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Indivisibles,

Last Wednesday, extreme MAGA Republican Mike Johnson of Louisiana was
elected speaker of the House. 

Unfortunately, the first test of his speakership came later that night
when a mass shooting occurred in Lewiston, Maine where 18 people were
murdered and another 13 injured. In response to this tragedy, Johnson
declared that, “the problem is the human heart, not guns.”

What???

In a scathing rebuke of Johnson’s complete lack of accountability,
[ [link removed] ]White House Deputy Press Secretary Andrew Bates said, “Gun crime is
uniquely high in the United States because congressional Republicans have
spent decades choosing the gun industry’s lobbyists over the lives of
innocent Americans.”

The White House is right -- Republican refusal to address this crisis is
directly responsible for the [ [link removed] ]thirteen additional mass shootings that
took place over this Halloween weekend. They bury their heads in the sand
and our friends and children pay the ultimate price.

Johnson’s speakership is beginning much in the same way the rest of his
congressional record has played out -- ignoring the actual issues facing
the American people while attacking basic freedoms. Because, while Johnson
won’t blame guns for mass shootings, [ [link removed] ]he will blame abortion: “Many
women use abortion as a form of birth control, you know, in certain
segments of society, and it’s just shocking and sad, but this is where we
are. When you break up the nuclear family, when you tell a generation of
people that life has no value, no meaning, that it’s expendable, then you
do wind up with school shooters.”

That is our new speaker. 

Late last week, Indivisible drafted a memo that was [ [link removed] ]picked up by
Politico calling out the [ [link removed] ]lasting damage House Republican chaos and
Johnson’s speakership has done to vulnerable Republicans. At a time when
our Unrepresentative 18 could have chosen to be the moderate middle many
of them profess to be, they chose to bow to extremists and vote for a
speaker who is anti-reproductive freedom, [ [link removed] ]anti-LGBTQ+ rights, and was
[ [link removed] ]a leading voice behind the Big Lie. 

The Unrepresentative 18 are directly responsible for empowering extremism.

This is why the 2024 election is so crucial. We cannot allow factions that
will bow to MAGA extremists to achieve re-election or this is what we get
-- anti-choice extremists 2nd-in-line for the presidency. We deserve
better. We need better. We will demand better.

With that, here are your weekly to-dos:

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 Your 4 weekly to-dos 

 1. If your representative is a Democrat, [ [link removed] ]call them now and ask them to
champion reproductive freedom and protect abortion access. We
introduced our [ [link removed] ]Reproductive Freedom Agenda to not only codify Roe,
but also extend protections for reproductive freedoms even further. We
need all Democrats in the House to cosponsor the entire agenda. Each
bill is important on its own, but together they combine to create
comprehensive protections for abortion access and care. Once you’ve
called, [ [link removed] ]write a letter to the editor (LTE) to your local
newspapers encouraging your representative to be a reproductive
freedom champion.
 2. If your Democratic representative has already signed on to cosponsor
all three bills, [ [link removed] ]submit an LTE thanking them for being a
reproductive freedom champion. Our representatives, and their
constituents, need to know when we’re proud of their work. Write an
LTE to let them know. Make sure to encourage your representative to
keep showing up for reproductive freedom by publicly showing your
support.
 3. If you have a Democratic representative, [ [link removed] ]call and tell them to
hold the Supreme Court accountable by co-sponsoring the Supreme Court
Ethics, Recusal, and Transparency Act (SCERT). SCOTUS is facing a
legitimacy crisis with MAGA justices like Clarence Thomas and Samuel
Alito accepting lavish gifts from billionaires. These actions call
into question their ability to be impartial and fair in their rulings.
Check out our new [ [link removed] ]unrigging the Supreme Court page to learn more
and take action. When you’re done, [ [link removed] ]call your representative again
and demand they cosponsor the Judiciary Act of 2023. The court has
been stacked with extreme MAGA justices and the only way to protect
our rights is to expand the court. Call now to make it happen!
 4. If you have a Democratic senator, [ [link removed] ]call and tell them to hold the
Supreme Court accountable by co-sponsoring the SCERT Act. We must pass
SCERT through both chambers in order to restore legitimacy to the
court. It is clear that the highest court in the land must be held to
reasonable ethical standards, call now to make sure your senator
agrees. When you’ve finished, [ [link removed] ]call your senator again and demand
they co-sponsor the Judiciary Act of 2023. In addition to the ethics
crisis, we’ve seen just how far-right the court-packing MAGA
Republicans have pushed the Supreme Court. Expansion is the only way
we return to a balanced and fair judiciary before it is too late.

