Yes I do think GOP schemes to cut polling places will backfire because of the intense preparation the Resistance has done to prevent this sort of thing. We are well prepared for the GOP shenanigans that are being flung our way.
Here’s another question regarding Trump’ Lame Duck Presidency which is coming. Because there will be 2 months before our “ Takeover” in Congress , and with Trump being more corrupt than ever, what are we facing as far as holding Trump and his lackeys accountable, and how do we mitigate the damage he will undoubtedly incur? How do we survive the 2 months as a country?
Trump cutting back election opportunities for people of color, the less wealthy, ANYBODY: that’s where we who have cars and a minimum of energy can be lined up along the curbs to take whoever wants to vote but can’t get to the polls due to distance, the person’s mobility and/or feeling intimidated - we can drive them and bolster them and also make new friends doing it. We can MAKE trump’s suppression efforts backfire bigly! LET’S GET OUT THE VOTE!!
So important! My friend Rose and I did just that on Tuesday. Took a neighbor to the polls. I got an email from our Secretary of State's Office here in Michigan, that advised people to now find a drop box or their clerk's Office to turn in their ballot, and not rely on the slow mail service at this point. We helped Sharon do just that!
That's awesome, Louise! Major props to you and your friend, Rose, for ensuring that Sharon's vote could be cast as well as voting early yourself. Drop box or the Election Clerk's Office is definitely the way to make certain your vote is accepted and certified.
My 18 year old read what happened at NC A&T/UNC-G, registered to vote in South Carolina, and just gave Annie Andrews and Jim Clyburn her first ever lifetime votes - before anticipated Circus Clown ICE-capades on Voting Day aka "The Reckoning."
Jon Ossoff and Keisha Lance Bottoms already got the rest of my family's vote.
Speaking as a proud graduate of an HBCU, the NC AT&T response to their voting machines being removed, was RIGHT ON! But, to hear about your daughter and UNC-G joining in to make ‘good trouble’ was off the chain! Thank you for sharing your post.
I read this morning that Trump's Legal Defense fund is out of money and donors have stopped giving to it. In fact it's bankrupt, with large outstanding bills. I don't remember the name of the specific PAC, but this means more desperation on the part of Trump!
Mad respect for the NC students. It reminds me of the unwavering resolve of the Civil Rights activists in the 1960s.
I voted mail-in/election drop box very early.
We can't let up on the gas pedal. Keep reminding those in the tightest states to vote whether they are family, personal friends, your neighbors, or those on your preferred social media platforms. Every single vote counts, even if the polls show wide margins in Dems' favor. We can't be complacent, not a single one of us.
I received another email from Abdul El Sayed MD PHD in a tight race here for Senate in Michigan. Republicans have dumped a Hundred Million into Roger's race. If anyone has 5 dollars left that they can spare, it could be very helpful to Abdul's race and Medicare for All!
Greensboro students walked 45 minutes in the heat to vote. Thirteen days left, and these take about a minute each:
Impeach Pete Hegseth: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/tell-congress-impeach-pete-hegseth/
Back impeachment of Trump: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/tell-congress-begin-drafting-articles-of-impeachment-against-trump/
Release all of the Epstein files now: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/tell-congress-demand-acting-ag-blanche-release-all-of-the-epstein-files-now/
Stop Trump’s illegal plan to destroy the U.S. Forest Service: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/tell-congress-stop-trumps-illegal-plan-to-destroy-the-us-forest-service/
Tell me below which ones you sent.
All.
All e-mails sent. Phone calls made!
I keep thinking about those students who just walked. That’s the energy. Thirteen days. Stay with it.
13 days. Don't get complacent. We've been fooled by the polls before. Vote early. Vote on the day. Just VOTE. #VoteBluetoSaveAmerica
Thirteen days and the people who never stop are still the ones moving the needle. Proud of every one of you still in it. Let’s finish strong.
Yes I do think GOP schemes to cut polling places will backfire because of the intense preparation the Resistance has done to prevent this sort of thing. We are well prepared for the GOP shenanigans that are being flung our way.
