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Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· 24d

Looking for ways to help keep our elections free, fair, & safe? 🤝 Volunteer w/groups like VoteRiders.org to help others get to the polls 📞 Save the Voter Protection # at 866ourvote.org 🕊️ Join local Election Observer/Peacekeeper programs like TurnoutSunday.com More: protdem.org/community-resilience

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· 24d

Our community resilience guide is now in Spanish! ⬇️ ¡Nuestra guía de resiliencia comunitaria para las elecciones de 2026 está disponible en español! Ayuda a tu comunidad a detectar amenazas de injerencia federal y hacerles frente. ⬇️ Comienza aquí/Start here: protdem.org/resiliencia-comunitaria

An infographic titled "Resiliencia comunitaria en las elecciones de 2026" (Community resilience in the 2026 elections) with the subtitle "Apoyando a nuestros vecinos ante la amenaza de injerencia federal" (Supporting our neighbors in the face of the threat of federal interference). It features a red button at the top left that says "CONSIGUE LA GUÍA" (GET THE GUIDE) and a footer at the bottom right that reads "DEFENSA DE ELECCIONES LIBRES Y JUSTAS EN 2026" (DEFENSE OF FREE AND FAIR ELECTIONS IN 2026), all against a cream background with abstract white shapes.

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Una infografía titulada "Resiliencia comunitaria en las elecciones de 2026" con el subtítulo "Apoyando a nuestros vecinos ante la amenaza de injerencia federal". Incluye un botón rojo arriba a la izquierda que dice "CONSIGUE LA GUÍA" y un pie de página abajo a la derecha que dice "DEFENSA DE ELECCIONES LIBRES Y JUSTAS EN 2026", todo sobre un fondo crema con formas abstractas blancas.

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· 25d

🚨 Status Update: Rapidly Escalating The latest update to our Authoritarian Action Watch tracks how Congress’s inaction on the war in Iran has only allowed the president to consolidate more power inside the White House. Read more here ⬇️ https://protdem.org/execpower

The image shows a graphic with a dark blue background titled "Authoritarian Action Watch" and labeled "Just Updated" in red. The main text reads, "Authoritarian actions aggrandizing executive power are," followed by a box stating "Rapidly Escalating" with an upward arrow. Below, it states, "The president has resumed war with Iran, and any appetite from Congress to assert their war powers has evaporated." An illustration of the White House is at the bottom right.

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· 25d

“There is no real problem that it solves.” @rachelegoodman.bsky.social breaks down what’s really behind efforts to advance the SAVE Act. If passed, millions of eligible voters will face significant barriers to vote. If not, Trump will use that as a pretext to cast election results as illegitimate.

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· 26d

Ready to take action to defend our elections? Three ways to start: 📲 Save the Election Protection Hotline number: 866-OUR-VOTE (Eng.) | 888-VE-Y-VOTA (Sp.) ⚡ Sign up as a poll worker at PowerThePolls.org 🤝 Make a plan to vote with friends, family, or neighbors Details: protdem.org/actions

A flyer titled "The Democracy Playbook" features the heading "How You Can Protect Democracy." It mentions "Discover 75+ actions you can take, whether you have a few minutes, a few hours, or more." The background includes images of people interacting and red, white, and blue graphics reminiscent of the United States flag.

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· 26d

Reports about Trump’s planned speech tonight suggest he’ll cite newly declassified intelligence about the 2020 election. It’s 2026, why is he still talking about it? Here’s what you need to know about Trump’s primetime address, whether you're watching or tuning out. https://protdem.org/4wL1IrR

We don’t know exactly what Trump is going to say on Thursday night. Odds are, it will be as inflammatory as possible — designed to make some Americans feel unsure about the security of our elections, and to convince others that the president and his allies are already stealing the midterms ... [They] want us to feel like we won’t be able to vote, or our votes won’t be counted or won’t matter. Our job is to prove them wrong."

