Amanda Ford, Director Democracy for America · [email protected]

December 4, 2024 at 10:35 PM

Block Hegseth, protect national security

Pete Hegseth’s record speaks volumes: unfit, unqualified, and embroiled in controversy. Let’s stop this dangerous nomination. John, The Department of Defense must uphold values that transcend partisanship: accountability, equity, and integrity. Pete Hegseth’s nomination as Defens…

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  DFA AF Team · [email protected]

December 2, 2024 at 10:27 PM

Climate action needs strong consumer protection!

Demand that federal agencies prioritize consumer protection and fair access to affordable green loans as part of the fight against climate change. Dear John For too many Americans, signing up for a green loan to install solar panels or upgrade your home’s energy efficiency, com…

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November 30, 2024 at 6:27 PM

Stop corporate greed: Confirm Lauren McFerran now!

Corporate greed is running rampant, threatening workers' rights and union protections. It’s up to the Senate to confirm Lauren McFerran and stop anti-worker forces in their tracks. John, Big corporations are on the attack, doing everything they can to dismantle workers’ rights. C…

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November 29, 2024 at 9:56 PM

Dr Oz wants Medicare Advantage to take advantage of All Americans

Trump’s incoming administration has Social Security and Medicare in its sights Dear John, Incoming President Trump has vowed not to touch Social Security and Medicare, as he instructs Ramaswamy and Musk to cut 2 trillion dollars from the budget. Trump cannot be believed even for…

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November 27, 2024 at 11:21 PM

Save nonprofits from political retaliation

The Senate must stop H.R. 9495, a bill designed to crush nonprofits holding the powerful accountable. Dear John, The House just passed a bill that could cripple nonprofits standing up for justice, transparency, and equality. Under the misleading name Stop Terror-Financing and Tax…

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November 26, 2024 at 11:33 PM

Corporations understand the economic impact of climate change

Trump has named Lee Zeldin to head the EPA, whose priorities put short term “energy dominance” above long-term economic and environmental sustainability. Dear John, Is it really any surprise that Donald Trump has chosen former New York Rep. Lee Zeldin to lead the Environmental Pr…

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November 26, 2024 at 1:16 AM

Trump’s plot to bypass democracy

The Senate has a constitutional duty to vet and confirm presidential nominees. Don’t let Trump trample on this cornerstone of our democracy. Dear John Our democracy hangs by a thread as Donald Trump eyes an alarming route to bypass the Senate and force unvetted nominees into ke…

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  Amanda Ford, Director · [email protected]

November 23, 2024 at 6:51 PM

Build a legacy, not just a campaign

Young voters are the backbone of the Democratic Party—but their organizing budget? It’s non-existent. Let’s change that. Dear John For over a decade, the Democratic National Committee (DNC) has spent exactly $0 on youth organizing. Zero dollars to support the most dynamic, progre…

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  DFA AF Team · [email protected]

November 22, 2024 at 10:37 PM

Confirm Biden’s judges to save voting rights and healthcare

The clock is ticking to secure a judiciary that values fairness and equality. Senate Democrats must confirm Biden’s judges now to safeguard our rights and prevent extremist control. Dear John, Over a dozen of President Biden’s judicial nominees await confirmation in the Senate. T…

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November 20, 2024 at 10:16 PM

Don’t let billionaires win their fight against the IRS

With a government funding deadline, Republicans are targeting the IRS to shield their wealthy donors. Dear John, With the government funding deadline just weeks away, Republicans are pushing to slash over $20 billion from the IRS -- crippling its ability to go after wealthy tax c…

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November 18, 2024 at 11:08 PM

Revoke Musk’s security clearance to slow down Trump’s plans

President Biden should revoke Elon Musk’s security clearance now, before Trump takes office. Dear John There are a few things President Biden can do to improve national security prior to Trump’s takeover of the whole apparatus in January. One of these things is to review -- and …

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  DFA AF Team · [email protected]

November 16, 2024 at 6:54 PM

Fight back for our democracy

Extremists are emboldened to dismantle the progress we’ve made on reproductive rights, voting access John, We’re devastated, and I know you feel the same. The recent election results have brought Donald Trump back into the presidency, signaling a resurgence of extremism at the hi…

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November 15, 2024 at 6:17 PM

Project 2025 criminalizes voters and protesters, and creates a Deep MAGA State

Trump’s Project 2025 threatens core democratic values: the rule of law, the right to vote, and the freedom to protest. It must be resisted at every level. Dear John With Trump elected, and both houses of Congress behind him, Project 2025 in its entirety is locked and loaded, rea…

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November 14, 2024 at 5:32 PM

Enough with Extremism! Tell Corporations to Leave X.

