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Three to Get Ready for
March 9, 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. Oil prices are soaring as a result of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, while Iran has chosen a new supreme leader “unacceptable” to the United States and Israel.

  2. Multiple news sources are now reporting that it appears it was a U.S. cruise missile that struck a girls school in Iran, killing 175 students and staff.

  3. According to a New York Times analysis, nearly 20 percent of 2024 campaign contributions were made by billionaires.

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 federal judge has ruled that Kari Lake unlawfully served as head of the U.S. Agency for Global Media, nullifying mass layoffs at the Voice of America. Another judge disqualified three Justice Department officials from sharing authority for federal prosecutions in New Jersey, threatening to dismiss pending cases. Finally, Dr. Vinay Prasad will leave the FDA‘s vaccines and biologics division next month. Again.

  2. In a suit joined by 24 states, a federal judge ordered FEMA to restore billions in funding that had been withheld by the administration. Again.

  3. A group of Senate Democrats is demanding hearings on the military conflict with Iran, threatening to halt all Senate business by forcing debate and votes on a series of War Powers Act resolutions, five of which have already been filed.

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. Get ready for the next No Kings Day on March 28. Find an event. Find a friend. Make a plan to safely and peaceably participate.

  2. If you’re concerned about the midterms, do something! SwingLeft can help you focus your donations, calls, and other efforts on strategic districts.

  3. To support redistricting efforts in Virginia, check out these opportunities to donate, phonebank, postcard, and canvass.

Past Issues

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