We Hold These Truths

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We Hold These Truths is a national campaign, powered by Democracy Forward, to equip people in America with accurate, accessible facts about their constitutional rights.

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We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· 1d

Truth of the Week: Due process guarantees that the government cannot take away life, liberty, or property without a fair legal process. We must protect this principle: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· 6d

The democratic principles that shaped our nation - freedom, equality, fair elections, the rule of law, and checks and balances - only endure when people choose to protect them across generations. Join us: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· 8d

Truth of the Week: A healthy democracy depends on the peaceful transfer of power. Join us to defend that principle: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· 13d

As America reflects on its 250th year, we are reminded that democracy is not self-sustaining, it depends on all of us. The future of our country is shaped by the choices we make today. Sign the pledge: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· 15d

Truth of the Week: Authoritarian systems demand uniformity. Democracy thrives on disagreement, debate, and diversity. Join the fight for equality: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· 22d

Truth of the Week: Freedom of the press serves as a watchdog that holds leaders accountable on behalf of the people. When journalists can report freely without fear, our democracy is stronger. Join the fight for our democracy and sign the pledge: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· 27d

As the nation reflects on 250 years, our founding ideals still call on us. Freedom, equality, and democracy only endure when we choose to uphold them. Add your name: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· 29d

Truth of the Week: The president is not above the law, and cannot act as a king. Join us to uphold this truth: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· Jul 3

A strong democracy depends on participation from all of us. With #America250 on the horizon, now is the time to reaffirm the values that hold this nation together. Sign on: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· Jun 23

Truth of the Week: Democracy is strengthened by our differences. Our diversity of people, ideas, and experiences is our nation’s greatest strength. Fight for equality and sign the pledge: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· Jun 18

Separation of powers is a key safeguard of our liberty. @repbrendanboyle.bsky.social reminds us of the importance of respecting and defending that principle in order to uphold our democracy and democratic republic. Join us: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· Jun 9

Truth of the Week: America’s system of government divides authority among three branches to check and balance one another. No single branch should control everything. Join us to protect this truth: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· Jun 2

Truth of the Week: Equality under the law means no person is above the law and no person is beneath its protection. Learn more and sign the pledge: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· May 28

How do we protect democracy? Protect personal freedom. Julianne Moore tells us that freedom doesn't survive on words alone, we must show up, fight, and defend it. Hold the line for freedom. Join us: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· May 26

Truth of the Week: Voting must be open, accessible, and protected for every eligible citizen. Let’s protect our right to vote: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· May 19

Truth of the Week: Freedom for all cannot exist without equality for all. Join the fight for our freedoms: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· May 15

Voter suppression is antithetical to our democracy. We will not allow our freedoms to be attacked. Join us and 250+ pro-democracy groups at a national rally on May 16 at 1 pm CT in Montgomery, AL, or join an event in your area. Learn more here: AllRoadsLeadToTheSouth.com

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· May 14

“We hold these truths” is more than a phrase, it is a commitment we renew together. As we approach #America250, let’s fight for the values that define us. Join us: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· May 12

Truth of the Week: Freedom of speech includes the right to disagree with those in power, without fear of retribution. Dissent is a part of our democracy. Defend democracy and sign the pledge: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· Apr 30

Free and fair elections are non-negotiable. @staceyabrams.com provides us with a valuable reminder: protecting elections is protecting America. Democracy only works when everyone has a voice. Join the fight: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· Apr 23

Our nation was built on the freedom to live, speak, and believe as we choose. @bradmeltzer.com reminds us that protecting freedom is protecting democracy itself. And when people fight back against injustices, freedom wins. Join us: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· Apr 21

Truth of the Week: Free and fair elections are the foundation of a functioning democracy. Defend the values that uphold our democracy: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· Apr 16

Silencing stories silences people. @jodipicoult.bsky.social recounts firsthand that when books are banned, the lessons they carry are erased too. Protecting free expression isn’t optional, it’s essential. Join us: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· Apr 14

Truth of the Week: Equality is the foundation of freedom. When some are denied equality, freedom is weakened for everyone. Defend equality for all and sign the pledge: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· Apr 9

Freedom without equality isn’t freedom. @reshmasaujani.com puts it plain and simple: when people are left behind, our democracy falls short. Equality isn’t optional. It’s foundational. Join us: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· Apr 7

The First Amendment protects speech, safeguards religion, a free press, peaceful assembly, and the right to petition. These aren’t abstract ideals, they are protections for all of us. Join the fight to defend our freedoms: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· Mar 31

The future of our democracy depends on people of goodwill that will protect and defend it in the moments that demand courage and resolve. Ahead of America's 250th anniversary, let's recommit to our shared truths. Join us: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· Mar 19

Every generation inherits American democracy, and every generation decides what it becomes. As we near #America250, let’s recommit to protect the shared values of freedom, equality, and rule of law that define our nation. Join us: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· Mar 17

We Hold These Truths@weholdtruths· Feb 13

“Our democracy requires courage and participation from each of us.” - @govwhitman.bsky.social Gov. Whitman reminds us of our collective and shared responsibility to actively defend and protect our freedoms. Join us: weholdtruths.org #WeHoldTheseTruths