies rarely collapse in spectacle. They corrode.
Institutions stall. Cynicism deepens. People adapt to dysfunction and call it normal.
We say, “No.”
Instead of giving in and handing our country over to bad or incompetent actors, we need to become pragmatically progressive.
This is not about a political party; we have no party affiliations. It begins instead with moral seriousness, a fundamental approach to civic life that prioritizes people. Human life matters. Preventable suffering matters. Flourishing matters. Healthcare, housing, wages, climate stability, and democratic integrity – these all matter.
These are not abstract concepts. They are real-life conditions that determine whether a parent skips a prescription, whether a child breathes clean air, or whether a worker survives a layoff without collapse.
We are volunteers with Project 2029, and we are building toward that stronger, kinder, more prosperous future. Progressives who lean this way have often been ahead of other voters. But we can form coalitions that include people who may not call themselves progressive but still want fairness, security, and a government that functions. We can work toward outcomes that make sense to all of us: Are more people insured? Are wages rising? Are emissions falling? Are institutions functioning? Are families more secure?
If all this resonates with you, please read this newsletter and get more acquainted with our grassroots community. Check out the specific policy recommendations posted on our website, too.
These are sustainable plans that a new federal administration can enact right away. I hope you are eager to see them; they’re about immigration, housing, and the popular vote.
You’ll notice an article in this letter on our approach to healthcare. We look forward to hearing your thoughts. Our teams are working diligently on other critical policy ideas, too. Will you get behind them? Challenge political candidates you may meet to adopt these pragmatic ideas?
If we want lasting change,this is the work. Come join us.
Visit our website to learn more.
Our Stance on Healthcare
Americans have made it clear that we need better healthcare at affordable costs and with greater efficiency for the good of all.
We can achieve these aims through the active cooperation of the federal and state governments, health professionals, non-governmental organizations, and individual Americans. When we collaborate in smart ways – while removing financial barriers and practical obstacles to proper care – we will emerge as a stronger and more prosperous nation.
Our policy relies on accepting these common-sense fundamental ideas:
- Americans need a system of health services that protects against disease and promotes the physical and mental health of the individual – the whole person.
- Policies should encourage individual choices about nutrition, exercise, and substance use that favor fitness, build strength and resilience, and guard against chronic illness over the course of a lifetime.
- It takes broad action from multiple segments of society to work against social, environmental, and occupational causes of disease and disability.
- Investing in sound research is essential to finding the scientific answers doctors need, and supporting reliable preventative care with patient health education will improve daily life across all demographic groups.
When America pursues these ideas, we will have a society with reduced illness, fewer hospitalizations, and lower overall costs.
Hurting from the Cost
By Alice Bond | Project 2029 Contributor
In 1950, the average American paid roughly $84 per person, per year for healthcare, according to a Social Security Administration report. Or they just didn’t go to a doctor.
By 2000, a half a century later, the typical American averaged $6,649 per year in health expenditures.
In 2024, only a quarter of a century later, the total healthcare bill is projected to nearly triple, reaching $15,610 per person, per year. Those accelerating numbers include out-of-pocket, government, and insurance costs.
You’ll also be interested to know that $100 in 1950 is equivalent in buying power to about $1,350 today, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The high dollar amounts we encounter in healthcare is one distinct barrier to care.
Many Americans lose access simply because they can’t afford care. Millions lost access this January due to expiring subsidies for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and cuts to Medicaid. Republicans voted against extending COVID-era healthcare subsidies and funding Medicaid.
The very real fallout of this political vote could impact 20 million American lives, resulting in premium payments that have more than doubled. People will pay exorbitant rate hikes or shop for inferior coverage.
An estimated 5 million will go without. A devastating result.
Instead, Project 2029 has some innovative, practical and proactive suggestions, the kind of healthcare planning and policy that Americans desperately need now.
Take a look and see if you don’t feel better. Then tell any candidates for office you encounter to prescribe our ideas.
Honoring Transgender Day of Visibility
Over 2.8 million adults and youth identify as transgender in the United States, according to the Williams Institute at University of California at Los Angeles School of Law.
