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250 years in, and we’re still learning how to do democracy.
In a new piece, Dēmos President @TaifaButler shares that democracy is not something we have, it’s something that we do together. Read her take and learn about radical citizenship: demos.nyc/3Tal7Up
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Bad Bunny should be proud to join the long list of America-hating, Marxist Super Bowl performers whom conservatives hated.
A thread.
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Good morning and Happy Monday to everyone who won’t forget that trump removed MLK Jr. Day and Juneteenth from National Park free-entry days, then added his own birthday.
The disrespect is deliberate.
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The SAVE Act isn't about election security—it's about voter suppression. It's also inspiring an uptick in bad “show me your papers” bills across the country.
Learn about proof of citizenship laws, why they’re harmful, and what should be done instead: demos.nyc/4cKeePr
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Political and economic power are inextricably linked.
Congressional Republicans know this and are using their power to silence millions of voters while simultaneously gutting essential programs for families.
For proof, look no further than today's House votes.
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HISTORIC! Two Black women will serve in the U.S. Senate for the first time in the Senate’s 235-year history. Congratulations to @RepLBR Lisa Blunt Rochester and @AngelaAlsobrooksForMD!
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So powerful to hear our VP @KamalaHarris talk about dignity, independence and care. And common sense solutions that lift us up so we not only survive, but can thrive.
#CareCantWait
#KamalaWillDeliverCare
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Each of the last four presidential election periods have shown an unmistakable pattern: Hate crimes increase during elections, as Maya Berry of @AAIUSA details here.
Read through the ways we can combat hate in our report, Cause for Concern. bit.ly/4d8NdnE
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Rise & shine! It’s #NationalVoterRegistrationDay! If you recently moved, changed your name, became a citizen, or haven't already registered to vote, today is a GREAT day to get #VoteReady.
Register to vote/check your #VoterRegistration status at bit.ly/2024nvrdreg
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The #Occupymovement was a political awakening for many. What's your Occupy story? Join us as we explore how the spirit of Occupy lives on, with co-host @AmirKhafagy91 of @documentedny, and guests @TaifaButler of @Demos_org and author @_marisa_holmes: bit.ly/4ebjCL4
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Economic & political power are interconnected, shares @Demos_org's @TaifaButler. How do we ensure that communities have control over their economy & democratic processes? Listen to "Solving Economic Inequality: An Occupy Movement for this Moment?": bit.ly/3MGVGTZ
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With the 13th anniversary of the #OccupyMovement coming up, @AmirKhafagy91, @Demos_Org president @TaifaButler and author @_marisa_holmes explore how we you tackle economic inequality on @LFAndFriends today at 11:30a ET. Check your local listings: worldchannel.org/schedule/20…
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61 Years After March for Jobs and Freedom, We Carry On for Justice
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The path ahead is fraught with challenges, but we have always navigated tough journeys. @TaifaButler #marchforjobs
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ICYMI: @iteptweets's @amyhanauer and @Demos_Org's @TaifaButler make the urgent case for reforming our tax code: "A more just tax system strengthens our democracy, and a more inclusive democracy improves the tax code." commondreams.org/opinion/wea…
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The former chief judge of the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals writes that legislation limiting service on the Supreme Court to 18 years would be constitutional and comport with historical norms. bit.ly/3SU4auC
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Big vote just announced in the Senate this week on the House-passed Child Tax Credit bill – which would help 16 million children!
Full analysis here:
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"A more just tax system strengthens our democracy, and a more inclusive democracy improves the tax code."
As we approach Independence Day, @iteptweets's @amyhanauer and @Demos_Org's @TaifaButler make the urgent case for reforming our tax code. commondreams.org/opinion/wea…
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A stronger democracy is going to require a LOT of changes. But a better tax code is a big part of what’s needed. Thank you @TaifaButler for writing this with me. @Demos_Org @iteptweets commondreams.org/opinion/wea…