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Indivisible Team – November 28, 2022

Posted on November 28, 2022

Indivisibles,

So far, over 180,000 people have cast their ballots early in Georgia. That includes over 70,000 Georgians voting on Saturday and more than 85,000 on Sunday. This would not have happened if MAGA Republicans had their way. 

Republicans attempted to block early voting this weekend by exploiting a technicality they created after forcing through new procedures following the 2020 Georgia Senate runoff. The rule cited prohibits early voting on the weekend following a holiday for a primary or general election. This became a problem this cycle after Republicans slashed the amount of time between the general election and the runoff in a blatant attempt to undermine the ability of Democrats, and specifically Black and Brown working class Georgians, to vote. 

But Georgians were not deterred. After numerous legal challenges, Georgia Democrats were able to secure the ability for counties to choose to hold early voting this past weekend (the only weekend available for this runoff). Though lines were often long and some voters had to wait hours to vote, Georgians persisted. 

This is a win for the working class. This is a win for BIPOC communities. This is a win for the country as a whole. 

Our democracy functions best when everyone has easy access to the ballot. 

Over 150,000 people spoke up this weekend. Let’s keep up the work to ensure that every Georgian’s voice is heard.

With that, here are your weekly to-dos:


 Your 5 weekly to-dos 

  1. RSVP for our Georgia Runoff Phonebank Party with Gaslit Nation this Thursday, December 1 at 6pm ET/3pm PT. Andrea Chalupa, co-host of Gaslit Nation, will join Indivisibles calling voters in Georgia prior to the December 6 runoff. Andrea is an expert in election hacking who regularly does deep dives on current news and events around the globe. Don’t miss this chance to hear from her while we get out the vote.
  2. RSVP for our Georgia Runoff Phonebank Party with Gaslit Nation next Monday, December 5 at 5pm ET/2pm PT. If you can’t come on Thursday, join us on Monday for our final day of GOTV phonebanking. Or join us for both! We’d love to have you. 
  3. Check out our new Georgia Runoff: How Indivisibles Can Get Involved page. Once you’re done registering for those phonebanks, read about all of the ways you can get involved in our efforts to get Sen. Warnock reelected.
  4. Read and share our newest Indivisible Unpacked resource on Trump’s push for political violence. Trump has brought open hate speech and violent rhetoric back into the mainstream Republican Party. Read up on his tactics, the deadly results of that rhetoric, and what we can do to combat it. 
  5. Sign up for the Indivisible Truth Brigade. Propaganda, false characterizations, intentionally misleading messages, and outright lies threaten our democracy and even our lives. We can effectively combat disinformation, despite the well-funded machines that drive it. People believe sources they trust! Sign up to learn how to fight disinformation in a way that drives change and protects our communities from the threat of extremism.

The midterm elections are not over. A runoff means an extended period where we need to support Rev. Warnock in his Senate bid. Donate to fund all of our phonebanking, textbanking, canvassing, and more.


Final Session 

The “final session” or “final legislative session” is the period of time between an election and the inauguration of the new Congress. 

This year’s final session is critically important because it is the last period where we will hold a Democratic trifecta for at least the next two years. With Republican control of the House, we know that they will block any attempt at substantive legislation Democrats push forward. We must do as much as possible in this time period to deliver the Democratic agenda. 

Congress is back in session this week and the first thing on the docket should be final passage of the Respect for Marriage Act in the Senate, sending it to the House to enshrine national protections for marriage equality into law. Following that, there is a December 16 deadline to approve government funding and avert a shutdown. But, there will still be more to do. We need them to work faster and harder so that they can pass more.

To achieve this, Congress must stay in session seven days a week until the new Congress is seated. If we can convince Congress to do this, we have the opportunity to achieve priorities such as: lifting the debt ceiling through reconciliation, passing viable bipartisan legislation like the Electoral Count Act, and securing progressive wins. 

We cannot let this crucial period of control go to waste. Here’s how you can help:

  • Click here to call your Democratic representative and ask them to stay in session until their work is done. We must use every minute of our existing trifecta to achieve necessary legislative victories for the American people. Congress has the ability to stay in session and do so. If you have a Republican representative, click here to call them and keep the pressure on them to pass popular legislation during the final session.
  • Click here to call your Democratic senators and demand they stay in session until their work is done. So much about how much we can get done depends on the Senate. At the end of the day, raising the debt ceiling so that Republicans can’t weaponize it against Social Security and Medicare next year is most time-consuming in the Senate because of arcane Senate procedure. Your senator will need some cheerleading to stay at work seven days a week and get it done! If you have a Republican senator, click here to call them and keep the pressure on them to pass as many popular bills as possible during the final session.

