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Move On – July 8, 2025

Posted on July 8, 2025

Dear MoveOn member,

On Friday, Donald Trump signed his Project 2025 billionaire tax cut bill.

All but two House Republicans voted to hand massive giveaways to the ultra wealthy while cutting health care and food assistance for tens of millions of families who will now be forced to suffer through hunger and health crises.

It’s time to make these Republicans regret what they did, especially the ones who lied to their constituents over and over when they said they would never vote to cut Medicaid.

That’s why MoveOn is going all-in to flip the House blue in 2026 and ensure these vulnerable House Republicans lose their seats.

We simply cannot let them get away with this betrayal.

Our plan is simple and direct: expose how these politicians sold out their constituents, build relentless grassroots pressure in their districts, and flip these seats in the midterms.

Your donation right now isn’t just money—it’s your act of resistance against this cruelty. Will you donate $5 a month to help with our campaign?

Yes, I’ll chip in $5 a month. 

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

Senator Bernie Sanders called the bill “the most dangerous piece of legislation in the modern history of our country.”1

Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez called the bill “a deal with the devil” and noted it is the “greatest loss of health care in American history.”2

Many of these Republicans represent swing congressional districts, including districts that voted for Kamala Harris in 2024, and are on the record saying that they would NEVER cut Medicaid. These Republican politicians lied to their constituents—period. They chose Trump and their billionaire donors over the very people who elected them, and we need to show the American public just how dishonest they are.

But we have a huge, huge problem. In a recent poll, 48% of Americans polled said they hadn’t heard anything about the bill.3 And only 8% of all Americans name Medicaid cuts as a detail of the bill they have heard about.4

In other words, half of the country has never even heard of the most dangerous legislation in modern American history, and fewer than 1 in 10 Americans are aware Trump just signed a bill that would cut health care for tens of millions of people.

Kendall, that’s where MoveOn comes in. It is up to us to directly communicate the horrors of this legislation to voters between now and November 2026—repeatedly and in clear and stark terms.

We must hammer the Republicans for their despicable votes every single day, over and over and over again—on TV, on social media, on billboards, on the ground and in their districts, and every other way we can—until the message sticks.

Every dollar you give will power our effort to do just that. While we finalize our plans and our budget for this campaign, we are exploring every option we have to communicate with voters in critical districts through tactics such as these:

  • Hard-hitting billboards exposing representatives who betrayed their districts
  • On-the-ground organizing to ensure voters know the truth
  • Targeted and data-backed television ads that cut through the noise
  • And so much more

These Republicans who voted for this bill are betting our outrage will fade. They’re counting on us forgetting by election time.

We cannot allow that to happen.Your contribution today ensures these Republican politicians face real consequences for choosing billionaires over their own communities. This is how we fight back—together, with determination, and with the resources to make our voices impossible to ignore.

Please, start a monthly $5 donation today to power this effort. Your donation is a powerful form of activism and an important investment in fighting back against the MAGA Project 2025 agenda.

Yes, I’ll chip in $5 a month. 

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

Thanks for all you do.

–Joel B., Julia, Mohammad, Nakia, and the rest of the team

Sources:

1. “PREPARED REMARKS: Sanders on the Worst Bill in Modern U.S. History,” Senator Bernie Sanders, June 29, 2025
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/press-releases/prepared-remarks-sanders-on-the-worst-bill-in-modern-u-s-history/

2. “Ocasio-Cortez Gives Floor Remarks Opposing Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill,” Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, July 2, 2025
https://ocasio-cortez.house.gov/media/press-releases/ocasio-cortez-gives-floor-remarks-opposing-trumps-big-beautiful-bill

3. “New polling highlights media challenges for Dems around GOP budget bill,” Priorities, June 30, 2025
https://priorities.org/news-and-press/media-challenges-for-dems-gop-budget-bill/

4. Ibid.

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?

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Or make a one-time gift

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.


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Party Calendar

March 2026

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  • Posters for Progress!

    Posters for Progress!

    March 2, 2026  6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    Hermiston First United Methodist Church 191 E Gladys Ave Hermiston, OR 97838

    Join local community organizers for Signs of Progress — a relaxed evening of creativity, connection, and collective action!
    There will be sign making, postcard writing, and conversation about the issues that matter most to us. Whether you’re passionate about local causes or just love good company and community spirit, there’s a place for you at the table.

    See more details

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    March 3, 2026  3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

    See more details

  • 8th Legislative District Democrats: General Meeting - ZOOM

    8th Legislative District Democrats: General Meeting - ZOOM

    March 3, 2026  5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
    https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82355557815

    we are looking to host our next meeting for the LD8 Democratic committee "Online Only" to make things easier for all those involved.

    We would love for everyone who has the time to attend and give us feedback and add to the input for what is next.

    We have been dark for a little bit and want to change that, and that means we need folks like you.

    We are Looking to meet up on Tuesday, March 6 at 5:30 p.m. Please click this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82355557815

    Hope to see you there!

