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Join us today, June 14, as The Progressive launches #FightBackPressForward—a pivotal day of fundraising and action to defend a free press and protect independent, truth-driven journalism.

The stakes are historic. With the National Guard and U.S. Marines deployed in Los Angeles and protests erupting across the country, we’re witnessing a dangerous consolidation of power. Donald Trump is tightening his grip—silencing dissent, weaponizing the legal system, inciting violence, and tearing down democratic norms.

This is not hypothetical. This is happening. And journalism may be one of the last lines of defense.

We need independent media now more than ever—to uncover the truth, confront lies, and empower the public with the facts needed to resist authoritarianism. In an era of book bans, election denial, and coordinated disinformation, a free and fearless press isn’t optional—it’s essential.

That’s why we’re asking you to stand with us today.

June 14, 2025, is more than a date on the calendar. It’s a battle between two visions for America:
* One grounded in justice, transparency, and people-powered democracy, championed by our founder, Fighting Bob La Follette.
* The other, rooted in fear, lies, and authoritarian control, embodied by Donald Trump.

This is not a birthday celebration. This is a call to resist.

Let today be the moment we said: Enough.
The moment we stood up for journalism, that won’t be silenced.
The moment we fought back and pressed forward.

We need your support. Donate today—and throughout June—to help us build a media that can’t be bought, bullied, or broken. Together, we can rain on Trump’s parade and defend democracy when it matters most.

Join us. Fight back. Press forward.
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The Crisis We Face

Right now, we are witnessing:
* An erosion of public trust through coordinated disinformation campaigns.
* The rise of book bans, censorship, and attacks on truth-telling in education.
* Ongoing assaults on journalists, newsrooms, and the institutions designed to hold power to account.

This is a dangerous moment—but it’s also a defining one.
Will we allow truth to be silenced? Or shall we stand together and fight back?

How You Can Help
* Donate — Make a contribution today through June 14 to help fund fearless, independent journalism. Every dollar strengthens our newsroom and our reach.
* Amplify — Share this campaign using the hashtag #FightBackPressForward ([link removed]) . ([link removed]) Help us cut through the noise and mobilize others who care about democracy.
* Commit — Stand with us not just on June 14, but in the days beyond. This is not a one-time campaign—it is part of a movement to protect the public’s right to know. Democracy Requires Struggle. Truth Requires Support.

Let’s rise to this moment. Let’s honor La Follette’s legacy by pressing forward, not backing down. Let's rain on Trump’s parade with the one thing authoritarianism fears most: an informed, engaged, and empowered public.

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