 National Events 

RSVP for our National Rural Caucus call this Wednesday, November 30 at 8pm ET/5pm PT. Don’t miss the final rural call of 2022! We’ll be featuring a report by the Rural Urban Bridge Initiative entitled, “Can Democrats Succeed in Rural America? A Review of Strategies & Practices that Work.” (If you’d like a sneak peek, check out their recent op-ed at The Nation: Democrats Must do Better in Rural America.) We’ll also have an update from Georgia, hear about how rural Alaska groups worked to get the win for Mary Peltola(!), and, finally, we’ll check in on rural isolation in progressives communities.

RSVP for our final National Activist Call of the year on Thursday, December 8 at 8pm ET/5pm PT. Join indivisibles across the country as we celebrate successes, discuss our national strategy, and take time to create connections and build community with each other. On this call we will debrief the Georgia runoff election and preview the new Indivisible Guide.

Register for the Truth Brigade BIG TRUTHS BIG PARTY on Wednesday, December 14 at 6:30pm ET/3:30pm PT. Join us for our final Truth Brigade call of 2022! We’ll celebrate our successes, preview our plans for 2023, and launch a very special customizable Truth Brigade Thank You message campaign for the holidays.


IndivisiWin of the Week 

Indivisible group Avondale ACTion waving signs in support of Senator Warnock on the first day of early voting in their county.

Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to keep up on the latest information, and text “INDIVISIBLE” to 59798 to opt-in to our text messaging program where we send rapid response actions a few times a month.

We have one more week to ensure that Sen. Warnock is reelected to the Senate, so let’s finish out this election season strong and ensure a smart, capable, and kind man is reelected to represent Georgia. Join our efforts to reelect Sen. Warnock today!

In solidarity,
Indivisible Team

Indivisible Action is a Hybrid Political Action Committee fueled by the grassroots movement to win elections and build local, independent progressive power nationwide. Read more about the formation of our PAC here.

Grassroots donations, not foundations or large gifts, are our single largest source of funding. That means we’re accountable to, and fueled by, Indivisibles on the ground. Chip in $7 to keep fueling our movement. 

To give by mail, send a check to Indivisible Action, PO Box 43135, Washington, DC 20010.

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Mike Lindell Declares Victory After Crushing Trial DefeatStory by Nikki McCann Ramirez and Asawin Suebsaeng, Rolling StoneOn Monday evening, MyPillow CEO and Donald Trump ally Mike Lindell texted Rolling Stone: "Awesome win! MyPillow 100% innocent!!!!"It was an odd moment to be taking a victory lap. Moments earlier, a jury ruled that Lindell had defamed a former Dominion Voting Systems executive named Eric Coomer on two occasions, including by calling him a traitor, and ordered Lindell to fork over $2.3 million in damages. Why was Lindell reveling in supposed victory? Presumably because the jury damages awarded to Coomer were significantly less than the $26.7 million sought by his attorneys.In his text to Rolling Stone, Lindell added that he planned to appeal the ruling, declaring: "My fight to get rid of the machines will continue on stronger than ever!"As previously reported by Rolling Stone, Lindell had seemed almost giddy to make his case in court ahead of the trial. "Of course I'm gonna testify at my own trial!" he said earlier this month. "I have nothing to hide. I am a former crack addict; I've always been open about that. I've always been open about everything! I'm as transparent as they come." Lindell did testify in his own defense, telling the jury that he didn't knowingly defame Coomer when he accused the Dominion director of being a traitor, while boosting wild conspiracy theories insinuating that Coomer had been involved in efforts by his employer to rig the 2020 election against President Donald Trump. (There is no evidence of any such plot.)While Lindell may be celebrating only being slapped with a seven figure damages penalty in this case, Coomer's lawsuit is the first in a series of defamation claims against the MAGA pillow magnate, related to his claims about the 2020 election. Lindell has also been sued directly by Dominion and by Smartmatic, another election hardware and software company about which Lindell made wild claims.Dominion is seeking $1.3 billion in damages from Lindell, Smartmatic has left the amount up to the judge. But it's safe to say that Lindell is nowhere close to being out of the woods. ... See MoreSee Less

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  • TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

    TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

    June 3, 2025  3:45 PM - 5:45 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:45pm to 5:45PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

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  • SOME CUTS DON'T HEAL

    SOME CUTS DON'T HEAL

    June 3, 2025  4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    1301 N Columbia Center Blvd., Kennewick, WA Next to Arby’s/Use Burlington parking lot

    Greetings Indivisible TC! We are inviting you to join an action we haven’t organized but support called Some Cuts Don’t Heal - Hold Them Accountable! It’s sponsored by Central WA Families and SEIU775. Some of our Leadership team will be there wearing our Indivisible t-shirts. Here’s more:

    Come one, come all... bring your friends, neighbors, coworkers, children!! BECAUSE I know, we all know someone on Medicaid who will be impacted by these cuts. Please show up and support!!!! #SOMECUTSDONTHEAL
    #HoldThemAccountable #SEIU775

    ¡Vengan todos! ¡Traigan a sus amigos, vecinos, compañeros de trabajo e hijos! Porque sé que todos conocemos a alguien con Medicaid que se verá afectado por estos recortes, ¡por favor, vengan y apoyen!! #ALGUNOSRECORTESNOCURAN
    #HaganQueRindanCuenta #SEIU775

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  • Richland City Council

    Richland City Council

    June 3, 2025  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

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  • North Richland Dems Picnic

    North Richland Dems Picnic

    June 4, 2025  4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Leslie Groves Park, 40 Park St, Richland, WA 99354, USA

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  • SOME CUTS DON'T HEAL

    SOME CUTS DON'T HEAL

    June 4, 2025  4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    1301 N Columbia Center Blvd., Kennewick, WA Next to Arby’s/Use Burlington parking lot

    Greetings Indivisible TC! We are inviting you to join an action we haven’t organized but support called Some Cuts Don’t Heal - Hold Them Accountable! It’s sponsored by Central WA Families and SEIU775. Some of our Leadership team will be there wearing our Indivisible t-shirts. Here’s more:

    Come one, come all... bring your friends, neighbors, coworkers, children!! BECAUSE I know, we all know someone on Medicaid who will be impacted by these cuts. Please show up and support!!!! #SOMECUTSDONTHEAL
    🩸🤕⚰️🩺🪦🩹🩸
    #HoldThemAccountable #SEIU775

    ¡Vengan todos! ¡Traigan a sus amigos, vecinos, compañeros de trabajo e hijos! Porque sé que todos conocemos a alguien con Medicaid que se verá afectado por estos recortes, ¡por favor, vengan y apoyen!! #ALGUNOSRECORTESNOCURAN
    🩸🤕⚰️🩺🪦🩹🩸
    #HaganQueRindanCuenta #SEIU775

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    June 5, 2025  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    https://zoom.us/j/94107976607?pwd=qZeb9jUuH9e3DwVvukrhqxuwrNTWvv.1

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! Zoom link below, let me know if you need the mobile version. These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

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  • Benton County Executive Board

    Benton County Executive Board

    June 9, 2025  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Meeting details will be provided over email from the Benton County Democrats Chair.

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  • TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

    TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

    June 10, 2025  3:45 PM - 5:45 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:45pm to 5:45PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

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  • Kennewick City Council Workshop

    Kennewick City Council Workshop

    June 10, 2025  6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    June 12, 2025  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    https://zoom.us/j/94107976607?pwd=qZeb9jUuH9e3DwVvukrhqxuwrNTWvv.1

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! Zoom link below, let me know if you need the mobile version. These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

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  • 8th LD Democrats General Meeting - Thursday, June 12th

    8th LD Democrats General Meeting - Thursday, June 12th

    June 12, 2025  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81281540363?pwd=yIVhkstb8G71OA79g8FD4hBUAOJzUI.1#success

    Meeting Details:

    This meeting is for all residents of the 8th Legislative District to attend as their time permits.

    We strongly encourage attendance by our PCOs and anyone who wishes to participate or contribute to the efforts of the 8th LD Democrats, as well as those seeking information on how they can help.

    Our June Meeting will be Zoom only due to constraints at available locations.

    Our July meeting is booked at the Kennewick Library and will also be on Zoom.