They are your parents, your grocery checkers, your coworkers, bosses, neighbors and friends. And they come in all colors and from all walks of life.
So today, March 31st, we celebrate International Transgender Day of Visibility — known as TDOV. Founded in 2009 by Michigan psychotherapist Rachel Crandall-Crocker (she/her), TDOV brings awareness to trans lives, highlights their joy and accomplishments, and honors trans elders.
Trans rights are human rights. Project 2029 is building a plan of action for a future that is strong, kind, and focused on human flourishing.
Be an Ally – Support Trans Equality
If you want to know and better understand the journey of trans visibility, we’ve compiled a list of three handpicked books you’ll want to check out! Read the full blog to learn more.
Call for Photos!
We hope everyone joined our friends at Indivisible for the No Kings rally on March 28th! We’d love to see your photos! Tag us on Instagram or email them to our team using the button below.
Wanted: Your Skills and Talents
As a true grassroots movement, volunteers are critical to our success. Project 2029 is growing quickly, which is great news! That means we need you!
While we are always looking for new volunteers, we currently have some pressing roles we need help filling quickly.
Critical positions:
- Chief Technology Officer
- Chief of Outreach
- Webmaster
- Program Manager, Communications
- Program Manager, Policy
- Social Media Manager
If the roles above are not a fit for you, that’s ok too! We have many more opportunities available.
Please visit our website to learn more and contact us today!
No time to volunteer? No worries!
You can support Project 2029 in a variety of other ways!
Share Our Policies | Join Our Newsletter List
Your contribution helps us build a transparent and accountable government that truly serves ‘We the people.’
No billionaires here. We’re strictly nonprofit. No political party or corporate PAC is backing us, as we are independent by choice. Our organizers are unpaid. But if you can afford a few bucks, we’d appreciate the help covering expenses.
Thank you for your support!
Project 2029 | Drive Change Together
Project 2029 is an all-volunteer, national grassroots movement committed to disrupting the broken system and redefining what democracy means from the ground up.
We are not affiliated with or supported by any political party or political action group (PAC). We are funded by donations from everyday individuals who support our vision and shared hope for America.
Follow Us!
343 Soquel Ave – Box #102, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
Powered by Squarespace
Introducing Project 2029 – Check it out
We’re shifting the focus from outrage to action, working towards a future worth fighting for. Small, incremental changes won’t cut it. Our bold plans within each of our four Pillars focus on fairness, dignity, and justice for all.
Bat Signal 2026: Our Chance to Win Back Everything!
“What difference does it make if I give now vs. closer to November?” We’re so glad you asked…
Virginia redistricting overturned: Can we still flip the House? (YES.)
Frontline Digest: May Day, SCOTUS, elections, and more!
MVP Condemns Supreme Court Ruling Gutting the Voting Rights Act
The Power Move: WINsconsin, Virginia is for Lovers (of Democracy), and More (MVP April Newsletter)
VICTORY! Virginia is for Lovers (of Democracy!)
6 months to flip Congress. Here’s how you can help.
VICTORY!! MVP Partners Expand Liberal Majority on Wisconsin Supreme Court
Frontline Digest: No Kings 3, Redistricting, Elections, and More!
The Power Move: MVP Newsletter (March 2026)
Frontline Digest: Primary Victories, Local Advocacy, No War in Iran, More ICE Accountability
VICTORY: NC’s Untold Primary Election Story + Flipping TX Blue?
The Power Move: MVP Newsletter (Feb. 2026)
Frontline Digest: ICE Out, Policy Progress, Primary Elections, and No Kings 3
Frontline Digest: ICE Out, Primary Elections, Advocacy, and a Winter Storm
How do we flip the House & Senate? Fund these organizers.
Support ICE Resistance: Announcing MVP’s Rapid Response Fund
Maine: MVP Partners Ramp Up Resistance to ICE
What Would MLK Do in Minnesota? (5 Things)
Frontline Digest: Standing Up to ICE, Advancing Progress
“Civic Power” Report: Organizing Is How We Win Elections and Pass Bold Policies
Dear Friend,
Happy Mother’s Day (month). Yes we want all the flowers! AND … we need affordable groceries, childcare, healthcare, and paid family/medical leave, too.
