Three to Get Ready for April 8, 2026

Bad News First

The news can be disheartening, but it can also be...disheartening. Let’s boil it down and take a quick peek.

1. We’ve reached the point where it’s a huge relief that the U.S. did not arbitrarily bomb a civilization out of existence after all.
2. The vice president visited Hungary to decry foreign interference in elections and also to endorse the Hungarian prime minister.
3. If you were hoping the acting Attorney General would be an improvement, I’ve got some bad news.

But Here’s the Good News

The good news is often overshadowed, but trust me, it's there. Let's cheer it on. Go, good news! Go!

1. Democrats have introduced articles of impeachment and nearly 100 lawmakers have called for the 25th amendment to be invoked.
2. Look at all this good climate news from Earth Justice!
3. After a court ruled that the administration cannot eliminate the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the administration dropped its appeal.

And Here’s What You Can Do

I know. It's a lot. But you'll feel better if you do a little something.

1. Thank your reps on the hill for supporting impeachment or invoking the 25th Amendment. Or ask them to get on board. 5 calls makes it easy.
2. If all the holy war talk gives you the ick, check out the work of Americans United for Separation of Church and State or American Atheists.
3. Help an overwhelmed friend get engaged (and recruit a new democracy buddy) by recommending 3 to Get Ready on Instagram or Facebook.