Corporations are still advertising on X, supporting a platform flooded with hate. Demand they leave now. Dear John Some brands get it: They’ve severed ties with X because they don’t want their names associated with hate, disinformation, and extremism. But others like Walmart, the…

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November 13, 2024 at 5:38 PM

Stand Against Misinformation and Extremism: Dump X

In Elon Musk’s hands, X has become a platform that rewards hate, boosts conspiracy theories, and supports a pro-Trump, extremist agenda. Dear John Progressives aren’t on Truth Social, 4chan, or dark web forums. So why are people still on X? It’s no secret that Elon Musk’s social …

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November 12, 2024 at 11:15 PM

Help stop the $20 billion in military aid fueling the destruction of Gaza

Congress is on the brink of sending $20 billion in weapons to Israel. Here’s how we stop them. Dear John Since the Hamas terrorist attacks on October 7, 2023, Israeli airstrikes and military operations in response have claimed the lives of over 43,000 Palestinians, left more than…

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November 5, 2024 at 9:43 PM

Block the Big Lie before it starts

The media’s rush to air Trump’s premature victory claim in 2020 fueled the January 6th insurrection. We cannot let this happen again. Dear John, Trump and MAGA extremists are preparing to go on air tonight before midnight to declare victory despite votes still being counted acr…

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November 2, 2024 at 5:18 PM

Tell Social Media moguls: Choose Protecting Democracy over Profits

The giants of social media have given in to the forces of misinformation and lies. They must reinstate prior safeguards that were in place in 2020. Dear John When YouTube, Meta, and X dropped their previous policies for identifying and warning about election disinformation, lies,…

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  Robert Reich and DFA AF · [email protected]

November 1, 2024 at 8:11 PM

Media must inform the public: less populated “red” precincts are counted earlier

The media must inform the public of this dirty trick Trump tried in 2020, which he’s likely to try again: Since less populated “red” Republican voting districts are more quickly counted, Trump will likely use this fact to claim Republicans are getting “robbed” of their early “lead.” …

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October 31, 2024 at 9:13 PM

Our democracy is on the line

This is the final stretch. With less than two weeks until Election Day, our democracy is hanging by a thread. It’s all hands on deck, and we need you now more than ever. John, This is it. The final Get-Out-The-Vote weekend of the most important election of our lives. Our democrac…

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October 30, 2024 at 9:29 PM

Tell Billionaire Newspaper Owners Bezos and Soon-Shiong: Do the right thing!

The billionaire owners of the Washington Post and LA Times, Jeff Bezos and Patrick Soon-Shiang, have given in to pressure from Donald Trump and refused to allow their editorial staffs to endorse any presidential candidate this year. Dear John Donald Trump is so hungry for the mon…

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October 29, 2024 at 9:58 PM

Tell Congress: End Felony Disenfranchisement

The right to vote is denied to 4.6 million Americans convicted of felonies. Support the Inclusive Democracy Act to enhance their ability to take part in civil society. Dear John Each of us has a right to be heard. But the right to vote is denied to 4.6 million Americans convic…

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  Robert Reich and DFA AF Team · [email protected]

October 27, 2024 at 4:53 PM

DOJ: Investigate and Prosecute Elon Musk's Potentially Illegal Trump Events Now!

Elon Musk is giving away $1 million a day to swing-state voters who sign his petition and vote to try to buy the election for Donald Trump. The outsized influence of billionaires like Musk on our presidential elections must be curbed immediately. Dear John If we ever needed mo…

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  Amanda Ford, Director Democracy for America · [email protected]

October 26, 2024 at 5:42 PM

Support Kamala Harris' vision for Medicare at Home

Kamala Harris’ plan to expand Medicare could revolutionize care for seniors and people with disabilities. Home-based care will finally be within reach for millions of Americans. Let’s make sure it becomes a reality! John The long-term care system in America is broken. Millions …

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  DFA AF Team · [email protected]

October 25, 2024 at 5:01 PM

RE: Support GOTV and protect democracy

This is the final stretch. With less than two weeks until Election Day, our democracy is hanging by a thread. It’s all hands on deck, and we need you now more than ever. John, We’re in the final stretch of the most important election of our lives. Polling shows this race is down …

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  DFA AF Team · [email protected]

October 24, 2024 at 9:16 PM

Support GOTV and protect democracy

This is the final stretch. With less than two weeks until Election Day, our democracy is hanging by a thread. It’s all hands on deck, and we need you now more than ever. John, This is it. The final two weeks of the most important election of our lives. Our democracy is at stake a…

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October 23, 2024 at 9:20 PM

Get military-grade AR-15 ammunition off our streets!