Join us this Mother’s Day Month of May for a zoom community meeting celebrating Mom Power, featuring special guests, powerful stories, and ways to take action for moms and families. We’ll celebrate the year-round activism by and for moms and families, including the recent activations in DC and across the nation — and also talk about what comes next.
Here are the details:
When: Wednesday May 20, 2026 at 8:30 PM ET / 5:30 PM PT. *NOTE: We are meeting on Wednesday this month, not Thursday!
Where: Zoom (RSVP below to access the link)
How: RSVP here, and tell your friends!
We can’t wait to see you there!
Join us!
– Kristin, Karen, Ruth, Katrina, Carrie, Catalina, and the rest of the MomsRising and MamásConPoder Team
Register to vote! / ¡Regístrese para votar!
Join our Spanish language community, MamásConPoder.org
What should MomsRising tackle next? Tell us!
Dear Friend,
Mother’s Day may be over, but just like parenting and caregiving, our mission to make Washington a place where moms and families can thrive marches forward all 365 days of the year. And right now, our beloved Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML) program needs our help!
Here’s the situation: Claims have doubled in just four years because the demand for PFML is real and the impact is life-changing—but that growth means the program is on track to run out of money by 2030. Instead of finding sustainable revenue to keep up with that demand, some lawmakers are proposing cutting benefits. That’s the wrong answer!
Being there for our families and ourselves shouldn’t be a financial gamble. Whether it’s recovering from childbirth, managing a serious mental health issue, or caring for a loved one with cancer,
Tell WA Lawmakers: PFML deserves a strong future!
Washingtonians deserve the security of knowing PFML will be there when they need it most. We want our leaders to double down on their commitment to PFML by focusing on sustainable funding solutions that don’t threaten current benefits.
Moms and caregivers across Washington have worked too hard and fought too long to let this program be scaled back. Let’s make sure every family—today and for generations to come—gets the support they need when life’s biggest moments arrive.
With hope and solidarity,
– Lauren, Sara, Olivia, Maricela, and everyone at MomsRising
Register to vote! / ¡Regístrese para votar!
Join our Spanish language community, MamásConPoder.org
What should MomsRising tackle next? Tell us!
AFL-CIO International Workers Day
May Day, or International Workers’ Day, the day the world celebrates the bravery of workers throughout history who have sacrificed for safety, dignity and justice on the job.
We’re united in our resolve to fight for a better future for ALL workers abroad and at home, including those targeted by this administration.
Our solidarity is our strength. We take pride in knowing that we are a global movement standing up to the billionaires who are threatening our rights and freedoms.
Thursday, April 30
11am – 1:30pm PDT
1321 N Columbia Center Blvd
Kennewick, WA 99336
You can RSVP your plans to attend and support local workers HERE
Voices
Fix Democracy First has compiled an excellent list of sites with which to expand your activism
Watch SUFFS on PBS’ Great Performances This Weekend!
APPLY HEAT, MELT ICE — This Weekend, We Protest Everywhere!
My Afternoon With The Last Living Prosecutor of Nazi War Criminals
Yes! Today is Election Day for Many Cities and States Across the Country!
URGENT: Get Out The Vote for Zohran TOMORROW — Sunday!
“Will We Remain In The Shadows, Or Will We Together Step Into The Light?”
One Week After “No Kings,” What Comes Next?
Your Pics From Yesterday’s Massive Protests
TOMORROW, October 18th — We Hit The Streets!
Hey New Yorkers — VOTE TOMORROW!
Here’s the New Pledge of Allegiance I Think We All Should Take
Why Today April 30th Should Be a National Holiday
PROTEST EVERYWHERE — Saturday, April 19 — Every city, every county, every town, everywhere! Freedom Against Tyranny!
There Was a Record 5 to 6 Million People Who Took to the Streets to Stop Trump on Saturday! — And the Only Sound of Silence You Hear is from the Media and the Democratic Party
Massive Crowds Everywhere! And Everywhere You Look, You Will See The True Leaders of This Next Revolution
Get Up! Get Out! Get in the Streets! Mass Protests Saturday Near You!