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  • Tri-City Democrats Meeting/Potluck

    Tri-City Democrats Meeting/Potluck

    June 13, 2025  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    4501 W Lattin Ct West Richland WA 99353 USA

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  • NO KINGS Tri-Cities WA

    NO KINGS Tri-Cities WA

    June 14, 2025  11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    1321 N Columbia Center Blvd We will be on the sidewalk in front of the mall Kennewick, WA

    In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings. NO KINGS is a national day of action and mass mobilization in response to increasing authoritarian excesses and corruption from Trump and his allies. We’ve watched as they’ve cracked down on free speech, detained people for their political views, threatened to deport American citizens, and defied the courts. They’ve done this all while continuing to serve and enrich their billionaire allies.

    🚨On Saturday, June 14, we’re taking to the streets nationwide. We’re not gathering to feed his ego. We’re building a movement that leaves him behind.🚨
    RSVP at: https://www.mobilize.us/indivisible/event/787085/

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  • No Kings: National Day of Defiance

    No Kings: National Day of Defiance

    June 14, 2025  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    Walla Walla County Superior 315 W Main St Walla Walla, WA 99362

    In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings. NO KINGS is a national day of action and mass mobilization in response to increasing authoritarian excesses and corruption from Trump and his allies. We’ve watched as they’ve cracked down on free speech, detained people for their political views, threatened to deport American citizens, and defied the courts. They’ve done this all while continuing to serve and enrich their billionaire allies.

    🚨On Saturday, June 14, we’re taking to the streets nationwide. We’re not gathering to feed his ego. We’re building a movement that leaves him behind.🚨

    The flag doesn’t belong to Donald Trump. It belongs to us. We’re not watching history happen. We’re making it.

    On June 14th, we’re showing up everywhere he isn’t—to say no thrones, no crowns, no kings. Check out nokings.org for more information.

    A core principle behind all No Kings events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values.

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  • No Kings: National Day of Defiance

    No Kings: National Day of Defiance

    June 14, 2025  2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    John Dam Plaza 815 George Washington Way Richland, WA

    They’ve defied our courts, deported Americans, disappeared people off the streets, attacked our civil rights, and slashed our services. The corruption has gone too. far. No thrones. No crowns. No kings.

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  • TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

    TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

    June 17, 2025  3:45 PM - 5:45 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:45pm to 5:45PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

    See more details

  • Richland City Council

    Richland City Council

    June 17, 2025  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    June 19, 2025  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    https://zoom.us/j/94107976607?pwd=qZeb9jUuH9e3DwVvukrhqxuwrNTWvv.1

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! Zoom link below, let me know if you need the mobile version. These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

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  • Indivisible Tri-Cities Potluck/Strategy Session

    Indivisible Tri-Cities Potluck/Strategy Session

    June 20, 2025  5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    Mid-Columbia Libraries - Kennewick Branch Located in: Highlands Grange Park Address: 1620 S Union St, Kennewick, WA

    What: bring a food item to share, we will be planning for next month and continue our work on community building and education. We hope you can join in.

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  • World Refugee Day Celebration

    World Refugee Day Celebration

    June 20, 2025  6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    BOY AND GIRLS CLUB - KENNEWICK CLUB HOUSE 910 W 7th, Kennewick

    Join B5 in celebration of World Refugee Day on Friday, June 20! This is an evening to learn more about our refugee neighbors, see cultural performances, and enjoy a meal while supplies lasts. The event starts at 6pm and will take place on the Boys & Girls Club lawn.

    See you there!

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  • WA Immigrant Support Network - Latino Pride

    WA Immigrant Support Network - Latino Pride

    June 21, 2025  2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    327 W. Lewis St. Pasco, WA

    WAISN is proud to join the first Latino PRIDE in Tri Cities, Washington! Come celebrate with us on Saturday, June 21, from 2–7 p.m. in Pasco. We’ll be tabling alongside local organizations, sharing resources, and honoring the resilience, joy, and leadership of our queer Latinx communities. Stop by to connect, celebrate, and build power together!

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  • TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

    TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

    June 24, 2025  3:45 PM - 5:45 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:45pm to 5:45PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

    See more details

  • Richland City Council Workshop

    Richland City Council Workshop

    June 24, 2025  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    June 26, 2025  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    https://zoom.us/j/94107976607?pwd=qZeb9jUuH9e3DwVvukrhqxuwrNTWvv.1

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! Zoom link below, let me know if you need the mobile version. These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

    See more details

  • BCDCC General Public Meeting

    BCDCC General Public Meeting

    June 26, 2025  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Richland Public Library, Conference Rms A & B, 955 Northgate Dr, Richland, WA 99352, USA

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