P.S. If you've completed your weekly to-do's and are looking for more ways
to support this movement, [ [link removed] ]consider making a donation today. Your
contribution will help keep our call pages up and running, fund the tools
we use to mobilize volunteers, and continue all the work we're doing this
year.

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Crisis in Israel/Palestine

**Content Warning: Talk about the current Israeli/Palestinian conflict.
Jump to the line break if you need to avoid this topic**

 

Indivisible is united in our commitment to protecting human rights and
civilians in conflict, and to the belief that every child, no matter where
they’re born, deserves to grow up in safety and freedom.

We grieve the over 1,400 Israeli and international lives lost in Hamas’
attack on October 7 and call for all hostages to be released immediately.

We are deeply alarmed by developments in the Israeli military’s campaign
in Gaza and the West Bank. More than 8,000 people have been killed; 3,000
in the last week, as the Israeli government has ramped up its bombardment
and offensive. Food, water, medicine, and fuel remain heavily restricted
by the Israeli siege -- inflicting collective punishment and immense
suffering on the people of Gaza for the actions of Hamas. Civilians in
conflict are innocent, and we mourn for the lives lost.

In keeping with our commitment to protect human rights and civilians in
conflict, we stand with humanitarian organizations like MSF, Oxfam, and
Save the Children, and human rights groups like Amnesty International to
call for a ceasefire and deescalation -- to save lives in Gaza, for the
hostages to be released, to ensure that Gazan civilians can access
desperately needed humanitarian aid, and to avert regional escalation.
Today, we wanted to share with you [ [link removed] ]these recommendations from the
Center for International Policy for how the Biden Administration can help
end the current crisis and best ensure the security, rights, and
well-being of Israelis and Palestinians in the longer term. 

We’re simultaneously deeply alarmed by the rise in antisemitism and
Islamophobia in recent weeks. From the terrifying story of a mob in
Dagestan searching for Jews at an airport to the heart-rending murder of
six-year-old Palestinian-American Wadea Al-Fayoume here in the US, hatred
is on the rise. If you’re afraid and hurting right now -- we’re holding
you in our hearts.

Standing Indivisible means condemning antisemitism in all its forms. It
means condemning Islamophobia in all its forms. It means seeking to build
bridges across our communities, standing in solidarity with each other,
and recognizing that we all want the same things: safety, dignity, and for
our kids to thrive. 

We recognize that this moment is intensely personal and painful for many
people across the world and in our network. We come back to our core
principle: Human life is precious, and we must do all we can to protect
it. 

P.S. To keep up to date on our most recent statements about the conflict
as they evolve, visit our [ [link removed] ]Israel/Palestine Conflict statements page. 

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2024 Indivisible Endorsements Guide

[ [link removed] ]Check out the 2024 Indivisible Endorsements Guide.

[ [link removed] ]Endorsements Guide >>

Hard to believe it, but the 2024 elections are just around the corner!

In addition to doing the essential work of rooting out MAGA extremists at
every level of government, we have the opportunity to elect the strongest
Democrats to champion progressive priorities and defend progressive
values. Since 2018, our movement has been doing just that: building power
by helping to elect the next generation of bold leaders at every level of
government. Indivisible groups across the country have pushed candidates
on issues that matter, contacted thousands of voters, and shown that the
power of our movement is impossible to ignore.

