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Make a two-minute phone call to your U.S. Representative and your U.S. Senators and urge them to take specific action on a timely issue. We provide scripts to make it easy. Just select one of the Actions below to get started.
Why is this so important? Our phone calls fire up our Members of Congress, stiffen their spines, and push them to fight harder. We let them know that we're paying attention – and we have their back when they go out on a limb. Make sure to call your own U.S. Representative and both Senators – they are the ones who represent you!
FRIDAY RECAP: September 16, 2022
Every week, the likelihood that Democrats will retain control of Congress looks more and more possible. Gas prices continue to decline, the possible strike by rail unions has been averted, more and more jobs are being created. Americans are very upset by the Supreme Court’s rulings, especially its reversal of women’s right to control their reproductive health, and are beginning to understand the enormous threat to democracy posed by MAGA Republicans. Between now and November, we must do our utmost to ensure that Americans turn out to vote in the upcoming midterm election, but, while finding out how to get involved, don’t forget to also call your Members of Congress about the topics we highlighted this week.
Americans Want Marriage Equality: Pass The Respect for Marriage Act
The vast majority of Americans support marriage equality. The codification of marriage equality protections as the law of the land is within our reach. We passed The Respect for Marriage Act in the House with bipartisan support. Now let’s rally 60 votes in the Senate.
MAGA JUDGES ARE DESTROYING OUR FEDERAL JUDICIAL SYSTEM
The federal judiciary has been hijacked by MAGA judges and needs thoroughgoing reforms. That judge-shopping has become so easy is a manifestation of the system’s dysfunction. To restore some legitimacy to the lower federal courts requires substantially increasing the number of judgeships to relieve overcrowded dockets and curtail judge-shopping and amending the law to require random case assignment in all judicial districts.
BIDEN PREPARES FOR OUR BLISTERING FUTURE
We are 50 years beyond the warnings of scientists. The delay’s impact can be seen and felt worldwide, threatening lives, food supplies, power generation and much more. This isn’t the time to buy the lies of Republicans. It’s 50 years beyond the time to act. We have a responsibility to protect the future, as much as we can, for the children who are following us.
FRIDAY RECAP: September 9, 2022
Every week, the forecast for Democrats looks brighter. Well, actually, the forecast for the other side is shaping up to be a disaster. The Trump selected candidates are busy scrubbing their websites to erase their opposition to abortion and otherwise appear as if they are normal people. Ha! We know who you are. Part of a gang of anti-democratic mobsters, threatening the opposition and waving \ guns. They’ve taken off their hoods and that’s leaving voters with clear choices: Preserve democracy or replace it with government by and for the dangerous, self-righteous, greedy, single-minded bozos who want to set the rules for themselves, and to hell with the rest of Americans.
BIDEN PREPARES FOR OUR BLISTERING FUTUREad
The ongoing war in the Ukraine, once again, highlights Trump’s support for an authoritarian regime, be they in Russia, North Korea, or Brazil. Meanwhile, President Biden has been a vigorous defender of democracy at home or abroad.
NO SURPRISE, TRUMP FINDS HIS JUDGE
The ongoing war in the Ukraine, once again, highlights Trump’s support for an authoritarian regime, be they in Russia, North Korea, or Brazil. Meanwhile, President Biden has been a vigorous defender of democracy at home or abroad.
PRESIDENT BIDEN’S FIGHT FOR DEMOCRACY
Voting and helping others vote is the job ahead of us, all of us. We’ve heard time and again that each upcoming election is the most important. This one, however, deserves that title. As President Biden said last week: “For a long time, we’ve told ourselves that American democracy is guaranteed, but it’s not . . . We have to defend it, protect it, stand up for it - each and every one of us.” That starts today, right now.
FRIDAY RECAP: September 2, 2022
Every week, the forecast for Democrats looks brighter. Well, actually, the forecast for the other side is shaping up to be a disaster. The Trump selected candidates are busy scrubbing their websites to erase their opposition to abortion and otherwise appear as if they are normal people. Ha! We know who you are. Part of a gang of anti-democratic mobsters, threatening the opposition and waving \ guns. They’ve taken off their hoods and that’s leaving voters with clear choices: Preserve democracy or replace it with government by and for the dangerous, self-righteous, greedy, single-minded bozos who want to set the rules for themselves, and to hell with the rest of Americans.
Biden Must Protect Dreamers from Legal Limbo Despite GOP Pushback
An August federal regulation on DACA creates no permanent legal status for those enrolled in the program nor expands eligibility for the 1+ million young people waiting to enroll. DACA remains in legal limbo. Passing legislation permanently protecting all Dreamers must become a top priority.
TRUMP’S POSTMASTER GENERAL DEJOY MUST GO
President Biden has promised to cut greenhouse gas emissions in half by 2030, which requires electrifying the government’s vehicle fleet. Since 1/3 of them are USPS trucks, Postmaster DeJoy’s award of a contract replacing its 30-year-old fleet largely with gas guzzling trucks cannot be allowed to move forward. Neither can DeJoy’s continuing privatization plans. Biden must nominate two Commissioners committed to replacing DeJoy.
This election’s clear choices
Democrats are working for all Americans. Republicans are tearing the country apart, setting groups against one another, for the benefit of the rich. This is no hyperbole; the choice you make will determine the future of the country.
FRIDAY RECAP: September 2, 2022
Against all political wisdom, Democrats running across the country in primaries and other elections have simply outperformed. Not all won, but all beat the president’s 2020 numbers up to 9%. This unforeseen upsurge of power is likely driven by abortion and the Supreme Court’s horrendous recent ruling. But abortion is only the first wake-up alarm. MAGA Republicans, the people driving the party, do not care about equal rights, civil rights, or even human rights. Starting today, we have our best shot at saving our democracy. So write some postcards, ring doorbells, meet your neighbors, and, oh yeah, save America! Please check out our Daily Actions here…
Two Presidents fight for Democracy
The ongoing war in Ukraine, once again, highlights Trump's support for authoritarian regimes, be they in Russia, North Korea, or Brazil, while President Biden has been a vigorous defender of democracy at home or abroad.
REMARKABLY, GOOD GOVERNANCE WORKS
In normal times, when people are not constantly lied to or threatened, we would be sure the President was on an unstoppable roll from here to election day. But the MAGA megaphone has obscured the remarkable success our government is now enjoying at a time that is, even by historical standards, challenging.
Why call your Members of Congress
Members of Congress have told us repeatedly that our calls matter. When they meet with their colleagues in Congress, they say "I'm getting swamped with calls about this illegal power grab. We need to take action."
If you're represented by Democrats: They are our best defense in Washington DC. They can throw sand in the gears of the Trump regime by using tools such as parliamentary procedures. And they have the power to call attention to particular issues via press, social media, special events. In short: our elected officials have power, and we must push them to wield it.
If you're represented by Republicans: Our calls let them know just how unpopular their actions are. We make them nervous, even if they don't show it. We make it hard for them to take actions that hurt Americans.
Calling tips
State your name, your zip code or neighborhood, and why you're calling
Stick to one issue per call
Don't worry about getting pulled into a debate -- the staffer will simply document your message.
Be respectful. The person on the other end of the line is likely a staffer who handles numerous calls daily. Being polite makes your message more likely to be heard and taken seriously.
Use personal stories when possible. When you share how an issue affects you personally, or why it matters to you, your message is more likely to resonate and be remembered.