If you have a few minutes, you can join the fight against autocracy. Isn't that amazing?

Profanity warning for today's newsletter: Tom Homan says we ain't seen bleep and John Oliver is bleeping bleeped.

Take a deep breath after a tough week and look what YOU CAN DO!

Let's look at some folks raising protest to an art form.

We're in a war. Yes, in Iran, but also a war of words.

May Day, May Day!

Very bad news for voting rights today, but the good news is that pro-democracy organizers already exist and they are right on top of it.

A tough day for science, but former astronauts have our back. Thank you, former astronauts!

If veterans can risk arrest at the U.S. Capitol, I think you can sign an online pledge not to shop on May 1. C'MON, people!

The latest on redistricting and an opportunity to speak up for trans and non-binary representation. Plus, great news on communicable diseases (if you are one).

Corruption like we've never seen before. But isn't it great that Elizabeth Warren exists?

Bipartisan activity in the U.S. House of Representatives! Huzzah! And look! States are stating! (Maybe just skip the bad news if you need a win for the week.)

Happy Tax Day! Let your representatives and social media network know how you WISH your money would be spent.

If you've been waiting for a local sheriff somewhere to look at ICE agents for kidnapping, I've got some good news for you.

Today's actions: Oppose ICE warehouses, support the Forest Service, and ask candidates about issues impacting women and girls.

Deep breaths. Here's everything you need to get through today, in just 10 sentences.

If you're starting the week feeling helpless, rest assured that our "little" emails, calls, and actions add up to something big. Let's see what we can do to move the needle this week.

Memos, firings, and tariffs. Again. Feels like a sad clip show near the end of the run. Let's gear up for a new season!

Case by case, our fellow citizens are fighting for the rule of law. Are you supporting the organizations in their corner?

Opposition is growing, in the streets, courts, and even in congress. Let's keep it up!

Forgive me, readers, for this momentary lapse of pettiness. In my defense, it's all true.

Bad news getting you down? Focus on ushering in change with the midterms! Here are some great questions to ask candidates. Plus, opportunities for connecting with voters in other states.

All you need is a piece of chalk and a dry-ish forecast to promote democracy and encourage your fellow humans. How great is that?

Look what people can do! Get inspired and try a democracy quickie to start your weekend right.