The Smile: 10/8

 

Hi friend, Happy Wednesday! Across the country, blue states are rising up to defend democracy, state sovereignty, and the rule of law. From Illinois to Oregon, Democratic leaders are taking bold action to block Donald Trump’s unconstitutional National Guard deployments — proving that power still belongs to the people, not an authoritarian president. ✍️ Add your name to applaud these states for defending the Constitution, protecting their residents, and standing strong against Trump’s abuse of power! JOIN CIVIC SHOUT TO PARTICIPATE IN THEIR ON-LINE PETITIONS! And in more good news: Chicago journalists are suing the Trump administration over its violent crackdown on free press, renewable energy has overtaken coal as the world’s top power source, and Democratic leaders are demanding back pay for furloughed workers during the shutdown. Let’s dive into the good news! 💛 Blue states fight back against Trump's National Guard moves JOIN CIVIC SHOUT TO PARTICIPATE IN THEIR ON-LINE PETITIONS! Jeffries says Democrats will demand back pay for furloughed workers: ‘The law is clear’ Renewables overtake coal as world's biggest source of electricity 'They're feeding America' — Northern Maine students learn work ethic on annual harvest break Providence officials want to further prohibit police cooperation with ICE Donald Trump Gets ‘Mostly Bad News’ in Approval Rating Polls: Nate Silver Judges appointed by Trump keep ruling against him. He’s not happy about it. Majority of Calif. voters back Prop 50 in new poll Watch: Democrats grill Pam Bondi over James Comey indictment Chicago journalists sue Trump over "extreme brutality" at ICE protests JOIN CIVIC SHOUT TO PARTICIPATE IN THEIR ON-LINE PETITIONS! Today’s user-submitted photo comes from Jess M., who shared this adorable photo of her foster rescues! If you want the chance to have your photo featured, reply to this email 😄 Thank you for reading, and we hope these articles shine a light on your day. In solidarity, Emily from The Smile P.S. Know someone who could use a dose of good news? Forward this email and encourage them to subscribe to The Smile. Let’s spread the positivity together. 🌟

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