Protect Democracy
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Every action counts in the fight to protect our rights and freedoms. Today in Protect Democracy we’re featuring December 31, 2024 news and critical calls-to-action.
Together, we can realize a democracy that represents, reflects, and responds to all of us.
For far too long, special interests, ultra-wealthy donors, and vote suppressors have dominated our politics and attempted to silence the voices of everyday Americans, especially in Black and Brown communities.
America's democracy is under attack as the MAGA agenda seeks to undermine our democratic institutions, erode the rule of law, and strip away the rights that ensure every voice is heard and every vote counts. Join us to champion our rights, freedoms, and democracy, hold our leaders accountable to the people's will, and inspire voters to make a meaningful difference.
Call to Actions to Protect Democracy:
Click here to Tell your member of Congress to co-sponsor and support the Freedom to Vote Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act
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Click here to signup for our next event: Building People Power in Remembrance of the Jan. 6 Capitol Insurrection
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Protect Democracy - News Briefs - December 31, 2024
Carter had 'fear for our democracy.'
NY Times
Over the more than four decades that followed his presidency, Jimmy Carter built homes for Habitat for Humanity, traveled the globe as an emissary and oversaw his namesake organization on missions of peace, democracy and global health.
Jimmy Carter worked tirelessly for peace and democracy, Nobel committee says
Reuters
President Jimmy Carter receives his Nobel Peace Prize December 10, 2002 from chairman of the Norwegian Nobel Committee Gunar Berge for decades of work for peace democracy and human rights from the Middle East to Haiti
Jimmy Carter sought to expand democracy worldwide long after he left the White House
ABC News
The effort reflected the former president's long commitment to promoting democracy worldwide.
GOP Trifecta to Feature Legislative Attacks on Voting Rights
Common Dreams
"The act would nationalize harmful and unnecessary restrictions on voting rights and roll back many of Washington, D.C.'s current pro-voter laws," the coalition explained. … "Instead of proceeding with this legislation, Congress should take actions that will help voters and promote democracy such as passing legislation that will strengthen protections against discrimination in voting and expand access to the ballot for all communities."
Kansas once required voters to prove citizenship. That didn't work out so well
ABC News
Federal courts ultimately declared the law an unconstitutional burden on voting rights, and it hasn't been enforced since 2018.
10 Florida legal issues to watch in 2025
Tampa Bay Times
Voting rights groups went to the Supreme Court after the 1st District Court of Appeal upheld the plan. Social media platforms: Florida and tech industry groups continue to battle in federal court about a 2021 state law targeting major social media platforms.
New Year’s resolutions from Rhode Island’s top politicians
Boston Globe
Secretary of State Gregg Amore: I have three: 1) Make sure more Rhode Islanders know the story of Thomas Wilson Dorr and his fight to expand voting rights, while at the same time continuing to protect and expand voter access here in Rhode Island by asking the General Assembly to let Rhode Islanders vote
Rise in mail voting comes with price: Mismatched signatures lead to ballot rejections
ABC News
The potential for signature match problems to affect closes races has led some voting rights groups in the the state to call for an overhaul of the verification process.
Who are the rising stars in the Democratic party?
The Guardian By David Smith
Warnock has championed progressive policies such as healthcare expansion, environmental protection and voting rights. He is the first member of his family to graduate from college and became head pastor of the Atlanta church where Martin Luther King preached.
Protect Democracy - Video Briefs - December 31, 2024
Trump and GOP ATTACK on Voting Rights | TALKING FEDS PODCAST
Law restoring voting rights to Oklahomans with commuted sentences takes effect Jan. 1 | KOCO 5 News
Join Us: Building People Power in Remembrance of the Jan. 6 Capitol Insurrection
Mark the anniversary of January 6th by standing up for democracy and justice. While Donald Trump and Republicans in Congress have failed to uphold their allegiance to the Constitution, we must up rise to protect our rights, freedoms, and future.
This event is more than a remembrance—it's a call to action. Together, we will build a resilient, people-powered movement to resist the threats of fascism and ensure that the voices of everyday Americans—not the wealthy elite—shape our nation’s course.
Let’s organize, educate, and mobilize to defend our communities and democracy. Be part of the change.
Details: 📅 Date: January 6th 🕒 Time: 8 PM Eastern 📍 Location: Via Zoom
Click here to RSVP today and bring your voice to the movement!
BONUS
Call your member of Congress today (202) 224-3121 and ask them to support the Freedom to Vote Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act
Register to vote, vote, and help elect leaders that will ensure safe, secure elections and are committed to protecting democracy
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