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April 14, 2026

Three things you should know about the U.S. government.
Three reasons to believe things can get better.
Three things you can do to help.
Three times a week.
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Bad News First

The news can be overwhelming, but it can also inform, inspire, and focus our engagement. Let’s gird our loins and take a quick peek.

  1. That latest round of peace talks between the U.S. and Iran failed.

  2. The president, who has already issued a stunning number of pardons this term, suggested he will issue mass pardons before he leaves office.

  3. Under pressure to deport more immigrants, immigration judges “who are seen as insufficiently deferential” to administration policy are being fired or forced out.

But Here's the
Good News!

Encouraging developments don’t always make the headlines, But good news can provide us with hope and momentum, so let's take heart!

  1. A judge has dismissed the president’s defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal for reporting on birthday correspondence to Jeffrey Epstein.

  2. The administration agreed to resume flying a rainbow flag at the Stonewall National Monument in NYC, reversing course to settle a lawsuit brought by advocacy and historic preservation groups.

  3. A Minnesota county attorney and sheriff will investigate whether ICE officers kidnapped and falsely imprisoned an American citizen.

And Here's What You Can Do!

Even small efforts have the potential to ripple out in ways we don’t expect. Plus, doing good is good for you. Give it a try and see!

  1. Attend an April 21 webinar on how state legislators are targeting and reshaping public schools

  2. Join a week long campaign of mostly online activities to De-ICE Citizen’s Bank, from April 15-21.

  3. Watch a short video to learn what five freedoms the First Amendment protects.

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