Since 2012, the shooters in at least a dozen U.S. mass shootings used leftover military-grade ammunition purchased from the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant. The Pentagon must stop contracting with companies that sell military ammunition to civilians. John Law abiding citizens don…

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  Amanda Ford, Director Democracy for America · [email protected]

October 22, 2024 at 8:36 PM

Universal Pre-K Is non-negotiable

We can give every 3 and 4 year old the start they deserve with tuition-free, full-time Universal Pre-K. John It’s no secret that families are struggling to balance work, childcare, and financial security. But what if one solution could transform it all? A new study proves that …

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  DFA AF Team · [email protected]

October 21, 2024 at 9:16 PM

Tell Congress: Americans believe the death penalty is unfair

The death penalty is biased against people of color, people with low incomes, and against defendants where the victim is white. Worst of all, if the defendant ultimately turns out to be innocent, it cannot later be reversed. John Americans are leaving behind their support for the…

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  Amanda Ford, Director Democracy for America · [email protected]

October 20, 2024 at 4:35 PM

Trump’s GOP is still trying to repeal the Affordable Care Act!

Corporate-run Medicare is a disaster for patients -- but that’s exactly what Trump’s Project 2025 calls for. Don’t let them cap benefits and increase prices of prescription drugs! John If Trump is elected, the GOP’s Project 2025 calls for turning Medicare and Medicaid over to p…

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  Amanda Ford, Director Democracy for America · [email protected]

October 19, 2024 at 7:05 PM

Hold private equity privateers liable for their predatory acts

Private equity firms buy up crucial facilities such as housing and hospitals, load them up with debt, strip them of assets, and then leave, taking huge profits and leaving ruins behind. Senator Warren’s Stop Wall Street Looting Act will hold equity firms liable for debts they incur. …

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  Amanda Ford, Director Democracy for America · [email protected]

October 18, 2024 at 8:16 PM

Stand up for voter rights in hurricane-ravaged states

Hurricane Helene devastated communities, and now Georgia and Florida are refusing to extend voter registration deadlines. Don’t let the storm steal anyone's voice. John Imagine losing power for days, roads blocked by debris, and offices shut down, making it impossible to register…

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  DFA AF Team · [email protected]

October 17, 2024 at 6:32 PM

How Congress can stop 20 billion in arms sales to Israel

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza is at a breaking point. Tell Congress to ban U.S. arms sales to Israel and support Bernie Sanders' resolution now! John Despite overwhelming evidence of Israel's war crimes, the United States continues to pour gasoline on the fire. The Biden admini…

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October 16, 2024 at 9:20 PM

End the Occupation, Begin the Path to Peace

The world is watching, and the message is clear: Israel must comply with international law and withdraw from all occupied Palestinian territories immediately. John, For too long, Israel has occupied Palestinian territories in defiance of international law. While the world speaks …

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October 15, 2024 at 10:20 PM

DeSantis’ Dangerous War on Abortion Rights Ads

Governor Ron DeSantis is trying to censor ads that highlight Florida’s dangerous abortion laws. John Governor Ron DeSantis is trying to erase women’s stories, starting with those who have been forced to make agonizing decisions to save their lives. DeSantis is going after TV s…

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October 13, 2024 at 4:01 PM

Tell the FBI: Reopen the Kavanaugh Sexual Assault Investigation

According to a new report sponsored by Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, the FBI received more than 4,500 complaints against Justice Brett Kavanaugh during his confirmation process. But the investigation was shut down by then-President Trump. John, “Nothing to see here.” This was esse…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

October 12, 2024 at 6:38 PM

Demand security funding for polling places now

3 in 4 voters fear political violence this November. We must protect election workers and secure polling places before it's too late. John The threats against our elections are growing more dangerous by the day. Armed protesters. Death threats against poll workers. Suspicious p…

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  Amanda Ford, DFA Advocacy Fund · [email protected]

October 11, 2024 at 10:23 PM

Congress must pause their campaigning for a moment to start saving lives NOW

While Americans suffer through an unprecedented hurricane season, Congress vacations. Demand they return to DC and pass additional disaster funding immediately! John As the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season continues its relentless assault on American communities, our elected offi…

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October 10, 2024 at 9:17 PM

Tell the EPA to protect vulnerable communities from vinyl chloride exposure

Vinyl chloride, a known carcinogen, is poisoning low-income communities of color. John, Toxic vinyl chloride is tearing apart frontline communities, devastating their health, and destroying their environment. Used to make PVC (polyvinyl chloride), this chemical is classified as a…

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October 9, 2024 at 11:24 PM

Tell Amazon: Reduce serious injuries on the job!

