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Three to Get Ready for
April 25, 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. The GOP’s attempt to fund ICE without reforms via the reconciliation process has moved back to the House. (Here’s an explainer on this confounding process.)

  2. A panel of immigration judges has made it easier to  deport DACA recipients and the Justice Department is ramping up denaturalization proceedings against hundreds of citizens.

  3. Firing squads are back, I guess.

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. An appeals court rejected the administration’s declaration of an “invasion” at the U.S.-Mexico border, potentially re-opening a path for asylum-seekers.

  2. Congressional appropriators aren’t supporting the administration’s latest attempt to defund libraries.

  3. Veterans protested the Iran war at the Capitol this week, resulting in arrests and viral videos.

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. It’s time to sign the May Day pledge. Can you commit to no shopping on May 1? No work? No school? An action?

  2. Americans of Conscience issues a list of ten actions and good news every two weeks. Sign up for email delivery.

  3. Sign up for this May 11 webinar and learn how to engage young voters.

Past Issues

Children in Kenya are protesting U.S. health policy, and honestly, I can't blame them.
Don't be distracted by cage fights. Keep your eye on science, voting rights, and what you can do today.
Even RETIRED judges have had it with this administration and are getting back into the act. Welcome back, your honors.
Don't give up on the redistricting fight just yet! Plus, one-minute inspiration for when you need a boost!
Really good news from Capitol Hill and the courts HAS ME TYPING IN ALL CAPS!
Slush fund opposition coming from every direction! Love to see it.

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