Simon Rosenberg
Veteran Political Analyst, Strategist and Commentator. 2 Presidential campaigns (incl Clinton War Room), senior roles at DNC, DCCC, NDN. One of the only ones who got 2022 right. On Substack at Hopium Chronciles.
Anyone Who Thinks Trump Is Winning Isn’t Paying Attention
Senator Ruben Gallego On Why America Must Stand With Ukraine, Europe, And NATO
Six States Vote Today, Welcome To The Post-USAID World, Non-Voters And Indies Turn On The Rs
NYT Has Generic Ballot D +11, Ukraine’s Big Battlefield Win, Mortgage Rates And Brent Crude Rising – Trump’s Failures Just Keep Mounting
Trump Gets A Brutal New CBS Poll, WHO Declares Global Health Emergency, New Intvs W/Gov. Shapiro and Ohio’s Amy Acton
Trump Is A Fool, A Coward, And A Traitor
Trump Is Hell Bent On Weakening America And Making Russia And China Great Again
My Conversation With Governor Josh Shapiro
Republicans Are Gerrymandering Because They Are Scared Of The American People, And Of Us – As They Should Be (New Video, Written Analysis)
Meet Dr. Amy Acton, Our Great Candidate Running For Governor Of Ohio
Trump Admits What Has Become Obvious – He Simply Doesn’t Care About The American People Only Himself, His Ridiculous Ballroom, His Fellow Oligarchs
Ugly Inflation Data, Tariffs Ruled Illegal (Again), Failed War, Soaring Unpopularity – Trump Heads To China In A Dangerously Weakened Position
Some Thoughts On What Comes Next
Trump Hits New Polling Low, Putin’s Sad Parade, Magyar Takes Control In Hungary, Expanding Our Maps
Meet Elaine Luria, Our Candidate Fighting To Turn VA-02 Blue
Trump’s Failed War Keeps Failing, His Tariffs Are Struck Down (Again), VA Supreme Court Overturns An Election
Meet Charlie Bailey, Chair of the Ass-Kicking Democratic Party of Georgia
Democrats Are Expanding Our Maps And Competing In Hard To Win Places (New Video & Written Analysis)
Historian Phillips O’Brien Talks Ukraine, Iran And “Taking The Initiative” In War
Putin Breaks a Ceasefire, Trump Stumbles and Retreats in the Gulf, Democrats Overperform in a Special Election (Again)
Eric Croft, Alaska Dem Party Chair, Returns To Hopium To Talk “Expanding The Map” and Winning This November
If Trump Wants The Pentagon Funded The United States Must Side With Europe And Ukraine – Not Russia
My Conversation With Stuart Stevens About Zelenskyy’s Momentum, 61 Years Of The Southern Strategy, The Dems’ Midterm Message And More
Trump And Putin Are Not Winning Their Wars
Reflections On The Return Of Our “Barbarous Ancestors” And The Need For Us To Build Something New
Gas Surges 40 Cents This Week, Louisiana Gov Cancels Primary Elections, “Poll: Trump’s Iran war reaches Iraq- and Vietnam-era disapproval levels”
Callais, 2026 Senate, 2032 – Democrats Are Now Operating With A Very Different National Map (New Video, Written Analysis)
Inflation Has Surged, Our Economy Has Slowed, And Everything Trump Is Doing Is Making It Worse
Katie Phang On Callais, Her New Lawsuit Against The DOJ, And Todd Blanche’s Escalating Lawlessness
An English King Schools Our Wanna Be King, Trump And Blanche Escalate, Hill Republicans Keep Melting Down
Janelle Stelson, Our Great Candidate Running In PA-10, Returns To Hopium For An Update On Her Race
Oil Tops $111 A Barrel, US Gas Prices Surge, Russia Is Failing In Ukraine, Senate And House Rs Are Fighting – Holy Trumpian Sh-tshow Batman!