    See more details

  • Richland City Council

    Richland City Council

    March 3, 2026  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    See more details

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  • Whistle Wednesdays - Pasco

    Whistle Wednesdays - Pasco

    March 4, 2026  2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Pasco Library 1320 W. Hopkins St. Pasco, WA

    Join together and help to put together whistle kits to be handed out in the community. We would love to see you there!

    See more details

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    March 5, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter.

    This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter.

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

    See more details

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  • Community Whistle Packaging & Training

    Community Whistle Packaging & Training

    March 6, 2026  10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Richland Public Library, 955 Northgate Dr, Richland, WA

    Join our Indivisible Tri-Cities book and knitting club every month at the Richland Public Library for a warm and lively meetup. All readers and crafters are welcome!

    📖Book choices include both fiction and nonfiction that are relevant to our goals of creating a just, inclusive, and equitable society for all. You do not have to read this month's book to join our meetup.

    🧶Bring a craft to work on while we chat, or learn a new one from one of our members. You do not have to be a crafter to join our gathering.

    👀There's no need to RSVP for a Stitch & Story Circle. This posting will be updated to indicate the exact day of the meetup and chosen book as soon as it's selected, so stay tuned!

    📫To learn more, please email us at: education.indivisibletricities@gmail.com.

    See more details

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  • No One Is Above the Law: Monthly Hermiston Visibility Rally

    No One Is Above the Law: Monthly Hermiston Visibility Rally

    March 7, 2026  11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    East Highland Avenue & South Highway 395 Hermiston, OR 97838

    Join local community members in Hermiston for our No One Is Above the Law visibility action!
    On the first Saturday of each month join folks in fighting for accountability, democracy, and justice — reminding our neighbors that the rule of law applies to everyone.

    Bring your signs, your voice, and your energy for an hour of peaceful sign-waving and community visibility.
    📅 When: 1st Saturday of every month at 11:00 AM | 📍 Where: Corner of Hwy 395 & Highland (by Safeway), Hermiston, OR

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  • Posters for Progress!

    Posters for Progress!

    March 9, 2026  6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    Hermiston First United Methodist Church 191 E Gladys Ave Hermiston, OR 97838

    Join local community organizers for Signs of Progress — a relaxed evening of creativity, connection, and collective action!
    There will be sign making, postcard writing, and conversation about the issues that matter most to us. Whether you’re passionate about local causes or just love good company and community spirit, there’s a place for you at the table.

    See more details

  • Benton County Executive Board

    Benton County Executive Board

    March 9, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Meeting details will be provided over email from the Benton County Democrats Chair.

    See more details

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    March 10, 2026  3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

    See more details

  • Kennewick City Council Workshop

    Kennewick City Council Workshop

    March 10, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

    See more details

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  • Whistle Wednesdays - Kennewick

    Whistle Wednesdays - Kennewick

    March 11, 2026  2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Mid-Columbia Library - Union Street 1620 S. Union Street Kennewick, WA 99338

    Join together and help to put together whistle kits to be handed out in the community. We would love to see you there!

    See more details

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    March 12, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter.

    This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter.

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

    See more details

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  • Community Whistle Packaging & Training

    Community Whistle Packaging & Training

    March 13, 2026  10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Richland Public Library, 955 Northgate Dr, Richland, WA

    Join our Indivisible Tri-Cities book and knitting club every month at the Richland Public Library for a warm and lively meetup. All readers and crafters are welcome!

    📖Book choices include both fiction and nonfiction that are relevant to our goals of creating a just, inclusive, and equitable society for all. You do not have to read this month's book to join our meetup.

    🧶Bring a craft to work on while we chat, or learn a new one from one of our members. You do not have to be a crafter to join our gathering.

    👀There's no need to RSVP for a Stitch & Story Circle. This posting will be updated to indicate the exact day of the meetup and chosen book as soon as it's selected, so stay tuned!

    📫To learn more, please email us at: education.indivisibletricities@gmail.com.

    See more details

•
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  • Stitch & Story Circle

    Stitch & Story Circle

    March 14, 2026  1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    Richland Public Library, 955 Northgate Dr, Richland, WA

    Join our Indivisible Tri-Cities book and knitting club every month at the Richland Public Library for a warm and lively meetup. All readers and crafters are welcome!

    📖Book choices include both fiction and nonfiction that are relevant to our goals of creating a just, inclusive, and equitable society for all. You do not have to read this month's book to join our meetup.

    🧶Bring a craft to work on while we chat, or learn a new one from one of our members. You do not have to be a crafter to join our gathering.

    👀There's no need to RSVP for a Stitch & Story Circle. This posting will be updated to indicate the exact day of the meetup and chosen book as soon as it's selected, so stay tuned!

    📫To learn more, please email us at: education.indivisibletricities@gmail.com.

    See more details

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    March 17, 2026  3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

    See more details

  • Richland City Council

    Richland City Council

    March 17, 2026  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    See more details

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  • Whistle Wednesdays - Pasco

    Whistle Wednesdays - Pasco

    March 18, 2026  2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Pasco Library 1320 W. Hopkins St. Pasco, WA

    Join together and help to put together whistle kits to be handed out in the community. We would love to see you there!

    See more details

•
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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    March 19, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter.

    This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter.