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· 26d

Essential reading before Trump’s speech tonight, whether you’re tuning in or sitting this one out. Here’s what to look out for ahead of Trump’s primetime address. https://www.ifyoucankeepit.org/p/here-he-goes-again

A shadow of a person speaking at a podium with several microphones is cast on the ground. The text reads: "If you can keep it." Below, there's a section with a red background containing the date "July 16, 2026" and the text "Here he goes again. Trump will use claims of foreign interference in 2020 to undermine the 2026 midterms."

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· 27d

Concerns about federal interference in our elections could discourage eligible voters from participating. We are all a critical part of keeping elections free and safe, join us in taking action. Get our guide developed with Over Zero to help communities prepare. https://protdem.org/4vxVmeq

Help your community vote safely and freely

TIME NEEDED: FEW HOURS
ACTION TYPE: CONNECT
Get the details at protdem.org/actions

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· 27d

The ruling temporarily blocks enforcement of the policy as we continue to fight for permanent relief in court. In the decision, Judge Boasberg of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia wrote:

The Government cannot make protected private expression a facially legitimate and bonafide basis for immigration consequences simply by placing it under the capacious and contested label of ‘censorship.’
Judge Boasberg
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia CITR v. Rubio

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· 28d

Reports of Trump's planned Thurs. speech about 2020 signal a textbook example of a WH strategy to undermine our elections that we've been tracking. Get the full record of the strategy in action, plus concrete steps we can all take to defend our elections. https://protdem.org/override-july-update

A graphic titled "July 2026 Update" with the headline "Deceive, Disrupt, Deny in Full Effect" followed by "The last four months of the Executive Override strategy." The image includes a collage featuring the U.S. Capitol, a "Polling Place" sign, soldiers, a "Vote Here" sign, and the U.S. Presidential Seal. The background is divided into navy blue and cream sections.

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· Jul 11

Does the news you’re reading give you facts you can act on? As the midterms approach, narratives about political violence risk being weaponized as a tool to disrupt elections. Here are 3 crucial questions to ask of any news story to spot responsible reporting: protdem.org/4vrrcJN

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· Jul 11

Regardless of how much time you have or where you stand in your community, there is a role for you in ensuring free and fair midterms. Our Community Resilience guide is designed for all of us to spot intimidation and know how to push back. Get the guide: protdem.org/community-resilience

A guide titled "Community Resilience in the 2026 Elections" with a subtitle about supporting neighbors against federal interference. A banner at the top reads "Get the Guide," and a footer says "Protecting Free and Fair Elections in 2026.

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· Jul 9

Nicole Schneidman is sounding the alarm on the gov’s efforts to build an authoritarian surveillance apparatus. Initially built for immigration enforcement, these tools now threaten the fundamental rights of all Americans. Here’s what she told @mauriziogro.bsky.social 🔗 https://protdem.org/4wxtx6P

Headline: Tech oligarchs are helping DHS set up authoritarian surveillance state, report says

Quote:
The president has emboldened ICE with new, supercharged surveillance capabilities and billions in additional funding, which encourages them to brazenly act as a weaponized political force against American citizens. This is a textbook authoritarian tactic that tries to make the idea of showing up, speaking out, or organizing feel dangerous for Americans.
Nicole Schneidman
Tech Counsel & Policy Strategist

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· Jul 5

🚨 Status Update: Rapidly Escalating The latest update to our AAW tracks how two new SCOTUS decisions have brought formerly independent agencies — overseeing everything from health standards to nuclear energy — more directly under POTUS's control. Read more here ⬇️ https://protdem.org/institutions

Graphic titled "Authoritarian Action Watch" with the subtitle "Authoritarian actions politicizing independent institutions are rapidly escalating." It notes two Supreme Court rulings increasing political interference in federal agencies. An icon of the U.S. Presidential Seal is included.

