Opinion: Where are the leaders lifting America up?
By Nancy Jacobson, No Labels Founder & CEO

"We’re facing the greatest social unrest since 1968, as Americans demand a reckoning over centuries of ongoing racial injustice. But look at the discourse in Washington. Far from lifting the nation up, our leaders are taking nearly every opportunity to tear each other down. When they have opportunities to speak to the country, they use those moments to point blame..."

Lift Us Up!

This is what the most effective and inspiring leaders have always done throughout US history. And it is what we so desperately need from our leaders right now. We need them to Lift Us Up not just with their words, but with their actions and commitment that they will work across party lines to solve the urgent problems facing America. They can prove this commitment by promising to come to No Labels bipartisan meeting of House and Senate members that we’re hosting on July 2, which will focus on issues ranging from criminal justice and policing reforms to essential economic relief for American businesses and workers. Click below to join our Lift Us Up campaign!

Opinion: Somewhere I Read of the Freedom of Speech
By Ryan Clancy, No Labels Chief Strategist

"In America, we’re supposed to be comfortable with the dissemination of ideas that make us uncomfortable. We’re supposed to understand that when authorities or powerful institutions banish someone else’s idea from the public square, it won’t be long before they banish your idea too. We’re supposed to be able to speak our mind – without fear of losing our liberty or livelihood – and let others decide for themselves what they think about it..."

Opinion: The First Amendment may be safe, but free expression is not
By Margaret White, No Labels Executive Director

"Let’s be clear: There are plenty of noxious, racist and objectionable ideas floating around in America today. Few believe that the Justice Department should prosecute those who articulate those points of view—legal restrictions would be clear violations of the First Amendment. But legal prohibitions aren’t the only barriers to free expression."

Five Facts About Police Chokeholds
By No Labels

"Raleigh, Houston and Minneapolis are among the cities that, in the wake of Floyd’s death, have moved to eliminate police use of chokeholds and strangleholds. Several others are considering such moves. Reformers urge departments to revise police training to place greater emphasis on de-escalating tension and violence during arrests..."

Centering on Coronavirus: Medical Supply Shortages
By The New Center

"For decades, companies and governments have prioritized efficient global supply chains and “just-in-time inventory,” which have helped decrease prices for consumers and increase profits for companies. But it has become clear that some of this happened at the expense of resilience as American hospitals and doctors simply have not been able to get the supplies they need during the COVID-19 crisis."

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Can you spare 20 minutes a week to help save democracy? We are looking for people like you to join our Steering Committee. Our Steering Committee is composed of our most active and engaged citizens. We meet every Monday at 12 noon ET to share updates and discuss strategy. Our only ask is for you to commit to spending 20 minutes a week sharing our movement with your networks and communities. We will provide you the tools to do so. If you are interested or if you would like more information please email [email protected]. We look forward to having you on board!

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