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. Armed ICE agents are being deployed to U.S. airports, for reasons difficult to explain.

  2. The administration has lifted sanctions on millions of barrels of Iranian oil, to the benefit of Iran, during a U.S. war with Iran.

  3. Bypassing congress by declaring another emergency, the administration is poised to sell $23 billion in weapons to Middle Eastern allies under attack by Iran.

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 Defense Department policy limiting Pentagon press credentials in an effort to deter unfavorable coverage is unconstitutional, a federal judge has ruled.

  2. In dozens of cases over the past few weeks, the Department of Justice has given up on defending lawsuits brought by immigrants in detention. (Not normal, by the way.)

  3. A federal appeals court agreed with a lower court’s dismissal of claims that one million-plus Arizona voters should be purged from the state’s rolls.

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. Take a look at these two Iran war spending trackers and see what the money could have done for Americans instead. Tell a friend or share online.

  2. Combat rampant disinformation about the SAVE America Act by sharing a post from the DemCast toolkit.

  3. Grab some sidewalk chalk to encourage others and support democracy. Follow this instagram for inspiration and ideas.

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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