Meet Jen Jordan And Miracle Rankin, Our Terrific Candidates Running For The Supreme Court Of Georgia
The Strait Of Hormuz Remains Closed, Bennett and Lapid Join Forces in Israel, Spanberger Celebrates Her First 100 Days, Slava Ukraini!
Grateful No One Was Seriously Injured Last Night
New House Dem Media Buy Shows Dems On Offense, Strong, And Expanding The Map
Sherrod Brown – Still Fighting With Everything He’s Got For The People Of Ohio
Ukraine Gets EU Funding Package, Dems Up 6 Points In House Battleground, Peltola Leads In Alaska
Trump’s Failed, Illegal War Is Breaking His Presidency, And The Republican Party Too
Trump’s Terrible Polling Gets Worse, National Battleground Deteriorates Further For GOP – 2026 Has Become A Year Of Opportunity For Democrats
“Yes” Wins In Virginia Tonight – Congratulations Everyone!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Meet Kathleen Clyde, Chair Of The Democratic Party In Battleground Ohio
Our 2026 Candidates Are Impressive, New National and CA Polls, The AI Wars Have Begun
Meet Senator Sarah Trone Garriott – Minister, Mom, Community Leader, And Proven Winner Working Hard To Flip IA-03 Blue
Meet Mayor Chaz Molder, Our Experienced, Hard-Working Candidate Running In TN-05
It’s Time For The Magical Thinking About The Costs Of Trump’s Failed War To End
Sunday Hopium – The Strait Remains Closed, Trump Is More Far More Mad Than King, Farmers Are Really Struggling in America
Trump’s Ridiculous Story About The Iranian Negotiations Crashes And Burns, And The Strait Of Hormuz Is Closed Once Again
The Trump Regime Is Rotting, Decaying, Crumbling, Unraveling, Falling Apart (New Video & Written Analysis)
Imagine If This Moment Was Not About The Ascent of Authoritarians, But About A New Birth Of Global Freedom. Just Imagine…..
Hanging Out, Catching Up, And Breaking It Down With The Contrarians (Video)
More Ugly Economic Data, More Evidence Of What A Historic Failure Trump And His Presidency Have Become
Closing Strong On Vote Yes With Virginia’s Inspiring Speaker, Don Scott
Congress Returns To Trump Breaking The Cease Fire, Attacking The Pope, Orban Falling, Melania Going Rogue, And Inflation Exploding
Orban Concedes – Huge Blow To Trump, Putin, Vance, And The Global Right
Vance Fails In Pakistan, Trump Breaks The Ceasefire And Launches A Naval Blockade, Turn Out In Hungary Is Very Strong
Hungary Votes Tomorrow, Trump Continues To Flounder and Flail, Understanding And Winning In An Evolving Political Battlefield
Meet Rebecca Cooke, Our Terrific Candidate Running In WI-03
Inflation Surges, The War Is Failing, Epstein And Corruption – America Needs New Leadership And A New Direction
The Crisis The World Faces Today Is Trump (New Video, Written Analysis)
Trump Is A Failed President. It’s Time To Start Talking About What Comes Next
Meet Shannon Taylor, A Prosecutor And Battle-Tested Candidate Running To Flip VA-01 Blue
Trump’s Failed War Keeps Failing, Vance Debases Himself In Hungary, The General Election Has Begun
My Conversation With Stuart Stevens Of Lincoln Square
Starting The Painful Process Of Picking Up The Pieces From A Failed Trump Presidency
Winning In An Evolving Political Battlefield
Things Are Bad For Trump and The Republicans. They Are About To Get Much Worse
Defending Our Democracy – A Conversation With Marc Elias
Trump Must Now Fix The Global Mess He’s Made (New Video, Analysis)
Lt. Gov Candidate David Pepper Reports In From Battleground Ohio
Meet State Senator Sean McCann, Fighting Hard To Turn MI-04 Blue
Meet Jamie Ager, Our Terrific Candidate Working To Turn NC-11 Blue
Trump’s Global Crisis Worsens – Where Is Congress?
Hardy Merriman On The Fight For Democracy And Freedom, Here And Everywhere
Inspiring Photos From No Kings Three!
Springsteen’s Powerful”Streets Of Minneapolis” At No Kings Today