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March 13, 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 president acknowledged reports that Russia is assisting Iran, but nonetheless temporarily lifted sanctions on Russian oil.

  2. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said we don’t need to worry about the Strait of Hormuz, dedicating much of his press conference on the war in Iran to …well…his treatment by the press. See for yourself.

  3. Robert Hubbell links to reports indicating that terror attacks inspired by the Iran conflict have begun to reach the United States, where anti-Islamic rhetoric is also on the rise.

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. The president’s insistence that congressional Republicans find a way to pass the SAVE America Act, rather than a landmark housing bill with bipartisan support, is causing tension between the White House and GOP leadership.

  2. Democrats have introduced legislation that would require congressional approval for war in Cuba.

  3. A court has ordered construction of a new ICE detention facility in Maryland to be paused, pending environmental review.

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. Support legislation or even a constitutional amendment aimed at reducing corporate money in politics.

  2. Add We the People: A History of the U.S. Constitution to your reading list.

  3. Check out Vote Save America’s Project 218 strategy for the midterms and see what you can do to help.

Past Issues

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.
Good news if you don't love infectious disease or financial fraud. Less than good news if you're expecting a coherent Middle East energy policy. But look! Exciting new candidates!
Corruption and media criticism continue, but guess what? Media and judicial independence are still a thing. Let's act to keep it that way.

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