If your group is considering getting involved in 2024 elections, one of
the most powerful ways you can have an impact is by [ [link removed] ]making
endorsements. We know elections can be intimidating! We also know that an
endorsement, done correctly, is one of the most powerful tools to create
change. This guide demystifies the process with advice on how best to
engage in both primary and general elections.

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[23]WE LOVE TO SEE IT!

***In the 2023 Indivisible Guide, one of the most important things we
wanted to see was our representatives show up as fighters! We need
representatives that work for the people, not just their bank accounts
and special interests! So, why not highlight those fighters? We Love To
See It! will highlight the work being done by reps fighting for everyday
people’s well being, advancing democracy, and/or protecting personal
freedoms. Let’s stand up for our representatives when they stand up for
us! We Love To See It!***

 

Rep. Jared Golden, ME-02

[ [link removed] ]Image of Jared Golden addressing reporters following the shooting.
Text reads: Golden: I have opposed efforts to ban deadly weapons of war
like the assault rifle he used to carry out this crime. The time has now
come for me to take responsibility for this failure. Which is why I now
call on the United States congress to ban assautl rifles

Rep. Golden’s 2nd congressional district includes Lewiston, Maine, where a
deadly shooting took the lives of 18 individuals late last week. In the
past, Rep. Golden has opposed banning assault rifles, siding with his more
conservative colleagues and constituents about the importance of the right
to bear arms.

But following this tragedy, Rep. Golden acknowledged his past stance,
centered the tragedy of the day, and evolved his position, calling for
Congress to ban assault rifles. It can be incredibly difficult for an
established politician to change their stance on such controversial
policies, and we want to praise Rep. Golden for having the integrity to
change. 

We hope that with his new position, he’ll use his journey to help some of
his fellow congresspeople grow too, so that we can get to a place where
America is no longer known for the tragedy of mass shootings. [ [link removed] ]See Rep.
Golden’s address here.  

 

**Bonus Points: If you see your rep showing up as a fighter and want to
highlight them, reply to this email with a link to the story and we
might feature it in our next Newsletter.**



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 Indivisible Project Updates 

[ [link removed] ]The People vs. SCOTUS: A preview of the 2023 Fall Supreme Court Term
Wednesday November 8 at 1pm ET

[ [link removed] ]Join our very own Meagan Hatcher-Mays and partners for a call -- The
People vs. SCOTUS: A Preview of the 2023 Fall Supreme Court Term on
Wednesday, November 8 at 1pm ET/10am PT. Just weeks ago, the Supreme Court
began its latest term and consequential cases are on the line. Join this
call to get a preview of the fall term where you’ll learn about the cases
before the court and what we can do to fight for a Supreme Court that will
truly protect the people. We will also be joined by special guest
Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) to hear about legislative pathways to
restore legitimacy to -- and expand -- the court.

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 IndivisiWin of the Week 

[ [link removed] ]Headline from the Hudson Independent: Lawler's support of Speaker
Johnson is Unjustified

Sara Campbell of CCoHOPE Indivisible got an LTE published calling out
their representative, Mike Lawler, for supporting Mike Johnson for speaker
of the House.

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 Indivisible Civics Truth Brigade 

[ [link removed] ]Truth Brigade Big Truth Call Wednesday Nov 8 at 6:30pm ET

[ [link removed] ]Join Indivisible Civics for the Big Truths: Truth Brigade on Video
call Wednesday, November 8 at 6:30pm ET/3:30pm PT. You have long asked for
a way to disrupt rampant video-driven disinfo. We’re thrilled to partner
with our featured speakers from [ [link removed] ]EcoTok! They’ll bring a
climate-focused Truth Sandwich video to share online where we’re
comfortable, and teach us about fighting disinfo in the video world.

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