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

    See more details

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    March 24, 2026  3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

    See more details

  • Richland City Council Workshop

    Richland City Council Workshop

    March 24, 2026  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    See more details

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  • Whistle Wednesdays - Kennewick

    Whistle Wednesdays - Kennewick

    March 25, 2026  2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Mid-Columbia Library - Union Street 1620 S. Union Street Kennewick, WA 99338

    Join together and help to put together whistle kits to be handed out in the community. We would love to see you there!

    See more details

•
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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    March 26, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter.

    This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter.

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

    See more details

  • BCDCC General Public Meeting

    BCDCC General Public Meeting

    March 26, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Meeting details will be provided over email from the Benton County Democrats Chair.

    Zoom Link

    See more details

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  • Community Whistle Packaging & Training

    Community Whistle Packaging & Training

    March 27, 2026  10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Richland Public Library, 955 Northgate Dr, Richland, WA

    Join our Indivisible Tri-Cities book and knitting club every month at the Richland Public Library for a warm and lively meetup. All readers and crafters are welcome!

    📖Book choices include both fiction and nonfiction that are relevant to our goals of creating a just, inclusive, and equitable society for all. You do not have to read this month's book to join our meetup.

    🧶Bring a craft to work on while we chat, or learn a new one from one of our members. You do not have to be a crafter to join our gathering.

    👀There's no need to RSVP for a Stitch & Story Circle. This posting will be updated to indicate the exact day of the meetup and chosen book as soon as it's selected, so stay tuned!

    📫To learn more, please email us at: education.indivisibletricities@gmail.com.

    See more details

•
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  • NO KINGS Tri-Cities WA

    NO KINGS Tri-Cities WA

    March 28, 2026  11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    Columbia Center 1321 N Columbia Center Blvd Kennewick, WA 99336

    We have the power and are claiming it together. No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings.

    What began in 2025 as a single day of defiance has become a sustained national resistance to tyranny, spreading from small towns to city centers and across every community determined to defend democracy. Our peaceful movement is bigger than ever.

    When our families are under attack and costs are pushing people to the brink, silence is not an option. We will defend ourselves and our communities against this administration’s unjust and cruel acts of violence.

    On March 28th, rise up, take to the streets, and say it loud: no thrones, no crowns, no kings. We’re not watching history happen—we’re making it. Join us

    See more details

  • NO KINGS Hermiston

    NO KINGS Hermiston

    March 28, 2026  12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/905695/ East Highland Avenue & South Highway 395 Hermiston, OR 97838

    We have the power and are claiming it together. No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings.

    What began in 2025 as a single day of defiance has become a sustained national resistance to tyranny, spreading from small towns to city centers and across every community determined to defend democracy. Our peaceful movement is bigger than ever.

    When our families are under attack and costs are pushing people to the brink, silence is not an option. We will defend ourselves and our communities against this administration’s unjust and cruel acts of violence.

    On March 28th, rise up, take to the streets, and say it loud: no thrones, no crowns, no kings. We’re not watching history happen—we’re making it. Join us.

    See more details

  • NO KINGS Walla Walla

    NO KINGS Walla Walla

    March 28, 2026  12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/905830/ Walla Walla County Superior 315 W Main St Walla Walla, WA 99362

    We have the power and are claiming it together. No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings.

    What began in 2025 as a single day of defiance has become a sustained national resistance to tyranny, spreading from small towns to city centers and across every community determined to defend democracy. Our peaceful movement is bigger than ever.

    When our families are under attack and costs are pushing people to the brink, silence is not an option. We will defend ourselves and our communities against this administration’s unjust and cruel acts of violence.

    On March 28th, rise up, take to the streets, and say it loud: no thrones, no crowns, no kings. We’re not watching history happen—we’re making it. Join us.

    See more details

  • NO KINGS ZILLAH

    NO KINGS ZILLAH

    March 28, 2026  3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
    1st Avenue and Vintage Valley Parkway 1st Ave at Burger King Zillah, WA 98953

    WE THE PEOPLE are going to stand for The Constitution on 1st Ave in Zillah. This is Zillah’s busiest intersection, just off Exit 52. Bring flags and signs or come empty handed, we will have extras! Come for ten minutes or two hours, but come. If you drive by, honk, and not a timid beep. Lay on that horn for 5-30 seconds, let people know you are a true patriot! The tide is turning, most folks wave and honk. Don’t be intimidated by the 1% who give a thumbs down and the fewer that shout opposition and give the Middle Finger Fascist Salute. Give them ✌🏼✌🏽and 🫶🏼! We have the power and are claiming it together. No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings.**

    What began in 2025 as a single day of defiance has become a sustained national resistance to tyranny, spreading from small towns to city centers and across every community determined to defend democracy. Our peaceful movement is bigger than ever.

    When our families are under attack and costs are pushing people to the brink, silence is not an option. We will defend ourselves and our communities against this administration’s unjust and cruel acts of violence.

    On March 28th, rise up, take to the streets, and say it loud: no thrones, no crowns, no kings. We’re not watching history happen—we’re making it. Join us.

    See more details

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    March 31, 2026  3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

    See more details

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