Here’s another question regarding Trump’ Lame Duck Presidency which is coming. Because there will be 2 months before our “ Takeover” in Congress , and with Trump being more corrupt than ever, what are we facing as far as holding Trump and his lackeys accountable, and how do we mitigate the damage he will undoubtedly incur? How do we survive the 2 months as a country?
This is my fear too, Livy. If the BlueWave actually occurs as predicted, trump will burn the country down. Ugh.
I think we have to have faith in the Congressmen and women who will do the right thing. I really don’t think he can burn it all down…
Trump cutting back election opportunities for people of color, the less wealthy, ANYBODY: that’s where we who have cars and a minimum of energy can be lined up along the curbs to take whoever wants to vote but can’t get to the polls due to distance, the person’s mobility and/or feeling intimidated - we can drive them and bolster them and also make new friends doing it. We can MAKE trump’s suppression efforts backfire bigly! LET’S GET OUT THE VOTE!!
Good point, Wis! Help your family, friends, and neighbors who need a ride to the polls.
So important! My friend Rose and I did just that on Tuesday. Took a neighbor to the polls. I got an email from our Secretary of State's Office here in Michigan, that advised people to now find a drop box or their clerk's Office to turn in their ballot, and not rely on the slow mail service at this point. We helped Sharon do just that!
Both of us have turned in our Blue ballots already.
That's awesome, Louise! Major props to you and your friend, Rose, for ensuring that Sharon's vote could be cast as well as voting early yourself. Drop box or the Election Clerk's Office is definitely the way to make certain your vote is accepted and certified.
My 18 year old read what happened at NC A&T/UNC-G, registered to vote in South Carolina, and just gave Annie Andrews and Jim Clyburn her first ever lifetime votes - before anticipated Circus Clown ICE-capades on Voting Day aka "The Reckoning."
Jon Ossoff and Keisha Lance Bottoms already got the rest of my family's vote.
Bravo for your daughter! Well done. Annie Andrews for the Blue win!
Speaking as a proud graduate of an HBCU, the NC AT&T response to their voting machines being removed, was RIGHT ON! But, to hear about your daughter and UNC-G joining in to make ‘good trouble’ was off the chain! Thank you for sharing your post.
Yes, we have had your back “through it all” — but, more important, you have had ours. Thank you.
Now we keep the momentum going and the pressure on the MAGAt's, as they keep losing in court over and over again!
Those students are inspiring, giving us hope for the future. That lame duck 🦆 could become a cooked goose 🪿 the way he is spiraling.
Instead of a press pool, a swimming
pool, perfect for a swan 🦢 dive.
All these distractions to avoid the Trumpstein files!
I read this morning that Trump's Legal Defense fund is out of money and donors have stopped giving to it. In fact it's bankrupt, with large outstanding bills. I don't remember the name of the specific PAC, but this means more desperation on the part of Trump!
Oh! I remembered. It is the Save America PAC.
Keep doing what you're doing. Our democracy is at stake and as always I say VOTE BLUE on November 3 or earlier if you can.
Students marching: this is what democracy looks like. Don’t get mad, get even.
Mad respect for the NC students. It reminds me of the unwavering resolve of the Civil Rights activists in the 1960s.
I voted mail-in/election drop box very early.
We can't let up on the gas pedal. Keep reminding those in the tightest states to vote whether they are family, personal friends, your neighbors, or those on your preferred social media platforms. Every single vote counts, even if the polls show wide margins in Dems' favor. We can't be complacent, not a single one of us.
I received another email from Abdul El Sayed MD PHD in a tight race here for Senate in Michigan. Republicans have dumped a Hundred Million into Roger's race. If anyone has 5 dollars left that they can spare, it could be very helpful to Abdul's race and Medicare for All!
Excellent essay today, Scott and team!!
❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
BRAVOI for all!
I do think the GOP’s plan to close voting sites will backfire. “We’re mad and we’re not going to take it anymore!!” 😡 VOTE!!