Amazon employees are getting injured twice as much as the industry standard. But Amazon leadership still refuses to meet with a worker group to find solutions to this crisis. John, According to data reported to OSHA, Amazon had 6.6 serious injuries for every 100 workers in 2022 -…

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  Amanda Ford · [email protected]

October 8, 2024 at 8:16 PM

Free school meals for all: Governors can act NOW!

Governor Tim Walz delivered free school meals for Minnesota’s children. Now Governors nationwide need to follow his lead. John Last week's Vice Presidential debate was a clear reminder of why we need Governor Tim Walz on the national stage and Walz doesn’t just talk about suppo…

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October 7, 2024 at 9:27 PM

Help make Energy Transfer drop their lawsuit now!

Big Oil is trying to silence one of the world’s most vocal environmental defenders with a $300 million lawsuit, and if we don’t take action now, it could be too late. John, Energy Transfer, the corporation behind the notorious Dakota Access Pipeline, is waging a war on Greenpeace…

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  Amanda Ford · [email protected]

October 6, 2024 at 5:07 PM

RE: Abolish the Electoral College for a true democracy

The Electoral College has been a compromise to democracy since it was invented. The National Popular Vote (NPV) Interstate Compact would replace it with one person, one vote across the country. John, Ever since the Electoral College was invented in 1787, it was a compromise with …

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October 5, 2024 at 5:06 PM

JD Vance lost the debate, but America can’t afford to lose the election!

JD Vance lost the debate last night, but that’s not enough. We need to make sure Trump and his far-right agenda lose in November. Donate now to fund the fight to turn close polls into a landslide victory for Walz and Harris. John, This week, we witnessed JD Vance fumble under th…

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October 4, 2024 at 5:37 PM

Stop Musk's billion dollar Pentagon backing

The Pentagon is funding Musk’s companies while he uses his billions to undermine democracy. It's time to demand accountability before it's too late. John, Nearly half of the Pentagon’s $1 trillion budget flows into the pockets of defense contractors, including the billions funnel…

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  Robert Reich and the DFA AF Team · [email protected]

October 3, 2024 at 6:24 PM

Tell Networks, Media, and Press: Stop 'Sane-Washing' Donald Trump Now.

The mainstream media are “sane-washing” Trump, treating his false and outrageous claims as if they were just perfectly ordinary. John, There’s a new term catching on to describe how the mainstream media has normalized Donald Trump’s increasingly dangerous lies and extremism. It’…

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  DFA AF Team · [email protected]

October 2, 2024 at 9:13 PM

CNN reported falsely on Rep. Tlaib’s criticisms

CNN and reporter Josh Kraushaar falsely reported that Rep. Rashida Tlaib’s criticisms of Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel were based on his religion. In fact, Tlaib called out Nessel’s inconsistent prosecution of protesters and did not mention Nessel’s religion. John, CNN an…

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September 30, 2024 at 7:05 PM

Native activist Leonard Peltier deserves freedom

Having served 48 years in prison for a crime he did not commit, Native activist Leonard Peltier deserves his freedom. John When the FBI invaded the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in 1975, the confrontation turned into a shootout, and a young Native man and two FBI agents were ki…

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  Amanda Ford · [email protected]

September 29, 2024 at 4:53 PM

Abolish the Electoral College for a true democracy

The Electoral College distorts democracy by making millions of Americans’ votes meaningless and prioritizing a handful of battleground states. John, For too long, the Electoral College has twisted the foundations of our democracy, making it so that the votes of millions of Americ…

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  Amanda Ford · [email protected]

September 28, 2024 at 10:09 PM

Protect voting rights with four game-changing bills

Our democracy is under attack by voter suppression, gerrymandering, and dark money. John, Voter suppression, gerrymandering, and dark money are threatening the integrity of our elections, but we have a solution with four bills that stand between us and the destruction of our demo…

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