This week’s warning. And a thank you.

Friends,

I’m so grateful for the outpouring of support for Assembly Notes by Stacey Abrams. What began as a space to reflect and strategize has grown into a community of thinkers, organizers, and truth-tellers.

This week, I wrote about the protests in Los Angeles and the dangerous power grab we witnessed from Donald Trump. These moments aren’t isolated—they’re warnings. I hope you’ll take a few minutes to read the piece and share it with anyone who needs a reminder that democracy demands our attention, our clarity, and our action.

Since launching, I’ve had the chance to sit down for some meaningful conversations. We’ve unpacked voter suppression, the GOP’s terrible, no-good tax bill, and the power of storytelling to shape change. If you missed any of them, I’ve included the full list below so you can catch up and share them with your community.

I joined V Spehar from Under the Desk News to talk about organizing in purple states, my podcast Assembly Required, and why local elections shape national outcomes. We covered everything from Medicaid expansion and AI in healthcare to how we engage men in the fight for progress. At every level, democracy must deliver—and that means staying informed, creative, and in the fight.

I sat down with Katie Phang for a powerful conversation about how each of us can stand up for democracy—especially now, when the stakes are so high.

I chatted with Rick Wilson from Lincoln Square Media about how AI, technology, and storytelling can help us tackle today’s toughest challenges. We discussed the risks to our Constitution—from the rise of tyranny to the urgent need for local solutions like Medicaid expansion. At the heart of it all was this: connecting policy to people and rebuilding a coalition that delivers.

I joined Civil Discourse with Joyce Vance , where we had a candid conversation about the urgent threats to our democracy—and the work ahead. We also talked about why I launched Assembly Notes and how we can use this moment to drive clarity and action.

I talked with Jim Acosta about the political fallout from Elon Musk and Donald Trump’s alliance—and what it means for our democracy. We talked about the importance of connecting policies like Medicaid expansion and voting rights to everyday lives, and why holding powerful figures accountable is essential. I also gave a preview of my upcoming book, Coded Justice, which explores how AI is transforming healthcare and the fight for justice.

Every subscriber helps grow this community. If you’re already part of it—thank you. And if you’re not, I hope you’ll join us. We’re just getting started.

—Stacey