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Three to Get Ready for
September 4, 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 Brennan Center for Justice has issued a report on the impact of threats against judges. TL;DR It’s not good.

  2. The United Nations has issued a report on its goal to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. TL;DR It’s too late.

  3. The Internal Revenue Service released a report on tax enforcement following staff cuts. TL;DR Less revenue collected.

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 temporarily blocked an administration effort to prohibit California from enacting its own standards for car emissions.

  2. The Missouri Supreme Court blocked Republican-backed redistricting for the midterms, ordering a statewide vote.

  3. The Maryland Supreme Court ruled that a redistricting referendum favored by Democrats must be included on midterm ballots.

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. If you have questions about voting, Power the Polls has answers.

  2. Celebrate Labor Day with a worker solidarity playlist or two.

  3. Celebrate America’s 250th birthday by visiting the 3 to Get Ready Action Library and doing one of the totally do-able 250 good deeds for democracy .

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