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· Jul 4

If you're feeling the heavy weight of polarization and deep distrust in our institutions, join us in taking steady, intentional steps toward action. We outline how we can start building our civic muscles this holiday weekend and beyond: https://www.ifyoucankeepit.org/p/who-are-americas-keepers

A quote in red at the top reads: "The presumption, now more than ever, is that the keeping and the tending of America belongs to someone else; to institutions, elected officials, and public figures. That presumption is wrong. A democracy cannot be sustained by any one person or group. Ours has lasted this long because everyday Americans chose, in Theodore Roosevelt’s words, to ‘do what you can, with what you have, where you are.’" The phrase "If you can keep it" is in red at the bottom.

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· Jul 3

Benjamin Franklin left one question unsaid about our republic: kept by whom? If you want to take action but the task feels daunting, know that democracy doesn't require a hero — it only asks for our steady, local habits. Join us in these practical steps to get involved: https://protdem.org/4vMVTKu

The image contains a sign held up against a blurred natural background. The sign reads "YOU. ME. U.S." in bold letters. Above the image is the text "If you can keep it" in red, and below is "Who are America’s keepers?" with a date of July 3, 2026, followed by "Its next 250 years depend on the same everyday Americans the first 250 did" in smaller text. The design uses red, white, and blue colors.

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· Jul 3

“I'm not gonna succumb to this disillusionment and I'm gonna take agency and have an impact.” As the U.S. marks its 250th anniversary, Alison Hirsh and Justin Florence grapple with the frustration and the opportunity of this moment for us all, in our latest newsletter: https://protdem.org/4oWRiCA

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· Jul 1

Throughout history, faith communities have pulled the US back to its founding ideals. Now is our time. Join our summer #LoveNotICE effort w/ @interfaithalliance.org. Faithful Americans are opposing cruel federal crackdowns, according to our deeply-held religious values & patriotism. LoveNotICE.org

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· Jul 1

Looking for a way to celebrate America's 250th? Civic Season has 1,000+ activities to mark the moment — block parties, wish walls, potlucks, and more. Explore the action on our site and find an activity near you: https://protdem.org/4vGm7hz

An American flag waves above text promoting Civic Season. The text states, "What you can do the week of June 29" and "Celebrate America’s 250th with Civic Season." The time needed is shown as "few hours" and the action type is "connect." Details can be found at protdem.org/actions.

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· Jun 30

Congress appropriated hundreds of millions of dollars for education research and support programs. But OMB has delayed the Department of Education spending those funds. Chief Executive Officer at the National Center for Learning Disabilities, Dr. Jacqueline Rodriguez had this to say:

"[These funds] must be apportioned and made available as Congress intended, so critical research and data for children with disabilities can continue without disruption. Every day of delay puts that essential work at risk."
Dr. Jacqueline Rodriguez
CEO, National Center for Learning Disabilities

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· Jun 30

Today, we filed suit to ensure the funds Congress appropriated for the Institute of Education Sciences and Comprehensive Centers, are spent to help states and school districts improve educational outcomes and implement federal education programs. Our filing: protdem.org/3QzE8it

Lawsuit filed

National Center for Learning Disabilities Sues OMB, Dept. of Ed
NCLD, Mass. Teachers Assoc. and other stakeholders are fighting for critical delayed and withheld funds

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· Jun 30

U.S. history shows that in our darkest moments, generations of Americans didn't despair—they demanded more. Justin Florence and Alison Hirsh outline how we can turn today's crisis into a renewal of self-government. Join us in taking action: https://protdem.org/4oWRiCA #America250

The image shows a stylized collage with the U.S. Constitution and the Declaration of Independence. "If you can keep it" is written at the top in elegant font. A red triangle covers part of the image, with text stating: "JUNE 30, 2026 The defining question of the 250th. Will one person get to keep us from having a say—or can we insist on real representation?

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· Jun 30

"It is an abuse of power...and we need to make him and his enablers own the consequences of it." Trump's actions to remake our nation's capital should be taken as serious autocratic abuses of power, @amandacarpenter.bsky.social joined @deadlinewh.bsky.social to explain.

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· Jun 29

BREAKING: SCOTUS just handed Trump the power to fire FTC Commissioners without cause. This dramatically expands executive power, overturns nearly a century of precedent, undermines Congress’s check on presidential power, & opens the door to corruption. Our client, Rebecca Slaughter on the impact:

"The consequences of this ruling will be felt by every American in both tangible and imperceptible ways.  The FTC’s work includes stopping big tech preying on your kids and preventing pharma companies from making lifesaving medication unaffordable."

"Today’s ruling makes it possible for presidents to fire watchdogs who won’t put politics over principle, and replace them with lapdogs. It’s a recipe for corruption; working families will pay the price."
Rebecca Kelly Slaughter
Federal Trade Commissioner Plaintiff, Slaughter v. Trump

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· Jun 28

🚨 Status Update: Escalating In the latest AAW update, we track how the WH is pulling on multiple levers of election interference — like threatening to withhold funding from states that refuse to adopt sweeping election changes. Plus, how courts are pushing back. ⬇️ https://protdem.org/elections

The image is a graphic titled "Authoritarian Action Watch," with a subtitle in white text stating, "Authoritarian actions corrupting elections are escalating." Below is a paragraph explaining that President Trump stalled his nominee for DNI and a bipartisan housing bill to pass the SAVE America Act, potentially disenfranchising Americans. An "I Voted" sticker is depicted above the text. Inset text reads "Just Updated" and a small graphic of a stylized flag is in the bottom left corner.

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· Jun 27

Attn. parents, educators, and community members: Nearly 50 million young Americans are eligible to vote, but only about half are registered. Learn how @donutsndemocracy.bsky.social is closing that gap — one donut and one conversation at a time — and how you can help: https://protdem.org/3T5cr1z

A diverse group of four students holding books stands outside a building. Above them, the text reads, "WHAT YOU CAN DO WEEK OF JUNE 27." Below, a blue section contains the text, "Engage young voters one donut, one conversation at a time," with additional information: "TIME NEEDED: FEW HOURS," "ACTION TYPE: CONNECT." A link to "protdem.org/actions" is provided for more details.

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· Jun 27

This National Youth Takeover Day, our own Lara Hicks and Michael Sandoval set the record straight about what Gen Z really thinks about our democracy, the midterms, and a call to action for pro-democracy leaders looking to improve youth engagement. Read their piece here: https://protdem.org/43Zu5q0

How the pro-democracy movement is misreading Gen Z
This National Youth Takeover Day, let’s stop misdiagnosing young people as apathetic about democracy
Lara Hicks and Michael A. Sandoval

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· Jun 27

On National Youth Takeover Day, we’re passing the mic to our own Lara Hicks to explain the obstacles and opportunities facing Gen Z this election. Get Gen Z Election Defense Toolkit here 🔗 https://protectdemocracy.org/gen-z-toolkit/ #CivicSeason

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· Jun 26

Our own Beau Tremitiere spoke with @npr.org's Kat Lonsdorf on the dangers of new states deploying National Guard to D.C. this summer. Federal leaders are having Guardsmen from around the country police local neighborhoods and communities in the District. https://protdem.org/43XSvAg

NPR article image with headline: "In a first since Trump deployed the guard to D.C., Democrats are sending troops." Below, a quote by Beau Tremitieer, Deputy Director of Impact Programs, discusses the distinction between ongoing operations and troop deployments for America 250 proceedings.

Protect Democracy@protectdemocracy· Jun 26

Our own Zachary West spoke with @shaneharris.bsky.social and Vivian Salama about Bill Pulte's dubious authority to fire senior personnel as acting director national intelligence amid continued attacks on the civil service by the Trump admin. Read the full piece here: https://protdem.org/4oP742D